25-Day Himalayan Yoga and Meditation Teacher Training in Dharamshala, India

This 200-hour yoga teacher training in Dharamshala is an intensive, immersive program that goes far beyond learning to teach yoga postures. It's designed to give you a deep understanding of the traditional yogic path, with daily instruction in ashtanga vinyasa flow, meditation, pranayama, mantras, and yogic philosophy. The school, run by a team of experienced instructors including Sarvottam Kumar, an ERYT-500 certified teacher of mantra, bhakti, and jnana yoga, and Yashpal, a gold medal-winning ashtanga instructor, has a strong focus on Eastern practices and personal transformation.

The curriculum follows the eight limbs of yoga as outlined by Patanjali, and includes 64 asanas, pranayama (breathing techniques), bandhas (energy locks), kriyas (cleansing practices), mudras (hand gestures), yoga nidra (deep relaxation), and mantra chanting. You'll study yoga anatomy and physiology, learning how to safely guide students and adjust them in poses. The practical side covers teaching methodology, including how to structure a class, give clear instructions, and offer hands-on adjustments. The course is taught in an interactive style, with plenty of time for questions and personal support.

Located in the upper Bhagshu Nag area of Dharamsala, the school is surrounded by mountains and is close to a waterfall and swimming spot. The training hall is on the rooftop, offering open-air views of the Himalayas. Accommodation is in simple, clean, and comfortable rooms, either shared or private, with Wi-Fi available throughout. The food is vegetarian, and the meals during the week are served at the school's own restaurant, giving you a taste of local Himachali and Indian home-style cooking.

What makes this course stand out is its intention to prepare you to live 'an anxiety-free and blissful life,' as the ashram lifestyle suggests. You'll learn how to weave yoga into your daily routine and how to bring that essence into your teaching. It's a demanding but rewarding 25 days, best suited to those who are genuinely interested in deepening their practice and understanding of yoga, regardless of their level. While the course is intense, there are pockets of rest, like the weekends, to let the learning settle in.

What's included

- 24 nights accommodation in a private suite or shared room - Three daily vegetarian meals (Monday to Friday) - Local sightseeing trips during the course - One Ayurvedic massage - Yoga books and school manual - 200-hour yoga teacher training certification upon completion - Daily yoga, pranayama, and meditation classes - Airport pickup (free on a specific route) - Concierge flight and travel assistance

What's not included

- International flights - Meals on Saturdays and Sundays - Medical and travel insurance - Personal expenses - Optional taxi transfers from airports (additional cost)