27 Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Hatha, Acro, Tantra, Bhakti & Kriya | Lake Chivor
Deeply Transformative Yoga Teacher Training in Colombia
This 27-day 200-hour teacher training at Lake Chivor is designed for practitioners who want more than a certificate. Ancestral Retreats trains the full spectrum of yoga, from strong, intelligent asana and alignment to acro-yoga foundations, pranayama, meditation, mantra, and conscious teaching methodology with frequent practice teaching and feedback so you graduate ready to guide classes with confidence.
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Highlights
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- 26 nights accommodation + 3 nourishing vegetarian meals daily
- Roundtrip group transfers from/to Bogotá Airport (BOG)
- Daily asana, pranayama, meditation + teaching methodology
- AcroYoga foundations workshops (beginner-friendly)
- Chakra-based immersion
- Live music + mantra circles (Kirtan)
- Ceremonial integration during the training (water, fire, cacao, Blue Lotus and optional Temazcal)
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Types
24 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Luggage room / storage
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga studio
- Bicycle rental
- Board rental
- Conference room
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
- Medical assistance
- Meeting room
- Tour assistance
Set in deep nature above Lake Chivor, the venue is quiet and spacious. You’ll hear birdsong, feel the presence of the mountains, and rest with lake views from every room. It’s a place designed for simplicity, focus, and real integration between training days.
- Room types: private, twin, shared dorm
- Private bathroom in every room
- Hot water showers
- Stable Wi-Fi
- On-site gym
- Temazcal (sweat lodge) available (optional)
Program
Certifications
Students who complete this training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT).
What Sets Ancestral Retreats Apart
- We believe that yoga is a spiritual practice. One that goes far beyond the physical. Our training offers a holistic blend of Hatha, Vinyasa, Acro Yoga and Himalayan Kriya Yoga, uniting movement, breath, and energy work. But it doesn’t stop there. Through daily rituals, mantra chanting, and the devotional path of Bhakti Yoga, you’ll be invited into a deeper connection with yourself and something greater. This is a space where practice becomes prayer, and every moment becomes part of the journey.
- Ancestral Ceremonies: Engage in profound rituals like Rapé, Blue Lotus and Cacao ceremonies. Rapé, a sacred tobacco-based practice, helps ground your energy and clear mental blocks, while the Cacao ceremony fosters heart-opening connection and self-awareness.
- Self-Realization: Begin a self-discovery journey with experienced guides who help you unlock your talents and potential and start your transformation.
- Community: Ancestral Retreats unites people from every corner of the globe—of all ages, genders, and beliefs—in a community of peace and kindness.
- Fusion of Styles: Experience a holistic blend of Hatha, Vinyasa, Acro Yoga and Himalayan Kriya Yoga, integrating physical postures, breathwork, and energetic practices.
What to Expect
Special Workshops and Events
- Ayurveda dosha workshop
- Ecstatic dance
- Yoga Nidra and Yin
- Self-expression workshop
- Laughter yoga
- Arm balance & Hand stand
- Soundhealing
- Live music and Kirtans with bun fire
Transformation
Empower yourself through transformative self-development tools to find your voice, style, and confidence as a teacher or on your path in life
Ancestral Ceremonies
To dive deeper into the wisdom of the indigenous from South America: Rapé meditations and Cacao ceremony, element rituals, and Sacred Sadhana
Free-Time Activities
A day trip to the beautiful mountains with a waterfall, a boat tour on the lake, and so much more
Yogi Welcome Gifts
Gifts to accompany you throughout the training and yogic life
Hatha
The origin of physical yoga is to find your foundation, alignment, and inner strength to calm the mind
Vinyasa
- Move with the breath
- Dynamic flows and creative transitions
Himalayan Kriya Yoga
Energetic practices such as advanced Pranayama, meditation, chakra work, and Kriyas to activate Shakti Kundalini Energy (not associated with 3HO Bhajan Yoga)
Chakra System
Explore the ancient wisdom of the chakras and experience healing as each practice is meticulously designed to harmonize your energy centers
Philosophy
Translate the ancient wisdom of Yoga into your modern-day world.
Shiva-Shakti-Tantra
The Yoga of liberation and expansion to establish a meaningful connection with yourself and others
Anatomy
Deep understanding of the human body as a tool to master the mind and unify it with the True Self
Devotional Bhakti Yoga
Feel the expansion of your heart and your divine Self through chanting Mantras and Sacred Rituals
Passionate Teachers
Inspiring, passionate, and experienced teachers who will guide you into the ancient technology of the yogis
Course Overview
Ancestral Retreats keeps their group small and personal, allowing space for authentic exchange, deep connection, and learning at eye level. This training is a sacred container where practice becomes prayer, and teaching arises from embodied experience.
You’ll graduate with the tools to teach complete classes for students of all levels, but more importantly, you’ll step into your own voice as a conscious guide, anchored in daily practice and aligned with your truth.
To support integration, Ancestral Retreats offers 1.5 days of free time each week, giving you space to rest, reflect, and explore at your rhythm. Because growth requires both discipline and pause.
This is not just a training. It’s a return to your roots. A journey inward. And an invitation to rise as a community.
- Foundational Yoga Poses: alignment, instructions, benefits, contraindications, modifications, injury prevention, and assists. Static, dynamic, and flow versions of basic and intermediate Asanas.
