Category: 300hr retreat module

Kids Yoga teacher training Boulder Colorado

This course (for adults) is designed for anyone who wants to learn to teach kids yoga. Taking place over 2 weekends, the Yoga Academy International Children’s Yoga Teacher Training covers extensive materials in yoga, including postures, meditation, breathing practices, music, philosophy and delivers them in a way that is comprehensible and fun for children. 

KIDS YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

Boulder, Colorado

2 weekends:
January  10-12, & 24-26, 2025

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Get certified by one of the world's top yoga schools

ABOUT THE TRAINING...

Bring mindfulness and yoga to kids in a practical and non-denominational way and to teach a full children’s yoga class. Get your kids yoga certification!

This course (for adults) is designed for anyone who wants to learn to teach kids yoga. Taking place over 2 weekends, the Yoga Academy International Children’s Yoga Teacher Training covers extensive materials in yoga, including postures, meditation, breathing practices, music, philosophy and delivers them in a way that is comprehensible and fun for children. 

Bring out the child in you as you become a certified children’s yoga teacher!

 

Lighthearted! Up-beat! Full of laughs!

I STILL CAN’T HELP BUT BE FILLED WITH SO MUCH GRATITUDE, LOVE AND HAPPINESS. LAUREN RUDICK BROUGHT TOGETHER A NEW FAMILY THROUGH HER YOGA TEACHINGS AND JOYOUS LIGHT AND OPENNESS AS A PERSON. I’M SO GLAD TO HAVE MET AND LEARNED FROM HER. I’M SO GLAD TO HAVE LEARNED FROM EVERY SINGLE PERSON I MET THERE. SO MANY LAUGHS AND GOOD TIMES. WHAT AN AMAZING WEEK. I LEFT WITH A NEW OUTLOOK. I FEEL REFRESHED AND FOCUSED ON WHAT I WANT IN LIFE. -CHELSEA HORVAT
Chelsea Horvath
USA

Who is this course for?

This course is NOT just for yoga teachers. Elementary school teachers, camp counsellors, grandparents, anyone who works with kids or wants to learn to bring mindfulness to them can benefit from this children’s yoga teacher training! We’ve had many grandparents, dance teachers and school teachers complete this program.  

In taking this course yoga teachers will earn 60hrs of continuing education (CE) credits with Yoga Alliance AND it is one of the modules of Yoga Academy International’s 300hr teacher training. 

Add a Children’s yoga certification to your teaching tool kit!

Who is it for?

Yoga teachers

Elementary school teachers

Grandparents

Camp counsellors

What you'll learn

Curriculum

This course will touch on:

  • Yoga History and Philosophy and how to gear it toward children
  • The 8 limbs of yoga and how to discuss them with children
  • Introducing children to Pranayama (yogic breath work)
  • Teaching Children to meditate
  • Incorporating meditation techniques into the classroom
  • Yoga asana (poses) for children
  • Story telling through yoga
  • Music and Mantra
  • Designing and sequencing children’s yoga classes
  • Fun yoga-themed activities for off the mat

8 modules

1

INTRODUCTION
Course overview
Why is yoga beneficial for children?
Different ways to incorporate kids yoga into different settings

2

CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Child development theories
Developmental milestones
What children can do cognitively and physically at different ages

3

YOGA PHILOSOPHY 
8 limbs of yoga overview
How to introduce complicated yoga philosophy to kids in fun and digestible ways

4

MEDITATION
Teaching kids to meditate
Different meditation techniques for kids of different ages

5

BREATHING
Pranayama- what is it? Why do we need to teach kids to breathe? Breathing techniques for kids, breathing games for kids

6

KIRTAN
Yoga music for kids
Song and dances to teach kids that incorporate yoga concepts

7

DESIGNING KIDS YOGA CLASSES
Sequencing kids yoga classes
Yoga games for kids
designing different classes for different ages

8

PRACTICE TEACHING
Create your very own kids yoga class and practice it with our group! Choose the ages you want to teach to and get supportive feedback right away.

Course Schedule & location:

How it all works...

This course is happening in an old elementary school, turned community center, complete with its own yoga studio! How cool is that? So fitting for a children’s yoga training! 

This course is happening over two weekends:

January 10-12, 2025 and January  24 – 26, 2025  
Little Yoga Studio, Boulder CO

Participants are required to attend all sessions in order to complete the course. 

The course schedule is as follows: 

  • Fridays 6 – 9pm
  • Saturdays 10am-2pm & 4-7pm 
  • Sundays 11am – 3pm

The 2-hour lunch break should give you enough time to go home, run errands, meet your friend for a coffee or do whatever weekend stuff you have going on! 

Price & Certification

Accreditation & Tuition

Yoga Academy International is a recognized and registered yoga school with Yoga Alliance. When you graduate our course you will be a certified children’s yoga teacher. 

