200-Hour International Yoga Teacher Training in Quepos, Costa Rica
About the Yoga Teacher Training
The 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training is organized by
Pura Vida Traveling and led by experienced international instructors
Courtney Neid & Ashley Heugatter.
This immersive program covers:
- Yoga asanas, sequencing, and alignment
- Pranayama and meditation techniques
- Yoga philosophy and anatomy
- Teaching methodology and hands-on practice
- Sustainable living and community connection
Upon completion, you’ll be a certified yoga teacher (RYT-200) ready to teach anywhere in the world.
Your home: Villas Jacquelina Treehouse-style Hotel
Guests will find a housing option that will fit their needs and budget at Villas Jacquelina's eco-friendly, treehouse-style villas.
This boutique hotel is nestled amidst stunning mountain landscapes just outside the town of Quepos where you exchange the city noise for the hum of tropical birds and wildlife. There are a variety of room options that can accommodate a variety of needs.
Additionally, all guests will have the option of bunking in the penthouse rooftop apartment (El Palomar) for an incredible overnight experience for any participant who wants to sleep in a protected outdoor setting.
Two Delectable Meals Daily
Included are two delicious and healthy meals per day, prepared by talented chefs using locally sourced, fresh ingredients. All dietary restrictions and varieties can be accounted for. Attendees will savor every moment of their culinary experience. The cost of these meals are built into tuition packages.
Our Captivating Nature Excursions:
Let nature captivate your heart as you embark on guided excursions exploring the wonders of the surrounding landscape and immersing yourself in the beauty of the outdoors. Included with your package are 4 nature excursions that will give participants an unparalleled opportunity to connect with nature and unwind in some of the most surreal landscapes Costa Rica has to offer. Here are the four nature excursions we have planned for your group:
Manuel Antonio National Park tour
Our group will get a guided hiking tour in the morning and make the park our classroom for the afternoon (a $65 value)
This half-day waterfall adventure will take us to 2-3 local waterfalls deep in the Costa Rican jungle. (a $130 value)
Paddleboarding to Playa Beizans
This morning activity will take us from Quepos to one of our favorite local beaches and will give participants a chance to work on their yoga moves from atop a paddleboard. (a $75 value)
Travel into the jungle to one of our favorite eco-lodges where we will do yoga on their incredible riverside yoga deck and play in the beautiful river. This is the perfect backdrop for our closing ceremony and graduation. (a $40 value)
Transportation
Included in your package is round-trip transportation to and from San Jose Airport and Villas Jacquelina. Group transportation is also included for all nature excursions and planned activities.
Upcoming Training Dates
Why Choose Costa Rica for Your Yoga Teacher Training
Costa Rica is a global yoga hotspot — known for its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and pura vida lifestyle.
Training here means waking up to the sounds of toucans, meditating with the sunrise, and learning the philosophy of yoga in a place that naturally inspires mindfulness and peace.
Experience More Than a Certification
Beyond the yoga mat, you’ll discover waterfalls, beaches, wildlife, and authentic Costa Rican culture.
This is not just a training — it’s a personal transformation and a chance to live the pura vida way.Learn more and reserve your spot directly through
Pura Vida Traveling
General
- Introduction to a wide range of yoga topics
- Overview of chakra system and subtle body
- Vinyasa style yoga training with a strong focus on weaving through intention
- Foundational lessons to build upon for a lifetime of continuing education
Asana
- Alignment principles for every body
- Sequencing, cueing, pacing, and practice teaching
- Anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the human body
- Props, variations, and holding patterns of 100+ poses
Philosophy
- History of yoga over the past 4000+ years
- Exploration of ancient texts, including the Upanishads and Yoga Sutras
- Practices of pranayama (breathwork) and meditation techniques
- Applied philosophy through authentic relating activities
Community
- Lasting friendships that go far beyond graduation
- Responsibility of increasing equity and belonging in yoga
- Professional development guidance to become a yoga teacher
- Access to Graduate Program to work with underserved local communities
Room Packages
Single Occupancy (Super Economy)
From $4,300
Very small private room with single bed and ceiling fan. Shared bathroom with one other participant. This room is "super economy because the room is small and inside a higher traffic area of the Hotel.
Single Occupancy (Economy)
From $4,600
Small private room with twin bed and ceiling fan. Shared bathroom with one or two participants.
Double Occupancy (Standard)
From $4,500
Shared room for two guests with shared bathroom, ceiling fan, and blackout shades.
Double Occupancy (Superior A/C)
From $4,800
Large shared room for two guests with shared bathroom, air conditioning, and blackout shades.
Single Occupancy (Standard)
From $5,000
Medium private room with double bed and ceiling fan. Shared bathroom with one or two participants.
Single Occupancy (Superior A/C)
From $5,400
Medium private room with double bed and air conditioning. Shared bathroom with one other participant.
Single Occupancy (Deluxe)
From $5,800
Large private room with double bed, private bathroom, ceiling fan, blackout shades, and air conditioning.
