Top Yoga Teacher Training Courses in Nepal
September 28, 2022
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Nepal is a dream destination. Its diverse culture, rich history, and fantastic natural beauty have placed it firmly on many travelers’ bucket lists.
Home to the world’s tallest mountain and having part of its history intertwined with yoga, Nepal is also an outstanding destination for a yoga teacher training course. You’ll have a chance to learn an authentic teaching methodology and multiple yoga styles from world-renowned professional instructors.
Where else can you strike asanas in fabulous landscapes, enjoy the fresh air for your pranayama, and hike in some of the world’s tallest peaks? And all this while you take your passion to another level.
Landlocked between Tibet, India, and Bangladesh, Nepal has a diverse geography, including fertile plains, forested hills, and tall mountains. But when you choose a yoga teacher training course in Nepal, chances are you’ll either stay in Kathmandu or Pokhara.
Kathmandu, the country’s capital and home to its international airport, is a living museum, where you can find plenty of Hindu and Buddhist temples, Newari architecture, and quite a few tourist places.
Admire Kathmandu Valley from the top of the Monkey Temple, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bhaktapur, or spend quiet time in the Garden of Dreams.
Pokhara is the perfect choice if you are looking to combine a yoga teacher course with hiking, boating or cultural activities. It is the number one destination for adventure and leisure travel in the country. If you are looking to strike asanas with a backdrop of the Himalayas, this is the place to be.
Planning to visit these hotspots and are in need of a few recommendations? Here, we are sharing the top five yoga teacher training courses in Nepal.
11-Day 100-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Pokhara
- Price: from US$750 for 10 nights
- Availability: Until July 2023
- Location: Pokhara
- Instruction level: All levels
This course is suitable for all students who wish to complete a 200-hour teacher training course and includes the first two weeks (semester 1) of the four-week 200-hour curriculum. If you want to go for 200-hours and register with Yoga Alliance, you can continue with the next course, or do the rest of the 100-hour training within 36 months.
The retreat center is located in Pokhara, in a peaceful and quiet place, with a stunning backdrop of the mountains. The food provided is organic (from the garden) and there’s a swimming pool on site.
The course includes daily yoga, meditation, and deep guided relaxation sessions. You will learn cleansing techniques, mantra chanting, kirtans, and bhajans. You’ll also get to understand the concept, philosophy, and practices related to yoga.
Your day starts at 5:30 a.m. with the morning tea, followed by an Ashtanga Yoga class. Breakfast is served at 9 a.m. and lunch at 1:15 p.m. Throughout the morning, you’ll attend various classes. The Hatha Yoga class is at 4:15 p.m., followed by meditation, and dinner. In the afternoon, there will also be various classes to join.
You will have time to rest, self-study, or explore the area. The program includes multiple local sightseeing tours, as well as guided tours along the hills of Pokhara Valley.
During your stay, you’ll enjoy three daily vegetarian or vegan meals, as well as herbal tea and water. Please let the organizer know if you have other dietary requirements.
The yoga mats, towels, and toiletries are included in the package.
Pokhara Airport (PKR) is just 2 km away from the retreat and the transfer is included in the price (but you need to request it).
11-Day 100-Hour Multistyle (Hatha+Vinyasa) Yoga Teacher Training for Beginners in Kathmandu
- Price: from US$800 for 10 nights
- Availability: All Year Round
- Location: Kathmandu
- Instruction level: All levels
Discover your true peace and health during a beautiful life-changing journey of yoga and meditation. This 100-hour yoga teacher training course is dedicated to all practitioners who want to uncover the right way of healthy and happy living.
This yoga teacher training journey is a great opportunity to explore posture, meditation, breathing science, mantra chanting, philosophy, and relaxation under a very highly experienced yoga master.
The program includes daily Hatha and Ashtanga yoga classes, meditation and pranayama sessions, as well as yoga philosophy and chanting.
You’ll be staying at Nepal Yoga Home, which boasts lovely views of Kathmandu city, the jungle, and the mountains. Each room has AC, a comfortable bed, and a western-style toilet.
Your day starts at 7 a.m. with an asana session and is followed by the 8:30 a.m. breakfast. After the meditation class, you’ll enjoy free time, self-practice, and another class before lunch (which is served at 2 p.m.). More classes take place in the afternoon. Dinner is served at 6:30 p.m.
The package includes three meals each day, as well as snacks and drinks (water, tea, and detox juices). The food is vegetarian or vegan but if you have other dietary requirements, please let the organizer know in advance.
The closest airport is Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and the airport transfer is available for an additional US$15 per person.
