21 Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training at a Yoga Ashram in Guatemala
Yoga Teacher Training in Guatemala
Experience the scientific and mystical world of yoga at a real yoga ashram. At Ananda Maya Ashram, you’ll live, learn and practice alongside their resident monk Dada Satyamitrananda, who has over 30 years of teaching experience. This YTT program offers you a rare opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the ancient science of Raja yoga within the spiritual environment of an authentic monastery. Under the guidance of Acarya Satyamitrananda Avt., you'll explore the intricate connections between body, mind, and spirit, while embracing a monastic lifestyle that emphasizes daily meditation, kirtan, and spirituality.
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Highlights
- Fully immerse yourself in the profound wisdom of Raja yoga.
- Learn first-hand from a yoga monk with over 30 years of experience.
- Develop the skill set and confidence to inspire and guide others on their yoga path.
- Embrace the spiritual environment of an authentic monastery.
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- Enjoy 3 delicious sattvic vegetarian and vegan meals a day.
- 20 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Types
21 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Wireless internet
Enjoy a cozy spot in your chosen accommodation:
- 4 bed dormitory (mixed gender)
- 4 bed dormitory (women only)
- Private room, all for yourself
- Shared twin room
Ananda Maya Ashram provides all the essentials, including Wi-Fi, to ensure a comfortable stay. Their rooms are in harmony with the yogic style, emphasizing simplicity and comfort for your meditative journey.
Program
Certification
Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).
Why choose Ananda Maya Ashram?
- Learn first-hand from a yoga monk with over 30 years of experience, who founded the very first Yoga College in Singapore.
- Fully immerse yourself in the profound wisdom of Raja yoga, exploring its eight limbs, its ancient practices, and embrace a holistic lifestyle that is becoming even more relevant in today's world.
- Develop the skill set and confidence needed to inspire and guide others on their own path of yoga. You'll learn how to create inclusive and engaging classes, address the needs of individual students, and cultivate your unique teaching style.
The head teacher, Acarya Satyamitrananda Avt., has over 30 years of experience as a yoga and meditation trainer and holds an ERYT 500. The curriculum of this YTT will be similar to the accredited Ananda Marga Yoga Academy in Singapore that Dada started in 2010.
The special style of classical Hatha yoga they teach is designed to control the vrittis (mental propensities) and the various emotions that disturb your mind and mediation. This is done by poses that strengthen the nervous system and the glandular system. The poses also have a deep effect on the organs, tissues, digestion, and the circulatory systems, to mention a few.
The practical side
The course places a strong emphasis on the practical aspects of yoga. Daily workshops will help you understand the core elements of asana, anatomy, and physiology. You'll learn technical, practical, and safe methods for practicing and teaching each pose, including their contraindications, how to use props effectively, and their physical and mental benefits. Each student will have the opportunity to teach classes and receive constructive feedback from Dada.
Meditation is an essential aspect of the course as well. Every day, there will be several meditation and kirtan sessions, allowing you to cultivate a balanced mind and enhance your spiritual potentialities.
Yoga theory
To better grasp the essence of yoga, you need to understand the theory behind it. Daily lectures will explain the yoga system from a scientific point of view, which is presented systematically and logically. You will learn about yoga anatomy, physiology and discover in detail the eight limbs of Raja yoga. And very importantly, you will study yoga psychology and the chakra system and its relation to the glandular system, the nervous system, the pranic system, and the vrittis (mental propensities) of each chakra.
Exploring philosophy
Generally speaking, yoga philosophy deals with factors that science struggles to explain. This includes concepts such as individual and cosmic consciousness, karma and samskara, life, death, and reincarnation, to mention a few. These classes are very popular and will be presented logically and rationally from a spiritual rather than a religious point of view.
The historical background
To help you understand the evolution, direction, and goal of the profound science of yoga, you will also look at its history. They will spotlight prominent personalities who have had great influence on yoga and tantra, from Shiva, Krishna, and Patanjali to the Nath yogis who developed Hatha yoga, but also modern yogis like Krisnamacarya and his students, to modern-day tantric guru Shrii Shrii Anandamurti. Here you will study classical yogic texts such as the Patanjali Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita, and the modern tantric text on cosmology; the Ananda Sutram.
The style of asana taught will be classical Hatha yoga. This style emphasizes poses that develop your tissues, organs, nerves, and glands. Each pose is practiced systematically with a fixed set of repetitions and incorporated deep breathing techniques. These poses were specially developed for controlling the vrittis (mental propensities) and the various emotions that disturb the mind and mediation. In addition, you will learn how to practice and teach yoga dances like Kaoshikii and Tandava.
