13 Day 100-Hour Introductory Yoga Instructor Training in Amorgos, Greece
Introductory Yoga Instructor Training in Greece
Aegialis School of Yoga welcomes you to explore your yoga journey and deepen your yoga knowledge with this 100-hour yoga training at one of the most famous yoga destinations in the world. Established in its high end yoga facilities and being a top yoga and meditation retreat destination, this is an amazing opportunity to expand your yoga knowledge and asana practice on Amorgos Island, known for its high terrestrial magnetism and peaceful energy.
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Highlights
- Complimentary yoga props
- Study manual and goody bag
- Transfers from Amorgos port to the hotel on arrival
- Transfers from hotel to Amorgos port on departure
- Complimentary use of the spa facilities – hammam, sauna, jacuzzi, indoor seawater pool
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the award-winning restaurant
- Luxury accommodation for 12 nights
- One hour full body massage
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Yoga styles
Accommodation
Facilities
- Gym
- Hot tub / Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Spa
- Swimming pool (indoor)
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Poolside bar
- Restaurant
- Yoga shala
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hair salon
Welcome to an oasis of luxury and peace where you will experience comfort, elegance, and plenty of inspiration. Famous for being a top yoga destination worldwide, at Aegialis Hotel and Spa, they offer 5 beautiful yoga shalas and an outdoor rooftop with direct views to the crystal clear Aegean sea and the Amorgian mountainous landscape.
Each shala comes with high-end complimentary props and unique energy of tranquility and bliss. They have welcomed over 700 yoga groups from all over the world to experience the magic of Amorgos Island with Aegialis. Every year, more than 2000 yoga enthusiasts come to Aegialis to explore their yoga, meditation, and wellness practices. Your experience here will be one of tranquillity, transformation, and joy. They are happy to welcome you to their beautiful island.
Experience 5-star luxury in an island famous for having one of the highest magnetic fields in the world. Located on a slight hill overlooking the entire Aegiali Bay, Aegialis Hotel & Spa offers you a front-row seat to sea views and the majestic mountainous landscape of the island. This is a prime location, with only a short walk to the beach and the Aegiali shops.
During your yoga teacher training here you may choose from single or double occupancy rooms. All rooms come with sea views and elegant decor, to provide you with inspiration and overall relaxing experience.
Program
This course is a preparatory training program for individuals, yoga enthusiasts, and yoga practitioners who wish to gain an introduction to the yoga philosophy and an in-depth look at asanas, including correct alignment, benefits and contraindications.
This is an intensive 100-hour yoga instructor training where you will learn a lot, challenge your self-limited beliefs and deepen your asana practice and yoga philosophy knowledge. You will learn from our highly skilled teachers and be inspired by the powerful energy of the island. In this course, you will get an introduction into the yoga philosophy, learn the asanas with an emphasis on alignment and anatomy and explore the yoga lifestyle in depth.
What you will get
- Study and practice of the asanas with a specific focus on benefits and alignment
- Introduction to different asana practice styles
- Introduction to yoga philosophy
- Introduction to Ashtanga—the eightfold path
- Study of pranayama techniques and daily pranayama practice
- Daily meditation sessions
- Introduction to mantras and mudras – theory and practical
- Introduction to anatomy and the body systems
Sample schedule
- 06:00 - 06:30 Meditation / pranayama
- 06:30 - 07:00 Tea and fruit
- 07:00 - 08:15 Asana practice
- 08:15 - 09:30 Breakfast overlooking the sea
- 09:45 - 13:00 Theory / yoga philosophy
- 13:00 - 13:30 Group discussion
- 13:30 - 14:30 Lunch (1 hour)
- 14:30 - 15:00 Break / personal time
- 15:00 - 17:30 Theory / yoga philosophy
- 17:30 - 17:45 Break
- 17:45 - 19:00 Asana practice
- 19:00 - 20:30 Dinner
- 20:30 - 22:00 Personal time
- 22:00 Sleep
There will be 11 days with instruction in total. There are no classes on arrival and departure days.
Certification
This course is a Yoga Alliance International (YAI) approved training. Upon successful completion of this 100-hour training, you will receive a certificate from Aegialis School of Yoga and you will also be eligible to receive a certificate from YAI, which is an "Instructor Certificate". Please keep in mind that with this "Instructor Certificate", you are not yet a registered yoga instructor. To be fully registered as a yoga teacher, you must take the complete 200 hours YTT. In other words, this certification is not a qualification to teach yoga. This comes with the next 200 hours of yoga teacher training.
Included excursions
During your time at Aegialis school of yoga, you will also explore the beauty of Amorgos island with planned a guided island tour to the island’s most iconic sights, and an introduction into the famous herbs of the island.
Instructors
Miriam Indries
Miriam is a certified yoga teacher trainer (E-RYT 500 and E-CYT 500). With vast experience in teaching asana and meditation as well as yoga teacher training, she is devoted to her mission and service of sharing the yoga philosophy. She spent time in India, studying yoga philosophy and advanced asana practice, and has written articles in many top yoga and wellness magazines internationally. Miriam also studied and qualified as an Ayurveda practitioner and has qualifications in psychology and neurolinguistic programming (NLP).
Kalliovi Giannakopoulou
In 2012, she completed her 200-hour.Ashtanga Teacher Training with Caroline Klebl. Since 2014, she has been the Manager of Lalon Idor Spa. Married to Stavros Loulourgas and a mother of two wonderful children. In 2020, she had her Teacher Training for Aerial Kids Yoga and in the same year, Kalliovi completed another 200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training with Miriam Indries at Aegialis School of Yoga. Grateful for life, she is a giving person, ready to spread positive energy and love.
Retreat location
This yoga introductory instructor training is held in Aegiali, Amorgos Island, Greece.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Enjoy delicious fresh food at award-winning Ambrosia Gallery Restaurant. You will be served an abundant breakfast buffet daily, as well as a tasty lunch and dinner. They use fresh food and locally grown vegetables and a variety of spices grown on the island. The meals are all vegetarian and vegan. Please let the school know at the time of your booking if you have any specific dietary requirements.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
Exploring Amorgos Island
Amorgos island offers many opportunities to enjoy its natural beauty. There are over a dozen walking trails, with the most amazing views. Discover the authenticity of the island from the local villages. Visit Amorgian traditional houses, meet the locals and learn about the island’s unique customs.
By far one of the most unique experiences on the island is a visit to the Monastery of Hozoviotissa (which is included in the excursions). Located near the famous Agia Anna beach, this important Greek monument has great historical significance to the country as it is the second ever built church in Greece. Built 300 meters above sea level, the upward journey to the actual landmark provides a peaceful walk with breathtaking views of the Big Blue.
Amorgos has plenty of beautiful beaches, some of the most popular being Agia Anna, Agios Pavlos, Mouros and Aegiali. Whether you prefer sand or pebbles, everything is possible in Amorgos. You can swim in the crystal-clear water or enjoy the beach life, relaxing on the sun loungers and under the beach umbrellas, which some of the beaches provide.
Spa treatments
You will receive a complimentary full body massage from the highly skilled therapists at Lalon Idor Spa. Other body and beauty treatments are available from the spa menu at an additional cost.
You are also welcome to relax, rejuvenate, and pamper yourself at the Lalon Idor Spa complex. You can enjoy complimentary use of sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, and indoor salt-water pool, which comes with a water cannon and a flowing stream.
What's included
- Luxury accommodation for 12 nights
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at award-winning restaurant
- Complimentary yoga props
- Study manual and goody bag
- Transfers from Amorgos port to the hotel on arrival
- Transfers from hotel to Amorgos port on departure
- One-hour full body massage
- Complimentary use of the spa facilities (hammam, sauna, jacuzzi, indoor seawater pool)
What's not included
- Airport tickets
- Ferry tickets
- Transfers from airport to Piraeus port on arrival and return
- Everything else not mentioned in the inclusion
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos Airport)
212 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by plane
Please book your flight to arrive at Athens International Airport (ATH). Amorgos does not have an airport but is easily reached with daily ferries and high-speed vessels. Athens International Airport (ATH) is the most convenient to arrive. Transfer from and to the airport using a private transfer service from the hotel is available upon request.
Arrival by bus
To arrive by bus to the port of Piraeus, the Express bus X96 leaves every 20 minutes during the day and every 40 minutes at night from the Athens International Airport Arrivals Level (between Entrance 4 and 5) to 'Karaiskaki Square' in Piraeus, right outside the ferry port. The ticket costs 5 EUR. The trip takes from about 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and a half.
Arrival by train
To arrive by train/metro to the port of Piraeus, the subway will take you from the airport to Monastiraki station. There you will change to line 1 (green line). The end of line 1 is Piraeus station, just outside the entrance to the ferry port. The journey time from Athens International Airport to the port of Piraeus is about one hour. Trains are every half hour, with the first service departing the airport at 05:30 and the last service at 23:30.
Arrival by taxi
Arriving by taxi to the port of Piraeus is the most hassle-free way. The drive from the airport to the port takes 45 to 60 minutes.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 15 days before arrival.
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