Tribe is renowned for the relaxed, fun and easy going atmosphere cultivated by its teachers on each training. As well as offering a comprehensive and practical approach to develop ones understanding and practice of yoga we work towards awakening your inner teacher as the main source of inspiration, guidance and wisdom for ones self practice and for teaching others.
Traditionally our trainings have a down to earth approach bringing the ancient yoga teachings into a relevant and digestible modern presentation (East meets West) that students can easily understand and apply to their practice and, more importantly, apply to daily living.
The magnificence of the location and the guidance given by Scarlett and guest teachers will encourage you to relax and unwind whilst embarking on a journey of self-discovery through the yoga teachings.
"Austria is a very beautiful location for the training, I have been living in Austria during the summers of the last three years and Its really super cool to hold trainings there........ such a peaceful and relaxing place surrounded by lush nature.
The teacher training is a fabulous opportunity for anyone who would like to expand on their understanding and practice of yoga. The yoga teachings that we follow are very powerful and for everybody who participates it’s truly an amazing journey of growth and development...physically, mentally and spiritually." .......Scarlett
As well as working towards becoming a certified teacher this training offers you an excellent opportunity to positively influence your physical, mental and emotional well-being whilst cultivating an increasing awareness will encourages a much richer and rewarding experience of yourself, others and the world you live in.
Tribe Yoga Studio
Austria
YTT June 2009
The Yoga
We the course instructors are quite progressive and come from various lineages of yoga and therefore a fusion of different styles (Ashtanga Vinyasa, Hatha Yoga, Iyengar, Dynamic Yoga, and Kundalini Yoga) may be apparent in the course. The main teachings are derived from Patanjalis yoga sutras and the eightfold system of Ashtanga yoga which offers a comprehensive study, guide and exploration towards the true Self guiding us towards establishing a firm foundation as to why we are practicing and how to practice yoga! .
The methodology for practice is based on the dynamic yoga method, which offers a simplistic approach to the practice and understanding of some basic fundamentals for yoga practice:
- A soft and passive CORE
- The stability of the FOUNDATION
- The expression of the BANDHAS throughout the body
- Freedom of the BREATH
The basic sequencing for asana study and practice is 'based' on a blend of the Ashtanga Primary Series as devised by Prathabis jois and vinyasa flow. To honor our varying abilities and limitations there will be modifications to the traditional primary series whereby we will introduce a greater variety of asanas, modifications and sequencing under an umbrella of spirtual content and guidence.
Trainees practice teaching and adjustments July 2009
We work toward facilitating a space whereby each person can appreciate and nurture their own individuality and move towards developing a self-practice that reflects how and what they are feeling in each and every moment. Ultimately the sequencing of your own self practice or teaching to a group gradually becomes more spontaneous and explorative.
For both beginners and more experienced students this course offers the chance to advance ones understanding of yoga as a tool of self discovery and spiritual development regardless of ones previous experience in yoga. This training is primarily a yoga intensive that anyone can benefit from. Some trainees attend the training because they hold a passion to become teachers whilst others attend because they want to have a month of yoga study and intensive practice.
We assess each applicants suitability to attend the course via the application form. We welcome trainees who can cultivate a `beginners mind` regardless of their previous yoga experience so that usual ideas, judgments, habits, etc do not interrupt the learning process. A 'beginners mind' creates a more open receptive approach and a greater possibility of advancing ones yoga practice to a much greater depth.
Each student receives a training manual for use throughout the course and are also encouraged to maintain a 'dairy' of their discoveries, developments, studies and thoughts to be handed in for assessment at the end of the training.
All trainees who successfully complete the course will receive their internationally recognized 200hr yoga teacher certificate at the end of the training which allows them to teach whatever style of yoga they love and practice.
STUDENT TESTOMONY
Sidonie (UK).....I wish to express my gratitude to all the teachers (including students) on the Tribe Yoga Teacher Training as I learned a lot about myself and about yoga!
The retreat location for the training was beautiful and great for long meditative walks in nature.
Raquel and Scarlett offer very different skills and abilities but come from the same place fuelled by love and yoga. I feel blessed to have experienced the month long course, the journey has revealed a new me and new way of life and given me the experience and confidence to share yoga with others.
see SLIDESHOW & other STUDENT TESTOMONIES
Typical Schedule (subject to change)
The Training begins on sunday 27th June at 4pm with orientation, introductions and a group meal.
Mon to Fri
06-30 : Daily Reading, Pranayama, Meditation, Asana
10-00 : Breakfast.
11-00 : Lectures, Theory, Philosophy, Anatomy, or Teaching Skills
14-00 : Break.
Mon, Weds, Fri & Sun
16-00 - 18-00 : Supervised Self practice or Teaching Skills
18-00 - 18-30 : Chanting (some evenings)
Tues & Thurs
2 hours per day : Unsupervised Self Study
Saturday is a free day !
