Product Description

Program

This course focuses on traditional Hatha yoga. Hatha yoga is a way of approaching life, with the asana practice being just one part of the eight limbs of the philosophy. Throughout the course, you will learn how to integrate the empathetic and spiritual practice of Hatha into your daily life. Vinyasa, a more modern form of yoga derived from Hatha Asana practice, emphasizes breathing with movement. Each movement in a Vinyasa flow is harmonized with an inhale or an exhale, making each class unique. You will also learn how to sequence beautiful Vinyasa flows that reflect your teaching style.

In addition to teaching Hatha philosophy, this course also covers traditional Ayurveda, including the Ayurvedic diet, understanding your Ayurvedic profile (doshas), and using Ayurveda for overall wellness. Understanding human anatomy and how yoga affects our bodies on a biological level is important for yoga teachers, and our course covers anatomy from both traditional and yogic perspectives.

This comprehensive training includes teachings on breathwork and meditation, as well as opportunities for additional healing experiences at an extra cost. La Casa Shambala encourages you to bring instruments for evening Kirtan sessions. By the end of the program, you will be a certified yoga instructor.

The teaching methods at La Casa Shambala provide an immersive yoga experience, focusing on interactive teaching and group dynamics. This course ensures a strong foundation in Hatha and Vinyasa yoga, emphasizing alignment and movement through postures. The program also includes instruction on breathwork, meditation, and reflective self-analysis.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced teacher looking to deepen your knowledge, this course is suitable for you. La Casa Shambala prides itself on providing strong foundations through a curriculum that covers techniques, training, and practice; teaching methodology; anatomy and physiology; yoga philosophy, lifestyle, and ethics for yoga teachers; and practicum. The schedule is structured with a mix of Hatha and Vinyasa yoga classes, lectures, and teaching practice sessions.

When in Thailand, be mindful of local customs, such as avoiding showing the bottom of your feet, wearing appropriate attire in temples, refraining from touching people’s heads, and speaking respectfully. The schedule includes chanting, yoga practice, lectures, teaching methodology, free time, student teaching practice, Vinyasa Flow classes, Kirtans, and meals served at specific times throughout the day.

Retreat location

La Casa Shambala, located in the village of Wok Tum on the island of Koh Phangan in Thailand, offers a secluded retreat experience surrounded by gardens and lush jungle. The home gives you the chance to listen to your heart in silence. Situated in a permaculture community project, La Casa Shambala provides a nature-rich experience with the powerful energy of the jungle. We aim to not only teach you what you can practice on the mat, but also how to bring that light off the mat and manifest a world where we relate and create on a different level. Koh Phangan, known as the “vegan island,” is filled with paradise beaches and like-minded people, making it the perfect place to reset and reconnect.

Nearby places include Koh Phangan Government Hospital (350 meters away) and the main town of Thong Sala (10 minutes away).

Food

According to Hippocrates, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” Activate your body’s vitality with a raw and cooked plant-based diet at La Casa Shambala. We use locally-sourced produce to bring your body and mind to life through delicious, healthy, living food the way nature intended. Our food is made with love and respect, so give your taste buds the opportunity to embark on this tasty journey. Our excellent western chef will prepare vegan and vegetarian meals for you, with a daily varying menu that includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks. Note that dinner is provided on the day of arrival, breakfast on the day of departure.

Things to do (optional)

You’ll have a lot going on with this program, but if you’re up for it, Koh Phangan has tons of beautiful beaches, incredible temples, and exciting activities like zip lining, hiking, kiteboarding, wake-boarding, scuba diving, and more. Plus, there aren’t any spa treatments included, but La Casa Shambala has a bunch of options you can add on. They can set you up with massages, body scrubs, facials, mani/pedis, acupuncture, Tibetan ball, and more. Just ask La Casa Shambala for all the info.

What's included

– Each person gets one towel.
– You’ll have accommodation for 20 nights.
– Complete a 200-hour yoga teacher training course.
– Enjoy breakfast for 20 days, lunch for 19 days, and dinner for 20 days.
– Get course material and instruction.
– Access to electricity and water.
– Free drinking water provided.
– Stay connected with free Wi-Fi.
– Get picked up at the pier and transferred to La Casa.
– Receive a yoga mat, T-shirt, pen, and notebook.

What's not included

– We offer excursions and island tours.
– You can enjoy spa treatments and healing sessions.
– We provide soap, shampoo, conditioner, and toothpaste.
– You’ll have transportation during free time.
– We arrange transportation to and from Koh Phangan.