50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Botswana
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50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Botswana
Munga Plains - Yoga safari retreats, Kavimba, Botswana
Up to 20 in group
November 24 - December 1, 2024
Retreat Highlights
- Holistic Wellness: Daily yoga and meditation sessions guide your journey towards inner peace and physical rejuvenation.
- Thrilling Safari Adventures: Encounter four of the legendary Big Five during game drives in Chobe National Park and get up close to animals quenching their thirst by the river during boat cruises.
- Cultural Immersion: Discover local village life and enjoy feasts and dances around the firepit that showcase local tribes' customs and traditions.
- Nature Walks: Engage all your senses on guided walking safaris through untamed landscapes.
- Cozy Glamping Accommodation: Each room provides a comfortable stay amidst the breathtaking landscapes and the whispering sounds of the African bush.
- Culinary Delights: Participate in bush cooking sessions and taste the wilderness with our expert chef Ednah Rosen.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Leading the last two retreats in November, Leah Sugerman is a yoga teacher, writer, and passionate world traveler. An eternally grateful student, she has trained in countless schools and traditions of the practice and teaches a fusion of the styles she has studied with a strong emphasis on breath, awareness, and anatomical integrity. Leah teaches workshops, retreats, and yoga teacher trainings both internationally and online.
Details of this retreat
Find Your Yin Side
Exploring the many aspects of yin yoga, you’ll discover how to slow the body down and surrender to your softer, lunar energy. Practicing anatomically-informed yin yoga practices, we’ll explore this soothing style of yoga and all the elements necessary to be able to confidently teach it.
Gain Confidence
Extensive study of asana, alignment, anatomy, adjustments, the philosophy and history of yin yoga, teaching methodology, and intelligent sequencing will prepare you to teach yin with confidence and poise.
Go Deeper
Whether you’re looking to deepen your personal practice or to teach professionally, this course will provide you with everything you need to take your yin yoga practice to the next level. This yoga teacher training training is designed to move you deeper into your own personal practice while simultaneously preparing you to offer your teachings to the world.
Ground Yourself
Imagine starting your day with a serene yoga session amidst the breathtaking landscape of Botswana—the sun rising over the horizon, casting golden hues on the savannah.
This isn’t just a yoga teacher training; it’s the adventure of a lifetime that combines the tranquility of yoga with the thrill of safari for a rewilding of your spirit and deep reconnection with your soul.
Soak Up the Beauty of Botswana
From awe-inspiring wildlife to endless plains, the incredible warmth of its culture and the delicious tastes of its cuisine, Botswana is overflowing with beauty and tranquility. It's the perfect location to soak in nature, surrender to serenity, rewild your spirit, and reconnect through yoga, meditation, and pranayama.
Truly Reconnect
Whether you're looking to unplug from the stressors of modern life, to deepen your personal yin practice, or simply marvel at all that Botswana has to offer, this yoga training will provide you with everything you need to reinvigorate your spirit and rejuvenate your whole being. Step into a new world and meet the untamed wonders of nature as you deepen your yin yoga practice and truly reconnect with yourself, your practice, and the beautiful world around you all while learning to share these skills with the world.
Why Study With Nomad Yoga?
- Our teachers are highly experienced, professional, and knowledgeable with extensive work within the yoga industry and all hold the highest level of certification
- We extensively study teaching methodology and the physical practice so you’ll graduate feeling confident and able to teach yin yoga
- Our school is Yoga Alliance® certified, so you’ll earn 50 hours of continuing education contact credits for this training to add to your Yoga Alliance® profile
YTT Course Syllabus
Throughout the duration of the course, we will extensively study:
- Meditation: Through daily practice of both guided and silent meditations and discussion of various techniques, you'll delve deep into the practice, how it relates to the yogic lifestyle, and how to incorporate it into your daily life.
- Yin Postures: Through intensive practice and study, we’ll explore refinement and precision within your personal practice as well as how to share that detailed approach with your students.
- Alignment and Pose Modifications: We will carefully dissect many common poses within the yin yoga practice to explore alignment in depth. We’ll also discuss how to modify and adjust poses for students with injuries, pregnancy, or lack of strength and/or mobility.
- Anatomy and Biomechanics: We’ll briefly explore the fascinating human body and look at how our physical anatomy applies to the yin yoga practice and how to modify and adapt your teachings to keep students safe and aware. Through experiential and interactive learning and with an evidence-based approach, we’ll have fun as we assess and understand the limitations of the body as well as all of its many amazing capabilities.
- History and Philosophy of Yin Yoga: We’ll explore the birth of yin yoga and its evolution and growth throughout the years. We’ll also discuss the philosophical side of this practice in depth and how it can apply to our everyday lives.
- Pranayama (Breathwork): Through experiential practice and discussion, we’ll learn about the practice of controlling and regulating the breath (pranayama). We’ll discuss the many benefits of this practice and how to effectively practice, teach, and share it.
