100-Hour Therapeutic Yoga Teacher Training in the Himalayan Foothills

The 100-hour Therapeutic Yoga Alignment course is the core of what Alpesh Yoga offers in Dharamshala. It's a residential, Yoga Alliance-approved program that covers anatomy, alignment, philosophy, and teaching methodology. The schedule is full — expect early morning asana, daytime lectures and practice, and evening meditation. The training emphasizes using props and modifications so yoga becomes accessible to students with injuries, stiffness, or health conditions.

Alpesh Patwari designed the curriculum himself, drawing on decades of his own practice and teaching. He has run teacher trainings in Goa and Dharamshala for over 20 years, and his style is direct and detailed — he watches your body closely and adjusts you like an architect, as one student put it. You'll also be taught by Shivansh, who brings a strong grounding in anatomy and Ashtanga, and Roopam, who specializes in philosophy and pranayama.

The school itself is in Dharamkot, a small village above McLeod Ganj that's a magnet for yoga and meditation students. The property has a dedicated yoga shala, a garden, and simple but comfortable rooms. You're a short walk from forest trails and a longer walk or tuk-tuk ride from the cafes and Tibetan markets of McLeod Ganj.

What makes this course different from a generic 100-hour TTC is the therapeutic angle. Instead of just learning sequences, you're learning how to read a body and adapt the practice. The teaching practicum is taken seriously — you'll design and deliver classes to your peers under supervision. That practical focus means you leave ready to teach, not just with a certificate.

What's included

- Airport Pickup - 10 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Teacher training course and certification - Certificate upon successful completion - Registration with Yoga Alliance/Professionals/International/etc - Specialized workshops - Group excursions/activities - School t-shirt/tote bag - Yoga mats, blocks, straps, and bolsters - Ayurvedic consultation - Weekend/day off excursions - Course Manual - WiFi connection

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Personal Expenses - Local Tour Guide