50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training
Description
50-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training & Retreat takes place at Source Retreat in Portugal’s Douro Valley, guided by Eva Maxine Hamilton.
Two 2027 course dates are available: Wednesday to Wednesday, June 23–30, 2027, and Saturday to Saturday, November 6–13, 2027 (tbc).
Settle into a week that blends immersive training with the spacious calm of retreat life. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Douro, you will explore Yin Yoga’s Daoist foundations, the science of fascia, the five elements, and the emotional and energetic dimensions of the meridian system. Along the way, you’ll build the knowledge and confidence needed to teach Yin Yoga with clarity and care.
Each day adds another layer to your understanding, from the origins and purpose of the practice to the subtle art of holding space. Expect long, nourishing yin classes, complementary practices, in-depth lectures, and hands-on learning designed to help you create thoughtful sequences, support your students safely, and lead with confidence.
There will also be time to pause, breathe, and simply be among the vines. This program offers the structure of a comprehensive training alongside the restorative feel of a retreat, creating space to recharge away from the pace of everyday life.
About Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga invites slowness, stillness, and presence through longer-held passive stretches, typically held for three to five minutes. Drawing from traditional Hatha Yoga and Traditional Chinese Medicine, it offers space to gently work with physical and emotional tension.
Informed by both ancient meridian theory and modern science, Yin Yoga supports tissues that are often overlooked in more active movement styles. It emphasizes the fascial network, encourages adaptability, and takes individual bone structure into account so that each posture can be approached with awareness and sensitivity.
Yin also works with the five-element theory and meridian lines, linking postures with elements, organs, seasons, and emotions. At its heart, it is also a mindfulness practice, offering a quiet place to observe thoughts and sensations with openness and without grasping.
About the Training
This one-week immersion is designed to deepen your understanding of Yin Yoga philosophy, anatomy, fascia, and the meridian system so you can sequence meaningful classes that support both your students and your own practice.
You will study theory, science, and anatomy alongside experiential and energetic aspects of the asanas. The course includes contemporary research on fascia, sustainable stretching, Traditional Chinese Medicine, the five-element theory, and the use of meridian lines in teaching and practice.
Asana analysis will cover how to instruct, prop, and adapt both classical and creative yin poses. You will also explore the purpose behind each posture and the physical, emotional, and energetic benefits it may offer.
The curriculum includes pranayama, meditation, yin-yang yoga, yoga nidra, restorative yoga, and myofascial release. It is open to certified teachers, those beginning their teaching journey, and students who wish to deepen their personal practice.
Course Curriculum Includes
- In-person instruction in a small, supportive group
- Yin-yang philosophy and foundations
- Benefits and clinical studies on Yin Yoga
- Ancient origins and the modern modality
- Focus on fascia
- Variable anatomy and sustainable stretching
- Five-element theory and meridian lines
- Anatomical overviews
- Instructing, propping, and adapting yin poses
- Sequencing, theming, language, and holding safe space
Accommodation & Rates
Early bird rates are available until July 1, 2026. For the June 23–30, 2027 course, early bird pricing ends March 1, 2027. For the November 6–13, 2027 course, early bird pricing ends September 1, 2027.
- Romã | Pomegranate Dorm Room: €1400 early bird / €1500 regular
- Figo | Fig Triple Room: €1500 early bird / €1600 regular
- Limão or Laranja | Double Rooms: €1600 early bird / €1700 regular
- Azeitona or Uva | Private Rooms: €1800 early bird / €1900 regular
- Flor de Protea | Deluxe Private Room: €2000 early bird / €2100 regular
Training Investment Includes
- Course tuition
- Seven nights of accommodation
- Three daily meals
- Fruit, tea, coffee, and water
- Source Retreat amenities, including a plunge pool and outdoor spaces
- A fully equipped yoga space
- A full-color printed manual and course materials
About Your Guide
Eva Maxine Hamilton is a Canadian yoga educator specializing in yin yoga and restorative yoga. Teaching full time since 2008, she has completed more than 1000 hours of yoga studies and is registered as a Yoga Alliance YACEP continuing education provider.
Her teaching blends anatomy, functional movement, philosophy, mysticism, and the mind-body connection. She aims to create a supportive environment that encourages self-exploration, kindness, curiosity, and confident, compassionate teaching.
Welcome to Source Retreat
Source is a beautifully restored 400-year-old quinta in the village of Cidadelhe, overlooking vineyards, olive trees, and the rolling hills of the Douro Valley. Guests can wander through the gardens, enjoy meals by the fire, rest in hammocks, or relax by the plunge pool before returning to a shared or private room.
This is a place to slow down, reconnect, and learn in a setting shaped by history, nature, and comfort.
Accommodation Options
Romã | Pomegranate Dorm Room
Designed for shared stays with a sense of ease and privacy, this dorm room welcomes up to four guests in two comfortable bunk beds. Each bed has been thoughtfully handcrafted and includes a partition for added personal space, along with a dedicated reading light and charging port for convenience throughout your stay.
The room is ideal for arriving with friends or connecting with fellow travelers in a warm, communal setting. An ensuite bathroom adds comfort and practicality, while the small sitting area offers a relaxed spot to pause between activities. With plenty of intentional storage space, the room is set up to support a tidy and comfortable shared experience.
Simple, functional, and inviting, this dorm creates a cozy atmosphere for guests who value both community and a little room to unwind.
Figo | Fig Triple Room
Ideal for friends, retreat participants, or small groups traveling together, this spacious shared room is designed to balance comfort with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. The sleeping setup includes two beds that can be arranged either as singles or joined together as a king, along with a third single bed set into a charming nook beside the stone chimney. This thoughtful layout creates both flexibility and a sense of privacy within the room.
Guests will also appreciate the built-in storage area, which helps keep the space uncluttered and restful throughout the stay. A private ensuite bathroom adds extra convenience, making the room well suited for a comfortable and easygoing experience. With its generous proportions and cozy details, this triple room offers a practical yet inviting base for rest and connection.
Teachers
Director of Source Yoga and Lead Yoga Teacher Trainer, Eva Hamilton is a Canadian yoga educator known for her slow, supported, and soulful approach to yin yoga and restorative yoga. She began her first yoga training at just 17 and has been teaching full time since 2008. After many years owning a studio in Canada, she expanded her work to...
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