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+ Course Curriculum 200 hr Ytt

• PHILOSOPHY:

  • What is yoga

  • Yoga History

  • The Eight Limbs of Yoga

  • Philosophy: The Four Paths of Yoga

  • Prana, Nadis, Yogic Breathing ( techniques for Hatha/ Vinyasa)

  • Ethics for Yoga Teachers

  • The Yoga Sutras of Patanjal

  • Neuroscience of Breath

  • Marketing and business for yoga teachers

  • The Science and ancient teachings of Ayurveda

• TEACHING SKILLS:

  • Hatha Yoga Biomechanics

  • Art of sequencing

  • Asana Adjustments, modifications and adequate use of props

  • Asana principles

  • Thai massage intro for adjustments

  • Language for teaching

  • Daily practice and daily teaching practice focused on Hatha Yoga and vinyasa

• MULTI DIMENTIONAL SELF

  • Meditation techniques, theory and daily practice

  • Daily Pranayama techniques

  • Vedanta Philosophy

  • The Multi dimensional layers of self ( Koshas, Vayus and Chakras

  • Mantra, sound and Kirtan

• ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

• Graduation Project teaching practice

+ Typical Schedule

• 6:30 am - 8:30 am - Morning practice (Which may include: Meditation, Pranayama & Asana)

• 8:30 a.m. Breakfast

• 10:00 am - 1:00 pm - Session 1 (Which could include: Asana, Philosophy or teaching Skills).

• 2:30-4:30 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.- SESSION 1 ( Which may include: Asana, Philosophy, or Teaching Skills).

• 6:30 pm- Dinner and some evenings Movie Night, Kirtan or other activity.

*Schedule may slightly vary according to ocean tides.*

+ Get to know the Teachers

Meet our team of professionals who will be sharing their passion and wisdom with you. Learn more about our teachers and guest teachers. For this training your lead teacher is Ana Lucia Farina, along with assistant teacher and anatomy teacher.

Ana Lucia Fariña (Costa Rica) - She has been in the spiritual world since young age, studying and practicing with diverse renown teachers, and inspired by eastern philosophies and spiritual traditions. She does Akashic readings, and teaches Yoga ERYT500+ and meditation since 2009. A musician passionate for holding kirtans and sound healing, she offers diverse experiences worldwide such as yoga teacher trainings, retreats, philosophy, spiritual travel journeys, mindfulness and sound healing journeys. She holds an MBA, Ma and is devoted to her spiritual path, inspired by Mahayana buddhism, Yoga studies, Advaita Vedanta amongst meso-american shamanic traditions.

Corinna Wilson (UK) - Is a seasoned yoga instructor, certified with 500 hours of Yoga Alliance training. Her expertise spans Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Nidra, Pregnancy yoga, and meditation. As a BAMBA-certified meditation teacher, she has also dedicated the past two years to training with Breathworks. Corinna's journey into yoga and meditation began a decade ago, motivated by a desire for personal growth and inner peace. Initially feeling anxious and disconnected, she discovered the transformative power of these ancient practices. Today, Corinna is passionate about sharing this wisdom with others and guiding them towards a more balanced and harmonious life.

+ Food during your training

A variety of Healthy Meals is available for you!The collection has many well-known types of tropical fruit, including Mango, Starfruit, Papaya, Passion Fruit, Pineapple, Banana, Guava, Grapefruit, Sweet Lemon, Lime, and Oranges. Less widely known types of tropical fruit are, for example, Jackfruit, Mangosteen, and South American Sapote. MEALS: The kitchen staff prepares both traditional Costa Rican and western dishes. Vegetarian diets, or other special dietary requirements, are easily accommodated.

+ Included during your training

• Accommodation in a single, double or triple room for the 21 nights

• All classes, lectures and workshops as per indicated in the program schedule brochure

• 2 YTT manuals, course materials and PDF files for suggested readings prior to the course

• Group shuttle from Golfito to Tikista on the arrival day ( Apron time 1 p.m.), departing group shuttle on departure day ( Apex 7:00 a.m). Please note if you arrive before, or leave after, you would need to Pay for a private shuttle ( Aprox.$80usd)

• Arrival day dinner, 18 days all inclusive vegetarian (3 meals), breakfast only during the 2 days off and departure day.

• Yoga Alliance certified 200hr program certificate

• A beautiful welcome gift package

• Individual approach to teaching, group therapy

• Kirtan nights, special events or movie nights, special workshop nights

• Sharing with experienced and professional teachers in diverse fields who will guide you along your path with nurturing and loving energy and much humbleness.

+ Not included during the training

• Transportation to and from the airport to San José to Goflito and from Golfito to San José or your next destination. Transportation information on the brochure provided upon request (bus, taxi, shared van or local flight).

• Any additional meals and drinks not included in the itinerary. Note only breakfast is offered during days off. You can choose to eat outside or purchase your meals at the lodge for those 2 days.

• Accommodation the previous Night in San José, and/or any accommodation after the course.

• Personal and visa expenses, laundry expenses during your stay at Tiskita Lodge

• Medical Insurance (mandatory), Travel insurance ( suggested)

• Other Suggested books and reading material recommended

• Any additional healing treatments, massages, psychological support, transportation or else not included in the program

• Additional nights to the 21 nights included in the course, and or any nights after the course ( but can be arranged upon request)

• Any additional tours such as horseback riding, surfing lessons etc.

+ Costs and accommodation options

To secure your spot a deposit $500 USD is needed. Please note your deposit is non refundable yet applicable to any other retreat or training offered by Pranaluz during 1 year after your booking date.

We offer the following all inclusive packages in Single/Double or Triple Room.

• SINGLE ROOM USD$4600

• DOUBLE ROOM USD$3900

• TRIPPLE ROOM $3600

Limited space 20 students.