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FAQ
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Are your trainings Yoga Alliance certified?Yes, All the 200-hour and 300-hour programs are certified by Yoga Alliance, allowing you to register as RYT-200 or RYT-500 upon completion. 100- Hours under Yoga alliance continuation education Program (YACEP)
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What’s the difference between 200H and 300H YTT?The 200H training is foundational course, The 300H is an advanced course designed for teachers who already hold a 200H certification, and 100H can be for both but lot more beneficial when done after foundational course.
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What're the yoga stylesHatha-Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Nidra. There is also a strong emphasis on yoga philosophy,Psychology anatomy, Asana decoding & Methodology
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Is prior teaching experience required?For the 200H,100H no experience is required—just a sincere yoga practice. For the 300H, you must already have a 200H certification.300H are designed to take your practice and teaching to next level.
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Who are the lead teachersYour trainings are led by experienced senior teachers (E-RYT 500+) covering their area of expertise consisting team of 4 to 5 teachers
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How are students assessed during the course?Through teaching practicums, participation, written assessments, self-reflection journals, and demonstration of understanding yogic values.
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What is the daily schedule likeThe day typically starts at 6:30 AM and runs until 6:30/7.00 PM, including physical practice, lectures, teaching practice, and personal reflection time. for more detail please visit the respective training pages
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How many students are in each groupEach training is intentionally kept to the size it delivers the best to students. ensuring personalized attention and deep connection.( The group size s are based on what as a team the best delivered ) 200 Hrs - 18 300 Hrs - 12 100 Hrs - 14
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What’s included in the training feeTuition, course manuals, chosen accommodation, three healthy & healing vegan meals per day, thought out the day tea, banana and drinking water, ( other than weekly off ) and access to community activities like kirtan and cacao ceremonies and all evening events.
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Are yoga mats and props providedYes we have all that you need to practicer however if you like to bring your personal feel free to do that.
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Is there free time during the trainingYes, there is a rest period each afternoon and evening after dinner and one full day off per week usually Saturday, for integration and optional exploration.
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Can I join if English isn’t my first languageYes, trainings are delivered in English, but the teaching style is accessible and clear for non-native speakers. Many international students attend.
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Is the course physically demandingThe training is immersive, but not extreme. You’ll build strength and resilience gradually. Self-care and listening to your body are encouraged.Earth Yoga village we do everything with great care and mindfulness. Yoga is a practice of aligning body-mind-soul and it can only take place when they are in harmony.
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What should I bring with meBring comfortable yoga clothes, sandals, swimwear, a refillable water bottle, flashlight, natural toiletries, mosquito repellent, and any personal journal or item that supports your practice.
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How do I register and reserve my spotYou can apply on our website. and we will get back to you asap.
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What types of retreats do you offerYoga holiday - 8 days Sunday to Sunday Conscious living - 26 days
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What is the difference between Yoga holiday & Conscious livingYoga holiday is for 8 days and conscious living for 26 days , you can choose form shorter or longer depending on your need. The number of practice classes are the same but the lecture varies in yoga holiday the lectures are repeated every week for new people but for conscious living the program is designed to be taking you deeper with its practice and lectures.
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What does the Retreats includeThe all Retreat includes 3 practice classes & 1 philosophy class as per daily schedule, 3 healthy healing vegan meals, thought out the day tea, banana and drinking water, (other than day off), community activities like cacao ceremonies , kirtan, and all evening events when its conducted.
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What’s a typical day like on a retreatThe day typically starts at 6:30 AM with morning meditation and pranayama followed by tea break and yoga followed by breakfast and the rest of the day is planned in a way that you can have good beach time In between rest of the classes and meals.
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Are the retreats beginner-friendlyYes, all of our retreats are open to beginners as well as experienced practitioners. Teachers adapt classes to suit all levels and offer individual attention.
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Can I attend just part of the retreat if I can’t stay the full timeAll our Retreats are on fixed dates as published on website
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Are there any free days during the retreatYes. Saturday is usually a rest day. A day for quieter moments for self-reflection and some exploration with in and around, gentle rhythm that allows rest and recovery.
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Do I have to attend all classesIt's advisable to attend all the activities for getting most out of it . however it's upto you to attend all or part of it .
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what is the style of yoga practicedHatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative
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What is the evening activitiesWe often include activities like cacao ceremonies, ecstatic dance, sound healing, sharing circles, and kirtan. These are designed to support emotional and energetic healing.you ll experience one to two rotating activities in a week.
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What should I bring for the retreatBring comfortable yoga clothes, sandals, swimwear, a refillable water bottle, flashlight, natural toiletries, mosquito repellent, and any personal journal or item that supports your practice. Yoga mats and props are provided.
