200 Hour Hybrid Yoga Teacher Training: In-Person Immersive Week

Imagine stepping away from the noise of daily life for one transformative week, held within the sacred grounds of a retreat center in rural Andalusia, where the only agenda is deepening your yoga practice and preparing to teach it authentically to others. The 200 Hour Hybrid Yoga Teacher Training: In-Person Immersive Week offers exactly this—a concentrated, contained learning environment designed for yoga practitioners ready to formalize their knowledge and step into the role of teacher.

Led by experienced instructors Vidya Heisel and Lisa Dunn, this in-person intensive runs Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Suryalila Retreat Centre in Villamartín, Cádiz, Spain. This program bridges traditional yoga philosophy with contemporary teaching methodology, honoring the roots of the practice while making it relevant and accessible to modern students. Whether you're called to teach in a studio, corporate setting, or online, or simply want to deepen your own practice through structured study, this week-long immersion creates the ideal conditions for both personal transformation and professional development.

The retreat setting in Andalusia amplifies the learning: you'll be surrounded by like-minded seekers, nourished by the center's offerings, and free from distractions. This is yoga teacher training as it should be—intensive, immersive, and held in a space designed for awakening.

What to Expect

Over five full days, you'll move through foundational yoga philosophy, anatomy-informed asana instruction, pranayama (breath work), and the principles of effective teaching. Mornings begin with practice; afternoons weave together philosophy, pedagogy, and hands-on teaching practice. You'll learn how to sequence classes, cue students safely, and hold space with presence and authenticity.

Led by Vidya Heisel and Lisa Dunn, the curriculum honors both classical yoga texts and modern yoga science. Expect interactive learning, peer teaching opportunities, and plenty of time to ask questions and integrate new understanding. You'll leave with:

- A grounded foundation in yoga philosophy and ethics
- Practical skills in asana cueing and alignment
- Knowledge of pranayama and its teaching applications
- Confidence to lead your first classes
- A cohort of fellow teachers for ongoing support

Venue & Logistics

Suryalila Retreat Centre sits in the peaceful countryside near Villamartín, Cádiz, offering an ideal setting for focused study. The program runs as an in-person immersive; participants typically arrive Saturday morning and depart at the week's end. Wear comfortable, breathable clothing suitable for yoga practice. Bring a yoga mat if you have a preferred one, though the center provides mats. For accessibility questions specific to Suryalila, contact the venue directly.