We are honored to share a comprehensive and holistic Yoga Teacher Training (YA-RYS200) in a magical land. Sri Lanka is a spiritual sanctuary like nowhere else, and it welcomes you to cOMe and blossOM here like a lotus flower. Our gifted instructors have planned and sequenced an intensive training, harnessing the beauty, teachings and expertise of the local community and Buddhist traditions.
This is not just a training, this is a transformation. Experience Aurvedya teachings, sound healing, reiki light work, surfing, Buddhist traditions and teaching, Vedic native arts and so much more.
What's Included FULL ROOM & BOARD, YTT, PLUS CULTURAL EXCHANGE YTT Curriculum (YA 200) Extensive Manual "The Experience" (See right) 3 meals a day 1 snack/1 juice unlimited coffee/tea Transportation to activities
The Experience Vibe Tribe Opening Ceremony Traditional Dancers Puja Ceremony Local Art Crafting Healing Gong Bath X 2 Reiki Treatment/Surf Lesson (choice 2X) Temple Visit Poya Observance/Alms Local Shaman Experience Aurvedya Doctor Visit Professional Photoshoot Optional Add On Activities
What's Not Included Airfare Visas Textbooks/YTT Book Study Texts Transportation to YTT/Camp Poe*
*we can provide this for an additional cost if needed.
What to Bring Yoga Mat/ Yoga Towel Strap/Blocks* YTT books Notebook/Folder Highlighter/pens/pencils USB Water bottle Hat Sarong White clothing* (for POYA/ temple)* Passport size photos Book to swap* Headphones/earplugs Eye mask Bug Spray
*optional
General Packing List
Meet the Teachers
After several significant injuries, Debbie turned to Yoga & Pilates for rehabilitation after all else had failed & found that they offered what was needed to heal and strengthen her body and mind. Gaining her ERYT-200 and Advanced RYT-500 signifies Debbie's commitment to yoga. She is also a Yoga Alliance CE provider.
Her teachers are many and she has learned from, to name a few: Bryan Kest, Baron Baptiste, Ellen De Jonge, Sri Dharma Mittra, & Yogi Hari. Debbie's experience, light-hearted approach & clear instruction enable students of all levels to find ease & joy in their practice of yoga. Debbie also holds certifications in Pilates, Personal Training, & Thai Foot Massage. She specializes in a Gentle-ish Vinyasa & Yin. Make no mistake, her Power Classes are a force to be reckoned with! Believing that yoga can and should be fun; her classes leave you feeling oh so happy you came.
As a former firefighter/paramedic & marathon runner, Debbie will challenge you to see limitations as simply plateaus in disguise. All the while understanding that the subtle differences happening in your body during and after your yoga practice are key to change. What a gift that awareness of body is.
Jessyca Canizales has been an international educator and learning design specialist for over 15 years, helping learners obtain goals in a variety of areas including movement, improv, dance, and she served as an elementary and special education teacher and administrator in internationals schools for over a 12 years. In 2011 Jessyca, a former dancer, "started yoga". Being a teacher at heart, she knew her calling was to attend yoga teacher training. Jessyca completed her 200RYT with Anna Laurita of the Krishnamacharya lineage and immediately she started teaching yoga classes around the globe, from South America to Asia, leading well over 200 yogis in their practice and deepening their relationship with yoga. Jessyca is also a reiki master and wellness advocate, consulting individuals in Ayurveda, homeopathic and sustainable holistic living remedies. She delights in meeting all learners, all people where they are and help them embody a path of light to achieve where they want to be! Since becoming a Registered Yoga Teacher she has taught well over 1000 hours across 5 continents. She has continued her yoga training and studies throughout the world, learning from Les Levinthal and Fiona Raymon. She is currently living in Sri Lanka and is extremely excited to share this beautiful island, its magical vibes and beautiful people with all of you.
accOMmodation Options Shared Space ALL INCLUSIVE: USD 3,600 Single Space ALL INCLUSIVE: USD 4,200
PROMOTIONS Early Bird Discount Book and secure with deposits Before June 1st save 500USD Before July 1st save 300USD OMmie Discount Book with friend and save 100 USD each!
Sample Daily Schedule (Monday through Saturday)
6am Morning Rituals 6:30am Exploring the 8 Limbs of Yoga 8am VinyasaPractice (open to public) 9:30-10:30 am Breakfast 10:30-11:00 Self Study in Shala^ 11 Hatha Practice 12:30- 2:30 pm Lunch & Break 2:30 Lecture/snack 5pm Practice/Posture Clinics 7pm Dinner 8-9pm Occasional group study/review as needed* Sundays hours will be determined as needed*
Basic overview of: yoga for kids, yoga for seniors, yoga for pre/post natal
Yoga history and philosophy (yoga scriptures, Yamas and Niyamas)
Sanskrit/English names of asanas
The business of Yoga
Yoga ethics
cOMmUNITY
REQUIREMENTS:
One to two years of personal yoga practice.
Be open-minded and well rested.
This is not a reTREAt it is a training.
Prepare the mind, body and spirit as much as you can in the days leading up to our start!
RECOGNITION: At the end of the course, students that successfully fulfill all the requirements will receive a 200 hour certification of Yoga Training recognized internationally by the Yoga Alliance.
We are thrilled to offer accOMmodations at Camp Poe! This lovely eco chic surf camp based in Ahangama on the south coast of Sri Lanka, will be our hOMe base throughout the YTT. OMazing facility amenities include WIFI, in room fans, slack line, hammocks, pool, surf boards, treatment room, lecture space, rec room, pool table, library and MORE!