200 Hour Teacher Training
Kythera, Greece
At Porto Delfino Retreat, May 30 - Jun 12, 2027
200 Hour Teacher Training at Porto Delfino Retreat Center,
Kythera, Greece, May 30 - June 12, 2027
Join Joan Hyman and Guest Teacher Anna Zorzou with the international community of The School of Yoga for an immersive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training at Porto Delfino Retreat in Kythera, Greece.
This Yoga Alliance 200 hour training is hosted by The School of Yoga which is a continuing education teacher training school for inspiring yogis who want to deepen their understanding of the yoga practice and take their teaching to the next level. You don’t have to want to teach yoga to enroll in this training, only have the desire to go deeper in your practice.
What to expect:
The 200 hour training is a foundational training focused on alignment, sequencing, anatomy (physical and subtle), and philosophy. By the end, you will be able to teach a short class and prepare a safe and effective sequence. You will also leave the training with a deeper understanding of the practice of yoga and how to create a practice to meet your individual needs. This training will prepare you to teach at a fundamental level and prepare you for the SOY’s (School of Yoga) 300-HOUR training.
This teacher training is a Yoga Alliance RYT training. If you have already completed a 200 HR YTT, please message Joanhymanyoga@gmail.com and let her know which training you have completed and to be eligible for a 100 Euro discount.
You will receive a 15 hour pre-recorded prep course to work at your own convenience before the training begins and will also receive ten free online classes to help prepare for the training.
Once the training is complete, you will have access to The School of Yoga's Sequencing to Transform 25 Hour Module, to help you advance in your studies.
This training is suited for serious students of yoga as well as aspiring teachers
The curriculum will include:
• The study of Asana (Yoga Posture).
• Anatomy applied to Asana.
• The benefits and contraindications of asana and how to make postures accessible to everyone.
• How to work with props.
• The art of reading bodies and performing hands on adjustments.
• How to teach beginners.
• The art of sequencing a vinyasa flow class.
• How to teach a private yoga session.
• The history of yoga
• Yogic philosophy from the perspective of The Yoga Sutras
• The subtle body, including the chakras, vayus, bandhas, and pranayama
• Restorative Yoga
• How to be an effective teacher
• How to find your authentic voice
• Practice teaching in a group
About The Training
This training will be led by Joan Hyman and Guest teacher Anna Zorzou. This teacher training is a Yoga Alliance RYT training. If you have already completed a 200 HR YTT, please message Joanhymanyoga@gmail.com and let her know which training you have completed to be eligible for a two hundred dollar discount.
Schedule
7:30am - 10am - Asana Practice with Anna or Joan
10am - 11:30am - Brunch
11:30am - 12:30pm - Rest
12:30pm - 3pm - Discussion & Theory
3pm - 4pm - Snack and Break
4pm - 6pm - Closing workshop and quieting practice
6:30pm Dinner
Massages are available during break times.
JUNE 11 is the graduation ceremony, and the last full day.
About Joan Hyman
Joan Hyman is the founder and director of The School of Yoga™, an international teacher training and continuing education program dedicated to preserving the depth and integrity of the yoga tradition while making the practice relevant to the modern world. With more than 25 years of teaching experience, Joan is known for her grounded, intelligent, and deeply embodied approach, drawing from her studies of Ashtanga and Iyengar Yoga, as well as Ayurveda and meditation. Her teaching is both precise and intuitive, encouraging students to develop greater awareness, strength, clarity, and connection to themselves through practice. Joan’s devotion to yoga is woven into everything she teaches, creating an experience that is both transformative and deeply human.
Joan spent 15 years as a distinguished Senior Teacher at YogaWorks and in 2016 became Director of Teacher Trainings at Wanderlust. For more than 20 years, she has led teacher trainings, retreats, workshops, and immersive experiences around the world, building an international community of dedicated practitioners and teachers. Through The School of Yoga™, Joan now brings together a team of experienced educators and partners with yoga schools worldwide to develop high-quality teacher education and continuing education programs. She has been featured in Yoga Journal, Wanderlust, and other international publications and has taught at festivals, conferences, studios, and online platforms around the globe. At the heart of Joan’s work is a simple intention: to help people deepen their practice, cultivate an authentic relationship with yoga, and carry the wisdom of the practice into every aspect of their lives.
Guest teacher: Anna Zorzou
Anna Zorzou is an international yoga teacher and senior teacher trainer based in Athens, Greece, with more than 25 years of experience teaching yoga, movement, and mindfulness. A lifelong student, Anna brings together intelligent movement, precise yet accessible instruction, breath awareness, and a genuine curiosity for each student’s individual experience. Originally from Greece, her journey into yoga began after years as a competitive athlete and a basketball scholarship at the University of the Pacific in California, where injuries eventually led her from the basketball court to the yoga mat. Her early practice was deeply rooted in Ashtanga Yoga, studying with Chuck Miller and Maty Ezraty, and later shaped by her years within the YogaWorks community and the influence of teachers such as Annie Carpenter.
For more than two decades, Anna has been dedicated to yoga teacher education in Greece and internationally, educating and mentoring teachers while helping them develop technical knowledge, clarity, confidence, curiosity, and an authentic teaching voice. Her work extends beyond the studio into professional athletics, corporate wellbeing, retreats, and immersive experiences. Through continued study across different traditions and modalities, her teaching has evolved beyond any single method while remaining grounded in the discipline, intelligence, and depth of her early training. Whether working with teachers, athletes, executives, or longtime practitioners, Anna’s intention remains the same: to make yoga intelligent, relevant, accessible, and deeply connected to the way we move through life.
