yoga training Costa Rica

Yoga Academy International is considered one of the world’s best yoga teacher trainings.  Whether you’re new to yoga or you’ve been practicing for ages, this is the next step…

ABOUT THE TRAINING:

With more than 10 years of YTT experience and having led over 25 200hr yoga teacher training programs around the world, Yoga Academy International is considered one of the top yoga teacher trainings out there.  Whether you’re new to yoga or you’ve been practicing for ages, this is your next step…

Dive deeper, learn more about your own mind-body connection, get to know yourself better!  Learn about muscles, yoga posture alignment, yoga philosophy. Live by the beach.  Be outside and active every day, eat delicious healthy food. Be in a community of other like-minded travellers… THIS is that place!

WHEN YOU GRADUATE OUR PROGRAM YOU WILL BE CERTIFIED TO TEACH YOGA ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF YOGA ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL 200HR TEACHER TRAINING:

  • Small class sizes
  • Oceanfront training lcoation
  • Multiple teachers, many styles
  • Focus on personal growth
  • Highest standard of yoga education globally

YOGA ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL’S ACCREDITED 200HR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM HAS BEEN RANKED AS ONE OF THE BEST IN THE WORLD.

OUR STUDENTS HAVE DESCRIBED OUR TRAINING AS “LIFE CHANGING!”, “PARADISE” AND “THE BEST DECISION I EVER MADE!”.

The course:

In this yoga teacher training you'll learn about...

  • Physical yoga practice principles, posture breakdown and alignment
  • Anatomy for yoga teachers & injury prevention
  • Yoga history & philosophy
  • The eight limbs of yoga
  • Pranayama, yogic breathing
  • Meditation practices
  • Mantras & Kirtan
  • Yoga lifestyle & ethics
  • The business of yoga
  • Marketing & social media skills

While our yoga teacher training is vinyasa based, you’ll also get to experience other styles of yoga like Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Kundalini Yoga and Ashtanga yoga. 

Deepen your UNDERSTANDING OF THE Postures, anatomy, LIFESTYLE and PHILOSOPHY AOF YOGA.

Take this course for you! Yes, you will learn so much about yoga alignment and theory, but we also place a BIG focus on personal growth and getting to know yourself better! You’ll learn alignment of yoga postures, adjustments, and how to effectively guide your future students. You’ll also learn tools to better your own life, on and off the mat so that you can live more passionately and authentically. 

Our graduates have gone on to teach yoga internationally, lead retreats, open their own studios and work with huge wellness industry brands. About 50% of our students simply take this training to deepen their own yoga practice, get to know themselves better and get a much needed break to reassess where they are at in life. Many don’t go on to teach.

We promise to nurture and support you toward becoming the happiest you have ever been. Our caring team of teachers provides a compassionate and safe space for you to explore your own yoga evolution. We have decades of yoga, movement, mindfulness and meditation experience.  We are here for you so that you can thrive, providing you with a safe and loving space every step of the way.

Our 200hr yoga teacher training is internationally recognized and yoga alliance registered.

Course Highlights:

  • Yoga posture alignment
  • Yoga philosophy & ethics
  • Anatomy
  • Teaching methods
  • Leadership skills
  • Meditation & Mindfulness
  • Injury prevention
  • Sequencing & class structure
  • Business of yoga, marketing & social media skills

Transform your life in 3 weeks!

YAI's 200hr yoga teacher training is perhaps the best investment I ever made in myself. The container they created to open up, be vulnerable, and allow myself to be exposed and loved because of who I am underneath my filters and masks...that is a rare gift in our world. I stretched and grew and softened and learned and made lifelong memories and friends. If you're unsure, afraid, or a little uncertain about where you are in life and if this school is for you...take the plunge.
Estevan Jimenez
U.S.A

daily schedule:

 

  • 7:00 – 8:30am Led yoga practice
  • 8:30 – 9am meditation
  • Breakfast break
  • 10am – 1pm Yoga Theory
  • Lunch break
  • 3:30pm – 5:30pm Workshops, Teaching Practice, Communication skills
  • sunset break
  • 6:00-7:30pm Evening satsang, philosophy & ethics
  • 7:30pm dinner

Our schedule is 5 days on 1 day off.  Days off are so you can relax, enjoy and explore. Take surf lessons, go zip lining, take a boat trip, go horseback riding, get a massage, or simply laze by the pool.

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Awaken your intuition.
ignite your passion & creativity. 
Live in joy.

" THIS EXPERIENCE HAS BEEN A COMPLETE METAMORPHOSIS OF MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT. WITH THE SUPPORT OF MY TEACHERS AND FELLOW STUDENTS, WHOM I'VE FORMED LIFE LONG BONDS, I FOUND A STRENGTH AND CONFIDENCE I NEVER KNEW I HAD. I LEARNED SO MUCH ABOUT YOGA ASANAS AND PHILOSOPHY, ANATOMY, SEQUENCING AND TEACHING TECHNIQUES. I FEEL CONFIDENT NOW TO BEGIN MY JOURNEY AS A YOGA TEACHER, BUT THE LESSONS GO SO MUCH DEEPER. THERE ISN'T A SINGLE ASPECT OF MY LIFE THAT WILL GO UNTOUCHED BY THE PERSONAL GROWTH I'VE EXPERIENCED. IT WAS LIFE CHANGING!"
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Kim Wozencroft-Miller
Canada

Location

3 weeks in paradise...

Our 200hr yoga teacher training takes place at a completely private, retreat centre ON THE BEACH in Popoyo, a world famous surf destination.  This spot just got voted #7 on the top 25 places to visit in 2025 by Condenast Traveller! The beach goes on for miles and it is really a picture of paradise. Pristine, tranquil and with some of the best sunsets you’ll ever see in your life. 

We’re just 3hrs from the Costa Rica (LIR) airport.  Our location is gorgeous, safe and secure. You can walk from the Shala right out on to the sands of the Pacific Coast of Guasacate Beach, and surf right out front! There’s a yoga Shala, pool, philosophy space, dining area and big, modern rooms for our students. It’s super cute! 

Location highlights:

  • Beach front
  • Cute town with great restaurants close by
  • SUPER safe area
  • Private retreat centre
  • Huge pool

 

GETTING HERE: There are many options for getting to us. You can fly into Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR) airport or Managua, Nicaragua (MGA) and we can have our retreat center partners arrange your transfer to us.  Once you register for the up you’ll receive more info on getting here. Our partners at the retreat center can also help you with transport to us!

One of the most highly recognized and respected trainings worldwide!

Support:  

 

We always have at least 3 but usually 4-6 teachers at EVERY 200hr yoga teacher training. We take a maximum of 16 people! 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 37 yoga teacher trainings. She has accumulated more than 10,000 formal training hours. Your co-teachers have years of experience and thousands of hours of formal yoga education.

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 always included.

Price & Accreditation

Yoga Academy International is a recognized and registered yoga school with the international Yoga Alliance. When you graduate our course you will be certified and eligible to teach yoga anywhere in the world. On completion of this course can register with Yoga Alliance as RYT-200.


Your stay + meals are included in the course price

200hr teacher training

February 24 – March 14, 2025

★ 21 nights stay
★ private ocean-front retreat center
★ 3 meals locally sourced, organic meals per day
★ Full Yoga Teacher Training program
★ Course manual
★ Full retreat center access- pools, yoga spaces, living room & library
★ Yoga Alliance certification

$3960 

includes your stay, meals + full yoga training

Payment plans are available. You do not have to pay for the full course all at once. 

Also included:

 

  • Full Yoga Teacher Training program (top rated internationally)
  • Yoga Academy International teacher training manual
  • Daily guided yoga flows, and Meditation practices
  • An opportunity to live your yoga, lifestyle and ethics
  • Campfires, singing, dance parties, stargazing
  • Full access to all retreat centre facilities, any time, including private swimming pool, 2 yoga spaces, and library
  • A safe, sacred space for you to grow in to the most authentic and happy version of yourself

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. 

The Big questions...

Why we do it...

Yoga has given us the gift of greater happiness and understanding ourselves better. We want to give you the opportunity to get out of your head and into your heart too. We are here to offer you tools to live a more happy, passionate life and be surrounded by gorgeous nature every day! We believe in positive experiences with amazing people, working hard and spending time outdoors! 

Our team of yoga and health professionals share one common love: helping others achieve balance in their lives, finding inner-peace and contentment. They strive to see beauty in the everyday and appreciate life for all it has to offer. We want to pass on this way of interpreting the world to you. We want you to feel at ease in your body so you can get to know your soul.

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Why you should do it...

  • Adventure- say YES to a new you!
  • A month away at the beach
  • Meet like-minded people
  • Deepen your practice
  • Explore yoga philosophy
  • Understand the mind-body connection better
  • Lifelong friendships
  • Watch sunset every day…

the reasons to take our 200hr hour yoga teacher training are endless. Even if you don’t plan to teach yoga professionally, this experience will take you on a journey of self discovery. Allow yourself the space to take an objective look at your life while immersing yourself in a truly healing and transformative retreat. We welcome yogis of all ages and levels.

Our personal insights and our proven process will give you an expanded awareness not only as a teacher, but more importantly as a human being. In short, our mission is to inspire you to BE the best version of YOU – on and off the yoga mat. Learn, explore and grow in a safe and supportive environment..

Chase your passions!

what our students are saying:

