When the Practice Becomes Life
Teaching Naturally Follows
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OVERVIEW
DATES | YTT one July 11 - August 01 2026 & YTT two August 15 - September 05 2026
BOOKINGS OPEN | July 31st 2025 at 12p PST via newsletter only [sign up below]
LOCATION | Suyralila Retreat Center, Spain
CERTIFICATION | Globally recognized 200-hour Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher [RYT200]
YOGA TYPE | Vinyasa Flow Yoga
TEACHERS | Bre & Flo Niedhammer + two BNF RYT200 yoga assistants
CLASS SIZE | 40 students
SKILL LEVEL | All levels
COURSE LENGTH | 21 days
MEALS | 2 daily locally-grown plant based buffet meals plus all day coffee/tea/fruit
COST | Ranges from $5900 for a shared dorm to $8900 for a private luxury suite. A payment plan is available, with the remaining balance due in April 2026.
YOU BELONG HERE
Welcome to our two 200 hour Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher Trainings in beautiful Spain taking place Summer 2026. This training is designed to deepen your personal practice and equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to confidently teach yoga to others. With over 2500+ hours of combined training, we will bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the YTT program. Over the course of three weeks, you'll dive deep into our comprehensive curriculum covering the history and philosophy of yoga, anatomy and physiology, sequencing, teaching methodology, as well as asana (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), meditation, yoga as a lifestyle, and so much more. We’ll be weaving in additional offerings such as a Cacao Circle, a professional massage for each student, cold plunge (are you surprised?!), a brand new yoga mat, and a private BNF YTT guided group tour to nearby local areas.
You'll receive personalized attention and support from both Bre and Flo as well as two yoga assistants (past BNF YTT Graduates!), allowing you to develop your own unique teaching style and confidently lead your own classes. Upon completion of the program, you'll receive a certification for successfully completing the training which enables you to register yourself as a Yoga Alliance 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher, qualified to teach yoga anywhere in the world. But more importantly, you'll have gained a deeper understanding of yourself and the practice of yoga, and be equipped with the tools to share that understanding with others.
We welcome all levels of experience. Although it's not required, we do recommend that you have at least one year of yoga asana and meditation experience with our style and overall mental and physical health as this will allow you to get the most out of this training. Expect the movement classes to be accessible, challenging, and playful no matter your level of fitness. You can come alone or book a shared room and we’ll pair you with your future besties. Most of our event attendees are solo travelers and we become a family instantly; you’ll feel as though you’ve arrived hOMe.
From our students, we ask for dedication, commitment, and surrender, as well as full immersion and involvement in the training. This commitment and immersion will make the work as impactful, potent, and effective as possible. We ask students to come with an open heart and mind, ready to see and to receive all that is out there. To fully embrace the yogic lifestyle, we ask our participants to observe a plant-based diet, abstain from other distractions such as alcohol and processed foods, and to disconnect from technology and unnecessary external communication.
WARNING: this is not a yoga retreat. This is a FULL ON immersive 12-hours a day university style SCHOOL. You will be challenged physically and mentally. If you'd like to attend one of our events where you can relax and kick back, then please consider attending one of our future yoga retreats instead.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
21 nights accommodation at the Suryalila Retreat Center
2 daily plant-based buffet meals - fresh, delicious, organic meals plus tea, coffee, and water throughout the day
Course Manual
RYT 200 hour certificate to register with Yoga Alliance upon successful completion of the course
Daily co-lead energizing morning vinyasa yoga classes
One hour professional massage
Private BnF YTT group full day guided tour of local area
Cacao Circle
Breathe and Flow Yoga Mat
YTT Notebook
MFR ball
Daily lectures - see curriculum
Daily practice teaching starting on day 1!
Evening satsang community gatherings
Cold exposure ice bath
Private yoga studio straps, blocks, and blankets
24/7 Wifi in a designated communal area
Lounge spaces on the property
Detailed Packing List
CURRICULUM
On training days, we cycle through the session slots to cover the following four main focus areas of the teacher training. Within these focus modules, we will cover a range of topics, including many more.
Practice and Techniques: the formal practice of yoga.
Anatomy and Physiology: functional and holistic anatomy and physiology of the human body.
