Student receiving a tilak blessing with flower garlands at the Alpesh Yoga opening ceremony

Yoga Alliance Registered School · Dharamshala

100 Hour Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training in Dharamshala

A multi-style 100-hour, 11-day training at Bhagsu, Dharamshala — small groups, hands-on guidance, certification you can teach with anywhere in the world.

Bhagsu, Dharamshala11 days · 100 hoursAll levels welcomeFrom$440

Overview

100 Hour Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training Overview

Quick answer

Alpesh Yoga’s 100 Hour Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training in Dharamshala runs 11 days in the Himalayan village of Bhagsu, from $440 (or $600 with food & accommodation). It’s Yoga Alliance registered and all-levels friendly, blending Hatha Alignment and Hatha Vinyasa Flow with pranayama and meditation — a genuinely multi-style foundation and the first half of the full 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Dharamshala. See current dates and fees.

Take the first step toward becoming a certified yoga practitioner with our 100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in the peaceful mountain village of Bhagsu, Dharamshala. This 11-day intensive program is ideal for all levels — beginners, yoga enthusiasts, and aspiring teachers who want to strengthen their practice while experiencing authentic yogic living. Our curriculum blends traditional Hatha Alignment, Hatha Vinyasa Flow, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Philosophy, Anatomy, and Teaching Methodology. Guided by experienced Yoga Alliance certified instructors, students gain practical knowledge, confidence, and a deeper understanding of yoga in a supportive learning environment.

Student in a supported bridge with a wooden block under the sacrum and a bolster beneath the legs

The whole experience

From the welcome ceremony to the certificate in your hand

A course here is not just 11 days of classes. It opens with a traditional ceremony and closes with one, and everything in between is designed so you leave able to teach — not just able to practise.

  1. Teacher applying a tilak to a student wearing marigold garlands during an outdoor ceremony at the Arambol yoga shala

    Day one — you are welcomed

    Before a single class, there is a ceremony: a tilak, marigold garlands, and a circle where the whole batch says their name out loud.

  2. Students holding extended side angle pose during a morning alignment class at the Arambol shala

    Every morning — you practise

    Asana at sunrise, alignment worked pose by pose, philosophy and anatomy once the day has warmed up. Six days a week.

  3. Two trainees supporting a classmate with yoga belts in a backbend while Alpesh Patwari supervises

    Halfway — you start teaching

    The course turns. You stop being taught and start teaching: hands-on assists, sequencing, and each other as your first students.

  4. Four Alpesh Yoga graduates seated around a marigold flower mandala, each holding their 200-hour yoga teacher training certificate of completion

    Last day — you graduate

    Flower crowns, garlands, and a Yoga Alliance certificate handed to you in person at the closing ceremony. Nothing to wait for in the post.

For the meditation-first traveller

Who comes up to Bhagsu for this

You are probably already somewhere in North India, and you came looking for something quieter than a beach. Sitting practice interests you more than handstands. You want real hours on breath and meditation, not fifteen minutes tacked onto the end of an asana class. Eleven days in a Himalayan village, cold mornings, early nights, a small group and a walk uphill to the shala. No certificate needed to join, and no pressure to teach afterwards.

Alpesh Patwari seated on a mat talking through a seated twist while students practise behind him

Before you book

  • No certificate or prior training required. Complete beginners join every batch.
  • You are at Himalayan altitude here. Arrive a day or two early and let your breathing settle before the pranayama block begins.
  • A willingness to be cold in the mornings and quiet in the evenings. There is no nightlife in Upper Bhagsu, and that is the point.
  • Tell us about back or knee problems, blood pressure conditions or pregnancy in your booking. Several pranayama techniques are modified or dropped in those cases.

Outcomes

What eleven days of breath and sitting give you

  • Sit for a full 45 minutes without your legs or your attention giving out
  • Practise nadi shodhana, ujjayi, kapalabhati and bhramari correctly, and know which one a given morning calls for
  • Lead a short guided meditation for a friend or a small group
  • Move competently through Hatha, Vinyasa and restorative practice instead of only the one style you already know
  • Talk about the eight limbs without reaching for the handout
  • Leave with a written morning routine of your own design, and the discipline to keep it going at home

Why here

Why Dharamshala for your 100 hours

Build a Strong Yoga Foundation

Develop a solid understanding of yoga postures, breathing techniques, and meditation through structured daily practice.

Learn from Expert Teachers

Receive personal guidance from experienced Yoga Alliance certified instructors with years of teaching experience.

Practical Teaching Experience

Improve confidence through alignment correction, teaching methodology, and guided practice sessions.

Peaceful Learning Environment

Practice yoga in the beautiful Himalayan surroundings of Dharamshala, creating the ideal atmosphere for focus, healing, and self-growth.

