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15 Day 200-Hour Inspired Yoga Teacher Training in Yucca Valley, Joshua Tree, California

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2848 Sage Avenue, Yucca Valley, CA, USA
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Up to 18 in group
Date
August 1 - 15, 2025

Retreat Highlights

  • Daily yoga classes
  • 14 full days of intensive training
  • Pranayama and meditation sessions
  • Detailed description and practice of 45 traditional yoga poses
  • Eligible to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
  • 14 nights accommodation
  • Daily meals

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

Deepen your practice in the beautiful Joshua Tree area with this 200-hour certified yoga teacher training with Kootenay Yoga School and leave with practical knowledge of 45 traditional poses, embodied practice designing sequences, and the confidence to inspire students to love their bodies through the practice of yoga.

Schedule

-Certification
Students who complete the training are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®).
-About the course
The time during the intensive training will be grounded in meditation and applying the philosophy and practice of yoga to your daily life. Each student will have the opportunity to practice teaching small groups. This transformative 15-day intensive will open doors of perception and catalyze shifts in the way you relate to yourself, each other, and your yoga practice.
-Topics covered
This course will include daily yoga and meditation practice, asana and pranayama labs, and a variety of workshops designed to help you gain the knowledge and confidence to lead students in asana classes and workshops of your own.
*Anatomy of yoga
*Detailed description and practice of 45 traditional yoga poses
*Asana labs
*Introduction to pranayama
*Yoga Nidra and deep relaxation
*Restorative yoga
*The eight limbs of yoga
*Yamas and Niyamas
*How to lead meditation
*Sequencing an asana class your students will love
*The magic of Savasana
-What is so special about this training?
Joshua Tree’s immense vistas of stark desert and rugged rock formations inspire stillness and calm. The team's commitment to yoga practice and empowerment will inspire students to live their best lives.
-Preparing
The most important thing you can do to prepare for this intensive is to cultivate your personal yoga practice. You will need to spend time on your mat. Just spread out your mat and explore what feels good in your body. Set aside 15 minutes every day for the practice of yoga.

-Daily Schedule
*05:45 - 07:30 Morning practice
*07:30 - 08:00 Breakfast
*08:00 - 10:00 Morning seminar
*10:00 - 12:00 Independent study
*12:00 - 12:30 Lunch
*12:30 - 14:00 Inside afternoon seminar
*14:00 - 16:00 Anatomy class
*16:00 - 17:00 Free time
*17:00 - 18:30 Evening practice
*18:30 - 19:30 Dinner
*19:30 - 20:30 Evening sunset session
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Kootenay Yoga School, 2848 Sage Avenue, Yucca Valley, CA, USA

Directions

Getting to our Joshua Tree location from Palm Springs Airport is easy and scenic! It's about a 45-minute drive through the stunning desert landscape. You can rent a car at the airport, and follow Highway 62 towards Joshua Tree. Public shuttles and rideshare options like Uber or Lyft are also available for a direct ride to the property. If you're driving independently, parking is available onsite, and you'll enjoy a smooth, well-marked drive as you approach this magical desert retreat.

Accommodation

Our accommodations are vibrant and artist-inspired, reflecting the creative, free-spirited energy of the desert. Each room is a unique blend of boho-chic decor, with colourful textiles, eclectic art, and handcrafted touches. Whether in shared or private rooms, you'll feel like you're staying in an artist's hideaway, complete with cozy nooks and inspiring views. Communal spaces buzz with creativity, perfect for gathering, while the desert landscape adds a magical, funky vibe to your stay.

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Our Joshua Tree location offers a peaceful, transformative space surrounded by the stunning Mojave Desert. With vast skies, rugged rock formations, and serene isolation, it's perfect for deep reflection and growth during your yoga teacher training. Close to Joshua Tree National Park, you'll have opportunities for outdoor exploration, connecting with nature and yourself. This unique desert retreat provides the ideal environment for personal transformation and mindful practice.

Meals

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You will be served three healthy and delicious vegan or vegetarian meals daily included in the price. All meals are sourced as locally as possible and prepared with the best of the local offerings.

What's Included

  • 200-hour training
  • 14 nights accommodation
  • 3 plant-based meals daily
  • Yoga manuals
  • Certificate of completion
  • Eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance upon completion
  • Ongoing support
  • Full use of the beautiful property

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Transfers to and from the property
  • Alcohol
  • Insurance

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