(No availability) 24 Day 200-hour Multi-style Yoga Teacher Training in Lakeside, Pokhara, Nepal

This course will be taught primarily in English (even basic and simple English will work to apply), followed by Hindi, Nepali, and Sanskrit.

If you wonder about the eligibility criteria, note that whether you're someone with prior knowledge or just a beginner, Rishikul Yogshala's 200-hour yoga teacher training in Nepal is for everyone. It will enrich your practice and empower you to share the profound gift of yoga with others.

The yoga course welcomes students of all levels, including beginners with no prior yoga experience. Rishikul Yogshala's comprehensive curriculum is designed to accommodate and support students at various stages of their yoga journey, ensuring that everyone can benefit and grow from the training.

Daily sessions will encompass asana practice, pranayama, and meditation, empowering you to cultivate both physical strength and inner peace.

Eligibility criteria

The eligibility criteria for the 200-hour yoga teacher training in Pokhara, Nepal typically include:

• Age: Participants should generally be 18 years old to enroll. The age limit is 70 years old.
• Health and fitness: Participation at Rishikul Yogshala requires a reasonable level of physical fitness and good health. People with health conditions like mild asthma, controlled hypertension, and minor musculoskeletal issues can apply.
• Yoga experience: While prior yoga experience is not mandatory, it is beneficial to be somewhat familiar with yoga practice and its basic postures.
• Commitment and attitude: A sincere commitment to learning and embracing the yogic lifestyle is essential. A positive attitude and an open mind for self-discovery are highly encouraged.
• Language proficiency: Many programs are conducted in English, so a basic understanding of English may be required for effective communication and comprehension.

Why choose Rishikul Yogshala's training?

Here are some compelling reasons to choose Rishikul Yogshala for your 200-hour yoga TTC in Nepal:

Well-known and highly experienced yoga instructors

Rishikul Yogshala's team of yoga instructors in Nepal is not only highly qualified but also deeply committed to your personal growth as a yogi and a future trainer.

They will provide comprehensive guidance across various aspects of this training, including philosophy, human anatomy, asanas (postures) alignment, mantras and vibrations, pranayama (breath control), anatomy, yoga practicum, meditation, yoga Nidra, and effective teaching methodologies.

You can expect to be inspired daily by them. Their decades of experience ensure that you will receive brilliant mentorship and continuous support at each step of your journey.

Features lakeside and mountain views

Rishikul Yogshala Institute in Pokhara, Nepal is surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and features a lakeside setting. This setting offers a picturesque and peaceful backdrop for yoga and deep meditation. Surrounded by the beauty of nature, you'll find inspiration and peace, promoting your spiritual journey and deepening your connection to yoga.

Comprehensive curriculum

Rishikul Yogshala's meticulously designed 200-hour yoga teacher training in Nepal covers a broad spectrum of yoga subjects that help build a strong foundation.

From the profound philosophy of yoga to the intricacies of anatomy, alignment techniques, and effective teaching methodologies, their holistic education will equip you with a well-rounded skillset. Please read the curriculum mentioned for more details.

Community and support

At Rishikul Yogshala, they believe in building a strong community and support among their students. The training often leads to forming lifelong friendships with like-minded individuals. Anyone, no matter the caste, country, color, age, creed, culture, background, or occupation, is welcome to take part.

This supportive network extends lovely bonding among the candidates, and they learn from each other. At the end of this 24-day program, you will leave with long-lasting friendships and memories.

Healthy meals

Taking five to six hours of yoga sessions daily takes strength as well as stamina. Rishikul Yogshala's thoughtfully crafted menu will nourish your body and support your yoga practice. Additionally, they accommodate special dietary needs, ensuring that your culinary preferences and requirements will be met with consideration. The chefs will be available to prepare any dish according to your preferences.

Refreshing weekly excursions

Depending on the schedule and situation, Rishikul Yogshala plans weekly excursions that includes hiking / trekking, swimming / boating at the lake, overnight stay in nature / camping (with additional cost), as well as visiting local monuments, famous temples, and tourist attractions.

