How to Lead a Yoga Retreat

Create transformative experiences with My Vinyasa Practice’s How to Lead a Yoga Retreat course, a self-paced online yoga and wellness course designed for yoga teachers and wellness professionals who want to confidently plan and facilitate impactful retreats. This specialty training offers a comprehensive curriculum that blends practical business tools with yogic principles to help you design retreats that inspire connection, growth, and renewal. You’ll learn how to choose the perfect location, develop immersive itineraries, manage logistics and budgeting, and market your retreat effectively to attract participants. The course also explores how to hold space for group dynamics, create meaningful programming, and integrate mindfulness and yoga practices into every aspect of the retreat experience. By the end of this training, you’ll be equipped with the skills and confidence to plan, organize, and lead yoga retreats that are both professionally rewarding and deeply transformative for your students. Whether you dream of hosting local weekend getaways or international destinations, this course gives you the tools to bring your vision to life.

Why Train with My Vinyasa Practice?

Founded by Michelle Young, C-IAYT, MVP blends ancient yogic wisdom with modern science, offering a unique learning experience that is accessible to students of all backgrounds, regardless of location, income, or experience level. We prioritize inclusivity by offering flexible, self-paced online yoga certifications that meet students where they are, regardless of their location, background, or schedule. All courses are thoughtfully designed and Yoga Alliance-accredited, ensuring that students gain both credibility and practical skills to support personal growth and professional advancement.

✅ Yoga Alliance Approved
✅ Lifetime Access & Ongoing Support

Why Choose Our How to Lead a Yoga Retreat course?

At My Vinyasa Practice, we believe in empowering yoga teachers and wellness professionals with accessible, evidence-informed training that blends practical expertise with yogic wisdom. Our How to Lead a Yoga Retreat course offers more than just the logistics of planning a retreat—it provides a transformative journey into creating meaningful, immersive experiences that inspire connection, growth, and lasting impact for both you and your students.

Emily Watson

I had always dreamed of leading yoga retreats but didn’t know where to start. This course broke down every step of the process—choosing a location, budgeting, marketing, and even handling group dynamics. I just hosted my first retreat, and it was a huge success thanks to this training!

Danielle Jenkins

I loved how practical this course was. It provided clear, actionable steps while also emphasizing the heart of retreat leadership: creating a transformative experience. I feel so much more confident in planning and promoting retreats now and can’t wait to host my first one next spring.

Jamie Willis

This course gave me the tools and confidence to finally launch my yoga retreat. The lessons on marketing and itinerary planning were incredibly helpful, and I appreciated the focus on holding space for students in a retreat setting. I feel prepared and excited to create meaningful experiences for my community.

What Sets My Vinyasa Practice Apart?

What sets My Vinyasa Practice apart isn’t just our accessible tuition or comprehensive curriculum—it’s our commitment to meeting students where they are and empowering them to grow in ways that are meaningful, sustainable, and self-directed. With lifetime access to course materials, real-time feedback from experienced mentors, and Yoga Alliance-approved certifications, our programs are designed to support you through every stage of your journey—whether you’re just beginning, deepening your personal practice, or advancing your professional path as a yoga teacher or therapist. 

How to Lead a Yoga Retreat

Create transformative experiences with My Vinyasa Practice’s How to Lead a Yoga Retreat course, a self-paced online course designed for yoga teachers and wellness professionals who want to confidently plan and facilitate impactful retreats. This specialty training offers a comprehensive curriculum that blends practical business tools with yogic principles to help you design retreats that inspire connection, growth, and renewal. You’ll learn how to choose the perfect location, develop immersive itineraries, manage logistics and budgeting, and market your retreat effectively to attract participants. 

Why Train with My Vinyasa Practice?

Founded by Michelle Young, C-IAYT, MVP blends ancient yogic wisdom with modern science, offering a unique learning experience that is accessible to students of all backgrounds, regardless of location, income, or experience level. We prioritize inclusivity by offering flexible, self-paced online yoga certifications that meet students where they are, regardless of their location, background, or schedule. All courses are thoughtfully designed and Yoga Alliance-accredited, ensuring that students gain both credibility and practical skills to support personal growth and professional advancement.

✅ Yoga Alliance Approved
✅ Lifetime Access & Ongoing Support

What You'll Learn

My Vinyasa Practice teaches traditional yogic principles and history, and offers the most authentic yoga teacher training available.
  • Creating Your Retreat Vision
  • Getting to Know Your Niche Audience
  • Planning Timeline
  • Choosing a Location and Venue
  • Group Size and Staff Size
  • Activities and Excursions
  • Planning for Food Options and Guest Dietary Needs
  • Retreat Activities Insurance, Legal Forms
  • Budgeting and Pricing Your Retreat
  • Creating a Balanced Itinerary

What You'll Learn

My Vinyasa Practice teaches traditional yogic principles and history, and offers the most authentic course experience possible.
  • Creating Your Yoga Retreat Vision
  • Getting to Know Your Niche Audience
  • Planning Timeline
  • Choosing a Location and Venue
  • Group Size and Staff Size
  • Planning for Food Options and Guest Dietary Needs
  • Yoga Retreat Activities 
  • Insurance, Legal Forms
  • Budgeting and Pricing Your Yoga Retreat
  • Activities and Excursions
  • Group Facilitation: Cohesion & Holding Space
  • Building a Solid Sales Page that Sells: Elements to Include
  • Marketing and Selling Your Retreat
  • Post-Retreat Follow Up

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How to Lead a Yoga Retreat

Do you dream of leading transformative yoga and wellness retreats, but you aren’t sure where to start? Or maybe you’re unsure how to fill them?

