Accommodation

You have the option of staying in a dorm or in private bungalows.

The tuition fee includes the dorm option in your package price, if you wish to upgrade, you can do so by choosing a bungalow of your choice.

Program

Develop intelligent, intentional, and inspiring experiences that contain the essence of teachings - Yoga beyond Asana

Experience, Learn & Teach 5-Element Embodiment Practices, integrating Somatic & Prana Flow Tools,

Find your Authentic Voice as a facilitator, learn to share your gift with integrity and led your intuition guide you

Hone the Art of Teaching & Space-holding for healing and transformation

Learn how to hold safe and trauma-informed spaces, in intuitive and attuned

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Elevate your Alignment & Instruct/Access Advanced Postures confidently.
Master the Art of Touch and Skillful Hands-on Assists and Adjustments
14-nights accommodation included on the basic tuition package - Dorms included *Upgrades to a variety of beach bungalow accommodations available to suit your budget
Twice daily Yoga, breath, and meditation classes led by Janine, Hayley & and guest teachers
Healthy and delicious vegetarian brunch daily at our on-site beach restaurant *Program Highlights: Inspiring educational lectures, in-depth discussions, workshops, uplifting music, dance, and movement sessions,
Sunrise nature hikes to stunning lookout, Daily access to one of the most pristine quartz-crystal islands, surrounded by the natural beauty of the island’s lush jungles and turquoise beach waters
Amazing community + new soul friends - Deepening bonds with an international Yoga community
Certification & Support: Pre and post-retreat support, Teacher training course essentials, manual, and certification, Certificate upon successful completion,

During our course, practitioners and teachers wil be encouraged to think outside the box. Combining and integrating different aspects and approaches in order to create harmony and balance. Integrating new tools, allowing creative energy to flow, without losing the tradition.

1. Advanced alignment and biomechanics of the body (20H)

Drawn from the wisdom of traditional Hatha and Iyengar yoga, you will explore advanced alignment in posture through the comprehension of the biomechanics of the body and the purpose of specific Asana groups and their effect on the body-mind system. This exploration will allow you to deepen your own practice and up-skill your teachings on the physical practice to an integrated holistic level, enhancing your ability to guide students towards a deeper understanding of their practice and their connection to the natural world.

2. The art of touch and hands on assists (20H)

Inspired by the renowned Jivamukti Yoga method, you'll be shown the art of skillfully adjusting and assisting the practice in a way that enables your students to experience a deeper state of yoga — both physically and energetically. You'll gain the ability to read and assist energy lines effortlessly, all while maintaining a safe and nurturing space. This skill will not only deepen your own practice but also enhance your effectiveness as a teacher, creating profound connections with your students.

3. Prana flow awakening tools and intuitive sequencing (20H)

Explore a set of intermediate to advanced Prana flow tools that will increase and exhilarate the flow of prana within you and your students. Drawing inspiration from the Kundalini yoga method, we'll delve into elements of Kriya yoga, which beautifully complement any yoga practice and elevate the energetic frequency of your classes. You'll learn how to intuitively choose and seamlessly incorporate these tools into your teaching, creating an authentic and transformative experience for your students.

4. Integrated teaching/art of teaching (20H)

Learn to create an experience of yoga! Yoga is much more than just the physical practice of posture. Although Asana is an important tool which serves as a gateway practice to yoga in the modern world, as a yoga teacher it should be our priority to teach/share yoga on an integrated level! Learn to conduct Dharma talks to evoke a thought process during your classes and seamlessly integrate the teachings of scripture into your classes. Learn how to integrate all aspects of yoga into your teachings, whilst still remaining true to yourself.

5. Somatics and embodiment practice/5 elements (20H)

Sense, feel, and heal through restoring and nourishing practices and teachings. This segment provides an opportunity to connect with your innermost nature while allowing your nervous system to restore to optimal health and well-being. Learn how to develop inner listening to the body's intelligence through somatic tools, including, Qi Gong, Tai Chi, dance elements and other embodiment practices, based on the expression of the five elements that make up nature. Through your own experience, you will be able to share this healing experience with your own students.

Certifications

The course/hours count as Continuing Education hours for Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®) only.