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
I FEEL INCREDIBLY GRATEFUL TO HAVE SPENT FOUR WEEKS IN A BREATHTAKING PLACE WITH A GROUP OF SUCH BEAUTIFUL SOULS. ONE OF THE THINGS THAT SPOKE TO ME MOST DURING THIS EXPERIENCE WAS THE AUTHENTICITY WE WERE ENCOURAGED TO APPROACH OUR EXPERIENCE, PRACTICE, LEARNING, AND SHARING. THIS EXPERIENCE BROUGHT ME CLOSER TO MYSELF AND MY YOGA PRACTICE, FILLED ME WITH JOY, AND MADE ME EVEN MORE EAGER TO SHARE THIS PRACTICE WITH OTHERS. THIS TRAINING AND THE PEOPLE I MET WILL FOREVER HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART.
Nikki Symanovich
USA
This trip was simply life changing! Amazing community, such passionate teachers and the best atmosphere. I feel so refreshed and recharged after this trip and I feel it has really given me the tools to go into the yoga world. The food and accommodation was lovely and I would thoroughly recommend this experience to anyone. Thank you YAI for your love, your passion and for the most incredible month away.
Grace Colebrook
United Kingdom
Trying to describe this trip I am missing words. Starting with a unique, incredible location, a breathtaking view over the ocean and the horizon while doing, experiencing , practicing, feeling Yoga. The food - OMG the food was incredible. Charlotte cooks everything fresh. It was always plenty and so delicious. She is a little kitchengodess, promise. And last but not least our lessons, practice the whole YTT experience was so much more then I expected. I learned so much not only about Yoga but about myself and met not simply new friends but a new family 😀 I am very grateful for this experience and would recommend it to everyone.....
Nora Lüdersen
Germany
I had a great experience. The food, location and program were exceptional. Thank you for a wonderful program!
Lacey Payne
USA
AMAZING. Life changing experience in the middle of the jungle, surrounded by the most beautiful view and lovely people. Highly recommend!!
Lauren Evans
USA
It was absolutley magical and I would definetley recommend it for anyone!
Bryanna Pollack
USA
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
THIS TRAINING ALLOWED ME TO LOVE MYSELF IN A WAY I’VE NEVER DONE BEFORE. THIS IS TRULY AN AMAZING COURSE THAT DIGS DEEP INTO YOUR EMOTIONAL, PHYSICAL, AND SPIRITUAL SELF. I COULDN’T HAVE DONE ANY OF THIS WITHOUT THE AMAZING TEACHING TEAM. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TRAINING, NOT BECAUSE I TOOK IT (I LOVED IT), BUT BECAUSE YOGA ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL IS DETERMINED TO RAISE THE BAR OF YOGA TEACHER TRAINING! THANK YOU! NAMASTE
Sanna Paulsson
Sweden

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. 

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. 

200hr Yoga Teacher Training Costa Rica Santa Teresa

We’ve been high up in the jungle for the last 3 weeks enjoying every bit of community, laughter, tears, philosophy, yoga asana and beach time. We are super excited for our next 200hr Yoga Teacher Training in Costa Rica!! We’re having a ball returning back to the place where Yoga Academy was born!

200hr Yoga Teacher Training

Costa Rica, 2023

Check out these incredible photos by Scott Ramsay, our resident photographer for this 200hr Yoga Teacher Training in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica! We’ve been high up in the jungle for the last 3 weeks enjoying every bit of community, laughter, tears, philosophy, yoga asana and beach time. We are super excited for our next 200hr Yoga Teacher Training in Costa Rica!! We’re having a ball returning back to the place where Yoga Academy was born! 

Want to join the next one?

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Your questions answered by our students

Your techer training questions answered

We asked our students to answer your questions… 

Every training we ask our students not only to give us feedback about their experience, but also to answer some of YOUR most frequently asked questions about Yoga Teacher Training at Yoga Academy International. 

In the video below we had our students answer your questions.

Our Yoga Teacher Trainings are STILL HAPPENING!! 

We are excited for SUN, for fun, for daily yoga practices, for SURFING and to create yet another COVID-free bubble where we can feel some semblance of our normal lives again.

Is this the training where you finally say yes to this adventure? 
Hit reply and let us know!
xoxo
Lauren & Team YAI

UPCOMING TRAININGS:

Tropical 200hr yoga
teacher training

in Playa Maderas
This is our home base location. Join us in at our private 100 acre retreat center overlooking the ocean at playa maderas. this 200hr Yoga-Alliance Registered Teacher Training is the perfect setting  for a yoga training in paradise! 

Luxury 200hr yoga
teacher training

in Amorgos, Greece
Join us on the spectacular Greek island of Amorgos.The same teachers and same curriculum as our famous 200hr ytt in Nicaragua, only Greekier this 200hr Yoga-Alliance Registered Teacher Training is the perfect foundation for becoming a professional yoga teacher.

Acro Yoga 
teacher training

in Playa Maderas
Join Nicholas Coolridge aka Modern Tarzan for our most playful training! Get Acro Yoga certified! This course is also a module of our ADVANCED 300HR YOGA TEACHING CERTIFICATION. AFTER COMPLETING THIS TRAINING YOU WILL BE A CERTIFIED Acro YOGA TEACHER AND COMPLETE PART OF YOUR 300HR YTT.

Luxury Yin yoga teacher training

in Marrakech, Morocco
THIS 60HR PROGRAM IS A COMPLETE TRAINING ON ITS OWN. IT IS ALSO ONE OF THE ELECTIVE MODULES THAT MAKES UP OUR ADVANCED 300HR YOGA TEACHING CERTIFICATION. AFTER COMPLETING THIS TRAINING YOU WILL BE A CERTIFIED YIN YOGA TEACHER AND COMPLETE PART OF YOUR 300HR YTT.

questions for us? 
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8 signs that it’s time to take a yoga teacher training

if you’re wondering if you’re ready, you probably are. But here are ways to be sure! Here are 8 signs that it is probably time for you to take a YTT.

