TRADITIONAL Ashtanga Teacher Training
200 HOURS in South Italy
2026
APRIL TO OCTOBER 2026
3 MODULES
Affordable tution
PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE
LIMITED SPOTS
200-Hour International Certification with YOGA ALLIANCE
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Tapah Svādhyāya Īśvara Pranidhānāni
We are looking for dedicated practitioners willing to give the best from themselves
- LEARN VARIATIONS OF ADVANCED POSTURES
- SPIRITUAL INFORMED
- ON-DEMAND VIDEO LIBRARY
- WORKING WITH DIFFICULT BODY TYPES
A TYPICAL WEEK DURING THE TEACHER TRAINING
FIRST SATURDAY ARRIVAL DAY
18:00 – 19:30 Dinner
SUNDAY TO FRIDAY
08:00 – 10:00 Led Class or Assisted Mysore Practice
10:00 – 11:00 Break
11:00 – 13:00 Theory and Techniques
13:00 – 14:00 Break
15:00 – 17:00 Theory and Techniques
17:00 – 18:00 Individual or group work
WEDNESDAY
08:00 – 10:00 Led Class or Assisted Mysore Practice
FREE REST OF THE DAY
LAST SATURDAY DEPARTURE DAY
08:00 – 10:00 Led Class or Assisted Mysore Practice
10:00 – 11:00 Light Breakfast
EXPECT TO SPEND TIME STUDYING BETWEEN THE ENCOUNTERS IWTH ON-DEMAND MATERIAL, LITTERATURE TO READ AND PRACTICE WHAT WE LEARN
WE WILL COVER ALL OF THE ASANAS OF THE PRIMARY SERIES
AND ALSO AN IN-DEPTH PROGRAMME ON HOW TO WORK WITH MODIFICATIONS FOR DIFFICULT BODIES
We believe that yoga is for everyone therefore our
High Quality Teacher Trainings
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than most teacher trainings in the market
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Early Bird
ONE PAYMENT-
Until January 1st 2026
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After January 1st 1500€
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Includes a month of Yoga in Barcelona
ELEVATE YOUR PRACTICE
WHAT'S INCLUDED
192 hours in person Tuition
EXTENSIVE ONLINE LIBRARY
ON-DEMAND COURSES
A PLACE TO THRIVE
WHAT'S not INCLUDED
Plant Based food
private or shared rooms
YOGA ANatomy course
THE BEAUTIFUL VENUE
AGRICOLA SAMADHI (YIS)
YOGA
THE SHALA
ORGANIC FOOD
ORGANIC FOOD
LOCATION
HOW TO ARRIVE
A PLACE TO THRIVE
A PLACE TO THRIVE
TIME TO REST
TIME TO REST
YOUR TEACHERS
Santiago has been practicing Ashtanga since the year 2001. He is a certified Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, trained by the Union Yoga Training UK and John Scott Yoga School.
Santiago established one of the city’s first dedicated Ashtanga schools in 2011.
He holds yearly teacher trainings since 2021 and is a Yoga Alliance 500 hour Teacher.
After transitioning from a career in the TV and film industry 20 years ago, Santiago found his passion for wellbeing, training in Ashtanga Yoga and body alignment techniques working as a Rolfer.
He studied at the International School of Structural Integration in São Paulo under the guidance of Nilce Silveira, mastering the Ida Rolf Method© of Structural Integration.
Santiago maintains his artistic roots through collaborative work with renowned Yoga teacher Andrew Eppler at the annual Mysore Yoga Conference, where his dual passions for film, photography, and yoga converge.
SANTIAGO PINTO
Kiki began her yoga studies in 1983 as a University student in theater and dance at New York University.
Living in Downtown New York as a young theater artist and dancer, she studied and then taught at Jivamukti Yoga. In 1993, she first studied AshtangaYoga with Pattabhi Jois at Jivamukti.
In 1995 she began the first of numerous visits to Mysore, India to study Ashtanga Yoga. Under the directive of her teacher Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, she pursued Sanskrit chanting and began her studies with Dr. M.A. Jayashree of Mysore in 1998.
Kiki has produced and recorded several Sanskrit chanting CDs with Dr. Jayashree and supported the growth of Jayashree’s Sanskrit institute and global teaching.
She continues her studies with Jayashree today. Kiki has taught Ashtanga yoga, Sanskrit chanting, and wellness workshops throughout the world.
She has also specialized in therapeutic yoga for communities with spinal cord injury and MS, as well as taught many creative artists including Oscar and Grammy award winners. In 1996 Kiki opened an Ashtanga Yoga school in Los Angeles where she taught a Mysore program for 10 years.
KIKI FLYNN
SUTRA CHANTING
Santiago has been practicing Ashtanga since the year 2001. He is a certified Ashtanga Yoga master, trained by the Union Yoga Training UK and John Scott Yoga School.
He established on of the first Ashtanga School in Barcelona back in 2001.
He holds yearly teacher trainings since 2021.
Having lived in seven different countries and speaking seven languages, Santiago’s diverse background shapes his approach to teaching and meeting people from different cultures.
After transitioning from a career in the TV and film industry 20 years ago, Santiago found his passion for wellbeing, training in Ashtanga Yoga and body alignment techniques.
He studied at the International School of Structural Integration in São Paulo under the guidance of Nilce Silveira, mastering the Ida Rolf Method© of Structural Integration.
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FAQ
What is included in the 200-hour Ashtanga Teacher Training?
- Comprehensive Ashtanga yoga methodology and philosophy
- Traditional practice techniques and adjustments
- Anatomy and physiology for yoga teachers
- Teaching methodology and class sequencing
- Pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation
- Yoga philosophy and history
Where does the training take place?
- Salento Yoga Retreat, Italy
- Beautiful location in the heart of Salento region
- Dedicated yoga spaces for practice and learning
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Are food and accommodation included?
- Food and accommodation are NOT included in the training fee
- Upon request, we will provide all necessary information for accommodations at Agricola Samadhi
What are the training dates for 2026?
- The training is divided into 3 separate encounters:
- Module 1: April 4th – 11th, 2026 (8 days)
- Module 2: June 13th – 20th, 2026 (8 days)
- Module 3: October 10th – 24th, 2026 (15 days)
Do I need to attend all three modules?
- Yes, all three modules are required to complete the 200-hour certification
- Each module builds upon the previous one
- 90% attendance is mandatory for certification
What level of experience is required?
- Dedicated practitioners with consistent Ashtanga practice
- Minimum 1-2 years of regular yoga practice recommended
- Basic knowledge of Ashtanga Primary Series preferred (up to Navasana)
- Commitment to personal practice and growth
: What will I receive upon completion?
- 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate
- Ongoing mentorship and support
- Qualification to teach Ashtanga yoga classes
Is there a payment plan available?
- Payment options and plans available upon inquiry
- Early bird discounts may apply
- Contact us for specific payment arrangements