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How do I book a retreat and secure my spotYou can Send us a booking form via our website. and we will get back to asap
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What is Earth Yoga Village like as a spaceEarth Yoga Village is a peaceful, eco-conscious retreat center, the whole village is designed with being one with nature , its very green, simple and cosy set up with two yoga shall, silent corner, health kitchen, dinning area, and chill out space
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where is the village locatedIts located in the village of Colombo in South Goa in between two beautiful beach of Goa Palolem and Patnem both 7 minutes walk from us and Colombo bay is just road ahead 3/4 minutes walk
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Are there shops, restaurants, or medical facilities nearbyYes, We have near by variety of cafes and restaurants as well as daily necessities shops , the medical and ATM are just a 15 minutes walk or 5 minutes tug tug ride away, all the surrounded beaches also have cafes and restaurants all along the beach.
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What is the best time visit GoaThe best time is in between Nov to March I this time one can expect sunny weather all through out the period
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Is Goa safeGoa is very safe and surrounded by tourist friendly local community
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What types of accommodation do you offerOur Minimalistic yet very cozy, warm, comfortable Huts - Designed to invoke calm & connectedness. All Huts are built as ECO as Natural as possible. Most of its materials are CLAY - WOOD - GLASS - LIME STONE & little cement as binding agent where it required the most. We cant wait to welcome you all. We offer Private Huts Twin Sharing Quadruple Sharing
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Are the rooms air-conditionedNo, rooms have ceiling fans but no air conditioning to maintain a natural and eco-friendly atmosphere , the natural surrounding in a village with so many tree keeps the temperature down.
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Are the bathrooms privateYes, all rooms have attached private bathrooms with hot water
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Do rooms come with linens and mosquito netsYes,All rooms comes with all nesessities like linens, towels, hand towels, toilet paper, and mosquito nets for your comfort.
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Is Wi-Fi available in the roomsWi-Fi is available in common areas encouraging guests to disconnect and relax.treat the room as sacred space to rest and recharge.
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What type of food do you serveWe serve Wholesome , Healing and medicinal food 100% Vegan - Gluten free - Preservation free - Unprocessed - Fresh - Local Cooked with care and love
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Can you accommodate dietary restrictionsOur food very healing and it suits almost everybody visiting us , however if you have any specific dietary requirement we are sure that you still would find enough to eat from our spread out menu and you alway could check with us before booking as well.
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What is a typical menu likeMeals often include fresh vegetables, grains, legumes, fruits, herbal teas, and homemade chutneys or Ayurvedic-inspired dishes. Breakfast - Mixed style - one or two Indian dishes with one western dish, chutneys and dips and fresh fruits. Lunch- Oriental style - Buddha bowl , Rainbow bowl, Summer rolls, Glass noodles salad, Burrito wraps etc with dips and side dishes Dinner - Indian Ayurvedic-inspired dishes. of curries, dal, vegetables, Indian gluten free breads, Varieties of rice, papadam, desert,
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what if I get hungry other than mela timeThrough out the day 8 am to 8 pm - we have banana and herbal teas available
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Can guests eat outside the villageYes,There are many restaurants nearby, but eating within the village is recommended as we are sure that you ll not find as healing and delicious food as village elsewhere :)
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What is the nearest airport to Earth Yoga VillageThe closest airport is Dabolim Airport (GOI) in Goa, approximately 1.5 to 2 hours and MOPA ( GOX ) 3 Hours away by taxi.
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How can I get from the airport to Earth Yoga VillageWe recommend booking a taxi or pre-arranged airport transfer. or take an airport taxi following google map ll bring you to us. The public transport connection time consuming. it may take almost 2 to 3 times of taxi during the day travel at night there is n o public transport.
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What is the best way to travel around GoaLocal taxis, scooter rentals, and rickshaws are common. For safety and ease, we recommend taxis or arranged transport, especially for first-time visitors.
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What visa do I need to enter IndiaMost visitors require a Tourist Visa or e-Visa for India. Please check with your local Indian Embassy or official visa website for the latest requirements. you can mostly apply online upto 3 months stay e visa typically takes maximum of 7 days.
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Is travel insurance necessaryYes, we recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering health, trip cancellations, and personal belongings.
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How do I book a training or retreat at Earth Yoga VillageYou can send us a inquiry form via the website by selecting your chosen program and filling out the form. We will then guide you through the next steps via email.
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Do I need to pay a deposit to confirm my bookingYes, a deposit is required to secure your spot. The amount may vary depending on the program. details about the payment will be provided on our reply to your inquiry.
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What payment methods are acceptedWe accept payments via: Bank transfer Wise (TransferWise) Cash Please note that card payment options not there at the moment.
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Are there any additional fees not included in the priceAll essentials like food, accommodation, and classes are included. Additional costs may include airport transfers, laundry, optional excursions, or healing sessions.and day off food.
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Can I change or postpone or cancel my bookingYes, you can request to change or postpone your booking subject to availability and within the conditions of our policy.
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