DOHA - QATAR
200hr Vinyasa Teacher Training
Leave behind your previous life, open your mind to new possibilities
Yoga Union Bali takes roots in Doha!
November 19 – December 11, 2023
Why Doha?
It is time to turn our imagination into reality.
We will bring you into a remarkable experience of a self – discovery journey in one of Qatar’s first leisure destinations. Experience the Qatar’s uniqueness of neighbourhoods which boast waterfront views, sandy beaches, retail, exhibition spaces and eateries, reflecting the rich diversity of this compact state.
HIGHLIGHTS
All inclusive packages – from €3650
22 nights stay/ 6 days per week training/3 meals per day
Course, materials, lessons and exams in English language
Maximum participants 25
YogaAlliance certification
THE EXPERIENCE
THE COURSE
Our 200hr course specialises in Vinyasa Ashtanga Yoga, with a strong focus on the Asana practice.
WITH A FOCUS ON
- We help you to build the solid practice
- Building your confidence, skills and profound knowledge
- Comprehensive understanding of Vinyasa based on Ashtanga practice
- Asana analysis & adjustment theory
- Deep understanding of Pranayama and Meditation practice – Chanting
- Afternoon workshops and practicing of various style of yoga such as Yin, Restorative Yoga and Hatha.
- Methodology, theory, philosophy and anatomy/physiology
- Insights into basic Ayurveda, nutrition, healing, rejuvenation in relation to yoga practice
- We train you to be the best yoga teachers
- The business aspect of yoga
YOU CAN EXPECT
Daily, mornings will begin with an hour of pranayama, meditation and mantra chanting, followed by a Vinyasa flow class.
Late mornings are focused on deep learning of asanas with an emphasis on alignment, adjustments & teaching methodology. You will dive into the theoretical part of Asanas, early afternoons you will study Yoga Philosophy or Anatomy (alternating days).
The afternoon lessons will be focused on restorative styles of yoga such as Yin, Hatha & Nidra and specialized workshops.
Far from the traditional approach, we maintain a very high standard of teaching whilst making our classes extremely fun and interactive.
From day one, you will start teaching a few minutes of Vinyasa lesson that will help you to have the confidence to teach a lesson at the end of your course.
You will have 1 day off every week, usually Sundays where you get to relax or enjoy the surroundings.
DAILY SCHEDULE EXAMPLE
| 07:00 – 08:00 | PRANAYAMA |
| 08:00 – 9:30 | VINYASA |
| 10:00 – 11:00 | BREAKFAST |
| 11:30 – 13:30 | ALIGNMENT |
| 13:30 – 15:00 | LUNCH |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | ANATOMY / PHILOSOPHY |
| 16:45 – 18:15 | WORKSWHOP / AFTERNOON CLASSES |
| 19:00 | DINNER |
LOCATION
Doha is Qatar’s ultramodern capital city. It is home to approximately 1.19 million people from all over the world. It’s the country’s fastest-growing city and its business centre, underwent a complete economic transformation and became a modern and prosperous city. Known for its exemplary hospitality, exquisite cuisine, unique shopping experiences and traditional souqs, along with a plethora of adventures and activities.
ACCOMMODATION
Sealine Beach Resort, A Murwab Resort
You will experience your best three weeks at Sealine Beach A Murwab Resort one of our amazing venues in Doha, Qatar.
Sealine Beach offers a unique royal experience which ensures the best unforgettable memories you will carry forever together with your spiritual journey inwards.
The 5-star gem of Doha, adopts the tranquility and glamor of the natural landscape and offers an experience that touches all senses. The noble luxury, the feeling of privacy and the discreet and warm hospitality of the staff, make the visitor the focus of attention and create a sense of a personalized stay.
Rising majestically from the sands, where the waves meet the dunes, lies SEALINE BEACH RESORT, a haven of comfort, luxury, and diversity. Qatar’s first leisure destination, Sealine Beach Resort, A Murwab Resort, is the perfect place to get away from the thriving urban life, reachable within 1 hour drive (55km) from the only airport, Hamad International Airport.
YogaUnionBali has partnered with Sealine Beach Resort, A Murwab Resort to supply the best nutrition for our participants. The students will follow the yogic diet consisting of vegetarian, plant-based foods.
Sealine Beach Resort holds an excellent team of Health Food Chefs who are here to make your stay unforgettable by offering you some of the best tastes Doha has to give – bringing the best local, organic products, fruits, and superfoods, while creating a balanced menu. The well known Mediterranean diet with extraordinary combination of Yogic diet, that will make you keep wanting to go back to Doha again and again.
NUTRITION
THINGS TO DO
An unmatched resort destination for sun seekers and adventure lovers, Sealine Beach, A Murwab Resort, offers an eco-friendly destination that is as exhilarating as it is tranquil and relaxing.
Fill your free time by scheduling activities with us such as:
(Free of Charge)
- Private Beach
- Swimming Pool
- Beach Volleyball
- Basketball Courts
- Tennis Courts
(With extra payment)
- Jet Ski
- Kayaking
- Stand Up Paddle
- Underwater Scooter
- Dune Bashing & Desert Safari
- Quad Biking
ARE YOU READY TO ESCAPE STRESS AND WORRIES AND FOCUS ON YOURSELF?