For those who have already graduated from a registered 200hr yoga teacher training program, this course counts as 1 module of Yoga Academy International’s 300hr YTT AND 60hrs of continuing education (CE) credits. On completion of 5 modules of our 300hr yoga teacher training, you can register as RYT-500 with Yoga Alliance. 

Kids Yoga Teacher Training

★ Full-length kids yoga classes
★ Full Children’s yoga teacher training course
★ Course manual
★ Personal feedback and support
★ The most fun & belly laughs you’ve ever had doing yoga
★ Certification diploma on completion

$750

$550*

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*earlybird rate: save $200 when you sign up before November 30th, 2024!

Meet your instructor

Lauren Rudick

Lead teacher and founder of Yoga Academy International, Lauren is a globally celebrated yoga instructor. She has been teaching yoga for over a decade and comes from a variety of lineages and traditions. Lauren’s has lead yoga retreats and workshops in over 2-dozen countries and continues to study with world-class  instructors whenever possible. Lauren has been featured in loads of publications including Women’s health Magazine, YogiTimes, Optymyz, Get Out There Magazine, as well as on countless podcasts and newspaper articles. Lauren has solid roots in Iyengar based Hatha yoga with continued studies in Vinyasa flow, Anusara, Ashtanga, Restorative, Bhakti and Yin Yoga. She is inspired by teachers who tell stories. She has studied under Seane Corn, Chris Chavez, MC Yogi, Susan Cohen, Mercy Ananda, Nancy Goodfellow and many others. Lauren is passionate about sharing yoga from an authentic and soulful point of view. She believes that yoga practice can help uncover the veils that hide us from achieving our full potential. 

Lauren is E-RYT 500 & YACEP registered with Yoga Alliance. 

What our students say...

NOT JUST AN AVERAGE YOGA TRAINING; IT WAS AN ENRICHING LIFE EXPERIENCE. I LEARNED SO MUCH ABOUT THE MANY ASPECTS OF YOGA AND MEDITATION. AS WELL AS MORE ABOUT MYSELF. I RECEIVED THE TOOLS TO LEAD A MORE EMPOWERED AND CONSCIOUS LIFE. THE GENUINE LOVE, GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT FROM THE SKILLED INSTRUCTORS AND MY FELLOW STUDENTS WAS APPARENT ON A DAILY BASIS AND SO APPRECIATED. I ENJOYED EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS COMPREHENSIVE AND WELL-PLANNED PROGRAM. GREAT VARIETY OF KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND LASTING FRIENDSHIPS. I’M FOREVER GRATEFUL.
MS
Sweden
WHAT AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE! THE QUALITY OF THE TEACHING AND EDUCATION WAS TRULY FANTASTIC. THE STAFF ALONG WITH ALL OF THE EXPERT GUEST SPEAKERS WERE SUPER SUPPORTIVE AND KNOWLEDGEABLE. I FEEL WELL EQUIPPED AND EXCITED TO GO OUT INTO THE WORLD AND SHARE WHAT I HAVE LEARNED. I ESPECIALLY LOVED THAT WE WERE ENCOURAGED TO EMBRACE OUR OWN STYLE OF TEACHING. THE STUNNING AND MAGICAL LOCATION WAS THE CHERRY ON TOP!
Sonya H
Australia
TEACHER TRAINING WITH YOGA ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL IS AN AMAZING AND POWERFUL EXPERIENCE. THERE ARE THE IMMEDIATE BENEFITS YOU EXPERIENCE WHILE IN TEACHER TRAINNG AND THEN THERE ARE THE BENEFITS WHEN YOU RETURN HOME AND INTEGRATE ALL THE INFORMATION AND EXPERIENCES.
Hari Khalsa
USA
PLEASE NOTE: This course is non-refundable. There are no exceptions.

Chakra-Vinyasa YTT in Tulum

Our chakra-vinyasa yoga retreat and training is a deep and soulful journey into the chakra system. Rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul in a beautiful, private setting. Cenotes, bonfires, sound healing and so much more…

Chakra Vinyasa Yoga Retreat &
Teacher Training

In Tulum, Mexico

September 14 – 21, 2025

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The experience

About the training:


Highlights:

 
  • Small intimate group size
  • Gorgeous & private luxury yoga retreat
  • A practical deep dive into the chakras
  • Highest standard of yoga education globally
  • A cultural AND soulful experience
 

Our chakra-vinyasa yoga retreat is a deep and soulful journey into the chakra system. Our exclusive chakra-vinyasa yoga retreat is all about rejuvenating your mind, body, and soul in a beautiful, private setting. It’s the perfect escape to dive into yoga, relax, and soak up the stunning surroundings of the Yucatán Peninsula. This is an immersive 60hr training  for yoga practitioners AND yoga teachers who want to go deeper into their own understanding of yoga, physical practice, and the mind-body connection. We want to give you a rejuvenating retreat-style experience interwoven with an upstanding yoga education. 

