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Join us to begin or deepen your Yoga Teacher journey..

 

 

What is Transformational Yoga? 

 

With its roots in South India, Transformational yoga® is a powerful integral classical practice synthesising the schools of Hatha, Tantra Raja, Bhakti, Jnana & Kundalini to encourage a rising to our potential, our unique expression, our Divine. Integrating them into the philosophy that “All life is yoga” (Sri Aurobindo)

The techniques of Transformational include, 
Asana

Pranayama

Mantra

Meditation

Yoga Nidra

& other forms or relaxation

   This beautiful combination encourages an opening & awareness in our physical body, whilst subtly helping our mind & emotions to be calm & present to encourage an open-ness in our hearts & a deeper connection to Self, to our higher consciousness.

A freedom in our bodies & minds is found by purifying the toxins within the 5 layers of our bodies, the 7 chakras, to awaken our dormant energy (Kundalini) working at a deep level to remove stagnant energy to rise to our true nature - Bliss, Anand.

 Transformational Yoga is based on the integral teachings of Sri Aurobindo & The Mother who inspired Sri Swami Vidyanand to create this powerful system.

Both Joanne & Jeni trained directly with this remowned Yoga Master in the South of India.

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 "Transformational Yoga is a means to relax, clean & awaken all 7 chakras through Yogasana, Pranayama, Mantra & Meditation"

Swami Vidyanand

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Who are your teachers? 

 

Joanne Merlini ~ Jitendra Mayee 
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Jennifer Louise Ayodele

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Led by 2 senior Transformational Yoga teachers in Joanne's 'Transform to Bliss' Studio
in the Southern Algarve area of Portugal.
Read more about us in the PDF (link below)

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When? 

 

Message us to enquire

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Options of

• 100 or 200 hour

• Residential or non residential​

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100 Hours (Exploring T.Y and deepening offerings)

(11 days, 10 nights)

Non residential from €1650

Residential from €1925

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200 Hours (Full Teaching Certification)

(23 days, 22 nights)

Non residential from €2200

Residential from €2875

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Spaces limited for a personal journey

To reserve your space, a non refundable €250 deposit is required following your initial enquiry & application .

 

2 further payments due throughout the year

**Payment plans available

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A typical day of Teacher Training with us 

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Daily Schedule (may vary)

• 07:30 - 08:15 Morning meditation, mantra chanting (studio or cliff tops with ocean views)

• 08:30 - 09:45 Asanas, pranayama, deep relaxation

• 10:00 - 10:45 Brunch

• 11:30 – 13:00 Teachings, workshop

• 13:00 - 15:00 Self practice, reading

• 15:00 - 16:30 Teaching techniques in small groups

• 17:00 –17:45 Dinner

• 18:00 - 19:30 Asanas, pranayama, deep relaxation, kirtan

• 20:30 – 21:15 Evening meditation, mantra chanting, film (possibly cliff tops, beaches or studio)

 

 

With one day off a week to enjoy the beaches, explore the area, study, & relax.

Or enjoy the 3 swimming pools, surfing, Stand up Paddle, a game of tennis or a clifftop walk..

We are 15 mins walk from the closest sandy beach & village.. so many options.

 

 

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Why us?

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• You will be fully supported by 2 Transformational Yoga Teachers (Master & Grand Master)
  through your training who have trained directly with Sri Swami Vidyanand in India.
   

 

• The Transformational Yoga System brings Pranayam, Mantra & Meditation into the Asana practice to give a powerful purification to the system.
  Honouring the ancient classical roots of Yoga & integrating powerful practices.
   

 

• We offer Ayurveda workshops, consultations & massage to support your connection to Bliss
   

 

• Our studio hosts regular Kirtan groups (mantra chating/Bhakti), satsang, breathwork,
  cacao dance & ceremonies with other facilitators.
   

 

• Our location is breath taking.
  We will take your training to the beach, experience sunrise & sunset sessions on the cliffs,
  melt into ocean savasanas.. in the words of Swami Vidyanand 'Everything is possible!'
   

 

• You will also receive training in holding ceremony (Moon Ceremonies, Women's Circles, etc).
   

 

• You will leave with knowledge of how to run retreats & how to run a business, as well as teach online.
   

 

• If you are joining the 200 hr, you will receive a 200 hr Certification so you can begin your teaching journey,
  a supportive Manual, the 'bible' of Yoga teaching & a Rudraksha Mala blessed in the Ganges.

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This course is for practitioners who have had a consistent yoga practice for 1 year or more.

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Where?

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We are so happy to offer our Teacher training in the expansive space of the Algarve.
Our Studio is surrounded by lush nature gardens & a few minutes walk from the ocean & from your accommodation.
(Shared with 1 other ~ singles also available, please ask)

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In the lush gardens of The Quinta do Mar da Luz overlooking the

Ocean in the South West of the Algarve.

Quinta Do Mar da Luz translates to Light & Ocean Country Estate.

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From the palm tree grounds there are views to the blue ocean & breath taking walks along the cliffs & beautiful light!

The gardens have the feel of Bali or Thailand, beautiful flowers, palm trees, banana trees & exotic birds singing at sunset.

We are within walking distance of the fishermen villages of Luz & Burgau with sandy beaches & cafe's & restaurants.
Within 1 hrs drive of Faro airport.

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There are walking trails from villages to villages (known as the Fisherman trails) along the coastline, the choice of some amazing secluded coves, sandy beaches & so much nature & beauty all around.

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You will stay in a bungalow/apartment or a Portuguese style room, with a terrace or balcony with one other (solo rooms are available, please ask for pricing)

The extensive grounds are perfect to sit and absorb your teachings, with 3 swimming pools to choose from, a tennis court & different terraces & cabanas to relax & enjoy the sun going down.

 

The 'Transform to Bliss' light filled Studio has garden views where we offer most sessions & ceremonies  

We also have the option of the outdoor wooden Yoga Shala with sea views for the occasional practice.

We may bring some of our practices to the cliffs for sunset & on the beach, which are minutes away from the Quinta.

 

A beautiful nature connected environment to support you in that transformation of Self to your original state of bliss, connecting with the ancient teachings so we can be of service as we are guided how to offer this to others. ​

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