What to expect
Begin your 18 days of yoga teacher training in Tenerife, a place surrounded by the ocean and filled with life, peace and diversity. Immerse yourself in the teachings of Hatha and Vinyasa yoga, health, meditation and more, while surrounded by the beauty of sunny mountain tops, calm waters and the natural environment. Here you can safely disconnect from the outer world and reconnect with your inner self, while being guided on your journey of self-discovery, exploration and transformation.
Become a part of our global La Casa Shambala family and share and receive the gifts of love, knowledge, energy and acceptance, all while becoming a fully certified yoga teacher.
Dates 200h
- January 13 – January 30, 2025
- March 8 – March 25, 2025
- May 1 – May 18, 2025
- June 15 – July 2, 2025
- October 12 – October 29, 2025
Program Details
If you are looking for a deeper connection with your inner self, to elevate your knowledge of yoga practices and philosophy, or to create a new career path that’s aligned with your beliefs and values, this course is for you. Our training is truly unique, with each content and practice created with pure love and nourishing intention. Our curriculum and philosophy focus on traditional Hatha yoga, diving deep into the eight limbs of Hatha philosophy. You will learn how to integrate the empathetic and spiritual practice of Hatha into your life, learning not only how to exist, but how to flourish and elevate in both your inner and outer world. Vinyasa is a modern form of yoga that comes from the Hatha asana practice and focuses on harmonizing breath with every movement in the yoga flow. No two vinyasa classes are the same and we will teach you how to sequence beautiful Vinyasa flows that will embody your unique teaching style.
This course also explores the teachings of traditional Ayurveda like the ayurvedic diet, your Ayurvedic profile (the doshas) and using Ayurveda for preventative health and wellness. As a yoga teacher, it’s important to understand human anatomy and how yoga influences our bodies from an anatomical level. Our course teaches anatomy from a traditional and biological standpoint as well as the conjunction between yogic philosophy and biological principles. This is so that our students can understand, from a biological level, why asana practice makes us feel better.
This yoga teacher training certifies you in Hatha and Vinyasa styles, however, during your training you will get a taste of other types of yoga, especially Yin/restorative yoga.
Venue Details
FINCA MANANTIAL DE TARA, TENERIFE
Located in the south-eastern part of Tenerife, in the region of Arafo, Finca Manantial De Tara is nestled right between the high mountain peaks and crystal waters that surround the island. Our venue, referred to as the “Spring of Tara”, is ideally equipped to provide its guests with a scenic escape into quietness, regeneration and peace. Away from the bustling life of cities, yet only 30 minutes away from the famous Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Finca Manantial De Tara was created with the intention of developing a sustainable place truly aligned with nature. The design of the venue follows the principles of Feng-Shui, distributing its spaces based on their uses and the energy of the element present, be it fire, air, water or earth.
Finca Manantial De Tara is a permaculture farm, consisting of many flower, herbal, vegetable and fruit gardens, various common areas, outdoor decking and an indoor shala and cave buildings including a cave meditation space. The accommodation is in yurts (shared bathroom), modern studios (en-suite) and a cave room (en-suite). All accommodation options are shared between 3 people.
All around the property there are nature-hugged nooks and spaces for a quiet moment for yourself, as well as gathering spaces to connect and share the moments together. This venue is a naturally vibrant and cosy place, where you will find a sense of belonging, acceptance and peace.
Exact location: Finca Manantial De Tara (Asociacion Manantial de Tara), Camino El Portugues, Arafo, Tenerife, Spain
Accommodation Details
- Yurt: A different and original experience in nature without the sacrifice of comfort. Circular tents of Mongolian origin, each equipped with 3 single beds, heating for colder days and A/C for the summer. There are 3 yurts in total which share an outdoor bathroom (5 showers, 6 toilets and 1 compost toilet).
- Studio: Immerse yourself in the natural environment by relaxing on a terrace of your comfy and
modern studio. Each studio has 3 single beds, a fan and an en-suite bathroom. These units welcome their guests with a bright and airy space and breath-taking views.
There are four studios, three of which have kitchens. - Cave: Enjoy a unique experience in this cave room, where silence, tranquillity and privacy reign. It has a pleasant temperature all year around and no mobile coverage, meaning pure energy and no electromagnetic pollution. This room features 2 single beds and an en-suite bathroom with a hydromassage shower.
For any additional requests, please contact our team directly at [email protected]
Food
La Casa Shambala will offer you a healthy vegetarian/vegan diet for this training. Our menus are created to promote spiritual, mental, and physical health that aligns with the philosophy we practice . The yogic diet is based on the yoga principles of purity (sattva), nonviolence (ahimsa), and balanced living.
