Pranamaya Yoga Studio Thamel
Pranamaya Yoga Studio Thamel
Pranamaya Yoga Studio Thamel
4.5
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We offer daily yoga classes and regular yoga workshops in our yoga studio in Thamel. All classes are suitable for beginners. Pre-registering for classes is not necessary, just come to the class of your choice 20mins before it starts. You can find the class schedule and information about the different classes on our website. We provide clean yoga mats at no charge.
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Jara v
The Netherlands57 contributions
Nov 2014 • Solo
Relaxed environment in this new and clean studio. Welcoming attitude and mats are free of charge. 700rs for a dropinn class. Really worth it
Written November 23, 2014
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LanaJepp
Seoul, South Korea45 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
A very clean studio with a fresh, modern vibe. My husband and I both really loved the 1.5 hour class and would love to return next time we’re in Kathmandu.
Written March 12, 2020
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Thank you for your feedback. We always aim to provide good services and authentic teachings to our yoga students. We welcome to all yoga lovers, yoga practitioners and even total beginners to try and experience our yoga classes offered by our international teaching faculty.
Written March 13, 2020
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Margor_j
Dehradun, India44 contributions
Mar 2019 • Solo
I bought a weeks unlimited pass for 2500 R and just renewed it today. Like everyone else has said, nice clean studio, bright an airy.. it can get full quickly, so go early!
I have loved all the teachers, definitely no complaints and i have soft spots for Bhuwan and Ramesh.. but all the teachers are great. I see the negative comments re Chrissie, iv done her classes. and I had a smile to myself last week listening to how she spoke to some students, but i have no issue with it, shes certainly not offensive or unprofessional! Chill, youre there to do yoga! Youll be ok with her!
I would personally more of a choice than predominantly hatha flow, but i can deal with what is. Oh, and Elianes yin yoga is great too!
:)
I have loved all the teachers, definitely no complaints and i have soft spots for Bhuwan and Ramesh.. but all the teachers are great. I see the negative comments re Chrissie, iv done her classes. and I had a smile to myself last week listening to how she spoke to some students, but i have no issue with it, shes certainly not offensive or unprofessional! Chill, youre there to do yoga! Youll be ok with her!
I would personally more of a choice than predominantly hatha flow, but i can deal with what is. Oh, and Elianes yin yoga is great too!
:)
Written March 17, 2019
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Dear Margor,
Thank you so much for taking your time and writing this review!
We are happy to hear you have enjoyed classes at Pranamaya Yoga in Thamel
&
We are definitely looking forward to welcome you back whenever you return to Kathmandu!
With warm wishes,
Kristine
Written May 27, 2019
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Lolly L
Phuket, Thailand137 contributions
Sep 2016 • Solo
The studio is absolutely lovely but the teacher threw me off a little. While the space is clean, bright, full of all the equipment you need and accommodating to a full room. The teacher was bossy and loud and unfriendly. She was sarcastic, made snippy remarks, and would get audibly upset if you were even 0.0003 seconds ahead of anyone else. Yoga is not about doing everything at the same time as everyone else, yes it is about a guided practise but if you move a moment before you are told, you shouldn't be chastised and yelled at, that's my opinion, ESPECIALLY when it comes to yoga. Always find it very ironic when a yoga teacher is so uptight, haha. Another weird thing is a woman arrived a few minutes late, and didn't speak great English, and the woman basically told her "this isn't the place for you" after the woman said she wants to practise some yoga..... really was absurd for her to just tell her to go away like that. Made no sense to me but definitely aliens with her rigid personality otherwise. Anyhow, it was a good class that left me feeling stretched and well but it was definitely a beginner class that did not challenge me too much and positions were held for quite a long time while the teacher would repeat herself 5-10 times
Written September 24, 2016
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Space D
6 contributions
Sep 2016 • Solo
The studio itself is beautiful. Clean. Simple. Wooden panels and equipped with everything you might need for your practise. The teacher is a little pushy and sometimes continues to repeat herself and is very bossy. In America, yoga is to each their own, and if you are aware of the next position then you may move into at your own pace. The teacher was very pushy and would almost get angry if you even just moved 2 seconds ahead. It was a little ridiculous and as a yoga teacher she should be more understanding that everyone is at a different level and by being bossy and snappy she is almost ruining the feeling of the practise. It was a great class and I did feel the stretches and the flow was efficient and I WOULD return but my opinion of the teacher would not change. I do like being adjusted and told how to fix my posture, which the teacher did and that was invited and accepted. What was not invited was her nearly shouting "YOU NEED TO LISTEN. LISTEN CAREFULLY. NOPE. DO NOT DO THAT. WAIT UNTIL I SAY SO. LISTEN" ....just very unnecessary to portray such controlling demands in a yoga class, there is much nicer ways to say all of the things she said and she can speak in a much quieter tone. At the end of the day, nobody was going more than 1 stretch ahead of anyone, and yoga is different for everyone, so no matter what, the teacher should be much less bossy. Of course it is a class and we should all follow the class but if someone is 1 or 2 seconds ahead of another class member then so be it! Yoga is about peace, inner strength, growth, breathing, patience, not about being completely synchronized with the bossy lady in the room.
