21 Day 200-Hour Hatha/Ishta Traditional Yoga Teacher Training in Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa
Life Transforming Traditional Yoga Teacher Training in South Africa
Pathways Academy of Life - has trained many phenomenal teachers from all over the world, for the last 20 years in our 21-day curriculum in the ancient art of yoga, its tradition, psychology, and philosophy. The certification includes the powerful ancient secret practice of Yoga Nidra therapy, which has become imperative in all yoga practices and for all teachers to be qualified in. It is essential at this time, when the numbers of people diagnosed with anxiety and depression have spiraled to all time highs ever experienced on our planet. This is becoming now becoming a most vital subject in any YTT course.
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Highlights
- Learn the ancient secrets of Life and scientific mind techniques to a life of complete fulfillment
- Discover the journey to self-realization
- Discover who you are and what you are capable of
- Enjoy an inner journey to connect with your purpose and transform
- Learn the science of healing depression and anxiety
- A 200-hour Pathway Academy of Life Yoga Teacher certificate
- Eligible to registration with World Yoga Alliance
- 20 nights accommodation with all nutritious meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Styles
King Shaka International Airport (US$ 28 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Spa
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Garden
- Yoga studio
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
Pathways Country Yoga Retreat offers heavenly, comfortable accommodation in a very homely environment. Each room is private with a king or queen size bed for your comfort. Bathrooms are shared with one other. Each room over looks either the a tranquil garden and swimming pool or three serene lakes. There is a private island and gardens for quiet time or contemplation with an outdoor sun deck to soak in the miraculous beauty of sunrise and sunset. There is also an indoor and outdoor yoga studio, fresh vegetable and fruit gardens, nature walking trails, and an abundance of bird life among other activities. You'll feel revitalized, clear minded, relaxed, and rejuvenated. Catering to individuals, couples, families, and groups, a friendly, tranquil environment is assured.
Program
The yoga teacher training also teaches one how to integrate the age old teachings and modern day life, in a way of being, bringing balance, and fulfillment to life. This program is for those who wish to transform their life, awaken and merge with their soul, connect with the guru within and deepen their knowledge and experience of yoga. For those that want to delve into the ancient secrets of life. You will discover who you are and what you are capable of and learn scientific techniques for self-realization.
The world is on the brink of 'awakening'. What people are realizing is that there is an eight limb outline to the practice of yoga and that all eight limbs have to be practiced for the union to happen. This course will prepare you for the times you are moving into and equip you to help others through these times too, and help you understanding the working of the subtle body (mind and emotions) and its needs to transition through the times emerging with ease and share this with a passion.
The trainer is the author of her published books Pathway To Wellness, Yoga Nidra and The Ancient Secret of Life and her Children’s Yoga Nidra – The Enlightened Super Soul. She has completed a compilation of Yoga Nidra audio’s to balance mind, body and emotions. As a qualified life coach, she specializes teaching life transforming techniques in wellness and fulfillment. Jennifer is a qualified and registered yoga teacher through Ishta School of Yoga and Health.
She is also a qualified Kundalini yoga teacher. Jennifer is a CYT with World Yoga Alliance and Pathways Academy of Life a CYS with World Yoga Alliance. Jennifer is also a full member of the yoga teacher fellowship of Southern Africa, thus the International Yoga Federation. She obtained a full distinction, Life Coaching Diploma through The Life Coach Institute in the UK.
Jennifer has been practicing yoga for 27 years and teaching for 26 years. She has also trained teachers for the last 20 years.
Minimum yoga teacher standards
Pathways Country Yoga Retreats minimum yoga teacher standards are taken from the International Yoga Federation (IYF) and Worlds Yoga Alliance (WYA) and are in accordance to international requirements. The minimum yoga teacher standards for this yoga teacher training cover dedication and discipline, attendance of all lessons, and written and practical exam all done on the training. Pathways Country Yoga Retreat offers one-on-one training courses or small groups of 2 - 4 for personalized training, maximum of 8.
