Ancestral Retreats

The 4 Week teacher training at lake chivor was a absolut beautiful journey 😊 it’s so much more than just asanas and training on the mat. It’s a journey to yourself filled with sooo much love of the unique community that we created. Marco, Carolina, Anesu and Anabel created an unforgettable time with a lot of love to the detail. This teacher training is so diverse with different styles, techniques and teaching styles so that we can find out what’s fits to us and find our own style 😊 Thank you so much for that save space that we created together and all the love we shared and find in our self’s! And the food is just amazing ! I never had such a good vegan kitchen. The Ladies have always a smile and prepared every day a special, delicious meal !

Magische Reise, magischer Monat.

Ich blicke nur positiv auf die Zeit meines Yoga Teacher Trainings bei Ancestral in Kolumbien zurück. Es ist schwer in Worte zu fassen was ich in diesem einen Monat alles erlebt, erfahren, gelernt und erkannt habe. Viel mehr als ich mir je hätte vorstellen können. Von Beginn an habe ich mich wohl gefühlt. Die Organisation wie auch die Kommunikation hat einen direkt wohl fühlen lassen.

Die 3 Lehrer kreierten einen unvergesslichen Monat, in dem man nicht nur die körperliche Praxis besser kennen gelernt hat, sondern auch sich selbst.

Sie kreierten ein holistisches Erlebnis. Man spürte ihre jeweilige Leidenschaft für ihre jeweiligen „Fachbereiche“.

Dazu zählte auch das unglaublich leckere Essen, welches wir täglich genießen durften. Das Küchenteam bereitet jede Mahlzeit mit so viel Liebe zu dass wir das förmlich schmecken konnten. Tag für Tag.

Alle wuchsen wie eine kleine Familie zusammen, wo man sich ehrlich austauschen konnte, man sich für nichts schämen musste und einander unterstützt hat.

Jede/r die/der überlegt diese Ausbildung zu besuchen sollte es tun. Für Sich 🌞💛

The seven day retreat was located in a beautiful setting of palms, beach and blue sea. And while my reason for going was to participate in the ayahuasca ceremonies, the real treat was getting to know each of the participants in this young, diverse and enthusiastic group. Each of the instructors had their own role that was carried out flawlessly and they all felt like close friends by the end of the retreat. Taita and his wife Anna were ever present and provided the tradition and mystery of each of the varied ceremonies.

I find it hard to put into words what this experience has been for me. It’s been so much more than what you expect from a yoga teacher training. The work Caro, Marco, Jorge and Irem put into this is incredible, the training is so well designed, everything so well-considered. it was a journey back to my true self full of guidance, support and love accompanied by so many beautiful souls that became family in a place that felt like home.

I’m forever grateful having been part of this.

Highly recommended to all the brave souls out there who dare to go deeper and getting their world rocked in the most meaningful way.

One of the most beautiful, challenging, heart-opening, transformative experiences of my life. As someone who has been practicing yoga for many years, I wanted to do a yoga teacher training to deepen my practice and learn more about yoga philosophy and the asanas. I was drawn to the comprehensive and holistic nature of this training from the very beginning, and I’m so thankful to have had this experience. Each of the teachers embodies so much love, kindness, vulnerability, and openness to share their wisdom and experience. I loved the deep conversations and questions that came up in philosophy class, the kriyas and breathwork that allowed me to access and release trauma that has been stored in my body for many years, singing and chanting with the group, learning about the anatomy and alignment of the asanas, the beautifully planned classes and schedule that somehow found a way to balance consistency with adventures and surprises. This training showed me how to live from a place of love, to feel deeply and without fear, to accept myself and forgive myself, and to feel confident in who I am. I’m leaving this training feeling so thankful for the connections I made here with this group that has become my family over the past month. If you are looking to deepen your yoga practice both on and off the mat, reconnect with yourself, live a life more full of love and peace - I highly recommend this training for you.

Es ist schwer in Worte zu fassen was ich in diesen 7 Tagen erleben durfte. Mit Hilfe dieser wundervollen Menschen und einer exzellenten Begleitung in meinem Prozess durfte ich erfahren, dass Transformation und Heilung möglich sind. Danke Mar und Irem, ihr schönen Seelen, I'm forever greatful! Danke von Herzen für eure wertvolle Arbeit und euer Wirken!

I wholeheartedly recommend the 200RYT yoga retreat by Ancestral Academy — An absolutely amazing experience that touched every aspect of my being. From the physical body to the mind and, most importantly, the spirit, this retreat left an indelible mark that continues to resonate within me. Reflecting on my time at the retreat, I am filled with profound gratitude for the enriching experiences and the deep connections forged with fellow participants and teachers.

Under Marco's guidance, the history/philosophy classes delved deep into the essence of yogic lifestyle, empowering us with valuable insights into the workings of our minds. Through thought-provoking discussions, we exchanged ideas and fostered a sense of unity, understanding, and inclusivity.

Carolina's Kundalini classes were a revelation, guiding us to merge with our breath and embark on an inward journey of self-discovery. Through these transformative sessions, we realized that our physical bodies are but vessels, mere expressions of our inner selves. This realization brought profound clarity and a heightened sense of empowerment.

