Join Bruce Chung and Elena Gaita for The House of Yoga’s 2027 hybrid 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, with a week-long immersion in Portugal.

This hybrid training seamlessly integrates yoga into daily life while also incorporating an immersive travel experience. This format strikes the perfect balance, allowing for an enriching travel experience without requiring a full month away from home. It combines in-depth learning, personal growth, and a supportive community environment. The training consists of a 7-day/8-night residential immersion at Cocoon in Portugal, and six weekends at our studio in Brussels. 

Cocoon Portugal is a stunning retreat space nestled on the wild Atlantic coast in the Alentejo region. Set on a 275-acre coastal farm, Cocoon offers a unique blend of comfort, nature, and simplicity. During your stay, you will enjoy nourishing meals, calm and comfortable accommodations, and both indoor and outdoor practice spaces, including a serene open-air shala nestled among the trees. The ocean is just a short drive away, with access to wild beaches, coastal trails, and breathtaking landscapes. With its tranquil atmosphere, natural beauty, and supportive environment, Cocoon Portugal is the perfect place to immerse yourself fully in this transformative journey.

The training will be conducted in English.

200-HOUR CURRICULUM

Yoga Training, Techniques, and Practice

• Asana
• Pranayama
• Meditation

Anatomy and Physiology

• Skeletal and muscular system
• Nervous system
• Joint movements
• Respiratory system
• Applied Anatomy
• Biomechanics
• Energetic alignment

Yoga Philosophy and Ethics

• History of yoga
• Yoga philosophy
• Yoga ethics 

Teaching Methodology

• Sequencing, pacing, cueing
• Class management
• Teaching practice
• Working with injuries and special needs
• Teaching beginners
• Hands-on assists

The Business of Yoga

• Ethical commitment
• General professionalism
• Marketing and promotion
• Insurance, invoicing

TRAINING STRUCTURE

The training runs from January to March 2027 and is divided into two main components, combining weekend sessions in Brussels with an immersive retreat in Portugal.

Brussels Weekends

• January: 15, 16, 17
• January: 23, 24
• January: 30, 31
• March: 6, 7
• March: 13, 14
• March: 19, 20, 21

Daily schedule: 8:00 – 12:30 / 14:00 – 18:00

Please note: The first and last of the Brussels weekends include Friday. 

Portugal Immersion (Cocoon)
12 – 20 February

The training days during the Portugal immersion are 13 – 19 February. The tentative daily schedule will be 7:30 – 9:30 / 10:30 – 13:30 / 15:00 – 19:00. 12 and 20 February are considered as travel days.

This retreat includes:

• 8 nights accommodation
• 7 full days of training
• Full board meals 

Additionally, there will be a self-study component of approximately 20 hours, consisting of homework, assignments, and self-asana practice.

Attendance of all training days and training sessions is required in order to obtain the 200-hour Yoga Alliance certification.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

The best airports to fly into for this training are Faro and Lisbon International Airports. They both have direct connections from and to Brussels. The transfer to Cocoon from these airports takes approximately 1h40 from Faro and 2h30 from Lisbon. Arrival and departure days (Feb 12 & Feb 20) are dedicated to travel. 

Participants should arrange their own transportation to the retreat. If you need assistance organizing your travel from and to the airport in Portugal, we are happy to help facilitate your transfer arrangements via Cocoon’s contact.

INVESTMENT & REGISTRATION

Details:

• Prices are intended per person
• The early bird rate is reserved to the first 8 people who book the training and pay the deposit. First come, first served basis.
• All single, double, and triple rooms include a private bathroom.
• Double Rooms can be arranged as a double bed (ideal for couples) or two single beds (perfect for friends or solo travellers sharing)
• Triple Rooms include three single beds.
• Double Rooms with Shared Bathroom: One bathroom is shared between two rooms. Maximum of 4 people per shared bathroom

Pricing includes: 

• 8-night accommodation at Cocoon Portugal
• Full board in Portugal: Breakfast, lunch, dinner + unlimited mineral water and snacks
• 200-hour training with Bruce and Elena
• Training manuals and yoga equipment
• Accredited certification with Yoga Alliance 

To secure your spot, a non-refundable €500 deposit is required and will be deducted from the final amount. 

We offer payment plans to split the cost into three installments + the deposit. All payments must be completed by 15 November 2026. 

To register, please email us at hi@thehouseofyoga.eu

Cancellation policy:

• Up to 60 days before the start of the training (i.e. 15 November 2026): Full refund, minus the non-refundable deposit.
• Up to 30 days before the start of the training (i.e. 15 December 2026): 50% refund, minus the non-refundable deposit.
• After 30 days before the start of the training: No refunds will be issued.

INFO SESSION

Join our free information session to learn more about the training, meet the teachers, and ask any questions:

DATE: Friday, 24 April

TIME: 18:00

Free (booking required)