Curriculum: 200-hour multi-style yoga teacher training course

Of the 200 required hours, 180 must be contact hours, with 125 assigned to specific educational categories and 55 as electives. The remaining 20 hours can be allocated as contact or non-contact hours.

Classical and traditional practice of Hatha yoga

Topics include:

• What is Hatha yoga? And its various sequences and styles of practice
• Surya and chandra namaskar and its mantra awareness practices
• 6 steps of doing asana consciously
• Joints and gland as preparatory practice
• Deep study of classical Hatha yoga with adjustments and alignments
• Core understanding of practice of Kundalini yoga
• Practical idea of Iyengar yoga and its tools of implementation
• Standing series of asana methods
• Kneeling series of asana methods
• Sitting series of asana
• Lying on stomach series of asana
• Supine series of asana
• Inversion series of asana
• Asana benefits and its contraindications

Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga - Primary series - Structure and sequential methods

Topics include:

• Understanding the idea of Mysore Ashtanga practices vs. Krishnamacharya’s Ashtanga practices
• Idea of teaching Ashtanga yoga sequence
• 4 modules of Ashtanga yoga
• What is Vinyasa?
• How many bandhas are there in Ashtanga?
• Importance of ujjayi practice
• Its benefits and side effects

Pranayama and its cleansing and expansions

Topics include:

• Chest breathing vs. diaphragmatic breathing
• What do prana and pranayama mean?
• Types of pranayama practice
• What is nadi?
• What are ida, pingala, and sushmana?
• 7 main practices of pranayama
• 4 qualities of yogic breathing
• 1:1, 1:2, and 1:4 breathing for emotional purification
• Psychological effect of yogic breathing
• Stress and stress-less-related breathing techniques

Mudra and its sparks

Topics include:

• Yogic gesture for stress-related problems
• Internal mudras
• Healing gestures for physical blockages
• Pranic gestures for awakening energy
• Importance of mudra according to Hatha yoga
• Types of mudra
• Practicum of gyana and chin mudra
• Practicum of ashwini mudra
• Physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of mudra

Mantra and its vibrations

Topics include:

• Introduction of Mantra yoga
• Significance of (OM)-AUM
• Mantra for meal purification
• Mantra for obstacles
• Mantra for universal masters to bless
• Mantra for realization
• Mantra for well-being

Meditation and its transformations

Topics include:

• Breath awareness meditation
• Inner light meditation
• Chakra awareness meditation
• Body-less meditation
• Mantra awareness meditation
• Walking meditation
• Full moon meditation
• Third eye meditation

Yoga Nidra and its deep silence

Topics include:

• What is yoga Nidra?
• What is sleep?
• 4 states of consciousness
• Benefits of deep sleep
• Yoga Nidra practices from the Himalayan tradition
• How yoga Nidra practices cure insomnia problem
• Adjusting in shavansana

Adjustment and alignment practices

Topics include:

• The fundamentals of practicing side extension, forward extension, backwards extension, and revolving action
• How to correct postures verbally and by hands-on adjustments
• Modifying the asana with different tools
• Various limitations, contraindications, and benefits of yoga asana
• Workshop on hip-opening
• Workshop on backbending
• Workshop on forward bending
• Workshop in twisting postures

Teaching methodology and its confidence

Topics include:

• Disciplines of yoga teachers and students
• How important to ensure the safety of students while teaching
• Understanding the idea of demand of student before starting the class
• The scope of listening, presence, directive, and non-directive dialogue
• How important demonstration is
• What the preparations for the classroom are
• How to sequence the class
• How to describe the practice, techniques, and delivery in teaching a class
• Discussion on different types of lesson planning

Yoga philosophy and its unknown realities

Topics include:

