Yoga Lifestyle & Wisdom Course
An immersive experience in yogic living — everything from philosophy and meditation to breathwork and energy practices — without the certification track.
What better way to study, than immersed in the warm & vibrant culture of Mexico?
April 15th - 24th
with Online Zoom Weekends March 20th-22nd + May 15th-17th
(option to watch recordings)
with Online Zoom Weekends March 20th-22nd + May 15th-17th
(option to watch recordings)
Zoom Weekend Days & Hours: Fridays 4 Hours | Saturdays & Sundays 7 Hours
Intensive? What's it all about?
Why This Experience?
Are you called to deepen your connection to yoga — your daily life, your breath, your mind, your body — without the pressure of becoming a teacher?
Are We Studying By Ourselves?
This course runs concurrently with our Yoga Teacher Training Certification program. They will be learning asana breakdown and teaching the postures as well as philosophy of teaching yoga. You will have free time during these modules every day.
Our Yoga Lifestyle & Wisdom Course in Mexico meets you where you are. This offering gives you the rich tapestry of yogic living — philosophy, meditation, kriya, pranayama, energy work, Ayurveda, mantra and more — all while enjoying sunshine, connection, and inner transformation.
Living yoga is more than just postures. It’s a way of being — a rhythm of breath, presence, self-study, and heart-opening community.
Your typical day:
6:30 meditation
7:00 coffee & fruit
7:30 Yoga Class
9:00 Breakfast
10:00 Book Club
10:45 Active Coursework (sometimes it will be posture breakdown for the YTT group so you'll have FREE time)
12:30 Light Lunch and FREE TIME to beach, nap, read, hike, write
4:30 Active coursework
5:30 Dinner
6:15 Book Club
7:00 Active Coursework (more on the Gentle Side)
8:30 Guided Meditation or Gentle Yoga Class
Are you called to deepen your connection to yoga — your daily life, your breath, your mind, your body — without the pressure of becoming a teacher?
Are We Studying By Ourselves?
This course runs concurrently with our Yoga Teacher Training Certification program. They will be learning asana breakdown and teaching the postures as well as philosophy of teaching yoga. You will have free time during these modules every day.
Our Yoga Lifestyle & Wisdom Course in Mexico meets you where you are. This offering gives you the rich tapestry of yogic living — philosophy, meditation, kriya, pranayama, energy work, Ayurveda, mantra and more — all while enjoying sunshine, connection, and inner transformation.
Living yoga is more than just postures. It’s a way of being — a rhythm of breath, presence, self-study, and heart-opening community.
Your typical day:
6:30 meditation
7:00 coffee & fruit
7:30 Yoga Class
9:00 Breakfast
10:00 Book Club
10:45 Active Coursework (sometimes it will be posture breakdown for the YTT group so you'll have FREE time)
12:30 Light Lunch and FREE TIME to beach, nap, read, hike, write
4:30 Active coursework
5:30 Dinner
6:15 Book Club
7:00 Active Coursework (more on the Gentle Side)
8:30 Guided Meditation or Gentle Yoga Class
We'll guide your yoga journey through the ancient teachings of
Himalayan Kriya Kundalini, Energy Medicine Yoga & our foundation
of Meditation in ways adaptable to modern life.
This Lifestyle Immersion runs concurrently with our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, sharing the same retreat environment, daily rhythm, and many of the experiential offerings, while remaining a non-certification, non-teaching track designed for personal growth and embodied yogic living.
Your time in Mexico will be filled with abundant experiences where you will explore the most inner depths
of yourselves through a deep dive into the yogic teachings, delicious yoga practices, amazing connections with
your fellow students all set in some of the most gorgeous places this Universe has to offer.
You'll find time for a bit of rest and relaxation and whole lot of love and laughter!
Himalayan Kriya Kundalini, Energy Medicine Yoga & our foundation
of Meditation in ways adaptable to modern life.
This Lifestyle Immersion runs concurrently with our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, sharing the same retreat environment, daily rhythm, and many of the experiential offerings, while remaining a non-certification, non-teaching track designed for personal growth and embodied yogic living.
Your time in Mexico will be filled with abundant experiences where you will explore the most inner depths
of yourselves through a deep dive into the yogic teachings, delicious yoga practices, amazing connections with
your fellow students all set in some of the most gorgeous places this Universe has to offer.
You'll find time for a bit of rest and relaxation and whole lot of love and laughter!
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While this course is not designed to train you to teach yoga, you will be immersed in a wide range of yogic experiences so the wisdom becomes embodied rather than intellectual.
