Yoga in the World now offers advanced 300 hour training modules. All hours of advanced training with Yoga in the World will qualify towards receiving a 300 hour designation with the yoga alliance. 

Mantra and Mandala- 50 Hours

Where: Pura Vida Resort- Costa Rica

When: July 29-August 2 2016

Course description: 

In common use, mandala has become a generic term for any diagram, chart or geometric pattern that represents the cosmos, metaphysically or symbolically; a microcosm of the universe.  In a yoga practice, a mandala flow represents moving in a circular motion around your mat.  In a mandala yoga class, creative sequencing moves the body through various planes of direction. Physically this type of yoga strengthens and improves flexibility through the the principle of muscle confusion.  Emotionally and mentally,  it is also keeps things moving and flowing in all directions; literally opening ourselves to all possibilities that life is offering.

In this course we will learn sequencing methodology to create advanced yoga sequences that move in a mandala around the mat.  The focus will be taken away from the traditional linear back and forth movements on the mat, and will emphasize creativity required to move a class in a circular motion while using traditional yoga asana.

The mantra portion of this training will focus on traditional sanskrit mantras, but will also incorporate modern mantras.  We will learn mantra, chant mantra, and incorporate mantra into mandala classes.

The length of this 50 hour course is 5 days.

Sample schedule:

6:30 7:00 a.m.  Mantra and Meditation

7:00 - 8:30 a.m. AsanaPractice #1 of the day

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.  Breakfast

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.  Asana lecture

10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Practice/Practicum

11:30 - 12:30  Yoga history/Philosophy

12:30 - 3:30 p.m.  Lunch/Free time/homework, etc.

3:30 - 4:30 p.m.  Pranayama & Meditation lectures

4:30 - 6:00 p.m.  Asana Practice #2 of the day

6:00 - 6:30 p.m.  Feedback, Journals, etc.

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.  Anatomy

7:30 p.m. -  Dinner, free time. etc.

Total 9 contact hours daily starting on July 29th so you need to arrive at the resort  on July 28 and depart on August 3rd. and will need six nights of accommodation. 

Yin- 50 Hours

Where: Pura Vida Resort- Costa Rica

When: August 4- August 8th 

Course Description:

Explore the healing side of yoga with this exploratory course in hands on adjustments, and yin yoga.  Our program offers twice daily live classes to apply knowledge and techniques introduced during lectures. 

What is Yin Yoga?

Yin yoga poses apply moderate stress to the connective tissues—the tendons, fascia, and ligaments—with the aim of increasing circulation in the joints and improving flexibility. They are also designed to improve the flow of qi,  the subtle energy said in Chinese medicine to run through the meridian pathways of the body. Improved qi flow is hypothesized to improve organ health, immunity, and emotional well-being. A more meditative approach to yoga, yin aims at cultivating awareness of one's inner silence, and bringing to light a universal, interconnecting quality.

What's included:

  • Training provided by YITW founders Anayra and Victoria
  • Accommodations 
  • Three healthy, organic, meals provided by the gourmet chefs at Pura Vida resort
  • Two daily yoga classes
  • Certificate of completion with hours to be applied towards the Yoga in the World 300 hour certification

Prices per 50 hour training module

Room details and pictures available on rrresorts.com

Occupancy                        Double              Single          Triple 

Tent                                  $1,185                 $1,395

Aframe                               $1,355               $1,695 

Vista                                   $1,370               $1,720

Kiva Upper                          $1,415               $1,790 

Tri-Level/Villa                      $1440                $1,840         $1310

Zendo                                 $1,525               $1,990 

Lila                                      $1,555               $2,040 

Pagoda                               $1,700                $2,290