Yoga Teacher Training Immersion on Isla Mujeres with Kootenay Yoga School

Kootenay Yoga School’s 200-hour training in Mexico runs over 15 days and 14 nights, with the goal of giving you a strong foundation in both practice and teaching. The course covers the detailed study of 45 traditional yoga postures, functional anatomy, pranayama, yoga nidra, vinyasa flow methodology, and restorative yoga, as well as the philosophy behind it all, from the Eight Limbs of Yoga to the Yamas and Niyamas. You’ll practice teaching in small groups, getting real feedback so that by the end you feel ready to lead your own classes.

What makes this training distinct is the way it’s paced and where it takes place. Days begin before sunrise and end with evening restorative or yin sessions, but the atmosphere is calm, not intense. The teaching team, led by EJ (Elizabeth Jane), brings decades of experience from trainings around the world, and local teacher Stacy Dixon adds a playful, island-infused energy that keeps the learning fun. The property is a lush, jungle-lined space with an open-air yoga shala, pool, and garden dining, making it feel like you’re living in a yoga community for two weeks.

The island itself is a character in the training. Isla Mujeres is a Pueblo Mágico, and the school sits just 500 meters from Punta Sur, a place of spiritual significance for the Maya. You’ll have chances to visit the beach, take a golf cart around the island, or explore the nearby town, but the heart of the program is the daily schedule of physical practice, study, and community. Meals are three daily plant-based feasts, prepared fresh and designed to support the long days of practice.

What's included

- 14 nights accommodation - 3 daily nutritious plant-based meals - Water, tea, and coffee served throughout the day - 200-hour teacher training course - Certificate upon successful completion - Beautiful opening and closing ceremonies - Specialized workshops (Mayan traditional ceremony) - Evening activities, kirtan, and movie nights - Free excursions to sites of interest - Pre and post retreat support - Eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance - 3-month payment plan options - WiFi connection - 2 Yoga Alliance accredited manuals (PDF form)

What's not included

- Travel insurance - Flights costs - Visa fees - Printed manuals (available for $50 each) - Airport pickup & drop-off (available for 50 USD round trip) - Optional activities and personal expenses