Jorge's anatomy classes offered a comprehensive understanding of our physical bodies, their limitations, and methods to strengthen and prevent injuries. Equipped with this knowledge, we approached our yoga practice with a newfound respect and appreciation for the incredible instrument that is our body.

A huge thank you to Carolina, Marco, Jorge and Irem for the most amazing month spent in Colombia doing my YTT. Professional, inspiring, authentic, trusting, disciplined, approachable - are just a few words to describe them. They live and breathe what they teach.

I came with a desire to go deeper on yoga and left with a passion to now also teach and feeling much more reconnected with myself.

The setting and space was beautiful, the food healthy and delicious, the classes they taught were very well organized and planned and brought us to levels that cannot be adequately described with words. They just need to be experienced. I have never experienced yoga in the way I did here. They also focus heavily on making sure we start getting comfortable with teaching right from the beginning which was hugely beneficial when it came to us each leading our own classes. Forever grateful for all the special moments shared with all the wonderful people I met there. Gracias por todo🙏🙏

I cannot say enough good things about Ancestral Retreats. The meditations, yoga, and all the activities were all instrumental in helping me find my peace and open my heart. If you are looking for a safe place to have a life changing experience, this is it!

Wow was für ein toller Monat! Ich habe so viel lernen können und die Lehrer sind fantastisch. Alle haben einen ganz eigenen Stil und sind in ihrem Fachgebiet extrem gebildet. Über die gesamte Zeit, sind die drei für einen da und haben ihr Wissen mit viel Freude geteilt. Zudem schaffen sie durch gemeinsame Aktivitäten eine ganz besondere Atmosphäre in der Gruppe, wodurch ich Freundschaften fürs Leben schließen konnte. Ich bin als Laie in diese Ausbildung gegangen und als richtige Yogalehrerin wiedergekommen. Ich denke nicht, dass man ein besseres YTT finden kann! Würde am liebsten direkt wieder zurück und ein ganz großes Dankeschön an Carolina, Marco und Jorge!!

Todo esta diseñado perfectamente para sentirse en un espacio seguro y poder relajarse y entrar en uno mismo y trabajar en el proceso personal. Cada una de las personas que organizan son especiales y todo esta perfectamente diseñado para vivir una experiencia que te hará sanar y hacer encontrarte contigo mismo.

The beautiful nature and all the people here opened my heart. That's a gift that I will take with me for the rest of my life. Thank you so much for creating an open, safe, sacred space, I really felt welcome. I was scared for the ceremonies, but because I felt protected, I was able to receive so much. I felt things I never experienced before, like contentment, calmness, fulfillement, (you really have to go and experience the things you need by yourself)... I realesed a lot of my fears. I am so grateful for being part of this group. Everybody of the entire group have a special place in my heart... love all of you. I also really enjoyed the breathwork, meditation, yoga, music, healthy food, ... those are things I take with me and already integrated in my daily routine, because they bring me so much.

A special thank for Carolina, Jorge and Marco, what you created is just magic.

For me the retreat in 3 words, heartopener, mindblowing, fulfilled and one more divine...

The teachers always took great care of us and helped with everything we needed. We all became really close in just a week, and friendships have formed that could last a lifetime. I learned not to put expectations on an Ayahuasca ceremony and rather surrendered to the experience. We shared light and dark moments with each other and all the time I felt well taken care of. We were emerged in nature, which helped me to feel more grounded and brought me back to my strength. This whole experience made me realize what are the next important steps in my personal journey. I also enjoyed the vegan and gluten-free food there, cooked freshly by some lovely ladies in the kitchen every day. Singing and ecstatic dancing were my favorite forms of meditation. Thanks to everyone who was a part of this retreat and made the magic happen. I’m so glad I decided to book this retreat, I would highly recommend!

I loved many things! First off I loved all the daily activities. Journaling, yoga, meditation, instruction, team activities in unique locations. Carolina, Marco, and Jorge make this retreat very powerful and not a “one and done” experience. Journaling has made me reflect back on special moments during this week. Everyone was included in all activities and made to feel important no matter there age or life experiences. I feel like I learned something everyday, from either our teachers or the other retreat students. How good is that? Each of the instructors came to the table with unique abilities, breath work, chakra themed practice, mental stimulation. Throw in a massage, a hike and dance and one has a complete experience. The words plant medicine might be intriguing, however, with guidance and care from our instructors I felt embraced, comfortable and satisfied.

There were so many things about this retreat that made it one of the best vacations that I have been able to experience. The instructors made us feel at home right away. They were each so friendly and genuine and incredibly knowledgeable. I can't believe how much I learned on this retreat and I have been practicing yoga for a long time. Also, my boyfriend that was brand new to yoga was completely comfortable and enjoyed the trip just as much as I did. We both felt comfortable and safe with the plant medicine ceremonies and truly appreciate how much care they took to respect the spiritual natural of the tradition. We were so sad to leave and hope to book another retreat with the same people/company next year. Highly recommend!