More than just a getaway, this program is part of your 300hr yoga teaching certification. Perfect for yoga teachers and dedicated practitioners. Our instructors, with over 20 years of experience, will lead you through daily chakra-vinyasa yoga flows and philosophical discussions. You’ll leave feeling inspired, empowered, and more connected to your practice.

This training is one of the elective modules of our advanced 300hr yoga teaching certification. In taking this training you will gain 60hrs toward your 500hr certification registered with the international yoga alliance.

You can choose to enjoy this as simply a yoga retreat, enjoying all yoga practices and add-on activities but not partake in the course lectures.

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I STILL CAN’T HELP BUT BE FILLED WITH SO MUCH GRATITUDE, LOVE AND HAPPINESS. LAUREN RUDICK BROUGHT TOGETHER A NEW FAMILY THROUGH HER YOGA TEACHINGS AND JOYOUS LIGHT AND OPENNESS AS A PERSON. I’M SO GLAD TO HAVE MET AND LEARNED FROM HER. I’M SO GLAD TO HAVE LEARNED FROM EVERY SINGLE PERSON I MET THERE. SO MANY LAUGHS AND GOOD TIMES. WHAT AN AMAZING WEEK. I LEFT WITH A NEW OUTLOOK. I FEEL REFRESHED AND FOCUSED ON WHAT I WANT IN LIFE. -CHELSEA HORVAT
Chelsea Horvath
USA

What is Chakra-Vinyasa Yoga?

Chakra-Vinyasa Yoga merges the principles of the chakra system with the dynamic and flowing movements of vinyasa yoga. The chakra system consists of seven major energy centers in the body, each linked to different physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of our lives.

In Chakra-Vinyasa Yoga, we match specific vinyasa sequences with the energy and themes of each chakra. Each practices focuses on a particular chakra, using yoga poses and flows that stimulate and balance that energy center. For example, grounding poses like Mountain Pose and Warrior Poses are used for the Root Chakra to help you feel stable and safe.

In addition to the thematic poses and sequences, Chakra-Vinyasa Yoga incorporates breathing exercises and meditation techniques aligned with the chakra being focused on. Chakra-Vinyasa Yoga offers a holistic and transformative practice. Through the integration of movement, breath, and intention, Chakra-Vinyasa Yoga supports balance, awareness, and harmony both on and off the mat. By aligning and activating your body’s energy centers, Chakra-Vinyasa Yoga offers wonderful healing tools to help you connect more deeply with yourself and the world around you.

chakra yoga teacher training

The program

Schedule and more..

Tulum is known for its instagrammable cafes and gorgeous beaches. But it is also considered one of the sacred energy centers of the earth. It is for this reason that we’ve this area for our Luxury Chakra Yoga teacher training and yoga retreat. While this course is an intensive teacher training, we’ve made sure to schedule in plenty of break time so you can relax, rest and explore your surroundings. If you’re joining for just the yoga retreat, you are welcome to participate in any yoga classes and evening activities that you like! The training theory and workshops you’ll sit out.  

SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE​

  • 7 – 8:30am chakra-themed yoga flow
  • 8:30 – 9am meditation/mindfulness exercises
  • 9 – 10:30am Breakfast break
  • 10:30am – 1pm Chakra Vinyasa Yoga Theory
  • 1:00 – 4:00pm Lunch Break
  • 4 – 6:00pm Workshops, discussion, practice teaching, mindful communication skills
  • 6 – 7:30pm Dinner break
  • 7:30 – 9:00pm evening satsang (Q&A, philosophy chats, dance parties and more!)

Each morning will start off with a chakra-themed vinyasa style yoga flow class followed by meditation. Then we take a break for breakfast. Afterward you will learn Chakra-Vinyasa yoga theory. A lunch break follows with ample time to chill out, enjoy the beautiful grounds of the property, or maybe even take a quick outing to check out some sites or go for a hike.

After lunch we continue the course with workshops, discussions, and more. In the evenings we will break for sunset and after dinner we will enjoy evening philosophy, Q&A time or just hanging out. 

What you'll learn:

This program is full of PRACTICAL but transformative tools that you can use in your personal yoga practice or yoga teaching. It is deep but not out there. It is down to earth with just enough woo woo. 

This Chakra-Vinyasa yoga teacher training will touch on:

  • History and origins of the chakra system
  • How to understand chakras from a Western perspective
  • Where Chakras meet science
  • How the chakras can help us better understand ourselves- mind, body and spirit
  • Mantras to awaken each chakra
  • Hindu deities and their stories as they relate to the theme of each of the seven chakras
  • Yoga Asana that calm, balance and stimulate each chakra
  • How to sequence yoga asana classes for the chakras
  • Rituals and practices to get in touch with your system, chakra by chakra

A yoga retreat like no other...

