100-Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training & Wellness Retreat in Marrakech, Morocco

Run by Daniela at Nella Retreats, this is one of the most thorough Yin Yoga trainings you'll find in Morocco. Over 100 hours, you cover the full syllabus: the history and core principles of Yin, 35 poses plus variations, the eight-point analysis for reading bodies, and how to sequence classes that flow logically for your students. But it goes much deeper than asana. A large block of the curriculum is dedicated to what Daniela calls the 'Toolbox of Healing' — applying acupressure points for each meridian, learning how conscious touch can activate the body's healing response, and studying the mechanics of fascia, tensegrity, and proprioception.

The training blends theory with plenty of doing. Mornings usually start with mindfulness and a Yin healing immersion, afternoons have lectures and practice, and evenings are for active meditations and group sharing. Alongside the core Yin content, you also cover professional development: how to manage a class, your responsibilities as a teacher, and the ethics of teaching. There's a strong emphasis on mindfulness throughout, including how neuroplasticity relates to your practice.

What makes this retreat distinctive is the setting. Villa Nella sits in the medina of Marrakech, a short walk from museums, gardens, and the bustling souks. There's a restaurant on site, and the riad has a terrace for relaxing between sessions. The group is deliberately small—between 2 and 8 people—so the experience feels personal, and you'll likely leave with close friends from around the world. Daniela teaches in English but offers support in French, German, Spanish, and Arabic if you need it.

A portion of the proceeds—10%—goes to support children in India through Simon Gill. The training also includes some extras, like an acupuncture healing session, a Circle of Transfiguration, and daily restorative practices. If you've been considering training but want something more intimate and grounded than a big Bali certification, this is worth a serious look.

What's included

- Airport Pickup & Drop-off - 12 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - WiFi connection - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Teacher training course and certification - Registration with Yoga Alliance/Professionals/International/etc - Yoga mats, blocks, straps, and bolsters

What's not included

- Extra day / night stay (optional add-on) - 55 Euro - 60 minute massage (optional add-on) - 45 Euro - Additional treatments (optional add-on) - 45 Euro - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary