7 Day 50-Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in the Granada Mountains, Spain (Exclusive for Small Group)
Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Spain
Discover the deep nourishing power of Yin yoga in a very intimate setting. This course is designed to provide a foundation for teaching Yin yoga skillfully, from the heart with compassion and awareness. Also, the course is for those who want to deepen their own practice and their knowledge without wanting to teach yoga. This is a very intimate and exclusive YTT, because of the small group. Small group means lots of personal attention and a big personal transformation.
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Highlights
- 50-hour Yin yoga teacher training led by an experienced teacher
- An intimate group of maximum 8 students for personalized attention
- The hours count as Continuing Education hours for Registered Yoga Teachers
- 6 nights accommodation
- Stay in a country house with stunning views
- Vegan / vegetarian meals are provided
Skill level
- Beginner
Types
6 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Lounge
- Yoga shala
- Free Wi-Fi
- Library
- Wireless internet
During your stay, you'll be accommodated in a charming Spanish Casa Rural (country house), offering a mix of shared and single premium rooms.
Some rooms feature ensuite bathrooms and private terraces, while others share facilities. Accordingly, the venue has deluxe and standard-type rooms available.
The accommodation features a lovely pool and terrace with sun loungers overlooking the mountains. This setting allows you to enjoy the beautiful countryside, renowned for its extraordinary beauty and mild climate. Here, you can relax in a peaceful atmosphere that complements your learning experience.
You will spend meal times and breaks outside as much as possible, weather permitting, to enjoy the stunning views and soak up the Spanish sunlight.
Students will stay in various rooms within a cosy and beautiful Spanish country house, contributing to the immersive and intimate nature of this TTC.
There is a beautiful yoga shala (room) next to the house, and you will also practice outside as often as the weather allows.
As part of this intimate Yin TTC, you'll find each room in the country house contributes to an experience of comfort and relaxation.
Program
Certifications
The course/hours count as Continuing Education hours for Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®) only.
This training is for:
- Yoga practitioners who want to learn about Yin Yoga, how to practice it and teach it
- Qualified yoga teachers who want to learn Yin Yoga to expand their scope of teaching
- Mindfulness & life coaches, bodyworkers and healers who want to deepen their own understanding and practice and use it in their work
- Physiotherapists and sports doctors who want to use the deep nourishing power of Yin yoga for their patients/clients to benefit their recovery
- Yoga Alliance RYT-200/500 Teachers who are looking for Yoga Alliance CEU hours
- Yoga studios and yoga school owners who want to add value to the classes they offer to their clients
- Yoga Alliance International registered Teachers who have their 300 Hour Yoga Training and want to continue building their hours (eg. 300 Hour + 50 Hour = 350 Hours with Yoga Alliance International)
Prerequisites
- It is desirable that you have attended yoga classes for some time (at least for a few months).
- You need to be in good health both physically and mentally. Injuries can be accommodated.
- Please send an inquiry to Jane if you are not sure about your physical or mental abilities.
Join Jane Bakx for a transformative journey at her exclusive Yin yoga teacher training course, nestled in the heart of Spain's serene landscapes. Limited to just 7-8 students, this unique program offers an unparalleled opportunity for personal growth and professional development in the world of Yin yoga.
Yoga Alliance® 50-hour Yin yoga teacher training course in Orgiva (Spain)
Jane is hosting her in-depth 50-hour Yin yoga TTC in a very intimate setting in a beautiful and special place in Spain, Orgiva, close to Granada.
This is a very exclusive and intimate Yin yoga TTC because she will work with a small group (maximum of 7-8 students) due to the accommodation. You will get a lot of personal attention and guidance.
If you are looking for a Yin yoga course with a small group size where more time is dedicated to each student, ensuring a deeper understanding and refined practice of Yin yoga, then this is the course for you.
This and more you'll learn in one week
- Yin yoga philosophy & fundamentals of energy
- Understand Yin yoga poses & their variations
- Energy pathways in the body and how to get them flowing
- The Traditional Chinese Medicine system; 14 meridians
- The secrets of the mind-body connection
- The power of your breath
- How to improve your own Yin yoga practice
- How to use the props / support correctly. How to create custom sequences
- Understand Yin yoga-specific anatomy and physiology
- How to teach a 60-90 minute Yin class
- How to teach & modify Yin yoga poses
7-day yoga teacher training course
This course gives you a solid foundation of the theory and methodology of Yin yoga. You will learn how Yin yoga poses work along the body’s meridians and about the effects on the biomechanics of the body, including how the poses work on the fascia and connective tissues.
You will also explore how Yin yoga works on deep energetic levels. And how you can use it to still your mind and balance your emotional body.
This training will provide you with a clear understanding of the beautiful power of Yin Yoga in order to deepen your own practice and/or share this with your (future) students.
Learn inspiring wisdom teachings about Qi (energy) and the meridians. You will do some powerful breathwork and meditation. You will learn all about fascia and the yin anatomy.
The Yin teacher training in Spain will help you to dive deeper into stillness, openness, surrendering, relaxation, and acceptance and help you to find balance in this fast-changing world.