UNIQUE CULTURAL EXPERIENCES​

Experience the rich culture of the Yucatán Peninsula with ceremonies and adventures that we’ve included in this program. Take part in a traditional Mayan cacao ceremony, a heart-opening ritual that fosters healing and connection. Experience a sacred temazcal ceremony, guided by experienced shamans who will lead you through this powerful, transformative ritual. Refresh your spirit in the mystical cenotes, natural underground pools that offer a serene and spiritual dip into ancient waters.

A Retreat for Profound Transformation

This retreat is a perfect blend of relaxation and deep spiritual connection, designed for those seeking more peace and healing. We’ll offer you so many tools from profound journaling sessions, guided meditations, healing techniques, and more to give you practical takeaways that you can incorporate into your life once you leave the retreat. 

Location

We’ve really outdone ourselves with this one… Nestled amidst the serene beauty of Xpu Ha beach and the Mayan jungle, Our private yoga retreat center emerges as a hidden gem just a stone’s throw away from the vibrant Playa del Carmen & Tulum. Designed as a wellness sanctuary it is truly a healing space. As you step onto the jungly paths of our yoga retreat center near Tulum, you’ll find yourself transported to a world of tranquility and seclusion, making this the perfect canvas for a deep and spiritual yoga retreat. 

Our spot blends modern sophistication with a wabi-sabi design style. The property also features an in-ground trampoline, swings, and aerial silks, plus a Pickleball and basketball court… and we have it all to ourselves!  

Beyond the villa’s confines, the captivating wonders of Xpu Ha and its surroundings await your exploration. Dive into the enchanting cenotes, soak in the vibrant energy of Playa del Carmen, or embark on a journey to the ancient ruins of Tulum. Whether you seek adventure or tranquility, Onze is the perfect starting point for your chakra-vinyasa yoga experience in Mexico!

GETTING HERE: Fly into Cancun airport and we’ll help you make your way to us. You’ll get more arrival information once you sign up!

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Meet your teachers

faculty

To guide you through your chakra-vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training journey, we’ve handpicked the following Yoga Academy International faculty members to guide you from their heart and passions. 

Lead teacher and founder of Yoga Academy International, Lauren is a globally celebrated yoga instructor. She has been teaching yoga for over a decade and comes from a variety of lineages and traditions. Lauren’s has lead yoga retreats and workshops in over 2-dozen countries and continues to study with world-class  instructors whenever possible. Lauren has been featured in loads of publications including Women’s health Magazine, YogiTimes, Optymyz, Get Out There Magazine, as well as on countless podcasts and newspaper articles. Lauren has solid roots in Iyengar based Hatha yoga with continued studies in Vinyasa flow, Anusara, Ashtanga, Restorative, Bhakti and Yin Yoga. She is inspired by teachers who tell stories. She has studied under Seane Corn, Chris Chavez, MC Yogi, Susan Cohen, Mercy Ananda, Nancy Goodfellow and many others. Lauren is passionate about sharing yoga from an authentic and soulful point of view. She believes that yoga practice can help uncover the veils that hide us from achieving our full potential. 

Lauren is E-RYT 500 & YACEP registered with Yoga Alliance. 

 Hatti Williams is an Astrologer, Sound Healer, Fashionista and Yoga instructor. She completed her 200hr yoga teacher training and Yin Yoga teacher training with Yoga Academy International in Greece. Hatti then went on to study Yoga Nidra and Sound Healing where she learned more about the energetic body and Traditional Chinese Medicine Meridians. 

Hatti has a gift for bringing the mystical to life through her lectures and teachings. She offers a digestible and soulful take on astrology and merges the ancient wisdom of yoga with our understanding of the celestial universe seamlessly. 

 

Lauren will take you through the bulk of the curriculum while Hatti will assist and facilitate. Hatti will provide sound healing, meditations and so much more. 

Costs & Certification

Yoga Academy International is a recognized and registered yoga school with Yoga Alliance. When you graduate our course you will be a certified chakra-vinyasa yoga teacher (non-yoga teachers will not be eligible for a certification). This course also counts as 60hrs toward Yoga Academy International’s 300hr YTT. Learn more about our 300hr YTT here. 

