Apprentice with Julia at the upcoming PYTT in Guatemala - January 24-31, 2026.

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Awakened Spirit Yoga

We offer educational programs to experience yoga and mindfulness as powerful paths of healing, inner inquiry and transformation.

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Our Offerings

Prenatal & Postnatal

Answer your calling to support the birth journey with a variety of Prenatal & Postnatal yoga trainings, with an option to become a certified Doula. In-person & online, plus available in a self-paced format.

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Yoga Teacher Trainings

We offer in-person 200 HR trainings in Guatemala, Costa Rica & California. Our 300 HR Advanced Yoga Teacher Training includes mentorship & career support.

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Continuing Education

Advance your practice & teachings with our courses to deepen your offerings including topics such as Trauma-Informed Yoga & Advanced Philosophy.

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What our students say​

Sharna Pinkney
Sharna PinkneyPerth Australia
"During my YTT, I gained a deeper insight and understanding into who I am and how I want to show up in the world. My life now feels so much more aligned and in flow with my values and my true nature. My yoga practice supports me to slow down and tune in, stay grounded while traveling, and is my sense of 'home' no matter where I am. I make conscious decisions that align with my truth, resulting in shifts in relationships, lifestyle, home, and career."

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Daniella Azencot
Daniella AzencotSan Diego, United States
After the Sacred Earth YTT, I experienced a transformation towards greater self-awareness, patience, and the permission to rest. This was a major shift for me, as I was previously always in "go mode". The training helped me become more mindful of my stressors and taught me how to respond to them. I learned to take it one day at a time and simply be present. The month flies by, but the skills I acquired will last a lifetime."

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Zoë Evans
Zoë EvansToronto, Canada
My experience with awakened spirit yoga was the journey of a lifetime. The leadership course was challenging, but those difficulties brought me to new places that I was not aware I could reach. The structure of the course was genuine and unique and julia’s passion for the environment was contagious. I left feeling more confident in my choices and absolutely motivated to pursue environmental activism.

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Michael Peterson
Michael PetersonPittsburg, United States
Understanding the deeper yogic philosophy, the deeper meaning of the posters, and how to build my own personal practice has been a great learning opportunity. If you are looking to grow, you’re looking to learn, and you’re looking to deepen your practice and connection with the earth, this is the place to come.

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Inspiring locations

Discover the breathtaking locations that await you on our yoga courses. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala, the lush rainforests of Costa Rica, and the picturesque California coast as you deepen your practice and connect with your inner self.

 

With four unique locations to choose from, our yoga programs offer a truly unforgettable experience. Explore the section on the right to learn more.

Inspiring locations

Discover the breathtaking locations that await you on our yoga courses. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala, the lush rainforests of Costa Rica, and the picturesque California coast as you deepen your practice and connect with your inner self.

 

With four unique locations to choose from, our yoga programs offer a truly unforgettable experience. Explore the section on the right to learn more.

Bambu Guest house

Tzununa Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

Teravana Retreat Center

California, United States

Locations yoga forest

The Yoga Forest

San Marcos Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

Blue Osa

Tzununa Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

Discover the breathtaking locations that await you on our yoga courses. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala, the lush rainforests of Costa Rica, and the picturesque California coast as you deepen your practice and connect with your inner self.

 

With four unique locations to choose from, our yoga programs offer a truly unforgettable experience. Explore the section on the right to learn more.

Bambu Guest house

Tzununa Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

Teravana Retreat Center

California, United States
Locations yoga forest

The Yoga Forest

San Marcos Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

Blue Osa

Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica

We envision an inner and outer world in alignment with our highest selves and believe that when we take our yoga practice off the mat, we deepen intimacy with all aspects of life.

Julia Forest

Founder Awakened Spirit Yoga

 

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We provide courses that are delivered both at inspiring locations across the world and online. As a result you can begin your course today. Curious what courses are available online?

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