14 Day 100-Hour Yoga Training & Therapeutic Massage Course in Kathmandu, Bagmati Pradesh, Nepal
Yoga Teacher Training & Therapeutic massage course
Join this authentic training course that will not only grant you the necessary skills and knowledge to become a confident and relevant yoga teacher but will also offer you inspiration and support in finding your own vision and voice as a teacher. You will practice yoga at the center located in the heart of Kathmandu, Nepal. The atmosphere will help you to absorb all knowledge that you will gain to be a skillful yoga teacher. The Institute of Natural Medicine (INM) is one of the oldest Institute in Nepal which is accredited academic institutions of its kind in Nepal & it is also connected with its parent organization” Nepal Yoga and Nature Cure Association” (NYNCA).
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Highlights
- Daily yoga and meditation practice
- 200-hour healing chakra & yoga teacher training
- CTEVT and World Yoga Alliance certification
- Free spa service and shatkarma
- 13 nights' accommodation
- Hiking on holiday
- Airport transfer
- Daily meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Types
14 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Sauna
- Spa
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Dining area
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Restaurant
- Special menu request
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
- Conference room
- Currency exchange
- Dry cleaning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
- Outdoor shower
Students and guests travelling from abroad will be provided with a safe and secure accommodation facility at the Institute of Natural Medicine. The retreat center provides a cosy family cozy environment, which is also a perfect living space away from home.
The Institute of Natural Medicine will provide you with a room with 24-hour hot and cold showers, from where you can view Kathmandu Valley and the beautiful hills. You can also enjoy and feel the cozy and comfortable atmosphere. There is a beautiful garden full of green grass, flowers, and hammocks.
The center has a vegetarian restaurant and sits on the terrace. It has a wonderful view of Kathmandu at night.
Program
Certifications
Upon completion of this yoga teacher training, students will receive certificate affiliated with Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) and World Yoga Alliance. Registration with Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) and World Yoga Alliance meets the identified standard set by the organization.
Institute of Natural Medicine yoga teacher training course is created by the CTEVT professor, naturopathy doctor, yoga guru, and professor of Institute of Natural Medicine and finally approved and accredited by Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) so that the students can be assured that they are acquiring the skill standard required for employment in this field.
The Institute of Natural Medicine will teach you the traditional origin of yoga which is the genuine form of yoga focusing on anatomy and physiology, Hatha yoga, Ashtanga yoga, Karma yoga, Bhakti yoga, etc. Being a certified yoga teacher and successful student from this academy entitles you to teach in any part of the world.
Asana and pranayama
Asana is physically twisting the body and systematically taking fresh air. So that it works like “switch on” of an electric bulb and the body become charged, which were almost deactivated. Yoga activates in a subtle way so that diseases will cure slowly. It takes a little time to function and it has the power to prevent negative energy as well. %Pranayama is breathing exercise. This is the process of taking oxygen from inhaling fresh air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation in and out rapidly. In adult lungs, there are around 2,500 to 3,000 tiny pores (holes). Due to polluted air, smokes, and dust, people’s lungs cannot work properly. It only works 30 to 50% in average so that modern people are facing different types of relevant diseases
Yoga and its significance in day to day life
Yoga is not only physical exercise, it is more than this. The human body is categorized into three levels, level one, consciousness, level two, subconscious, and level three, unconsciousness. Exercise only affects up to the consciousness level but yoga can reach up to the subconscious, sometimes perfect yogi can reach up to the unconscious level. All your problems come from the unconscious level. It is the darkest part of human beings. Yoga sometimes works up to the unconscious level. %Nowadays, yoga’s importance is increasing day by day so United Nation Origination (UNO) declares the “International Day of Yoga”. Every human being has a right to live healthily. UNO wants to see healthy society on Earth. But due to wrong food and living style, people’s health is damaged quickly. It is very rare to find out a person who is living a balanced life. Regular yoga practitioner can live and balance life. They know their limitations and acts accordingly.
Objectives
The following objectives are laid out to achieve the goals of the course. Within one month, a person feels comfortable and sufficiently knowledgeable to be able to teach yoga in a positive, non-harmful manner. These objectives are to be achieved by the time the candidate completes the course.