Luxury Chakra-Vinyasa 
Yoga Teacher Training

★ 7-nights at a private, luxury yoga retreat center

★ 3 onsite meals per day

★ Full training course & Manual

★ Mayan Cacao ceremony

★ Traditional Temescal

★ Cenote Experience

…and so much more

$1860+

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What's included:

  • 7 nights at our private, luxury yoga retreat spot
  • All onsite meals
  • Daily guided Asana and Meditation practice
  • Full Chakra-Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training
  • Sound bath
  • Cenote experience
  • Temescal
  • Traditional Mayan Cacao Ceremony
  • A safe, sacred space for you to grow in to the most authentic and happy version of yourself
  • Mentorship and personalized guidance
  • Chakra-Vinyasa yoga manual
 
Get in touch with us about this training
This trip was an amazing experience, both to learn so much about yoga and about myself, as well as to connect with other like-minded people in such a beautiful place. I loved the structure of the program, as well as its close, intimate size in which everyone got to know each other on a deeper level. It was definitely a lot of work, both physically and mentally, but I feel so much stronger and self-confident coming out of it. This YTT experience was transformative, challenging, and allowed me to see the practice and lifestyle of yoga in a new light. The food was also incredible! I am definitely going to hold this trip close to my heart for a long time.
Nikki Symanovich
USA
I loved the atmosphere that Lauren and the whole Yoga Academy team created! It's so amazing to do yoga, meditate, chant and focus on the chakras. We've learned a lot about the chakras and about ourselves. The location is absolutely perfect! Right on the beach with good surf. Really recommended!
Sanne Hoffman
Holland
NOT JUST AN AVERAGE YOGA TRAINING; IT WAS AN ENRICHING LIFE EXPERIENCE. I LEARNED SO MUCH ABOUT THE MANY ASPECTS OF YOGA AND MEDITATION. AS WELL AS MORE ABOUT MYSELF. I RECEIVED THE TOOLS TO LEAD A MORE EMPOWERED AND CONSCIOUS LIFE. THE GENUINE LOVE, GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT FROM THE SKILLED INSTRUCTORS AND MY FELLOW STUDENTS WAS APPARENT ON A DAILY BASIS AND SO APPRECIATED. I ENJOYED EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS COMPREHENSIVE AND WELL-PLANNED PROGRAM. GREAT VARIETY OF KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND LASTING FRIENDSHIPS. I’M FOREVER GRATEFUL.
MS
Sweden
WHAT AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE! THE QUALITY OF THE TEACHING AND EDUCATION WAS TRULY FANTASTIC. THE STAFF ALONG WITH ALL OF THE EXPERT GUEST SPEAKERS WERE SUPER SUPPORTIVE AND KNOWLEDGEABLE. I FEEL WELL EQUIPPED AND EXCITED TO GO OUT INTO THE WORLD AND SHARE WHAT I HAVE LEARNED. I ESPECIALLY LOVED THAT WE WERE ENCOURAGED TO EMBRACE OUR OWN STYLE OF TEACHING. THE STUNNING AND MAGICAL LOCATION WAS THE CHERRY ON TOP!
Sonya H
Australia
I feel very lucky to have stumbled on to the gift of this practice, and I love that now I get to introduce it to others. I get to encourage the uncovering and discovering that inevitably comes along with it, not only during the asanas, but during those unexpected quiet moments of stillness…those golden moments where you find yourself going inward, and you find yourself. I’m SO excited to continue being a student of yoga…to continue being a teacher of yoga…to keep moving on this path
JulieAnn Delude
USA
PLEASE NOTE: A NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN THE PROGRAM. A 50% BALANCE OF PAYMENT IS DUE 30-DAYS PRIOR TO THE START DATE OF THE TRAINING. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS DUE 10-DAYS PRIOR TO THE START DATE OF THE YOGA TEACHER TRAINING. A FULL REFUND, MINUS THE DEPOSIT FEE WILL BE OFFERED FOR CANCELLATIONS MADE MORE THAN 60-DAYS PRIOR TO THE START DATE OF THE TRAINING. CANCELLATIONS OF LESS THAN 60-DAYS ADVANCED NOTICE WILL BE REFUNDED 50% OF THE TEACHER TRAINING PRICE. REFUNDS WILL NOT BE OFFERED ON CANCELLATIONS MADE LESS THAN 30-DAYS IN ADVANCE. REFUNDS WILL NOT BE OFFERED ON DISCOUNTED RATES.

Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Morocco

Our most popular experience! You will be treated like royalty (but in a totally non-fussy or pretentious way). The Yoga Academy International team will guide you as you dive more profoundly in to your yoga practice and teaching. 

Luxury Yoga retreat
& Yin Yoga 
Teacher Training

in Marrakech, Morocco

June 1-7, 2025

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About the Experience...

Our most popular experience! You will be treated like royalty (but in a totally non-fussy or pretentious way). Pamper yourself in luxury as we enter into the receptivity and acceptance of the practice of yin yoga. The Yoga Academy International team will guide you as you dive more profoundly in to your yoga practice and teaching. We want to give you a rejuvenating retreat-style experience interwoven with an upstanding yoga education. 


