26-Day Hatha & Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training in the Colombian Andes

The 26-day training at Finca El Rosario is a full-immersion teacher training that covers all the core subjects you'd expect from a 200-hour Yoga Alliance course: asana technique and alignment, pranayama, meditation and yoga nidra, anatomy and physiology, teaching methodology, and yoga philosophy rooted in the Yoga Sutras and the Bhagavad Gita. Classes run throughout the day, with breaks where you can relax, explore the grounds, or review your notes. In the final week, you'll practice teaching by leading two 60-minute and two 90-minute classes, with feedback from the instructors and your peers.

What sets this training apart is the supplemental Reiki Level 1 certification, taught by Marta Diaz, who is a Reiki master. You'll learn the history of Reiki and how to use it for physical, emotional, and mental balance, adding a valuable tool to your future teaching toolkit. The course also includes a strong emphasis on personal growth—preparing you not just to teach yoga, but to connect with your intuition, release limiting beliefs, and cultivate the confidence to share yoga authentically.

The lead teacher, Marta Diaz, is an E-RYT500 with over eight years of teaching experience. She's Estonian, has lived in Japan, Thailand, and Colombia, and brings a worldly, warm approach to her teaching. She's joined by Jennifer, an E-RYT500 who grew up in Indian ashrams and has studied extensively in the lineage of Swami Sivananda. Between them, they offer a blend of traditional Hatha and Vinyasa, with attention to alignment, philosophy, and the subtle body.

The location itself is as much a part of the experience as the curriculum. Sasaima is a traditional Colombian town in the Andes, known for its coffee, its colonial architecture, and its stunning green landscapes. The finca has a sprawling garden, four cozy bedrooms, and a yoga shala where you'll practice with views of the mountains. The weather is mild year-round, typically 20–25°C, making it comfortable for practice and for exploring the surrounding countryside.

What's included

- Airport pickup and drop-off (Bogotá El Dorado Airport) - 25 nights accommodation - 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) on training days - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training course - Reiki Level 1 Certification course - Certificate upon successful completion - Registration with Yoga Alliance - Yoga mats, blocks, straps, and bolsters - Course manual - Professional event photos - Small goodie bag - Pre and post retreat support - WiFi connection

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Meals on days off (Sundays)