Yoga Alliance Certified 200-Hour & 300-Hour YTTC

Yoga Alliance Certified 200-Hour & 300-Hour Teacher Training

Join our internationally accredited 200-hour and 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training Courses (YTTC) at Atma Jyoti Yoga Retreat and Sound Healing Center in the heart of Pokhara, Nepal—a serene sanctuary near the Himalayas. These immersive trainings are Yoga Alliance certified, offering students a solid foundation or advanced mastery in both practical yoga and theoretical knowledge.

Led by a team of highly experienced yoga teachers from India and Nepal, our programs go far beyond asana practice. Each course is a holistic journey into the depth of yoga philosophy, functional anatomy, professional teaching skills, and conscious living.

Why Choose Atma Jyoti Yoga Teacher Training?

• ✅ Yoga Alliance USA Certification – Earn your internationally recognized certificate upon completion of either the 200-hour or 300-hour training.
• ✅ Expert Teachers from India, Nepal & Europe – Traditional knowledge meets modern insight through our diverse and seasoned faculty.
• ✅ Balanced Curriculum – In-depth training in asana, pranayama, meditation, alignment, sequencing, and adjustments, supported by detailed modules in yoga anatomy, yoga philosophy, teaching methodology and professional ethics.
• ✅ Professional Development – Learn how to teach, build your career, and ethically share yoga worldwide.
• ✅ Ayurveda Nutrition & Holistic Wellness – Discover the sister science of yoga with guidance on Ayurvedic health, nutrition, and lifestyle to support a yogic life.
• ✅ Sound Healing Integration – Unique to our school, experience the healing power of Himalayan sound bowls and vibrational therapy as part of your inner and outer transformation.

OUR COURSES

• ✦ 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training — Perfect for beginners and aspiring teachers, this foundational course will establish your personal practice and prepare you to teach yoga safely and effectively anywhere in the world.
• ✦ 300-Hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training — Designed for those who have completed a 200-hour training, our 300-hour course offers deeper insights into yoga philosophy, therapeutic application, subtle body studies, and advanced sequencing, refining your skills as a confident and knowledgeable teacher.

MEET YOUR TEACHERS

Mahendra – Lead Teacher & Supervisor Mahendra brings 18 years of teaching experience across Asia and Europe to the teacher training program, rooted in classical Hatha Yoga mastered in Rishikesh and Varanasi and Buddhist philosophy studied in Tibetan monasteries. He holds a university degree in Yoga and is a certified RYT-500 instructor, offering trainees a rare blend of academic knowledge and lineage-based wisdom. As founder of Atma Jyoti Yoga Retreat & Sound Healing Center and program director, Mahendra guides mantra chanting and kirtan sessions while overseeing students' progress and ensuring the curriculum meets Yoga Alliance standards. His grounded, compassionate presence provides consistent mentorship throughout each trainee's journey toward certification.

Sophia – Meditation & Professional Development Faculty Sophia is a meditation teacher, researcher, and PhD candidate in Comparative Buddhism based in Pokhara, Nepal, who brings over two decades of contemplative practice to the teacher training program at Atma Jyoti Yoga Retreat & Sound Healing Center. She integrates Buddhist philosophy with contemporary approaches to mindfulness and self-awareness, offering students a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern application. In the program, Sophia facilitates courses in meditation instruction, professional ethics, and business development—equipping trainees with both inner tools and practical skills for sustainable teaching careers. Her guidance helps future yoga teachers cultivate presence, integrity, and the confidence to share these practices authentically.

Ankita – Yoga Faculty Ankita holds a Master's degree in Therapeutic Yoga and is a certified 500-hour classical Hatha Yoga instructor with over five years of teaching experience in Varanasi, India. As a core faculty member at Atma Jyoti Yoga Retreat & Sound Healing Center, she delivers the main curriculum including asanas, pranayama, alignment, yoga philosophy, and anatomy. Her strong foundation in classical Hatha Yoga and deep familiarity with yogic texts help trainees build technical proficiency while connecting to the deeper dimensions of practice. Ankita guides students in developing clear teaching skills, precise alignment cues, and the confidence to lead traditional yoga classes with authenticity and heart.

Find your center. Embody the path. Guide the journey

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