Get ready to embark on a journey of self-growth and self-development through yoga in Mytikas, beside the Ionian Sea in Greece. A well kept secret, the traditional and serene village of Mytikas, dipped in blue by the sea and the sky and vibrating with energy by its ancient history, is waiting to reveal its secrets to you. Leave behind your previous life and open your mind to new possibilities. Join this journey to shift your perspective and challenge yourself and your limits.
YogaUnion has been delivering yoga teacher training courses based on Ashtanga Vinyasa flow, a
For over 15 years, YogaUnion Bali has been offering Yoga Teacher Training Courses (YTTCs) based on Vinyasa Ashtanga Flow, an internationally accredited program with Yoga Alliance. Inspired by her experiences in Bali, Greece, and India, Ourania, the founder of YogaUnion Bali, shares her journey from her permanent home in Ubud, the cultural and yogic heart of Bali, to her birthplace in Greece.
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Daily, mornings will begin with an hour of pranayama, meditation, and mantra chanting, followed by a Vinyasa flow class.
Early afternoons will be spent learning asana alignment, adjustments and teaching methodology. You will dive into the theoretical part, studying yoga philosophy or anatomy (alternating days).
The afternoon lessons will be focused on restorative styles of yoga such as Yin, Hatha, and Nidra, and specialized workshops.
You will have 1 day off per week, usually Sundays, where you get to relax, study and enjoy the surroundings.
Prana – breath, Yama – control – in accordance with the great yogis, breath equals to energy flow.
Every morning will begin with pranayama classes, where you will have the chance to get grounded, look forward and set intention and energy for the day ahead. You will practice your breathing and gain conscious awareness of your body.
In this class you will learn and practice:
The approach to the traditional style of Vinyasa and Ashtanga, enhanced and refined with the newfound knowledge and information they are blessed to have learned from years of exploration and practice. This class focuses on analyzing and dissecting basic and advanced postures. You'll learn the correct alignment based on the traditional approach and in line with body mechanics, understand how to offer hands-on adjustments and how to structure them in a Vinyasa class. The teachers will always be present in your practice, observing and providing feedback.
In this class you will learn:
You will take a deep dive into the understanding of the human body in today's modern world, with a focus on the nervous, skeletal and muscular systems. You will gain a deep understanding of how these systems work in harmony to create movement and gain the ability to articulate this through your yoga practice, teaching and everyday life.
This class is delivered in a conversational setting. Over the years, they have been able to master the delivery of complex concepts in a fun, interactive and intuitive way.
In this class you will learn and discuss:
You will travel back in time to India and dive deep into the origins of yoga and how it reached today's modern form. Focusing on philosophical concepts, you will learn how to adapt and apply them to modern lives. These lessons are held in a conversational format, which enables students to actively engage and explore meanings through their own vision and stories.
In this class you will learn and discuss:
They believe that you begin teaching from the moment you enter the shala. They aim for the lessons to be confidence-building and progressive. You'll start with one-to-one lessons and gradually move to bigger groups of students, eventually delivering a 30-minute class to your fellow yogis. Through regular feedback by teachers and fellow students, you will have a chance to improve as you go along and find your your unique voice and style as a teacher.
In this class you will learn and practice:
The afternoon classes will serve to introduce the students to various styles of yoga, in addition to core course specifications. Alternating, you will take part in restorative practice and themed workshops.
Restorative
To complement your morning dynamic Yang practice, the afternoons will focus on Yin practice. The classes will feature Yin yoga, yoga Nidra, Restorative, Gentle Hatha.
Workshops
Asana-related, these workshops will cover handstands, hip openers, fun modules like partner yoga and spiritual immersions such as cocoa ceremonies, ecstatic dance, eye gazing and bhakti.
Teaching - As part of your final examination, you will be required to deliver a 30-minute Vinyasa flow class to your fellow yogis.
Written examination - The course will end with a 3-hour written examination focused on asana analysis, philosophy and anatomy.
Diploma - Successful graduates of the course receive an internationally recognized certification by the Yoga Alliance for the 200 hours standard for Registered Yoga Schools (RYS).
YogaUnion Greece has partnered with local restaurants to supply the best nutrition for their participants. The students will follow the yogic diet consisting of vegetarian, plant-based foods.
They hold an excellent team of Health Food Chefs who are here to make your stay unforgettable by offering you some of the best tastes Greece has to give - bringing the best local, organic products, exotic fruits, and superfoods, while creating a balanced menu.
You will be surprised of the variety of fruits and vegetables that will give your tastebuds a unique sensation. If you have any food intolerance, please let us know and we will adjust the meal options accordingly.
The following meals are included:
Breakfasts
Lunches
Dinners
Drinks
The following drinks are included:
Water
Coffee
Tea
The following diets served and/or catered for:
Vegetarian
Vegan
Organic food
