Hybrid Yoga Immersion 4 Days in Algarve shared apartment

2024 Dates:

July 19th-22nd: Accepting Applications

August 2nd-August 5th: Accepting Applications

Fall 200H/300H YTT 2 weeks 

October 1st-16th

October 22nd-November 4th

December 5th-18th

Treat yourself on this inspiring 4 Day Yoga TTC Journey authorized RYS 200/300 Hybrid (online /in person) experience authorized by Yoga Alliance RYT 200Hr world wide known certification.  Be awestruck by the beauty of praia da Rocha beach in Portimao, Algarve. Be surrounded by several stunning beach coasts such as the Benagil sea cave beach and grottos declared by the Huffington Post as one of “the most beautiful beaches in the world.”

Be inspired, meditate, go deeper into the practice, gain self confidence, contemplate, take home a valuable gift of restored health, and learn in depth about the art of teaching yoga, meditation, pranayama, yogic lifestyle and self-sustainability as a global yoga teacher. Participating in YTT training and Ayurveda massage training and applied yoga anatomy will transform and inspire you.

Our  teacher training program can be the first step in a life transformative journey of health and wellness. This is a one-of-a-kind, all inclusive retreat and YTTC training, which you will not find anywhere in the world! You will be learning from 8 highly experienced, talented, and compassionate instructors.

YTTC graduates describe our program as a life changing  and transformative experience!

Students have daily practice teaching their flows outdoors and indoors.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Yoga Alliance RYT 200 or RYT 300 Hour training and certificate
• Remaining training hours are completed online
• Daily Ashtanga and Vinyasa flow teacher training,
• Bonus Ayurveda Massage training, learn scalp/ head/face massage techniques to share with others!
• Variety of Daily Yoga 2X AM/PM Meditation, Breath Work Journeys and Pranayama ( or healing session e.g. Nada yoga)
• Receive a one-of-a-kind, all inclusive yoga retreat experience
• Walking distance to several breath taking, world class swimmable beaches
• Daily Alignment, Adjustments & Modification applied practice lessons in Ashtanga+ Vinyasa Flow
• Daily morning tea, coffee, snacks and daily organic, cold press fruit or green detox juices
•  Daily Vegetarian, detoxing meals
• Learn from 8 instructors, each of them invested in your growth and compassionately share with you their best tips, their strengths and expertise!
• 3 Nights in a spacious, newly renovated apartment style hotel, newly renovated yoga studio and restaurant. Everything is just a 3 minute walk from gorgeous praia da Rocha beach! Newly renovated apartment with swimming pool
• Introduction to Kirtan/Mantras with live performance with talented musicians,  Ayurveda Therapy massage, Usui Reiki, Tibetan Bowl Sound Journeys, Chakra balancing practices and Yoga Nidra Meditation
• Yoga Philosophy: How to apply 8 Limbs of Yoga into daily life, learn more about Patanjali Yoga
• Study The Patanjali Sutras and daily application of Yoga Teaching Methods, Yoga History, How to Sequence creative, challenging and fun Vinyasa flows for any ability
• Learn about Nutrition & Vegetarianism
• Daily Alignment/Adjustments practice with each other, Modules on applied Yoga anatomy in a practical, applied manner
• Sound Healing session with gongs, Tibetan Singing Bowls, crystals, angel cards and powerful Kirtan mantras and cacao ceremony celebration.
• Intimacy circle exercises, inner confidence building and let go of sub -conscious negative self limiting beliefs.
• Emotional release Breath Work and Ecstatic Dance
• Usui Reiki degree 1, 2 or 3 Certification (optional, please inquire)
• In-depth learning about yogic lifestyle
• Practice teaching yoga, breathing techniques, meditation everyday
• BONUS! The Online Blueprint portal: 100+ videos and content, your virtual reference video library, Vinyasa flows, Ashtanga, meditation scripts ect…that you may emulate when you return home to teach and share the practice with others.
• The Yoga Lifestyle Business training: The 12 month, 33 LIVE sessions in the Breakthroughs Acceleration Implementation Labs to launch your own yoga brand and grow your community of dream yoga students.
• The Pegasus course a 35 hour virtual training and Handbook: Train virtually with 12 experts in yoga and wellness branding

LOCATION FEATURES

• Hiking nearby
• Mountain walking/trekking nearby
• Stargazing
• Swimming pool
• Several world class beaches nearby
• Relaxing Dining area
• Garden
• Local markets nearby
• Tour assistance
• Boating
• Cycling
• Diving
• Hiking
• Kayaking
• Massage
• Reiki
• Snorkeling
• Stand up paddle boarding
• Surfing
• Self-service Kitchen
• Lounge area
• Newly renovated Yoga studio
• Free Wi-Fi
• Room cleaning, towel service

Praia da Rocha 5 star hotel option offers poolside sunsets

3 Nights accommodation: choose 5 star hotel, private apartment or shared. Please inquire for your preference to check availability, limited spots. Bend it like Buddha Yoga studio is a short 3 minute walk from the beautiful praia da rocha beach and nearby several gorgeous beaches all walking distance

Female students stay at a shared  apartment, 2 single beds, 2 females per apartment. Premium package includes daily housekeeping/towel change service, 24 hour security/concierge, self-service kitchen, strong wifi, satellite/flat screen tv, living room, newly renovated bathroom with hot shower, air conditioning, and patio.

Nearby 5 Star Hotel Massage clinic, Aqua Spa circuit, Turkish bath, Dry Sauna, massage jets and swimming. The accommodations are a  5 minute walk from the Bend it like Buddha yoga studio and near 4 beautiful beaches walking distance, including the world famous Praia da Rocha beach.

