Raw Shakti is an internationally Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance.  In addition to being a yoga school, we are also a Yoga Adventure Travel Company based in Samoa, the heart of the South Pacific, and have been chosen as one of the Top 5 Adventure Retreat companies in the world by the UK Times Newspaper, 2007.

What makes this program so special?

• Comprehensive yoga teacher training curriculum
• Experience teaching and practicing yoga around the world
• World-class expertise gained through customising retreats and workshops
• Unique integration of ancient Samoan knowledge and practices

The Raw Shakti Yoga Teacher Trainings are based on the classic eight limbs of Yoga of Patanjali. This ancient knowledge is now accessible to the modern yoga practitioner. The Raw Shakti School's goals are to teach people to tap into their shakti, or inner essential nature, to offer a strong classical education in the ancient teachings of yoga, and to share knowledge on how to practice these ancient teachings today for an optimum healthy and happy life. The training is dedicated to teaching a holistic yoga lifestyle. Teaching from the Vinyasa lineage and from study with some of the top yoga teachers and gurus worldwide, having been raised by a Yoga Teacher parent and living the yoga lifestyle, we are pleased to now share with you our yoga teacher trainings in Samoa.

This Yoga Teacher Training is a way to deepen your practice, learn about the yoga lifestyle and study the fundamentals of yoga. You will be trained in yoga philosophy and how to integrate it into your life during this experientially based course. Upon completion, you will be a Registered Yoga Teacher with an internationally recognized qualification to lead Raw Shakti Yoga classes.

We invite you to be a part of this life enhancing experience through meditation, pranayama, asana, vegetarian meals, daily activities, and application of yoga theory into daily yoga living. We invite you to open your heart to connect with the essence of our universe, compassion and love. You are advised to live the yoga lifestyle during your training and to experience all paths of yoga; Raja Yoga, Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, and Jnana Yoga. You will learn about virtues, strength, balance, serenity, peace, joy, contentment, and wisdom. The Raw Shakti style is based on Vinyasa (the flow of breath and movement combined together in a meditative way) and Yin yoga. From this place of embracing where you are now physically and mentally, you will be encouraged to evolve in a way that uplifts and encourages your best self to shine forth. You will have an experience of truly healthy living.

Often people take a yoga teacher training to find out more about the life they want--a life that will bring them the most joy and fulfillment. In other words, once you learn about yoga and cultivating balance in your own practice then that balance more naturally flows in others areas of your life. Whether you aim to become a yoga teacher or to just deepen your practice, this training is a great way to increase your knowledge about yoga. You will purify your mind and body with the healthy yoga diet, postures, breathing, relaxation, and positive thinking.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Does the cost of the training include everything?

The cost of the training includes food, accommodation, and yoga training once you arrive at the hotel.

Transfer from the airport to the hotel can be arranged for extra cost. Any drinks other than water are not included and any extra trips, hiring snorkeling gear (we recommend you bring your own), and internet are at your expense. Please see the registration section for more details.

What are the accommodations like?

The hotel is right on a beautiful beach. Rooms have a private bath with a hot shower.  We describe the accomodations as basic, but with all the essentials.  Please see the following website for more information http://www.samoa-hotels.ws/Vaisala_Hotel__Savaii .

Is there free time?

Yes, there is free time during the training. Please see our typical daily schedule. The idea is that we will be training Monday through Saturday and then Sunday is a day of rest.  On Sunday, you can choose to take optional cultural day trips or just enjoy the day off at the hotel by the beach. Snorkeling can be done right out in front of the hotel and there will be time for this.

Can I arrive early to settle in and get ready for the training?

Yes, early arrival is possible. You can say at the hotel where the training will be hosted, or we can give you suggestions on where to go/stay according to your interests, and you can meet us back on the start date.  If your time allows, it is often a good idea to allow a couple of days to get settled into the country after traveling.

What is a typical day like?

Please see our Typical Day Page

• 6:30am - 7:00am Pranayama and Meditation
• 7:00am - 8:30am Hatha Yoga Flow/Pranayama /Techniques
• 9:00am - 10:00am Brunch
• 10:00pm -1:00pm Lecture on Yoga
• 1:00pm - 4:00pm Free time and Daily activities (hike/beach/cultural events)
• 4:00pm - 6:00pm Vinyasa Yoga Flow/Pranayama/Techniques
• 6:30pm - 7:30pm Dinner
• 7:30pm - 8:30pm Meditation and Dharma talk
• 9:00pm Quiet Time

  Registration Form

Registration and Payment

Registration is easy and can be done online.

1- Make a deposit of full payment through Paypal (See Buy Now button to left).
2- Fill out and Submit the registration form via email (See form to left).

Registration includes a double room accommodation with ceiling fan, 2 meals per day, 2 yoga classes per day, guided meditations, and lectures in yoga philosophy, anatomy, healing, and more.

The prices do not include airfare, airport transfer, or special day tours, which are available for an additional price. We are happy to help you arrange any of these options.  Just email for details.

We would like to accommodate people in terms of their budgets and interests; therefore we give the following options:

Room type Total cost of TTC
Single US$3200 with A/C add US$210
Double US$2700 with A/C add US$175
Triple US$2500 with A/C add US$161
Quad US$2300 with A/C add US$147

You will have to agree with your flat mates that you all want A/C. We cannot guarantee this but will try to match people according to their preference.

You can request a triple or quad and we will try our best to match you with another participant, but we cannot guarantee this.

Refund Policy
You can get a refund less the following:
91 days or more: $125
90-61 days: $350
60-30 days: 50% of selling price
29 days or less: no refund
Please see our full Registration and Cancelation Policy