Syllabus
Pathway Country Yoga Retreats yoga teacher training covers the following topics:
- The meaning of yoga
- A spiritual life
- The science and philosophy of yoga
- Anatomy of the physical body: circulatory, respiratory, digestive, lymphatic, endocrine, nervous, muscular skeletal, immune and genitor urinary systems etc
- Anatomy of the non physical body: the chakras, nadis, kundalini, aura, ida, pingala, sushumana
- The joint operation of the physical and non physical bodies
- Energy balancing - disease and pranic healing.
- Anatomical and physiological studies
- Understanding the role and operation of mind, body, and emotions
- The mind psychological studies including, mind, mental states, and affect of yoga on the mind.
- Asana (postures) benefits, contra-indication, healing, and breathing
- Asana correction techniques, training & practice of asanas, pranayama, kriya, mantra, and meditation
- Teaching techniques and methodology including voice projection, class planning, and teacher qualities
- Techniques to develop and teach with intuition
- Principles of demonstration, observation, assistance, and correcting
- Pranayama including all breath techniques
- Relaxation
- Yoga Nidra
- Meditation (Pratyahara, Dhyana, Dharana, Samadhi) including trataka, silence and 20 meditation practices
- Shatkarmas purification
- Patanjali's eight limbs of yoga
- Sutras of patanjali
- The paths of yoga
- Mudras & bhandas
- Mantra and yantra
- Gunas and tattvas
- Compassion, forgiveness, and gratitude
- Facing challenges
- Ethics and lifestyle
- Diet/Introduction to Ayurveda
- Self study and journaling
- Processing of psychic scars
- Getting started: class settings and goal setting
- Spiritual life coaching
Certification
- A 200-hour RYT Pathway Academy of Life Yoga Teacher certificate
- Membership with yoga teachers fellowship of Southern Africa
- Yoga teacher fellowship members are automatically International Yoga Federation members
- Registration with World Yoga Alliance (WYA)
Included excursions
- A Safari Game Drive
- Visit a local farmers market
Instructors
Jennifer Fitzsimmons
Jennifer Fitzsimmons is the founder of Pathways Academy of Life and Pathways Country Yoga Retreat based in Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa, where she hosts various yoga teacher training and yoga retreats. Her journey began 26 years ago when she was diagnosed with depression and anxiety and had a burning desire to heal. Jennifer has been practicing yoga for 26 years and teaching for 24 years. She has also trained teachers for the last 20 years. She is a published author of four books and a Community Ambassador of Global Peace Let's Talk.
Location
Welcome to our beautiful retreat snuggled away from the rest of the world in Eston, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. Where everyone agrees, you feel as though you are in another world completely. Pathways Country Yoga Retreat is an escape from everything happening in the world to a tranquil piece of paradise where on arrival stress and tension literally melt away and love and peace prevail. Between rolling green hills overlooking serene dams, you can unwind, relax, and rejuvenate out in the country at this serene haven.
Distances
- Pietermaritzburg - 25 minutes
- Amanzimtoti - 35 minutes
- Durban - 55 minutes
Food
Pathways Country Yoga Retreat caters for and embrace all diets, our homely meals are delicious and nutritious and filled with love you can taste in each bite. Their reviews over the last 12 years say it all.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Soda
- Alcoholic beverages
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Lacto-ovo Vegetarian
- Gluten Free
- Raw food
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Pescatarian
- Fruitarian
- Lactose Free
- Yogic
Things to do (optional)
- Bird watching
- Hot air ballooning
- Mountain biking
- Nature walking
- Wellness spa available
- Skydiving
Spa treatments
Available every day at an additional fee. Prices subject to annual increase.
