The 500-hour yoga teacher training course is an internationally recognized Advanced Yoga Training program that benefits both beginners and seasoned yoga practitioners. This advanced yoga training course is good for both beginners and individuals who want to learn something new. Its a great combination of 500 hours advanced yoga teacher training with 1 week of Annapurna base camp trekking.
Students will follow a constructive journey, starting with foundational knowledge and progressing to an advanced skillset as they advance to higher levels. The whole course will revolve around yoga science, which makes it even more important.
This particular course talks more about the in-depth guidance, extended duration, whereby the student will be learning more about how a transformative yoga experience will be. The Trek Nepal has prepared this advanced yoga training course with the help of experts.
Students will be able to learn about all-around yoga knowledge with a deep dive into all the branches of yogic science, like Asana, Pranayama, Meditation, Philosophy, Shatkarma, Yoga Anatomy, Bandhas, Mudras, Chakra system, and much more.
There are two aspects to advanced yoga training with us. Whether you want to become a teacher in the same field or want to explore the options, we help you do both. Meanwhile, all the necessary tools will also be taken into consideration during the course.
The teachers at The Trek Nepal have decades of experience and know exactly what they are doing. This makes the experience more worthwhile. The practitioners from all around the world are welcome to deepen their knowledge and yoga and yogic science.
During the 500-hour yoga teacher training, along with a 1-week Annapurna trek, you will be spiritually and physically growing, and the changes will be experienced by you. Through guided discipline and a routine, you will be able to learn and understand yoga better.
Dhyaan, Asana, Pranayama, Mantra Chanting, and Yogic Philosophies are the major baseline for success when we talk about the course. Unlike other yoga learning places, the yoga we teach at The Trek Nepal will be way beyond the yoga mat.
Why Choose 500-Hour Advanced Yoga Training?
Students and practitioners who are willing to learn more about yoga must join the 500-hour advanced yoga training. Being certified with Yoga Alliance, this is one of the important courses that allows you to learn everything in detail.
- Chance to become a globally certified and versatile yoga instructor recognised by major yoga alliances.
- Building a strong foundation to teach and get inner discovery through the yoga course
- Opportunity to become a meaningful example for aspiring teachers and spiritual seekers
- Offers a deep dive into all the aspects of yoga, including postures, breathwork, energy system, and wisdom
- Course creation in association with Nepal Yoga Home, allowing basic to advanced knowledge and understanding, developing teaching knowledge, and yogic understanding.
- Presence of highly experienced teachers who teach more than just yoga, but the everyday truths of life
- Learn and understand the basics directly from the birthplace of Gautam Buddha, with his spiritual learning carved in the air
- Major focus on both the practical and theoretical learning covering yoga philosophy, lifestyle, anatomy, teaching methodology, and much more.
Activities Included in the Advanced Yoga Training in Nepal
The advanced yoga training is all about learning yoga. In a course that will run for 29 days, you will learn everything about yoga in a 500-hour course. The learnings move around:
Yoga Asanas
Asanas or postures, as they call them, are a way to keep your body in the right form or posture. Not only will you learn and understand about the basics, but also have a premier idea about dynamic movement, alignment, sequencing, and even meditative integrations.
These are the core factors of asanas, as we call them. Overall, the course will cover more about Hatha Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, and even the proper advantages of it. The postures and Asanas will be a 200-hour course.
Similarly, we will also learn more about the correct alignment, use of props, modifications, the awareness of Chakra, and even Drishti. Through this, you will have an option to understand about value of postures.
The daily progressive work from the practitioners will allow for enhanced flexibility, strength, and even balance. Finally, students will be able to understand dynamic meditation along with mind-body harmony.
Meditation
Meditation is the key component when we talk about an advanced yoga training course. You will understand that the right techniques to carry out meditation allow you to have the right impact and results.
At The Trek Nepal, we try and teach our students meditation based on the roots in ancient scriptures. Our final goal is to train the mind in such a way that it helps you to achieve the single-point focus goal.
Meditation for a very long time has also been known to calm down the nervous system and also get the best out of all practitioners. There is a certain difference as we practice meditation with the team of The Trek Nepal:
- Learn and understand 10+ meditation techniques such as breath awareness, mantra meditation, chakra meditation, and many more.
- Get the details about meditation in both a theoretical and practical manner with the help of seasoned meditation instructors
- Major focus on making meditation accessible and effective for both beginners and advanced students. All in all, it is a brilliant step.
- Lastly, meditation helps you to be calm, think better, and also enrich discipline and patience.
Yoga Philosophy
Students and practitioners might be thinking, What is the use of philosophy when we talk about yoga? Well, it does make a world of difference. Having the deeper purpose of practice is key when we talk about yoga.
At The Trek Nepal, the experts not only teach you yoga but also the deeper meaning of it. There will be the spiritual, physical, and ethical foundation of yoga present in it. Learning the postures and control isn’t enough until you know the deep meaning of yoga and its value.