Highlights:

  • Daily guided yoga & meditation practice
  • Completely private luxury retreat centre
  • All breakfasts and 3 dinners included
  • Henna party
  • Luxurious spa experience
  • Open to all levels
  • Small class size
  • A retreat style training experience
  • Internationally recognized yin yoga certification

 

Curious about a softer, more rejuvenating style of yoga? Try Yin Yoga! This Morocco luxury Yin Yoga training experience is for yoga practitioners and yoga teachers who want to deepen their practice and learn more about Yin Yoga. You do not have to be a yoga teacher to participate! Yoga teachers and non-teachers are all welcome! But if you are a yoga teacher, you will receive a yin yoga teaching certification on completion of the course. The intensive yoga teacher training program will be woven in throughout the day and you will have ample opportunity to relax and enjoy the decadence of Marrakech, Morocco. 

Don’t want to do a full Yin Yoga Teacher Training BUT still want to enjoy a luxury yoga retreat in Marrakech, Morocco? YOU CAN!! Click here for more info about the yoga retreat experience.

This training is also one of the elective modules of our advanced 300hr yoga teaching certification. In taking this training you will gain 60hrs toward your 500hr certification registered with the international yoga alliance.

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Treat yourself to the love you deserve!

This was amazing, once-in-a-lifetime experience! Everything was outstanding and exceeded my expectations: location, food, training itself, but, most of all, people. Lauren is an incredible leader and teacher, it was such a privilege to learn from her. Hatti is a very talented and gentle human being, Chris, Juli and the whole team at Peacock Pavilions were extremely kind and hospitable, they made me feel at home. The venue is beautiful, created and maintained with respect to nature, authenticity and attention to details. I enjoyed every minute of being there. I also loved that the group was small enough for us to feel like a family, where everyone had a voice and felt safe to have deep intimate conversations. I left feeling inspired, pampered, grateful and will be looking forward for my next adventure with Lauren and her team.
Tanya K.
Greece

How it works...

Schedule and more...

While this course is an intensive teacher yin yoga teacher training, we’ve made sure to schedule in plenty of break time so you can relax, rest and explore Morocco. If you’re joining for just the yoga retreat, you are welcome to participate in any yoga classes and evening activities that you like! The training theory and workshops you’ll sit out. 

Sample Daily Schedule

  • 7:30 – 8:45am morning flow
  • 8:45 – 9am mindfulness practice
  • 9 – 10:30am Breakfast break
  • 10:30am – 1pm Yin Yoga Theory
  • 1pm – 4:30pm Lunch Break
  • 4:30pm – 6:30pm Workshops
  • 6:30pm – 8:30pm Sunset & Dinner 
  • 8:30pm – 9:30pm evening satsang 

Each morning begins with a yoga flow class followed by meditation. Then we break for breakfast (included). Afterward you will learn Yin Yoga Theory. A lunch break follows with ample time to chill out, enjoy the beautiful grounds of the property, or maybe even take a short outing to check out some sites in Marrakech or go shopping in the souks. 

After lunch we continue the course with workshops, discussions, and sometimes practice teaching. In the evenings we will break for sunset and dinner. Some nights we’ll offer Yoga Nidra or candlelit meditations before bed. We also plan to take you out for a special dinner one evening!

What you will learn:

Curriculum

This program will effectively teach you how to lead your own Yin Yoga classes. We will talk about sequencing, how to use all the yin yoga props, as well as how to teach and practice without props and creating a safe space for yin yoga. 

We will touch on the 12 meridians and 5 elements of Chinese Traditional Medicine, a key component of the yin practice. You’ll learn the anatomy of yin yoga, including safe stretching, fascia and more. You will learn dozens of yin yoga postures, variations and modifications. 

We will also talk about themes and philosophies of yin yoga. You’ll learn about moon cycles and how to teach yin yoga in accordance with them. We will also place an emphasis on personal experience and individual style. You’ll learn how to create yin yoga classes that are unique to you. 

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Curriculum

  • History and origins of yin yoga
  • Anatomy of yin and the mayofacial system
  • Chinese meridians & elements
  • Where yin yoga and science meet
  • How to sequence yin yoga classes
  • How to create a safe space for yin
  • Moon cycles, lunar energy and yin yoga
  • How to effectively use props

Location:

Peacock Pavillions is a world-famous luxury yoga retreat centre. Located just outside of Marrakech, Morocco.  Our private haven is the perfect setting for you to totally relax and unwind! You’ll get to take in the tastes and design of Morocco in luxury and style.

GETTING HERE: Peacock Pavillions is located 30-minutes from the Marrakech airport. Fly in to Marrakech and Peacock Pavillions will arrange your transfers to and from the airport. 

Meet your teachers

faculty

To guide you through your Yin Yoga Teacher Training journey, we’ve handpicked the following Yoga Academy International faculty members to guide you from their heart and passions. 

