Yoga Teacher Training in Provence: 200-Hour Hybrid Certification in La Garde-Freinet

Mornings start early at Le Pontillaou. At 7:30, you'll gather for meditation and pranayama, then move into a two-hour hatha or vinyasa class at 8:00. The style is gentle enough for beginners but with enough depth to challenge experienced practitioners. One session takes place on the beach, with the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez as your backdrop.

The curriculum covers asana practice, anatomy, philosophy, and teaching skills. You'll learn the yoga sutras, the eight limbs, chakras, and doshas, while also getting practical workshops on sequencing and class design. Each week includes one or two anatomy sessions that explore bones, muscles, fascia, and the nervous system, tying it all together with hands-on adjustments.

What sets this training apart is the hybrid format. You get free access to Ulu Yoga's 200-hour online course, which includes 100 hours of required study. You can prepare before you arrive, review materials after, or make up missed sessions. This flexibility means you have two years to complete everything, with a chat group for instructor support during your online studies.

The instructors, Elodie and Vanessa, bring a combined 1700 hours of certification. Elodie is a 1000-hour multi-style teacher with deep roots in Buddhist meditation, while Vanessa has 700 hours in Ashtanga, Vinyasa, and Gokul yoga, plus 1400 hours in meditation practices. Both have taught internationally and bring a practical, grounded approach to teaching. Reviews consistently praise the training's thoroughness and the supportive, family-like atmosphere.

Located 20 km above Saint-Tropez, the property is surrounded by forest, offering seclusion without being far from the coast. The medieval village of La Garde-Freinet is nearby with cafés, markets, and galleries. It's a rare balance between retreat isolation and Mediterranean vibrancy, exactly what you'd want for a two-week immersion.

What's included

- 13 nights accommodation in a private Provençal retreat house surrounded by forest - Three daily meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner - Herbal teas, coffee, and water available throughout the day - 100 hours of in-person training at Le Pontillaou - 100 hours of online study at your own pace - Certification upon successful completion - Daily yoga, meditation, pranayama, and philosophy sessions - Practical workshops on anatomy, sequencing, and teaching methodology - Use of on-site facilities: yoga shala, hammam, and communal spaces - Training manual and course materials - Support from experienced international yoga educators

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary