Dharamshala is visited by thousands of tourists every year and especially loved by international tourists for learning yoga. Pleasant weather, affordability, and great yoga teachers have made Dharamshala, Mcleodganj, and neighboring regions an attractive destination for learning and practicing yoga.
Dharamshala is home to some of the finest yoga schools in India and Alpesh Yoga is certainly one of them!
Learn yoga in Mcleodganj, Dharamshala
Alpesh Yoga was founded by Alpesh Patwari and is one of the oldest registered yoga schools in the Dharamshala and Mcleodganj region. The yoga teacher started the yoga school to share his knowledge and wisdom in the art of yoga, meditation, and healing.
Alpesh Yoga has been helping students learn and master for over 2 decades now. It also has a yoga school in Goa which comes into operation when the weather in Dharamshala becomes too cold for yoga teacher training.
Why Alpesh Yoga, Dharamshala?
Whether you are a beginner or advanced yoga practitioner, Alpesh Yoga is a great destination to learn yoga, especially (Hatha Iyengar yoga). The yoga school in Bhagsu-Nag (Mcleodganj) is home to experienced yoga teachers that has been training yoga teachers for over 20 years now.
Alpesh Yoga offers 100, 200, and 300 hours yoga teacher training programs to help students enroll in a YTT course that fits their schedule. From asanas, to Ayurveda, mudras, bandhas, kriyas, anatomy, physiology, philosophy of yoga, meditation, and chanting, everything is covered comprehensively in the TT classes.
Learn more about the yoga school in Dharamshala or email at alpeshyoga@gmail.com to inquire about upcoming batches and pricing.
200 hours YTT program in Dharamshala: Highlights
Alpesh Yoga is majorly preferred by students for 200 hours yoga teacher training classes. After the COVID crisis, the course duration has been shrunk to 24 days but the comprehensiveness of the YTT program has not been compromised. Below are the program highlights:
- Comprehensive yoga teacher training curriculum including anatomy, yoga philosophy, history, TT practice, yoga postures, pranayama, and more.
- Sharing or private stay near the Dharmshala yoga school
- Healthy vegetarian meals three times a day
- Yoga props, reading material, and more
- Introduction to multiple styles (Hatha, Iyengar, Vinyasa, and Ashtanga)
Alpesh Yoga, Dharamshala also offers 100 hours YTT and 300 hours YTT programs that last for 12 days and 30 days respectively with focus on Iyengar yoga. This yoga style is focused on the structural alignment of the physical body. Alpesh Yoga provides props to ensure that you practice these yoga styles safely in classes.
Drop-in classes for curious souls
Alpesh Yoga offers drop-in classes to people interested in attending a couple of classes to experience yoga. These classes in Mcleodganj, Dharamshala usually last for 120 minutes, starting with a mantra chanting and evolving into meditation, yoga practice, and 10 minutes of savasana.
Teachers guide each student on asanas to ensure correct alignment and informed learning.
How to reach Dharamshala
- Road: Approx. 500 kilometers from DELHI and 300+ kilometers from Chandigarh.
- Road: Approx. 235 kilometers via Chandigarh – Nangal – Kangra – Dharamshala
- By Air: The nearest airport is at Gaggal, about 13 kilometers away from Dharamshala. However, flights are limited to this airport.
- By train: Pathankotis the major nearby railway junction with good frequency from all major cities in India.
Join yoga school in Mcleodganj, Dharamshala
When it comes to selecting a yoga school, it always helps to read reviews, speak with senior teachers, and pick the right location. Make sure you don’t overpay while joining a YTT program. We charge 350 USD for 100 hours YTT, 700 USD for 200 hours YTT, and 1000 USD for 300 hours YTT program.
Send an email at alpeshyoga@gmail.com in case of queries regarding any yoga program or facilities. Our team of yoga experts will help you out!