Vikara retreats, Calle Rosa Mistica, Olon, Ecuador
Up to 15 in group
June 1 - 29, 2025
About this Retreat
Desirée Alemán is a passionate yoga practitioner and teacher, as well as a guide and mentor with a deep focus on spiritual empowerment. Through her teachings, she invites others to embrace and fall in love with the fullness of the human experience. Desirée's yoga journey began in 2012, when she sought a space where she could feel safe, loved, and free. It was through yoga that she discovered that everything she was searching for was already within her — the immense healing power of her body and mind, waiting to be unlocked.
Her approach is rooted in the traditions of Ashtanga Yoga, Tantra, Hatha Yoga, somatic therapy, dance as a form of expression, and the development of feminine energy. Over the last decade, Desirée has worked with hundreds of people, helping them reconnect with their innate confidence, power, and love through yoga and other transformative practices.
Desirée’s teachings blend practicality with mysticism, as she believes that the human experience is sacred. She enjoys sharing her practice within a passionate and loving community that inspires a vibrant passion for life. Her purpose is to help others awaken to their true potential and to follow their calling of sharing their light with the world.
Desirée received her first yoga certification in 2013, and since then, she has studied with numerous incredible teachers worldwide. Her journey also took her to India, where she studied under Paramaguru Sharath Jois. She continues her studies in yoga philosophy, Sanskrit, and mantra chanting, constantly deepening her knowledge and practice. She has been teaching Yoga teacher trainings since 2016 and had certified hundreds of students.
Roey, the visionary founder of Vikara Retreat Center, has been on a transformative path of healing and self-discovery for over a decade.His journey began in 2006 when he volunteered at the Tamara Healing Center in Portugal. Following this, he moved to the USA to study the Curative Education course at the Camphill Community in Beaver Run, where he worked with children and adults with special needs. It was during this time that he discovered the profound potential of alternative therapies and the importance of connecting with the spiritual world.
Roey traveled extensively to learn from a variety of teachers and traditions, immersing himself in the sacred practices of indigenous cultures.
Before embracing plant medicine, Roey practiced yoga for over 7 years, starting with Ashtanga Yoga, which laid the foundation for his discipline. He completed his 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Ecuador, where he deepened both his practice and his understanding of yoga’s transformative power.
Roey has also undertaken four vision quests in Ecuador under the supervision of Taita Alejo Valdivieso, a revered indigenous elder, where he received the blessings to lead sweatlodges, and has been since parying and guiding the Temazcal ceremonies in Vikara.
With over 13 years of experience in the therapeutic world, Roey has a deep understanding of healing modalities, which he integrates into the offerings at Vikara. In 2020, Roey founded Vikara Retreat Center.
The mission at Vikara is to provide a sacred space for transformational retreats, guided by dignity and integrity. We offer a variety of retreats that focus on holistic well-being, fostering a deep connection between body, mind, and spirit, and encouraging profound introspection.
In addition, we collaborate with retreat leaders from around the globe, welcoming them to host their unique programs in our beautiful and nurturing environment.
Details of this retreat
Join our transformative Yoga Teacher Training in Ecuador, a country known for its deep spiritual heritage and healing energy. This is not your typical teacher training. In this immersive program, you will not only deepen your yoga practice but also experience the sacred and transformative power of Plant Medicines and Shamanic Rituals—combining ancient wisdom from the East and the wisdom of the land.
Ecuador, with its lush jungles, towering mountains, and sacred energy, is the perfect backdrop for this deep, healing journey. Whether you're looking to become a certified yoga teacher or simply deepen your personal practice, this training will help you connect with the sacredness of yoga and the healing energies of the Earth.
Who is it for
This yoga teacher training is for anyone who wants to see life from a different perspective and dive deep into the teachings of yoga philosophy, which will guide you through exploring your emotions, behaviors, thought patterns, and cultivating new, healthier habits. It’s for those ready to activate their innate confidence and leadership, discover their unique talents, and feel the call to learn conscious techniques for life, as well as deepen their spiritual knowledge. If you’re interested in experiencing the physical benefits of yoga, understanding its mechanisms, and enhancing your movement to foster a healthy body and mind, this training is for you. It’s for those who believe the world needs more people with conscious skills to create change from a place of mindfulness. If you’re looking to expand your knowledge as a teacher, coach, or conscious leader, and develop the confidence to embrace your strengths and challenges, this training will help you live yoga in a way that’s authentic to you.
About The Teacher
Desirée Alemán is a passionate yoga practitioner and teacher, as well as a guide and mentor with a deep focus on spiritual empowerment. Through her teachings, she invites others to embrace and fall in love with the fullness of the human experience. Desirée's yoga journey began in 2012, when she sought a space where she could feel safe, loved, and free. It was through yoga that she discovered that everything she was searching for was already within her — the immense healing power of her body and mind, waiting to be unlocked.
Her approach is rooted in the traditions of Ashtanga Yoga, Tantra, Hatha Yoga, somatic therapy, dance as a form of expression, and the development of feminine energy. Over the last decade, Desirée has worked with hundreds of people, helping them reconnect with their innate confidence, power, and love through yoga and other transformative practices.
Desirée’s teachings blend practicality with mysticism, as she believes that the human experience is sacred. She enjoys sharing her practice within a passionate and loving community that inspires a vibrant passion for life. Her purpose is to help others awaken to their true potential and to follow their calling of sharing their light with the world.
Desirée received her first yoga certification in 2013, and since then, she has studied with numerous incredible teachers worldwide. Her journey also took her to India, where she studied under Paramaguru Sharath Jois. She continues her studies in yoga philosophy, Sanskrit, and mantra chanting, constantly deepening her knowledge and practice. She has been teaching Yoga teacher trainings since 2016 and had certified hundreds of students.
Why Choose Yoga Teacher Training at Vikara?
At Vikara, we offer a transformative Yoga Teacher Training that goes beyond the typical certification program. This training blends the ancient wisdom of yoga with the profound healing traditions of shamanism, creating a truly holistic experience.
You will gain a deep understanding of yoga philosophy, asana, breathwork, and meditation, while also connecting to the land through sacred ceremonies like the Temazcal (sweat lodge), Cocoa Ceremony, Plant Medicines. These powerful rituals, combined with our heart-centered approach, will help you unlock your true potential as both a teacher and a healer.
Ecuador’s healing energy, along with our focus on personal growth and awakening, makes this an ideal space for deepening your practice, transforming your life, and becoming the yoga teacher you were meant to be.
Join us at Vikara for an unforgettable journey of self-discovery, spiritual growth, and professional training, all in the heart of Ecuador’s healing energy.
