100 Hour Hatha Yoga
Study traditional Hatha asana, pranayama, meditation, introductory philosophy and yoga anatomy in a 10-day residential course in Rishikesh. This 100-hour foundation supports personal practice and further study.
Both room options include accommodation and vegetarian meals during the 10-day course.
Understand your practice. Learn how to teach it.
The 100-hour Hatha Yoga course at FitFortunes introduces traditional practice through guided asana, breath awareness, pranayama, meditation and philosophy. It is suitable for students developing personal practice before considering longer teacher training.
What Will You Study in 100-Hour Hatha Yoga Training?
Traditional Hatha Yoga connects posture, breath and meditation. Learn accessible postures with careful preparation, practise introductory pranayama and explore the purpose of yoga practices.
Build Your Own Foundation
Work with classical Hatha postures through preparation, breathing, stability and individual ability. Understanding your own practice comes first.
See Yoga as One System
Asana is studied with pranayama, meditation, mudra, bandha and philosophy rather than as a group of unrelated techniques.
Know Why You Are Teaching
Anatomy, alignment, sequencing and teaching principles help you understand the reasons behind an instruction instead of simply memorising cues.
Put Knowledge Into Practice
Observe classes, prepare lessons, practise teaching under supervision and receive feedback as your teaching skills begin to develop.
Is 100-Hour Hatha Yoga Training Right for You?
This 10-day course welcomes beginners and returning practitioners. It provides foundations rather than the full 200-hour teacher-training qualification.
This course may suit you if…
You would rather understand Hatha carefully than rush through several styles.
You want to study breathing, movement, positioning and individual differences.
You are ready to practise, study and gradually develop the skills needed to guide others.
Consider another option if…
For a complete training programme, see 200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training.
A yoga retreat may suit you better than a teacher-training programme.
If you already have foundational teacher training, a higher-level course may be more useful.
Compare this foundation course with our full 200-hour course.
Ask before you apply
Check a Batch for 100-Hour Hatha
Interested in traditional Hatha practice? Choose a starting month and room type, then send a short enquiry directly to FitFortunes on WhatsApp. We will confirm the next steps and room availability.
- Monthly residential training begins on the 2nd; Sunday is a rest day.
- Ask about accommodation, preparation and the daily timetable before paying.
- No deposit is required to send an enquiry.
How a Traditional Hatha Yoga Practice Is
Hatha practice is not a random collection of postures. The methods are introduced in an order that prepares the body, steadies the breath and gradually turns attention inward.
Why this order matters: Each stage prepares the student for the next rather than treating every Hatha technique as a separate exercise.
Prepare the Body
Begin with simple preparation and movement so the body is ready for more stable asana practice.
Work Through Asana
Classical postures develop steadiness, awareness and a clearer relationship between position and breath.
Refine the Breath
Pranayama practices train attention through controlled and observed breathing.
Introduce Mudra and Bandha
These traditional practices are studied with explanation and preparation rather than added as isolated techniques.
Move Toward Nadanusandhana
Attention becomes quieter through Nada-based listening and meditation practices.
How You Learn Inside the Classroom
Teacher training works best when students can see a method, understand the reason behind it, ask questions and receive correction. Classes therefore combine demonstration, explanation and guided observation instead of relying only on lectures or imitation.
Small-Group Learning
Why small groups matter
A smaller class gives teachers more opportunity to observe students, answer questions and notice where additional explanation is needed.
See · Teachers Demonstrate Before Expecting
Watch the method demonstrated clearly.
New techniques are introduced through demonstration and explanation so students can first see what they are being asked to practise.
Review · Details Are Broken Down
Revisit details instead of rushing ahead.
Position, movement, breathing and common difficulties are examined separately when needed instead of being hidden inside a fast class.
Observe · Observation Is Part of Learning
Learn to notice differences between bodies.
Students learn to notice how the same instruction may look different in different bodies. This becomes important when studying teaching later in the course.
Ask · Questions and Corrections Stay Practical
Question what you do not understand.
Classroom discussion connects directly with what students are practising, making theory easier to understand and remember.
Choose a Room That Helps You Rest and Study
Accommodation is part of the residential course package. Private and shared rooms follow the same training schedule. The difference is mainly how much privacy and personal space you prefer outside class.
Room Facilities
- Bed, linen and seasonal blanket
- Attached bathroom
- Storage for belongings
- Ceiling fan and power socket
- Wi-Fi access
- Balcony or terrace access in many rooms
More Personal Space
Your own room gives you more privacy for sleep and personal study.
Best for: light sleepers and students who prefer quiet time.
Share the Residential Experience
Share your room with another student attending the same training.
Best for: students comfortable sharing personal space.
Not sure which room suits you? Compare private and shared rooms.
Room position varies. Depending on availability, views may face Ganga-side surroundings, nearby mountains, garden areas or an inner courtyard.
