200HR HATHA VINYASA YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

15 days Live with 5 days prior Online Self-paced study

DATES

October 19 – November 2, 2025

Our teacher training is based on Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga, so that upon completion of this program the trainees can include any kind of audience and adopt the teachings according to the student’s needs. This is a deeply transformational experience of self-development and a golden standard in professional training. Directed by Tanya Savitri Popovich, E-RYT500 and Yoga Acharya with a 20-year international teaching experience, this teacher training course is a combination of thousands of hours of training and experience in various classical and modern yoga systems, concentrated into a 200hr intensive foundational education.
We are a Yoga Alliance registered school at a 200-hr &500-hr level, and YACEP.

Schedule

*Program is indicative and subject to change according to the location and weather circumstances

All our graduates can repeat the training at any point in the future, free of tuition fees.
For information or applications, please contact us via email at shrigaiainstitute@gmail.com or via our contact form.

Location

Palomino is a small, vibrant beach town on Colombia’s Caribbean coast, located at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta—the highest coastal mountain range in the world. This unique region is home to incredible biodiversity and sacred indigenous territories of the Kogi, Arhuaco, Wiwa, and Kogui communities. Palomino offers a laid-back atmosphere, pristine beaches, tropical forests, and rivers that descend from the mountains into the sea, perfect for tubing, birdwatching, and relaxing. The surrounding region of La Guajira is rich in culture, desert landscapes, and indigenous heritage, while the Sierra Nevada is recognized as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This powerful natural setting offers not only breathtaking scenery but a deep sense of spiritual and ecological significance.

Üüttaaka Eco-Hotel is located right on the beachfront and surrounded by a lush mangrove forest. It is renowned for its original beehive-shaped architecture with ocean views, offering both comfort and sustainability. Nestled within a mangrove forest on a pristine beach of Palomino, the hotel’s unique architecture and its dedication to sustainability create an extraordinary setting for our training. The vibrant sounds of the jungle and the soothing sea breeze will accompany you throughout your stay, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and connection with nature. Accommodation is based on triple and double occupancy, and single rooms may be available upon request. Brunch, mid-day snack, and dinner are included, and we offer options of gluten and lactose free vegetarian and pescatarian meals.

Arrival day is always the first day of the training, and there will only be a welcome session on the afternoon of that day, after you settle in. Departure Day is the last day of the training and participants can depart any time in the morning, usually after breakfast.

We have organized transportation that will be leaving at 11am on October 19th from the Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR) in Santa Marta, to bring you to our training venue. This transportation is at an additional cost of €35. Please let us know early to book your spot. If your arrival is during the night or the day before, you can book a hotel nearby the airport. Otherwise, your flight should be arriving no later than 10am to make it on time for our transport.

You can easily travel to the training venue on your own. To reach Üüttaka Eco-Hotel in Palomino, La Guajira, Colombia, from Simón Bolívar International Airport in Santa Marta, you have several transportation options:

1. Fly to Colombia:
   Most international visitors arrive via Bogotá (BOG) or Medellín (MDE). From there, take a domestic flight to Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR) in Santa Marta.
2. From Santa Marta Airport to Palomino:
   By Taxi or Private Transfer: The easiest and most comfortable option. The ride takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes along the scenic Caribbean coast. We recommend coordinating with us for a trusted driver. A week prior to meeting in Colombia, we will bring everyone in touch so that you can coordinate with others and possibly share a ride. Taxi costs about €80 and can be shared with up to three other people.
   By Public Bus: Take a taxi from the airport to the Santa Marta Public Market (Mercado Público), about 30–40 minutes. From there, take a bus headed toward Palomino or Ríohacha. Buses run frequently and cost about €3–4. The journey takes around 2 hours.
3. Arrival in Palomino:
   Our venue is located slightly off the main road, surrounded by nature. Upon booking, we provide detailed directions and support. Access includes a walk through a wooden pathway that lights up at night, leading to the beachfront.

What to Bring

Participants need to bring a yoga mat, two notebooks and a white outfit for graduation ceremony. You will be sent online and reading materials via email upon registration. Please register ahead of time to have ample time to prepare for the training!

*Early Bird – full payment until August 19th, 2025

*Regular Price – full payment until September 29th, 2025

Deposit of €500 along with your application is needed to hold your spot on the training.

Availability is limited to a room type, please book early to avoid disappointment. Please read our cancellation policy here