Our Founders - The Souls Behind Rishikesh Yogpeeth

Before it became one of the best yoga school in Rishikesh, it was a dream.
A calling born in the Himalayas.
In 2005, two childhood friends - Digamber Ji and Roshan Ji, came together with one purpose.
To create a Yoga teacher training school in Rishikesh where yoga would be experienced deeply.

Growing up in Rishikesh, they spent years among saints, gurus, seekers, and ancient wisdom. They have watched Rishikesh grow into what is now known as the World Capital of Yoga. Thousands of people have come to Rishikesh seeking transformation.

But something felt incomplete. Many students left India with certificates.

“Very few left transformed.”

That realization became the foundation of the Rishikesh School of Yoga.

The next step was to build a traditional yoga ashram at the foothills of the Himalayas where discipline could help one heal; a place where yoga could be a way of life. Today, students all over the world still choose Rishikesh Yogpeeth as the best place to go to yoga school in India, because our vision has never changed.

Every course. Every practice. Every conversation.
Rooted in authenticity.

Those who come to our Rishikesh Yoga teacher training program don’t just learn asana, they learn about themselves. Still today, Digamber Ji personally greets all students arriving at the ashram, and many have the opportunity to seek him out one-to-one for philosophical guidance along the way.

As one student beautifully shared:

"Yoga is lived here at Rishikesh Yogpeeth. You can feel it in every interaction, every class, every moment."

A Journey You Can Connect With: Two Decades of Yoga in Rishikesh (2005-2026)

When you arrive here, you are not just entering a yoga ashram. You are slowly stepping into a story that began in 2005.

The story began in a small space called Krishna Cottage located near the Ganga River in Rishikesh, with only the essence of this spiritual practice. After those humble beginnings, the foundation for what has become known to many seekers as the best yoga school in Rishikesh. The first yoga school in Rishikesh was located in Swargashram, where all of the saints, gurus, and wandering seekers came together. The energy from that sacred environment created the foundation for all of the first lessons and for all student experiences ever since.

From all over the globe, seekers have come to the school looking for ways of reconnecting with themselves via true yogic teachers training.

In 2015 this dream was extended into the foothills of the Himalaya when Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram was born. The legacy was simple; to provide a sanctuary from noise, to allow silence to be one's teacher and let tradition guide one's practise.

The results of this is what you see today in 2025 - a result of two decades of patience, commitment and hard work, and with one goal in mind, to provide an authentic journey into discovering one of the best places to study Yoga in India, where your learning goes beyond certification into an experience that is beautiful and lived.

Why Students Consider Rishikesh Yogpeeth One of the Best Yoga Schools in Rishikesh

Many students visit Rishikesh to get more than just a certificate; they come to get clarity, reconnect with themselves, and experience yoga in its most authentic form. This is one of the reasons why Rishikesh Yogpeeth has become consistently rated as one of the top yoga schools in Rishikesh..

Since 2005, we have had over 10,000 international students from around 120 countries come through our doors, each with their own unique story and departing with greater self-knowledge. As a trusted yoga teacher training school in Rishikesh, we believe that meaningful learning occurs through an individual’s connection to yoga. Therefore, we provide classes in small batches so every student receives individual attention, support, and direction while studying with us.

Students’ experience of living at our Himalayan ashram goes beyond attending scheduled classes. The peacefulness of our natural environment provides an excellent backdrop for students to enjoy a traditional learning environment, where they can develop their exceptional way of living through yoga.

What Sets Rishikesh Yogpeeth Apart?

When selecting a yoga school, one should consider not just course information; one should also include in their evaluation all factors that may contribute to an individual's total learning experience.

The table below lists some of the primary trust factors for Rishikesh Yogpeeth that have made it the preferred choice for those seeking an authentic yoga education in India.

Meet the Founders Behind Rishikesh Yogpeeth

Digamber Nautiyal - Founder and Spiritual Mentor

As the Founder and spiritual mentor of Rishikesh Yogpeeth, Digamber Nautiyal has played an important part in running the yoga centre since it opened. He manages many aspects of the yoga centre including administration, finance and long-term development while remaining firmly grounded in the principles of yoga and spiritual reflection. In addition, with an exceptional ability to understand the holy Bhagavad Gita and all Indian sacred literature, he provides sound guidance that guides students to connect ancient wisdom to contemporary life. His ability to lead a business while achieving spiritual depth is key to establishing Rishikesh Yogpeeth.

Roshan Singh Kukreti - Founder

Roshan Singh Kukreti, as a Founder of Rishikesh Yogpeeth, a visionary leader who has turned his vision into reality making Rishikesh Yogpeeth one of the top yoga schools in Rishikesh, India. Roshan Singh has been teaching yoga since 2005, and his teaching styles include yoga philosophy, and meditation to create transformational experiences for students from all over the world. Roshan Ji believe that yoga is not only a physical practice but also provides a means of growing human consciousness. His passion for creating authentic yogic learning experiences continues to drive Rishikesh Yogpeeth’s philosophy, community, and commitment to creating transformation through education.

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