Yin/Yang Yoga Teacher Training

Living on Nusa Lembongan for the month of my yoga teacher training was a dream. The island is a calm oasis away from the busier Bali hotspots and you are spoilt with things to do. I liked being able to spend downtime exploring the island, learning how to surf and taking in the beautiful natural environment. The best part for me was the yoga shala, which opens out onto the beach. I loved practicing to the soothing sound of the waves. The island's calming energy was a really good environment for learning; it helps to create space in the mind and better focus.

All Yoga have really found the perfect spot for their teacher training. I loved Nusa Lembongan's mellow vibe and super friendly locals, not to mention jaw-dropping sunsets. The biggest surprise I had when I arrived was the vast choice of healthy, eco-conscious and affordable cafes and restaurants around. Whether we craved authentic, local cuisine or simple, nutritious dishes, we really were spoilt for choice! I was happy to find that my tricky dietary requirements were the least of my worries, and I was able to fuel my body with nourishing and varied food throughout the entire course.

Knowing that the teacher training course would be situated right on the beach, away from the hectic mainland was something that really appealed to me. And I wasn't disappointed - the island is a true paradise. I enjoyed heading down the beach to the Shala in early in the mornings with no one else around and learning about meditation with waves rolling in just meters away. With a lot of information to take on board, it was great to be able to get alone time at a secluded spot on the beach, at cozy cafes or at my favorite massage spa.

The moment you arrive in Nusa Lembongan you feel like you're in paradise. Turquoise blue waters, white sandy beaches and the yoga shala right on the beach; I can't think of a better place to practice yoga! I stayed in one of the guesthouses right behind the shala run by the sweetest local family, highly recommend it! What I love about Lembongan too, there's so many healthy cafes and restaurants to choose from. Perfect to explore different places throughout the training. During the days off there's plenty of activity options, such as surfing, diving, island hopping or just a relaxing massage. I'm in love with this island!

The overall Teacher Training was everything I could have dreamed and more. I learned so much, have made friends for life and it really is just the start of my yoga journey. The Vinyasa part was so creative. Really unlike any Vinyasa classes I’ve experienced at home. It gave me the opportunity to get creative with sequencing and have fun and not take it too seriously. I loved about the Yin part that I could connect with the emotional side of Yin, as that was something I haven’t experienced before and was a really great foundation. I didn’t expect to have such a strong connection with the other students and the teachers as well. Annie and Aaron created such an amazing space for all of us to grow and connect with each other while still have the space to connect to ourselves. If you consider doing the training, just do it! I don’t think there is a single one of us who has regretted it. We all have had such a positive experience in an amazing learning environment.

Honestly I loved every minute of the training. The community of people were amazing, our instructors were incredible and I just couldn’t recommend it more. I loved about the Vinyasa part to being challenged creatively as I haven’t experienced that in yoga in the past. The physical and creative challenge was something I really appreciated and loved. I loved about the Yin the aspect of considering what the group is feeling in an intuitive sense, walking into the room and building a sequence around what people need and going through and helping to create a meaningful time for them. I was pleasantly surprised about the strong connection we all had and also overall I didn’t know I could physically do it. If you join the training you will never regret it. You only regret things you don’t do. Yes it’s far, it’s a long time to be away from the family, it’s expensive, but it was worth every second. I would do it all over again. Just do it, jump in!

I found the Yin/Yang Teacher Training magical and overall filling of the heart. I thought the Vinyasa part was challenging, especially having a 2 hours class per day, as most people aren’t accustomed to that. But the part what I really enjoyed was having a daily peak pose. Aaron is an arm balancing master, learning from him was very special. I had never done Yin Yoga before, but learning how to lead a Yin practice and owning a space was very special. I loved the gift of giving a space for people to reflect, to practice and ultimately giving them an opportunity to be with themselves. The most rewarding and amazing part of this journey has been the other people in this course and the two teachers I met here at Vikasa. If you consider taking the training, come in with an open mind and open heart. There is a lot to learn, a lot to do, and a lot to get to know. Come in, be ready to absorb the energy from other people which is overflowing.

I found the training extremely fulfilling, emotionally, spiritually and physically, thanks to Aaron and Annie. Thanks to Aaron helping me with my arm balances and finally get into head stand. I loved the aspect of the emotional side of Yin, that was something I had never experienced before. Annie really opened a door for me. I didn’t expect the depth of the all the relationships I made with the group of women I was here with and the emotional break throughs I had. If you think of doing this teacher training, follow your intuition and just do it! It’s worth every moment and every dollar you spend on it.

The training exceeded all my expectations and it was so expiring to meet so many new people. I’m very grateful that our paths crossed her in Koh Samui. Standing on the mat every morning required a lot of motivation, but once we were through Sun A 2 times, I felt a lot better. It was very uplifting and a challenge every day. I loved to hold space in Yin and be able to listen and have the time to reflect and release things I’ve been processing for quite a while. I loved the collective energy which has been building up over the 3 weeks with all the people around us. If you are doubting that this is the right training for you, I highly recommend to reach out to one of us graduates. We are happy to help with anything. Don’t be shy, jump into the challenge and get out of your box as that’s how you grow.

The training was amazing, a lot of fun and a great life experience. I loved Aaron’s challenging classes but also the creativity of the flow and transitions. I enjoyed the TCM and the emotional aspect of Yin a lot. It goes way more in depth than a physical practice. I was pleasantly surprised how collective the environment and the group was and how Annie and Aaron brought us all together. If you do the training, you won’t regret it, sign up now!