200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Pokhara, Nepal

Are you ready to take your yoga to the next level? In the beautiful mountains of Pokhara, Nepal, Pankaj Yogpeeth wants you to join our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training. Imagine learning real yoga in the Himalayas' foothills, surrounded by beautiful nature and hearing the sounds of old traditions. Our 100-Hour TTC, or if you're just starting out, this Yoga Alliance USA-certified program is for you. You will be able to teach Asanas, breathing, philosophy, meditation, and everything else you need to know with confidence, which will be covered in 24 days.

We provide nutritious meals, cosy lodging, and a community that makes you feel like you're at home. You're not just working; you're changing. Real yoga happens here, whether you want to teach others or go deeper on your own path.

Who Is This Course For?

We welcome anyone who is truly excited about yoga to our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Nepal, whether you want to teach or just get better at your own practice:

• Complete Newbies: Are you new to yoga? From the basics to confident practice and teaching, if you're 18 or older and interested, we'll show you the way.
• Dedicated Practitioners: Are you already practising? Explore more about yoga's theory, anatomy, alignment, and other subtle elements.
• Aspiring Teachers: Want to become a yoga teacher or teach others? When you finish, you'll be a certified Yoga Alliance teacher and ready to teach.
• Wellness Seekers: Want to get better, learn more about yourself, or grow spiritually? Your body, mind, and heart will all change because of this program.

Our 24-day program in the peaceful mountains near Pokhara includes healthy food, a safe place to stay, and a community that is there to help. You will learn how to live yoga, not just do it.

Why Choose Pokhara, Nepal for Your Yoga Teacher Training?

There is something magical about doing yoga while the Himalayas are in the background. Pokhara is amazing, it's where yoga really comes to life.When you train here at Pankaj Yogpeeth, you'll:

Learn authentic yoga traditions - Study where yoga is still a living practice, experiencing teachings passed down through generations in their true home.

Practice in sacred surroundings - Do your practice in a holy place, like a morning flow with views of the Annapurna range, meditation by Phewa Lake, or just breathing in the clean mountain air.

Earn Yoga Alliance certification – When you finish our full 24-day program, you'll be ready to teach anywhere in the world with trust.

Transform completely – Heal your body, mind, and spirit with Sattvic food, a community that supports you, and yoga that is more than just poses.

In Pokhara, yoga stops being something you do and starts being who you are.

200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course Curriculum

Our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training gives you a complete education that will help you learn more about yoga, improve your teaching skills, and strengthen your practice. The lessons combine traditional yoga knowledge with real-life examples to provide students with a comprehensive learning experience.

Yoga Philosophy, History, and Lifestyle

The principle is simple but deep: the soul, mind, and body are one and can't be separated. You will look into:

• Origin of yoga and its different ways.
• Ashtanga Yoga (8 Limbs): Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi.
• Hatha yoga and the problems that come up when you try to do it.
• Annamaya, Pranamaya, Manomaya, Jnanamaya, Anandamaya are the five layers of Panch Kosha.
• Sankhya, and Vedanta Darshan.

Asana Practice

Originally, an asana was simply a comfortable seat for meditation. Now it's evolved into the beautiful physical practice we know today. Your skills will include:

1. Hatha yoga is made up of traditional poses that are carefully aligned and can be safely adjusted.

2. Flowing, dynamic patterns in Ashtanga Vinyasa, including the transformative primary series

Meditation and Mantra Chanting

Imagine if you could stop the constant chatter in your head. This is what meditation gives you. You will learn holy chants like Om, the strong MahaMrityunjaya Mantra, the enlightening Gayatri Mantra, and beautiful prayers that connect you to something bigger if you practice every day. Each session gets you one step closer to real peace inside.

