200 hr YOGA TEACHER TRAINING, BRAZIL
3rd to 25th of April 2026
21st of November to 13th of December 2026
📍 Bahia | Itacaré
Why This Training Transforms Lives
Yoga becomes most powerful when it is used — in the nervous system, in relationships, in work, in health, and in everyday choices. Our YOOL approach means you will:
✔ Build confidence teaching safely and intelligently
✔ Understand how yoga principles translate into daily wellbeing
✔ Integrate lifestyle practices that support resilience and clarity
✔ Cultivate emotional balance and embodied presence
Completion doesn’t just yield a certificate — it equips you with skills you can live and teach anywhere in the world with integrity and depth.
Who This Is For
This training welcomes committed practitioners with at least 6–12 months of consistent practice. Whether you are:
Aspiring to teach with confidence
Deepening your practice and life skills
Expanding your understanding of yoga beyond the physical
you’ll find this training both rich in content and empowering in experience.
Daily Experience + Environment
Practice with Purpose in Beautiful Itacaré, Brazil
Nestled between lush jungle, rivers, and golden beaches, your training environment complements the learning: space to focus, breath to unwind, and nature to inspire. Your accommodation at Villa Estrela enriches your experience with comfort and community, creating a setting supportive of both study and reflection.
Below a video "A day in the YTT”:
Travel Logistics
Choose between flying to Ilheus or Salvador. With easy access from either airport, we're here to assist in making your journey seamless. From Ilheus you will take a 1 hour cab ride to Itacaré. From Salvador, your options take about 6 hours. The Soulful Kind would be happy to help you organize a reliable cab from Ilheus or Salvador.
Feed your soul.
Immerse yourself in the experience of yoga in the tropical beauty of Itacaré.
Villa Estrela: Your Sanctuary
Experience comfort in modern Scandinavian-designed bungalows surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Located just 50 meters from Concha Beach, our oasis-like setting enriches your daily practice. The Yoga studio is just outside of your window and inside your bungalow you find a fully equipped kitchen, a living room with a dining area, a spacious bathroom, a comfortable bedroom, a bed with a deluxe mosquito net and a balcony or patio with a jungle view or garden. Also including Air Con, WiFi, Cable TV and kitchen supplies. All rooms are private with a lot of space for you to rewind and re-energize on your own.
Inclusive Package
200-hour program tuition accedited by the Yoga Alliance
Your training manual
22-nights accommodation
Breakfast
Surf class
Profound mind-body training
Cacau Ceremony & Sound Bath
Your teachers
Bella Estrela
Bella, co-owner of The Soulful Kind and an experienced retreat leader, a 500 hour E-RYT and YACEP yoga teacher trainer, and SUP Yoga instructor, brings profound expertise and passion to this sacred space. Originally from Sweden, she has woven her understanding of yoga into the Itacaré community since 2015. With a philosophy extending beyond postures, Bella invites students to explore yoga as a holistic path to self-discovery. Her dedicated practice and commitment to transformative learning create an environment where boundaries dissolve. Bella loves using yoga to lead a balanced life and will teach you tools to regulate energy, fostering strength and health in your body.
Luiza Vianna
Luiza Vianna, a seasoned yoga instructor, brings a dynamic approach to her teachings with expertise in Vinyasa Yoga and Yin Yoga. Trained in these diverse disciplines, Luiza's classes offer a holistic blend of energizing flow and deep, meditative practices. What sets her apart is her specialization as an adjustment expert. As the leader of the daily asana clinic, Luiza guides students in gaining an in-depth understanding of adjustment and alignment techniques, ensuring that practitioners not only refine their poses but also develop a heightened awareness of their bodies.
Lygia Calvet
Lygia Calvet, an experienced yoga instructor, artfully combines her expertise in Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga with a touch of mystique. Trained in ancient traditions, Lygia infuses her classes with a unique blend of physical, mental, and spiritual exploration. What sets her apart is the integration of astrology and a profound understanding of the seven chakras into her teaching methodology. This distinctive approach adds depth, offering students not only physical benefits but also a transformative journey towards self-discovery and energetic balance.
Amanda Lume
Amanda Lume is our Vinyasa Yoga teacher—and what many lovingly call the “yoga mama” of the group. Born and raised in the capital, she moved to Itacaré in 2018 to follow her dream of living close to the ocean and surfing in paradise. Amanda brings a uniquely gentle, nurturing energy to the YTT journey, offering each student personalized care and heartfelt support, alongside teaching morning practices and theory classes. Her deep connection to spirituality, meditation, and subtle energy creates a soulful bridge between body and spirit in every class she leads.
Jordan Majdalani
Jordan Majdalani, is a speech-language pathologist and mindset coach deeply immersed in the realm of holistic well-being. Originally from Chicago and presently calling Brazil home, Jordan's journey has guided him toward certifications in yoga, neurolinguistic programming (NLP), and Ayurveda. As the founder of an online coaching business, Jordan weaves together the wisdom of modern science and ancient practices. In this space, clients are empowered to reprogram subconscious patterns, deeply understand their mind-body connection, and confidently step into their most authentic selves.
Charlotte Eivesteen
As co-owner of The Soulful Kind and a seasoned yoga instructor with over a decade of experience, Charlotte leads all online content for our training. Hailing from Sweden, she infuses her classes with Scandinavian warmth and expertise. Her nurturing guidance ensures that participants, whether seasoned yogis or beginners, embark on a fulfilling and transformative experience.
Join a Global Community of Thoughtful Practitioners
If you’re ready to step into a more informed, authentic, and empowered expression of yoga — for yourself and others — this training is your path forward.
👉 Reserve your place in this transformative educational experience.