Aatm Yogashala

About this retreat

"Aatm Yogashala" the name of our school itself means "soul", a place that will lead you to the path of self-realization create a strong connection to your soul and make you listen to your inner voice. At Aatm Yogshala, we aim and believe that yoga will create a positive change and establish a wider and clearer vision of life. Away from the fast-paced life of limitless desires & expectations, here at the banks of Mother Ganga, you will touch base with the reality of the universal language of spirituality.

Our school will help you establish a firm foundation for your self-practice and fulfill your expectations under the expertise of the teachers but also create a conducive environment for you to maintain and achieve stability and build stronger roots according to yogic discipline. The accommodation is provided keeping in mind the comfort and space for an individual to feel at home. The school aims to provide an enriching yogic experience. Despite Rishikesh having more than 100 yoga schools, our shala can be differentiated by the years of experience & personal touch the teachers of our school give to each student. They make sure that every student gains what they intend to achieve throughout their one-month journey. The classes are designed keeping in mind the specific aspects of yoga roots through lectures and yoga asanas.

Know About Founder (Amit Yogi)

Amit Deshwal "Amit Yogi" (Lead Yoga Teacher, Aatm Yogashala) was born in the holy land of Rishikesh, his vision of following the path of yoga came naturally as health and spirituality were always subjects of his interest. It all began with doing a Hatha Yoga Teachers Training Course at the renowned yoga School Kaivalyadhama in Pune and then followed by practice at the Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh.

After completing the teacher's training in Pune, he was introduced to the practice of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, which made him connect to himself most genuinely spiritually, his discipline and perseverance helped him achieve mastery over Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Series 1 & 2 with a strong foundation in Hatha Yoga. After being a student for more than 5 years. he started teaching yoga in the year 2008 in Rishikesh, China, Japan, Thailand & Vietnam and ever since this has become his sole identity, he is well known for his unique way of teaching Ashtanga Yoga by keeping the roots of traditional yoga.

Our Vision

The dedicated team of Yoga Gurus in the Aatm Yogashala work together to cultivate a sense of understanding, happiness and peace through the knowledge of Yoga. It is only through this knowledge a person can live a compassionate life free of greed and ego.

Our Mission

Aatm Yogashala‘s Mission is to spread the knowledge of Yoga in the world and make more and more people learn and practice Yoga, thus empowering the whole of humanity to live a vibrant and creative life.

Our Dream

Amit Deshwal sees a dream for all children to be given their basic right to education in India. He is educating poor children by running an NGO named "Happy Faces Foundation" and doing his bit by helping society.

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What they offer

Full-time (usually intensive/immersion), Part-time (spread out over time), Modules (several, shorter immersions), Residential (trainees stay on-site), Non-residential (trainees commute to the program), Destination / retreat

Scholarships offered

Yoga styles taught

Flow Yoga, Alignment-Oriented Yoga, Fitness Yoga, Spiritually-Oriented Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Specialty Yoga

Meet the team

What students say

★★★★★

I completed my 200+300 hour Yoga Teacher Training at Aatm Yogashala, and it was truly a life-changing experience. The teachers are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely dedicated to sharing the authentic wisdom of yoga. The course was beautifully structured, covering asana practice, alignment, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy, and teaching methodology in great depth. What I appreciated most was the balance between traditional teachings and practical application. The instructors not only explained the theory but ensured we understood how to confidently teach and adjust students safely. The atmosphere at the school was peaceful and inspiring, making it easy to focus & learn. I leave this training feeling more confident, knowledgeable, and deeply connected to the true essence of yoga. I am extremely grateful for this journey and highly recommend Aatm Yogashala to anyone looking for authentic and transformative yoga teacher training. 🙏

— Ritesh Ji, E-RYT® 200, RYT® 500