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Learn the Incredible Healing Power of Yin Yoga with 100 Hour Teacher Training (December 6th – 20th 2020) The world moves and changes at such a fast pace that we find ourselves chasing for answers, peace, health and happiness, externally. Yin @ Vikasa provides the precious time and space needed to look within; to get to know your body and your true self. Yin Yoga teaches you to relax, to release trapped emotions and stress, and to restore health – and restore the REAL you.
100 HOUR YIN YOGA RETREAT
6 – 20 December 2020
@VIKASA YOGA RETREAT
The curriculum for the 100 hour Refresh Retreat is based on the fundamentals of our infamous 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training. We’ve boiled our complex 200 hours worth of training into the bare essentials, giving the student a chance to experience some of the topics we would normally cover in an efficient and approachable way. Daily asana and meditation practice give a grounded sense of routine while specific lectures and workshops allow for more focused learning.
• History Of Yin Yoga • Yin Yoga Theory & Application • Teaching Yin Yoga Techniques • How To Sequence A Yin Yoga Class • Yin Yoga Principles • Developing your Teaching Voice • Founding principles of Yin Yoga • Understanding Yin Yoga practice • Stabilizing & Deepening Yin Yoga Practice • Development of your Yin practice • Asanas benefits & contraindications • How to create & hold a safe space • Comparison of Yin & Yang practice *download the brochure for full syllabus
• Yin & Yang related to the body
• Physical & Subtle Bodies
• The Koshas and energy fields
• Astral & Causal energetic bodies
• The Nadis and energy channels
• The Fascia and connective tissues
• Chakras - how to relate to daily life
• The organs & related emotions
• Recognizing body imbalances
• Developing awareness into bodies
• Anatomy applied to Yin Yoga
• Meridian Theory and application
*download the brochure for full syllabus
• Chi / Prana / life-force energy
• Nadi Shodhana and nostril Breathing
• Kumbhaka and breath retentions
• Bhramari the humming-bee breath
• Full Yogic breath and practice
• Breathing technique
• Positive visualisation techniques
• Metta Loving Kindness Meditation
• Soham Meditation practice
• Chakra balance and meditation
• Mindfulness awareness meditation
*download the brochure for full syllabus
The key benefit of Yin Yoga is that it allows us to access the calm, quiet centre that lies within. Due to our busy, chaotic, stress-filled modern lives, stillness and patience are rarely practiced. So accessing this inner softness and kindness is not just a relief, but necessary for many, to balance our mind and body. Yin Yoga is a slower, more subtle, more meditative and introspective style of yoga. This change of pace allows us to tune-in to our thoughts and feelings more easily, going deeper into the mind than other faster paced styles and working with deeper layers within our body.
Yin Yoga has a big focus not only on the physical body but the subtle, energetic layers that we can’t see with the human eye. While there is a lot of attention placed on connective tissues, Yin Yoga also looks into our energy points and channels – bringing together traditional Hatha Yoga and Chinese Medicine. Yin Yoga examines in greater detail the mental aspects of yoga. Cultivation of stillness and the Buddhist concept of mindfulness, is one of the main intentions of a Yin Yoga practice. Practicing Yin Yoga alongside the more active, dynamic styles, will give you a more balanced level of health – yin in harmony with yang
Alicia Casillas is a true Yin Yoga teacher. While some practitioners teach dynamic yang yoga with a bit of yin on the side, Alicia specializes in yin as the core of her teaching style. With her soft and soothing Spanish aura, Alicia has the perfect tonality for a relaxing yin session. But more importantly, what comes through in her voice and approach is her authenticity and her genuine care for her students. Her classes usually play to the sublime sound of singing bowls or beautiful ambient music. This helps her create a sacred space for her students to absorb her instruction.
Alicia Has Been Practicing And Teaching Around North America, Europe And Asia For More Than 10 Years. She Is An Experienced And Certified Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500) And A Continuing Education Provider With Yoga Alliance. In Her Impressive Professional Athlete-Turned-Yogi Career She Has Completed Over 300 Hours Of Trainings With Yin Yoga Master Sarah Powers, Tina Nance And Jamie Clarke. She Has Also Attended Several Anatomy And Physiology Trainings In Different Healing Modalities Such As Cranio-Sacral And Reiki. Her Range Of Expertise Gives Her Classes A Holistic Understanding Of The Body, Mind And Energy.
