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Terms and Conditions for the YTT Residential Course

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Yogmandu Yoga’s 200-hour Residential Teacher Training course is subject to the following terms and conditions.

Payment and Cancellation Policy 

A reservation deposit of USD 200 is required to reserve a course and the remaining balance of USD 1200 is due upon arrival. 

As for the refundable policy, 50% will be refunded if you cancel during the first week. Similarly, cancellations during the second week will get you 40%, during the third week will get you 25%, and any cancellations during or after the fourth week will get you no reimbursements. 

If for any reason Yogmandu cancels your reservation, you’ll be reimbursed fully. In case of an illness or other government restrictions, you’ll be able to allowed to change the reservation dates. 

Photography and Video

During the YTT course, we might take pictures and/or videos of our students for marketing purposes. Yogmandu will post these photos and/or videos on its socials. 

If you don’t want to be included in these pictures and/or videos, please let us know beforehand. 

Restrictions

Students are not allowed to smoke, drink alcohol, or use drugs during the course. Similarly, we don’t support violence, swearing, and vulgar behaviors. And not to mention, we don’t allow meat consumption within retreat grounds.

Here’s more information on traveling to Nepal and some questions you might have about the yoga teacher training course.

Frequently Asked Questions for Yoga Teacher Training!

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Here are some frequently asked questions you might be curious about in order to become a yoga teacher.

  1. What is the maximum number of students per class?

    We only take 15 students at most so as to not overcrowd the class. 

  2. I am a beginner. Can I apply for the yoga teacher training course? 

    The 200-hour yoga teacher training residential and non-residential courses are designed specifically to aid beginner and intermediate yoga practitioners. We aim to provide a balance and safe practice session for all levels. 

  3. What type of yoga is taught at Yogmandu? 

    We follow the Ashtanga and Hatha yoga styles in our teaching. 

  4. Can I attend the course even if I’m not good at English? 

    Well, you’ll need to have at least a basic understanding of written and spoken English since our classes will be taken primarily in English. 

  5. Do you offer airport pick-up and drop-offs? 

    Unfortunately, we don’t provide those services. But, taxis are readily available to and from the Tribhuvan International Airport. 

  6. Do I need any vaccinations or medications for my trip to Nepal? 

    Vaccinations are not mandatory but do visit the following website for more information. 
    https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/nepal

  7. Is there anything else I should know? 

    Since our Yoga Teacher Training course is based on the traditional teachings from Nepal, some of it might be influenced by Hinduism like the graduation fire ceremony and the mantra chanting section. 

Check out these articles as well: Traveling to Nepal for YTT and Term and Conditions to be considered for the YTT Residential course.

Traveling to Nepal for Yoga Teacher Training

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If you’ve decided to visit Nepal to start your journey as a yoga teacher, here’s how you get here and what to bring.

Please do note that these tips are primarily focused on students who opt for the 200-hour Residential Yoga Teacher Training course.

How to Get Here? 

Please arrange your travel plans to match the schedule of your Yoga Teacher’s Training. Please book your flight to arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. 

Drive to Yogmandu Yoga

From the Tribhuvan International Airport, you can take a cab directly to Yogmandu Yoga located at Mid-Baneshwor. The drive will take 15 to 30 minutes depending on the traffic. 

What to bring? 

  1. Warm clothing for evenings and mornings. 
  2. Comfortable clothes for yoga
  3. Warm socks and hats
  4. Waterproof walking shoes and outdoor wear
  5. Sandals 
  6. Warm cardigan or blanket/shawl for mediation
  7. Flashlight and its batteries
  8. Conservative dress for temple visits
  9. Refillable water bottles or thermos
  10. Mosquito repellants
  11. Sunglasses and Hats
  12. Waterproof bags
  13. Personal toiletries

Optional

  1. Yoga mat
  2. Yoga towel
  3. Extra highlighters, pens, and diaries
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