15 Day 200-Hour VIP Immersion Yoga Teacher Training in California

Facilities

This certification has been perfected with over 600+ graduates through live training. Students can expect to have a deep understanding of yoga and a full range of yogic knowledge including posture (asana), breathing (pranayama), philosophy, and applications in daily living.

The class size is limited, so every student receives personalized attention and has direct contact with their instructor. One factor that separates Yoga Teacher Academy from other teacher training is their teacher development module. Most trainings offered only teaches you how to instruct classes using their model, and that’s how most instructors fail. Yoga Teacher Academy has formulated the practice of finding your teaching voice and style, these two are a major key in your yoga teaching.

You will be helped in finding a teaching style that you build upon and find your voice teaching flow. In addition, you will learn how to lead a safe and well-balanced class. There will be three yoga traditions covered in this training: Vinyasa, Yin, and Hatha.

Pre-requisites

You do not need a certain amount of “time” before you can enroll in yoga teacher training. Past graduates refer to this as listening to the voice inside when it’s “time” to deepen your practice and follow your passion. Yoga Teacher Academy's graduates come from all different walks of life, even self-taught yogis who heard the voice inside to help others through the power of yoga.

Training schedule

The schedule will be defined depending on group needs. There is previous work that can be done prior to arrival.

Day of arrival

• Arrival and opening ceremony
• Registration check-in 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• No early arrivals
• Event start time at 6:00 p.m. (this means you have found your comfy spot and are ready to dive in)

Sample schedule (might be different depending on the group needs)

• 08:00 Prepare for the day, meditation, and journal
• 09:00 Yoga practice one
• 10:00 Session one
• 13:00 Lunch - free time
• 14:00 Session two
• 16:00 Practice two
• 17:30 Practice teach - independent study
• 19:00 Dinner - recovery - downtime

Day of departure

Latest time of departure is the final day at noon. You are welcome to leave anytime after the closing ceremony the previous night. The closing ceremony ends at 6:00 p.m.

Phase one: information | Learn it - the science of the yoga practice

Now that you have heard the voice within you to learn what it takes to deepen your practice, in phase one, you will unlock the science behind your yoga. Through this, you will see for the first time each tradition broken down into the physical body. You will be guided through the hidden science of the respiratory and nervous system, as you unfold how to increase life force energy in the human body.

Your outcome through this phase with training videos, audios, and action guide is to allow your mind to begin seeing the science behind the power of yoga. By the time, you complete this phase of your yoga teacher training experience, you will - for the first time - get a glimpse into the reality of becoming the beacon of light that holds the space for your community.

• Outcome: Full intellectual understanding of the science of yoga practice.

Phase two: Integration | Live it - the art of the yoga lifestyle

This phase is known as the art integration of the yoga lifestyle. Every other week as you complete the video training, audio, and action guides, you will have a group live hands-on coaching call with your lead trainer, Julianne Arce. This will ensure you fully understand the science and the art of marrying the two together. The fine art of creating sacred space in your teaching and fostering the journey of the ones who seek you to guide them through their practice.

The integration of guided and unguided meditation is a vital component of the yogic lifestyle. In this phase, you break down the framework of delivering such beautiful art of your teachings. In the conclusion of your integration between the two, you will immerse yourself in the understanding of the business of yoga. Giving you the clarity to effectively communicate your message and start marketing your passion.

• Outcome: Fully integrate the art of the yoga lifestyle.

Phase three: Illumination | Lead it - the teaching methodology

Now that the information [science] and the integration [art] have been completed, you move to the next phase in your training. By the time you reach this level, you will integrate the development of your teaching voice. You have a unique teaching voice, accessing it to craft your final class before graduation. This will also serve you as you guide others through their meditation during savasana.

Hands-on adjustments are what will separate you from the rest, your ability to deliver this will make every practice memorable. The power is in your hands and your voice, use them to create a lasting experience in every practice you deliver. As you conclude your classes, the art of Savasana is the “reward” for most yoga practitioners. There is an art to deliver the most crucial part of one's practice, you will learn to master this craft.

• Outcome: Full immersion of the science and art of living, and teaching the power of yoga

Richard Henry Dana Jr. called Dana Point, “the most romantic spot in California”. From Doheny State Beach to Dana Point Harbor to the cliffs of the Headlands Conservation Trail, this beach town is full of stunning views and treasures that are sure to make for great memories for your yoga teacher training.

Dana Point is known as the Whale Capital of the West, you’re just about guaranteed to see blowhole bursts dotting the horizon throughout the season. The Beach Boys famously serenaded the scene in this town, as visitors have enjoyed sport fishing, sailing, watersports, and more, for decades.

With miles of fine white sandy beaches, great restaurants, and the perfect climate, the city is a popular yoga destination. Your stay will be less than 20 minutes from the Meditation Garden in Encinitas and the Chopra Center.

Distances

• Doheny State Beach, 0.7 mile
• Dana Point Farmers Market, 0.7 mile
• Ocean Institute, 0.9 mile
• Dana Point Latern District, 1.2 miles
• Mission San Juan Capristano, 4.2 miles
• 1000 Steps Beach, 4.3 miles
• Victoria Beach, 6.2 miles
• San Clemente Pier, 6.5 miles
• Laguna Beach, 8.3 miles
• Heisler Park, 8.6 miles
• Crystal Cove State Park, 11.2 miles
• John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 25 minutes' drive

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During this advanced training, you are recommended to stay hydrated and nourished with healthy nutrition to keep energy levels high. Food has the potential to heal and balance the energy systems within the body.

Although meals (except breakfast) are not included with your tuition, attendees will have access to local gourmet raw, vegan, and vegetarian meal options. There are three to four local grocery stores, farmers market, coffee shops, and restaurants. Most students download the “InstaCart” app to order groceries and get them delivered to you. You will be walking distance to over 30 food options.

Please note that this is an alcohol and substance-free retreat.

Yoga Teacher Academy wants you to retain as much as possible but you will have time to enjoy sunsets, beach walks, and sightseeing.

Attractions and activities nearby

• Whale watching
• Dana Point Harbor
• Ocean Institute
• Dana Point Lantern District
• Dana Point Farmers Market
• Mission San Juan Capistrano
• 1000 Steps Beach
• Victoria Beach
• Doheny State Beach
• San Clemente Pier
• Laguna Beach
• Heisler Park
• Crystal Cove State Park

• Guided yoga practices
• 3 yoga traditions (Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin)
• Advanced yoga business training
• 14 nights accommodation
• Yoga teacher certification program
• Yoga teacher training manual
• Certificate of completion
• Cacao ceremony
• Arm balance and inversion training
• 90 days of online yoga on demand
• Yoga Teacher Academy Journal
• Drone photo-shoot
• Dedicated Yoga Teacher Training app
• Lifetime access to virtual yoga academy

• Laundry services
• Airport transfers
• Alcoholic beverages and non-included drinks
• Taxi fares
• Train fares
• Uber fares and all other transportations cost
• All tips for the drivers, guides, maids, and bell boys
• Optional excursions and transportation
• Any other activities
• Gratuity for any massage services
• Healing sessions
• Items of a personal nature (gifts, toll calls, excess baggage, and medical costs)
• Round trip flight from your home to San Diego
• Souvenir shopping
• The costs of hospitalization and evacuation from remote areas
• Tours
• Travel insurance
• Additional expenses arising from the delay or extension of a trip

Recommended Airports

• A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid 15 days before arrival.