Teaching Methodology and Teaching Practice: the methodology of teaching, sequencing, cueing, the art of assisting, and lots of time to practice teaching.
Philosophy and Lifestyle: the underlying philosophy of yoga and the lifestyle of a yogi. This is where the practice extends off the mat into all areas of daily life.
Practice and Techniques
Yoga as the practice and the goal
Asana and the importance of movement
Meditation
Pranayama
Bandha, Mudra, Kriya, Shatkarma, Mantra, and Chanting, Yantra
Anatomy and Physiology
Systems of Balance
The Physical Body
Structure [Integral and Local Anatomy, Fascia, Myofascial Meridians]
Bodily Differences
Physiology of Breathing
Movement
Types and Planes of Movement
Flexibility vs Mobility
The Science of Fascia and Stretching
Muscle Contractions and Length Tension Relationship
Neurology of Stretching
Neurology of Fascia
The Five Koshas
Chakras
Sleep [Quality, Quantity, and Stages, Anatomy of Sleep]
Womb Wisdom and the Natural Cycles
Trauma-Informed Yoga
Prenatal Yoga
Teaching Methodology and Teaching Practice
Intention of Teaching
Sequencing
The Teacher’s Narrative
Stages of a Class
The Stages as a Teacher
Business of Yoga
Practice Teaching
Giving and Receiving Feedback
The Art of Touch and Assist
Philosophy and Lifestyle
Yoga as the Path and the Goal
History of Yoga
Philosophy of Yoga
Yoga Mythology
Ayurveda
The Eight Limbs of Yoga
Yoga as a Way of Life
The Different Styles of Practice
Daily Schedule
Daily schedule will vary especially for the first and last day. There will be three rest days throughout the YTT that will not have formal training classes/lectures. One of those three days will be spent exploring the local area in our BnF YTT private guided tour. The daily schedule is subject to change.
TRAINING DAY
06.00 - 07.00 | Personal morning routine
07.00 - 07.30 | Coffee, Tea, Fruit [served all day]
07.30 - 09.30 | Guided Morning Yoga
09.30 - 10.30 | Silent break
10.30 - 12.30 | Session 1
12.30 - 13.30 | Lunch
13.30 - 15.00 | Session 2
15.00 - 15.15 | Break
15.00 - 17.15 | Session 3
17.15 - 17.30 | Break
17.30 - 19.00 | Evening Yoga - either guided or practice teaching
19.00 - 20.00 | Dinner
20.00 - 20.30 | Satsang Community Gathering or Journaling
20.30 | Personal evening routine
22.00 | Evening silence
REST DAY
06.00 - 07.00 | Personal morning routine
07.00 - 07.30 | Coffee, Tea, Fruit [served all day]
07.30 - 09.30 | Assisted Self-Guided Morning Yoga
09.30 | Karma Yoga
11.00 - 12.00 | Brunch
13.00 - 19.00 | Free Time
19.00 - 20.00 | Dinner
20.00 | Personal evening routine
22.00 | Evening silence
VENUE AND LODGING
Tucked away in the sun drenched hills of southern Spain, the Suryalila Retreat sanctuary blends rustic charm with eco-luxury. The rooms range from shared dorms to beautiful luxury rooms, to glamping domes, and campervan spots. The property will offer plant-based meals from its own permaculture gardens, a jaw-dropping yoga dome with panoramic views, and open-air spaces, a pool, and lounge areas to breathe, reflect, and connect. This place is a hidden gem where intentional design, nature, and community come together to hold something truly unforgettable.
FOOD
The dedicated and loving onsite chefs cater two delicious plant-based meals served buffet style each and every day as well as an all-day coffee, tea, and fruit bar. They use local and fresh organic ingredients; many of which are harvested on-site daily from the permaculture gardens. During the entire duration of the training, we follow a yogic whole food plant based (WFPB) diet. Prior to the event, we will be sending out more information about the WFPB diet.
We will send an intake form to all attendees prior to the training to inquire about general topics including diet restrictions and allergies. We will try to accommodate any allergies and restrictions that our attendees have, such as gluten free, peanut, or fruit allergies. However, if you have a lot of dietary restrictions, especially any airborne allergies, please email us ahead of time to see if the kitchen staff can make accommodations for you as we can’t guarantee it unless discussed prior to booking.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
General Travel Info
Suryalila Retreat Center is located at Cortijo La Fabrica, Pago de Pajarete, 11650 Villamartin, Cádiz, Spain
We recommended that you travel to Spain a couple days before the YTT to acclimate and stay in a nearby city, although we will not meet formally as a group until 3p on the first day of the training
Ground transportation will be coordinated closer to the event date on your own but Suryalila can assist and we will also have a shared carpool spreadsheet so you can reduce the cost
Plan to arrive at the Suryalila venue between 1:30 - 2:30p on Saturday July 11th 2026 (or Aug 15 for YTT two)
Plan to depart the Suryalila venue at 11a on Saturday August 1st 2026 (or Sept 05 for YTT two)
Government Legal Requirements
A valid passport is required
Passport must be valid at least six months after your departure date from Spain
Passport must have at least two blank pages
You must have printed proof of onward / return flights
For most countries, no visa is required for a stay of up to 90 days but please confirm your visa requirements before booking your flight
There are currently no vaccination nor covid test requirements but it’s your responsibility to stay up-to-date with your specific country travel restrictions
Weather
Spain’s southern region is sun-drenched and dry in July and August. Expect hot days with clear skies and cooler, comfortable nights. Daytime highs hover around 90–95°F (32–35°C), while evenings dip to the mid-60s°F (18–20°C). Rain is rare, and the breeze is light. Think breathable fabrics and light layers; we’ll send a full packing list with more tips as we get closer to the gathering. Although it will be a bit toasty outdoors, all rooms, public indoor spaces, and yoga shalas have air conditioning so you'll stay comfortable no matter where you are.
Travel Insurance
We recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover the entirety of your trip. If you book your flight through Expedia.com, they offer travel insurance and health insurance as an additional add-on cost but you can also purchase travel insurance independently. We recommend using Insure My Trip.
Traveling Solo and/or looking for Travel Buddies?
We have always felt very safe when we travel but we also know it's different for everyone - especially those traveling alone or for the first time. We're happy to help coordinate additional requests for you to ensure that you feel safe and comfortable enough to travel.
Our venue contact can help coordinate private and shared taxis with their verified drivers.
Based on past live events, 90% of our students come solo so rest assured that you’re not alone. Nearly everyone coming won’t know each other so we'll be offering plenty of opportunities to build community - you’ll feel like family in no time.
For our live events, we always have a shared spreadsheet with everyone's travel itinerary which you will receive months before the event.
A month before the event, we also do a group chat on whatsapp so everyone can sync up with logistics (and so we can send out reminders, resources, dope music playlists, and good vibes).
PAYMENT
Terms
All prices are per person and include YTT costs only; they do not include airfare, ground transportation, travel insurance, visa fees, additional add-ons, nor required books.
If the YTT is canceled for any reason, you will be given a full refund of all payments made to BnF.
By booking a spot, you agree to our Breathe and Flow Terms & Conditions. If you have any questions regarding our policies, please contact us via email at admin@breatheandflow.org.
Payments
Price ranges from $5900 [shared dorm] to $8900 [private luxury suite]. There are also campervan spots available for $4900 and include everything except accommodations. The YTT includes dozens of offerings so please read the full list of “what’s included.”
Reserve your spot with a non-refundable $1000 deposit per person, which will be applied toward the total cost of the booking (deducting $1000 from your final bill).
All payments are processed directly within your profile on the booking platform, WeTravel. If you decide to do the payment plan, you will receive payment plan reminder emails with payment links directly from WeTravel.
Payments can be made anytime before the final payment deadline by either:
Bank Transfer ACH Direct from most countries for no fee or
Credit / Debit card for a bank service fee (bnf pay for the WeTravel transaction fees but you will pay for the credit/debit fees which vary depending on country and card type). Cards accepted are: Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover, JCB, Diners Club, UnionPay
Remaining balance final payment deadline is 60 days before event start date (May 11 2026 for YTT one and June 15 2026 for YTT two)
You can change your payment method at any time in your WeTravel profile
See the WeTravel Participant FAQ for any questions regarding payments