21 Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Tenerife, Canary Island, Spain
Yoga Teacher Training in Tenerife
Step into a 21-day immersion designed to awaken your spirit, expand your awareness, and deepen your connection to the ancient path of yoga. This journey invites you to explore yoga not just as a practice, but as a way of life - through movement, breath, stillness, and self-inquiry. Guided by both timeless wisdom and modern tools, you’ll be invited to open your heart, challenge your mind, and nourish your body. Whether you're new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this experience will meet you where you are and invite you to grow beyond. This is not just a retreat - it’s a transformational journey inward, a space to reconnect with your essence and rediscover the wisdom that already lives within you.
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Highlights
- Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
- Comprehensive 200-hour yoga teacher training
- Daily asana practice, pranayama, and meditation sessions
- Yoga anatomy, philosophy, lifestyle, history, and ethics
- Learn how to create a balanced sequence
- 3 vegan or vegetarian daily meals
- 20 nights accommodation
- Airport pick up on arrival
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Types
19 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Dining area
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Laundry
- Parking lot
Retreat center in Tenerife
The serene eco-farm has 4 studio apartments, 3 yurts, a cave room, a professional kitchen, organic gardens and fruit trees, indoor / outdoor yoga spaces, a natural cave for sound healing and meditation, a pool, a fire pit, and a swimming pool.
The yurts
The yurts have an outdoor kitchenette and lounge area, 3 shared bathrooms, and 3 shared showers, one of which is outdoor.
Studio apartments
The studio apartments include full kitchens, private bathrooms, and showers.
Program
Certification
Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).
Yoga styles
The main yoga lineage practiced during the course will be Hatha, as it is the origin of all yoga asanas. The evening practice will be Yin / Restorative, as this slower-paced, meditative version of asanas is the perfect way to integrate the learnings and discoveries of the day.
What you will learn
- How to safely perform primary and intermediate asanas
- How to create a balanced sequence
- How to adjust and redirect students
- Teaching methodology
Pranayama and meditation
With daily practice, you will be able to master different techniques of pranayama and meditation, to then safely lead your future practitioners in their paths. Different lineages of meditation will be practiced, both to enable you to learn different teaching styles and to find your way to settle the mind.
What you will learn
- Different pranayama and meditation techniques
- How to safely incorporate bandhas, mantras, and mudras
- Where these techniques come from and their benefits
- How to lead a safe and balanced practice
Yoga history, ethics, philosophy, and anatomy
You will learn the authentic yoga tradition in all its different aspects. One of the benefits of participating in group training is that there are so many different minds and beliefs, to enable great debates and raise the level of consciousness.
Topics covered:
- Yoga Sutras and Baghavad Gita
- The eight limbs of yoga
- Chakras and Kundalini energy
- Kriyas, mudras, and bandhas
Ayurveda lifestyle
Ayurveda encourages certain lifestyle interventions and natural therapies to regain a balance between the body, mind, spirit, and environment. For this reason, Trikona Yoga gives this science a lot of attention both in the classroom and outside it.
Ayurveda-inspired
- Vegan or vegetarian meals
- Seasonal, local, and organic produce
- Use and conversation about spices and their importance
- Doshas balance test
- Assimilation of different daily routines
This 200-hour YTT will provide you with a strong foundation in your yogic practice, teachings, and outlook. Dive into the heart of yoga philosophy, master modern teaching techniques, and relish the delicious local cuisine.
Don't miss this chance to embark on a life-changing adventure and deepen your practice while discovering the beauty of the Canary Islands.
Workshops in nature
The incredible location they can share will enable you to experience the deep connection they have with nature. With acres of accessible, untouched land, the possibilities are endless.
Workshops and ideas
- Silent walks and meditations
- Permaculture experience
Sample daily schedule
Please note that the schedule may vary according to season or special requirements. The schedule above is only an example. A full list of inclusions, exclusions, and what to bring will be provided upon signing up.
- 07:30 - 08:00 Kriya, pranayama, meditation
- 08:00 - 09:30 Hatha asana practice
- 09:30 - 10:30 Breakfast
- 10:30 - 13:00 Yoga philosophy, history, anatomy
- 13:00 - 13:00 Break
- 13:30 - 14:30 Lunch
- 14:30 - 16:00 Ayurveda, yoga ethics
- 16:00 - 17:00 Teaching methodology, professional development
- 17:00 - 18:00 Yin yoga
- 18:00 - 18:30 Break
- 18:30 - 19:30 Dinner
Instructors
Shankari Shaktini
Shankari Shaktini is an expert in Vedic tradition, meditation practices, yoga therapy, tantra, mindfulness, and an experienced coach. She has been a direct disciple of Swami Shankaratilaka for 20 years, during which she has deeply trained and accumulated 15 years of experience in transmitting the teachings of her master and the sacred texts of the Vedas. She holds a degree in Journalism from the University of Wales, completed in 2009, and in 2013 she obtained a Master's degree in Yoga, Holistic Practices, and Human Excellence from Dev Sanskriti University, Haridwar, India.
Location
Arafo, Province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
This program will take place in Arafo, which is in the Province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife on the island of Tenerife, which is among the Canary Islands.
About the location
The venue is a rustic retreat center nestled halfway between the sea and the mountains in Tenerife. Named after the revered Green Tara, the embodiment of compassion and wisdom, it is more than just a retreat center; it's a sanctuary for personal growth and sustainable living.
This unique haven is meticulously designed using the ancient art of Feng Shui, where each space is thoughtfully allocated to harness the elemental energies of Fire, Air, Water, Earth, and Wood... It's a place where you can reconnect with nature and your inner self.
Food
Vegetarian and vegan meals
This package for your yoga teacher training course includes 3 daily vegetarian / vegan meals tailored to yoga practitioners' dietary preferences. The culinary offerings aren't just sustenance; they're an integral part of your holistic wellness journey.
Start your day with a nourishing breakfast featuring fresh fruits, cereals, porridge, and rice pudding. For lunch and dinner, Trikona Yoga's skilled chef will prepare sattvic dishes using locally sourced, organic ingredients, offering a delightful variety of salads and wholesome entrees.
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
Exclusive Gifts
Trikona Yoga has prepared a few special surprises for you, including unique experiences and thoughtful extras to make your journey even more memorable.
Trikona Recipe Book
Things to do (optional)
More information on extra activities available on the days off will be provided upon booking.
What's included
- Eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion of the course
- 20 nights accommodation
- 3 daily nutritionally balanced vegetarian/vegan meals (not including days off)
- Drinking water and infusions
- Comprehensive 200-hour YTTC manual
- Transportation on arrival
- Wifi
- Support and care during, before, and after the course from the local manager and team
Included Exclusive Gifts
Trikona Recipe Book
Special bonus: Secure your spot now and receive Trikona's exclusive Yoga recipe book for free! Bring the flavors of the retreat into your own kitchen. This digital guide is packed with nourishing, plant-based recipes designed to fuel your body and soul long after the training ends.
What's not included
- Flight ticket
- Visa
- Transportation on the departure day
- Meals during the 2 days off
- Pen and notebook
- Snacks
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
Tenerife–South Airport (Reina Sofia Airport)
37 km away from your destination
Transfer included
Tenerife–North Airport (Los Rodeos Airport)
16 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Tenerife–North Airport (Los Rodeos Airport) (TFN) or Tenerife–South Airport (Reina Sofia Airport) (TFS). Pick up on arrival is included in the package. Please ensure you arrive at the airport before 2 pm to be able to take advantage of the transportation to the venue.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 31% 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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