JOIN US IN BEAUTIFUL DOHA!
shared triple room
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Accommodation for duration of the course (23 Days)
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3 meals a day, 6 days a week (excluding Sundays - day off )
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Tuition fees
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Course material
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Yoga Alliance diploma
shared double room
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Accommodation for duration of the course (23 Days)
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3 meals a day, 6 days a week (excluding Sundays - day off )
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Tuition fees
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Course material
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Yoga Alliance diploma
PRIVATE room
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Accommodation for duration of the course (23 Days)
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3 meals a day, 6 days a week (excluding Sundays - day off )
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Tuition fees
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Course material
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Yoga Alliance diploma
Book your spot now by completing the form below and our team will reply shortly with your payment link and booking details!
COMPLETION
Teaching
As part of your final examination, you will be required to deliver a 30 minutes Vinyasa flow class to your fellow yogis.
Written examination
The course will end with a 3 hour written examination focused on Asana analysis, philosophy & anatomy.
DIPLOMA
Successful graduates of the course receive an internationally recognized certification by the Yoga Alliance for the 200 hours standard for Registered Yoga Schools (RYS).
Our Curriculum
In more detail…
Prana – breath, Yama – control – in accordance with the great yogis, breath equals to energy flow.
Every morning will begin with pranayama classes, where you will have the chance to get grounded, look inwards and set intention and energy for the day ahead. You will practice your breath and gain conscious awareness of your body.
In this class you will learn and practice:
- Yogic breathing
- Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing)
- Bhramari (humming bee breath)
- Ujjayi (the psychic or victorious breath)
- Bhastrika (bellows breath)
- Kapalbhati (frontal brain cleansing breath)
Our approach to the traditional style of Vinyasa & Ashtanga, enhanced and refined with the newfound knowledge and information we are blessed to have learnt from years of exploration and practice. This class focuses on analysing and dissecting basic & advanced postures. You’ll learn the correct alignment based on the traditional approach and in line with body mechanics, understand how to offer hands-on adjustments and how to structure them in a Vinyasa class. The teachers will always be present in your practice, observing and providing feedback.
In this class you will learn:
- Analysis of the 80 postures and more (arm balances, back-bends, and inversions.
- Modifications, other variations, and advanced variation of all postures.
- How to use yoga props in your yoga practice.
- Adjustment (physical & verbal) theory and hands-on practice.
You will take a deep dive into the understanding of the human body in today’s modern world, with a focus on the nervous, skeletal and muscular system. You will gain a deep understanding of how these systems work in harmony to create movement and gain the ability to articulate this through your yoga practice, teaching and everyday life.
This class is delivered in a conversational setting. Over the years, we have been able to master the delivery of complex concepts in a fun, interactive and intuitive way.
In this class you will learn and discuss:
- Introduction to Anatomy and different body systems
- Analysis of the skeletal system & connective tissue, muscular system and the nervous system
- Movement analysis of all major joints and muscles and direct application to yoga practice & asanas
We will travel back in time to India and dive deep into the origins of yoga and how it reached today’s modern form. Focusing on philosophical concepts, you will learn how to adapt and apply them to our modern lives. These lessons are held in a conversational format, which enables students to actively engage and explore meanings through their own vision and stories.
In this class you will learn and discuss:
- History and meaning of yoga
- The eight-limb path of yoga according to Patanjali
- Prana, Vayus, Nadis, Chakras, Kundalini
- The Gunas, Doshas, Introduction to a yogic diet
- Mudras, Bandhas (energy locks) and Mantras
- The meaning of Om
- Lifestyle and ethics as a yoga practitioner and a teacher
We believe that you begin teaching from the moment you enter our shala. We aim for the lessons to be confidence-building and progressive. You’ll start with one-to-one lessons and gradually moving to bigger groups of students, eventually, you delivering a 30 minutes class to your fellow yogis. Through regular feedback by teachers and fellow students, you will have a chance to improve as you go along and about finding your unique voice and style as a teacher.
In this class you will learn and practice:
- Yoga Union Vinyasa structure & principles
- Practice teaching & receiving feedback
- Observing others teaching & giving feedback
- Learn & practice hands-on adjustment
- Instruction, teaching styles, and qualities of a teacher
- Voice projection and floor presence
- Planning and structuring a class
- Dealing with injuries and safety precautions
The afternoon classes will serve to introduce the students to various styles of yoga, in addition to core course specification. Alternating, you will take part in restorative practice and themed workshops.
RESTORATIVE
To compliment your morning dynamic Yang practice, the afternoons will focus on Yin practice. The classes will feature Yin yoga, Yoga Nidra, Restorative, Gentle Hatha.
WORKSHOPS
Asana-related, these workshops will cover handstands, hip openers, fun modules like partner yoga and spiritual immersions such as cacao ceremonies, ecstatic dance, eye gazing and bhakti.