House of Om in Collaboration with Rishikesh Yogpeeth

Terms & Conditions

 

Course Progression and Requirements

• 200 hours Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) is suitable for all levels of yogi, from the absolute beginners to the more advanced. However, it is advisable to learn some basic foundation and have a few months of consistent yoga practice prior to the course.
• 300 hours Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) is an advanced course for those that have already completed the 200hrs or have already been teaching for 3+ years with extensive experience. According to Yoga Alliance’s standard, it requires a 200YTT certification before the course.
• To register with Yoga Alliance as an RYT500, you will need a 200YTT certificate from a Registered Yoga School (RYS), as there is no standalone RYT300 certification.
• The 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) is a comprehensive program that combines both the 200-hour and 300-hour trainings. It is designed for individuals who are deeply committed to pursuing a career in yoga and who already have a well-developed personal practice. It is possible to undertake a 200-hour and 300-hour training back-to-back, provided the student feels ready for the intensity of the journey. If you are considering this pathway, we kindly ask that you connect with our team prior to booking, so we can ensure it’s the right fit for you.
• All participants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of enrollment. This is a requirement for Yoga Alliance certification. By completing your booking, you confirm that you meet this age requirement. House of Om is not liable for certificates that cannot be issued due to non-compliance with this condition.
• It is the student’s responsibility to ensure their eligibility to travel to and enter India. Cancellations due to non-compliance or ineligibility to travel or enter the country do not qualify as force majeure.

 

Accommodation

The ashram operates as a community rather than a commercial hotel. Students are expected to participate respectfully and understand that services and facilities may differ from those of standard accommodation.

Room allocation is based on availability.

By registering, students acknowledge and accept that:

• accommodation follows the traditional ashram lifestyle;
• housekeeping is provided once per week;
• towels and bed linens are changed weekly; and
• students are expected to maintain reasonable cleanliness within their own rooms between scheduled housekeeping.

The ashram is situated approximately 1 km uphill from the vehicle drop-off point and requires a walk to reach the premises. Any medical conditions, physical limitations, or accessibility requirements that may affect a student’s ability to access or participate in the training must be disclosed and confirmed by House of Om prior to booking.

If you wish to arrive earlier before the training, please let us know in advance so we can check availability. Additional nights are charged at the daily retreat rate and must be paid on-site upon arrival.

 

Meals

Meals provided during the training are vegetarian.

Most meals contain dairy, onion, and garlic.

Students must notify House of Om of any food allergies or dietary restrictions before booking.

While reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate vegan diets and certain allergies (such as gluten), House of Om and Rishikesh Yogpeeth cannot guarantee that all dietary requests can be accommodated. Confirmation of dietary accommodation will be made before the students proceed with the booking.

 

Ashram Community and Dress Code

Students acknowledge that the India training is conducted within a traditional yoga ashram and agree to respect the customs, daily routines, staff, fellow students, and local culture.

To maintain a focused and respectful learning environment, photography, video recording, and the use of cameras or other recording devices are strictly prohibited during classes.

Students understand that any disruptive, threatening, abusive, discriminatory, or otherwise inappropriate behavior that negatively affects the safety, wellbeing, or learning environment of staff, teachers, or fellow participants may result in disciplinary actions, including the withholding of certification or removal from the training without refund.

 

Dress Code

Students agree to follow the dress code throughout the training.

Appropriate attire includes modest clothing suitable for yoga practice that provides adequate body coverage.

The following are not permitted:

• tight fitness yoga clothes: low-cut, revealing tops, halters, crop tops, or fitness bras without a shirt on top;
• short shorts;
• extremely tight or loose clothing;
• torn clothing or clothing displaying offensive slogans;
• footwear inside designated yoga shalas, dining areas, kitchens, or ceremonial spaces.

Students may consult House of Om team at care@houseofom.com before their trip for any doubts about clothing.

 

Attendance & Certification

Attendance at all scheduled classes, workshops, ceremonies, practicums, and assessments is mandatory. 

Students are expected to maintain 100% attendance throughout the training. Absences will affect eligibility for certification.

Emergency absences must be communicated in advance whenever possible. 

The management of House of Om and Rishikesh Yogpeeth have the right to decide the outcome and the certification if attendance requirements or graduation requirements are not satisfactorily fulfilled.

 

Leaving the Ashram

For India trainings conducted at the ashram, students may only leave the premises during scheduled free time or designated days off unless prior decision or approval has been discussed with school management.

Payment Terms

 

Payment Options

 

Option A: Full Payment

Option B: Deposit Payment

Students may choose to pay a deposit only ($500 for 200HR courses or $555 for 300HR courses) to temporarily reserve their place.

Important: A deposit payment does not fully confirm a student’s place. The student’s spot is temporarily reserved until full payment is received. Final confirmation is granted only upon full payment.

Option C: Installment Payment Plan

Students who choose to pay a deposit may divide the remaining balance into up to three payments.

All balances must be fully paid at least 30 days before the training start date. This allows us to finalize logistics, accommodation, venue arrangements, and student confirmations.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

1. Cancellation & Rescheduling 30+ Days Before the Course Date

• • Notification must be provided at least 30 days before the booked course date.
  • Students are eligible for a refund minus the non-refundable deposit and any transaction fees and currency conversion charges.
  • One-time free rescheduling is allowed.
  • Further rescheduling requests will result in the forfeiture of the deposit.

    2. Cancellation & Rescheduling 8 – 29 Days Before the Course Date

• • Refunds are not available. 
  • The balance will be converted into store credits, valid for 18 months.
  • One-time rescheduling is allowed with an administration fee of $200.
  • No additional reschedules are allowed. Cancellation after rescheduling will result in the forfeiture of the entire credits.
  • If a room downgrade is requested for personal reasons, no refund, store credit, or compensation for the price difference will be provided.

 

3. Cancellation & Rescheduling Within 7 Days Before the Course Date & No-Shows

• • Refunds are not available.

• • 50% of the total course fee will be deducted.
  • The remaining balance will be converted into store credits, valid for 18 months.
  • No additional reschedules are allowed. Cancellation will result in the forfeiture of the entire credits.
  • If a room downgrade is requested for personal reasons, no refund, store credit, or compensation for the price difference will be provided.

     4. Withdrawal After the Course Starts

• • Refunds are not available.
  • The eligibility of store credits will be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.
  • If eligible, a minimum of 50% of the total course fee + the cost of total days attended will be deducted.
  • If more than 50% of the course duration has passed, store credits will not be provided.
  • If a room downgrade is requested for personal reasons, no refund, store credit, or compensation for the price difference will be provided.

 

Additional Policies

 

Force Majeure

• Full refund is only available when a program is cancelled by House of Om or Rishikesh Yogpeeth.
• Students are required to submit relevant supporting documents for review. House of Om reserves the right to assess whether the submitted case meets the force majeure criteria and to determine the applicable resolution, including partial refund eligibility, refund amount, credit, rescheduling options, and applicable terms.
• Cancellations due to personal reasons, change of plans, failure to meet travel or visa requirements, denied entry, invalid documents, or other issues within the student’s responsibility do not qualify as force majeure.

Store Credit Policy

• Store credits are valid for 18 months from the date of the first rescheduling request.
• Once store credits are used to book a new course, no further rescheduling or cancellations are allowed.
• Booking a new date with store credits will be subject to the most up-to-date pricing.
• No refunds of store credits under any circumstances.

*Please note that refunds are only valid for the payments made directly through House of Om using our secure payment platforms via Stripe or WeTravel. Payments made through any third-party websites will follow their specific refund policy.