This specialty training guides you through every step of planning a yoga retreat, starting with defining your vision for the yoga retreat, working out all the logistical details and legal considerations, and guiding you in what steps to take following a retreat! The magic is truly in the details when it comes to leading a yoga retreat, and this specialty course will walk you through every step so that you can feel confident, prepared, and know that you have truly thought of everything to make it a success!

Join us in this transformative journey and become a confident and skilled yoga retreat leader, ready to create meaningful experiences that leave your students inspired and transformed.
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How to Lead a Yoga Retreat

Course Type

Specialty Lesson Series

Course Style

Self-paced & remote

Learners

Join a community of 60.000+ international students

Support

Live Support during business hours with various weekly live calls

Course Details

  • Min. 2 weeks
  • Prerecorded Lectures
  • Ebooks
  • 1:1 Support
  • Mentorship

Materials Needed

All manuals and digital course materials included.
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Your Instructor

Tara Reyna is a 500-hr certified yoga instructor and mental health professional who has created and co-facilitated over 20 retreats, including personal development and yoga retreats. As a National Certified Counselor, Tara has worked primarily with the military population, including those bereaved by the loss of a service-member. She has also worked with trauma clients, those living with anxiety and depression, and currently offers group coaching to individuals seeking a “sober curious” lifestyle. Tara has completed several trainings in trauma-informed care, somatic practices, suicide prevention, yoga for military, and experiential education. She believes that group experiences including retreats are an invaluable part of one’s healing journey.

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Emily Watson

I had always dreamed of leading yoga retreats but didn’t know where to start. This course broke down every step of the process—choosing a location, budgeting, marketing, and even handling group dynamics. I just hosted my first retreat, and it was a huge success thanks to this training!

Danielle Jenkins

I loved how practical this course was. It provided clear, actionable steps while also emphasizing the heart of retreat leadership: creating a transformative experience. I feel so much more confident in planning and promoting retreats now and can’t wait to host my first one next spring.

Jamie Willis

This course gave me the tools and confidence to finally launch my yoga retreat. The lessons on marketing and itinerary planning were incredibly helpful, and I appreciated the focus on holding space for students in a retreat setting. I feel prepared and excited to create meaningful experiences for my community.

Our Teachers

The entire program is guided by Tara Reyna, a certified Mental Health Therapist, experienced retreat leader and 200-hour certified Yoga Teacher. 

Flexible Training

Register anytime and work at your own pace. All required texts are included in electronic format. Students will receive access to pre-recorded video lectures, asana practices with Michelle, written content, as well as PDF downloads to support your learning experience.

Personalized Training

Unlock your potential with MVP's personalized online courses and trainings. Our expert instructors provide one-on-one guidance, tailored to your unique learning style and goals. Experience a transformative journey with customized content and exceptional results.
Take your learning with you - anywhere, anytime.

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LEARN HOW TO LEAD A YOGA RETREAT

Passionate about sharing the transformative power of yoga and creating life-changing experiences for others? Our How to Lead a Yoga Retreat course provides you with the tools and knowledge to design and facilitate meaningful yoga retreats that inspire and rejuvenate. You’ll learn how to curate the perfect retreat experience, from choosing the ideal location and crafting schedules, to leading impactful yoga sessions and fostering a nurturing environment. Whether you're new to leading retreats or looking to enhance your skills, this course equips you to create a safe, empowering space for participants to deepen their practice, connect with themselves, and leave feeling revitalized.
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WHY A YOGA RETREAT?

Are you ready to take your passion for yoga to the next level and create unforgettable experiences for others? Learning how to lead a yoga retreat can be a powerful way to deepen your practice, connect with like-minded individuals, and share your knowledge in an immersive, transformative setting. This course gives you the expertise to design and lead retreats that offer more than just yoga sessions—they provide an opportunity for participants to rejuvenate, reflect, and grow. Whether you want to offer peaceful escapes in nature, focus on mindfulness, or create healing spaces for personal development, leading a yoga retreat allows you to combine your love for yoga with meaningful travel experiences.
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Our students love MVP's approach to learning

"This course gave me the confidence and tools to lead my very first yoga retreat! It was an incredible experience for both me and the participants, and I’m already planning my next one!"
Rachel H.
"Learning how to design a yoga retreat has been a game-changer. Not only did I gain practical skills, but I also deepened my understanding of how to create meaningful, transformative spaces for others."
Alex C.
"I’ve always dreamed of leading a retreat but never knew where to start. This course covered everything from planning to execution, and I feel fully prepared to create life-changing experiences for others."
Olivia T. 
"This course helped me bring my vision to life. I’m now able to craft a retreat that not only challenges my participants physically but also nurtures their emotional and spiritual growth."
Georgia F.

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Our Teachers

The entire program is guided by Tara Reyna, RYT-500 and mental health professional.

Flexible Training

Register anytime and work at your own pace. All required texts are included in electronic format. Students will receive access to pre-recorded video lectures, asana practices with Michelle, written content, as well as PDF downloads to support your learning experience. 

Personalized Coaching

Unlock your potential with MVP's personalized online courses and trainings. Our expert instructors provide one-on-one guidance, tailored to your unique learning style and goals. Experience a transformative journey with customized content and exceptional results.
Take your learning with you - anywhere, anytime.

Download The MVP School App

Manage your courses directly from your dashboard and keep your curriculum available for on-the-go learning. 
  • A button to download the MVP School App from the App Store
  • A button to download the MVP School App from the Google Store

Get Started Now!

Make your inbox happy!

Join our newsletter to get yoga tips, upcoming retreats, workshops, and more.
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