Yoga Teacher Training in Nepal - Mandala Studio Yoga & Spa

I’m so happy that my husband and I chose Mandala for our 300 hour training. We had amazing teachers, the location is so beautiful in the mountains, and the place where we practice yoga has a wonderful view. Biren and the whole staff have been so helpful with everything, including helping organise trips during our day-offs. It felt like a family. We will miss this place so much.

Best yoga school in Nepal.

I did and just completed 7 days yoga retreat here in mandala. In this course i learn yoga every morning , sound healing & reiki healing therapy in the afternoon and meditation in the evening. In this retreat I also get 2 times free massage and steam sauna.

All the Staffs and teachers are undoubtedly the best always smiling and helpful. Susmi is very professional massage therapist she knows how to care her client and she actually do what we are actually looking for and cater our needs .

All the teachers and healers are professional and caring. I will definitely visit this place again. And will recommend others too.

Just close your eyes and go this place you won't be disappointed.

I highly recommend if you want to become a professional yoga teacher Along with experiencing an unforgettable and empowering adventure,this is the place. An outstanding experience, professional teachers and living conditions that I could not ask for more. I did the 500 hour course. And it was perfectly combined with both theoretical and practical studies. The course of the day is structured so that you both study and have time to memorize the material, to rest, to make social connections with other interesting people who are in the course.Enjoy the silence from the spectacular view from the excellent meals from a walk in nature and the special city of Kathmandu. To sum up, you have an experience of everything from everything The staff Birin Kriti Susami, the teachers Yogish and Vishnu are welcoming, professional and respectful.❤a family atmosphere. The best gift in life I gave myself

I can't even put into words how wonderful my 300hr YTT at mandala was! I would highly recommend it to anyone. The school is just so beautifully located up in the hills and away from the busy city. The owners, Biren and Kriti, as well as the staff and the teachers are just so lovely and turned this place into my home for a month. The food is amazing and such a variety of things. The course itself is well structured and included all that I've been looking for. I will keep this place and the amazing people I got to meet here in my heart forever. ❤
If you are looking for an intense 500hr training, however, this might not be it, as it is exactly the same as the 300hr training. We all had the ceremony together. Only thing, officially it is 1,5 days longer, but many left at the same time as I did.

BE AWARE that most 1-star reviews are fake negative reviews that they get from other competitive yoga schools or boots which are not true at all.

Truly life changing yoga teacher training! The location is perfect to relax and courses are given by great experienced teachers. Positive vibes and kindness are spread all around the school by the owners and staff. Highly recommended!

I did the yoga retreat and it was absolutely great, I highly recommend it. Food was delicious, the staff was very nice, I got the flu and they took care of me and made natural tea with herbs. I feel part of this beautiful Mandala family now, and I’d like to come back.
I did yoga sessions, reiki, sound healing, massage and different types of meditations. I also had enough time to be on my own, read, write and rest, it was a beautiful time to connect with my inner self and heal, exactly what I was looking for.

Thanks Biren, Susmi, Shanta and everyone else for making me feel like home.

From the moment I booked my 200 HR YTT and began interacting with Biren, I knew I had made the right decision. The team were so warm and welcoming from the start and took time to answer all of my questions before arriving. Mandala will always feels like a second home to me from my experience living there for 3 weeks. Upon arrival we were taken to our resepctive rooms and served a warm meal after the long journey, this would be one of many deliciously prepared meals at the school. On our first day we were given our itinerary and introduced to our Yogi gurus whom I would grow to absolutely adore. Everyone was genuinely kind, warm and loving. The rooms were cleaned regularly and I really felt so relaxed staying in the school. It became a sanctuary, which would only be possible by the way the school is managed and run. I will miss my Mandala family so much but am so grateful for the experience - I couldn't have chosen a more perfect place to do my YTT and if anyone is considering Mandala as an option - I would say DO IT! You will not be disappointed, it was perfect and exceeded all my expectations.

