Nervous System & Restorative Yoga Teacher Training | Module – Spain 2026
TRAINING DATES: MAY 2-9, 2026
The full training will take place at:
Suryalila Retreat Center
Pago de Pajarete
11650 Villamartin
Cádiz, Spain
ARRIVAL:
Please arrive in time to attend the first group dinner at 6pm on May 2nd followed by a brief orientation. Check in is available from 3pm, the latest check in time at Suryalila is 9pm – please continue reading below under the “Getting to Suryalila” dropdown if you’re concerned about a late arrival.
DEPARTURE:
We complete the training on May 9th with an optional morning practice at 8-9am followed by breakfast. Please be ready to check out of your room by 11am.
*Please note your attendance is required at practice and lectures (although the morning practice on May 9th is optional). All of the practices and lectures count towards your required hours and we request that your travel allows you to be present for the entire duration of the training. Click here to review the attendance policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Getting to Suryalila
- Read Suryalila’s directions and FAQs.
- Please check if you need updated travel visas/documents, vaccinations, medical notes for your medication or any other requirements for traveling to/from Spain. These arrangements are your responsibility to arrange in advance. As a reference letter to help you through a country’s customs, you can refer to your payment confirmation email you received from Yoga Medicine when you registered for this training.
- It is recommended that participants acquire travel insurance for self-protection in case of illness, injury or weather disruptions that prevent them from attending.
- Here’s travel information, you can fly into one of these three airports:
- Seville (recommended)
- Jerez de la Frontera
- Malaga
- Rooms at Suryalila are ready at 3pm. Please note that the latest check in time at Suryalila is 9pm. This would mean that the latest arrival flight time into Sevilla Airport would be 7:45pm and the latest flight arrival time into Malaga airport would be 6:30pm to make it in time. Their reception desk closes at 9:30pm, so if your flight is scheduled to arrive after the stated times please contact Suryalila regarding a late arrival before making your arrangements. Please note there is a supplement of €50 required for those guests arriving after 9.30pm.
- Check out is at 11am on departure day. Lunch on arrival day will not be charged, but any guests staying at the centre for lunch on departure day will need to pay an extra 15 € and this will be added to their shop bill. Be sure to include this information when filling out the Suryalila Details Request Form.
- If you wish to ride the bus from the airport, you can do so by getting the shuttle into Seville/Jerez/Malaga from the airport and then bus out to Villamartin.
- You can arrange your transfers and get more information on Suryalila’s transfers page.
- Because each of you will need to source your own transportation, we have created a discussion board for this training. Please click the “Rideshare” button above to coordinate transportation with your fellow attendees. You can also say hello to your fellow attendees via the “Say Hello & Introduce Yourself” button above.
- Click here to view a map of the Suryalila grounds.
Preparation & Packing
- Before the training, it is recommended to complete the following online courses: Conducting a Therapeutic Evaluation and Recognizing Red Flags in a Therapeutic Yoga Setting. Both of these courses are complimentary to teachers enrolled in the 500/1000hr programs. To access this complimentary curriculum, simply return to the courses section while logged into your Yoga Medicine account.
- The facilities come with a range of props (mats, blocks, bolsters, blankets, and straps). But please pack the following props as they will be required for yoga practice:
- 2 tennis balls or MFR balls of the same size (Recovery Rounds) – use promo code YMRAD for 25% off all RAD products
- any additional props that you require to be comfortable
- Pack a swim suit for the sauna and pool.
- Notebook & pen – we will provide a manual with images and text with minimal space on each page. If you are a keen notetaker, please bring an extra notepad – the manuals are sparse on space.
- Don’t forget to pack a water bottle & comfortable clothing for this training.
- Laundry – at Suryalila, there are washing machines in the houses or in the main area to share. There are also outdoor washing lines to dry your clothes.
- Please note that Suryalila’s menu is organic, locally sourced, and vegetarian. Their chef will accommodate various dietary preferences (vegans, non-dairy, and non-gluten) with the exception of incorporating animal protein. Ensure that you provide us with this information on the Suryalila Details Request Form in advance!
- Suryalila’s updated dietary guidelines:
- We cater for vegans, non-dairy, non-gluten. For other allergies and intolerances, please inform us prior to booking and we will check with the kitchen if we can cater for them.
- Dishes are cooked in a kitchen where these ingredients are used and as such we cannot guarantee there will not be cross contamination.
- As our kitchen is buffet style, we are unable to cater for highly restrictive or elimination-based diets (such as Coeliac, FODMAP, CIBO, severe allergies), or meal plans that require very limited and highly specific ingredients or require that food is weighed.
- Any special requests regarding dietary requirements need to be made via email to groups@suryalila.com.
- Suryalila’s updated dietary guidelines:
- Check out Suryalila’s packing recommendations & FAQ – click here!
- Click here for packing tips from a veteran teacher with Yoga Medicine!
Anticipated Daily Schedule
- 7-9am – Asana Practice
- 9-10am – Breakfast
- 10am-1pm – Lectures
- 1-3pm – Lunch Break
- 3-6pm – Lectures & Restorative Practice
- 6-7pm – Dinner
Suryalila Massage Therapy
- The Suryalila Retreat Center has a highly trained and insured massage therapist in residence – click here for details on the massage treatments. While your days are busy with training, you may wish to schedule a massage therapy treatment during the afternoon break or evening. You can book your massage at the reception during your stay or email Suryalila to pre-book at reception@suryalila.com.
Cellphone & WiFi
- Enjoy efficient access to the internet via Suryalila’s WiFi network throughout the property (not suitable for large file transfers, video streaming or long Skype calls). We highly recommend using this training as an opportunity to digitally detox. 🙂
Final Exam & Training Hours/Certification
- This yoga teacher training counts as 50 hours towards your 500-hour/1000-hour Yoga Medicine certification. Directly following the yoga teacher training you will be invited to take an online exam to receive your certificate of completion.
Cancellation & Refund Policies
- Your full payment for your chosen room type (which includes a non-refundable and non-transferable $500 deposit) is non-refundable and non-transferable after February 28, 2025. So if you must cancel, please do so before then to receive a partial refund (less the $500 deposit).
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If you have any questions about your upcoming training, please contact Katie at info@yogamedicine.com.
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you in Spain next May!
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