You will be guided through the teaching method and sequencing of 20+ key poses in Yin Yoga and variations on these poses. You will have the opportunity for practical teaching experience and will be encouraged to develop your confidence in sharing Yin yoga with other students during the training.
You will learn postures and teach an asana practice through a multitude of lectures, discussions, posture exploration, teaching exercises, and posture sequencing.
The curriculum includes the following:
- 24 hours yoga technique, training, and practice
- 10 hours teaching methodology
- 10 hours anatomy and physiology
- 6 hours yoga philosophy
Why choose this 50-hour Yin TTC
There are a lot of yoga teacher training courses on the market. You should choose one that feels good. Jane has done several teacher courses in the past and has learned what I find important in a course.
She's a down-to-earth yogi who will offer you a professional, comprehensive course that she has created with a lot of passion. She has learned so much that I would like to share with you. As for many people, a teacher training course is a big positive turning point in her life and a beautiful journey.
You will find a lot of teacher training centres that have courses in huge groups.
For this specific intimate course, Jane has chosen to work with a very small group (8 students maximum). This creates a nice and intimate setting where people can feel safe and can share their experiences openly. Working with a small group allows her to give you a lot of attention and personal feedback.
- Personalized attention: With a small group size, more time can be dedicated to each student, ensuring a deeper understanding and refined practice of Yin yoga.
- A safe, supportive environment: The cosy setting of the beautiful Spanish country house creates a safe haven, allowing you to explore and grow without the overwhelm of larger groups.
- Deep connections: Make lasting bonds with fellow yoga enthusiasts in a setting that fosters close interaction and mutual support.
- Immersive experience: Absorb the essence of Yin yoga in a tranquil environment, far removed from the distractions of your daily life.
- Unique setting: The charming Spanish retreat provides the perfect backdrop for introspection, learning, and growth.
Yoga Alliance® 50-hour – Internationally-recognized certification for Continuous Education
This 50-hour yoga teacher training course is registered with Yoga Alliance® USA. This is an international body that sets international standards for yoga teacher training programs. This course is recognized by Yoga Alliance as 50 hours of continuing training for Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT).
Upon completion of this yoga teacher training, students will receive a certificate for 50 hours of Yin yoga training. When you are a registered yoga teacher, you can add the 50 hours to your total hours.
Teaching yoga in a safe way
In this Yin yoga teacher training, Jane places strong emphasis on anatomy and the unique differences in skeletons, and how these factors influence your yoga practice. You'll learn how to practice and teach Yin yoga safely and responsibly.
Jane offers in-depth insights into the structures of the body and how they affect the execution of Yin yoga postures. With thorough knowledge of anatomy, you'll be able to provide the right adjustments and variations, ensuring every student can safely and effectively enjoy the benefits of Yin yoga.
Your guidance will be based on a solid foundation of understanding and awareness of the body, which is an essential pillar for a balanced and successful Yin yoga practice.
Module anatomy & physiology
- Introduction to the anatomy of the human body related to Yin yoga. Looking at the skeletal system of the body
- Basic physiology with particular emphasis on connective tissues, fascia, and respiration
- Understanding of variable anatomy
- Explore the nervous system
- Understand tension versus compression
- Study the benefits and contraindications of the Yin yoga asanas
Module history & philosophy
- History of Yin yoga
- Philosophy of Yin yoga: Yin intentions & The Tattvas of the Yin practice (the principles and qualities of the practice)
- Journey into the Taoist Wisdom
- Yin / Yang Theory (Taoist theory and the principles of Yin and Yang)
- General of Qi / Prana and the Meridians / Nadis
- Understand the 3 layers of the body / 5 sheets
A day in the teacher training course
- 08:00 - 09:30 Your day starts with a nice Yin practice
- 09:30 - 10:30 Break - you have a healthy and nourishing breakfast
- 10:30 - 12:00 Lecture time - anatomy
- Short break
- 12:15 - 14:00 Asana clinic: explaining all about Yin poses, props and modifications
- 14:00 - 16:00 Break: wonderful lunch and time for self-study, chill time at the pool, or a nice walk in the mountains.
- 16:00 - 17:00 Lecture time: philosophy
- Short break: enjoy a little snack
- 17:15 - 18:45 Asana clinic & students practice teaching time
- 19:00 - 19:45 Dinner time
- From 19:45 Relax and self-study
This is an example of a day. Jane Bakx will shift things around now and then.
Recommended reading
Jane recommends that you read ‘The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga’ by Bernie Clark either before, during, or straight after the Yin training. It will give you a lot of in-depth information. Information will also be given during training, but it’s great to repeat what you learn so that it will stay put in your brain.
Booking policy and minimum participation
Please note that the Yin TTC requires a minimum of 5 participants to proceed. While planning your trip, including booking flights and other travel arrangements, Jane recommends waiting until the Yin TTC is officially confirmed with the minimum number of participants. This precaution is advised because in the event the Yin TTC is cancelled due to not reaching the required number of guests, Jane is unable to take responsibility for any flight or travel costs incurred.