What's included

Everything you need, nothing you don't

Included

  • Full course tuition with small-group, hands-on teaching
  • Course manual and use of all yoga props
  • Alpesh Yoga T-shirt and tote bag
  • Welcome ceremony and graduation ceremony
  • Yoga Alliance certificate on successful completion
  • With-stay package: room in Bhagsu for the full course
  • With-stay package: 3 daily vegetarian meals, plus tea & coffee
  • Help arranging pickup from Dharamshala (Gaggal) airport or the bus stand

Not included

  • Flights and travel to the campus
  • Indian visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses and excursions

Curriculum

The multi-style syllabus

Module breakdown follows the standard Yoga Alliance framework for the subjects taught on this course (Hatha Alignment, Hatha Vinyasa Flow, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy and teaching methodology).

    • Daily traditional Hatha yoga practice
    • Introduction to Hatha Vinyasa Flow sequencing
    • Sun salutations, standing postures, forward bends and twists
    • Building a safe, consistent personal practice
    • Principles of correct alignment in every posture
    • Working with blocks, belts and bolsters
    • Common mistakes and how to correct them safely
    • Body awareness, balance and posture
    • Breath awareness and yogic breathing basics
    • Core pranayama techniques practiced daily
    • Guided meditation for mental clarity and emotional balance
    • Introduction to yoga philosophy and yogic living
    • Functional anatomy for safe practice
    • How alignment protects the joints and spine
    • Teaching methodology basics
    • Guided practice sessions with alignment correction
    • Confidence building for future teacher training

A day in the life

A day in the mountains

  1. 07:00 – 08:00

    Self-study and self-practice

  2. 08:30 – 10:15

    Alignment

  3. 10:30 – 11:30

    Break

  4. 11:30 – 12:30

    Yoga philosophy

  5. 12:30 – 14:00

    Anatomy, teaching methodology and alignment

  6. 14:00 – 14:30

    Lunch

  7. 14:30 – 16:00

    Homework and rest

  8. 16:00 – 16:30

    Karma yoga

  9. 16:30 – 18:00

    Vinyasa flow practice

  10. 18:00 – 19:30

    Break and free time

  11. 19:30

    Dinner

This is our standard training day. Timings can shift with the weather, the season and what the group needs on a given day.

Dates & fees

Upcoming dates & pricing

$50 off any 100hr course or retreat, $100 off any 200/300hr course when you book 60+ days before your start date.

Our Dharamshala season pauses after September and resumes in May 2027. From late October to April, the same courses run at our Goa campus.

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Pricing

Course only (no food & stay)

$440USD

$132 deposit (30%)

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With food & accommodation

Most chosen

$600USD

$180 deposit (30%)

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Couple package (per person, with stay)

$500USD

$150 deposit (30%)

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Reserve your seat with a 30% deposit — balance in cash or transfer on arrival. Fully transferable to any batch within 12 months. Refund policy

Inside the course

Eleven days in the Himalayas

Student in a seated forward bend during morning practice at the Arambol yoga shala
Teacher guiding a student through a block-supported bridge pose while the class observes
Student receiving a tilak blessing from a teacher holding a puja plate during an Alpesh Yoga ceremony at the Arambol shala
Alpesh Yoga students with visiting teachers wearing marigold garlands after a philosophy session
Alpesh Yoga graduate presenting her Yoga Alliance 200-hour certificate of completion after the closing ceremony
Worn stone steps climbing through deodar cedar forest on a Himalayan hillside, with prayer flags strung between the trunks
The view from a flat rooftop terrace over a Himalayan valley at dawn, mist between the forested ridges and snow on the far peaks

Taught by Durgesh, Benu. Meet the teachers

Accommodation & food

Your room in Bhagsu

The "With food & accommodation" package includes your room for all 11 days, three vegetarian meals a day, and help arranging your arrival — so you can focus on the training.

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Student stories

What graduates say

Completing the 200-hour yoga teacher training course has been a dream of mine for quite a few years now. The training was well structured, with a good balance between time in the classroom and time on the mat.

Liam Powell

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A very good yoga teacher… great expansions both physically and spiritually.

Ceylin Altunç

5.0

via BookRetreats — verified

I improved more in one month here than in all my previous practice.

Claudia Lowick-Russell

5.0

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Reviews from Google

What our students say on Google

Rated 4.9 across 103+ Google reviews

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yonatan raviv

June 2026

Great teacher. Made me stronger and helped me to better align myself in my postures.
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Monakshi Arora

June 2026

The place is really great! I love Alpesh’s classes , they are so nice and they helped me deepen my practice so much! If you are someone who really wants to work on yourself I think this is the place for it . The best part is they are in both mountains and beach cities so it’s a true blessing learning and being there around the lovely environment:)
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darshana shah