- Sequencing Yin Yoga Classes: We will study the art of sequencing yin yoga classes and how to effectively and carefully plan and sequence yin practices. We’ll discuss theming, the different elements essential to a well-structured class, linking postures, intelligent sequencing, and beyond so you can walk away feeling confident to teach yin.
- Teaching Methodology: Of course, we will study the art of teaching yin in its many facets—exploring the ideas of what makes a good yoga teacher, how to skillfully use language, how to effectively sequence practices, how to concisely cue poses, and much, much more so that you will feel secure and confident as a yin teacher. And, of course, you will have the opportunity numerous times to explore these concepts in reality as you put the art of teaching yin into practice.
Yoga Teacher Training Schedule
7:30 - 9:30 Morning Yin/Yang Asana Practice
9:30 - 10:30 Breakfast
10:30 - 2:15 Training Sessions
2:15 - 4:15 Lunch & Personal Time
4:15 - 6:00 Training Sessions
6:00 - 7:30 Evening Yin Asana Practice
*Schedule is subject to change
Exploring the many aspects of yin yoga, you’ll discover how to slow the body down and surrender to your softer, lunar energy. Practicing anatomically-informed yin yoga practices, we’ll explore this soothing style of yoga and all the elements necessary to be able to confidently teach it.
Gain Confidence
Extensive study of asana, alignment, anatomy, adjustments, the philosophy and history of yin yoga, teaching methodology, and intelligent sequencing will prepare you to teach yin with confidence and poise.
Go Deeper
Whether you’re looking to deepen your personal practice or to teach professionally, this course will provide you with everything you need to take your yin yoga practice to the next level. This yoga teacher training training is designed to move you deeper into your own personal practice while simultaneously preparing you to offer your teachings to the world.
Ground Yourself
Imagine starting your day with a serene yoga session amidst the breathtaking landscape of Botswana—the sun rising over the horizon, casting golden hues on the savannah.
This isn’t just a yoga teacher training; it’s the adventure of a lifetime that combines the tranquility of yoga with the thrill of safari for a rewilding of your spirit and deep reconnection with your soul.
Soak Up the Beauty of Botswana
From awe-inspiring wildlife to endless plains, the incredible warmth of its culture and the delicious tastes of its cuisine, Botswana is overflowing with beauty and tranquility. It's the perfect location to soak in nature, surrender to serenity, rewild your spirit, and reconnect through yoga, meditation, and pranayama.
Truly Reconnect
Whether you're looking to unplug from the stressors of modern life, to deepen your personal yin practice, or simply marvel at all that Botswana has to offer, this yoga training will provide you with everything you need to reinvigorate your spirit and rejuvenate your whole being. Step into a new world and meet the untamed wonders of nature as you deepen your yin yoga practice and truly reconnect with yourself, your practice, and the beautiful world around you all while learning to share these skills with the world.
Why Study With Nomad Yoga?
- Our teachers are highly experienced, professional, and knowledgeable with extensive work within the yoga industry and all hold the highest level of certification
- We extensively study teaching methodology and the physical practice so you’ll graduate feeling confident and able to teach yin yoga
- Our school is Yoga Alliance® certified, so you’ll earn 50 hours of continuing education contact credits for this training to add to your Yoga Alliance® profile
YTT Course Syllabus
Throughout the duration of the course, we will extensively study:
- Meditation: Through daily practice of both guided and silent meditations and discussion of various techniques, you'll delve deep into the practice, how it relates to the yogic lifestyle, and how to incorporate it into your daily life.
- Yin Postures: Through intensive practice and study, we’ll explore refinement and precision within your personal practice as well as how to share that detailed approach with your students.
- Alignment and Pose Modifications: We will carefully dissect many common poses within the yin yoga practice to explore alignment in depth. We’ll also discuss how to modify and adjust poses for students with injuries, pregnancy, or lack of strength and/or mobility.
- Anatomy and Biomechanics: We’ll briefly explore the fascinating human body and look at how our physical anatomy applies to the yin yoga practice and how to modify and adapt your teachings to keep students safe and aware. Through experiential and interactive learning and with an evidence-based approach, we’ll have fun as we assess and understand the limitations of the body as well as all of its many amazing capabilities.
- History and Philosophy of Yin Yoga: We’ll explore the birth of yin yoga and its evolution and growth throughout the years. We’ll also discuss the philosophical side of this practice in depth and how it can apply to our everyday lives.
- Pranayama (Breathwork): Through experiential practice and discussion, we’ll learn about the practice of controlling and regulating the breath (pranayama). We’ll discuss the many benefits of this practice and how to effectively practice, teach, and share it.
- Sequencing Yin Yoga Classes: We will study the art of sequencing yin yoga classes and how to effectively and carefully plan and sequence yin practices. We’ll discuss theming, the different elements essential to a well-structured class, linking postures, intelligent sequencing, and beyond so you can walk away feeling confident to teach yin.
- Teaching Methodology: Of course, we will study the art of teaching yin in its many facets—exploring the ideas of what makes a good yoga teacher, how to skillfully use language, how to effectively sequence practices, how to concisely cue poses, and much, much more so that you will feel secure and confident as a yin teacher. And, of course, you will have the opportunity numerous times to explore these concepts in reality as you put the art of teaching yin into practice.