8 signs that it's time to take a 
yoga teacher training

How do I know if I'm ready for YTT?

We get asked this A LOT…

if you’re wondering if you’re ready, you probably are. But here are ways to be sure! Here are 8 signs that it is probably time for you to take a YTT.

1. You feel most like yourself when you're at yoga or on your mat

Practicing yoga is where you feel GOOD. It gives you a sense of calm, grounding feeling fulfilled. 

2. you are starting to wonder what is beyond the postures

 Maybe you’e reading more philosophical books or simply asking your teacher more questions. There’s a marked curiosity that goes beyond just sun salutations a savasana.

3. You've started to dabble in other yoga modalities

Not only have you gotten more curious, but youve also began to try other yoga styles and different mindfulness modalities. Maybe you’ve even attended talks or specialty workshops on these subjects. Perhaps you are getting more spiritually curious. Maybe you are seeking out teachers and mentors to help you become more mindful and present in your life. 

4. You are craving to go deeper, learn more advanced asana

You want understand your body better, get more flexible. You’ve peaked in your home studio. You’re one of the most dedicated students but you find that your local teacher can no longer push you in the ways your craving.

5. It's time to get to know yourself better

You just want to get away, heal, breathe, be. You are craving the opportunity to just get out of your head for a while…


6. you are itching to travel but want a meaningful experience

A vacation isn’t enough. You want to go on a trip that feels purposeful and meaningful. You are searching and seeking for more. You want to find answers to questions you haven’t even asked yet. You want to go away and learn something about yourself and the world as you understand it. It’s not enough to just vacation right now. You want your trip to have PURPOSE. You want to grow. You want to come back feeling better

7. you want to make a big life change but aren't sure what that is yet

You’re feeling frustrated and uncomfortable with your life as it is, but you really don’t know how to make that change. This is the perfect opportunity to reflect, be still and begin to figure it out.

8. you want to find a community of likeminded people

You want to make friends with people you have so much in common with! You want to find a community if like-minded yogis who love nature, travel and eating delicious meals. You’re ready to be in a place where you just fit in. Where everyone around you shares common interests and ideals.

Do any of these reasons resonate with you? If more than 1 or 2 of them do, it’s probably time to take a yoga teacher training! 

UPCOMING TRAININGS:

200hr yoga
teacher training

this 200hr Yoga-Alliance Registered Teacher Training is the perfect foundation for becoming a professional yoga teacher.

questions for us? 
Get in touch now!

The MOST important advice for yoga teachers

The MOST important advice to yoga teachers

This is really important!

Whether you’re a new yoga teacher fresh out of training or a seasoned one, it is SO important to advocate for yourself. When coming to an agreement in yoga we often do so very casually over tea or kombucha. Regardless, we also must remember that these are still business negotiations and that due diligence is needed.

Watch the video below for some very important advice for doing business as a yoga teacher. 

Make sure you have a very clear understanding of what is expected of you and those who you are working with in turn know what you expect of them. 

Be honest, clear and transparent. 

Good luck!! 

Like netflix, but yoga.

We want to invite you to practice with us from the comfort of your home.

FULL ACCESS to our online studio for only $98 for the entire year.

We have classes in English, French and Norwegian and have just added almost a dozen new practices.

 
Hundreds of practices available – unlimited yoga for all levels – beginners to super advanced – continuing education for yoga teachers

Whether you are brand new to yoga, super advanced or on your yoga teaching journey, we have practices and classes for you. Our online instructors have been handpicked for their teaching style, commitment to practice and specialty in their individual yoga discipline. We have classes ranging from 2 – 90 minutes waiting for you!

Membership is just $98 per year!

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UPCOMING TRAININGS:

200hr yoga
teacher training

in playa maderas
Taking place on the spectacular cliffs of Maderas Beach, this 200hr Yoga-Alliance Registered Teacher Training is the perfect foundation for becoming a professional yoga teacher.

Ashtanga Yoga intensive

in Lembongnan, Bali
THIS is an amazing course with KPJAY Authorized level 2 teacher Tina Bock! Tina has spent years studying in Mysore, India under Sharath Jois and takes a very traditional but fun approach to Ashtanga Yoga. This program is an ELECTIVE MODULES THAT MAKES UP OUR ADVANCED 300HR YOGA TEACHING CERTIFICATION.

questions for us? 
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Yoga Basics: Warrior 2

Yoga Basics: Warrior 2 pose

Virabadhrasana II 

Warrior 2: A totally iconic yoga posture! We want you to know how to align yourself properly so you practice safely. 

Warrior 2 is a great pose for building strength and confidence. It is heating, energizing and grounding. 
In the video below, Yoga Academy International founder Lauren Rudick takes you step by step through warrior 2 pose. 

Warrior 2 strengthens the legs, is therapeutic for sciatica and flat fee. It tones the arms and helps build focus. It helps open the hips and build flexibility in the groins and adductors. 

Be careful in this pose if you have ankle, knee, hip or groin injuries. Remember, always consult with a doctor before taking on a new exercise regimen. 

Want more?

We want to invite you to practice with us from the comfort of your home.