June 2026

I completed my 200-hour, 300-hour, and 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training Courses with Alpesh Yoga, and it has been one of the most valuable experiences in my yoga journey. I initially joined as a regular student seeking relief from back pain and sinus issues. As my practice progressed, I experienced significant improvement in both, which inspired me to deepen my understanding of yoga and eventually pursue the teacher training courses. Looking back, I am extremely happy that I made that decision. What sets Alpesh Sir apart is his genuine dedication to his students. He pays close attention to alignment, technique, and understanding, and patiently explains concepts until students gain clarity and confidence. His teaching style is thorough, practical, and easy to understand, making even complex yogic concepts accessible. Along with Alpesh Sir, his team has also been incredibly supportive and knowledgeable. Together, they create a learning environment that is welcoming, professional, and encouraging. Beyond the physical practice of yoga, Alpesh Sir shares valuable insights, experiences, and yogic wisdom that help students understand the deeper essence of yoga and how to apply it in daily life. The classes are not only educational but also inspiring, encouraging personal growth, self-awareness, and a deeper connection to the practice. The training provided me with a strong foundation that has helped me build and teach my own yoga classes with confidence. His depth of knowledge, attention to detail, authenticity, and passion for teaching make him an exceptional teacher and mentor.
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Akshat Jain

June 2026

I can’t say enough good things about my time with the team at Alpesh Yoga. Sometimes it’s hard to find a teacher who is both technically brilliant and genuinely kind, but that’s exactly what you get here. I appreciated how much individual attention we received; it made the whole experience feel very personal. I’m heading home feeling refreshed, inspired, and deeply grateful for the lessons I learned on the mat. Whether you’re a beginner or a teacher, you’ll find something special here.
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שיר מילצ'ן

July 2025

Alpesh is the best yoga teacher!
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Louise d'Orléans

July 2025

It was a great experience at Alpesh Yoga, I highly recommend ✨✨
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Shira Grafi

July 2025

I did a 100-hour course with Alpesh, it was a really good experience, very personal treatment and the course was intimate and varied. Alpesh is a very caring teacher, he knew exactly what each person's strengths are and the points to which they need to pay more attention. Highly recommend, even just to come to a drop-in class in the morning to strengthen your body and get yourself in shape if you can't stay for the course.
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Andrea Pérez Gutiérrez

June 2025

It was a great and positive experience choosing to take the course at Alpesh Yoga. He was able to share his knowledge with me and help me understand even more, enabling me to better perform the asanas, their alignment, possibilities, and meaning. Likewise, the atmosphere, the classes, and Alpesh's great helpful and kind personality made me feel comfortable and see improvement .Thank you!!!
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FAQ

Common questions

  • Yes — it is built for beginners, enthusiasts and aspiring teachers taking their first step. Over 11 days you build a solid foundation in postures, breathing and meditation through structured daily practice with personal guidance.

  • The curriculum blends traditional Hatha Alignment, Hatha Vinyasa Flow, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy and teaching methodology — so you experience the main streams of classical practice rather than a single style.

  • A 100 hour certificate from our Yoga Alliance registered school. It is the ideal first stage toward a full 200 hour certification, which you can complete later with us in Goa or Dharamshala.

  • $440 is tuition only. $600 adds your room in Bhagsu plus three vegetarian meals a day, for the full 11-day course. Traveling as a couple? It is $500 per person with stay ($1,000 total).

  • Our Dharamshala season runs from late spring through early autumn — May to September — when the valley is green, the days are mild and clear, and the evenings still cool off fast at 2,000 m. The 2026 season closes at the end of September and we reopen in Bhagsu in May 2027; new dates go on the dates and prices page as soon as they are confirmed. From late October to April the same 100 hour course runs at our Goa campus. Pack layers either way: a fleece for the mornings, practice clothes, good walking shoes for the village paths, and a light waterproof if you are training in the monsoon months.

  • Fly to Dharamshala (Gaggal) airport or take an overnight bus from Delhi to McLeod Ganj. The shala is at Upper Bhagsu, near Beetroot Cafe and Kibbutz — we help every student arrange the last leg.

  • Just 30% of your chosen course or retreat price to reserve your seat once we confirm availability, with the balance payable on arrival. The deposit is transferable to any future batch within 12 months.

Choosing

Is this the right one for you?

Dharamshala or Goa?

Goa runs the same hours with a precise alignment emphasis and a beach at the end of the afternoon. Here the longest block of the day is breath and sitting, the group is smaller, and the village goes dark by six. Choose Bhagsu if the mind is what you came to work on, and if you would rather walk to a waterfall than a beach bar.

100 hours, or a different level?

Our 200 hour course in Bhagsu takes the same subjects over 22 days, then adds anatomy, teaching methodology, practice teaching and an assessment, and ends with an RYT 200 certificate. These eleven days do not certify you to teach. They are for people who want the practice for its own sake, or who want to test the mountain routine before committing three weeks to it.

Ready when you are

Join the next small group in the Himalayas

Send us your dates and we’ll confirm a seat within 24 hours. A 30% deposit holds it, the balance is paid on arrival, and the deposit moves to any batch within 12 months if your plans change.

Style & approach

A multi-style yoga teacher training: Hatha Alignment and Hatha Vinyasa Flow

This 100-hour course is genuinely multi-style, not a single-lineage program. Mornings open with pranayama and alignment-based Hatha asana, the late afternoon moves into a Hatha Vinyasa Flow practice, and every day closes with guided meditation — so you graduate with a working foundation across styles, not just one.

That multi-style grounding in Hatha Alignment and Hatha Vinyasa Flow is also what makes this course a natural first step toward our 200-hour training in Dharamshala, which builds on the same foundation.

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