200-Hour Integral Hatha Yoga Teacher Training and Meditation Retreat in the Mountains of Southern Spain

For 30 days, you'll live and breathe yoga at Ananda Forest, a community-based retreat center in the Alpujarra mountains of southern Spain. The program is built around integral Hatha yoga, which means you won't just be drilling postures. Mornings might start with a led asana class focused on alignment, afternoons could dive into pranayama and mudras, and evenings often include kirtan, meditation, or yoga nidra. The syllabus covers anatomy, sequencing, adjustments, and the benefits and counter-indications of asanas, so you finish with a well-rounded teaching skill set.

The study isn't limited to the mat. The course includes an in-depth exploration of yogic philosophy, drawing on texts like the Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, and Hatha Yoga Pradipika. You'll also be introduced to Yin yoga and Hridaya yoga, expanding your teaching toolkit beyond traditional Hatha. Floris and Paulina have been training teachers since 2013, and their approach is grounded in their years living in ashrams across Mexico, India, and Spain. They teach what they practice, and it shows in the deeply integrated nature of the curriculum.

Location matters here. Ananda Forest sits at the edge of the Sierra Nevada, surrounded by olive groves and gardens. There's a dedicated yoga shala, multiple sun-drenched patios, and spots for quiet reflection. When you're not in class, you can hike in the mountains, take a Sunday trip to the beach (about an hour away), or simply rest. The group is kept small—between 3 and 9 participants—ensuring you get personal attention and enough space to really absorb what you're learning. It's an intense month, but in the best way: structured enough to give you a complete foundation, flexible enough to meet the needs of the people in the room.

What's included

- 29 nights accommodation (choose from private cabin, glamping tent, shared room, or your own tent) - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals (vegan-vegetarian) - Tea and water at any time - Pre and post retreat support from our team - 200-hour teacher training course and certification - Certificate upon successful completion - Registration with Yoga Alliance/Professionals/International - Evening activities: kirtan, movie night - Course manual - All bedding, towels, yoga mats, and props - Free pick-up from Órgiva

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights cost - Visa fee - Personal expenses - Additional treatments - Travel insurance