Pranayama

Life is breath, and yoga is the way to master it. You'll learn about the pranic body, which is your subtle energy, and how breath affects your health, your way of life, and your spiritual growth. You'll learn useful skills like:

• Nadishodhana (breathing through different nostrils).
• Sheetkari and Sheetali (taking deep breaths).
• Bee breath that hums is Bramari Bhastrika and Kapalbhati (energising breaths) and Ujjayi (ocean breath).
• Surya Bheda means "breath of the sun".

Plus Bandha (Energy Locks): Learn how to lock and direct your prana to go exactly where you want it to go with Mula Bandha, Jalandhara Bandha, and Uddiyana Bandha.

Hatha Yoga

As an exercise, Hatha yoga is one of the best in the world because it helps you burn fat and improves your overall health and body state. You will learn how to do Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) and Chandra Namaskar (Moon Salutation), move your joints, and explore traditional poses like Matsyasana, Padmasana variations, Lolasana, Kukkutasana, and Garbhasana with better skill and knowledge.

Ashtanga Vinyasa

Ashtanga is a very athletic and energising type of hatha yoga. It is made up of set routines that flow with the breath. You'll learn the basics of Ashtanga Vinyasa and its different parts. You'll also learn how to master the Primary Series, a powerful set of poses that improves your strength, flexibility, and focus.

Shatkarma

At first, these ancient yogic cleansing methods may seem strange, but they work really well to get rid of physical blockages and clean your body. Agni Saar (digestive fire), Jal Neti, Rubber Neti, Sutra Neti (nasal cleansing methods), and Dand are some of the traditional practices that yogis have used for hundreds of years to stay healthy and clear energy pathways.

Human Anatomy

If you don't know what's going on inside the body, you can't teach safely. This isn't dull anatomy from a book; it's useful information that will help you become a better, more confident teacher. You will look into:

1. Different kinds of bones and the skeleton.
2. How the blood flows and the different kinds of heart blocks.
3. How organs and processes help you do your job.

If you know about anatomy, you can keep your kids safe, make smart changes, and explain why each pose is good for the body in that particular way.

Accommodation and Facilities

Imagine waking up at 2,200 meters above sea level, between two hills, with stunning views of the Annapurna range and the Kathmandu valley. This is your home at Pankaj Yogpeeth, where you are entirely surrounded by fresh mountain air, deep tranquillity, and natural beauty.

On clear days, a 3- to 4-hour climb will take you face-to-face with Mount Everest. When the monsoon season comes, the clouds will cover the valley below, and you'll feel like you're sharing the sky with the mountains. We've made sure you have everything you need to get a good night's sleep and focus on your practice. Your room has:

• A bed that is comfy and has clean linens and towels.
• A Western-style bathroom just for you with a hot and cold shower.
• Heating and air conditioning keep you comfortable all year long.
• A separate balcony where you may sit and enjoy the view of the mountains.
• Everything you need, such as toiletries, clothes, a mirror, and more.

Around the house:

• A big garden where we grow the vegetables for your meals that are organic.
• Cosy places to sit and talk or relax outside with other students.
• A peaceful, calm place that really seems like a yoga retreat.

The whole property has a peaceful vibe. You're at a place where you can really unplug and turn inward, away from the noise of the city and surrounded by nature. You'll also get to experience actual mountain living during unique hiking programs. You'll stay in traditional tea houses, local homestays, and mountain lodges that give you a flavour of Nepali culture.

Special Food for Yogis

At Pankaj Yogpeeth, food is part of your practice, not an afterthought. Our meals are loved for their flavour and variety around the world, prepared cleanly by an experienced chef using only organic vegetables, many sourced fresh. All meals are vegetarian and included in the course fees for our 200-hour yoga teacher training in Nepal.

Yogic Quality	How It Feels	Our Focus
Sattvic	Light, calm, energized	Fresh, organic, balanced
Rajasic	Restless, overstimulated	Limited
Tamasic	Heavy, dull	Avoided

In yoga, food is for both the body and the mind. Yoga doesn't count calories; instead, it looks at Satva, Rajas, and Tamas, or how food makes you feel. You feel light, energised, and clear after eating sattvic food. Too sweet or heavy foods can make you feel tired, and rajasic foods can make you restless. Because of this, our kitchen focuses on being fresh, balanced, and easy to use.