The 100 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Course takes place at VIKASA Yoga Retreat on the tropical island of Koh Samui, in the Gulf of Thailand. It is said to be built upon a bed of rose quartz crystal, giving it a unique healing vibe, perfect for Yin Yoga. Koh Samui is a lush, green island and you’ll be surrounded by soothing plant-life such as coconut trees, banana leaves and the perfumed scent of frangipani flowers. You’re never far away from fine, white-sand beaches, clear azure ocean and breathtaking natural waterfalls set amidst thick jungle.
We welcome you to join us, no matter what your background, experience or intention once you’ve completed the course. Our teaching program includes daily yoga practice, lectures, workshops, time to practice teaching skills and techniques, and adequate rest and relaxation. Unlike a local Yoga Teacher Training, where you go to classes and otherwise live in your normal surroundings (with the stress and responsibilities that come with it), this course is designed to be all-inclusive and immersive, so you can focus purely on your growth for the life-changing time you are in Thailand.
08:00 – 09:00
MEDITATION & PRACTICE
09:30 – 11:30
HEALTHY BREAKFAST
11:00 – 13:00
THEORY & METHODOLOGY
13:30 – 14:30
LUNCH
BREAK
14:30 – 17:30
GROUP, POSTURE & PRACTICE
18:30 – 20:30
HEALTHY
DINNER
VIKASA offers a wide range of accommodation to suit all budgets which brings us a diverse community of people from all walks of life. Our Beach Bungalows are located beside our private beach and for those wanting more “hotel-style” we have Ocean Standard and Ocean Superior accommodation.
All rooms contain air conditioning and are cleaned regularly by our friendly staff, to ensure your stay feels like home away from home. You have full use of the entire VIKASA on-site facilities. You’ll be settled in to your own little bubble of yogic paradise, including a stunning infinity pool, three mini pagodas overlooking the ocean (where you can deepen your practice alone) and a secret beach for VIKASA residents only. There’s also free Wifi, spa, Life Café and Sky Gym.
lotus pad +
lotus pad
prana cabana +
prana cabanaMid Sized | King Bed
Ocean/ Garden View | Terrace
For the ultimate relaxation we recommend our Lotus Pad + that offer more privacy with stunning views of the sea right from your bed.
Experience privacy with the most spectacular unobstructed sea view right in-front of your bed and chill on ocean-breezy spacious terraces.
RESERVE: $3,404 All inclusive
KING / TWIN
AIRCON
TERRACE
ENSUITE BATH
OCEAN VIEW
SAFE
WIFI
FRIDGE
COFFE & TEA
TUITION MATERIALS
• All text books and learning materials
• (No hidden course fees)
• (No graduation fee)
NUTRITION PLAN
• Daily healthy brunch & dinner
• Snacks between buffets
• Bottled water, coffee and tea
AIRPORT PICK UP
• Our team will greet you at USM
• Drop off is not included • Additional transport can be arranged
ACCESS TO ALL FACILITIES
• Sky Gym, Pool & Beach
• Discounts at the Bliss Spa
• Discounts on a-la-carte menu
MID SIZED | KING BED l OCEAN/ GARDEN VIEW | TERRACE
For the ultimate relaxation we recommend our Lotus Pad + that offer more privacy with stunning views of the sea right from your bed.
Experience privacy with the most spectacular unobstructed sea view right in-front of your bed and chill on ocean-breezy spacious terraces.
RESERVE LOTUS PAD+
$3,404 Incl. Retreat & Meals
Mid Sized | K/T Bed
Ocean/ Garden View | Terrace
Standard Lotus Pads offer a celebration of simplicity. Most Lotus Pads have a private terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re sized for 1 or 2 guests and located near the main yoga salas, halfway down the hill from the cafe.
RESERVE: $2,998 All inclusive
KING / TWIN
AIRCON
TERRACE
ENSUITE BATH
OCEAN VIEW
SAFE
WIFI
FRIDGE
COFFE & TEA
TUITION MATERIALS
• All text books and learning materials
• (No hidden course fees)
• (No graduation fee)
NUTRITION PLAN
• Daily healthy brunch & dinner
• Snacks between buffets
• Bottled water, coffee and tea
AIRPORT PICK UP
• Our team will greet you at USM
• Drop off is not included • Additional transport can be arranged
ACCESS TO ALL FACILITIES
• Sky Gym, Pool & Beach
• Discounts at the Bliss Spa
• Discounts on a-la-carte menu
MID SIZED | K/T BED l OCEAN/ GARDEN VIEW | TERRACE
Standard Lotus Pads offer a celebration of simplicity. Most Lotus Pads have a private terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re sized for 1 or 2 guests and located near the main yoga salas, halfway down the hill from the cafe.
