Central and South America are one of the most unique, exotic locations to do yoga teacher training. The options can be difficult to sort through, so we’ve collected the best options for you here, complete with all the information you need to quickly narrow your choice. Enjoy!
Blue Osa Yoga Teacher Training- Costa Rica
This advanced course is for serious yoga teachers who want to make a difference in this world and uncover the potential that yoga can bring into their life. A key component will be a very detailed pranayama work, which will lead you to look deeply into your own questions and life purpose so that in the future you will be able to share this knowledge with your students.
You will also learn about anatomy and physiology, correlations between the energetic and physical body, chakra work, yoga philosophies and lifestyle, ethics of yoga. There will be time for practicing teaching, receiving feedback, observing each other, and assisting each other. You couldn’t wish for a better location as the virgin Costa Rican rainforest provides all the quiet and close to nature environment you could wish for, 50 meters from the beach the view will provide you with instant peace.
Blue Osa is an eco-resort, therefore don’t be surprised not to find air conditioning, television or hairdryers. They have created a wonderful and comfortable place to stay and have surprisingly clever alternative solutions to minimize the carbon footprint in the world. Meals, accommodation and the course is included in the price.
- Price: from $4020
- Duration: 29 days
- Website: http://www.blueosa.com
- Yoga Style: Anusara, Hatha, Vinyasa
East + West YTT 200 Hour Costa Rica
East+West is one of the largest international yoga teacher trainer institutes in the world. Their yoga alliance accredited 200 hour training in Costa Rica is held at The stunning Salvatierra Resort in Playa Cayote, Costa Rica. The resort is located on one of the most stunning beaches in all of Costa Rica and makes for perfect access to daily dips in the ocean and surfing. This program is unique in Costa Rica in that they bring teachers from India to co-lead the training with western professionals. It’s a truly modern training that will prepare you with all the realistic professional skills you’ll need to teach in an urban studio but is also deeply rooted in the spiritual yogic traditions of India.
Their all-inclusive option covers the training, training materials, 20 nights lodging, hotel transfer and 3 meals daily.
Website: East + West award-winning Yoga teacher training
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Length: 21 days
Price: $4,250 – $6,250 USD
Yoga Style: Hatha, Vinyasa
The Sanctuary Yoga Training – Costa Rica
The Tantric Alchemy Institute is a modern yoga school running this 300-hour yoga teacher training, lead by Liz Lindh, implementing classical values and studies of yoga to create a very strong foundation for students and help further develop their sadhana.
The term ‘alchemy’ indicates the transformational aspect of this course, how using your energy helps to change your experience on the earth. You will also focus on deeper asana practice, pranayama practices, mudra, mantra, bandha, Sanskrit language, meditation, and ritual. Together with the very traditional values of yoga, will be added several subjects complementing this program, such as Ayurveda, astrology, and Vastu.
Overall a very interesting and well-rounded course for advanced practitioners of yoga. The Sanctuary of two rivers is located in a very special environment, as the Nicola Peninsula is one of only 5 Blue Zones of the whole world. Nestled between two rivers, nature, waterfalls and diverse flora and fauna will amaze everyone visiting the place.
The price includes 3 vegetarian meals and unlimited drinks, the training, accommodation, daily housekeeping, full access to facilities and all taxes. Transportation, required texts, and staff gratuity are paid as extra. This is a Yoga Alliance certified school.
- Price: from $5400
- Duration: 28 days
- Website: https://www.sanctuaryattworivers.com/
- Yoga Style: Ayurveda, Bikram, Anusara, Hatha, Kundalini, Vinyasa, Yin, Kriya, Restorative, Ashtanga, Viniyoga
VY Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training – Mayan Riviera, Mexico
Away from distractions, surrounded by nature, you will definitely get a deep connection to your soul during this 300-hour yoga teacher course. Your home during the course will be in the middle of an exotic jungle in Ozen Cocom, which is an eco-village with very unique architecture and a place for conscious living.
The study of Vinyasa yoga will be the main focus, practicing asanas and sequencing different styles of yoga classes, how to teach a yoga class safely and effectively. You will also learn about Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, and dive into a deep self-discovery.
The price will not include your flights and transportation, but you will enjoy daily meals, accommodation, and tuition during your stay. In Mexico, this is rated to one of the best yoga schools, and your certification will be Yoga Alliance approved.
- Price: from $3740
- Duration: 35 days
- Website: http://www.sanaratulum.com/
- Yoga Style: Vinyasa
YiA Yoga Teacher Training- Boquete, Panama
If you would like to explore different types of meditation, physical alignment and expand your knowledge about holistic yoga, you are at the right place. By finding out about the Brahmacharya and learning how to take care of your physical body with the help of Ayurvedic practices you will discover many new ways of implementing meditation, self-adjustment techniques, and much more.
This immersion yoga certification course will require some preparation and 100 % dedication. Nestled amongst mountains, on-site accommodation will be available at San Miguel Boutique Cabañas, which is surrounded by gorgeous gardens equipped with wifi, hot water, and all necessities.
The accommodation allows you to bring friends and family along should you wish. Accommodation and the course and manuals are included in the price. You will have to organize your own airfare, meals, spa treatments, excursions, and activities.
- Price: from $3200
- Duration: 27 days
- Website: http://www.go2yia.yoga
- Yoga Style: Ayurveda, Tantra
Kula Collective Teacher Training- Urubamba, Peru
This 300-hour yoga teacher training in the Peruvian Amazon is a balanced combination of traditions of yoga, shamanism, and Ayurveda. To help you achieve a relaxed body and a focused mind you will be guided through a self-cleanse and opening, self-diagnosis of energy flows in the body or blockages, and in the last phase, you will work to free up these energetic blocks.
You will also learn about creating plant-based medicines and the use of them. Experiencing plant baths is a truly unique experience and the aim of it is to wash away stagnant energy. The Sacred Valley of Peru is a really powerful energetic center in the world, close to nature and amongst locals, surrounded by ancient monuments and sights, the energy flows here in symbiosis with the yoga practice.
Meals, accommodation, and practices are included in the price. This school is part of the Yoga Alliance.
- Price: from $5500
- Duration: 31 days
- Website: https://www.thekulacollective.com
- Yoga Style: Ayurveda, Ashtanga
School Yoga Institute – Cuzco, Peru
This 300-hour shamanic yoga teacher course will combine the ancient pre – Incan practices of healing and plant wisdom with the teachings of yoga helping you discover deeper self-awareness and a learning path. Using the guidance of the four wind directions, they will help you recognize your emotional patterns and the attachments of the mind.
By that, you can learn new dimensions of your true life passions and the gifts within you. You will also deepen your knowledge of anatomy, yogic foundation, explore new ways of teaching and co-creating. There are different specific themes that you can choose from and complete your 300 hour Yoga Alliance certified training.
Sacha Munay Yoga and Retreat Centre is located in Arin Valley underneath a beautiful waterfall, amongst native locals, nature and the magical atmosphere you will definitely have a fantastic experience. Meals, accommodation, and different activities are included in the price.
- Price: from $4100
- Duration: 26 days
- Website: https://schoolyogainstitute.com
- Yoga Style: Ayurveda, Tantra
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