We will explore Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, Restorative, and Trauma-Informed practices, along with the ancient science of Ayurveda, allowing you to feel how different approaches support the nervous system, energy body, and overall well-being. You will be gently guided through postures and transitions, developing a deeper understanding of how movement and stillness support balance and vitality. Whether your intention is personal growth, spiritual expansion, or deepening your relationship with yoga as a lifestyle, you will leave feeling confident in creating a practice that meets you in every season of life. This immersive experience is designed to help the teachings land not just in your mind, but in your daily choices, rhythms, and relationships. The insight, presence, and tools you gain will continue to support you long after you return home — empowering meaningful, lasting change wherever your path leads. |
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The best Part?
The greatest gift of this immersion is not just the knowledge you gain, but the way it reshapes how you live. You’ll leave with practical tools, embodied wisdom, and a personal practice that supports you long after the experience ends.
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Content
Living yoga is more than just postures.
It’s a way of being — a rhythm of breath, presence, self-study, and heart-opening community.
This course is perfect for:
✨ Practitioners who want deeper personal practice
✨ Seekers of spiritual growth and embodied presence
✨ Yoga lovers who want to expand their practice beyond the mat
✨ Anyone drawn to meditation, breath, and yogic philosophy
It’s a way of being — a rhythm of breath, presence, self-study, and heart-opening community.
This course is perfect for:
✨ Practitioners who want deeper personal practice
✨ Seekers of spiritual growth and embodied presence
✨ Yoga lovers who want to expand their practice beyond the mat
✨ Anyone drawn to meditation, breath, and yogic philosophy
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The BEST way to learn anatomy - surrounded by fresh salty air & loads of sunshine!
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Textbook List
These magical texts (except no need to purchase Inspired Yoga Teacher, Science of YOGA) required for the course, are not included in the cost of your training. Amazon links are provided below.
Autobiography of a Yogi will be read prior to our trip - this is the only book that does not need to be brought to Mexico.
Autobiography of a Yogi will be read prior to our trip - this is the only book that does not need to be brought to Mexico.
Details, Details, Details
Want to bring your own roommate to Mexico?
IF there is room, they can stay for the week and experience our morning meditation & yoga practice, eat three organic meals per day and enjoy their days in leisure, meeting up with you every afternoon!
Cost for your roommate is just $1,100. (What an amazing deal!) Email Shelle if this is an option you'd like to consider!
IF there is room, they can stay for the week and experience our morning meditation & yoga practice, eat three organic meals per day and enjoy their days in leisure, meeting up with you every afternoon!
Cost for your roommate is just $1,100. (What an amazing deal!) Email Shelle if this is an option you'd like to consider!
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The small village of Manzanilla is a quiet fishing community on the Pacific beach of Mexico, full of relaxing simple sites to take in.
TRAVEL
Flights to Mexico are not included in the cost of this training. We will fly into the La Manzanilla ( ZLO ) airport. Arrival date is April 15th | Departure date is April 24th On arrival, we'll have a quick 45-minute ride through mango groves and banana plantations as we make our way to our destination for the week! (There is no additional cost for the shuttle transport.) |
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Our simple accommodations are just this side of heaven.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Rooted amongst cobblestone streets, just three blocks from the beach in the heart of La Manzanilla, Mexico awaits our Yoga Teacher Training destination. We have space for a maximum of 8 students and we want YOU to join us! Our Lifestyle & Wisdom Immersion will be held at an amazing private home that has been set up for gatherings and retreats just like ours! This amazing space is a gorgeous three-level home, equipped with 4 bedrooms with two twin beds each. Each of our students will have a roommate. There are three kitchens and three bathrooms in our little slice of paradise. The many outdoor spaces give different angles for perspective and reflection to find yourself home away from home. The views skim the ocean sunset through a thick layer of palms and backdrop of the Sierra Madre mountains. |
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BEACH & ATTRACTIONS
During our training, we'll have every afternoon to explore as you wish. Just a few blocks from our villa, the beach is picturesque and quiet, cuddled up in a welcoming bay. With over two miles of uninterrupted oceanfront, it's perfect for long walks lined with plush palms! Or choose to enjoy a margarita at one of the many quaint beachfront palapa restaurants. The beach of La Manzanilla is special to us because of the peaceful environment and calming, quite vibes, world-renowned sunsets, making it the perfect backdrop for our Lifestyle & Wisdom experience. A Crocodile refuge located on the north side of town is an easy 30-minute stroll & costs only 35 Pesos. On the south side of town there is a moderate hike up a river bed through the jungle to a fresh water pool fed by a miniature waterfall. The doors of Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion Catholic church locate in the town square are always open. Every Friday local vendors gather around the Hardine (town square) full of fresh produce, arts and crafts, jewelry and local fair. |
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MEALS
Most all meals will be covered while at Casa Amiga. A late breakfast and early dinner will be typical for us, with the addition of fresh juices and fruits to snack on throughout the day if needed. We promise, you'll eat well and won't go hungry! All dietary restrictions are welcome and considered. |
Investment in You
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Lifestyle & Wisdom Investment - Lodging, Food, Transformation $1900
You will be able to pay your $500 registration deposit at any time. You may pay the remaining balance of your tuition, room and board in one final payment or in four separate payments.
