200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training – South Crete – Palaiochora

200HR Hatha Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training offers an immersive path into both classical and modern yoga, designed to prepare trainees to teach a wide range of students with confidence and sensitivity. Guided by Tanya Savitri Popovich, E-RYT500 and Yoga Acharya, this program reflects more than 20 years of international teaching experience and brings together thousands of hours of study and practice into one intensive 21-day education.

Dates

August 7 – 21, 2027
15 day live + 5 day online

Location

South Crete, Greece

As a Yoga Alliance registered school at both 200-hour and 500-hour levels, as well as a YACEP provider, the training is grounded in Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga while supporting deep self-development and professional growth. The curriculum draws from foundational yogic texts including the Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Vedanta, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Tantric Yoga, and more. Alongside these traditional teachings, the methodology integrates biomechanics, therapeutic alignment, and intelligent sequencing, bringing ancient wisdom and modern science into daily life both on and off the mat.

Schedule

08:00 – 10:00 Asana, Pranayama & Meditation
10:00 – 11:00 Breakfast
11:00 – 13:00 Lecture
13:15 – 16:15 Teaching Methodology
16:15 – 19:30 Study and Beach / Free Time
19:30 – 21:00 Evening Class / Peer Practice (every second night)

The program is indicative and may change depending on the location and weather conditions. The online portion is included as part of the full training structure. Graduates may repeat the training in the future without paying tuition fees.

Location and Accommodation

The course takes place in Palaiochora, South Crete, Greece, on the island’s southern edge facing the Libyan Sea. Known for its excellent weather and long summers, Palaiochora is one of the most beautiful towns in the Chania region. The village sits on a small peninsula bordered by two beautiful beaches with sand and pebbles, and the drive from Chania is about 75 kilometres through striking Cretan scenery.

The venue is an eco-cottage retreat and seminar center between Palaiochora and Anydri village. Surrounded by a stunning natural landscape, it is only a short drive from pristine beaches and the village, or about a 20-minute trek down a canyon. Accommodation is in shared twin or triple rooms, with single rooms possibly available on request. Students have access to two fully equipped kitchens, plus a small third kitchen in the yoga room. There are also two practice spaces: one indoor and one outdoor.

Food

Food is not included. This allows participants to follow their own dietary preferences and manage their budget more easily. Grocery stores and supermarkets are available in the village, and students may prepare brunch in the shared kitchens. Dinner can be enjoyed at beach taverns serving fresh local food, or cooked on site. Vegetarian and vegan options are widely available, including at every tavern, and there is also a vegetarian restaurant in the village.

Arrival and Departure

Travel arrangements are organized by participants. Support can be provided with directions from Chania or Heraklion airport, taxi booking, and bus information. Buses run regularly from Chania to Palaiochora, making the journey simple. Closer to the start date, participants arriving at similar times may be connected so they can share transport.

What to Bring

Please bring your own yoga mat, two blocks, a strap, at least two notebooks, and a white outfit for the graduation ceremony. The training manual will be provided on the first day, and reading material will be sent by email after registration so you can prepare in advance.

Investment

August 7 – 21, 2027

• Shared Twin Room: €1850 Early Bird / €1990 Regular Price
• Shared Triple Room: €1650 Early Bird / €1800 Regular Price
• Shared Tipi Tent (*upon availability): €1600

*Early Bird: full payment by June 7, 2027
*Regular Price: full payment by July 16, 2027

A €500 deposit with the application is required to secure a place. Space is limited by room type, so early booking is recommended.