FULL ACCESS to our online studio for only $98 for the entire year.

We have classes in English, French and Norwegian and have just added almost a dozen new practices.

 
Hundreds of practices available – unlimited yoga for all levels – beginners to super advanced – continuing education for yoga teachers

Whether you are brand new to yoga, super advanced or on your yoga teaching journey, we have practices and classes for you. Our online instructors have been handpicked for their teaching style, commitment to practice and specialty in their individual yoga discipline. We have classes ranging from 2 – 90 minutes waiting for you!

Membership is just $98 per year!

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Train with us in person...

200hr yoga
teacher training

in playa maderas
Taking place on the spectacular cliffs of Maderas Beach, this 200hr Yoga-Alliance Registered Teacher Training is the perfect foundation for becoming a professional yoga teacher.

Ashtanga Yoga intensive

in Lembongnan, Bali
THIS is an amazing course with KPJAY Authorized level 2 teacher Tina Bock! Tina has spent years studying in Mysore, India under Sharath Jois and takes a very traditional but fun approach to Ashtanga Yoga. This program is an ELECTIVE MODULES THAT MAKES UP OUR ADVANCED 300HR YOGA TEACHING CERTIFICATION.

questions for us? 
Get in touch now!

What we eat in a day at Yoga School…

What we eat in a day at yoga teacher training

How is the food actually like at yoga school?!

Is everything vegan? Can I have coffee? Will I be hungry every day!?

These are the questions we get asked most often regarding the meals at yoga teacher training.  

Our trainings are mostly plant-based but we do offer eggs, dairy and fish, all locally sourced for those who incorporate animal products into their diets. 

We can (and do) accommodate ANY and all dietary needs. Believe us, we’ve seen it all and NO ONE goes hungry at yoga teacher training. 


We thought we’d have our students tell you all about the food at Yoga Academy International.

Check out the video below to find out what we eat in a day at yoga school!

UPCOMING TRAININGS:

200hr yoga
teacher training

in playa maderas
Taking place on the spectacular cliffs of Maderas Beach, this 200hr Yoga-Alliance Registered Teacher Training is the perfect foundation for becoming a professional yoga teacher.

questions for us? 
Get in touch now!

The training that happened while the world was stopped

…As a group we decided to press on with the training. We had all come a long way to make this training and some of us were unaware of what to do next. So we agreed that in class time we would continue our journey in to mindfulness. In classes we went on as per usual. On breaks, we organized and arranged next steps. It feels now like that training was a lifetime ago. It feels like we maintained a tiny haven of paradise in a far away place where the rest of the world’s problems simply did not exist.

The training that continued while the world was stopping...

If you’ve been following along on our journey, you’ll know that we were in the midst of a Chakra-Vinyasa yoga teacher training while the world was wrapping it’s head around a global pandemic. It was just a few days after the training started that travel bans started to come in to effect, business closed, government regulations were put in to place, and the world seemed to halt while we were all in Nicaragua. 

The situation was uncertain to say the least. On our breaks our eyes were peeled to news sources, texting and calling friends and family back home and just trying to get updates on what was going on. It felt like we were in a far far away dreamland, away from all the chaos. 

As a group we decided to press on with the training. We had all come a long way to make this training and some of us were unaware of what to do next. So we agreed that in class time we would continue our journey in to mindfulness. In classes we went on as per usual. On breaks, we organized and arranged next steps. It feels now like that training was a lifetime ago. It feels like we maintained a tiny haven of paradise in a far away place where the rest of the world’s problems simply did not exist. 

Hopefully we will be able to return soon to our beloved Yoga Teacher Trainings in paradise. In the meanwhile, here’s a recap of the Chakra-Vinyasa experience. 

 

We are still committed to offering you the highest possible standard in yoga education.

Take this time to advance your home practice with us.

Go deeper into themes and practices you’ve always wanter to.

Prepare yourself for next steps in your yoga career once we return to our regular lives.

Learn from our internationally renown teachers right from the comfort of your own…quarantine. 

online yoga courses

Ashtanga Yoga for newbies

Join internationally renown Tantric Yoga Teacher Nancy Goodfellow as she introduces you to this amazing practice! This course is challenging, uplifting, insightful and deep. It is perfect for a yogi ready to learn more, go deeper- mind, body and spirit and gain more understanding of the ancient traditions of yoga. Nancy guides safe and structured Tantric practices that include explanations of.why Tantra is practiced in this way, mudras, mantra, meditation and so much more. Contains over 3 hours of guided asana practice and more than 10 hours of video content!

Turn your life upside down

Turn Your Life Upside Down is a 4-week 4-module course designed to get you knowing what your passions are, what makes you come alive and then take the steps toward living that dream! Lauren Rudick takes you on a journey into yourself. This course contains 5 guided yoga practices, 7 guided meditations, a fully illustrated e-book and journaling exercises.
Join Lauren in living a lifestyle of passion. Turn Your Life Upside Down!