Based in the concept of “Ahimsa” which carries the principle of not causing harm to any living being, we offer a diet that is vegetarian, following the main concept of Macrobiotic and Ayurveda (tridoshic dishes) diet, with a balance of pure fresh fruit, vegetables, cooked whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, using a combination of both raw and cooked foods.
Day by day, we offer a menu that is designed in such a way that you receive the necessary amount of protein, minerals and carbohydrates that accompanies your nutritional needs during training. Making food our medicine, and thinking of our medicine as our food.
You will receive 3 delicious meals per day (not included on the days off) to nourish and increase physical and mental vitality making it easier to experience clarity, lightness and peace of mind. The quality of the diet you receive while training is of vital importance to us, which is why we acquire true and locally sourced ingredients combined in very carefully thought-out recipes cooked with love and care, so that you can detoxify the body in a paced manner during the Yttc process and with that peel another layer back to our true-selfs .
Allergies , intolerances or special diet? Let us know , we will be happy to cater the perfect food for you.
What’s Included:
Daily Schedule:
- 08:00 – 09:00 Kriya / Chanting / Meditation / Pranayama
- 09:00 – 10:30 Asana Practice - Hatha / Vinyasa
- 10:30 – 11:30 Breakfast
- 11:30 – 13:00 Philosophy / Anatomy / Teaching Methodology
- 13:00 – 15:00 Lunch & Rest
- 15:00 – 18:00 Asana Clinic
- 18:00 – 19:30 Yin / Restorative Yoga
- 19:30 – 20:30 Dinner
- 20:30 – 21:30 Self-Study
Please note that this schedule is an example only and is subject to change.
What's Not Included:
- Visa, flights, excursions, spa treatments, meals on days off (2 days), transportation on departure, covid test.
Location info
general info about the area
Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, is known for its volcanic origins and Mount Teide, a 3718 meters high active volcano. This mountain has the highest elevation point across the entire Atlantic Ocean, bringing interest and beauty to this little charming island. Although having a parameter of only 358km, Tenerife has been starred as the island of a thousand experiences many times, providing the background for attractions of all types, from sea ventures, mountain trekking, flying stunts and more.
The retreat venue is situated in the south-eastern region of Arafo, a picturesque mountain village with an agricultural landscape overlooking the sea. The village contains white and clean buildings and is brimful with flowers, grape vines and fruit orchards. It also has supermarkets, various stores, restaurants and entertainment. The locals here cultivate fruit, vegetables and wine, which can be spotted among the terrace fields and tasted at the various markets. Arafo is also known as the “musical town”, hosting many musicians who continue the musical and cultural traditions of this village.
Finca Manantial De Tara is a 30-minute walk from the centre of Arafo.
How to get there (incl pickup info)
The cheapest way to get to Finca Manantial De Tara is by flying directly into Tenerife Norte Airport. One-way transfer from this airport is included on arrival day at 12pm.
For own transfer, the most cost-efficient way to get to the venue is by public transport, getting a bus from the airport (No.20) to Intercambiador Santa Cruz, and another bus from Intercambiador Santa Cruz (No. 128) to Luis Otazo Marrero. From there, it is a 13-minute walk to the venue.
Meet our team
Paula
Paula is a world traveler passionate about expanding the integration between anatomy, energy & spiritual growth. In 2013, Paula began the journey of holistic healing & simultaneously started her career in occupational therapy & practice of yoga. She has worked with neurodevelopment & sensory integration in people with disabilities. In 2016 Paula discovered AcroYoga & began hosting workshops in communities all around the world. She completed her training in the Indian Himalayas, is trained in Reiki, massage techniques & is dedicated to helping others achieve a healthy lifestyle.
Nannette
Nani is an E-RYT500 Yoga Teacher with a vast international experience in the personal development field, personalized 1:1 classes, as well as Workshops and Retreats. She is certified in Hatha/ Vinyasa and Himalayan Kundalini Kriya Yoga as well as different life coaching and healing art modalities. Her teaching is always coming from the heart, accounting for individual differences, and helping students to access the deeper truth of who they really are. She is passionate about helping people to connect with their true power, and to live their heart and soul aligned paths.
Vanessa
Vanessa’s interest in sport and body movement led her to Yoga in 2004. She began her studies in Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa and Bikram styles before discovering Yin Yang Yoga which aligned with her love for Traditional Chinese Medicine. Her passion led to the creation of Vibrant Yoga, where she shares a fusion of Yin Yoga, Vinyasa Flow and movements from the Taoist tradition, bringing awareness to the physical, mental, energetic and spiritual body to achieve a vibrant and colorful lifestyle. She is also a Pilates instructor and Energetic Nutrition and Health Advisor.
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Embark on a journey of self-discovery and ancient wisdom through the powerful path of yoga. Find your power and guide others to ignite their fires so we can brighten up our world in unity.