RESERVE LOTUS PAD
$2,550 Incl. Retreat & Meals
Mid Sized | King Bed
Ocean/ Beach View | Terrace
These cool cabanas let you listen t the sounds of nature. Most prana cabanas have a small terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re comfortably sized for 1-2 guests, located at the bottom of our hill, steps away from our secret beach.
RESERVE: $2,928 All inclusive
KING BED
AIRCON
TERRACE
ENSUITE BATH
BEACH VIEW
SAFE
WIFI
FRIDGE
COFFE & TEA
TUITION MATERIALS
• All text books and learning materials
• (No hidden course fees)
• (No graduation fee)
NUTRITION PLAN
• Daily healthy brunch & dinner
• Snacks between buffets
• Bottled water, coffee and tea
AIRPORT PICK UP
• Our team will greet you at USM
• Drop off is not included • Additional transport can be arranged
ACCESS TO ALL FACILITIES
• Sky Gym, Pool & Beach
• Discounts at the Bliss Spa
• Discounts on a-la-carte menu
MID SIZED | KING BED l OCEAN/ BEACH VIEW | TERRACE
These cool cabanas let you listen t the sounds of nature. Most prana cabanas have a small terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re comfortably sized for 1-2 guests, located at the bottom of our hill, steps away from our secret beach.
RESERVE PRANA CABANA+
$2,928 Incl. Retreat & Meals
Compact | Q/T Bed
Ocean/ Beach View | Rustic
These rustic cabanas are a chance to return the basics of nature. Most Lotus Pads have a private terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re perfect for solo travellers on a budget and located down the hill, close to our secret beach.
RESERVE: $2,732 All inclusive
QUEEN / TWIN
AIRCON
TERRACE
ENSUITE BATH
OCEAN VIEW
SAFE
WIFI
FRIDGE
COFFE & TEA
TUITION MATERIALS
• All text books and learning materials
• (No hidden course fees)
• (No graduation fee)
NUTRITION PLAN
• Daily healthy brunch & dinner
• Snacks between buffets
• Bottled water, coffee and tea
AIRPORT PICK UP
• Our team will greet you at USM
• Drop off is not included • Additional transport can be arranged
ACCESS TO ALL FACILITIES
• Sky Gym, Pool & Beach
• Discounts at the Bliss Spa
• Discounts on a-la-carte menu
COMPACT | Q/T BED l OCEAN/ BEACH VIEW | RUSTIC
These rustic cabanas are a chance to return the basics of nature. Most Lotus Pads have a private terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re perfect for solo travellers on a budget and located down the hill, close to our secret beach.
RESERVE PRANA CABANA
$2,732 Incl. Retreat & Meals
Mid Sized | King Bed
Ocean/ Garden View | Terrace
For the ultimate relaxation we recommend our Lotus Pad + that offer more privacy with stunning views of the sea right from your bed.
Experience privacy with the most spectacular unobstructed sea view right in-front of your bed and chill on ocean-breezy spacious terraces.
RESERVE: $3,404 All inclusive
KING / TWIN
AIRCON
TERRACE
ENSUITE BATH
OCEAN VIEW
SAFE
WIFI
FRIDGE
COFFE & TEA
TUITION MATERIALS
• All text books and learning materials
• (No hidden course fees)
• (No graduation fee)
NUTRITION PLAN
• Daily healthy brunch & dinner
• Snacks between buffets
• Bottled water, coffee and tea
AIRPORT PICK UP
• Our team will greet you at USM
• Drop off is not included • Additional transport can be arranged
ACCESS TO ALL FACILITIES
• Sky Gym, Pool & Beach
• Discounts at the Bliss Spa
• Discounts on a-la-carte menu
MID SIZED | KING BED l OCEAN/ GARDEN VIEW | TERRACE
For the ultimate relaxation we recommend our Lotus Pad + that offer more privacy with stunning views of the sea right from your bed.
Experience privacy with the most spectacular unobstructed sea view right in-front of your bed and chill on ocean-breezy spacious terraces.
RESERVE LOTUS PAD+
$3,404 Incl. Retreat & Meals
Mid Sized | K/T Bed
Ocean/ Garden View | Terrace
Standard Lotus Pads offer a celebration of simplicity. Most Lotus Pads have a private terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re sized for 1 or 2 guests and located near the main yoga salas, halfway down the hill from the cafe.