Written September 24, 2016
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Rose R
12 contributions
Mar 2015
I droped in a few Yoga classes last year. Dynamic Hatha and Universal Yoga by/with Nata - she is great! It's a clean und friendly studio. Only the traffic jam you can hear from outside is sometimes a bit noisy and disturbing. But that's why we practice Yoga, to center ourselves and to be able to ignore voices from the outside :-p
Written February 9, 2016
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We are glad you enjoyed your visit to Pranamaya Yoga Studio! Hope to see you again.
Written April 3, 2016
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R h
Kathmandu, Nepal1 contribution
Nov 2015 • Solo
I recently spent three days on a yoga retreat with Pranamaya Yoga. I can honestly say that it was the most wonderful 3 days you could wish for. Set in the beautiful Neydo Tashi Choling Monastery, outside of the city, it offered the perfect escape. The teaching was inspiring and we learned so much about the practice of yoga. Great people and delicious food at the hotel - I would 100% recommend this to anyone. Thank you !
Written November 20, 2015
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Thank you for your wonderful review! We are very glad that you enjoyed your time with us!
Written April 3, 2016
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Amy D
New Delhi, India21 contributions
Feb 2015 • Friends
I've attended their dynamic hatha, hatha, elemental, singing bowl, ashtanga, and vinyasa flow classes and they have all been top-notch. Daniel, rupiah, Annie, and Emily all brought impressive expertise and deliver the calming, steadying and slightly challenging qualities I admire in a yoga instructor. As a teacher myself, I feel I've gained something from each of their classes. Highly recommend this studio, especially if you're looking to hit the reset button at any point during your stay (or need a good restorative session after an intense trek or day exploring the city).
Written February 7, 2015
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We agree with you about our top-notch teachers! Thank you for your review. Much appreciated.
Written April 3, 2016
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achaysay
New York City, NY61 contributions
Dec 2014 • Solo
i really enjoyed practicing at the studio in Thamel. I was there for the month so bought that unlimited package, which is really reasonable. The "per class" price is quite high though so something to take into consideration, as taking one class a day for a week or two classes a day for a month are basically the same price.
but the teachers are really mindful and lovely. its a huge turnoff to me when yoga instructors act like personal trainers and are more concerned with calorie burning and such than a thoughtful practice. EVERY teacher i had at Pranamaya which was 6 or 7 were incredibly mindful in their instructions and CONSTANTLY called attention to the need to not over extend or exert yourself.
I became close with some of the instructors there and are even reconnecting with one when both in india. A really good community, I highly recommend.
but the teachers are really mindful and lovely. its a huge turnoff to me when yoga instructors act like personal trainers and are more concerned with calorie burning and such than a thoughtful practice. EVERY teacher i had at Pranamaya which was 6 or 7 were incredibly mindful in their instructions and CONSTANTLY called attention to the need to not over extend or exert yourself.
I became close with some of the instructors there and are even reconnecting with one when both in india. A really good community, I highly recommend.
Written February 4, 2015
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
Written April 3, 2016
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mercedesc14
Barcelona, Spain28 contributions
May 2014 • Business
The yoga teachers are the best. Premises really clean and comforting... Retreats. Get to know these people.. you will not regret it.ts arranged
Written January 21, 2015
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Thank you for your review!
Written April 3, 2016
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kayi l
New York City, NY11 contributions
Does anyone know the pace of the Hatha yoga?
Anne-Marie R
11 contributions
It was quite slow but the instructor tailored to different levels. I am quite experience and my partner very new and we both enjoyed it.
does anyone know the name of the pushy teacher in the reviews above...as a beginner i couldnt handle that and would want to sighn up for different classes than with her
Willemijn v
Lisbon, Portugal2 contributions
Yes, her name is Chrissie.
Elyse D
Melbourne, Australia750 contributions
Does anyone know the cost per class? Thanks
Willemijn v
Lisbon, Portugal2 contributions
700 Nrs
feeanddee
scotland108 contributions
I am visiting Kathmandu mid February for a month and I want to reboot mind body and soul. . I used to do Pilates (mat) and loved how it made me feel but can only find stuff about yoga - which I am scared of as my balance is terrible and I prefer to be on the floor!
Let me know if you think of a Pilates based programme for me
Willemijn v
Lisbon, Portugal2 contributions
Unfortunately the studio does not have Pilatus. Don't be scared though, anybody can do yoga. It's not about being good at it :)
Chiara M
Milan, Italy142 contributions
Hello, I am trying to go on your website but it does not work. ?I'll be in Kathmandu valley around 11th April. Are there any retreat or schedules for classes? I'm a beginner intersted in yoga and meditation.
Thank you!
Chiara
Pranamaya Yoga Studio
Kathmandu, Nepal20 contributions
Hi Chiara,
Thank you for your interest in Pranamaya yoga. We had a small problem with the website but it is working again now. We have weekly 3-day yoga retreats starting in March and running until mid May. And we have daily classes, the April schedule will be posted on the website the end of March.
Safe journey to Nepal and we look forward to meeting you at Pranamaya
Sam
Pranamaya yoga