• History and origin of yoga
• Why do we have disturbed mind, distracted mind, and stupefied mind in yogic science?
• What is yoga?
• What is celibacy and sex in yogic science?
• Why do we suffer?
• What is Ashtanga yoga? (eight limbs of yoga)
• What caused us to get disease?
• What is Raja yoga?
• How to bend the body to bend the mind?
• What is ignorance?
• 3 states of consciousness in yogic science
• What is mind?
• 4 foundational pillars of life
• 4 faculties of mind field in yogic science
• What does practice mean in yogic science?
• 5 layers of the body in yogic science
• What does ekagrah mean?
• What is knowledge and wisdom in yoga?
• What is Kundalini?
• What is Karma?
• What is Chakra?
• What does nirodhah mean in yoga?
• What is fear and love in yogic science?
• What is enlightenment and liberation in yoga?

Yoga anatomy and its safety and precautions

Topics include:

• What is yogic anatomy and physiology?
• Introduction of the respiratory system and yogic breathing
• How do shatkriya practices give benefits to the body?
• How do pranayama practices give connection to a digestive and immune system?
• How do asana practices give various effects on joints, spine, and muscular system?
• The structure of the spine and its movement in yoga
• Types of contraction in the muscular system
• Know the basic studies and types of joints to avoid injury during asana classes
• Studies and discussion about the spine according to a yogic point of view

Yoga for health

Topics include:

• Yogic counselling for a healthy life
• Yogic techniques to use in daily lifestyle
• Yoga cures for common diseases like headaches, migraines, colds, sinus, etc.
• Yoga tools for back issues like backache, slipped disk, sciatica, diabetes, thyroid, spinal deformities, obesity, etc.

Evaluation and certification

Topics include:

• Performance during the course
• Attendance
• Practical asana demonstration test
• Written test (objective and subjective type)
• Behavior

Yes, there will be a final exam, which includes a practical demonstration of teaching skills and a written test. The examination process at Rishikul Yogshala is designed to assess your knowledge and proficiency in yoga and teaching methodology. Successful completion of the exam is necessary to receive the 200-hour yoga teaching certification.

After completing this 200-hour yoga training in Nepal, you will achieve:

Personal growth

Develop positive emotions as well as heightened awareness and mindfulness with daily yoga practice. Gain a refined perspective of the world and bring a positive change in your personality.

Confidence to teach

Acquire the necessary tools, knowledge, and skills to teach yoga and improve confidence in your personality, your voice, and presentation to teach a class of students. Deliver the absorbed yogic wisdom to the rest of the world and continue this chain of spiritual growth.

Upgraded lifestyle

Feel the difference in day-to-day activities as you transform into a yogic lifestyle with healthy eating habits and regular yoga practice.

Connection with the inner self

Develop a deeper connection with your inner voices and conscience. Eliminate the blurriness and delve deep inside yourself with yogic practices.

Long-lasting friendships

You will be taking back with you long-lasting friendships to cherish throughout life! This training will also help you to be more social, welcoming, and confident.

Beauty of Nepal

Experience the beauty of Nepal, the experience of the serene landscapes, the mountain meditation, and the calmness of the environment that it offers.

Program detail:

Arrival and opening ceremony:

• Arrival on the 7th is flexible; you can arrive at any time.
• The opening ceremony will be held at 16:30.

Certificate distribution and departure:

• Certificates will be distributed on the 30th.
• Departure is scheduled after breakfast on the same day.

Daily schedule of 200-hour yoga TTC in Nepal

The daily schedule this training at Rishikul Yogshala is designed to provide a well-rounded and immersive experience. Here is what a typical day might look like:

• 05:00 - 05:30 Morning tea
• 05:30 - 07:15 Asana
• 07:30 - 09:00 Pranayama and meditation
• 09:00 Breakfast
• 10:00 - 11:30 Yoga philosophy
• 12:00 - 13:00 Adjustment and alignment
• 13:15 - 14:00 Lunch
• 15:00 - 16:00 Yoga practicum
• 16:30 - 18:00 Asana
• 18:00 Dinner
• 20:00 Satsang - once weekly (optional)
• 21:00 Sleep and rest