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About this trip
This transformational advanced teacher training will be hosted by Joan Hyman, founder of The School of Yoga in Goa, India at Nalanda Resort in Mandrem Beach. This is a certified training from Yoga Alliance where students can work towards their 300 Hour Teacher Training with The School of Yoga (SOY) or add these hours towards their continuing education. You can complete the rest of the hours in a virtual course or live at a world wide training.
In this 150 Hour teacher training, Joan will include a variety of topics listed below along with daily asana, pranayama, and meditation practice. Joan Hyman is the director and founder of The Schoolof. yoga™, an authentic international teacher training program focused on continuing
education. Her grounded teaching style seamlessly supports her students and her teachings come from an organic and intuitive place. She draws upon the combined studies of the Ashtanga and Iyengar methods, as well as Ayurveda and meditation. An authentic
modern-day yogi, Joan’s love and devotion show up in her practice and
throughout her teaching.
This training course will include:
• Advanced asana and pranayama practices daily.
•. Therapeutics,, working with injuries, and healing the nervous system.
• Understanding how to integrate the five koshas into our practice and lifestyle.
• ,Learn to read bodies and explore the art of hands on adjustments that cater to the individual.
•. Explore classic yogic texts, including The Sutras, The Bhagavad Gita, and The Hatha Yoga Pradipika.
•. Integrate the practice of Ayurveda into your daily life and teaching.
•. Refine your sequencing skills and learn to sequence for the beginner and advanced yogi.
•. Deepen your understanding of pranayama and stillness.
• We will explore teaching modalities that will help you teach with confidence! If you are not taking this training to become a teacher, you will gain a deeper understanding of practice and communication skills.
This training will include guest teachers offering sound baths, kirtans, and body work. The main teacher will be Joan along with special guests to create an immersive experience you won't forget!
This will also be a career path for teachers that have already taken their 200 Hour teacher training or who are already practicing and teaching and wish to continue on their journey. If you haven't taken a 200 Hour, please message Joan for a bridge program supported by a few online coursees.
This will be 150 Hours credited towards The School of Yoga.
Goa is the perfect place to relax and unplug from the western world and dive deep into your yoga and meditation practice. Goa offers a vibrant vibe and the beaches are bright and endless. Enjoy a softer version of India with a richness and depth that this spiritual culture offers.
Email Joan for more information.
What’s included
- Two meals per dayIncludes a light morning snack
- AccomodationsFor entire stay
- Ongoing classesEvening activities and classes at the retreat center
- Teacher Training ManualFrom The School of Yoga
- Rooms cleaned daily
- 150 Hours CourseUnlimited yoga from Joan
- Beachfront propertyChairs and shade are included for beach
- The poolPools included on the retreat center
- A great Goan Vibe!
- An amazing communityAn international student base
What’s not included
- Spa Services
- Tipping
- International Flights
- Extra nights
- Airport transportPlease contact: retreats@nalandaretreat.com to arrange transport
- Snacks and extra mealsThe restaurant is available for extra meals, snacks, and beverages
Available Packages
Beachside rooms with small balcony include a single bed and private bathroom.
* Early bird ends July 15, 2025. Price will increase $300.
** $500 USD deposit required to save your spot and is non-refundable.
A shared beachside room with two single beds and a private bathroom.
* Early bird ends July 15, 2025. Price will increase $300.
** $500 USD deposit required to save your spot and is non-refundable.
A bigger single room pool side on the beach with private bathroom.
* Early bird ends July 15, 2025. Price will increase $300.
** $500 USD deposit required to save your spot and is non-refundable.
A bigger room with two single beds pool side and on the beach with private bathroom.
* Early bird ends July 15, 2025. Price will increase $300.
** $500 USD deposit required to save your spot and is non-refundable.
These are larger rooms on the other side of the road in the jungle. This side has it's own pool and reception area.
* Early bird ends July 15, 2025. Price will increase $300.
** $500 USD deposit required to save your spot and is non-refundable.
These are standard rooms on the other side of the street known as the jungle side. They are nice rooms with own private bathrooms. Good if you are on a budget and want your own room.
* Early bird ends July 15, 2025. Price will increase $300.
** $500 USD deposit required to save your spot and is non-refundable.
These are standard rooms on the other side of the street known as the jungle side. They are nice rooms with own private bathrooms and two beds.
Good if you are on a budget.
* Early bird ends July 15, 2025. Price will increase $300.
** $500 USD deposit required to save your spot and is non-refundable.
Itinerary
Tentative Schedule:
7:30am - 10:30am Pranayama & Asana Practice
10:30am - 12pm - Brunch
12pm - 2pm - Lecture and Discussion
2pm - 3:30pm - Rest/ Beach Time
3:30pm - 5:30pm - Teaching theory, wind down practice, or guest teachers.
6pm - Sunset
7pm - Dinner
8:30pm - Evening Activities including kirtan, yogi nidra, meditation, shamanic sound bath, and estatic dance.