- Knowledge
- Skills
- Human values, ethical practice, and communication abilities
Course curriculum
The yoga training course consists of the following subjects.
Theory
Yoga theory (total 89 hours with 64 contact hour)
- Anatomy and physiology: 22 hours
- Theory of traditional yoga style: 20 hours
- Theory of yoga practice: 12 hours
- Theory of yoga systems: 15 hours
- Meditation techniques: 12 hours
- Yoga teaching principles: 8 hours
Practice
Yoga practical techniques (total 111 hours with 86 contact hour)
- Asanas and Kriyas
- Pranayama and meditations
- Bhagavad Gita chanting
- Yogic games and report
Course contents
Anatomy
- Elements of anatomy
- Regional anatomy (consists of pelvic bone and muscles, the foundation of the body on yogasana (hip bone and yoga), as well as shoulder bone / muscles and yogasana) *Psychic physiology of yoga: Ida, Pingala, Sushumna (nadi)
Physiology
- Cell structure
- Physical properties, composition, and functions of blood
- Basic Introduction to various systems (the skeletal system, endocrine system, nervous system, digestive system, respiratory system, excretory system, cardiovascular system, muscular system, and reproductive system)
Theory of traditional yoga style
Yoga introduction, history of yoga and lineage, history of Hatha yoga and lineage, functions of seven chakras (energy centers), pranayama science techniques and five pranas, original Ashtanga yoga by Patanjali, introduction to Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, yoga sutras, Ayurveda, and the Hatha yoga tradition.
Theory of yoga practice
Yoga hand mudras, prayanama, meditation techniques, and tri bandha. Homework includes the personal practice of specified yoga theoretical knowledge and practical techniques, journaling, and specific essay assignments.
Theory of traditional yoga systems
- Yoga introduction
- History of original yoga and lineage
- History of Hatha yoga and lineage
- Functions of 7 chakras (energy centers)
- Prayanama science techniques and 5 pranas
- Original Ashtanga yoga by Patanjali
- Introduction to Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, yoga sutras, Ayurveda, and the Hatha yoga tradition
- Yoga hand mudras
Meditation techniques
- Kundalini and chakra meditation
- Walking meditation
- Dynamic meditation
- Five prana meditation
- Observation and awareness techniques
- Yoga Nidra relaxation techniques
Yoga teaching principles
- Characteristics of a good teacher
- Lesson planning
- Principles of demonstration and observation
- Classroom safety
- Assisting, modification, and correcting instructing
- Finding your own teaching style
- Ethical guidelines for yoga teachers
- Student teaching, practicing, and observing
- Assisting in classes taught by others
- Basic healthy yogic lifestyle
The use of Sanskrit vocabulary is included in the yoga teacher training course.
Features
- It is only residential course
- Course is a combination of theory and practice with scientific basis
- Yoga for rehabilitation
- Regular practice of one-hour yoga per day. One can maintain their own health and also become certified to teach the same for the society.
Schedule
Students must follow the following schedule and attend the all the classes without fail.
- 06:00 - 07:00 Wake up / drink water / attend nature’s calls
- 07:00 - 08:00 Detoxification (shatkarmas)
- 08:00 - 09:30 Practical yoga class
- 09:30 - 11:30 Yogic breakfast and free time
- 11:30 - 13:00 Yoga practice therapy alignment, techniques, etc.
- 13:00 - 15:00 Lunch and free time
- 15:00 - 16:30 Yoga theory
- 16:30 - 17:30 Practicing advanced posture
- 17:30 - 18:00 Free time
- 18:00 - 19:00 Bhajan / sharing the emotion
- 19:00 - 20:00 Dinner
- 20:00 - 22:00 Self-study and homework / Tratak
- 22:00 Light off
Shatkarma
Shatkarma specifically increases the vital capacity of the practitioner. It was never designed for therapy alone, but to create harmony in the body and mind and to prepare one for further practices. As it brings about smooth and perfect functioning of the bodily systems, it is inevitable that through its practice, the mind will become free from turbulence and disturbances and thus be better able to concentrate and to move towards dhyana.
Massage and spa services
Every Saturday is a holiday so the students can enjoy a Swedish massage, traditional Thai massage and Ayurveda massage, body scrub, manicure pedicure, facial, and threading.