20-Day 200-Hour Certified International Yoga Teacher Training in the Land of Himalaya
- Price: from US$1,500 for 19 nights
- Availability: All year round
- Location: Chandragiri
- Instruction level: Beginner & Intermediate
Nepal is the perfect destination to experience the power of yoga and spirituality.
Join this 20-day training that takes place in Chandragiri to bring your practice to the next level and become a certified yoga teacher. Learn authentic and scientific yoga from professional, experienced yoga teachers.
You’ll stay in a venue that sits cozily between two hills at 2200 meters above sea level. You’ll enjoy the fresh mountain air, the stunning views of Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayas, and a peaceful environment. The rooms include an en-suite western bathroom with shower and toiletries, AC, and a balcony.
Upon completion, students will receive the International Yoga Alliance certification.
The course includes multi-style yoga, meditation, pranayama, mantra, chakra, yoga anatomy, and more.
You’ll start the day at 7 a.m. with asana, pranayama, and meditation practice. After a light breakfast, you’ll enjoy free time to rest or walk in the small village. Classes start again at 11 a.m. when you’ll study mantra, yoga therapy, yoga anatomy, and other subjects. After lunch, you’ll have time for self-study and self-practice. The class of the day is at 4 p.m. and you’ll delve deep into the yoga teaching methods.
During the course, you’ll be served 3 three daily vegetarian meals. The ingredients are sourced from a local organic farm (in a nearby village).
The price also includes a 1-hour massage, all yoga materials, and a manual book, as well as a singing bowl or Reiki healing therapy session.
If you are interested in other subjects to teach, for an additional fee, the school also offers massage therapy, Reiki, and sound healing training courses.
Or you can take advantage of the location and take a trekking trip to Annapurna base camp or even trek Mount Everest.
Kindly book your flights to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) as the airport transfer is included in the price.
21 Day 200-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher Training at Himalayan in Kathmandu, Bagmati Pradesh
- Price: from US$1,400 for 20 nights
- Availability: All Year Round
- Location: Kathmandu
- Instruction level: All levels
This 200-hour yoga teacher training course is designed for everyone who wants to become a certified and qualified yoga teacher.
It’s ideal for kick-starting your career as a successful yoga teacher as you’ll learn detailed information about yoga and meditation along with essential teaching skills.
The course includes daily yoga, meditation, pranayama, philosophy, and Ayurveda classes, chanting powerful mantras, mudra, and banda techniques, as well as outdoor trips and social or cultural activities.
You may choose between a single or double room. All rooms have a bathroom with a western-style toilet, hot shower, comfortable bed, and free wi-fi. The bedsheets, pillows, and towels are also provided.
Your day starts at 7 a.m. with a yoga class, followed by breakfast at 8:30 a.m. and meditation. You’ll then enjoy free time, self-practice, and other classes before lunch (which is served at 2 p.m.) There are more classes in the afternoon and break for dinner at 8:30 p.m.
The package includes weekly outdoor trips and social/cultural activities such as hiking, town visits, and Nepali language lessons. Plus, three daily meals, as well as snacks and drinks (water, coffee, tea, detox juice), are included in the package. The meals cater to a variety of dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and raw.
The closest airport is Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and the airport transfer is available for an additional US$15 per person.
22-Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification in Pokhara
- Price: from US$1,200 for 21 nights
- Availability: All Year Round
- Location: Pokhara
- Instruction level: All levels
Take the first steps towards the complete enrichment of the mind, body, and spirit during this yoga teacher training in Pokhara.
It will take you through the perfect initial journey of an authentic yoga teacher and a serious yoga practitioner. Upon completion, you may register with Yoga Alliance.
The yoga teacher training course includes daily yoga, meditation, and deep guided relaxation sessions. You will learn cleansing techniques, mantra chanting, kirtans, and bhajans, as well as study the concept, philosophy, and practices related to yoga.
Your day starts at 5:30 a.m. with morning tea, followed by Ashtanga Yoga, self-study, and pranayama. Breakfast is served at 8 a.m. and lunch at 1:15 p.m. During the rest of the morning, you’ll join various classes. The Hatha Yoga class is at 4:15 p.m., followed by meditation, and dinner (at 7:15 p.m.). There’s plenty of time to rest, self-study, and enjoy the surroundings.
The package includes guided tours along the hills of Pokhara Valley.
You will enjoy three meals each day, as well as water, coffee, and tea. The meals cater to a variety of dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, and Ayurvedic. If you have other dietary restrictions, kindly let the organizer know in advance.
The closest airport is Pokhara Airport (PKR) and the airport transfer is included in the package. If you’re flying internationally, the closest international airport is Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and you can then take a flight, bus, or car to get to Pokhara.
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*All prices are valid at the time of publication and are not guaranteed. They are subject to change without notice.
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