
200hrs Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training in breath-taking Nature
The serene Portuguese nature provides the perfect setting for this life-changing yoga journey
200hrs, 21 days holistic Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training in a small group (max. 10 students) and with personal mentoring at Cara Creek Eco Lodge in Portugal 27.03. – 16.04.2023 and 02.10. – 22.10.2023.
Our Training is Module-based. That means you can also take 100h at a time. First module runs from 27.03. – 06.04./02.10. – 12.10.2023 and second module 06.04. – 16.04./12.10. – 22.10.2023.
Spots for 100hrs module students are limited to 3 per training.
Currently, we are working on adding more sustainable locations to our yoga school portfolio, to allow you complete the modules in different amazing locations in serene nature.
Early Bird Special! Get 5% off your training fee if you book before 30.09.2022.
Bring a friend and get both 10% off when booking before 30.09.2022.
(You only need to pay the deposit now.)
The yoga teacher trainig location is peaceful, safe and remote but easy to get to from Lisbon, Coimbra or Porto. Please contact us below if you have any questions about how to get to us or want to book a private shuttle.
Join the affordable and immersive yoga teacher training program in Portugal. Set in the middle of nature at a sustainable venue, we study in a small group to provide the most nurturing and safe learning environment.
Besides the vastness of nature around you, you will be nourished by nature’s fruits with plant-based garden to table meals and fresh, clear spring water.
Unique benefits of the holistic 200hrs yoga teacher training in Portugal
*Get to know your trainers early. We offer free online classes with the lead trainers and free introduction calls. Further, from the moment you apply, you will be assigned one of our qualified trainers as your mentor, to provide the best learning environment for you.
*Your teacher trainers, are available to answer any of your questions and address any concerns throughout your program and afterwards as you embark on your journey as a Yoga Teacher. We value community and are there for you.
*Our student to teacher trainer ratio is kept low, which keeps things intimate and personal allowing us to help you grow individually.
*Every aspect of your training incorporates some portion of the curriculum, we not only study yoga, but we also live it.
*The course is RYS200 Yoga Alliance certified.
*You will begin practicing teaching within the first days of your Yoga Teacher Training, so that by the end of the 200h Yoga Teacher Course you will feel confident in holding space and guiding a class. You’ll even be given the option to teach a “real class” to a group other than your peers if you feel comfortable doing so.
*Our training uses a written evaluation as well as a practicum (an evaluated practice class), so that you will know where your strengths lie and where you can focus on development.
*We have guest teachers that come and teach on certain topics they specialize in or are extra knowledgeable about as part of the training.
*You will receive discounts of 10% on yoga retreats and future trainings at Cara Creek Eco Lodge.
*You will have our support, and be added to an online community with new and experienced Yoga Teachers to support you on your journey long after our training is complete.






Yoga Teacher Course Curriculum includes
*History of Yoga
*Yoga Philosophy
*Bhagavad Gita study: Chapters 1 and 2
*Teaching Methodology and Sequencing
*Anatomy and Functional Movement (Your Anatomy teacher is a licenced nurse)
*Assisting and Adjusting of Yoga poses
*Asana study of 40+ postures
*Teaching Practice
*Trauma Sensitive Teaching Principles
*Lifestyle and Ethics of Yoga Teachers
*Personal Development
*Personal Practice
*Meditation
*Pranayama
*Ayurveda
*Introductory Workshops in: Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and Yoga Nidra
*Kirtan and Mantras
*Chakras
*Kriyas
*Bandhas
*Drishti
*Mudras
*Styles of Yoga
*Practicum Teaching
*Discussion Sessions and Support Hours
*Business of Yoga Workshop
*Final assessments (written and practice class)
*Opportunity to teach “real classes” to the community



Your passionate and qualified Yoga Teacher Trainers and Mentors at Off Grid Yoga School

Ashley Murray
E-RYT 500 & Yoga Teacher Trainer and Founder of Cara Creek Eco Lodge
Ashley is eternally grateful to live, practice and teach this beautiful practice called Yoga surrounded by the magic of living in such close proximity to nature at Cara Creek Eco Lodge. For over 15 years she has found a sense of peace and healing through her Yoga Practice, as well as a means to manage her anxiety, depression and the overall highs and lows of life. Ashley’s intention is to hold space and provide guidance for our students to connect more deeply and more compassionately with themselves. She believes that this deepened compassionate connection to self leads to a more full and meaningful life and resonates out to those they come into contact with to spread peace and wellness in our world. Yoga has allowed her to be a student for life, which she loves! Ashley continues to develop her own practice and grows thanks to her insightful yoga teacher colleagues, and her lovely yoga students.

Julia Grässer
E-RYT 500, YACEP & Yoga Teacher and Breathwork Facilitator
Julia lives a yogic life and is passionate about introducing people to teach yoga. She believes the techniques offered by yoga can help everyone to lead a happy and healthier life – most yoga happens off the mat – let us bring it to the world. She studied yoga in Thailand (Yin, Meditation), South Africa (Hatha, Yoga Nidra), Guatemala (Ashtanga Vinyasa, Pranayama), Italy (Tantra, Shamanism), Greece (Breathwork) and holds 1,100+ hrs of certified training with the yoga alliance E-RYT 500 and YACEP (Yoga Alliance Continued Education Provider) registration. She is experienced in holding space and facilitating yoga teacher training and has taught more than 2,300hrs of yoga over the last years.
Price for your Yoga Alliance certified
Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training at
Off Grid Yoga School
*Program tuition incl. pre-work, program manuals, a journal, and a tote bag
*Your choice of private comfortabel accommodation at the sustainable Cara Creek Eco Lodge
*2 plant-based garden to table meals per day, non-alcoholic drinks and snacks (yes, we do serve coffee 😉 and we can cater for Gluten Free too)
*A 30 minutes holistic treatment of your choice on day 11 (your only “day off” during the training) – massage, Reiki, reflexology, Indian head massage. You can pay a bit to have a longer treatment. Only applies to students staying for the full 21 days course.
*Free laundry sevice.
*Free pick-up from Oliveira do Hospital or Carregal do Sal.
*Free online yoga with Julia one month before and after the training (value €110).
*The stunning facilities include: a natural swimming pool, wood fired hot tub and sauna, private river beach and wild swimming creek, paddle boards for use, and clay mud bath.
*Nature, nature and more nature.
*Personal mentoring before, during and up to 8 weeks after your training. After that you can book a support hour for a discounted price of €60 (online).
*Investment: €3,333 for 200hrs and €1,669 for one 100hrs module. At registration only a deposit of €500/250 has to be paid.
*Optional add-on: Discounted Personal Photo-Shoot with experienced yoga photographer during week 3 of the 21 days course.
We run the training with minimum 6 participants. We keep you posted on the sign-ups and of course you get a full refund if the training does not take place.



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