Yoga Teacher Trainings
200 Hour Vinyasa Training Course
Coming Soon | Minocqua, WI, USA
Dates Released Soon | Uluwatu, Bali
THE COURSE
As Mewali means You’re Welcome, Welcome Home and Welcome Back in the Balinese Language, Mewali Movement Yoga Teacher Trainings strive to make sure you feel at home during your month-immersion studies in the beautiful Bukit Peninsula of Bali. Mewali Movement prioritizes the yoga classes, lectures, and discussions led to make sure they are a comfortable and safe space to practice in, just as a home should be. Our teachers demonstrate an incredible somatic knowledge as well as intuitive, flexible energy in each service led, making Mewali Movement Trainings available and welcoming to anyone. Mewali’s teachings emphasize the purity and authenticity of ancient yoga philosophy yet are complimented by modern anatomical physiology. While maintaining strong foundational ties deep in Balinese Culture and Lifestyle, Mewali Movement is internationally recognized for its exquisite combination of anatomical alignment and creative sequencing— constructing well-thought out flows to open the body in the safest, most efficient, and most effective way, adjusting and teaching correct body positioning and body alignment during every session, while still blending poses together and transitioning the flow of the class in a way that feels like a choreographed dance. Mewali Movement’s main goal is to continue to inspire individuals to find and follow what makes them feel most alive through the Art of Yoga. We openly welcome you on the deepest journey of the self for others this upcoming September or October!
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
With wisdom and experience, confidence and humility, as well as authenticity and humor, Megan Welz will guide you through this month immersive course as the lead teacher, with many other support staff along the way to assist you further! Mewali Movement is blessed to have a combination of select teachers working together with Megan to enhance each training, mixing each individual’s knowledge and experience in a pot of golden honey, how sweet!!
Our vinyasa-based training course is complimented with other styles added throughout the month. Additional areas of study introduce you to Yin Yoga, SUP Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Pre-Natal Yoga, Cardio Yoga, Acro Yoga, Yoga with Weights, and much more! To enhance the extra-curricular lectures, guest instructors will share their knowledge in Thai Massage, Ayurveda, Meditation, Kirtan, Breath Work, and Eastern Medicine techniques.
Held in the beautiful Bukit Peninsula of Bali, Mewali Movement incorporates Balinese culture, traditions, and ceremonies into the course to further compliment the full course experience! This training is exceptionally unique with it’s cultural ties to Bali, while still abiding by and far exceeding Yoga Alliance School Standards. We welcome you in your journey of the self this upcoming September or October 2021. Take the first steps of the journey with us and start the application process now!!
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Throughout this month intensive course, yogis will learn both body and breath awareness with daily asana posture labs, detailed anatomy lectures, guided breath work, and daily morning vinyasa classes. Mewali focuses on the details of teaching methodology; we allow ample time for practice teaching while giving positive feedback instructions. Discussions surrounding philosophical principles of yoga, such as the history of yoga, chakras, sutras, and many other ancient and traditional teachings, will also be a large part of the month-long immersion studies. Megan Welz, a true teacher of teachers, strives to graduate intelligent, compassionate, and authentic teachers to skillfully lead classes of their own with a humble confidence. Mewali Movement Trainings leave you with the ability to creatively, intuitively, and intelligently guide others with a Vinyasa Certificate certified by Yoga Alliance and recognized internationally! We welcome you in your journey of the self this upcoming May or October 2020. Take the first steps of the journey with us and start the application process now!!
Coming Soon | Minocqua, WI
Dates Released Soon | Uluwatu, Bali
WHAT MAKES BALI SPECIAL?
Bali is known as the Island of the Gods! Rich in cultural tradition, magic, and mystery, this unique island is a place of healing, love, and good vibrations. Mewali Movement highly values the Balinese Culture, as our company name is even rooted in Balinese Language. We incorporate as much Balinese culture as we can into our training schedule, ideals, and intentions. Those traditions make our training unique to other intensive yoga teacher training courses around the world!
