200h YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
5-30 August, 2024
1-26 JUNE, 2025
HATHA VINYASA
200h YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
5-30 AUGUST, 2024
1-6 JUNE, 2025
HATHA VINYASA
Experience an Authentic Yoga Journey
WITH SUNNY YOGA IN SASAIMA, COLOMBIA
Join us for a transformative 200-hour yoga teacher training experience in Colombia, hosted by Sunny Yoga. Founded by the inspiring Thai yoga teacher Sunny (Sunsanee) Intaphong, this training offers a unique opportunity to deepen your practice in the lush landscapes and vibrant culture of Colombia. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a transformative journey guided by Sunny’s wisdom and passion.
Sunny doesn’t just teach from books; her lessons are drawn from her rich life experiences. Sunny’s approach is down-to-earth, focusing on genuine self-improvement rather than quick fixes. She guides you on a journey to become the best version of yourself through dedication, practice, and a touch of lightheartedness.
small group
We keep our class sizes small, with a maximum of 12 students, to ensure personalized attention. This intimate setting fosters a close-knit community, allowing you to connect deeply with your practice. By the end of the training, you’ll have the confidence and skills to craft your own sequences, reflecting Sunny’s dedication to nurturing your growth and development.
LOCATION
The training takes place in Sasaima, Colombia, nestled in the foothills of the Andean mountains. Surrounded by lush landscapes and vibrant culture, this picturesque location offers breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere, ideal for a transformative yoga journey.
EXPERIENCE COLOMBIAN CULTURE
Embrace Colombian culture, adventure, and be part of it! What truly sets Sunny Yoga apart is the infusion of local culture and adventurous spirit into our training. It’s not just about yoga; it’s about immersing yourself in a unique experience.
MORE THAN JUST A TRAINING
Our program goes beyond conventional training, ensuring a holistic experience that enriches your mind, body, and soul. Sunny’s unique teaching style challenges students both physically and mentally, striking a perfect balance between hard work and enjoyable moments of fun. Discover a transformative journey that leaves you energized, enlightened, and connected.
REVIEWS
Our yoga school and training are certified and recognized internationally by Yoga Alliance. On successful completion of this training, you will qualify for RYT200 certification.
Develop and enhance a strong yoga practice, the ability to sequence your own classes, an understanding of multiple styles of yoga, and skills to enrich the lives of yourself and others
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Sunny McGill
Sunny, originally from Thailand, moved to Canada in 2000. Her passion for yoga ignited in 2008 after attending her first session in Winnipeg. In 2011, she earned her RYT 200 yoga teacher training certification in the Sivananda style. Sunny began her teaching career at a fitness center in the Bangkok area and later assisted and led several yoga teacher training classes in Kerala, India. After her time in India, she returned to Thailand and moved to Koh Phangan in 2012, where she began building her own yoga teaching business.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- 200h Yoga Teacher Training Course
- Accommodations – 25 nights in a private villa, shared and private room options available.
- Food – 2 meals on training days, breakfast and dinner (vegetarian/vegan). Please note that no meals are included on the days off!
- Free drinking water, coffee and tea throughout the day.
- Neti pot (for nasal irrigation – clears air passages to improve breathing through the nose).
- Pickup from Bogota airport to accommodation and drop off at the airport on check-out day.
SCHEDULE
The first day of the training is dedicated to your arrival in Sasaima, with an opening ceremony scheduled for 5:00 pm. Our training runs six days a week, beginning early each morning to immerse ourselves in the serenity of the surrounding nature. This peaceful start to the day prepares your mind for early morning meditation and fosters a deep connection with nature before the day’s activities begin. Sundays are your day off, providing time for rest and reflection.
On the final day, we focus solely on departures, giving you a chance to say goodbye and reflect on your transformative journey.
‘Work Hard, Play Hard’
Sunny’s style challenges students both physically and mentally, but she balances the hard work with fun extracurricular activities. Students can enjoy Colombian cultural sights and events, explore natural wonders, and engage in activities like dancing and ecstatic dance. Additionally, you have the opportunity to participate in a Cacao ceremony and/or a Temazcal ceremony, both available for an extra fee. These experiences enrich your training, offering a deeper connection to the local culture and a holistic approach to your yoga journey.
*Blue = Silent morning
| 07:00–07:30 | Morning Meditation |
| 07:30-09:30 | Yoga Asana & Pranayama |
| 09:30-11:00 | Breakfast / morning break |
| 11:00-12:30 | Yoga Philosophy / Anatomy / Business of yoga |
| 12:30–14:00 | Afternoon lecture subjects (sequencing etc.) |
| 14:00–16:00 | Lunch break |
| 16:00–18:00 | Techniques & Teaching Methodology / Teaching Practice |
YOGA COURSE OUTLINE
- Teaching Workshops:
- Demonstration of Asanas and their variations including alignments, modifications of the asanas, and how to use the props and how to assist in deepening the poses.
- Learn how to cue the asanas – getting in and out of poses safely and effectively. Guide adjustments of the positions with verbal cues.
- You’ll also learn the classification and sequencing of yoga asanas based on Chakras systems for beginners, intermediate to mixed level.
- Adjustments of common mistakes and hands-on techniques.
- Yoga Anatomy: Therapeutic benefits of Asanas and Pranayamas, precautions, and contraindications. Anatomy and Physiology of 7 systems of the body including chakra anatomy.
- Philosophy & Ethics: Introduction to Yogic Lifestyle in modern times, Historical Evolution of Yoga, Paths of Yoga, Patanjali Yoga Sutras.
- Teaching Practice (Practicum): During the 4th week, you will lead two 60-minute classes and two 90-minute classes.
- Career: Yoga marketing, Business/Career of a yoga teacher, communication skills, safety norms, and how to plan your sessions.
- Techniques Training / Practice — Includes asanas, pranayamas, kriyas, chanting, mantra, meditation, and other traditional yoga techniques. These hours are a mix between (1) analytical training in how to teach and practice the techniques, and (2) guided practice of the techniques.
- Teaching Methodology — Includes principles of demonstration, observation, assisting /correcting, instruction, teaching styles, qualities of a teacher, the student’s process of learning, and business aspects of teaching yoga.
- Yoga Anatomy — Includes both human anatomy and physiology of bodily systems, organs, etc. Anatomy of Pranic body: chakras, nadis, bandhas, etc. Includes both the study of the subject and application of its principles to yoga practice (benefits, contraindications, healthy movement patterns, etc).
- Philosophy, Lifestyle & Ethics — Includes the study of Yoga Sutras, Yoga in a Big Picture, historical evolution of yoga, four paths, and various techniques for Self-Realization, yogic lifestyle in modern society, and ethics for yoga teachers.
- Practicum — Includes practice teaching, receiving feedback, observing others teaching, and hearing/giving feedback.
ACCOMMODATION
- PRIVATE ROOM
You’ll stay at a comfortable modest private room. Daily room cleaning included. - SHARED QUADRUPLE ROOM
Shared room with two bunk beds, accommodating guests of the same gender. The room is simple, clean, and spacious, with daily room cleaning included.
FOOD
Each day of your training includes a delicious vegetarian and vegan-friendly breakfast, as well as a hearty dinner.
During the lunch break, you have the opportunity to explore the vibrant local cuisine, with a variety of restaurants and shops just a short walk away.
COURSE INVESTMENT
ACCEPTING 12 STUDENTS PER TRAINING
Minimum 6 students