Dharamshala and Mcleodganj

Dharamshala is located in the upper reaches of the Himalayas and overlooks the Kangra valley. Dharamshala and Mcleodganj, a village in the suburbs of Dharamshala, are frequently visited by tourists. The weather here is good and people also enjoy the nature in its raw form. Mcleodganj is also the seat of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama and home to many Tibetan monasteries. This unique Himalayan destination also offers a spiritual atmosphere for receiving yoga training. Many camps and workshops are held here and some of the very best teachers also come here to teach yoga. Yoga teacher training in Mcleodganj includes intensive 200 hour and 500 hour courses. To give personalized attention, most retreats enroll only about twelve to twenty students per class. Yoga Retreat in Dharamshala is an experience quite different from any other and is a must for all yoga enthusiasts.

Goa

We now descend the great Himalayan Mountains and move towards the south- west part of India. Goa, located at the shore of Arabian Sea, is a popular international tourist destination, famous for its beaches and parties. However, there is another side to it too - it is the hub for yoga classes. The courses in Dharamshala are also offered in Goa. As October starts, the winter grips northern India, making the atmosphere unsuitable for yoga practice, so most retreats shift classes to Goa. Weather is still pleasant in Goa and thus makes the classes here an enjoyable experience. The Yoga teacher training in Goa for 2013 will start in October for most retreats.

Rishikesh

Rishikesh is located on the foothills of Himalayas. It is also known as the Gateway to Garhwal Himalayas. Rishikesh tops the list for all those who want to learn yoga. The atmosphere of Rishikesh is spiritual and yoga learners feel blessed here. It is believed that meditation in Rishikesh brings one closer to attainment of moksha, as does a dip in the holy river, the Ganga that flows through it. Rishikesh is also known as the yoga capital of the world.

Although yoga is spreading like wildfire, India is yet to come to fully tap the possible potential these Yoga teacher training courses have to offer. Yoga teacher training not only offers physical fitness, emotional and mental stability, but is also helpingcreate employment opportunities and spread this divine practice to all corners of the world.