Yogic Food for Hatha Yoga Practitioners
आयुः सत्त्वबलारोग्यसुखप्रीतिविवर्धनाः ।
रस्याः स्निग्धाः स्थिरा हृद्या आहाराः सात्त्विकप्रियाः ॥८॥
— Bhagavad Gita (Shraddhatraya Vibhaga Yoga, Verse 8)
At FitFortunes Yoga School, our sattvic meals are thoughtfully prepared to nourish body, mind, and soul. Vegetarian meals are included in the 10-day residential course. They are served alongside the daily practice and study schedule. Please tell the school about allergies or dietary needs before arrival.
What You’ll Eat During Your Stay
Three vegetarian meals are served each day during the residential course. Food is simple, freshly prepared and based mainly on familiar Indian home-style dishes rather than restaurant-style menus.
Simple Vegetarian Meals
What is usually served?
Meals commonly include vegetables, pulses, grains, rice, chapati and other simple dishes prepared as part of the daily school routine.
What style of food is it?
The menu follows a simple vegetarian approach influenced by sattvic and Indian food traditions. Dishes vary according to the day and available ingredients. Meals change during the training while remaining simple and vegetarian.
Vegan or gluten-free?
Vegan and gluten-free options can be discussed when requested in advance. Tell the school about important dietary restrictions before arrival.
Before You Arrive
Tell us about allergies, intolerances or strict dietary requirements in advance so the kitchen can explain what can reasonably be provided.
Interested in the food philosophy behind this style of eating? Read our Ayurvedic meal-preparation guide.
100-Hour Traditional Hatha Yoga Curriculum
The 100-hour foundation introduces asana, pranayama, meditation, basic anatomy, yoga philosophy and teaching principles. For more detail, see the wider yoga training syllabus.
Hatha Practice and Techniques
Practise foundational Hatha asana, posture preparation, sun salutations, breath awareness, pranayama and meditation. Discuss appropriate variations.
Basic Anatomy and Breathing
Study basic movement, joints, breathing and posture awareness to support a careful personal practice.
Introduction to Yoga Philosophy
Learn selected Yoga Sutra concepts, the eight limbs, yoga ethics and traditional context.
Introductory Teaching Principles
Observe clear instructions and posture demonstrations. The course is not a standalone professional teaching qualification.
Guided Practice and Observation
This 100-hour course provides guided practice and observation; it does not replace the full practicum of a 200-hour programme.
Students can ask questions, observe and try simple practice explanations where appropriate.
How Traditional Hatha Practice Develops
This learning sequence explains how traditional Hatha techniques connect. It is a guide to understanding the method, not a compulsory routine for every student. Your teacher adapts preparation, practice and progression to individual ability.
Prepare the body
Settle and mobilise. Begin with breath observation, appropriate joint preparation and gentle movement. Notice comfort, balance and range before more demanding postures.
Asana
Steadiness with awareness. Explore standing and balancing positions alongside seated, prone, supine and restorative asanas. Study preparation, suitable holding time and thoughtful variations.
Pranayama
Refine the breath. Establish a comfortable posture, develop gradual breath awareness and study appropriate breathing methods under guidance rather than forcing advanced techniques.
Mudra and Bandha
Purpose and preparation. Learn their traditional context, intended role and preparatory practices. The teacher introduces techniques according to the student’s readiness.
Meditation
Settle attention. Practise quiet sitting, explore Nadanusandhana in its traditional context and allow time for reflection and rest.
Teacher information and current campus photographs
FitFortunes’ existing teacher profile and curriculum remain available below. You can also meet lead teacher Pravesh Narwal, view an independent teacher listing, and check the official Yoga Alliance directory. For current photographs of rooms and teaching spaces, ask the school directly.
Teaching Develops Through Practice
Observe and discuss how teachers demonstrate postures and breathing.
Prepare short practice notes and study suitable variations.
Feedback supports your own practice and understanding.
How the Practicum Progresses
Observe
Watch class organisation, instruction and student response.
Prepare
Build lesson plans with a clear purpose and realistic timing.
Teach
Try a brief supervised practice explanation where appropriate.
Review
Receive teacher feedback and complete the practical evaluation.
This is foundational education, not independent teaching certification.
Pravesh Narwal
E-RYT 500 · AYUSH Level-3 Wellness Teacher
Founder & Lead Teacher
Learn Hatha Yoga with Pravesh Narwal
Pravesh leads the teacher-training programme at FitFortunes. His classes connect traditional Hatha practice with clear explanation, observation and practical teaching skills. The emphasis is on understanding the practice and learning how to work with the person in front of you.
His Role in This Training
Pravesh teaches Traditional Hatha Yoga, alignment and movement observation, pranayama, yoga philosophy, teaching methodology and supervised teaching practice. His teaching connects personal practice with the skills needed to observe, explain and guide another student.