COMPLIMENTARY CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Mewali Movement focuses on in-classroom education, yet we equally recognize the benefits of out-of-classroom teachings. Blessed to be doing a yoga teacher training in Bali, we are happy to leave the studio space for times to be enriched by Balinese culture and lifestyle, as our company is rooted in. We begin the training with a traditional Balinese Ceremony led by a local Balinese priest. At the Welcome Ceremony, Mewali Movement provides a complimentary Welcome Package from our sister company, Mewali Boutique, to each trainee. In here, you can find handmade Balinese goods, aromatherapy products, vouchers for local restaurants and spas, as well as numerous gifts for you! Our other sister company ran solely now by local Uluwatu Boardriders, Mewali Surf, will take you surfing on a beginner surf break at Padang Padang Beach, where Eat Pray Love was filmed. We will get to visit some of the most iconic Balinese Temples throughout the training as well— right in our backyard, we will take a tour the Uluwatu Temple at sunset and watch the cultural Kecek Dance. We will also venture up to Ubud for a cleansing Balinese ritual at Tirta Empul. Relax throughout the training with a complimentary traditional Balinese Bokasi Massage, feel embodied in a Gong Bath Meditation at Pyramids of Chi, set new intentions with a Balinese Full Moon Ceremony, among much more Balinese surprises and blessings throughout this month-long course. Experience the full magic and mystery of the Island of the Gods with Mewali!
SAMPLE SCHEDULE | MON-FRI
7:30-8:00 Breath Work
8:00-9:30 Vinyasa Flow led by Megan Welz
9:30-`10:15 Breakfast Break
10:15-11:00 Teaching Methodology Lectures
11:00-1:30 Anatomy and Asana Labs
1:20-2:30 Lunch Break
2:30-5:00 Philosophy Teachings and Discussion
*Please note, occasional weekday evening events will be held
SAMPLE SCHEDULE | SAT
7:30-8:00 Breath Work
8:00-9:30 Yin Yoga led by Megan Welz
9:30-`10:15 Breakfast Break
10:15-11:00 Weekly Quiz
11:00-12:00 Practice Teaching
12:00-1:00 Weekly Closing Circle
1:00-5:00 Off-Site Activity*
*Saturdays will often feature an off-site activity, like surfing with Mewali Surf, Spa Days, Temple Trips, and more!
REQUIRED READING
You will be given an Asana Lab Manual written by Megan Welz to follow along with during anatomy lectures and posture labs. This exclusive manual to Mewali Movement YTT students has all of the cues for foundation, energy work, contraindications, modifications, variations, as well as adjustments. You will also be given the Mewali Movement Manual of Yoga Philosophy with details of chakras, the Eight Limbs of Yoga, as well as supplemental reading. Please bring your own copy of Yoga Anatomy 2nd Edition by Leslie Kaminoff and Amy Matthews, shown above, and The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, translation by Swami Satchidanandaas. Both books will be referenced in the training lectures and with homework assignments and are part of the required reading list
YOGA ALLIANCE CERTIFICATION
To graduate from this 200hr Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training, it takes a great passion for yoga, commitment to your practice, dedication to the studies, and a desire to share yoga with others! By the end of the course, you will create a Vinyasa sequence and will lead that 90 minute class to the public as part of your practical exam. The final day, you will take a written exam covering all topics— anatomy, asanas, philosophy, teaching methodology, as well as topics from our guest lecturers. An 80% or more is required of this exam to pass and to receive the Yoga Alliance Certificate of your 200hr Training Course. You are then certified by Mewali Movement Yoga School to teach Vinyasa Yoga internationally! Join over 250 graduates of Mewali Movement sharing the Art of Yoga in over 20 countries worldwide!
