The Grateful Yogi 200hr Yoga Teacher Training LODGING ONLY

This Registration is for LODGING ONLY for students who have already registered for the training.  If you would like to like register for the lodging AND training, please use the link below.

Training and Lodging

Held within the emerald embrace of Vida Asana, Costa Rica—where the jungle whispers secrets to the sky and the sea sings lullabies to the wind.
Beneath the canopy of stars, between the rhythmic pulse of waves and the hush of dawn’s first light, a rare invitation unfolds—one not merely of study, but of becoming. The Grateful Yoga School’s Yoga Alliance-accredited 200-hour and 300-hour Teacher Training is no ordinary path. It is a passage into the marrow of yoga, where philosophy, movement, and breath converge, illuminating the vast and tender terrain of the soul.

An Invitation to Transformation

This is not just another training. This is an immersion into self, into breath, into the ineffable beauty of presence. It is a space carved from devotion, where seekers and teachers alike are called to step beyond the threshold of the known and into the extraordinary.

The Path to Mastery: 200-Hour vs. 300-Hour Training

200-Hour YTT: This is the foundation, the essential beginning—the bedrock upon which every yogic journey is built. For those who feel the whisper of something deeper—a longing to move with intention, breathe with wisdom, and teach with heart—this training is a homecoming to yourself. It is a foundation built not merely on postures but on poetry, philosophy, and the profound truth that to teach is to love. This training is for everyone—not just future instructors, but seekers of clarity, presence, and transformation. Nobody should be without this sacred initiation into the practice. It will deepen your understanding, refine your movement, and awaken the teacher within you, whether you share your knowledge with others or simply embody it in your own life.

200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training (Foundational Level) Who is this for?

Beginners or aspiring yoga teachers looking to earn their first certification.
Dedicated students who want to deepen their personal practice and understanding of yoga.
Anyone seeking a comprehensive, structured introduction to teaching yoga.

What it Covers:

Core Foundations: Yoga history, philosophy, ethics, and key principles.
Asana Breakdown: Alignment, modifications, sequencing, and cueing.
Hatha Formats(You’ll Learn to Teach): Ashtanga Vinyasa(Short-form Primary Series), Power Vinyasa, Introduction to Yin
Anatomy & Physiology: Essential biomechanics and how yoga impacts the body.
Pranayama & Meditation: Breathwork techniques and mindfulness practices, introduction to the yoga sutras and other texts.
Hands-On Assists & Adjustments: learning the art of connections, not corrections.
Teaching Methodology: How to guide students effectively and confidently.
Practice Teaching: Build hands-on experience in leading a class.

Outcome:

Graduates earn a Yoga Alliance-recognized 200-hour certification.
You’ll be fully equipped to teach yoga classes in studios, gyms, and private settings.
A solid foundation in yoga’s physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects.

A Sanctuary of Learning, A Haven of Becoming

This training is not bound by walls; it unfolds beneath the open sky, where the jungle hums and the ocean breathes. Here, at Vida Asana, you are invited to step away from the clamor of the world and into the rhythm of nature itself. In this sacred space, meals are shared as communion, movement is poetry, and every inhale is a hymn to the infinite.

A Legacy of Excellence

Graduates of The Grateful Yoga School do not simply receive a certification—they become a part of something eternal. They go forth to open studios, lead retreats, and touch lives in ways seen and unseen. This training is more than an experience; it is the dawn of a lifetime’s devotion.

A Curriculum Forged in Wisdom & Experience

This program is not assembled; it is crafted—woven from the lineage of great teachers, the latest discoveries in movement science, and the wisdom of the heart. Here, you will not only learn—you will become.
· The Art of Flow and Dynamic Sequencing: Move as water moves—seamless, boundless, intuitive.
· Teaching Mastery: The voice is an instrument; learn to wield it with grace, with certainty, with reverence.
· Self-Inquiry & Stillness: To teach others, one must first sit with oneself. Find yourself in the quiet spaces between breath.
· Functional Anatomy & Fascia Integration: This is not about memorization; it is about embodiment.
· The Philosophy of Yoga: Words left behind by sages, now stepping stones for your path—Patanjali’s Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Hatha Pradipika, Tantra, Samkhya.
· Pranayama & Breathwork: The breath is the first story ever told; learn to listen, to guide, to heal.
· The Art of Voice & Rhythm: To guide another is to orchestrate the unseen. Master the cadence of a class, the silence between words, the resonance of presence.
· Music, Movement & Mantra: There is a current beneath sound and motion—learn to flow within it, and your classes will sing.
· Personalized Mentorship & Guidance: Every student is seen. Every journey is honored.

Why This Training? Why Now?