I stayed at Mandala yoga for the sound healing course, and everything was absolutely perfect! Most of all my amazing teacher who I learned so much from. The course was very practical, and by practicing the sound healing over and over I really got to understand all the topics we covered in detail. The people are lovely and go out of their way to make you feel good. It’s too bad I had to leave to go home, otherwise I would have stayed here longer. Definitely also try the Ayurvedic massage when you visit!

I came to Mandala, for a 7-day yoga retreat and it was the best 7 days of my life..I am so glad i came across this place and booked it. Whatever I saw on the pictures is as per the reality, infact it is even more beautiful, that pictures don't do justice.

Mandala is located in Chandragiri and its location is fortunately at the most peak. In the mornings, the views is of the beautiful mountains, and on a clear weather, you could even see the snow-capped mountains of the Himalayas. In the night, the view is that of the millions of city lights. This place is full nature with no obstruction to the view.

Such a tranquil and peaceful place to be in, I had most wonderful experience of me-time, reflection-time, meditation, yoga, self-healing, spa, massages, reiki, sound-healing, hiking and even a city-tour.

What made the experience of staying more beautiful is the wonderful, heart-warming family I stayed with. This resort belongs to Biren and Kriti, and they, along with their staff have maintained the place so well. It is like a family environment and Biren, Kriti and the manager, Susmi, is so so nice, so welcoming, so helpful and they do the maximum just to ensure that you enjoy every bit of your experiences and stay at the Mandala.

I arrived at 22.30 and Susmi had dinner prepared and heated for me, something that I did not expect. My room was perfect, as per the pictures, very clean, well-maintained, bathroom was very clean. The next morning, I woke up to the most spectacular view from my balcony. Ajay, the cook, makes the best meals daily. I enjoyed all my meals here, especially the momos. Biren and Kriti always ensured that I make the most out of trip, and are so helpful in every way.

I cannot forget the kindness, generosity, humbleness of the Mandala yoga family. I am so grateful for my experiences. I have travelled to so many places but this is one of the best trips i have ever had in my life. Thank you dear Mandala Yoga family, for making my trip so very beautiful

Sharing views from my balcony on different days, as I couldn't get over the view, though i was trying to capture beauty that cant really be captured with a camera

I'm currently on the 300hour YTT. I love being here at Mandala, you can really feel cared for and at home here. The rooms are comfortable and kept very clean. The food is delicious and nutritious. Everyone on the course is like family and we are all enjoying our experience. The teachers are wonderful, informative, caring and nurturing. I can see some bad reviews from people claiming to have had facials or other treatments that aren't offered here. It's sad to see fake or incorrect reviews like that as these days it's so damaging for business'.

I have wanted to complete a course like this for at least 7 years. I'm so pleased I waited and found this school. Thank you Kriti, Biren, Susmu, RJ, Vishnu, Yogesh, Santa Claus (hehe), Tommy the doggy and the rest of the team. I appreciate you all!

I came to the Mandela yoga retreat from England . My friend owns yoga studios in England also and does teacher training for 200 hours however I’ve read about a lot of places and this one came at the top of my list , I had originally book over a year ago and due to my mother taking very poorly and my business finding hard times I delayed and delayed my arrival . Biren and Kitti told me it was fine and was so understanding and kind to me , I was very impressed . I also have read many many reviews and they are all very confident inspiring .

I arrived and the Mandela Yoga centre 5 days ago and it has already surpassed all my expectations , the place is so clean and tidy , the studio is incredible , My room is lovely , well kept , so tidy and clean . The teachers and absolutely beautiful , so patient, kind and extremely knowledgeable.

So far I will happily give 5 star rating with no problems .

I absolutely love This place Kitti and Biren have worked so hard to created such an amazing place which already feels like home .

I am a successful business owner in England and have very high standards which so far have all been met with the hard work and dedication clearly shown here .

I am already booking to return next year to carry on my studies with The Mandela training centre .

I will write another review when I leave in just under a month , so far I feel as though I’ve got my investment coming here returned already .

Thank you for your hard work and dedication in proving such a wonderful and safe place to learn .

I honour and respect you all and already consider you to be my family 💚

Namaste 🙏

Damien Healy
Buxton
Derbyshire
England

I did some courses; 300 hours yoga, reiki level 1 and advance, singing bowl advance, and yoga therapy in Sep 2023. For Yoga, the afternoon teacher is more advance academically than the morning teacher (although both are good), but in term of attitude, integrity and punctuality, the afternoon teacher was lacking those 3 qualities. The morning teacher was sincere, afternoon teacher wasn't. The afternoon teacher tricked me to go to his studio in Tamel during lunch time. (when I asked help to do yoga therapy for me) By saying that Mandala didn't have the equipment he needed, turned out he was only using a yoga mat and ropes (inconsiderate and dishonest). And I think it is best not to teach pre-natal and post-natal yoga with a male teacher, especially if he didn't know much for this kind yoga (I did postnatal and prenatal yoga in Risikesh, that's why I know) , including yoga for old people. I am not very flexible, what he taught us was dangerous even for my body situation. Perhaps Kriti can be back teaching soon. For reiki and singing bowl, I learned from Shanta. He is a very deep spiritual person, someone that you can count on in any situation. I have developed a deep connection with him and Susmi (she knows how to treat people well, warm hearted and definitely a professional masseus). Shanta is a really good reiki teacher and singing bowl teacher. What I like from Shanta the most, he didn't has negative ego, when he didn't know an answer, he would say he didn't know (although he is very knowledgeable, a humble person), he didn't try to go left and right and in the end, there was no answer, just looked like there was. (I often asked difficult questions to all teachers). Biren and Kriti (the owners) were very helpful.They always tried best to provide what my husband and I needed during our stay. They even helped me to prepare a birthday surprise cake for my husband. The bedroom was very clean, they changed the bedsheets and towels very often, food was delicious.The location is zero pollutions. It's a perfect place to connect with The Self. The curriculum is very knowledgeable and professional. What missing was a washing machine, so we could wash our clothes ourselves as the out-source laundry was not very clean. I still suggesting people to come to Mandala, its worth the trip. I've gained so much knowledge. And thank you so much for all of the staffs, teachers, and owners for your services, teachings and friendships. Btw, my husband is satisfied with the trekking to 1st base of Everest managed by mandala.

I was there for the 200h Yoga Teacher Training Course in October and I can fully recommend it to everyone. I really loved it and had a wonderful time to connect to myself, Yoga, Nature and the lovely people there.
A special thanks to the two teachers Vishnu and Yogesh from whom we learned a lot and who introduced us to the Yogic life and all its origins.
I also did a Basic Course in Sound Healing with Yogesh, which I can really recommend to do. He has a lot of experience which he also loves to share.
The resort is outside of the city kathmandu, in a calm place with clear air and beautiful nature. Sometimes you can even get a peek on the 8000m mountains which is amazing and powerful. The whole place gives a feeling of love beacuse of all the caring people there. The food was fresh and good and the rooms cleaned daily. We had a double room as a couple and had all we needed.
The only thing which was a bit sad was that after the first week, the Yoga hall was always occupied in free times, since the small extra classes (Yoga Therapy...) were given there. I think it would be really nice to be able to practice there inbetween as it is a beautiful room. Maybe the other small classes could sometimes be given in another room.
Otherwise I really thank you all for this wonderful experience, you are all very lovely, caring people and have built a really nice Reatreat Center there. I wish you all the best and hope to be back some day.

Little bit late review, but I promised to owners to put my 5 stars, so here it is😁 And Mandala really deserves it. I went to Mandala for 1 week singing bowl last year. Location in the mountains is amazing! View is so beautiful. And I had unbelievable experience with Shanta. Sound healing sessions and meditations with Shanta was changing my mind, was curing me so well. Shanta is a brilliant of Mandala and if I go there again it will be because of the practice with him. He is true guru. Also I love the rooms! It’s super clean! Rooms set up really with intentional standard. I went many places in India and Nepal and I never got so clean and nice rooms as in Mandala. Owner and manager were attentive to all my asks. Its safe place, I felt protected and cared there.

But just few things which was not nice for me is morning yoga, meal plan and dining hall🥲 Menu is not balanced about protein, most of the food just full of carbs, too much fried things, too less fresh veggies and fruits. Dinners were the most carbs bombs which is totally wrong. Maybe better u hire some nutritionist to explain u about healthy right yogic menu.

And dining hall - often I didn’t have space in the small dining room to sit and I went to take my meal at the cold street. U guys should set up seats well for high season period so that each guest have a space to have their meal comfortably.

Yoga in the morning. It was in the program of my 1 week retreat. But when I joined it I found it’s actually not for every guest, it’s specially for yoga teachers course. And also there is no space for everyone. Sometimes people from teacher course were complaining we joining the class and taking their space. Program of practice was also specially for teachers course - practice with many theory and explanation of asanas, deep and hard. Not really suitable for people who just came for practicing regular beginners morning yoga. So maybe u shouldn’t put it in program of all guests or just make special classes for guests which are not learning teachers course.

So these things I wish could be fixed/improved in Mandala. But at all the place is very nice and I’m so happy to meet Shanta there! Thank u all so much for all💛

It is hard to fully capture what a beautiful place Mandala Studio really is. I read several reviews before coming to Mandala that touched on the immediate "family feeling" that Biren and Kriti (the owners) create upon arriving- and I am here to say that is nothing but the truth. Not only is all the staff welcoming, kind, and loving, but they become your family immediately.
The yoga teachers have a knowledge of wisdom and each class will challenge your physical and mental body in order to deepen your practice on and off the mat.
As someone with several food allergies, I was very nervous about the cuisine- yet I can confidently say I have never had more deliciously fresh food in my life. They were very attentive to my allergies and I miss the food everyday!

I could go on and on, but ultimately, you will only be expanding your life in ways you can only imagine by choosing to visit the Mandala school. A place where my spirit, soul, and body all connected and I will be forever grateful for the place and people behind it all.
You are giving yourself and your life a gift by staying at the Mandala Studio.

Oct 2022 • Solo
Every aspect of the journey was thoughtful. Getting to this oasis near the top of world is well worth it. My arrival at 4AM was met with charm and grace. The accommodations are clean and comfortable. My private room is spacious, and the showers are great. Everything you need and didn’t know you needed is facilitated by Birem and wife Kriti who leads the yoga instructions and coordinates the other services offered. This is a family business where they all coordinate care and feeding of their guests/students. The food is fresh, healthy, tasty, and vegetarian with spicy options available. The instruction is amazing. When you get up in the morning and entire horizon is filled with the snow capped Himalayas, your day is off to an inspired beginning. The sense of caring and sharing permeates the air, and leads to harmony and hilarity as the personalities of the participants emerge. People are here from all over the globe. It is truly a magical experience. It is quiet and peaceful, and yet Kathmandu and all it has to offer is a reasonably priced cab ride away. Every reason to take your yoga training here, and for me, no reason not to.

Best place to visit
Im so suprised by visiting this place in the top hill of kathmandu.
There is no doubt these people are very innocent, very respectful and honest. Best massage by susmi, best teacher , reasonable money in this standard peaceful place. There is no doubt to say this is the one and only one best yoga school in Nepal . There is no way to complain as they clean the room everyday, best food ever, teacher are very professional and they take class in right time. You will regret if you miss this place. I will be back soon with my friend in this wounder place.

Mandala Yoga is a wonderful place in the middle of nature, the staff is just lovely - always there to help with any request and to make you feel like home, and the Yoga teachers are very skillful and an inspiration.

Me and my girlfriend had a half-day treatment that included an amazing sound bath and a reiki session and massage with a steam shower. Everything has been done professionally and kindly. The food was so tasty and healthy. If you have time to spend in Chandragiri this is a "must see"

I did a 7 day yoga retreat and could not have asked for a more welcoming and calming environment. Kriti, Biren, Susmi all treat you like their family, going out of their way to make you comfortable. Apart from yoga there is sound healing, massages, reiki, hikes, sightseeing - its a complete package for whatever you are looking for.