Your understanding and cooperation are highly valued. Jane strives to confirm the Yin Yoga TTC status well in advance, giving you enough time to comfortably arrange your travels. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your booking and travel plans, please do not hesitate to contact her.
After reading all the info above you might still want to know more. Please send an inquiry with any questions you might have. You can always plan a call via WhatsApp if you would like more information.
Instructors
Jane Bakx
Jane is an international Yoga Alliance-certified E-RYT500 senior yoga teacher, teacher trainer, and continuing education provider (YACEP), teaching all over the world and online. Also organizer and host of yoga retreats. She loves and teaches Vinyasa, slow flow and Yin yoga. She learned all about Yin yoga directly from Bernie Clark himself, the author of ‘The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga’. Jane is a total anatomy and physiology nerd who loves to share all her knowledge with you. She has 20+ years of personal yoga practice, 9+ years of teaching and 750+ students from 25+ countries.
Brenda Freijer
Brenda is an E-200RYT yoga teacher and also a YACEP who has completed a vast number of trainings and advanced courses. Yin yoga and anatomy are her passions, and she loves sharing her knowledge in her classes and masterclasses. She is also a certified massage therapist. Until 2015, Brenda worked full-time in advertising, but after her first yoga teacher training, she gained a new perspective on her career and began freelancing combined with teaching yoga.
Location
Orgiva, Granada
Jane is delighted to host this special, intimate Yin yoga TTC in the heart of Spain's picturesque Alpujarras region, just a few minutes from Orgiva town (Granada mountains).
Known for its natural beauty and spiritual vibrancy, Orgiva is a charming town with a diverse, welcoming community. It has become a hub for spiritual seekers and wellness enthusiasts. The unique energy of the town is truly palpable.
Surrounded by the breathtaking Sierra Nevada mountains, the TTC location provides an idyllic setting to deepen your Yin yoga practice. The serene landscapes, characterized by lush valleys and clear skies, offer a perfect backdrop for this wonderful Yin course.
The area's main attractions include dramatic hill and mountain scenery, unspoiled whitewashed villages, and the beautiful historic city of Granada, which is just a 45-minute drive away.
Food
During your Yin training, you will also indulge in a culinary journey that's as revitalizing as the yoga and meditation sessions during the TCC.
At Jane's Yin TTC, you'll be treated to amazing, super yummy, healthy, and nourishing food, skillfully prepared by a chef. The menus feature wonderful vegetarian and vegan options, predominantly gluten-free and sugar-free, crafted with balance and wellness in mind.
Every meal is a celebration of health and flavor, with most fruits and vegetables sourced from local farmers. This ensures not only freshness but also supports sustainable practices. The seasonal menus are designed to delight your taste buds with a variety of flavors, embracing all the colors of the rainbow.
But it's more than just delicious food; it's about nourishing your body to complement the wonderful effects of the yoga and meditation practices during the Yin TTC. The food you'll enjoy here is carefully chosen to support your body during this training. The nutritious meals are designed to energize and revitalize your body. This holistic approach ensures that every aspect of your being is cared for during this exclusive Yin Yoga teacher training course.
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
- Gluten Free
What's included
- Comprehensive in-depth yoga teacher training
- The course/hours count as Continuing Education hours for Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®)
- 7 days of inspiration
- 6 nights of beautiful accommodation (shared or single room)
- Daily 3 vegetarian / vegan and organic meals
- Tea and water
- Use of yoga materials
- Very small group; you will have your teacher as a guide through every step of your training
- Comprehensive manual. The in-depth training manual is an exceptional learning and reference tool for both during and after your training
- A Whatsapp group where we share valuable information
- A good foundation of Yin yoga
- Daily Yin yoga practices
- Daily theory, talks and exercises
- Relax time, reading and contemplation time
What's not included
- Flight ticket Malaga
- A travel or cancellation insurance
- Additional activities, personal expenses
- Transfer to and from the accommodation. The shared transfer is 50 EUR per person per ride
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer available for additional US$ 58 per person
Málaga Airport
97 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Málaga Airport (AGP). Jane offers a group transfer from Malaga airport, departing around 11:30 a.m. on the arrival day, and from Orgiva (to Malaga airport) at 12:00 p.m. on the departure day. Timings are coordinated with the majority of the group's flight schedules.
The group transfer is available at a cost of 50 EUR per person, per way, with a minimum of three people required. Should there be fewer than three participants, the price per person will increase accordingly.
The transfer from Malaga airport to the accommodation in Orgiva takes around 90 minutes.
For the arrival day: Make sure you arrive at Malaga airport by 10:45 a.m. or earlier. For the departure day: You will leave Orgiva around 12:00 p.m. Jane recommends booking a flight that departs at least 4 hours after leaving Orgiva, so after 4 p.m.
Private transfers are available upon request, though at a higher cost. Alternatively, you're welcome to rent a car for more flexibility.
Many participants book a day and night in Malaga before or after the TTC. This is highly recommended. It is a very nice and relaxed city by the sea. Of course, you can also choose to stay in Granada for a day or two.
You can book a flight at a good price with Transavia, Vueling, EasyJet or Ryanair. It can often be cheaper to book two single tickets (with two different airlines).
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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