Because the world does not need more instructors; it needs leaders, storytellers, healers, visionaries. This is not a path of repetition but of revelation. It is a doorway, and it is open.
· Envision yourself moving with the rhythm of the jungle, your breath an echo of the waves.
· Picture yourself stepping forward with the confidence of lineage, the wisdom of tradition, and the heart of a guide.
· Feel what it means to be fully present, fully seen, and fully alive.
This is not education. This is transformation.
Are you ready to step into your fullest, most radiant self?
With gratitude, with grace, and with an open heart—come hop on the bus …

Accommodations at Vida Asana: A Retreat into Serenity

There exists a place where the morning mist clings to the leaves in reverence, where the song of the jungle rises with the dawn, and where every breath carries the gentle perfume of salt and earth. This place is Vida Asana, a sanctuary nestled between Costa Rica’s emerald jungle and the endless embrace of the Pacific.

Where Comfort Meets the Wild

Vida Asana is more than a retreat center; it is a sanctuary of stillness, a refuge where the pulse of modern life slows to the rhythm of the wind. Here, accommodations are not mere rooms but cocoons of rest, designed to cradle you in comfort as you step into transformation.
Each space is adorned with simplicity and intention—airy, sunlit, and kissed by the whisper of the breeze. The walls hold the echoes of laughter, of whispered dreams, of quiet contemplation. Every bed is a place of renewal, every window a portal to nature’s unfolding masterpiece.

Your Room, Your Sanctuary

Whether you find solace in solitude or joy in shared connection, Vida Asana offers a space that will hold you gently.
Private Rooms: A retreat within a retreat, offering a quiet respite for those seeking reflection and deep rest.
Shared Rooms: An invitation into community, where every moment is an opportunity to connect, to listen, to learn.
Eco-Luxury Comfort: Each room is fitted with air conditioning, ceiling fans, private bathrooms, hot water, and organic botanical toiletries. Thoughtful touches—handwoven textiles, natural wood accents, and soft lighting—create a sense of grounded serenity.

A Haven of Rest and Rejuvenation

Beyond the rooms, Vida Asana invites you to move, to breathe, to simply be.
The Pool & Sun Deck: A tranquil escape, where the water glistens like liquid sapphire under the midday sun, and hammocks sway in the softest embrace of the breeze.
Yoga Shalas: Two open-air practice spaces, where the breath becomes a symphony and movement flows like poetry.
Bicycles & Beach Access: For those who wish to ride through the lush landscape, to feel the sand beneath their feet, to listen to the waves whispering secrets of eternity.

A Place That Remembers You

Vida Asana is not just a destination—it is a feeling, a memory in the making, a place that lingers in the soul long after you have left. It is a pause, a breath, a moment of sacred stillness in a world that never stops moving. Here, you do not simply stay; you arrive—fully, completely, and beautifully into yourself.
Your journey awaits. Welcome home.

Travel

Flights are not included in pricing. There is one shuttle to take us to and from the airport in Costa Rica. This shuttle is included in pricing. If you are not interested in this shuttle, or are arriving after the shuttle leaves, an additional shuttle can be requested at a cost of $120 for 4 people, and an additional $10 per person after that.
Vida Asana Inncludes

• One group shuttle to and from the airport, on the day your retreat starts and ends.
• Two spacious open-air jungle yoga shalas, with mats, blocks, straps, bolsters, blue tooth speakers, and a PA system.
• All rooms have a private bathroom, hot water, AC, ceiling fan, and organic soap, shampoo, and conditioner.
• Three abundant organic (whenever possible) meals per day.
• Welcome refreshments and light snack upon arrival.
• Sangria night with non-alcoholic option.
• Pool, sun deck with lounge chairs, hammocks, and covered lounge area.
• Bicycles for transportation to and from the beach.
• Concierge services (booking of tours, adventures, massages, transportation, general information).
• Prompt communication and pre-retreat support to finalize your schedule and other details prior to arrival.
• An email 10 days in advance for participants detailing what to bring and what to expect.
• Leader support in all ways to facilitate the flow of the retreat.

We understand that life can be unpredictable. While we do our best to accommodate changes, please understand that your registration secures a limited space in an intimate training. To honor our commitments to the retreat center, team, and other participants, the following cancellation policy applies:

Deposit Policy: A non-refundable deposit of $555 is required to reserve your spot. This deposit confirms your commitment and helps us prepare a transformative experience for all participants.

Cancellation Deadlines:

More than 90 days before the training start date: You may transfer your payment (minus the $555 deposit) to a future TGY training or retreat within 12 months.
60–90 days before the training start date: 35% of your total payment (minus the deposit) is transferable to a future TGY training or retreat within 12 months.
Less than 60 days before the training start date: All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Exceptions: We do not offer refunds for cancellations due to illness, travel delays, or personal emergencies. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance that includes trip cancellation coverage.

Training Cancellation: In the unlikely event that we must cancel the training, you will receive a full refund, including your deposit. We are not responsible for any other costs incurred, such as flights or lodging booked independently.

By registering, you agree to this policy and acknowledge the importance of mutual respect, clear boundaries, and community responsibility. Thank you for your understanding and for honoring the sacred space we create together.