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29 Day 200-Hour Holistic Yoga and Sound Therapy Teacher Training Koh Yao Noi, Thailand

March 1-29 | November 15-December 13, 2025
    from US$ 2,749
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    Roni Jones

    Dimitri Miteff

    Kimberly Ashton

    Lesley (Shakti) Cabral

    Reviews (18)

    Anonymous

    from India, September 2024

    "Amazing course, a deep journey into sound healing "

    Amazing course with very knowledgeable instructors.There was so much packed in to the 7 days left us wanting more.Dimitri’s knowledge about what he teaches is another level .His passion for what he does comes across into his teaching and Roni has her calm and beautiful presence.We were so lucky to have them and meet all the others on the course who were also beautiful souls.You come away ready to start your journey as a sound healer or just having an incredible fun experience.Must mention I loved the Gongs 😊Will definitely go back to more advanced courses with them anytime.👍🙏

    Jan Pichler

    from Italy, May 2024

    "Slice of Paradise "

    This immersive experience, of spending one month on a little nature rich island with wonderful people from all walks of life + doing a Yoga Teacher Training, felt like paradise.

    The people met, the stories shared and the lessons learned will forever be imprinted in my grateful heart.

    If you’re looking for a Yoga Teacher Training that will give you all the necessary tools that you need, than I can 100% and wholeheartedly recommend doing it with Pure Nature Yoga and Roni (your main Yoga Teacher) as your guide.

    Roni has not only built a fantastic team that will hold space for you in this month, but also brings decades of dedication and knowledge with her. You can hear that every word she says comes from an ocean of wisdom.

    Personally I didn’t know which course to pick. I intuitively choose this one and went with it. Looking back now, I can say that it was one of my single best decisions I’ve ever made.

    I’ve realised again that I spent waaay too much time in my head and that I was unconsciously running away form the soft whisper of my heart that tried to guide me in life. Once I’ve learned to listen to my heart again, I’ve gained a level of aliveness that I’ve been longing for.

    Everything that you’ll learn in this Training is reason enough to do it, but on top of that you’ll create life long memories, friends for life, and hopefully a lasting positive impact on your life and everyone that come in contact with you.

    + the Sound Baths are out of this world.

    Monique Giroux

    from Australia, April 2024

    "You will thank yourself "

    You will thank yourself for taking this training. Roni's teachings are comprehensive and go above and beyond the standard requirements of a 200 hr YTT with a holistic, hatha yoga style and thorough knowledge of meditation while Dimitry teaches sound therapy and leads powerful ceremonies throughout the training. All of this is in a peaceful tropical setting where you'll leave this community reluctantly after a month of making friends with the students and friendly locals. This place and experience has been imprinted on my heart.

    Jacqueline Pedersen

    from Denmark, September 2023

    "Amazing"

    The yoga teacher training with Roni and her team was amazing. I didn’t really know what to expect when entering this journey but I got so much more than I could have ever imagined. The team works so well and compliments each other very good. The surroundings were stunning and the classes was at a very high level. I loved that the group was small and I felt like everyone was being seen and heard. A very good environment for learning. I’ve learnt so much more than I could ever imagine. Both about yoga but also about myself. I don’t ever regret spending a month here and I would love to come back for a 300 hour teacher training some time in the future. I feel confident to teach yoga now and I’m very excited to continue to develop my own practice. Thank you so much to all four of you, for this amazing experience.

    Adrien Gorrell

    from France, July 2023

    "Pure nature yoga :)"

    Imagine yourself at 7 am, eyes closed, sitting in the Bahkti Hall. Around you, beautiful souls in silence. Only the sounds of the jungle to your ears. The intense gratefulness to live this moment. Almost tears to your eyes as you simply notice. Everything that’s always been there, that you stopped looking.

    You’re about to practice. Barely awake, you get ready to take care of your body. Exploring its limits with curiosity and softness. Fully present to the experience. Sharing this intention with those that surround you, from all walks of life.

    What a beautiful thing to take care of oneself « together ».

    —

    When I booked this retreat, I didn’t think twice. There weren’t many testimonials but I knew it felt right. I didn’t check any other retreat, it was just it.