Swedish massage benefits
- Relieves tired and stiff joints, stress and anxiety, toxins, sleeplessness, headache, and poor circulation.
- Provides relaxation to the body and mind.
Traditional Thai massage benefits
- Increase blood circulation, increase flexibility and mobility.
- Improve breathing.
- Help arthritis, back pain, and chronic joint pain.
- Balance the energy.
- Reduce anxiety.
Ayurveda massage benefits
- Improves circulation, respiratory problem, and paralysis.
- Rejuvenates all tissues.
- Treats high and low blood pressure, rough skin, mental tension, insomnia, headache, and arthritis.
- Removes toxin, asthma, and back pain.
Included excursions
You will go hiking to enjoy the view.
Instructors
Surya Bahadur Karki
He is the founder of Institute of Natural Medicine and Nepal Meditation Center. He has already spent his 40 years in yoga and naturopathy. Doctor Karki is the ancestor in this field. He is a single man who is still devoting his life for growth of yoga, massage, and naturopathy. Until now, he is struggling for the own council of yoga and naturopathy. He works alongside a skillful team of teachers and trainers in the areas of yoga, naturopathy, and complementary medicines such as yoga, nature cure, therapeutic massage, yoga and meditation, acupressure, acupuncture, Reiki, and reflexology.
Location
The yoga teacher training courses take place in the Institute of Natural Medicine. Learning yoga teacher training in the center makes you feel that you are in Peaceful place although it lies close to Thamel.
Institute of Natural Medicine” is located in Paknajol height, Thamel. It is the nearest Academy close to Tourism hub Thamel. The Institute is around 10 minutes walking distance from tourist hub Thamel and seven kilometers far from the international airport.
It lies on the periphery of a Breathtaking environment (close to Thamel) with an open and peaceful location with a lovely garden and an organic restaurant. The INM has also planted some medicinal herbs such as Lemongrass, Aloe Vera, Mint, Tulsi, Jasmine etc and uses Ayurvedic oils in various treatments offered at the center.
Features
Activities
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Massage
- Mountain biking
- Sauna
- Spa
General
- Dining area
- Garden
- Hammock
- Kitchen
- Restaurant
- Special menu request
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
Services
- Conference room
- Free Wi-Fi
Food
During your retreat period, Institute Of Natural Medicine will provide you Nepali food, Ayurvedic food, Vegan and vegetarian food.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Ayurvedic
Things to do (optional)
- Body scrub
- Cycling in Kathmandu
- Hiking in Nagarjun National Park
- Hot-stone therapy
- Mud-therapy
- Reflexology
- Shiatsu, Swedish, trekkers, Ayurvedic, Thai, and deep tissue massage
- Shiro-Dhara
- Sightseeing around the Kathmandu Valley
- Spa services for muscle relaxation, curing Sciatica, joint stiffness, arthritis, and other kinds of body pain
- Steam sauna
- Traditional wooden steam
- Villages, temples, and monasteries visit
What's included
- 13 nights accommodation
- Airport transfer
- Anatomy and physiology
- Asanas and Kriyas
- Bhagavad Gita chanting
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Hiking & meditation
- Theory of traditional yoga style
- Theory of yoga practice
- Theory of yoga systems
- Traditional Nepali massage services on arrival day
- Yoga teacher training certification both from the Government of Nepal
- CTEVT approval, and World Yoga Alliance Yoga Teacher training notes and books
- Yoga teaching principles and report
- On weekend holiday Shirodhara session
- Crystal healing, third eyes, and crown chakra massage
- Ayurvedic massage
What's not included
- International airfare and visa fees
- Cost of mountain bike
- Cost of any any other activities or extra nights accommodations
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
Tribhuvan International Airport
5 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
If you are directly coming from an international airport, then the Institute of Natural Medicine crew will come to pick you up. You have to send your flight details to Institute of Natural Medicine. From the airport to the center is 7 kilometers. From the airport, you can get a taxi too, which costs 10 USD. If you are coming from a tourist bus, then you have to inform the Institute at least one day before. The staff will be on the spot holding a banner. If you miss it for any reason, then you have to call immediately.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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