Don't want to pay in Full? No problem!
A $500 deposit is due to reserve your space. Please note that participants are responsible for booking their own airfare.
This cost is not covered as part of the teacher training or accommodations. Following Your $500 Deposit, Your Remaining Payment Schedule will be worked out with Shelle.
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You'll want to be sure your Passport is up to date and ready to travel!
If you need to renew or submit a new application, start working on those, now!
If you need to renew or submit a new application, start working on those, now!
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FAQ's
Do I need yoga experience?
Nope! It honestly doesn't matter if you've never practiced yoga before. This is why we're going - to immerse you into this yogic lifestyle and to teach you all that we can to help you dive in, head first into this journey of yoga. Can I choose my roommate? Casa Amiga is a large house with 4 bedrooms which means everyone will have a roommate. We think it's one of the most fun parts of the experience, actually! And since there are plenty of nooks, patios, and common spaces for everyone to spread out you'll have a nice balance of group time with other participants. If you'd like to room with someone in particular, let us know ahead of time and we'll work to make it happen. What do I need to bring? Pack your fun pants, baby! We're heading to Mexico! Seriously though...think about packing light! We're heading toward the sun. Here's a few suggestions to get you started: |
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Yoga Clothes
Your Yoga Mat
Required Yoga Texts
Note taking materials and extra journal
Additional non-yoga clothing for when you need a little break from those yoga pants.
Sunscreen
Your Yoga Mat
Required Yoga Texts
Note taking materials and extra journal
Additional non-yoga clothing for when you need a little break from those yoga pants.
Sunscreen
We're happy to answer any questions on items you may or may not need. Just ask!
Reach out if you have any interest in purchasing a Jade Yoga Travel Mat.
They're a little lighter and fold neatly into your travel bag or suitcase!
They're a little lighter and fold neatly into your travel bag or suitcase!
Meet Shelle, Your Retreat Guide
E-RYT 500, Owner of Yoga Hive Montana, Founder/Owner of Mountain Song Yoga,
2021, 2022 Best of Whitefish Yoga Instructor
2021, 2022 Best of Whitefish Yoga Instructor
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Practicing yoga for more than 20 years, Shelle Kuntz is a living testament that yoga has the power to keep you centered and nourished despite all the ups and downs that life may throw at you.
Passionate about the unlimited benefits and potential of yoga, Shelle believes that yoga and its teachings are a blessing for us all and she is eager to share her love and knowledge with you. Shelle is an E-RYT 500 in the Himalayan Tantric Tradition with certification in Energy Medicine Yoga, Himalayan Kriya Kundalini, SUP Yoga, and Yoga for Pregnancy. Known for her unbridled positivity and unique ability to spread love and light into any situation, Shelle’s classes offer mindfulness, breath work, and a thoughtful flow of movement sprinkled with wisdom and joy. She views the spirituality and science of yoga as an avenue for each of us to find our true selves, increase our awareness about the world around us, and elevate our consciousness. Rest assured you will her leave her classes feeling positive, |
Shelle & Lead Teacher, Hillary in Mexico April 2025.
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Your guides Maria, Hillary and Shelle, enjoying an evening walk on the beach during our Mexico YTT in April 2024.
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refreshed, and ready for whatever lies ahead. Having the opportunity to travel the world over, Shelle has a deep respect for all cultures and brings a breadth of wisdom and insight to each of her classes.
Since 2000, Shelle has lived in Whitefish, Montana with her husband and beloved golden retrievers and together they have raised three beautiful children who are independent thinkers currently making the world a better place, each in their own way. In addition to yoga, Shelle’s favorite activities include gardening, hiking with friends, making music, volunteering, and spending time with her grandbabies, Teddy, Henry, Dot and Finley. |