    Was I sure to make lifelong friends? No. Did I believe I would learn about my own essential nature? Not really. It didn’t matter: I wasn’t looking for that. I was looking for a time spent with others learning yoga teaching. Deepdiving into more understanding of this practice.

    Yet there was so much more to this training than this. I had to come back to my normal life to fully notice the change that happened in me. I could feel my essential nature now. I could feel it as I walked into these usual places of my daily life: a deep shift in perspective, new priorities, a different me ready to take a different route.

    Where will this retreat lead you? Closer to where you belong :)

    Shang Hui Chung

    from Malaysia, April 2023

    "Wholesome, transformative experience"

    I have never felt more whole than I do now.

    I have always been a part of the yoga community, but I never knew how much more there was to it. When I started my journey in this program, I had no idea how much it would change me, or how many different ways it would change me. It's not just about being able to teach others about yoga and its many benefits—it's about learning so much about yourself that you didn't even know was there until you started digging into it. It's about connecting with other people who share your passion for this lifestyle and making lifelong friends because of it. It's about finding your true calling, whatever that may be.

    The best part of this course was the holistic aspect. I learned so much about the physical, mental and spiritual components of yoga, and how they all work together.

    For me, this program has been so much more than just a way to make money: it has been an experience that has changed my life forever.

    Shang Hui Chung

    from Malaysia, April 2023

    Dimitri is passionate with acquiring and sharing knowledge. He loves to learn, and he has a way of imparting that knowledge to those around him. This passion has led him to be an incredibly effective teacher.

    The class size wasn't too big, which meant each of us could get a lot of attention from Dimitri. Dimitri also has sufficient instruments for the whole class to practise so that we could try out what we learned and see how it would work in real life.

    Dimitri's always willing to listen, but he also never hesitates to offer his insights. He cares deeply about us and our wellbeing, and it shows in how he carries himself.

    Petra Stanicka

    from Austria, April 2023

    "Unforgettable healing YTT ❤️🌺❤️"

    This YTT was extraordinary, very professional and absolutely recommendable to everyone who wants to learn / extend their knowledge about yoga, teaching or get an idea of holistic approach to yoga and health.

    The daily yoga practice and sound healings are an amazing start for your journey accompanied with lectures on Ayurveda and TCM.

    All teachers have a very therapeutic approach to yoga, every student can explore & discover the best suitable options for his/her body. You will learn how to prepare and do guided meditations, you will discover more about yin/restorative yoga, mental health, yoga psychology, how to prepare a class for students having postural imbalances, injuries or mental imbalances etc. The sound healing lectures & sessions are also very special and you will go through a journey you have never thought of. This month was such a healing journey to each of us. There was so much space for freedom and creativity, each of us brought something different to it and that was the best way to learn.

    Roni has a very inspiring and precise way of teaching, she is a real professional who can with ease explain even more profound topics.

    All teachers put so much effort to each second of this training, sharing what ever they could in this time with us & also gave us so much materials which we can always come back to.

    With a huge gratitude in my heart I wanna say thank you to all teachers & students for this incredible & unforgettable journey.

    With love Peti 🌺

    Daniela Zacharova

    from Germany, March 2023

    "An amazing experience beyond expectations"

    The level of professional and valuable teachings that both Roni and Dimitry brought to our group was just stunning. Even though, I have already experienced similar programs, this YTT was the best so far and would definitely recommend everyone to participate too. I know for sure, that I will continute my further yoga and holistic therapy education with pure nature yoga for sure.

    Camille Visage

    from France, September 2019

    "The start of a new beginning "

    When I looked for a TT, I was attracted to this one but I didn’t really know why. I followed my intuition and that was probably the best choice I could make. During this training we had classes given by very experienced teachers and we covered a rich variety of subjects to understand the whole meaning of Yoga.The place of the training was magic : wooden bungalows in Nature environment, facing the Ocean. The extra events (Sound Baths, full moon ceremonies, mantra evening...) made this experience unique. It is a training that can change your life. Not only by learning how to be a great yoga instructor but also by learning more about yourself and your true nature. That’s why after this wonderful experience I can say that this is just the start of my new beginning.