Daily schedule
- 07:00-08:00 Kirtan and meditation
- 08:00-09:15 Asana workshop
- 09:15-10:30 Breakfast / break
- 10:30-12:30 Lecture / class 1
- 12:30-13:00 Self study / self study and research
- 13:00-14:00 Lunch
- 14:00-15:00 Lecture / class / workshop 2 / Self study
- 15:00-17:00 Lecture / class / workshop 3
- 17:00-18:00 Break
- 18:00-19:30 Asana workshop and meditation / asana class by students
On day 20, there will be a practical exam and a theoretical exam. The closing ceremony will be on day 21.
Lectures / classes / workshops
1: 10:30-12:30
- Classical Raja yoga
- Yoga anatomy
- Yoga psychology / nervous system
- Yoga psychology / glands and hormones
- Brahmacakra (cosmology)
- Biopsychology 1: Nerves and glands
- Biopsychology 2: Cakra, Vrtti and spiritual progress
- Life, death, rebirth, liberation, guru, disciple and Bhakti
- Yoga history
- Yoga and society
- Concepts of Tantra
- How to access individual needs
- Self study and research
2: 14:00-15:00
- Anatomy and alignment: The skeleton
- Anatomy and alignment: The muscles
- M1: Techniques and practices
- Breathing (pranayama) workshop
- M2: Public speaking workshop
- M4: Philosophy / lifestyle / ethics
3: 15:00-17:00
- Intro to Carya Carya 3 teaching methodology
- Teaching methodology
- Yoga dances and kirtana
- Bhagavad Giita 1
- Bhagavad Giita 2
- Krisna's role in Mahabarata
- Patanjali Sutras
- Yogic diet and fasting
- Teaching styles and public speaking 1
- Teaching styles and public speaking 2
- Ethics and qualities of yoga teachers
- Dos and don'ts for yoga teachers
- Repetition and exam preparations
Instructors
Dada Satyamitrananda
Dada's spiritual journey began in 1994 when he first discovered the science of tantra yoga and meditation, a path that soon led him to become a dedicated Acarya monk in 2000. To become Acarya, Dada deepened his knowledge and understanding in an extensive six-year training program that included both practical and theoretical aspects of Tantra yoga, Raja yoga and various meditations and spiritual practices. After that Dada spent the next 16 years in Singapore, where he founded Ánanda Márga Yoga Academy, which became an accredited college under the Ministry of Education in 2010.
Location
Seated in the surroundings of Mixco, Guatemala, Ananda Maya Ashram is a hidden gem that reflects the heart and soul of this captivating country. Ananda Maya Ashram is home in the mystical greenlands of Guatemala, a land full of rainforests, volcanoes, and an ancient Mayan history. Here, you can learn all about the practical, theoretical, philosophical, and historical side of yoga.
Set against the backdrop of Collinas de Minerva, in a quaint Guatemalan neighborhood on the outskirts of the city, the ashram is a safe haven for those seeking spiritual transformation and inner peace of mind.
This yoga teacher training offers a unique opportunity to experience the harmonious coexistence of urban life and the lush embrace of the surrounding forest.
Food
The retreat menu features a variety of fresh and nutrient-packed vegetarian (and vegan if preferred) dishes. They serve three daily meals that embrace the principles of a sattvic vegetarian cuisine, known for its positive impact on the body and mind. A sattvic vegetarian diet is without egg, onion, garlic, and mushrooms.
You begin the day with a nourishing breakfast that includes fresh seasonal fruits, homemade whole grains granola, oatmeal, yogurt, and bread.
For lunch, you will savor various salads and hearty options like quinoa, pasta, lentil stew, rice, and different side dishes. In the evening, you will enjoy the comfort of colorful soups, traditional Guatemalan tortillas, and roasted wholemeal bread.
At Ananda Maya, they prioritize the quality of local ingredients and a yogic cuisine that support your spiritual journey and overall well-being.
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
- Yogic
What's included
- 3 weeks of in-depth yoga training
- Detailed yoga anatomy manual
- Eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion of the course
- 3 delicious vegetarian and vegan meals a day
- 20 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- Yoga Alliance registration fee
- Insurance
- Extracurricular activities
- Personal expenses
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer available for additional US$ 20 per person
La Aurora International Airport
12 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at La Aurora Airport (GUA). Transfers from this airport are not included in the price.
To get to Ananda Maya Ashram from the airport, you have a couple of options. You can either grab one of the local taxis right outside the airport's exit or take an Uber. There's no need to pre-book a taxi; you'll find regular ones readily available.
Arrival by taxi
The taxi fares can vary based on the time of day and traffic, but you can expect to pay between 100 GTQ to 150 GTQ (around 12 USD to 20 USD). If you're looking to save a bit, Uber is usually a more budget-friendly choice, with fares at around 70 GTQ. The journey should take you anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes, depending on traffic.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% 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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