This training is a perfect balance between peaceful beachside relaxation and upbeat, lively friendly, cafes and restaurants off the beach boardwalk and 3 minutes from one of the best beaches in the world, Praia da Rocha. There are 4 gorgeous beaches all within walking distance.

The evening and morning Vinyasa and Ashtanga Yoga, Meditation, Ayurveda massage techniques, Reiki and Pranayama are the essential aspects of this training. You will find the teachers and the Bend it like Buddha Yoga studio uplifting, friendly and inspiring.

During the training, you will practice sunrise Vinyasa flow yoga in the morning, followed by gentle Flow, Restorative yoga, Yin or sessions such as a powerful sound journey healings and cacao ceremony by local Shaman healer in the evening. The sessions are usually held in a boutique yoga studio on Praia da Rocha or on the beach depending on weather, and include pranayama (breathwork), mindful meditation, and yoga Nidra meditation.

Students will have ample time with teachers 1×1 with their questions and will be practicing teaching starting on day one and receive practical, supportive feedback on their teaching daily.

This authorized Hybrid Yoga Alliance RYT 200Hr journey includes the lifestyle business yoga training,  arm balances, headstands, handstands and personalized mentoring on how to brand yourself as a global yoga teacher online and in-person classes/courses will be covered.

We will be enjoying a variety of unique activities such as Reiki 1, 2, or 3 Masters certification course/Extra optional course. Please inquire in advance for the Reiki courses.

Enjoy Tibetan bowl sound healing, Chakra &Kundalini meditations, Cacao Ceremony, Kirtan mantra concert and powerful Pranayama and Breath Work sessions. There will be daily classes on lesson planning and customizing classes, Sequencing Vinyasa Flows and Ashtanga inspired sequencing and how to teach students each of these techniques to suit their individual needs.

LOCATION

This inspirational program is held in gorgeous Praia da Rocha beach in Portimao there’s also Monchique mountain with a woodland forest nearby.

The program takes place 3 minutes away from one of Portugal’s secret beach spots and the beautiful beach-Praia da Rocha beach, Portimao-Algarve at the Bend it like Buddha Yoga school. There are several good restaurants, shops, and cafes with a variety of other activities nearby.

ACCOMMODATION

The apartment accommodations offered by Bend it like Buddha have a shower, toilet, patio, living room, washing machine and a kitchen. Swimming pool, lounge chairs, cafe, security/concierge, satellite television,  WIFI.

On request and at additional cost a premium private room at praia da Rocha Algarve Solverde 5 Star Hotel can be arranged for you, just a short ocean boardwalk stroll from the yoga school and Praia da Rocha beach.

The private option offers private bedroom, bathroom, own kitchen and patio. All bedrooms have their own bath and shower.

Accommodations include:

• 24-hour reception
• Cutlery
• Cleaning service
• Free Wi-Fi
• Fridge
• Patio
• Swimming Pool
• Glass ware
• Kettle
• Kitchen
• Lounge
• Microwave
• Pilates
• Stove top oven
• Spa

FOOD

During the program, you will be served with daily breakfast, lunch and light evening meals. The food concept is detoxing, vegetarian, internationally inspired and organic. Savor juicy local fruit, crunchy organic vegetables, crisp salads, and fragrant herbs while sipping on an energizing juice, smoothie or sweet, colorful herbal detox teas.

The student apartments have their own kitchens for morning coffee and light meals. There are a variety of restaurants that serve excellent Brazilian, Chinese, Portuguese, Japanese, German, Indian, Turkish, Italian, or English food.

3x daily organic, detoxing vegetarian meals

Please fill the Initial Online Application form above. Once it gets read and approved for registration we will send you notification. Then you can send deposit to secure your spot into the course. After that you will get another more detailed forms to fill about your Health and Contacts.

MAKE A LIFE CHANGING POSITIVE INVESTMENT TO YOU! 

Bend it like Buddha wants to keep our students highly motivated and inspired to teach straight away. Receive tips from experienced teachers on flow sequences which students can emulate for upcoming classes of their own in studios and to teach family, friends and their community.

There are also alignment-based classes, lectures on anatomy, biomechanics, discussions on yoga history, philosophy and tradition.

Bend it like Buddha also holds space for graduates for support and networking after graduation with 2 Private forums and zoom yoga business training:

1) Bend it like Buddha Blueprint for YTT online students

2) Yoga Business launch 12 month training/ 33 LIVE zoom sessions for mentoring. The Breakthroughs Acceleration course is for newly graduated Yoga Teachers who are ready to launch their online and in person yoga business.

Both of these private forums are for registered students support and networking and to ask their teachers questions even after the course is completed. This is a high value service and space for networking and support post YTTC graduation.

Students enjoy sunset and sunrise yoga classes outdoors on beautiful, awe inspiring beach coast just

a 3 minute walk away from the yoga studio and accommodations

Meet compassionate, eclectic, like-minded yogis from all over the world and make life-long lasting friends with students and teachers.

Meet like-hearted, lifelong friends!

If you feel inspired to register into the program please do not hesitate and contact us as soon as possible. The spots often fill up prior to Day 1 of YTTC.   Please do not miss out on this incredible life time journey of wellness, health and mind, body, spirit rejuvenation.

BOOK YOUR SPOT TODAY AND GET STARTED ON YOUR INSPIRING CAREER PATH AS AN INTERNATIONAL YOGA TEACHER

If you are interested in registering and have any questions please connect with us