MEGAN WELZ, LEAD INSTRUCTOR
Megan Welz has an extensive background in anatomy, physiology, and exercise science after graduating from Regis University in Denver, Colorado with a Bachelor’s of Science in Neuroscience and Exercise Science. Known for creating well-thought out flows to open the body in the safest, most efficient, and most effective way, Megan excels in adjusting and teaching correct body positioning and body alignment during every class and training. She is also known for her creativity on the mat; her classes are unique and original, blending poses together and transitioning the flow of the class in a way that feels like a choreographed dance. Each flow she creates and leads is immaculately planned, highly innovative, and exceptionally unique. Megan has six years of experience with yoga teacher trainings and even by the age of just 26, had already trained over 150 students! Join her youthful spirit and energy in trainings of never ending smiles and brightness
GUEST LECTURERS AND TEACHERS
Healing Based: Balinese Blessing and Welcome Ceremony by Mangku Wayan. Sound Healing Meditation led by Swami Arun of The Yoga Barn. Journaling led by Nadine McNeil of The Yoga Barn. Kirtan led by the Yoga Barn. Sex, Death, and Wealth discussion with Emily Kuser of High Vibe Yoga. OsteoThai Massage Workshop led by Juan Carlos Russo of Radiantly Alive. Breath Work led by Members of The Yogi Lab and Marcel Hof Method. Gong Bath Meditation led by Pyramids of Chi
Movement Based: Acro Yoga led by Juan Carlos Russo of Radiantly Alive and Krystal Pearson of Blue Jasmin Yoga. Body Control led by Isreal Llansola of Fetch Surf Concept. Interlennial Movement led by James Mattingly of Radiantly Alive. Cardio Yoga led by Megan Welz of Mewali Movement. Yoga with Weights led by Nadine McNeil of The Yoga Barn. SUP Yoga led by Megan Welz of Mewali Movement and Nita Tri of SUP Yoga Bali. Surf Lessons led by Megan Welz of Mewali Movement and Mewali Surf Instructors of Mewali Surf
MEWALI’S MISSION
The goal of Mewali Movement Yoga Teacher Trainings is to inspire yogis to find and follow their true life’s purpose through the Art of Yoga. This 200 hour month immersive course is a vinyasa-based training held in the beautiful Bukit Peninsula of Bali. Mewali’s teachings are rooted in the depth of ancient yoga philosophy yet complimented by modern physiological science. Internationally recognized for placing a strong emphasis on anatomical alignment and creative sequencing, Mewali Movement Trainings focus on developing a credible and skillful teacher, no matter one’s physical abilities. Mewali Movement would like to welcome you in your journey of the self this upcoming September or October 2021. Take the first steps of the journey with us and start the application process now!!
Apply Today
APPLICATION PROCESS
Fill out the application form attached to this site
You will receive an email response back from Megan Welz, the lead teacher, within 48 hours
Set up a video call interview with Megan to discuss if this training is the right fit for you!
When accepted, pay the $1000 non-refundable deposit to guarantee your space in the training
Pay tuition in-full at least 6 weeks prior to the training start date
Arrive to Bali at least one day prior to the training start date
INVESTMENT
USD $3.000 Yoga Teacher Training Early Bird Discount (tuition paid in-full for the first 5 students to register)
USD $3.200 Yoga Teacher Training
ACCOMMODATION AT MANDALA VILLAGE
USD $1.550 Villa Surya
USD $1.300 Shared Ashwini Pool Villa
USD $2.400 Private Ashwini Pool Villa
USD $1.800 Shared Aditya Loft
USD $4.800 Private Aditya Loft
Mewali Movement Policies, Details, Facts, and Figures
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
In order to graduate the program, tuition must be paid in-full and the following requirements must be fulfilled:
Full attendance of in-class teacher training classes, sessions, lectures, and extra-curricular events. On-time attendance for all lectures and events. No more than two days absence during the training. All days missed or lectures missed must be made up. Further missed-class protocol is found in the training manual
Successful completion of teaching a full class to your peers. Further procedure details regarding teaching your first class are found in the training manual
Completion of written exam with 80% or above to pass. If the written exam is below 80%, further exam protocol is found in the training manual
Mutual respect for classmates, peers, and teachers. Mewali Movement training staff has the right to take disciplinary action if needed. Further behavior protocol is found in the training manual
REFUND POLICIES
Only in case of application being rejected or training cancellation, a full refund will be issued
If you have to cancel for any reason, the tuition (less deposit) will be given as a credit with Mewali Movement if cancellation occurred more than two months out from training commencement. No refunds will be made within 6 weeks of the training start date
Mewali Movement highly advises travel insurance for unforeseen natural disasters, injuries, or medical conditions while traveling to this asian island
VISA ASSISTANCE
Mewali Movement does not provide visa’s for students, but we are happy to help you with your visa extensions. Please note, we are not an agency!! Please make sure to check your individual countries policies prior to your arrival
Please check Indonesian requirements for your length of stay while you’re in Bali. If you are coming for just the training, staying less than 30 days, you are eligible to stay in Bali on a tourist visa and do not have to pay for a visa on arrival** (please make sure to check your countries specific requirements!!)
If you are staying more than 30 days, Mewali Movement can arrange for an agent to assist you in extending your visa. To do so, one must purchase a visa on arrival at the airport. Immigration officers and agents cannot extend your visa past 30 days if you do not have this visa upon arrival in your passport** (please make sure to check your countries specific requirements!!)
