21-Day Yoga Teacher Training and Wellness Immersion in Montezuma, Costa Rica

This isn't a typical 200-hour YTT. It's built around the Peruvian Medicine Wheel, a framework that guides you through cycles of release, understanding, growth, and empowerment. Each day carries a specific intention, and the schedule includes meditation, pranayama, kriyas, and study of the Yoga Sutras. You'll learn two distinct sequences: the slow, meditative Mystical Hatha Flow and the more dynamic, breath-synchronized Mystical Vinyasa Flow. Practice teaching starts on day one, so you're refining your voice and adjustments throughout the three weeks.

The location—Montezuma—is a big part of why this training works. It's on the Southern Pacific Coast, surrounded by jungle, waterfalls, and beaches. Monkeys and exotic birds are common sights. The town itself is small but has artisan markets, international restaurants, and a laid-back vibe. Santa Teresa, a 30-minute drive away, offers surf beaches, health food stores, and organic produce. The natural setting supports the inward work you're doing.

The instructors bring varied backgrounds. Zach Beach, a Bay Area-based teacher, combines physical practice with philosophical lessons and has trained in Thai massage and East-West psychology. Javiera, a physiotherapist from Chile, teaches with a focus on breath and self-awareness. Their styles complement each other, and the program includes guest speakers and evening activities that range from kirtan to movie nights.

Living communally is central to the experience. You'll observe a vegetarian diet, abstain from alcohol and caffeine, and limit technology. There are built-in off days every fifth day to rest and explore. The training is demanding—physically, mentally, and emotionally—but the supportive group dynamic and the emphasis on holistic healing make it a powerful personal journey.

What's included

- 20 nights accommodation - 3 daily vegetarian meals - Fruit and snacks available all day - Water, tea, coffee throughout the day - Teacher training course and certification - Certificate upon successful completion - Registration with Yoga Alliance (RYT-200) - Course manual - Yoga mats, blocks, straps, bolsters - Evening activities (kirtan, movie nights) - Pre and post retreat support - School t-shirt/tote bag - WiFi connection

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Travel insurance - Flights costs - Visa fees - Additional activities not in itinerary - Additional treatments