The Tantra Course

Join internationally renown Tantric Yoga Teacher Nancy Goodfellow as she introduces you to this amazing practice! This course is challenging, uplifting, insightful and deep. It is perfect for a yogi ready to learn more, go deeper- mind, body and spirit and gain more understanding of the ancient traditions of yoga. Nancy guides safe and structured Tantric practices that include explanations of.why Tantra is practiced in this way, mudras, mantra, meditation and so much more. Contains over 3 hours of guided asana practice and more than 10 hours of video content!

Uplift your Yoga Career

Uplift your yoga career is everything a yogi needs to know to elevate a great career in yoga, raise your income and create an awesome yoga following. The full course includes guides on getting jobs, marketing, social media, creating workshops and growing a loyal following in yoga.

Like netflix, but yoga.

We are still continuing to offer membership to our online yoga studio at significantly reduced rates. 

Our online studio and online courses are NOT the same. The studio is streamable online content with various teachers. The courses are an opportunity to go WAY deeper into a particular discipline or style. 

During stressful times like these that we need wellness and mindfulness practices the most.We are giving you almost free access to our entire online studio library. It’s like Netflix, but yoga for Just $1 per month.

We want to invite you to practice with us from the comfort of your home.

FULL ACCESS to our online studio for only $12 for the entire year. Use code yoga12 to sign up today.

If you are already subscribed, feel free to share page with others who need heart opening meditations, yoga practices to keep them physically fit and well and yin yoga to reduce stress and stiffness.

We have classes in English, French and Norwegian and have just added almost a dozen new practices.

 
Hundreds of practices available – unlimited yoga for all levels – beginners to super advanced – continuing education for yoga teachers

Whether you are brand new to yoga, super advanced or on your yoga teaching journey, we have practices and classes for you. Our online instructors have been handpicked for their teaching style, commitment to practice and specialty in their individual yoga discipline. We have classes ranging from 2 – 90 minutes waiting for you!

Membership is just $98 per year!

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But what about our 
yoga trainings abroad?

We are keeping a close watch on how the situation is changing day by day. At this point in time it is highly likely that our YIN YOGA TEACHER TRAINING  at the end of April will be postponed for 1 year. We will continue to watch the COVID-19 situation closely and make a final decision by April 1, 2020. Good news- you now have time to sign up at save up for it! This luxury training is amazing and we can extend a payment plan to you over 12 months. This means for less than $200/month you can get to this INCREDIBLE luxury experience.

We are still saying optimistic that our 200hr YOGA TEACHER TRAINING this July will run as scheduled. We are hopeful and keeping faith that we will be able to stop the spread of this virus shortly and continue to create magical experiences in paradise. 

UPCOMING TRAININGS:

200hr yoga
teacher training

in playa maderas
Taking place on the spectacular cliffs of Maderas Beach, this 200hr Yoga-Alliance Registered Teacher Training is the perfect foundation for becoming a professional yoga teacher.

Ashtanga Yoga intensive

in Lembongnan, Bali
THIS is an amazing course with KPJAY Authorized level 2 teacher Tina Bock! Tina has spent years studying in Mysore, India under Sharath Jois and takes a very traditional but fun approach to Ashtanga Yoga. This program is an ELECTIVE MODULES THAT MAKES UP OUR ADVANCED 300HR YOGA TEACHING CERTIFICATION.

questions for us? 
Get in touch now!

update: COVID-19 & Yoga Academy International

Covid-19 & Yoga Academy International

Current status, upcoming plans & What you can do right now: 

It is with honesty and transparency that Lauren shares with you exactly where we are at right now with Yoga Academy International, what precautions we are taking where we are right now and our plans for the future. 

We are hopeful that we can continue to connect with you, our beloved community, and that soon enough you’ll be back here with us at our epic yoga teacher trainings! 

We are still committed to offering you the highest possible standard in yoga education.

Take this time to advance your home practice with us.

Go deeper into themes and practices you’ve always wanter to.

Prepare yourself for next steps in your yoga career once we return to our regular lives.

Learn from our internationally renown teachers right from the comfort of your own…quarantine. 

online yoga courses

Ashtanga Yoga for newbies

Join internationally renown Tantric Yoga Teacher Nancy Goodfellow as she introduces you to this amazing practice! This course is challenging, uplifting, insightful and deep. It is perfect for a yogi ready to learn more, go deeper- mind, body and spirit and gain more understanding of the ancient traditions of yoga. Nancy guides safe and structured Tantric practices that include explanations of.why Tantra is practiced in this way, mudras, mantra, meditation and so much more. Contains over 3 hours of guided asana practice and more than 10 hours of video content!

Turn your life upside down

Turn Your Life Upside Down is a 4-week 4-module course designed to get you knowing what your passions are, what makes you come alive and then take the steps toward living that dream! Lauren Rudick takes you on a journey into yourself. This course contains 5 guided yoga practices, 7 guided meditations, a fully illustrated e-book and journaling exercises.
Join Lauren in living a lifestyle of passion. Turn Your Life Upside Down!

The Tantra Course

Join internationally renown Tantric Yoga Teacher Nancy Goodfellow as she introduces you to this amazing practice! This course is challenging, uplifting, insightful and deep. It is perfect for a yogi ready to learn more, go deeper- mind, body and spirit and gain more understanding of the ancient traditions of yoga. Nancy guides safe and structured Tantric practices that include explanations of.why Tantra is practiced in this way, mudras, mantra, meditation and so much more. Contains over 3 hours of guided asana practice and more than 10 hours of video content!

Uplift your Yoga Career

Uplift your yoga career is everything a yogi needs to know to elevate a great career in yoga, raise your income and create an awesome yoga following. The full course includes guides on getting jobs, marketing, social media, creating workshops and growing a loyal following in yoga.

Like netflix, but yoga.

We are still continuing to offer membership to our online yoga studio at significantly reduced rates. 

Our online studio and online courses are NOT the same. The studio is streamable online content with various teachers. The courses are an opportunity to go WAY deeper into a particular discipline or style. 

During stressful times like these that we need wellness and mindfulness practices the most.We are giving you almost free access to our entire online studio library. It’s like Netflix, but yoga for Just $1 per month.

We want to invite you to practice with us from the comfort of your home.

FULL ACCESS to our online studio for only $12 for the entire year. Use code yoga12 to sign up today.

If you are already subscribed, feel free to share page with others who need heart opening meditations, yoga practices to keep them physically fit and well and yin yoga to reduce stress and stiffness.

We have classes in English, French and Norwegian and have just added almost a dozen new practices.

 
Hundreds of practices available – unlimited yoga for all levels – beginners to super advanced – continuing education for yoga teachers

Whether you are brand new to yoga, super advanced or on your yoga teaching journey, we have practices and classes for you. Our online instructors have been handpicked for their teaching style, commitment to practice and specialty in their individual yoga discipline. We have classes ranging from 2 – 90 minutes waiting for you!

Membership is just $98 per year!

[register_form id=2]

But what about our 
yoga trainings abroad?

We are keeping a close watch on how the situation is changing day by day. At this point in time it is highly likely that our YIN YOGA TEACHER TRAINING  at the end of April will be postponed for 1 year. We will continue to watch the COVID-19 situation closely and make a final decision by April 1, 2020. Good news- you now have time to sign up at save up for it! This luxury training is amazing and we can extend a payment plan to you over 12 months. This means for less than $200/month you can get to this INCREDIBLE luxury experience.

We are still saying optimistic that our 200hr YOGA TEACHER TRAINING this July will run as scheduled. We are hopeful and keeping faith that we will be able to stop the spread of this virus shortly and continue to create magical experiences in paradise. 

UPCOMING TRAININGS:

200hr yoga
teacher training

in playa maderas
Taking place on the spectacular cliffs of Maderas Beach, this 200hr Yoga-Alliance Registered Teacher Training is the perfect foundation for becoming a professional yoga teacher.

Ashtanga Yoga intensive

in Lembongnan, Bali
THIS is an amazing course with KPJAY Authorized level 2 teacher Tina Bock! Tina has spent years studying in Mysore, India under Sharath Jois and takes a very traditional but fun approach to Ashtanga Yoga. This program is an ELECTIVE MODULES THAT MAKES UP OUR ADVANCED 300HR YOGA TEACHING CERTIFICATION.

questions for us? 
Get in touch now!

Immersive Chakra Yoga Teacher Training

Chakra Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training. A 60hr immersive training for teachers. Beach front. Stay & meal included.

Go on a soulful journey into the chakra system...

Our chakra-Vinyasa yoga teacher training is an immersive, retreat style experience for yoga teachers. this 1-week training includes your stay and meals. Enjoy our oceanfront retreat centre, jungle and ocean view yoga spaces, meditation platforms, virtually private beaches and miles and miles of unspoiled paradise.

This is a full and complete course on its own. It is also a module of our Yoga Alliance registered 300hr YTT. 

Chakra-Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Sample daily schedule:

 

  • 7:00 – 8:30am morning chakra-themed yoga flow
  • 8:30 – 9am beach meditation and mindfulness exercises
  • 9 – 10:30am Breakfast break
  • 10:30am – 1pm Chakra Vinyasa Yoga Theory
  • 1pm – 3:30pm Lunch Break
  • 3:30pm – 6:00pm Workshops, discussion, practice teaching, mindful communication skills
  • 6pm – 7:00pm Sunset & Dinner break
  • 7pm – 8:30pm evening satsang (Q&A, philosophy chats, dance parties)

Curriculum

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

Location

This teacher training includes your stay + 3 meals per day at our retreat center at Maderas Beach, Nicaragua. Located just outside of the lively beach town of San Juan Del Sur, Maderas beach is a safe and quiet haven.  Our oceanfront private villa is the perfect setting for a month spent in paradise! You’ll get sunset views every evening from our dipping pool and our yoga shala boasts a 180 degree view of the ocean and the surf break! We also have a jungle yoga deck and 82 acres of hiking trails on this private property to explore.

Every morning you can meditate on the cliffs of this dramatic coastline that gives way to perfect beaches for walking and some world-class waves for surfing. This place is serene and stunning.

GETTING HERE: Maderas beach is located just 2-houra from Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR) airport and 2-hours from Managua Airport (MGA). Flying in to either airport. We can have our partners at the retreat center organize your transfers to us at Maderas Beach.

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 chakra-vinyasa yoga teacher. This course also counts as 60hrs toward Yoga Academy International’s 500hr YTT. On completion of 3 elective modules + our core module, you can register as RYT-500. 