Yoga Teacher Training Schedule
7:30 - 9:30 Morning Yin/Yang Asana Practice
9:30 - 10:30 Breakfast
10:30 - 2:15 Training Sessions
2:15 - 4:15 Lunch & Personal Time
4:15 - 6:00 Training Sessions
6:00 - 7:30 Evening Yin Asana Practice
*Schedule is subject to change
Schedule
Day 1: Arrive at Victoria Falls Airport, Zimbabwe, and start your retreat with a guided tour of the magnificent Victoria Falls and yoga at sunset, followed by a peaceful evening in the town of Victoria Falls.
Day 2: Begin your day with setting your intention for the week with your fellow travelers, followed by a nourishing continental breakfast before heading to Botswana. Enjoy an exciting boat cruise and game drive in Chobe National Park before settling down at Munga Plains for the night.
Day 3: Your first full day at Munga Plains starts gently with a meditation session followed by an optional light breakfast before the morning yoga session. Go deeper into your yoga practice with an afternoon yoga workshop, then head to the bush for a short nature walk and watch the sunset drink in hand.
Day 4: In the morning, follow your teacher on a guided meditation and yoga session. After lunch, embark on a thrilling safari adventure in Chobe National Park. Encounter diverse wildlife, from majestic lions and stealthy leopards to powerful buffalos and graceful giraffes.
Day 5: Another day focused on the practice of yoga. Start with a meditation and yoga session in the morning, and go deeper in your practice with a yoga workshop in the afternoon. After dinner, join us for an optional night drive to find hyenas and other nocturnal animals!
Day 6: After the daily yoga and meditation sessions, take a guided village tour with the Basubiya people, followed by traditional dances and boma dinner around the fire pit.
Day 7: Check out and transfer to Victoria Falls airport through Chobe National Park.
Day 2: Begin your day with setting your intention for the week with your fellow travelers, followed by a nourishing continental breakfast before heading to Botswana. Enjoy an exciting boat cruise and game drive in Chobe National Park before settling down at Munga Plains for the night.
Day 3: Your first full day at Munga Plains starts gently with a meditation session followed by an optional light breakfast before the morning yoga session. Go deeper into your yoga practice with an afternoon yoga workshop, then head to the bush for a short nature walk and watch the sunset drink in hand.
Day 4: In the morning, follow your teacher on a guided meditation and yoga session. After lunch, embark on a thrilling safari adventure in Chobe National Park. Encounter diverse wildlife, from majestic lions and stealthy leopards to powerful buffalos and graceful giraffes.
Day 5: Another day focused on the practice of yoga. Start with a meditation and yoga session in the morning, and go deeper in your practice with a yoga workshop in the afternoon. After dinner, join us for an optional night drive to find hyenas and other nocturnal animals!
Day 6: After the daily yoga and meditation sessions, take a guided village tour with the Basubiya people, followed by traditional dances and boma dinner around the fire pit.
Day 7: Check out and transfer to Victoria Falls airport through Chobe National Park.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Munga Plains, Munga Plains - Yoga safari retreats, Kavimba, Botswana
Directions
Fly into Victoria Falls Airport in Zimbabwe and we provide transfers to our partner lodge Shongwe Oasis where you will spend the first night. We then guide your journey into Botswana with a river cruise and game drive to reach our camp.
Accommodation
Our camp features six standard and four large double rooms, each designed to provide a comfortable retreat amidst the breathtaking landscape and the whispering sounds of the African bush. Each tent is set on wooden decking and furnished with artisanal African elements including two single beds that can be separated or joined, a luggage rack and wardrobe, a veranda, an ensuite bathroom with shower. Every structure at Munga Plains was crafted by local artisans using locally sourced materials, blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings and supporting the local economy. The rustic charm of the camp allows guests to feel truly immersed in nature, hearing the calls of hyenas and other wildlife at night.
Join one of your fellow retreat goers in a Glamping tent with a twin bed (2 persons per room, same gender).
Glamping tent with a double bed privatized for 1 person.
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
At Munga Plains, we blend comfort with the wild, offering an immersive experience in nature that rejuvenates the spirit. The main area is the heart of Munga Plains, where guests come together to share meals, stories, and experiences. This inviting communal space is elevated, hidden behind natural palm trees, and includes a bar, a lounge deck, a cozy dining area, a swimming pool, and a fireplace. From the viewing deck, you can see the horizon overseeing the flooded plains and the yoga shala.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
With a genuine appreciation for local ingredients and culinary traditions, our chef Ednah crafts a unique and delightful menu that deepens your journey into Africa.
What's Included
- 6 nights accommodation
- Airpot pick-up and drop-off
- 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals
- Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day
- Daily yoga sessions
- Specialized workshops
- Safari and cultural activities
- Transportation during the retreat
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Alcoholic beverages
- Mobile safari
