21 Days of Classical Hatha Yoga & Meditation
Transformative Traditional Yoga Course
A residential immersion for those who want to live yoga as a complete spiritual practice, not only on the mat. Rooted in classical Hatha Yoga and built around two daily meditation rituals, in the quiet Himalayan village of Ghachowk.
A Complete Reset, Without Leaving Pokhara
The Transformative Traditional Yoga Course is a 21-day residential immersion for those who want to live yoga as a complete spiritual practice, woven into how you wake, breathe, eat, rest, and sleep. Set in the quiet Himalayan village of Ghachowk, the course is rooted in classical Hatha Yoga and built around two daily meditation rituals that give every day its shape: a guided morning meditation taken after your shower, before breakfast and before the noise of the day begins, and a guided sleep meditation each evening that brings body and mind into conscious rest.
Around these two rhythms you practise Hatha Yoga, pranayama, mantra, and yogic philosophy, supported by organic farm meals, a small group of no more than eight students, and the deep stillness of a Himalayan ashram. This is yoga lived as a yogic way of life, a path that gently awakens your inner spirit and draws you closer to the divinity within.
The three weeks have their own arc. Week one is about arriving and letting go: you settle into the rhythm of ashram life, learn the foundations of Hatha yoga and meditation, and begin to release the tension you carried in with you. Week two goes deeper, with a stronger and more refined Hatha practice, longer and steadier meditations, and pranayama that begins to shift how your energy feels. Week three is about integration, gathering what you have learned into a way of living you can carry home.
This course is for anyone drawn to yoga as a way of life rather than only a workout. It welcomes complete beginners and experienced practitioners alike, because the practice meets you wherever you are. It is not about collecting a certificate, and it is not affiliated with Yoga Alliance. If your specific goal is an internationally registered teaching credential, the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training is the better route. If your goal is to transform yourself and live yoga fully, this is your course.
Why a Transformative Traditional Yoga Course?
Deep Grounding in Classical Hatha Yoga
A focus on traditional Hatha Yoga, with steady postures, breath awareness, and deep physical release, rather than fast-paced flows.
Dedicated Meditation Rhythms
Structured daily meditation: a fresh morning practice soon after waking, and a calming session right before sleep, so the day begins and ends in stillness.
A Yogic Way of Life
A curriculum built around spirituality, self-inquiry, and inner growth, so that yoga becomes a daily lifestyle and not only physical exercise.
Awakening the Spirit
Practices that gently turn you inward, toward stillness, self-knowledge, and a felt sense of the divinity within.
Intimate and Supportive Setting
A small group of no more than eight students, which allows for personal mentorship, emotional safety, and genuine connection with experienced teachers.
Authentic Himalayan Tradition
Teachings rooted in the ancient wisdom of the Rishikesh and Himalayan lineages, lived as a path of spiritual awakening.
Your Daily Rhythm
The shape of each day is part of the transformation: steady, gentle, and unhurried
Course Investment
Sharing Room (Twin / Couple)
per person (21 days / 20 nights)
- Twin beds with shared bathroom
- 20 nights of accommodation in a clean, comfortable room
- Three organic, sattvic vegetarian meals a day, mostly from our own farm
- Herbal tea with every meal
- Hot water 24 hours a day, with regular fresh linens and towels
- All yoga, meditation, and philosophy sessions
- Course materials
- Certificate of completion
- Free pickup from Pokhara airport or bus station
- Weekly excursions to caves, temples, waterfalls, and mountain villages
- Kirtan and cultural evenings
- Wi-Fi on campus
Private Room
per person (21 days / 20 nights)
- Quiet, south-facing room with private bath and hot water
- 20 nights of accommodation in a clean, comfortable room
- Three organic, sattvic vegetarian meals a day, mostly from our own farm
- Herbal tea with every meal
- Hot water 24 hours a day, with regular fresh linens and towels
- All yoga, meditation, and philosophy sessions
- Course materials
- Certificate of completion
- Free pickup from Pokhara airport or bus station
- Weekly excursions to caves, temples, waterfalls, and mountain villages
- Kirtan and cultural evenings
- Wi-Fi on campus
All-inclusive of stay, three sattvic meals, every session, and free pickup from Pokhara airport or bus park. A 20% advance confirms your seat; the remaining 80% is due on arrival, before the programme begins. Group bookings can be quoted separately, with special group discounts and flexible dates and rooms. Not included: international and domestic airfare to and from Pokhara, Nepal entry visa fees, personal expenses, travel and medical or emergency evacuation insurance, tips and gratuities for guide and driver, and any extra activities, side trips, or optional therapies outside the fixed itinerary.
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Marcel Noack
Germany
Just pay a visit and you will understand why this place is special. Authentic yoga teachings, peaceful environment, and wonderful hosts. A hidden gem in Pokhara.
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South Korea
The best yoga class in this city. With teachers who has warm heart.
Yoga ClassesTove Eklund
Sweden
Such a wonderful and empowering experience. Dedicated, hospitable and knowledgeable leaders. Clean and cozy facilities. Tasty and healthy food.
Yoga RetreatLise Crauwels
Belgium
Really nice spot to stay some days in Pokhara in between trekkings. Lovely yoga classes from Deepika 2 times a day. Oasis of peace with little garden in the center of Pokhara near the lakeside.
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Swami AnandaSwami Ananda is the founder of Yoga in Pokhara, with over 10 years of teaching experience. Trained at ashrams in the Himalayas, he brings authentic yoga traditions to Pokhara, Nepal.
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