Please note! Indonesia will not let you enter the country if your passport will expire in less than 6 months of your arrival date and/or if you have less than two pages left in your passport. Please check that you have met those requirements to be legally entered into the country** (please make sure to check your countries specific requirements!!)
PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS OR PREVIOUS INJURIES
Mewali Movement requires a waiver to be signed at the start of the training exclusively releasing medical history, pre-existing conditions, and any current injuries to our teaching and support staff
We recommend you check with your physician first; this course is physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding
If you are pregnant and choose to do the training, we will give you modifications in the practice. Please note the training requirements must still be met. A doctor’s permission and release may be necessary
MANDALA VILLAGE YOGA STUDIO
Welcome Home!! Mewali Movement would love love love to introduce you to your new home for this month immersive course!! This studio is nestled atop the highest hilltop in the Bukit, overlooking the most famous “secret” beaches along the southwestern coastline. Our practice space has open air on three sides to get lovely beach breezes as well as stunning ocean and sunset views! This gorgeous studio space is where we will spend 7:30am-5pm for our yoga classes and lectures and is exclusively ours for the month. Mats, blocks, straps, and other props are provided; if you have a special mat you prefer to practice on, Mewali highly recommends you to bring your personal practice necessities. We cannot wait to welcome you to your home for the month!
ACCOMODATION
ASHWINI POOL VILLA, SHARED OR PRIVATE | The Mandala Village property has two of these unique two-story bungalows with a private shared pool between the two. They are the closest distance to the yoga studio, have sunset views in every direction, and the bungalows are highest on the hilltop— these are a favorite for trainee guests. These bungalow villas are available as shared accommodation option with twin beds in the room upstairs, a living room downstairs, and one toiletry room. Or, if you prefer, take the whole two-story bungalow for yourself!
VILLA SURYA, PRIVATE ROOM | This villa is the most secluded of them at Mandala Village— perfect for a trainee who would like to have a little more “me time” during the course. Equipped with a full kitchen, stunning views, and a double bed, enjoy this secluded and serene villa for yourself!
ADITYA LOFT, SHARED OR PRIVATE ROOMS | The Mandala Village also offers us the beautiful more modern approach with full panel windows to be able to see the incredible view from the hilltop as well as the pool in front! With three shared rooms on the first level (shown with the twin beds), or if you prefer to have a private room, book the rooms on the second story for a space for yourself in a double bed
FOOD AND BEVERAGE
THE SMOOTHIE SHOP | Mewali Movement has collaborated with The Smoothie Shop to provide you with breakfast meals throughout the training! For just $7, you will get a meal, fresh juice or coconut water, and tea. These are available to pre preordered before our morning flows begin and will be ready for you as soon as the morning flow class has finished.
SAFFRON RESTAURANT |For lunches and dinners, Mewali Movement has paired with Saffron Restaurant to provide you with healthy and sustainable food throughout the course. Lunches and dinners are a set meal for $12 each meal. At lunch you will get a soup/salad and meal, and for dinners you will get the meal, soup/salad, and tea! Enjoy the convenience of dinning at the venue site and sharing delicious food with your fellow peers! **Please note, the cost of food is not included in your training tuition! This is just available for you to make your course immersion that much more enriching!
OTHER COMMON FAQS
I know all that fine print listed above is a bit whoa!! So here’s some more whoa facts for you that are a bit more light-hearted!! :)
All ages are welcome in the trainings! Mewali has trained students as young as 16 years old up to 68 years old!!
Mewali Movement caps trainings at 20 people to keep the trainings intimate and to give you the best one-on-one attention from our lead teacher and support staff
This training is internationally recognized; training over 200 students thus far and our graduates can be found in over 20 countries!
Mewali Welcome Back Retreats are reunion-like retreats that also have an educational component offered annually and exclusively for YTT graduates! Stay as a family with Mewali well beyond the date your training ends!!
Welcome one, welcome all, welcome home! We are excited to greet you, Mewali, and welcome you on this journey, Melali
PAST TRAININGS
February 2014 - April 2016 - November 2016 - April 2017 - November 2017 - January 2018 - March 2018 - May 2018 - July 2018 - September 2018 - November 2018 - April 2019 - October 2019
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