A Typical Day in 100-Hour Hatha Yoga Training
The following timetable illustrates a 10-day residential course. Sunday is the weekly rest day, with no scheduled classes. Session times and activities on training days may vary by batch.
Morning
Practice & Study
Morning Yoga Practice · Asana, pranayama and meditation
Breakfast & Break
Yoga Philosophy & Theory · Yoga principles and their relationship with practice
Anatomy & Physiology · Body, movement and practice-related anatomy
Lunch & Break
Afternoon & Evening
Teaching & Practice
Teaching Methodology · Instruction, class organisation and teaching techniques
Practice Teaching · Guided teaching practice
Practicum · Observation and feedback
Evening Practice · Restorative yoga, meditation or workshop
Dinner
Evening Satsang · Discussion, chanting or guest lecture
Schedule note: This is the typical daily structure. Individual classes may move when a workshop, assessment or course activity requires it.
Schedule shown is illustrative. Confirm the daily programme with FitFortunes before arrival.
Your training, clearly explained
What You Complete in the Foundation Course
This 100-hour residential course is a foundation programme. It introduces practice and learning methods and is not, by itself, an RYT 200 qualification.
Foundational practice
Study traditional Hatha postures, breathing and basic theory.
Active participation
Participate in the scheduled practice and guided learning activities. Sunday remains the weekly rest day.
Certificate pathway
A 100-hour completion certificate records the foundation training. A separate eligible 200-hour programme is needed before applying for RYT 200.
For the detailed topics, read the curriculum overview. Your teachers can clarify the current study and assessment requirements for your specific batch before you reserve.
100-Hour Hatha Course-Completion Certificate
After meeting attendance and course requirements, students receive a 100-hour Hatha Yoga course-completion certificate from FitFortunes.
Course-Completion Certificate
The certificate confirms completion of foundational study, not a full 200-hour qualification.
Continue to 200-Hour Training
A 100-hour completion certificate does not independently qualify you for RYT 200. Learn about the full 200-hour programme.
Completion Is Not RYT 200
RYT 200 requires a separate eligible 200-hour course and individual application; registration is not automatic.
Study Hatha Yoga in Rishikesh
Spend 10 residential days practising and studying Hatha Yoga in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India.
Near Laxman Jhula and Swargashram
FitFortunes is based in the Laxman Jhula and Swargashram area of Rishikesh. During free time, students can walk through the surrounding neighbourhood, spend time near the Ganga and experience the town outside the classroom.
Rishikesh also gives context to the subjects studied during the course. Yoga schools, ashrams, temples, the river and everyday Indian life are part of the surroundings in which the residential training takes place.
Outside class: The course itself remains focused on training. Time outside class is for rest, personal study and experiencing the local area at your own pace.
Course Fees & Accommodation
Both room options include the full training programme, residential accommodation and vegetarian meals. Choose your preferred stay below and review the booking terms before reserving.
Select the 100-hour Hatha course, date and room on the application form.
Before You Reserve Your Place
Your Booking Amount
A 20% advance is required to reserve your place; it counts towards the total course fee. Confirm the remaining balance, refund conditions and availability before payment.
Cancellation Before Training
Any course payment made above the 20% booking amount can be refunded up to one day before the course start date.
If Your Plans Change
The booking amount cannot be transferred to another person. You may use it for a later FitFortunes course within one year, subject to availability.
Please read the full booking terms before making your advance payment.
Ready to Join 100-Hour Hatha Yoga Training?
Apply for the 100-hour Hatha programme through the FitFortunes application form.
Read our Hatha Yoga TTC FAQ
Confirm exact check-in dates; batches begin on the 2nd of each month.
Please confirm any transfer arrangements with the school.
Yes, vegetarian meals are included.
Bring comfortable clothing and personal items, and ask the school about practice equipment.
Discuss health concerns with a clinician and the school before intensive practice.
Extra nights depend on availability.
Current written booking terms apply.
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100-Hour Hatha Yoga Training Questions
A few practical answers to help you choose your course, room and next step.
What does this 100-hour course cover?
Traditional Hatha postures, pranayama, meditation, basic anatomy, philosophy and guided practice.
Can a beginner join?
Yes. The course welcomes beginners and regular yoga practitioners.
How long is the course?
It is a 10-day residential course. Sunday is the weekly rest day, with no scheduled classes. Monthly courses begin on the 2nd.
How much does it cost?
Both shared and private residential room packages include accommodation and vegetarian meals. See Course Fees & Accommodation for the exact amounts and room choices.
Will I qualify for RYT 200?
No. A 100-hour completion certificate alone is not a 200-hour teaching qualification.
Can I take a 200-hour course later?
Yes. The 200-hour Hatha course is a separate programme; confirm any recognition of earlier study with the school.
Are meals included?
Yes. Vegetarian meals and accommodation are included.
How do I apply?
Use the FitFortunes application form and confirm your date, room and deposit terms.
Still have a question? Speak with FitFortunes before you apply.