Panama Yoga Training
ISTMO Yoga and Adventure Retreat
January 10 - January 24, 2024
A 14 day, 200- hour Training Immersion and Education Experience in Panama
Enjoy the tropical charm of ISTMO Yoga and Adventure while practicing yoga and meditation daily, immersed in a positive and supportive group environment. Delve deeply into your practice by devoting two weeks of your time to self-study. Learn more about the unique details of your body, the philosophy of yoga, and effective ways to instruct and share this practice with others in your community.
Your Reservation Includes:
14 day/night stay at ISTMO Yoga and Adventure in jungle bungalows
Group transportation from airport to ISTMO and back again (round trip)
Three healthy meals a day of tropical fusion, vegetarian cuisine
A 200 hour teaching certification accredited by Yoga Alliance
Daily yoga practice, meditation, and workshop in yoga studio
Access to fully-stocked studio with blocks, bolsters, + blankets
Use of property including labyrinth and hammock gazebo
Access to rural Pacific ocean-beach and rain forest
SUP (Stand Up Paddle Boarding Experience)
Fruit Bowls, Tea, and Water
Daily Housekeeping
Does Not Include:
Airfare as needed
Cost of books and materials (est. $50)
ISTMO staff gratuity (suggested $75)
Cost of optional excursions (est. $100)
Waterfall Hike
Waterfall Zipline
Panama Canal Tour
Venue- Istmo Yoga and Adventure Retreat
Our accommodations are designed to support you in your retreat experience, without the distractions of televisions or phones. Our guests are always surprised by how cared for and comfortable they feel from the second they arrive. The rooms at ISTMO are an oasis of comfort and tranquility, truly unwind when you enter our stand-alone air-conditioned bungalow that blends seamlessly into the natural backdrop of the jungle surrounding the property. -ISTMO Retreat and Adventure
Meals
Istmo’s menu has been lovingly crafted by owner and Chef Sean Davis, a graduate of a prominent cooking school in New Orleans, Louisiana. We offer a tropical fusion cuisine that blends influences from Latin America, Caribbean, India, Middle East, the Mediterranean, North Africa, the Far East, Southeast Asia, Cajun, Southern US, and the Pacific Rim Islands. Most of our meals are vegetarian or fish and seafood based; however, we can easily accommodate our guests who are gluten-free, vegan or require substitutions because of food allergies. -ISTMO Retreat and Adventure
Studio
Our retreat center features a beautiful 860 square foot yoga studio. The studio is surrounded by nature, has a jungle stream running around it, features beautiful tropical hardwood floors, and is filled with love. Our studio is fully equipped with yoga mats, yoga blankets, straps, blocks, yoga chairs, bolsters, and a life size anatomy skeleton for Yoga Teacher Trainings. -ISTMO Retreat and Adventure
Education and Curriculum
The Devotional School of Yoga offers this 200 hour teacher training course with carefully crafted curriculum. This course includes asana practice, alignment workshop, yoga philosophy (Sutras), meditation, teaching technique, sequencing, and hands-on-assists. This training is accredited by Yoga Alliance and, upon completion, participants may elect to become a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYS).
*Completion of this training, by Yoga Alliance standards, includes 20 hours of non-contact training/study that we offer in the form of an Extended Education Project due one month after immersion portion of training is finished.
Pricing Package
*Based on double occupancy, jungle bungalows
Early Bird Rate (registered on or before Sept. 30th, 2023)
$3500
$3200 if paid in full*
Regular Rate (registered after Sept. 30th, 2023)
$3900
$3600 if paid in full*
Private Jungle Bungalow
Please Contact (limited availability)
You will come out of this training with
Knowledge of pranayama practice and technique
Knowledge of how to guide people safely through basic yoga asanas
Knowledge of posture modifications, variations, and healthy alignment
An exploration of styles of yoga (Vinyasa, Hatha, Restorative, + more)
Practical application of common yoga props (blocks, blanket, strap)
Experience with how to build/create/sequence a mindful yoga class
A progressive exploration of a daily, seated meditation practice
Knowledge of yoga philosophy and real-life applications
An understanding of yoga as a modern-day profession
Confidence in your ability to teach and share yoga
Practice of safe, effective hands-on assists
Continued support and mentorship
Its me, Kali
Originally from Arizona, I started teaching yoga in 2010. I taught several regular classes at many studios, gyms, and international retreats. Styles I enjoy sharing include vinyasa, Bikram sequence, restorative, back-care, and Iyengar yoga wall method. In 2015, I created The Devotional School of Yoga, as a mission to host teacher trainings and yoga immersions in a variety of beautiful destinations like Panama, Arizona, and Alaska. This is how I eventually found myself living in Anchorage. I have now shared yoga in five countries and trained 50 new instructors in the art of teaching yoga. My greatest passion in life is building training immersions, adventure retreats, and seasonal donation classes.
It’s me, Alex
I needed to make some healthy lifestyle changes. Yoga provided a way to align, sync, and nurture my mind, body, and spirit. I appreciate most traditions, especially Ghosh and Ashtanga. I also incorporate Yin and Restorative into my approach for a more sustainable practice. Intuition guides me, life inspires me, and students motivate me to continue along this path. I love intersecting with others while creating a symbiotic journey of growth and betterment of our well-being.
Sample Training Day
8:00am Breakfast
9:00am Morning Workshop
10:00a Asana Practice + Meditation
12:00p Lunch Break
1:00pm Lecture + Asana Workshop
3:00pm Practice Teaching
6:00pm Dinner + Dessert
7:30pm Philosophy Reading + Discussion
9:00pm Journal + Reflection
10:00p End of Day!
*schedule subject to evolve
Details:
You must coordinate your flight into Tocumen Airport, Panama International (on January 10th). ISTMO will provide transportation to and from airport at designated time- cost included in your package! Participants will have one day-time off as training intermission to relax, restore, or engage in fun activities, such as SUP, surfing, and nature walks. ISTMO Yoga and Adventure is located in Playa Grande, San Carlos on the Gulf of Panama. ISTMO is a tranquil destination with an extensive property that includes in-tact rain forest and is the ideal environment for yoga training and adventure.
** It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and insurance for international travel **
Registration Process
1) Reach out! We’d love to hear from you here.
2) Please complete the Training Discovery Form so we can learn more about you.
3) Make initial minimum deposit or full training deposit to reserve your spot Here
4) Set up school-approved training payment schedule, if needed.
5) Arrange travel plans accordingly.
Since the Panama training, I have worked at three studios in Tucson AZ- offering any where from one to twelve classes a week! When I am not teaching in the studio you might find me leading pop-up events in public spaces like a downtown bar with a snazzy patio, or the outdoor mall courtyard, leading up to 80 bodies at time! I attribute my confidence and authenticity in teaching to my guidance from Kali and my time at The Devotional school of Yoga. - Miranda, The Yoga Loft, Tucson
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