About your instructor:
Your instructor on this course is Ellen Johannesen; level 2 authorized by KPJAYI with more than 30
years of experience, Ellen teaches yoga based on her extensive background in movement, first as
professional dancer and later as an advanced level Ashtanga practitioner. Ellen is deeply engaged in
Eastern philosophy, holding an MA degree in Buddhist studies and Himalayan languages. She is
well versed in the practices of the Himalayan yogis, speaks fluent Tibetan and works as both an oral
interpreter and textual translator of Buddhism. She is a practitioner of the Vajrayana path of
Buddhism and also pursues an interest in the scientific research into the benefits of contemplative
practices. In this context she has undergone extensive courses in Sadhana tantric rituals, positive
psychology and neuroscience and sustainable compassion. Ellen is a much -loved teacher of asana
as well as philosophy and meditation. She runs Teacher trainings, Mysore classes, pilgrimages and
retreats. She opened the first mysore studios in Norway and Nepal and teaches regularly throughout
Norway, Nepal and internationally.
What will I learn from this YTT?
This course provides the support and guidance you need to take your practice to the next level. You
will learn the counted vinyasa system of the Primary Series that lets you conduct a class and instruct
students. You will be guided to widen the scope of your practice and teaching to include meditation,
philosophy and workshop style teaching. You will learn to apply anatomical principles to teaching,
make safe hands on adjustments and effectively adapt your teaching to different groups of students.
You will learn to apply the philosophy of yoga as a transformative sadhana practice that keeps you
grounded and inspired. You will also contribute to a sangha, a community of practitioners and
teachers who are there to support and monitor your progress. So why not aspire to be the best
version of yourself as a practitioner, a teacher and a human being?
Course content
The Basics
The course consist of modules with slightly different focuses:
Through these modules you will learn the tools of Yoga, get a good understanding of anatomy and
learn the history and philosophy of Yoga.
Course content:
• Mysore self practice and Master classes
• The history and philosophy of yoga, lectures and discussions
• Chanting and Pranayama
• Anatomy and Physiology how to apply anatomic principles in your teaching.
• Embodying yogic wisdom through daily meditation sadhana.
• Teaching technique and class management
• Course materials: anatomy book, course manual and online content
Course dates and Location
Course dates: march 1st- 28th Location: Vajra Yogalaya Bakhundole, Kathmandu
Participation and course requirements:
In order to graduate with a diploma from this course, 100% participation is required. If you miss
sessions, you must arrange with your course teachers for make up sessions. You are expected to
engage with the course material throughout the duration of the course. By the end of the course you
must have completed the assigned parts of the home study and completed the written assignments
and quizzes related to it. You are also expected to engage in a daily meditation and contemplation
practice, such as Loving Kindness or Calm Abiding meditation, throughout the course.
Credits:
This course is Yoga Alliance (YA) registered. If you have further inquiries about the course, do not
hesitate to contact me and I`ll do our best to answer your questions!
Investment
The price for this course is $ 2500* which must be paid fully in advance and at least one month
prior to the course starting date.
A reduced rate $ 2000 is given to Nepali and SAARC students
You secure your place on this course only by submitting the registration fee of $ 300.
All registrations must be submitted before December 1st 2025
How to apply: Send us and email through the link below, and we will send you the signup details by
email. Looking forward to hearing from you!
