Description
YogaSlackers & Duo Die Acrobatics
Advanced Practitioners Retreat
Dec 30, 2023 - Jan 3, 2024
Chiang Mai, Thailand
About this Advanced 'Retreat'
Embark on a special 5-day training retreat where you’ll delve deep into advanced practices. This event will start with a festival where participants will get to choose from different workshops in slackline, acroyoga, and handstands at varying levels, from beginner to advanced.
Crafted for individuals yearning to elevate their expertise, this retreat is meticulously designed for those who seek the ultimate refinement of their skills. Whether you aspire to embrace a harmonious blend of practices or wish to delve deeper into a singular discipline, the choice is yours. Expect an immersive, forward-looking ambiance that places foundational growth at the forefront.
As we enjoy pointing out, the only ‘retreat’ part of this event is that as each day concludes, you’ll ‘retreat’ to your beautiful rooms enjoying the sweet fatigue of a day enriched with unparalleled experiences.
Note that this event aligns with our final week of teacher training, combining intensive learning and fun exploration. While you enjoy a longer break in the afternoon, our teacher trainees will have extra focused training for 2 hours.
COST
$1200 per person or
$1000 until Oct 1st
Includes 3x meals per day & 1x snack.
Accommodations in a double shared room.
At YogaSlackers, we are dedicated to fostering inclusivity and embracing diversity. We actively promote equal access to our transformative teacher training by offering scholarships based on financial need, with a specific focus on empowering underrepresented groups such as BIPOC and the LGBTQ+ community. Moreover, we extend a warm invitation to locals, particularly encouraging Thai nationals to connect with us, as we strive to create a welcoming space where everyone can thrive.
Contact us directly for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ scholarships.
Why Participate IN this event?
Our way of training is deeply rooted in valuable experiences gained from various specialized retreats focused on yoga, acro, handstands, slacklining, and conditioning. We bring together these different practices in a harmonious way to make them work best for our bodies. Each practice helps to improve strength, stamina, skill, balance, and prevents overuse injuries.
During this event, we offer you the opportunity to choose a multidisciplinary approach. If you love doing handstands and want to protect your wrists, imagine getting better at going upside down with support from a partner or on a slackline. If you’re into acro and want to feel more stable without relying on someone else, think about improving your solo skills on and off the ground.
Alternating practices is a great way not only to diversify your skills, but to protect your body from overuse injuries. However, if you desire to focus more time and effort in one or two disciplines, there will be the option to do that.
This advanced retreat is more than just learning – it’s a journey of discovering yourself, improving overall well-being, and refining your skills. Take this opportunity to push your boundaries, explore new possibilities, and become a master in the world of movement.
Goals of the Training
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Redefine Advanced
This event looks forward to redefining 'advanced practices' to go beyond showcasing flashy skills or intricate moves. Advanced to us is about cultivating ease, finesse, and grace in your practice while prioritizing proper alignment, strong foundations, and sustainable longevity.
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Progressive Learning
Throughout our five days together, we will embark on a dynamic progression of skill development.
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Practice
The program allocates ample time for practice and repetition over multiple days. This structured maximizes the likelihood of retaining and mastering the techniques when you continue your practice at home.
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Supportive Environment
Immerse yourself in an atmosphere of unwavering support, fostering growth, exploration, and camaraderie.
Skills Covered
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Conditioning
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
6:30 | 7:00 | Coffee & Tea |
7:00 | 8:00 | Yoga |
8:00 | 9:00 | Breakfast |
9:00 | 10:30 | Slack |
11:00 | 12:30 | Handstands & Conditioning |
12:30 | 1:30 | Lunch |
1:30 | 4:00 | Breakfast |
15:30 | 16:00 | Snack |
16:00 | 18:00 | Acro |
18:00 | 18:30 | Stretching |
Teaching team
- Full Team
- Lead Teachers
- Assisting Teachers
- Photo & Video

Sam Salwei
YogaSlackers co-Founder

Raquel Hernández-Cruz
YogaSlackers Since 2012

Liz Thomas
YogaSlackers Since 2015

Caitlin Cook
Duo Die Acrobatics

Dane Heinmann
Duo Die Acrobatics

Nate Northey
YogaSlackers Since 2019

Ajlaan Raza Sayani
YogaSlackers Since 2019

Aaron McGarity
YogaSlackers Since 2019

Sarah Kat
YogaSlackers Since 2019
Frequently Asked Questions
Sam Salwei, Raquel Hernández, Liz Thomas, Dane Heinmann and Caitlin Cook of Duo Die Acrobatics plus other amazing YogaSlackers teachers including: Nate Northey and more! We will update this list as we confirm more teachers.
You will be staying in a double shared room in the beautiful resort Kaomai Lanna in Chiang Mai, Thailand. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom, mini-fridge and kettle.
We can reserve a private room for you at an additional cost.
The training includes breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet in a vegetarian Thai cuisine diet. You will be able to purchase additional food from the hotel’s restaurant and coffee shop.
Our teacher trainings are typically capped at 30 students.
The closest international airport is Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX).
Alternatively you can fly into any Bangkok international airport (BKK or DMK) and catch a local non-stop flight, bus or train to Chiang Mai.
There are also non-stop flights between Phuket (HKT) and Chiang Mai.
You may cancel your reservation and receive a refund according to the following schedule:
- Please note that there is a non-refundable $500 deposit.
- After making your full payment, if you cancel before or on Nov 18th, you will receive a 50% refund of the total cost.
- If you cancel after Nov 19th or do not show up for your reservation, you will not be eligible for any refund.
Refunds will be processed within 30 days of cancellation.
We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance at the time of booking to protect yourself against unexpected cancellations or emergencies. Most travel insurance policies offer coverage for trip cancellation, interruption, and delay, as well as medical expenses and other travel-related issues. Be sure to review the policy details and restrictions carefully to ensure that you are fully covered.