Yin Yoga 50hr Teacher Training Costa Rica

Yin Yoga
50hr Teacher Training

February 23th - March 1st, 2025

Deepen Your Yin Yoga Practice & Become a Yoga Alliance Certified Yin Yoga Teacher

Are you ready to deepen your Yin Yoga practice, dive into the ancient world of Traditional Chinese Medicine and gain the tools to guide others through this powerful, meditative practice?

Maybe you want to offer your students a more restorative, nurturing yoga style that calms the nervous systems and allows for deep rest & healing?

Join us for a 50-hour Yoga Alliance-certified Yin Yoga Teacher Training in the serene jungle of Costa Rica.

Designed for yoga teachers and dedicated practitioners, this training will expand your knowledge of Yin Yoga, ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine, exploring functional anatomy, energetic pathways, and the philosophy behind this deeply restorative practice.

Train in Paradise – Immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s lush nature
Yin Yoga Education – Master the practice, philosophy, and learn to implement it not only in your practice & teachings but also in daily life
Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Credits – Earn a 50-hour YACEP certification
Supportive Learning Environment – Small group, personalized guidance

Whether you want to teach Yin Yoga or enhance your personal practice, this training will give you a solid foundation in Yin Yoga & TCM principles and the confidence to share them with others.

"Balance is not something you find. It is something you create." Jana Kingsford

Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga is a slow, meditative practice that targets the deep connective tissues—fascia, ligaments, joints, and bones—through long-held, passive postures.

Stored emotions, tensions & stress can be released during this practice while it also supports the process of to breathing through discomfort and staying present in stillness.

Unlike dynamic yoga styles, Yin focuses on surrender, deep relaxation, and energy flow, helping to:

✔️ Improve joint mobility & flexibility
✔️ Reduce stress & promote deep relaxation
✔️ Stimulate the body’s meridian system for energetic balance
✔️ Cultivate mindfulness & inner awareness

In this training, you’ll learn how Yin Yoga complements more active styles and how to intelligently sequence Yin classes and tailor poses based on individual anatomy and energetic needs.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a holistic healing system that views health as a state of balance between body, mind, and spirit. Rooted in thousands of years of wisdom, it works with the natural flow of Qi (life force energy) to restore harmony. TCM integrates acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, and movement practices, all designed to support the body's innate ability to heal.

At the heart of TCM is the meridian system— with 12 main energy channels that run through the body, influencing not only physical health but also emotions and mental clarity. When these meridians are blocked or imbalanced, discomfort, stress, and illness can arise. By learning to work with these energy pathways in our Yin Yoga Training, we can cultivate deeper self-awareness, improve overall health and well-being, and align with the rhythms of nature.

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What you will learn in this training:

This comprehensive 50-hour Yin Yoga & TCM training provides you with the knowledge, skills, and experience to teach Yin Yoga safely and effectively.

Yin Yoga Foundations – Understanding the core principles of Yin Yoga
Yin & Yang Theory – How Yin balances more active (Yang) practices
Functional Anatomy & Skeletal Variations – Learn why every body is unique
Fascia & Connective Tissue – How Yin Yoga affects the body on a deep level
Meridian Theory & Energetics – Explore the Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective
Traditional Chinese Medicine Basics – the five elements, life principles, Qi and much more
The Role of Stillness & Meditation – Deepening the connection to body, breath & mind
Teaching Methodology & Class Sequencing – Gain confidence in guiding others
You’ll also practice teaching Yin Yoga classes, receive feedback, and leave fully prepared to integrate Yin Yoga into your own offerings.

Why train with us:

✔️ Experienced Teacher – Learn from a dedicated Yin Yoga educator with years of practice
✔️ Personalized Guidance – Small group setting for individual attention
✔️ Science & Spirituality – A balanced approach combining anatomy, philosophy, and energetics
✔️ Immersive Experience – A week of focused study in a serene natural setting
✔️ Yoga Alliance Certified – Earn 50-hour YACEP credits

Patricia Grimaldi

Patricia’s path into yoga and healing began over 12 years ago when she discovered Ayurveda at a pivotal crossroads in her life. This awakening led her to immerse herself in the yogic path, continuously exploring truth, self-discovery, and deep healing.

After completing a Hatha Yoga Teacher Training in India, Patricia founded Sapana Yoga in 2015, which later evolved into Shankara Experience when she and her husband relocated to Costa Rica. Her dedication to lifelong learning shows in her extensive training in Yin Yoga, Ayurveda, Qi Gong, Akashic Records, Bhakti Yoga, Transformational Facilitation, Restorative Aerial Yoga, Thai Massage & more, accumulating over 1000 hours of training.