During the deep learning of yoga philosophy, you will also be part of ancient scriptures such as Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, and many more. Meanwhile, the teachings from the masters of yoga will help you to self-realization and liberation at the same time.
Lastly, The Trek Nepal would like to state that yoga isn’t just an art to practice, but there’s much more to that. We feel that yoga should be your way of life rather than just a practice.
Mantra & Chanting
Mantra chanting is an underrated art that gets overlooked most of the time. When we talk about mantra chanting in the context of advanced yoga training, the results seem to be outstanding.
The vibrational tool of mantra chanting allows you to elevate your mental state and also enhance your spiritual awareness. This helps you create and understand the true essence of mantras.
Some of the key reasons why mantra chanting is key are:
- Learn the meaning, pronunciation, and application of mantras
- Practice the daily chanting, which helps in devotion and mindfulness
- Explore mantras for healing, strength, transformation, and clarity
- Understand the role of mantra in the case of Bhakti Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, and other spiritual paths.
Pranayama, Mudras & Bandhas
Yoga is more or less dependent upon the art of controlling breaths. Pranayama is also concerned with how you can control your prana, which will help you to bring out the energy locks in your body.
Under the right supervision of experts at The Trek Nepal, we will help you to understand the details about Pranayamas. With the classical pranayama techniques like Nadi Shodhana, Kapalbhati, Bhastrika, and Bhramari, you will be able to control your breath better.
Along with that, the introduction of Mudras that help to open locks and also energy gestures works wonderfully to influence internal energy flow.
Moreover, the teachers who have been part of The Trek Nepal for decades teach students about the science of breath, pranic energy, and other factors. In the end, this helps in proper emotional regulation along with better digestion and concentration. All in all, you will be opened up about the powers of Pranayama.
Yogic Lifestyle
A key factor in the case of advanced yoga training is the yogic lifestyle that is followed. You will be taught about the values of a holistic lifestyle and what it can bring for you.
This particular yogic lifestyle training is based on simplicity, discipline, mindfulness, and the ability to stick to the roots. As easy as it may look yogic lifestyle is hard.
Some of the key zones that determine its toughness include:
- Finding the importance of sattvic diet, fasting, rituals, sleep hygiene, along with a balanced diet.
- Discovering the use of natural healing processes like Ayurveda and yogic cleansing methods
- Build up a yogi’s mindset, which helps you to keep calm, compassionate, and detached from the chaos
- Use of yoga in everyday life for sustainable inner peace.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Not as tough as Everest Base Camp, but Annapurna Base Camp Trek is also demanding in its own right. You will need to be physically fit to complete this trek. Climbing through villages and green terraced farmlands, you will reach the place of beauty.
Besides the beautiful mountain Annapurna, you will also have the chance to visit Annapurna Conservation Area, where you will be walking through beautiful, lush green forest, colorful villages, and winding rivers.
There are two treks in the place called the Annapurna Base Camp trek and the Annapurna Circuit trek. Having said that, we will be doing the Annapurna Base Camp trek with less challenging terrains and beautiful views.
The biggest highlights of the Annapurna Base Camp trek include:
- Stunning mountain views of Annapurna I, Himchuli, Annapurna South, Gangapurna, etc.
- Chances to view the stunning rhododendron forest with lush terraced fields
- Dive into the hot spring pool of Jhinu Danda to enjoy nature
- Visit the Annapurna Conservation Area to watch different animals.
- Delve into local Nepalese and Tibetan cuisine with great taste.
Teaching Methodology & Student Connection
In order to make the students understand what they need to teaching methods and connection with the students the key. Effective teaching techniques, along with the proper connection with the students, help them to understand new things better.
From the right ways to structure the class, sequence the poses, along with managing the time, there is much more that needs to be understood and taught.
Not only that, The Trek Nepal also focuses on the techniques to engage, motivate, and support students. You will have the art of demonstration, observation, and feedback being taught to you, which makes the difference.
By the end of the course, students will also be well aware of how to be a present, compassionate, and confident yoga teacher. As you will be competing globally, it is key to have the aura and charm.
Lastly, students will be involved in the practical classes, which also provide real-time feedback from the mentors. All in all, the process is mainly focused on making you a better student.
Why Nepal is Ideal for Advanced Yoga Training
There could be mixed thoughts for readers about how is advanced yoga training course is good for you. Well, the answer is simple.
Nepal is one of the finest when it comes to learning yoga, Ayurveda, and even meditation. The Trek Nepal, with its advanced teachers and teaching methods, allows for better outcomes too.
Some of the key reasons why Nepal is the finest choice for advanced yoga teacher training are:
- Land of yogic origin
The first and the critical reasons why Nepal is the best choice for advanced yoga training are due to the mystical history of the country. You would find Nepal to be home to traditional yogic practices.
Along with that, the spiritual energy, along with the tradition and the sacred sites present, helps you to connect and understand the culture better.
- Mountain, nature, and monasteries
Nepal is a small country located between India and China. But as a country, Nepal is blessed with the tallest mountain in the world.