RESERVE: $2,998 All inclusive
KING / TWIN
AIRCON
TERRACE
ENSUITE BATH
OCEAN VIEW
SAFE
WIFI
FRIDGE
COFFE & TEA
TUITION MATERIALS
• All text books and learning materials
• (No hidden course fees)
• (No graduation fee)
NUTRITION PLAN
• Daily healthy brunch & dinner
• Snacks between buffets
• Bottled water, coffee and tea
AIRPORT PICK UP
• Our team will greet you at USM
• Drop off is not included • Additional transport can be arranged
ACCESS TO ALL FACILITIES
• Sky Gym, Pool & Beach
• Discounts at the Bliss Spa
• Discounts on a-la-carte menu
MID SIZED | K/T BED l OCEAN/ GARDEN VIEW | TERRACE
Standard Lotus Pads offer a celebration of simplicity. Most Lotus Pads have a private terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re sized for 1 or 2 guests and located near the main yoga salas, halfway down the hill from the cafe.
RESERVE LOTUS PAD
$2,550 Incl. Retreat & Meals
Mid Sized | King Bed
Ocean/ Beach View | Terrace
These cool cabanas let you listen t the sounds of nature. Most prana cabanas have a small terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re comfortably sized for 1-2 guests, located at the bottom of our hill, steps away from our secret beach.
RESERVE: $2,928 All inclusive
KING BED
AIRCON
TERRACE
ENSUITE BATH
BEACH VIEW
SAFE
WIFI
FRIDGE
COFFE & TEA
TUITION MATERIALS
• All text books and learning materials
• (No hidden course fees)
• (No graduation fee)
NUTRITION PLAN
• Daily healthy brunch & dinner
• Snacks between buffets
• Bottled water, coffee and tea
AIRPORT PICK UP
• Our team will greet you at USM
• Drop off is not included • Additional transport can be arranged
ACCESS TO ALL FACILITIES
• Sky Gym, Pool & Beach
• Discounts at the Bliss Spa
• Discounts on a-la-carte menu
MID SIZED | KING BED l OCEAN/ BEACH VIEW | TERRACE
These cool cabanas let you listen t the sounds of nature. Most prana cabanas have a small terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re comfortably sized for 1-2 guests, located at the bottom of our hill, steps away from our secret beach.
RESERVE PRANA CABANA+
$2,928 Incl. Retreat & Meals
Compact | Q/T Bed
Ocean/ Beach View | Rustic
These rustic cabanas are a chance to return the basics of nature. Most Lotus Pads have a private terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re perfect for solo travellers on a budget and located down the hill, close to our secret beach.
RESERVE: $2,732 All inclusive
QUEEN / TWIN
AIRCON
TERRACE
ENSUITE BATH
OCEAN VIEW
SAFE
WIFI
FRIDGE
COFFE & TEA
TUITION MATERIALS
• All text books and learning materials
• (No hidden course fees)
• (No graduation fee)
NUTRITION PLAN
• Daily healthy brunch & dinner
• Snacks between buffets
• Bottled water, coffee and tea
AIRPORT PICK UP
• Our team will greet you at USM
• Drop off is not included • Additional transport can be arranged
ACCESS TO ALL FACILITIES
• Sky Gym, Pool & Beach
• Discounts at the Bliss Spa
• Discounts on a-la-carte menu
COMPACT | Q/T BED l OCEAN/ BEACH VIEW | RUSTIC
These rustic cabanas are a chance to return the basics of nature. Most Lotus Pads have a private terrace to soak up the fresh island air. They’re perfect for solo travellers on a budget and located down the hill, close to our secret beach.
RESERVE PRANA CABANA
$2,732 Incl. Retreat & Meals
Register for the Yin Yoga training 90 days in advance to receive a generous $300 discount.
The Yin Yoga training begins on December 6th, 2020. Get your early bird discount today to save!
Your Yin Yoga training includes a variety-packed, healthy buffet for breakfast and dinner, served at VIKASA Life Cafe. You’ll eat in a beautiful setting, with a stunning view across the ocean, where you’ll be able to socialize with fellow students. You will be well nourished during your stay as our meal programs are specially designed for those attending intensive trainings. Each day is planned so you have the required amount of each food group to supply the nutrition you need to fuel your body for optimum performance.
Life Café serves fresh, local and organic food and has vegan and vegetarian options every day. Alongside our main dishes, we have a variety of soups, salads, breads, fresh fruit and vegetables, home-pressed fruit juices, home-made teas and every other day, a delectable dessert such as our ever-popular mango sticky rice. You also have the option of ordering from our menu, where you can sip from the sweetest fresh coconuts! Not to mention our raw chocolate treats and a selection of sumptuous super-food smoothies – all freshly prepared on-site.
VIKASA trainings draw people from all walks of life, all ages, all experiences of yoga and from all corners of the globe. We pride ourselves on the fact that we are a cosmopolitan hub for yogis and conscious travellers and you can expect to meet people on a very similar life journey of self-improvement and learning.