The Venue, Porto Delfino Retreat
A Perfect Place to Immerse Yourself in Yoga, Reset and Recharge.
For more than 35 years, Porto Delfino has welcomed guests to the beautiful island of Kythira
with warmth, authenticity, and genuine Greek hospitality. Today, this family-owned hotel
continues to be lovingly cared for by a mother-and-daughter team who are passionate about
creating meaningful experiences for every guest.
Surrounded by the sea, native landscape, and peaceful walking trails, Porto Delfino offers an
environment where retreat participants naturally disconnect from the pace of everyday life and
reconnect with themselves.
The beautiful, fully equipped yoga shala overlooking the Aegean Sea is a perfect space for a Teacher Training and the spacious accommodations offer private terraces and plenty of space to rest and recharge.
Find more information here : https://www.portodelfino.gr
Immerse yourself in Kythera, Greece
Porto Delfino is a hidden gem perched on a dramatic hillside overlooking Kapsali Bay and the Aegean Sea. Just a leisurely 10-minute walk from the beach, cafés, and restaurants of Kapsali, the retreat offers the perfect setting to step away from everyday life and fully immerse yourself in your practice and studies.
In our free time, you can enjoy the island’s many hiking trails, wander through the local shops and villages, or simply relax by the sea. On our day off, Anna will take us boating and explore nearby islands and hidden coves—a beautiful way to experience the Aegean Sea and all that Kythera has to offer.
Your Stay at Porto Delfino
Experience the ultimate serene escape at this yoga retreat hotel on the tranquil island of Kythira, Greece. Immerse yourself in their cozy rooms, surrounded by breathtaking nature.
The highlight of this hotel is that all rooms offer breathtaking sea views. Relax and unwind in a tranquil and picturesque setting while enjoying the beauty of the ocean.
Package Includes
Two meals daily +Snacks
(A brunch after practice followed by a light snack in the mid afternoon and dinner in the evening.)Accommodations at Retreat Center
200 Hours Teacher Training Course with Joan Hyman & Anna Zorzou
200 Hours Teacher Training Manual
15 Hour prep course
10 Vinyasa Flow classes with Joan & Anna Zorzou
Pool and nearby beaches
An amazing international community
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Transports to the retreat center can be arranged and taxis can be split amongst students
Book now
Early bird ends January 31, 2026. Price will increase $200.
$500 USD deposit required to save your spot and is non-refundable.
Two months before the trip, full payment is due.
If participates cancels they will receive 50% refund.
One month before there are no refunds.
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These are single spacious rooms with a terrace and private bathroom.
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These spacious rooms with two single beds, a living space, terrace, and private bathroom.
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This is upon request and we would turn a shared room above into a triple. One person would sleep in the single bed in the living room.
We are pleased to offer financial assistance where possible.
Reach out to Joan to discuss your possibilities.
How to get there/ More Information:
Although Kythira feels wonderfully secluded, reaching the island is straightforward with a little advance planning.
By Air
Kythira Island National Airport "Alexandros Aristotelous Onassis" (KIT)
● Approximately 35 minutes from Porto Delfino
● Approximately 50-minute flight from Athens International Airport (ATH)
Flights are operated by:
● Sky Express – https://www.skyexpress.gr
● Aegean Airlines / Olympic Air – https://www.aegeanair.com
Because flight schedules vary throughout the year and seat availability can become
limited—particularly when coordinating international flights—we strongly recommend booking domestic flights as early as possible.
By Ferry
Guests may also travel by ferry from:
Piraeus Port (Athens) → Kythira
● Approximately 6–7 hours, depending on the season and sailing schedule.
Ferry schedules and reservations:
Seajets – https://www.seajets.com
Early booking is recommended, particularly for retreat groups.
Driving to Kythira
Many guests choose to combine a scenic road trip through the Peloponnese with the ferry
crossing.
The most popular route is:
Athens → Neapoli (Peloponnese)
● Approximately 4.5–5 hours by car
From Neapoli, a local ferry reaches Kythira in approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, making it an excellent option for guests wishing to travel with their own vehicle.
Airport & Ferry Transfers
The Porto Delfino team coordinates all airport and ferry transfers for retreat groups, ensuring a
smooth and stress-free arrival and departure experience for every guest.
What to Bring:
Temperatures range from 24 - 34 Celcius
Lightweight clothing, yoga attire, sandals, comfortable walking shoes, swimwear, beach
towel, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, light sweater for evenings, reusable water bottle, day bag.
Booking and payment policy:
To book and secure your place, we request a non-refundable 500 deposit.
Once the payment is made, your place will be reserved (you will receive a confirmation email)
Full payment is due March 30st 2027 (2 months before the trip)
You must accept the booking conditions at the moment of registration.
Cancellation Policy
The deposit is non-refundable. For certain cases, like a medical emergency, please contact us and send a medical certificate and we can transfer your deposit to another retreat.
• If cancellation happens more than 60 days before the start of the event, 50% refund, with the exception of the registration deposit.
• From 60 days before the start of the event, no refund will be given. You could hand your booking over to some other person who would like to join the retreat.
• If the retreat is cancelled, you will receive a full refund, including deposit.
• Please note that this cancellation policy only applies if the entire retreat is cancelled and not if you need to cancel the retreat for personal reasons (including Covid).
• Please be aware that we cannot refund the price of flights or other expenses related to the retreat. You can take out travel insurance to help protect your cost of the trip in case of a cancellation.