Lead teacher and founder of Yoga Academy International, Lauren is a globally celebrated yoga instructor. She has been teaching yoga for over a decade and comes from a variety of lineages and traditions. Lauren’s has lead yoga retreats and workshops in over 2-dozen countries and continues to study with world-class  instructors whenever possible. Lauren has been featured in loads of publications including Women’s health Magazine, YogiTimes, Optymyz, Get Out There Magazine, as well as on countless podcasts and newspaper articles. Lauren has solid roots in Iyengar based Hatha yoga with continued studies in Vinyasa flow, Anusara, Ashtanga, Restorative, Bhakti and Yin Yoga. She is inspired by teachers who tell stories. She has studied under Seane Corn, Chris Chavez, MC Yogi, Susan Cohen, Mercy Ananda, Nancy Goodfellow and many others. Lauren is passionate about sharing yoga from an authentic and soulful point of view. She believes that yoga practice can help uncover the veils that hide us from achieving our full potential. 

Lauren is E-RYT 500 & YACEP registered with Yoga Alliance. 

 Hatti Williams is an Astrologer, Sound Healer, Fashionista and Yoga instructor. She completed her 200hr yoga teacher training and Yin Yoga teacher training with Yoga Academy International in Greece. Hatti then went on to study Yoga Nidra and Sound Healing where she learned more about the energetic body and Traditional Chinese Medicine Meridians. 

Hatti has a gift for bringing the mystical to life through her lectures and teachings. She offers a digestible and soulful take on astrology and merges the ancient wisdom of yoga with our understanding of the celestial universe seamlessly. 

 

Lauren will take you through sequencing, class structure, healthy stretching, class planning and Theming. Hatti Williams brings her expertise in Astrology to teach you about the moon cycle, moon phases and how to theme your classes with the earth’s astrological cycles. Hatti will also teach about Yoga Nidra and Chinese Traditional medicine. 

Costs & Accreditation

Yoga Academy International is a recognized and registered yoga school with Yoga Alliance. If you are already a registered yoga teacher, you can count these hours as continuing education with Yoga Alliance.

Luxury Yin Yoga Teacher Training

★ 6 nights at our luxury retreat center

★ All breakfasts + 3 dinners

★ Full training course & manual

★ Luxury Spa experience

★ Special graduation party

…and so much more!

$2860

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Payment plans are available! You do not have to pay for the entire trip at once! We’ve broken the experience up into 6-payments. 


What's included:

  • 6-nights luxury stay
  • Airport Transfers *
  • All breakfasts
  • Daily yoga and Meditation practice
  • Full Yin Yoga teacher training course
  • Course manual
  • Amazing dinner parties!
  • Yoga Nidra
  • Moon circle
  • A special graduation and farewell party
  • Mentorship and personalized guidance

* Transfers are from the Marrakech International Airport (RAK) All transfers are arranged and provided by Peacock Pavillions hotel

Cost breakdown:

Why is our price the way it is? 

Support:  

Multiple teachers & Small class sizes: We believe in small group sizes and individual attention. Our teachers are more like personal mentors for you. 

Experience:  

Your lead teacher has been teaching yoga for over 15 years and has led 32 yoga teacher trainings. She has accumulated more than 3000 formal training hours. Your co-teacher has years of experience and trainings in sound healing, Reiki levels 1 & 2, Astrology and Tarot.

Program: 

We are know globally as one of the top rated yoga schools in the world. We have raised the bar and set a new standard for yoga education. In training with us you will be getting a top tier yoga education

Location & Food: 

 

We handpick gorgeous, inspiring and special locations for each and every training. We are obsessed with food! We source local ingredients, use local chefs and at all of your residential yoga teacher trainings, your meals and stay are included.

Why choose Yoga academy international?

Small Class Sizes

 

We prefer an intimate experience where we get to know each and every one of our students and give them the individual attention they deserve. 

We host a maximum of 14-18 students at each training or retreat. 

Many teachers

 

We have at least 4 teachers at EVERY 200hr yoga teacher training. 

We want you to get a variety of perspectives, a diverse education and a wide range of class styles. 

 GORGEOUS locations 


At all of our teacher trainings you will be surrounded by nature and can watch sunset every day (sunset is very important to us). 

You will get to explore your practice in mind, body and spirit while also being immersed in the beauty of the natural world.

 

PROFESSIONAL & HIGH STANDARD OF EDUCATION

 

While demanding, our program truly prepares our students for professional careers in yoga. 

Our students have a very high success rate when they leave us. Many have gone on to open their own studios, lead international yoga retreats, teach at conferences and festivals, open successful coaching businesses and more. 

 

High Return rate

 

70% of our graduates come back for more trainings! We must be doing something right… 

Not only do our students come back for more trainings with us, they often come back and visit during our 200hr programs just to hang out at Yoga Academy again, take our morning flows and be part of our community. 