In Austria we restrict the number of trainees to a maximum of 16
to create a more intimate 'family' group
and maintain a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere
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A mystical and magical land of lakes, mountains and thick lush nature
The Location
Bad Mitterndorf is a Spa village located in a beautiful valley at the foot of the awesome Grimming mountain (above right photo) surrounded by beautiful meadow lands, forest and lakes.
90 mins by road from Salzburg or Linz.
In your spare time you can take advantage of this fantastic location and immerse yourself in the beauty and lush nature with activities such as hiking, swimming in the fresh water lakes and rivers, horse ridding ( from 13 euros per hour ), cycling, (hire price from 7 euros), rock climbing, canyoning, kayaking, visiting the local Spa for a sauna, scrub and treatments.
The Tribe Training Venue Ferdinand Boehme
The venue
Nestled amongst lush greenery and surrounded by meadows and forest the training venue is within the private grounds of Ferdinand Boehme, well known Austrian artist ......some of his elegant and awe inspiring marble statues are on exhibit in the surrounding gardens.
Bad Mitterndorf is the summer home and retreat of Scarlett (Tribes principle teacher and Director). The large converted barn has a fabulous spacious yoga shala, an elegant dining area, communial kitchen and chill out library area.
Training Cost
1750 Euros includes:
Yoga training, Study Materials & Daily breakfast (mon to fri), Complimentary Massage
If accepted an Initial deposit of 300 euros or full payment is required to secure a place on the training.
To Book
Scroll down to bottom of the page and follow the info and application form links
This is a NON-RESIDENTIAL TRAINING
Accommodation at the venue is limited and reserved for teachers and helper
Bad Mitterndorf is a winter sports tourist destination, summer is considered low season at which time the many guest houses, hotels and B&B’s offer discounts......... good news for trainees who want to independently find cheap accommodation.
We recommend just turning up and looking around at the options when you get here, which is what most students have done in the past. You are welcome to come directly to us and we will help you to find somewhere to stay.
Prices start from as little as 15 euros per night for a guest house or 350 euros per month for a shared apartments.
Local camping site is a 15 minute walk away and has guest houses and rooms with great facilities
Special rates are available for Tribe trainees for the duration of the training:.see website
Single room 490 Euros per person .(28 nights)
Guesthouse close to the venue ( I minute walk ) can paid in advance and booked through Tribe
or call directly to Elisabeth Pfusterer 0043 3623 3060 (german speaking only)
Single room approx 500 Euros per person (28 days)
Student Apartments (used by previous trainees)
We have reserved 2 apartments just 5/10 minute walk from the Tribe venue
3-4 students sharing,
350 - 450 Euros per person per month...... ask us details
These modern apartments have a kitchen, bathroom, one bedroom with double bed and three sofa beds in the main living area so it can potentially sleep 4 people on a budget or 3 people with more comfort and space.
Full non-refundable payment is required If you would like us to reserve accommodation for you.
Massage
Trainees receive one complimentary massage treatment during the training
Additional treatments can be booked with our qualified therapists throughout the training
....... 25 Euros per hour.
Day Trip
Pending interest from trainees we will organise a couple of day trips during the training which could be anything from going to a climbing tree park where you get to navigate through the trees on all manner of climbing structures, going to a fresh water lakes for a picnic and swim, visiting the salt mines, climbing to a mountain top and more. going on a cycle tour etc
Meals
Breakfast after the morning practice is included in the training fee.
Trainees & teachers enjoy breakfast in the venue garden
YTT June 2009
Breakfast includes: tea, museli or porridge, yoghurt, honey, Jam, fruit, choice of eggs, toast
Through past experience we recognise that over a period of a month many students would prefer to organise their own evening meals, where and what they eat!
Evening vegetarian meals will be available in the communal kitchen from Mon-Fri (4 euros per meal).
The village has two supermarkets, two bakeries, a deli, and a number of bars and restaurants including a delicious thai restaurant that has special meal deals starting from 9 euros.
Weather and Clothing
Generally Bad Mitterndorf enjoys lovely summers with blue skies and a fair share of sunny warm days. However climate change is obvious in many areas of the world so to be on the safe side its advisable to bring warm and waterproof clothing.
Mostly you can wear light clothing in the daytime with temperatures in the 20's and early 30's.
Bring sturdy shoes for hiking.
Yoga...bring a shawl or blanket to use during meditation and relaxation... This is a summer retreat and the shala is in a beautifully converted barn which does not have its own heating system. The early start means the barn can be quite cool at the beginning of the morning, we advise you to bring warm clothing to stay heated during meditation and pranayama, once we start the asanas and stoke the internal fires you can begin to strip off !.
Getting there
International flights to Vienna, Salzburg, Graz or Linz airport.
Trains to Bad Mitterndorf Heilbrunn station:
* Graz, 2 ½ hrs, 26 Euros
* Linz, 2½ hrs, 22 Euros
* Salzburg, 3 hrs, 25 Euros
* Vienna, 5 hrs, 44 Euros
for train connections check the OBB website
For flight searches try www.kayak.co.uk
Easyjet and ryanair fly have many intenrnational inexpensive connections to austria
Local hike to mountain top
