Trauma Informed 200 hr Yoga Teacher Training in Guatemala
The SoulWork™ experience.
SoulWork™ meets and exceeds the standards of the international governing body, The Yoga Alliance.
We are registered to offer certification in the 200 hr, 300 hr, Children’s + Prenatal Specialty focus areas.
We have trained over 3,000+ teachers.
Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to teach yoga internationally.
Upcoming Program
March 16 - 31, 2025
Must complete Virtual Modules before arriving
All programs are hosted at Lake Atitlan in Guatemala.
The closest airport is Guatemala City (code GUA).
Group airport transport is included.
Our Shared Values
Reverence
We ask that each participant that enters the Forest reflect on the reality that they are entering a whole new ecosystem that might feel foreign to them. We have a hard working, indigenous Maya team that is dedicated to giving you the best experience possible, while also tending to their families and dealing with the unique complexities that come with living in a developing country. Please show your utmost gratitude to them for putting their heart and soul into the service they provide, and be sensitive to the requests that you make.
We ask that you be humbly curious, accepting and espectful of the culture unto which you are a guest, including the aspects that might challenge your comfort zones. We lovingly suggest utilizing the mindfulness practices of deep listening and witnessing as the ideal tools to learn how to navigate and interact with our workers and the people of Guatemala.
Relationship
We want you to be aware of the sacredness of the land that you tread. The land of the Forest has been guardianed and tended to by the Maya people for over 30k years. It is the ancient power of this reciprocal relationship, of mutual care and of holy benevolence which permeates and graciously holds you in your healing and transformation.
We therefore encourage you to give back in all the ways that you can, whether it’s a physical offering to the land, a song, a prayer, or anything that brings you into direct relationship with the grounding beauty that it provides. We ask that you reduce your footprint with eco-friendly products and leave spaces even cleaner and brighter than when you first entered.
We are also interested in developing relationships with YOU, and we want our connection to be long-lasting and have our gathering space be somewhere that you continue to come back to.
Reciprocity
The Forest thrives on reciprocity of energy and connection. We hope that there is a reciprocal relationship between what the land, the culture and the people can provide for you and your group, and what you can also give back to them.
We hope that you feel the generosity of our staff and this space and that you are able to reciprocate through sincere words, financial support via your partcipation in this training, physical offerings, or simply with a heartfelt smile. We ask that you take the time to slow down and feel the impact that you have on the Forest and the impact that your time at the Forest has on you and your group.
SoulWork™ is the journey…
…from deep Spiritual Inquiry to empowered Social Leadership. Our work + vision is to connect Facilitators, Guides, Leaders, Care providers, Educators, and those devoted to service through our leadership platform + initiatives.
Our work is support you in becoming even better at what you do. With our Trauma Informed community of leaders around the world; we are committed to aligning experiential + evidence based results with spiritual evolution + human healing.
Program Modules
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Fundamental Yoga Techniques
You will learn how to safely and effectively cue asana (postures) in proper biomechanical alignment to serve the physical and energetic health of a student. In this way, your students will reap the benefits of your additional training, allowing you to share your gifts in a powerful way.
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Yoga Teacher Methodology
After completing this program, you will have the skills needed to teach a variety of student types. You’ll know how to properly sequence a vinyasa-based class with confidence; effectively hold space for personal transformation; and speak to a variety of learning styles for optimal growth.
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Yoga Philosophy for Modern Living
Diving into the Yoga Sutras and the Bhagavad Gita for ancient wisdom on modern living; understanding the 8 Limbed (Ashtanga) path of yoga as a method leading to immersion into the God state in this life; explore the power of meditation in uncovering clarity and peace.
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Anatomy + Physiology
Explore the major muscles of the physical yoga practice, systems of the body, and hormone balance from a Western perspective; dive into Yoga's sister science of Ayurveda to understand your unique body composition and the role of the 5 elements in your overall health; discover the Chakras, Koshas, Nadis and other elements of Yogic Anatomy and how to restore health in these subtle energetic systems with the practical tools of yoga.
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Conscious Business
With refreshingly concrete insights, you’ll develop confidence on how to move forward professionally into the Conscious Art of the Hustle; strategize with other New Paradigm leaders on ideas for starting or expanding your Conscious Business endeavor; dive into what it means to be a New Paradigm Entrepreneur / Conscious Activist in the age of the Internet; learn Online Marketing Strategies, and what it means to have a Sales Funnel; and how to use Content Marketing.
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Trauma Informed Facilitation
Gain a deeper understanding of what trauma is and the impact it holds physically, emotionally and spiritually. Understand the layers of being (physical, energetic, mental / emotional, intuitive, and bliss bodies) and how to support the balance of the system through holistic space holding.
tuition
There are 3 tiers of Accommodation
Pay in Full Pricing:
4 to a Room $3800 (only 4 available)
2 to a Room $4400
Private Room $5400
Payment Plan Options Available
Limited to 24 students
This program is designed for loving souls seeking a unique, rustic, cultural immersion for their 200 hr YTT experience.