 

 Commitment to Excellence

 

We love what we do and we are committed to creating the best programs possible. Our teachers are continuously going back to school and taking trainings ourselves. 


GET TO KNOW YOURSELF

 

Even if you don’t plan to teach yoga professionally, take this training FOR YOU. 

We promise that you will learn so much about yourself, your dreams, your goals, your desires and your physical body during this training experience. We believe EVERYONE should take a yoga training like this, simply to better your own life and live each day with more vitality. 

 

Focus on happiness 

and personal growth 

 

We want you to thrive. We want you to find the best of yourself. We will encourage you to live joyfully and we will mentor you every step of the way. 

Other useful information:

We are happy to help you with restaurant recommendations and other activities for you to do on your time off from the retreat. 

Marrakech is relatively inexpensive. You can expect to spend $5-$20 for a meal on your time off. Entrance to museums are around $5.

What’s not included:

  • Your flight to/from Marrakech
  • Lunches
  • Meals and activities on days and nights off
  • Tips for the staff (we recommend about $50-$100 for the week)
  • Gratuities, Alcohol, Souvenirs
 

 

Testimonials

NOT JUST AN AVERAGE YOGA TRAINING; IT WAS AN ENRICHING LIFE EXPERIENCE. I LEARNED SO MUCH ABOUT THE MANY ASPECTS OF YOGA AND MEDITATION. AS WELL AS MORE ABOUT MYSELF. I RECEIVED THE TOOLS TO LEAD A MORE EMPOWERED AND CONSCIOUS LIFE. THE GENUINE LOVE, GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT FROM THE SKILLED INSTRUCTORS AND MY FELLOW STUDENTS WAS APPARENT ON A DAILY BASIS AND SO APPRECIATED. I ENJOYED EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS COMPREHENSIVE AND WELL-PLANNED PROGRAM. GREAT VARIETY OF KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND LASTING FRIENDSHIPS. I’M FOREVER GRATEFUL.
MS
Sweden
WHAT AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE! THE QUALITY OF THE TEACHING AND EDUCATION WAS TRULY FANTASTIC. THE STAFF ALONG WITH ALL OF THE EXPERT GUEST SPEAKERS WERE SUPER SUPPORTIVE AND KNOWLEDGEABLE. I FEEL WELL EQUIPPED AND EXCITED TO GO OUT INTO THE WORLD AND SHARE WHAT I HAVE LEARNED. I ESPECIALLY LOVED THAT WE WERE ENCOURAGED TO EMBRACE OUR OWN STYLE OF TEACHING. THE STUNNING AND MAGICAL LOCATION WAS THE CHERRY ON TOP!
Sonya H
Australia
TEACHER TRAINING WITH YOGA ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL IS AN AMAZING AND POWERFUL EXPERIENCE. THERE ARE THE IMMEDIATE BENEFITS YOU EXPERIENCE WHILE IN TEACHER TRAINNG AND THEN THERE ARE THE BENEFITS WHEN YOU RETURN HOME AND INTEGRATE ALL THE INFORMATION AND EXPERIENCES.
Hari Khalsa
USA

Refund policy:

A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space in this yoga teacher training program. Your initial deposit is not refundable under any circumstances. 

Payment plans are available. The full remaining balance owing of the course is due 21-days prior to the start date of the yoga teacher training program. 

We are only able to refund the original payment method. 

A full refund, minus the deposit fee will be offered for cancellations made more than 60-days prior to the start date of the yoga teacher training program. 

Refunds will not be offered on cancellations made less than 60-days in advance. Refunds will not be given to students who fail to show up for the program for any reason. Refunds are not offered more than 60-days in advance for any reason. 

Once a Yoga Teacher Training Participant arrives to our program location, your space in the program has been accounted for and therefore we cannot offer a refund for any reason. There will be no refunds offered for participants who leave our program after arrival. 

At Yoga Academy International we adhere to a Code of Conduct that we ask our students to follow in order to maintain a safe and loving environment. If a yoga student is in violation of our Code of Conduct and being particularly disruptive during our program (i.e. being rude to other students and staff, inviting guests in to his or her room from outside of the training, bringing drugs or alcohol on to our teacher training property, sexual harassment or sexual violence of any kind) that student may be asked to leave our program. If a yoga teacher training student is asked to leave our program that student will not be offered a refund. 

If a yoga teacher training participant leaves our program after arrival for any reason, the yoga teacher training participant is responsible for all arrangements and costs associated with travel and accommodation for their departure from our yoga teacher training program. 

Please note, we are not offering refunds if students test positive for COVID-19 or required to isolate because of exposure to the virus.  If your travel plans are altered or delayed because of your own exposure to the virus, we are not offering refunds.