How we eat is also very important. Yogis have always said that you should have two healthy meals a day, with a break of 5 to 8 hours between them. If you need to, you can also have light fruit. Freshness is important on a sattvic diet. About 40% of what you eat each day comes from raw fruits, vegetables, nuts, sprouts and salads, which are a frequent part of the diet.

Some Famous Vegetarian Foods in Pokhara, Nepal

In Pokhara, Nepal, the food is simple, comfortable, and very good for you. These traditional foods are light, healthy, and good for both your body and mind.

Dal Bhat	Roti Tarkari	Dhido

• People in Pokhara eat dal bhat almost every day. It's the main dish in most Nepalese meals. A warm plate of rice, lentils, veggies, and pickle makes you feel grounded and full, and gives you steady energy.
• Roti tarkari is a healthier choice made with soft wheat rotis and in-season vegetables. With yoghurt, it's a gentle, healthy meal that's great for after yoga.
• Dhido is a traditional food that people love because it is easy to make and good for you. Many yogis choose it over rice when they want to feel light, strong, and focused.

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Nepal FEES

Course	Dates	Shared	Private	Occupied/Total
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training	7 April to 30 April	$1250	$1500	04/15
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training	7 Sep to 30 Sep	$1250	$1500	04/15

200 Hour Yoga TTC in Nepal Daily Schedule

Time	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
06:15 - 07:45	Ashtanga	Ashtanga		Ashtanga	Ashtanga	Ashtanga
08:00 - 09:00	Pranayama	Pranayama	Sat Kriya	Pranayama	Pranayama	Pranayama
09:00 - 10:00	Breakfast	Breakfast	Breakfast	Breakfast	Breakfast	Breakfast	Breakfast
10:00 - 11:00	Philosophy	Philosophy		Philosophy	Philosophy	Philosophy
11:30 - 12:45	Adjust & Alignment	Adjust & Alignment		Adjust & Alignment	Adjust & Alignment	Adjust & Alignment
13:00 - 15:00	Lunch/Rest	Lunch/Rest	Lunch/Rest	Lunch/Rest	Lunch/Rest	Lunch/Rest	Lunch/Rest
15:00 - 16:15	Anatomy	Anatomy		Teach. Metho.	Teach. Metho.	Teach. Metho.
16:30 - 18:00	Hatha Yoga	Hatha Yoga		Hatha Yoga	Hatha Yoga	Hatha Yoga
18:15 - 19:15	Meditation	Meditation		Meditation	Meditation	Meditation
19:15 - 20:15	Dinner	Dinner	Dinner	Dinner	Dinner	Dinner	Dinner
20:15 - 21:00	Self Study	Self Study	Self Study	Self Study	Self Study	Self Study	Self Study

What We Expect From Our Students

• Students should be respectful, follow the rules, and behave properly on school grounds and in all classes.
• To support a yoga way of life, you are strictly prohibited from drinking, eating, smoking, or using any other drugs or alcohol on campus during the course.
• To pass the course and get the Yoga Alliance license, you must attend at least 85% of the classes.
• If you act badly on campus or in class, your certificate could be taken away, or you could be kicked out of the school.
• If you have to leave the course in the middle because of a personal problem, you will not get your money back. However, if you get permission, you may take the same course at a different time and place.
• Before the school starts, you have to pay a USD 250 fee, which is not refundable.
• The school does not offer health or accident insurance, so students are encouraged to take personal responsibility for their well-being.
• Please let teachers know if you have any medical problems or special needs, and do what they say to stay safe.The daily plan that was given out at the introduction is a key part of the training and should be strictly adhered to.

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