Not only that, but 8 of the 10 tallest mountains in the world are located in Nepal. With the sacred nature of the mountains, you will find peaceful monasteries and solace to perform yoga.
- Affordable and accessible
Another prime reason why practitioners choose Nepal is due to the fact that it is affordable and accessible. You could live in the most peaceful setting in the most affordable price.
Not only that, but the food is also prepared based on the yogic requirements. Fair to say your body will feel better when you have a calculated and affordable stay.
- Ancient wisdom, modern technology
A lot of the readers and the interested practitioners feel that Nepal is still following the traditional method. Well, just to be very clear The Trek Nepal does follow the ancient fruitful ways, but the tools are modern.
We are equipped with the most advanced technologies when we talk about yoga and meditation. Having said that, our yogis know perfectly what your body requires, which makes the job easier.
Program Detail: 1 Week Annapurna Base Camp Trek
At The Trek Nepal, things aren’t limited to a specific number, but there is much more to it. Even at advanced yoga training, we focus on providing the Annapurna Base Camp trek for 1 day for physical strength.
Students will be provided with the right training to be ready for the 1-week trek. Through this process we try an blend down yoga along with trekking.
This ultimately provides a unique inner and outer exploration for an individual. Practicing yoga in front of the sacred mountains has proved to be useful too.
- Day 1: Drive from Pokhara to Bikash Danda and a 3-hour trek to Ghandruk
The first day of the trek starts from Pokhara and not Kathmandu. You will take a ride from Pokhara up to Kyu Mi Danda and later to Birethati. Roads in the ride can be bumpy at times. After 3 hours of trek, you will be taken to Ghandruk from Pokhara. Right through the journey, the Modi River will accompany you.
- Day 2: Trek from Ghandruk to Upper Sinuwa
The goal today is to reach Upper Sinuwa, and we start moving after the early morning breakfast. The day will be full of rugged treks up and down. You will be touching down at places like Kimrung Danda, Kimrung River, and even Chhomrong village. Chhomrong village is famous for the Gurung community.
- Day 3: Trek to Deurali from Upper Sinuwa
Annapurna Sanctuary Area will be the primary focus for the day. We will be visiting places like Bamboo, Dovan, and the mountains will be in and around us. Marching towards our journey to Annapurna Base Camp, we reach Eden Valley today.
- Day 4: Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp
The day finally arrives when we will be reaching Annapurna Base Camp. But first, it will be a journey to Machhapuchhre Base Camp. The distance between Machhapuchhre and Annapurna Base Camp is 730m, and we will be crossing that. A 6-hour tough trek will lead you to stunning views of Annapurna I.
- Day 5: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo
As we reach the ultimate destination of Annapurna Base Camp, we will have to come back now. The return will be dedicated to Bamboo and later to Deurali. An 8-hour walk will take you to Bamboo at the end of the day.
- Day 6: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda
As the days move ahead, we will be leaving the Annapurna Base Camp area behind. Today, through the areas of Khudlighar, we will be touching own to Sinuwa Danda. Uneven trails beautiful river will be accompanying us today. Lastly, we will be making back to Jhinu Danda following Chhomrong Khola.
- Day 7: Trek to Samrung Khola and drive to Pokhara
Sadly, the day has arrived when we have to return. Today marks a short walk downhill crossing the suspension bridge to reach Samrung Khola. A local jeep will be present, which will take us to Pokhara. It will be a 4-hour ride.
Course Start Dates
Talking about when the course starts, it is generally at the start of the month. In order to balance the lengthier course, which goes for more than 30 days, we try and start at the start of the month.
In shorter courses, though, The Trek Nepal tries to have two batches that work in synchronization to provide smooth functioning. In case you want to know, contact us and we will help you.
What’s Included
Talking specifically about the advanced yoga training course along with the Annapurna Trek, certain things will be included in the package while others won’t be.
The Trek Nepal makes sure you will receive everything to make the overall stay valuable. Through these included items, your experience will be worth. They are:
- Yoga Alliance certified course of 29 days, 500-hour advanced yoga training
- Entry into the Annapurna trek region, along with transportation, guides, and the history of the place
- Self-grown vegetarian meals, along with better accommodation facilities
- The course manual and the perfect training resources for brilliant results.
- Practical teaching lessons, peaceful kirtans, along with workshops for students
- Certificate along with post-training assistance for the future.
What’s Not Included
All the students and practitioners will receive everything they would require for better classes. Meanwhile, some perks do get overlooked:
- Air ticket with Nepal Visa and international flight
- Travel insurance for every practitioner who arrives
- Shopping, laundry, and other regular expenses won’t be paid by the agency
- Night out party during the stay will be taken care of by oneself.
Join Us Today
So what are you waiting for? If you have come this far, you have an interest to learn yoga and also becoming an independent teacher. From beginner to advanced and intermediate, we teach everyone. If you aren’t interested in the 500-hour, we also have the 200-hour yoga teacher training with Annapurna trek.
You can either book by contacting us or visit our website where the bookings are present. As we only take a limited students, the seats will fill up quickly. Hurry up.