- Ancient African Ritual (120 Mins) 950 ZAR - Full Body Polish, Body Wrap, Cleansing Facial, Followed By A Scalp And Body Massage
- African Hot Rock Journey (60 Mins) 650 ZAR
- African Radiant Glow (75 Mins) 620 ZAR - Dry Body Brush, Polishing Scrub and Full Body Wrap
- African Handprint Ritual (60 Mins) 360.00 Zar - Hand Polish, Cuticles Restored, Hand Massage, Shoulder And Scalp Massage
- African Footprint Ritual (60 Mins) 360.00 Zar - Foot Soak, Foot Scrub, Foot Massage, Pedicure, Shoulder And Scalp Massage
What's included
- 20 meditation techniques
- 20 nights accommodation
- Yoga Nidra Therapy Training for anxiety and depression
- A Pathway Academy of Life yoga teacher certificate
- Anatomical, physiological and mind psychological studies
- Daily nutritious meals
- Daily yoga practice
- Pranayama including all breathing techniques
- Teaching techniques and methodology
- Laundry facilities
- Course materials
- Safari game drive
What's not included
- Airport transfer (additional fee)
- All additional activities hold there own fee
- Flights and insurance and taxes
How to get there
Recommended Airports
King Shaka International Airport
64 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 28 per person
Driving directions from Durban
- Take the N3 towards Pietermaritzburg.
- Take the camper down off-ramp.
- At the top of the off-ramp turn left.
- Follow the road for about 3 kilometers to a T-junction turn left onto the R603 toward Umbumbulu. Pass Tala game reserve and Eston farmers club.
- After about 15 kilometers, you will pass a Caltex garage on your left at the Eston cross roads, you are 5kilometers from Pathways sign, continue along the R603.
- After about 5.5 kilometers, you will see a signpost, Pathways Country Yoga Retreat, turn left at this sign off the R603 and proceed along a gravel road.
- The road will come to a fork - take the left side of the split and follow the white painted arrows on rocks on the side of the road.
- When you reach a T- junction, there is a small rock with a turn left white arrow.
- Follow this road until you come to a small sign post, Clonmel Farm Homestead, and then turn right.
- Proceed with this road until you come to the homestead front gate.
Driving directions from Pietermaritzburg
- Proceed along the N3 in the direction of Durban.
- Take the R603 Umlaas Road / Umbumbulu / Richmond off-ramp.
- Follow the Umbumbulu sign on the R603.
- Proceed down the R603 towards Umbumbulu.
- After about 15 kilometers, you will pass a Caltex garage on your left at the Eston cross roads, you are 5kilometers from Pathways sign, continue along the R603.
- After about 5.5 kilometers, you will see a signpost, Pathways Country Yoga Retreat, turn left at this sign off the R603 and proceed along a gravel road.
- The road will come to a fork - take the left side of the split and follow the white painted arrows on rocks on the side of the road.
- When you reach a T- junction, there is a small rock with a turn left white arrow.
- Follow this road until you come to a small sign post, Clonmel Farm Homestead, and then turn right.
- Proceed with this road until you come to the homestead front gate.
Driving directions from Amanzimtoti
- Take the N2 towards Port Shepstone.
- Take the Kingsburgh/Umbumbulu off ramp (R603).
- Turn right in the direction of Umbumbulu on the R603.
- Proceed along the R603 for about 43 kilometers.
- Pass the Mid Illovo signpost and continue for 1.5 kilometers.
- There will be a signpost, Pathways Country Yoga Retreat, turn right at this sign - off the R603 and proceed along a gravel road.
- The road will come to a fork take the left side of the split and follow the white painted arrows on rocks on the side of the road.
- When you reach a T- junction, there is a small rock with a turn left white arrow.
- Follow this road until you come to a small sign post, Clonmel Farm Homestead, and then turn right.
- Proceed with this road until you come to the homestead front gate.
Driving directions from South Coast
- Take the N2 towards Durban.
- Take the Kingsburgh/Umbumbulu off ramp (R603).
- Turn left in the direction of Umbumbulu on the R603.
- Proceed along the R603 for about 43 kilometers.
- Pass the Mid Illovo signpost and continue for 1.5 kilometers.
- There will be a signpost, Pathways Country Yoga Retreat, turn right at this sign - off the R603 and proceed along a gravel road.
- The road will come to a fork - take the left side of the split and follow the white painted arrows on rocks on the side of the road.
- When you reach a T- junction, there is a small rock with a turn left white arrow.
- Follow this road until you come to a small sign post, Clonmel Farm Homestead, and then turn right.
- Proceed with this road until you come to the homestead front gate.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 7 days before arrival.
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