Yin Yoga became a turning point in Patricia’s journey in 2017, offering her a profound understanding of TCM, Qi (life force energy), meridians, and the subtle energetics of the body. This practice became one of her greatest passions—one that she now shares through her trainings, retreats, and teachings, helping others cultivate balance, inner stillness, and deep healing.

"People reside within qi and qi resides within people. From heaven and earth down to the ten thousand things, each one requires qi to live." Ge Hong

What's part of this Training?

6 nights of accommodations
3 daily fresh, healthy, vegan meals
Water & Tea
Daily Yoga & Meditation Classes
All lectures & workshops
A detailed manual
Cacao Ceremony & Ritual
50hr YACEP Certificate
Click here for a Schedule (can differ slightly)

Who Is This Training For?

✔️ Yoga Teachers looking to expand their offerings with Yin Yoga
✔️ Dedicated Practitioners wanting to develop a deeper practice
✔️ Holistic Healers & Bodyworkers interested in energetic & therapeutic yoga applications
✔️ Meditation & Mindfulness Practitioners exploring further dimensions of yoga

This is not a retreat—it’s a professional training designed to give you the knowledge, experience, and certification to confidently share Yin Yoga with others.

This Yin Yoga 50hr Teacher Training takes place in the jungle of Costa Rica surrounded by peace and nature. For more information on the Retreat Center click here.

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Price:

Last minute spots available:

1799 $ per person in single Glamping Tent or Single Room (book here)

1499 $ per person in single Glamping Tipi (book here)

1299 $per person in shared room for 2 or in double Glamping Tent (book here)

The price includes the whole program, accommodation, food/beverages & YACEP certificate. Flights, transfers and travel & health insurance are not included. Transport from and to the airport can be arranged for an extra fee. Spots are limited to 10 participants.

You can find our location & all information on Shankara Retreat Center here.

We are very much looking forward to sharing our path with you!

Love & light,

Patricia

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TESTIMONIALS

"I had the most wonderful experience at Shankara Yoga. The training in general and the curriculum specifically, was very well thought through. We have gained so much knowledge, valuable information, and many tools for ourselves, our everyday life, our own healing journey as well as for the future as Yin Yoga Teachers. One could really feel how much heart and love was put into the structure and whole setup of the Yin training. Our schedule was busy, but it was just the perfect amount of Yoga, Theory, reflection, etc. I am still so thankful that I had the blessing to be part of a wonderful group of like-minded people to go on this special journey. The Retreat Place is nestled in the Jungle, surrounded by trees, rivers, waterfall as well as hummingbirds and blue morphos! The training combined with the whole space and the food, was a truly magical experience in every aspect."

Laura E., Yoga-Pilates Teacher & Influencer

"My YIN Training was just magical. I fell in love with everything: the environment, the food, the trainers and the dog. Patricia and Sonja made such an effort and gave us so much knowledge! It changed my entire style of teaching yoga classes forever! Spending so much time in nature helped me to find more to myself and my feelings again. After this week I was able to get rid of so much old baggage and started all over again! I am so incredibly grateful to have spent this time in Costa Rica and to have met such great and beautiful souls. The only thing that rounded out this week was the most delicious food in the entire world. Thank you so much for this wonderful experience!"

Anne R., Yoga Teacher & Marketing Wizard

Is this retreat for everyone?

Yes and No. This retreat is only for people who are willing to take responsibility for the lives, make some changes and do the transformation.
I have a medical condition or injury, can I join?"

It really depends. Please ask your medical doctor/physician and get in touch with us to see if it is possible for you to attend depending on what your personal condition is.
I do not have any experience in yoga, can I join?"

Yes. If you are eager to learn, if you are able to move, if you are open and want the transformation, then you are welcome to join.
What happens if I have to cancel?

We have a cancelation policy: - If you cancel up to 30 days before the start date you get 90% of your money back - If you cancel up to 15 days before the start date you get 60% of your money back - If you cancel up to 8 days before the start date you get 30% of your money back - If you cancel 8 - 0 days before the start date you get 10% of your money back We recommend you to make a travel & health insurance for this trip as it will make it easier for you in times of Corona craziness ;-)
Will I have to attend all activities on the schedule?

Yes! This is not a pool or beach holiday. This is an Immersion. You are joining because you want change. And change needs commitment. Of course special needs or situations are taking into consideration.
What food will you serve?

The food is plant based & refined sugar free. It is fresh, mostly organic, high quality, not much gluten and as natural as possible. We can cater to most intolerances so let us know beforehand.