Yoga teacher at a glance:

07:30 Meditation, pranayama, and contemplation / Hatha flow yoga practice
10:00 Tea and break
11:00 Asana alignment study, anatomy, and adjustments
13:00 Lunch, beach, study, and relaxation
14.00 - 15.00 tea time
04:00 Art of teaching/teaching techniques / practicum
06:00 Evening Sadhana
07:00 Dinner time

Instructors

Janine Behrendt

4 Certificates

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Janine’s yoga journey started in 2008. First for the physical practice but not long after that, for the feeling of wholeness, a calm mind, and the ability to see things differently. Over the past 10 years, she completed around 1200 hours of training including multi-style, Jivamukti, and Yin yoga. Her love for yoga became her life path and Janine feels that it is her social duty (dharma) to share the healing power of yoga and breathwork with as many others as possible. Her teaching comes with integrity and passion. It is of importance to her to pass these qualities to all future yoga teachers.

Hayley Nariyah

Hayley Nariyah is an internationally certified yoga, Qigong, and Pilates teacher, a gifted energy healer, and qualified bodyworker with over 1,100 hours in qualifications and registered trainings. Mainly schooled in Asia, she brings the traditional ancient lineages to relatable modern day practices, curating classes and sessions based on each individual student and group's needs, for ultimately relieving stress in rebalancing the body and the mind. Nariyah is highly experienced in holistic yoga, working with yoga as therapy.

Bipin Yogi

Bipin was born and raised in Rishikesh, India, a place renowned for its deep Yoga traditions. Driven by a profound passion for Yoga, Bipin has earned multiple certifications in various Yoga styles, including Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga and more. With a commitment to sharing the transformative power of Yoga, he offers a rich and diverse approach to teaching, aiming to inspire and guide practitioners and instructors at all levels.

Retreat location

This course will take place in the beautiful Koh Phangan, Thailand The Sanctuary is a place to simply ‘be’. Reconnect and explore yourself thoughtfully and energetically. Think of them as your recharging point on your journey.

The Sanctuary aims to provide a unique and enriching experience, fuelled by magical people, healing opportunities and a beautiful, restful setting. Through their personal and well thought out menu to the Wellness Centre, to the Spa; The Sanctuary always has their minds on self-care, comfort and harmony. They work to balance the body, mind and soul. All this heaven is kept safe by the mystical Thai sea. Dive deeper into self-awareness and fun with a retreat like no other. Welcome to your home away from home.

The staff here are a wonderful mix of Thai, Karen refugees from the North of Thailand and Burmese migrant workers.

The Sanctuary Family is diverse but they all have the home in the bay in common. The Sanctuary has been a small family run business since 1991; welcoming all who make it to our remote bay with open arms.

Let The Sanctuary and the bay look after you.

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Food

After each morning practice, there will be a healthy nutritious brunch buffet. The sanctuary kitchen is famous for their delicious health orientated cooking and offers a wide range of meals that are not miss out on.

Therefore during the evenings, we encourage you to order a la card or even try out some of the nearby restaurants, of which there isn’t many, as we are in a secluded area, but the ones we have are providing excellent food and services, reaching from western to traditional Thai and Ayurvedic detox/cleanse food.

The following meals are included:

Brunch

The following drinks are included:

Water
Coffee
Tea
Detox juices

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:

Gluten Free
Fruitarian
Ayurvedic

If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation

Things to do (optional)

E-foil
Paddle boarding
Cacao ceremony
Ecstatic dance

Spa treatments

World class healing treatments with som of our amazing healers at the *Tea temple
Massages
Ayurvedic consultation
TCM consultation

What's included

100 hour program
Daily post-practice brunch
14 nights accommodation (dorm included)
Certificate of completion

What's not included

Arrival and departure
Transfers
Lunch and dinner

How to get there

Recommended Airports

USM

Samui Airport

16 km

Transfer not provided

Arrival by airplane and boat

Please book your flight to arrive at Samui Airport (USM). The retreat centre is on Koh Phangan and can be reached via boat taxi from Har in beach. The ferry goes all day til 17:00 to get to the other island.

Cancellation Policy

A reservation requires a deposit of 25% of the total price.
The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.

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1. Advanced alignment and biomechanics of the body (20H)

2. The art of touch and hands on assists (20H)

3. Prana flow awakening tools and intuitive sequencing (20H)

4. Integrated teaching/art of teaching (20H)