Our Peru Yoga Teacher Training program is held in the Andean village of Arin in the Sacred Valley Peru. For more than 10 years we have been working with the locals of the Sacred Valley. The indigenous knowledge and spiritual practices are still found in this special land of the Incans. The deep connection that the local Qero have with the land and the magical energy of these mountains have continued to draw us back to learn and grow.
The destination
Our yoga retreats in Peru are held at an Eco Resort near Arin, a small village near Calca in the middle of the Incas Sacred Valley. The resort is located at the base of the sacred mountains Pitisuray and Sawasiray right underneath the beautiful Arin waterfall. It is in the heart of the Sacred Valley only 1 hour away from Cusco and 2 hours from the majestic archaeological site of Machu Picchu.
The center is eco-friendly, made from local materials, and offers lush flower gardens, fruit trees, hummingbirds, majestic rocks, cleansing waterfalls, hammocks, delicious vegetarian cuisine, and stunning views of the Apus (sacred mountains) and surrounding lands. The eco-resort maintains an appreciation for the balance and purity of nature. The space is a secluded oasis and ideal for your own spiritual growth.
The rooms are themed and each room offers a reflection of the Peruvian culture surrounded by beautiful gardens. The meals are sourced from locally-grown produce on this abundant land, prepared lovingly with the freshest ingredients. The experience offers a deep connection to nature and the spirit of Peru.
Highlights:
Find a connection of the physical, mental, and spiritual level
Go deep into your process of self-transformation and healing in a safe and supportive environment
Experience Peru through local plants and ceremony
Learn a holistic approach to teaching as you connect with nature, spirit, and your own intuition
Feel yourself become empowered as you tap into the ancient wisdom of the Sacred Valley.
Daily meditation, yoga, spiritual lessons
Kirtan
Becoming a certified yoga teacher! (Yoga Alliance approved)
Ceremonies with Andean shamans (Quero, Ayamara)
Visit indigenous villages in the Sacred Valley and explore sacred ruins (Incan and pre)
Temescal (sacred sweat lodge ceremony)
Hiking in the surrounding sacred mountains
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About The Host
We are a Yoga family of dedicated yoga teachers and healers who are here to support you along your yogic journey. Whether you are interested in deepening your yoga practice or becoming empowered as a Registered Yoga Teacher our facilitators have the experience and knowledge to help guide you there. Our teachers are highly skilled in the arts of facilitating group healing and transformation through yoga asana, meditation, pranayama, ceremony, spiritual lessons, special yogic topics, Ayurveda, music, artistic expression, dance, and more.
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Who is this training for?
Our programs are geared towards practitioners of all levels and all ages. We teach adjustment and modifications so the practice can be adapted to meet the needs of a diverse audience. Whether it is your intention to step into your calling as a yoga teacher or to learn the foundations of yoga and deepen your practice, this program will be equally informative and transformative. We have students attending from all over the world and welcome the diversity in our groups.
What is the style of yoga practiced?
The style of yoga we share is a mindful vinyasa flow based practice that allows one to find connection and embark upon an insightful journey within. We link breath and movement to emphasize meditation and to find stillness in motion. This practice become a sacred prayer to our body, to access the stillness of the mind and to connect with spirit. The experience is deeply intentional as we honor yogic philosophy and invite our soul to look inward and find peace with what is present.
Our sequence is rooted in traditional Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa practices but has evolved to meet the needs of the modern yogi. We offer a holistic and well rounded approach, balancing the Yin and Yang, the passive and active, the lunar and solar, the feminine and masculine energies to leave one feeling centered and harmonious. Not only does this practice offer physical benefits, but it works on the energetic and spiritual forms as well, tapping into the wisdom of ancient yogic teachings while connecting to Earth Medicine and exploring the Elements as a path to transformation and Union with all that is.
We build a solid foundation for our students to then expand upon as they find their voices as teachers or in their own personal practice. We emphasis an embodied understanding of poses and alignment, intelligent sequencing and transitions while embracing grace, ease and fluidity. With this deeper awareness and understanding of the body, we can come into full alignment with mind, body, spirit and our life’s purpose.
How long do I need to practice yoga for to join?
There are no requirements to join, so long as you have an interest in yoga and meditation and a desire to deepen that connection. We do recommend to cultivate a steady personal practice prior to arrival if possible to prepare your body and mind for the journey ahead. We offer online videos that you can practice along with to prepare.
Is this a Yoga Alliance Certified school?
Yes. We are a Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance at the 200-hour and 300-hour Level as well as a Continuing Education Provider (YA-CEP). Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate from Sacred Paths Yoga and will be able to register with Yoga Alliance as a RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher).
What is Yoga Alliance?
Yoga Alliance® is the largest internationally recognized registering body for yoga teachers, studios and schools and is the largest nonprofit association representing the yoga community. Yoga Alliance provides a set of educational standards for yoga schools that specify hours of study in certain Educational Categories, to ensure schools provide thorough training to yoga teachers that will enable them to teach safely and competently.
What will I gain from this experience?
We have developed this experience to be much more than a platform to learn the foundations of yoga but as a transformative and life enhancing experience. Our graduates often report that our programs provide an opportunity for self-inquiry, healing and growth. You will gain all the tools necessary to empower your practice and/or begin teaching while embarking on a journey for the soul.
Can I teach right away after finishing the course?
Yes, you will be empowered with all of the tools necessary to begin your yoga teaching journey. You will gain experience during the course through peer teaching and can then register with Yoga Alliance immediately after successful completion of the program.
How many hours of Yoga do we practice every day?
We have a 2-hour asana practice in the morning and a 2-3 hour asana workshop in the afternoon. The total asana practice each day is 4-5 hours.
Are there days off during the Yoga Teacher Training Courses?
Yes, we typically have 3 days off during the 200hr program and 4 days off during the 300hr, occurring every 5th day.