Who is this for?
SoulWork’s cirriculum is designed for students passionate about the beauty of diversity, importance of inclusivity, and those who are curious about the relationship between the yoga practice and Social Justice.
This is for students who sincerely desire to answer the call of their heart and develop a lifelong, in-depth yoga practice that they can share with the world.
Purify your mind, body, and spirit with a conscious yoga community. And receive a comprehensive base of knowledge for a successful future in teaching yoga and in life.
Student love…
“You simply can’t go wrong with any of SoulWork’s offerings, they’re so nourishing to the soul. I have been searching for an authentic meditation program for awhile. Something that’s from a lineage that has roots which is actually more rare than you would assume. This was it! I feel confident and proud about sharing this medicine with others.”
- Dusah
“This training experience is transformational to my practice. If all my trainings, this has been the most direct line to my heart. I feel lighter than I ever have, I feel more joy than I ever have and I feel more connected than I ever have. Bliss abounds!”
— Bea
“I have participated in several training with Soulwork and I loved them all. This course very very grounded and the knowledge was transmitted in a beautiful, loving and super clear way that was easy to understand and practice. The portion on how to teach these techniques to others was really well structured, clear and concise but also very complete and easy to understand. I will most certainly do another course with Soulwork.”
— Piroska
“I feel very fortunate to have an expanding awareness of breathwork and meditation. This certification course has taught me so much about my body and how the breath can lead us even deeper into meditation. My Soul is so ready to share these teachings with others. I honor those who have brought forth these teachings to the west. I'm filled with air, and gratitude 💞 I highly recommend this training for all who are passionate about growing their knowledge in pranayam and exploring the endless benefits of the breath & meditation!”
— Viviana
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Create More Business Opportunities As A Yoga Teacher.
During this program, you will explore the principles of yoga – which you can then share with your students. With renewed confidence and clarity, you will have more to offer to private clients, yoga studios and global retreats. You will learn what steps you can take to grow your income + impact as a yoga teacher with SoulWork™ Founder, Adi Shakti.
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Connect With Other SoulWorkers In A Nurturing Conscious Community
All of the people who participate in this program come from different walks of life, but they share one thing in common: a desire to spread warmth and kindness and connect with others in a real, human way. This is your opportunity to fully immerse yourself in spiritual family and reinvigorate your spirit. This is a safe, sacred place for you – where you can move towards the work of healing your soul and being fully seen in your potential for leadership + space holding. This program provides the container to gain clarity about your life – where you come from, and where you are going.
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Become A Trauma Informed Teacher
In addition to yoga training (where you will learn advanced yoga techniques), you’ll also receive training in Trauma Informed facilitation. This training is an integrative framework for understanding how trauma and chronic stress impact the body and mind.
We focus on brain science, trauma theory, yoga, mindfulness, somatic practices, and meditation - and how this wisdom can support us in cultivating more inner resilience and peace.
Meet Your Teachers
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Adi Shakti
Adi Shakti helps Spiritual Leaders passionate about Social Justice fine tune their skills in facilitation so that they can better serve vulnerable communities with integrity and impact.
She is the founder of SoulWork™, and she has trained 1,000+ yoga teachers in the 200 hr, 300 hr, Prenatal, Conscious Business Leadership + Trauma Informed professional focus areas. She has led retreats focusing on humanitarian efforts in India, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Thailand, Cambodia, Guatemala, and beyond.
She is the Host of the SoulWork™ Podcast, Executive Producer of SoulWork™: the Film, co-founder of the SoulWork™ Jungle Ashram in Costa Rica, and Executive Director of Shakti Seva Inc. - the nonprofit extension of SoulWork™.
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Sharon Brenes
Sharon Brenes is the Founder of Karuna Tribu (a yoga studio in San Jose, Costa Rica), Director of Shakti Seva (the non-profit extension of SoulWork™), and Senior Teacher for SoulWork™ programming. She started her yoga practice in 2008 and started her training path as a Yoga teacher in 2015.
She has focused on the study and practice of traditional yoga, and in 2019 she made her first trip to India, learning directly from teachers of the Hatha, Vinyasa, Iyengar and Akhanda traditions. She creates safe and powerful spaces for self-observation and transformation in the classes she facilitates.
COMMUNITY. ACCOUNTABILITY. SISTERHOOD.
Our human condition can be very challenging. As caregivers especially - finding our voice, our power, our courage - can be a confusing dance between heartbreak and healing.
The more we get into this work, the more we see the “stories” repeat themselves. We all have similar pains, struggles, fears, doubts, so we do the work of the soul to share our internal dialogue and come together in a sacred brotherhood to share the truth enshrined in our hearts.
This, is what we strive to offer. An opportunity for seekers to come together and be heard, seen and felt, and then have the courage to break the chains of old and limiting ideas or ways of being. Awakening to a new confidence, a new power, a new clarity in our role in healing our families and our world.
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
admissions@soulwork.com