    Katie Jennings

    from United States, September 2019

    "A truly transformational experience"

    This training attracted me because of its holistic nature and I wasn’t disappointed. Of course we focused on Hatha yoga but we also had teachers who taught us about Traditional Chinese Medicine & Yin Yoga, anatomy taught by a highly qualified osteopath, Ayurveda, Restorative Yoga, sound healing, and nutrition. Throughout the training I had a personal transformation, as did most of the others in our group. This training will change your life forever and I thank Roni from the bottom of my heart.

    Christina Hoffer

    from Austria, September 2018

    "Grateful"

    It was an intense month full of education, empowerment and transformation. I am still looking for words to describe the gratitude in my heart. Roni and Dimitri are so special and created a perfect structured,well prepared training and papers. Precicse lectures and life changing classes prepared me for going out there and teach. But also improved my personal practices and changed the way I deal with life and how I treat my body. The ceremonies and classes we took with Dimitri and Roni have been so much more than I ever expected.

    When you look for "pure yoga" and a month full of learning, improving and growing your personality and your own way of teaching yoga - you should go! The quality of the YTT is hard to find anywhere else.

    Roni, Dimitri: your words will guide me through my yoga life but also my whole way of living.

    Jen Bell

    from United States, August 2018

    "Grateful"

    Roni and Dimitri's teacher training was wonderful. When first looking for a teacher training, there were so many to choose from. Being a teacher myself in another field, and having studied educational pedagogy, for better or worse I can sometimes be sensitive to the organization and delivery of instruction. Both were true professionals and I really feel like I lucked out in selecting their program. I was so impressed with the well-rounded variety of areas they supplemented the teacher training with - yin, restorative, anatomy and physiology, subtle anatomy, special populations, voice control, and even marketing and jobs. They covered every base and more. There were a few comments from students that it was so much info to assimilate. That's actually the part I love. While they are incredibly thorough on the information that matters most, they introduce you to so many other integral parts that make up the various limbs of yoga and understand the importance of mindfulness, meditation, pranayama, and the subtle energy body. Collectively they both have so much experience and have done a phenomenal job of organizing both materials and experience into a solid program. Roni's kind composure and intelligent organization will keep you grounded, while Dimitri's playful heart will crack you open. They are a great balance for one another. As far as the island, I loved that it was on the quieter side. It was a great chance to focus and bond with the other students there.

    Laura Montgomery

    from United States, August 2018

    "Life Changing Training! "

    Roni and Dimitri established a beyond excellent environment of education and empowerment at this teacher training. Their level of professionalism, genuine kindness, and effort showed during this training from start to finish. I received more than I expected, both personally and as a yoga instructor. There were many aspects taught in this program and while it could have easily become overwhelming, Roni and Dimitri taught in the most logical and organized way. Their support was deeply appreciated. It is clear that they are passionate and purposeful in living out their dream and sharing it with the world. I am forever grateful.

    Zlata Golovkina

    from Germany, August 2018

    "Life-changing experience"

    Thanks a lot Roni qnd Dimitri for this wonderful programme! I feel empowered, more centered within and more grounded. It made me feel steonfer in my body and soul.

    As fas as the teaching part is concerned, I am surprised how fast the progress went and how much easier and clearer teaching looks like now. I thought I would never even think of teaching, but during the last week things changed, I got more confidence and understanding. I felt more familiar with asanas and wording, and this is all thanks to the structure and content of the program.

    I really liked that week 1 was dedicated to strengthening body, week 2 - strengthening the mind, and week 3 and 4 dealt more with ayurveda, chinese medicine and teaching itself. This was a gradual and seamless process.

    Plus, I met great people during the training and made new friends, which made the program even more interesting and fun.

    Jessa Leigh

    from United States, August 2017

    "More than I could have imagined"

    This experience with Pure Nature Yoga has compelled me to expand my dreams even further, while intelligently creating clarity in every part of my vision, regarding my career, that I had not yet found answers for. I am simply in awe of this whole chapter of my life. My gratitude is profound.