Tuition for this program is $1765USD. Your chakra-vinyasa yoga teacher training includes:

  • 9 nights at our private, oceanfront retreat center
  • 3 locally sourced healthy meals daily
  • Daily Asana and Meditation practice
  • An opportunity to live your yoga, lifestyle and ethics
  • Campfires, singing, dancing, stargazing
  • A safe, sacred space for you to grow in to the most authentic and happy version of yourself
  • Mentorship and personalized guidance

* please note, there is 1 day off mid-way through this training. Meals will not be included on the day off. This is your opportunity to support local restaurants and visit the area!

There are no extras or hidden fees associated with our program. We invite you to come as you are and we will provide you with everything you need. Payment plans are available.

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.

The number 1 question we get asked about Yoga Teacher Training

The #1 question people ask
About yoga teacher training

Hi Yogis!
Maybe the thought has crossed your mind; Hmmm I’d love to do a yoga teacher training someday…

Maybe you’ve thought about going somewhere warm, living on a gorgeous beach for a month, practicing yoga every morning and meditating by the waves. Maybe you just want a break from your every day life. Maybe you need new inspiration. Maybe you’ve always wanted to be a yoga teacher or maybe you just need to make some kind of change and you don’t know what…

Regardless of the why- it usually starts with a spark. The idea is planted to take a yoga teacher training and some days, weeks or maybe months later you start to look into it. You google Yoga Teacher Trainings and then a zillion options come up. There are an endless amount of choices of styles, programs, locations and more.

We believe that it should be intuition that draws you to your school. Usually when you land on the training page, something will draw you in. You will start reading it, looking at the photos and you will KNOW it is the right school for you.

We get tons of questions about our yoga teacher training programs all the time. But there is one question that stands out to us. The biggest question people ask. It seems like the one thing holding them back from YTT is this big looming thought: Am I ready!? 

Check out our video below as Yoga Academy International Founder, Lauren Rudick answers the biggest question we ever get.

So now that you’ve watched the video and heard it straight from our founder- our question for you is- ARE YOU COMMITTED? Are you going to take the next step and hit apply? Are you going to join us for the journey that has changed the lives of over 60 yogis that we’ve certified so far? Do you want to be part of the Yoga Academy Family? Are you ready to live more mindfully?
If even one of these questions has an I think so then you are.

Check out the experience that will CHANGE YOUR LIFE for the BETTER. Spaces are super limited and we fill out every time. Reserve your space today and make the choice to join us in paradise. Don’t let anything hold you back. We are here and we are ready to welcome you home.
xox
Lauren

 

UPCOMING TRAININGS:

200hr yoga
teacher training

in playa maderas
Taking place on the spectacular cliffs of Maderas Beach, this 200hr Yoga-Alliance Registered Teacher Training is the perfect foundation for becoming a professional yoga teacher.

Ashtanga Yoga intensive

in Lembongnan, Bali
THIS is an amazing course with KPJAY Authorized level 2 teacher Tina Bock! Tina has spent years studying in Mysore, India under Sharath Jois and takes a very traditional but fun approach to Ashtanga Yoga. This program is an ELECTIVE MODULES THAT MAKES UP OUR ADVANCED 300HR YOGA TEACHING CERTIFICATION.

Like netflix, but yoga.

We are still continuing to offer membership to our online yoga studio at significantly reduced rates. 

Our online studio and online courses are NOT the same. The studio is streamable online content with various teachers. The courses are an opportunity to go WAY deeper into a particular discipline or style. 

During stressful times like these that we need wellness and mindfulness practices the most.We are giving you almost free access to our entire online studio library. It’s like Netflix, but yoga for Just $1 per month.

We want to invite you to practice with us from the comfort of your home.

FULL ACCESS to our online studio for only $12 for the entire year. Use code yoga12 to sign up today.

If you are already subscribed, feel free to share page with others who need heart opening meditations, yoga practices to keep them physically fit and well and yin yoga to reduce stress and stiffness.

We have classes in English, French and Norwegian and have just added almost a dozen new practices.

 
Hundreds of practices available – unlimited yoga for all levels – beginners to super advanced – continuing education for yoga teachers

Whether you are brand new to yoga, super advanced or on your yoga teaching journey, we have practices and classes for you. Our online instructors have been handpicked for their teaching style, commitment to practice and specialty in their individual yoga discipline. We have classes ranging from 2 – 90 minutes waiting for you!

Membership is just $98 per year!

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questions for us? 
Get in touch now!

My Favourite Thing About Yoga Teacher Training Is…

Our next Teacher Training in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica is fast approaching and we are so excited!!

Each training is a holistic experience of mind, body and soul filled with gratitude, warmth, learning and all the love in the universe. Our mission at Yoga Academy International is to raise the standard of yoga education each passionate, authentic and magical 200 hour training at a time. Our professional program is a thorough, and progressive yoga teacher training course that enables an incredible foundation of the lifestyles, philosophy and asanas of yoga.

Interested in becoming a certified yoga teacher in paradise? Apply HERE today and become part of the Yoga Academy International family.