Yoga trainings attract positive, friendly and open-minded people, keen to expand their knowledge and become the greatest version of themselves. Therefore, it’s no surprise that groups on teacher trainings tend to bond very strongly. You can expect to make friendships that last a lifetime and be part of a support network that will always have your back.
If you come into this training with the attitude that you will meet an inspiring, inclusive and interesting variety of personalities, then that is exactly what you will get. Yoga teacher trainings are not just about getting qualified – they can be literally life-changing and memorable experiences. And that’s all down to the beautiful souls they attract.
Upon completion of a 100 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training, eligible students will receive a fully accredited 100 hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) certificate. It will be registered with the international standard of The Yoga Alliance. Students also qualify for Yoga Alliance Continuing Education contact hours, which can be added onto any hours you may want to gain in future or that you already attained. Yoga Alliance is a universally recognised qualification.
We think our yoga trainings are pretty special, but don’t take our word for it. Check out these testimonials from our past students to get a sense of the transformation they experienced. For a more detailed review, you might consider reaching out to our alumni network to ask them first-hand about their experience at VIKASA. Our graduates love to help other yogis on their path.
Vikasa is located on Koh Samui, an island off the east coast of Thailand. It is approximately 20 minutes via taxi from Koh Samui International Airport.
The best way to get to Vikasa is to fly into Koh Samui International Airport. We will then pick you up from the airport and deliver you to Vikasa.
You may need a 30 day tourist visa, which you can obtain from a Thai embassy in your home country. However, you may not even need this depending on your country of origin – ie your country may fall within Thailand’s visa exemption/waiver arrangements (Australia, USA, UK for example). You can find details here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_Thailand.
This course is suitable for all levels. There are no specific prerequisites.
Just bring your yoga clothes and beachwear. Everything else is provided.
You will receive a certificate of completion of 100 Hours of training. This course constitutes 100 YACEP (or continuing education) hours which can be registered with Yoga Alliance. This course (of itself) does not qualify you to teach yoga – you need to have also completed a 200 Hour Foundation YTT course in order to qualify as a yoga teacher.
Koh Samui is a beautiful island in the Gulf of Thailand. It has a population of around 70,000 people and has good infrastructure including an airport, banks and hospitals. Koh Samui is safe and very “tourist-friendly”. It has good weather year round. The temperature is generally around 30 degrees celsius with a slightly hotter period in April and a rainy season in December/January.
Continue your normal yoga practice and make arrangements so that you can devote yourself to the course for its entire duration.
1 KING BED OR 2 TWIN
AIR CONDITIONING
TERRACE
ENSUITE BATHROOM
OCEAN / GARDEN VIEW
SECURITY SAFE
FREE IN-ROOM WIFI
MINI FRIDGE
COFFEE, TEA & KETTLE
All trainings at Vikasa are intentionally inclusive of all the basics you need so you can focus on your own evolution and leave the rest to us. Prices are in USD and per person. Questions? Reach out to us at inspire@vikasa.com
TUITION & MATERIALS
• All text books and learning materials
• (No hidden course fees)
• (No graduation fee)
TUITION & MATERIALS
• All text books and learning materials
• (No hidden course fees)
• (No graduation fee)
OPTIMIZED NUTRITION PLAN
• Daily healthy brunch buffet at Life Cafe
• Snacks between buffets
• Daily healthy dinner buffet at Life Cafe
• Bottled water, coffee and tea in rooms
OPTIMIZED NUTRITION PLAN
• Daily healthy brunch buffet at Life Cafe
• Snacks between buffets
• Daily healthy dinner buffet at Life Cafe
• Bottled water, coffee and tea in rooms
AIRPORT PICK UP
• Our team will greet you at USM
• Additional transport can be arranged
AIRPORT PICK UP
• Our team will greet you at USM
• Additional transport can be arranged
ACCESS TO ALL FACILITIES
(Sky Gym, Infinity Pool Lounge, Chill Spaces, Private Beach, Ocean Cliff Rocks, Bliss Spa)
• Discounts on Spa Treatments
• Discounts on a-la-carte menu
ACCESS TO ALL FACILITIES
(Sky Gym, Infinity Pool Lounge, Chill Spaces, Private Beach, Ocean Cliff Rocks, Bliss Spa)
• Discounts on Spa Treatments
• Discounts on a-la-carte menu
1 KING BED OR 2 TWIN
AIR CONDITIONING
TERRACE
ENSUITE BATHROOM
OCEAN / GARDEN VIEW
SECURITY SAFE
FREE IN-ROOM WIFI
MINI FRIDGE
COFFEE, TEA & KETTLE