- Hatha Kundalini: the union between physical and energetic practices through Asanas, *Pranayama, mantras, and chakra meditation
- Foundational Tantric Kriyas — Practice, effects, placement, and teaching
- How to combine the breath with Asanas and how to put them into action during class
- Begin to teach sequences from the first day on with guidance and constructive feedback
- Anatomy: muscles, joints, bones, and how to address and use them in practice
- Philosophy of Yoga: How to adapt the ancient wisdom to modern times
- Tantric principles of healing: self-reflection exercises and manifestation
- Mantras: group chanting and how to use them for ceremonies and classes
- Developing and teaching personal Sadhana (spiritual practice for everyday routine)
Sample Schedule
- 06:30 - 07:30 Sadhana and meditation
- 07:30 - 08:00 Herbal tea and silent reflection / journaling
- 08:00 - 09:30 Morning asana and kriya practice
- 10:00 - 11:30 Breakfast and morning break
- 11:30 - 14:00 First session (philosophy of life, core principles, teaching methodology, queuing, communication skills)
- 14:00 - 16:00 Lunch
- 16:00 - 17:00 Second session (anatomy, energetic anatomy, sequencing)
- 17:00 - 17:30 Break and Snack
- 17:30 - 19:00 Asana lab, kriya lab
- 19:15 Dinner and free time
Included excursions
- Boat trip on the lake to the waterfalls of the region of Chivor.
Instructors
Marco Weimer
As a graduate philosopher and experienced German journalist, Marco started his spiritual yoga journey in early 2017. After his first yoga teacher training in India, he started to work immediately as a yoga teacher for the Berlin-based school “Yoga on the Move.“ He is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher (E-RYT 500) in “Hatha Kundalini" and “Vinyasa.” In his yoga classes, every movement is guided by the breath to dive into a deep-flow meditation.
Carolina Martinez Duran
Carolina, originally from Colombia, lived for several years in Southeast Asia and India where she trained as a certified holistic therapist. She is Yoga Alliance certified (E-RYT 200; RYT 500) from Sattva Yoga Academy, located at the base of the Himalayas. She delved into different ancestral techniques for the expansion and evolution of being. She has also trained as an energy healer, meditation initiator, and conscious event organizer. Her specialties included shamanic, holotropic, and Himalayan breathwork. Carolina is the founder of Ancestral Retreats.
Anabel Franke
Anabel is an internationally teaching yoga instructor and a state-certified physiotherapist who blends modern anatomical knowledge with the holistic wisdom of yoga. In her own Yoga & Pilates studio, she shares a multi-style approach — combining dynamic and fluid movement with grounding practices like Yin yoga, always guided by what the body and the moment genuinely need. With her background in physiotherapy, Anabel sees the human being as a whole – not a collection of symptoms to be managed. She invites students to listen deeply to their bodies, to trust their inner voice and to explore wha
Location
Lake Deluxe Venue (Lake Chivor, Boyacá – Colombian Andes)
Set on the shores of Lake Chivor, this venue is a true hidden sanctuary in the Colombian Andes: wide-open skies, panoramic mountain views, and direct access to the water for refreshing swims and quiet nature immersion. It feels remote and deeply peaceful, yet it’s still reachable from Bogotá for an easy arrival day. Days are mild and bright; evenings are cooler and perfect for rest, journaling, and integration.
- Easy access from Bogotá (BOG) – approx. 3 hours by road (group transfer included)
- Lake access for swimming + a natural setting ideal for deep practice, silence, and reset
Food
Vibrant food
Ancestral Retreats' Colombian fusion cuisine is a journey in itself. Indulge in three thoughtfully prepared meals daily, crafted from locally sourced, organic ingredients. Each dish is designed to optimize your energy, focus, and vitality, allowing you to thrive both on and off the mat. From vibrant tropical fruits to hearty, plant-based dishes, every meal reflects our commitment to your well-being. Savor the tastes of Colombia, reimagined for the modern yogi. We offer nourishing meals with options for allergies and special dietary needs, and we always make sure there is plenty of food for everyone.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Organic
- Yogic
Exclusive Gifts
Ancestral Retreats has prepared a few special surprises for you, including unique experiences and thoughtful extras to make your journey even more memorable.
Rudraksha Mala
Things to do (optional)
Learn to play the Harmonium
Discover how to master the indian instrument, which is key in kirtans. Private lesson for 1 hr as an extra service, 30 Euros
Opportunity to participate in an Temazcal cermeony, held in a safe and sacred setting. This powerful ancestral ritual is not mandatory and is only offered if there is a clear interest and readiness within the group.
Spa treatments
Ancestral Retreats offers massage sessions on site during the training for rest and integration.
Additional massages or spa-style treatments may be available upon request for an extra fee, depending on therapist availability.
What's included
- Eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion of the course
- Workshops: Ayurvedic cooking class, arm balance
- Chakra-based classes
- Kirtan: Bhakti Yoga and Mantra chanting
- Shiva-Shakti-Tantra: Yoga of Expansion
- Ayurveda Dosha test
- Media Package with digital Yoga books
- Ancestral ceremonies: Rapé and Cacao
- One-day trip to the mountains and a waterfall
- Three ayurvedic-inspired meals per day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- 26 nights accommodation
- Transport from and to the airport
- Yogi props during the training
- Printed yoga manual with all class-relevant knowledge
- Fully equipped fitness center
- Welcome yogi package
Included Exclusive Gifts
Rudraksha Mala
One handmade rudraksha mala, produced by a colombian artist
What's not included
- Airplane tickets
- Insurance
- Harmonium class
- Kite surfing
- Visa costs
- Additional workshops
- Massage
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
El Dorado International Airport
88 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Ancestral Retreats provides one group transfer from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Lake Chivor on the arrival day. The shuttle departs at approximately 10:00 AM and can also pick up from nearby airport hotels (time permitting).
Please make sure you are ready and available for pickup by 10:00 AM. They recommend arriving in Bogotá the day before, or landing early enough on arrival day to allow for immigration, baggage claim, and possible delays. Since they only run one transfer to the venue, late arrivals may miss the shuttle.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 19% 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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