21 Day 200-Hour Naia Yoga Teacher Training in Hoi An, Vietnam
Naia's Yoga Teacher Training in Vietnam
Together, you will will take a journey into your body, mind, and heart, supported by highly experienced instructors, Naia's friendly team, and the healing nature of Hoi An. They have partnered with two truly incredible female Vietnamese teachers, who have both been teaching for more than a decade, to bring their students a supportive and high-quality experience in this yoga teacher training. You will stay at a private house on the edge of the rice fields, and study with a small group of just 16 students. At the end of the three weeks, you will leave with a 200-hour teaching certificate from Yoga Alliance USA, a community of new friends, and a strong foundation to begin teaching yoga anywhere in the world.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Learn from advanced yoga teachers
- Experience Hoi An lifestyle and beauty
- Nourish yourself with delicious meals
- Enjoy your personal space and retreat time
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- Restore with natural spa treatments
- 20 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
Types
21 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
The accommodation is situated in the rice fields in Hoi An. There are two options for students who need a place to stay during the teacher training:
- Shared or private room in a large private villa, with ensuite private bathroom, hot water, free Wi-Fi, and washing machine.
- Private room in Naia Retreat House, the spa house and founder's home, with ensuite private bathroom, hot water, free Wi-Fi, washer and dryer.
Students who prefer to arrange their own accommodation in Hoi An are welcome to do so and may opt to pay only for the study program, meals, and excursions.
Program
Certification
Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).
Course schedule
Students will study six days of the week and have one rest day per week. On rest days Naia will organize excursions to Hoi An's top nature and culture attractions. Students may choose to join the excursions or spend the day as they like.
There will be an opening and closing ceremony for the teacher training course on the first and last days of the program. Students are asked to stay until the end of the closing ceremony to receive their 200-hour certificates.
This 21-day journey offers an opportunity to explore the body, mind, and heart, supported by experienced instructors, Naia’s welcoming team, and the healing nature of Hoi An.
- Learn from advanced yoga teachers: The lead instructors each have more than 12 years and 10,000 hours of teaching experience, and have completed advanced yoga studies and managed their own yoga studios over the years.
- Experience Hoi An lifestyle and beauty: Explore Hoi An's UNESCO-listed Ancient Town, sandy coastline, and soothing countryside on guided excursions. The yoga classes are held at the beachfront studio or by the rice fields.
- Nourish yourself with delicious meals: Try Vietnam's world-famous cuisine, made with fresh herbs and healthy local ingredients. Naia Cafe will serve you daily vegetarian meals and snacks, along with tropical fruits and cleansing juices.
- Enjoy your personal space and retreat time: Study, sleep, and strengthen yourself in our serene yoga villa and retreat house, with private rooms and bathrooms, an outdoor pool, and expansive views of the rice fields and vegetable farms of Hoi An.
- Restore with natural spa treatments: Naia Spa is a home-style spa where they use Vietnamese-inspired traditions to foster deep relaxation and release. Look forward to two 90-minute spa treatments during the course.
Daily schedule
This is a sample schedule and is subject to change. Students will be informed the final daily schedule on the first day of the program.
- 06:00 - 8:00 Morning Practice (asana, pranayama, meditation)
- 08:00 - 09:00 Breakfast
- 09:00 - 12:00 Teaching methodology and techniques (sequencing, adjustments)
- 12:00 - 14:00 Lunch and break
- 14:00 - 16:00 Yoga philosophy, or anatomy and physiology, or special workshops
- 16:00 - 17:00 Self-practice
- 17:00 - 18:00 Evening practice (Restorative, Yin, or gentle yoga)
- 18:00 - 19:30 Dinner
- 19:30 - 20:30 Karma yoga
Included excursions
- Three excursions to top nature and culture attractions within Hoi An with all tickets, transport, and meals included
- Cham Island snorkeling trip (weather permitting)
- Tra Que vegetable and herb village
- Hoi An Ancient Town and local museums
Instructors
Thuong Minh Nguyen
Thuong Minh is a 500-hour certified teacher, trained in the Philippines and India. Currently teaching at Zenith Yoga and Om Hanoi.
Phuoc Hanh Nguyen
Phuoc Nguyen is a 500-hour certified yoga instructor, trained in both Vietnam and the USA. She the owner of Love Yoga and a teacher at Naia Yoga.
Location
Naia Yoga + Cafe is part of a small community in Tan Thanh, a beach village just five kilometers from Hoi An Ancient Town. The space features comfy armchairs and dining tables in a garden and open-air café, as well as a beach deck overlooking the shore.
Naia Spa + Retreat is tucked away in An My Village, surrounded by vegetable gardens and rice fields. This peaceful setting includes a wellness retreat house, private spa rooms, and an outdoor deck with panoramic views.
Food
Naia Hoi An is delighted to offer a delicious vegetarian menu daily. And to celebrate our opening ceremony, they will be preparing a special fine vegan dining experience for all of you! Throughout the program, you'll enjoy healthy and nourishing vegetarian meals served three times a day.
In between, you'll have fresh local fruits along with tea and detox drinks available. The wonderful Naia kitchen team is truly dedicated to supporting you with balanced meals designed to help your body feel clean, strong, and fully energized for your training.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
What's included
- Certificate of completion and a corresponding certificate
- 20 nights' accommodation in a private house on the edge of the rice fields in Hoi An, with free laundry (self service)
- Daily morning practice in classical Hatha yoga or Vinyasa yoga, and late afternoon practice in gentle, Yin, or Restorative yoga
- Instruction in pranayama practices, meditation and relaxation techniques, workshops in anatomy and physiology, yoga philosophy and lifestyle
- Professional guidance on becoming a yoga teacher, planning and leading classes, and setting up a yoga business
- Three excursions to top nature and culture attractions within Hoi An with all tickets, transport, and meals included
- Three healthy vegetarian meals per day, plus snacks, drinking water, and herbal tea
- Textbooks, printed study handouts, and 200-hour yoga teacher training manual
What's not included
- Travel expenses
- Medical expenses
- Personal expenses
- Visa fees
- Pick up/drop off from the airport or bus stations
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer available for additional US$ 12 per person
Da Nang International Airport
21 km away from your destination
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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