May 2027 - April 2028
Overview
Location & Time
Sarajevo, BIH, at Fly Yoga & online, on-demand
Lead Trainer: Ada Vuk
May 2027 – April 2028
Key Features
Yoga Alliance Certified & internationally recognised
12-month program | 12 weekends (hybrid: 70% in-person & 30% online via pre-recorded lectures)
Core in-person weekends conducted in Bosnian, online lectures & course materials in English
Comprehensive program rooted in both traditional teachings and modern science
Small group setting for personal attention
Suitable for both personal growth and professional certification
Tuition
Packages: €1,300 – €1,700 (depending on payment plan & booking date)
What You’ll Learn
The Spanda Vinyasa Method: intelligent, organic sequencing rooted in tradition, informed by deep understanding of anatomy, physiology & biomechanics
Yoga history & tradition with founder Nina Vukas
Anatomy & injuries with Teresa Wohlmannstetter
Nervous system science with Marina Moric
Holistic tools: asana, pranayama, meditation, mudra, mantra
Trauma-sensitive methodology to create safe and healing spaces
Faculty
Created by Nina Vukas (E-RYT 500, RPYT, IAYT), founder of Spanda Institute
Led by Ada Vuk, local teacher and Spanda faculty member
Supported by expert guest faculty
Beyond the Training
Join a lifelong Spanda Sangha community
Participation supports Karma Yoga projects, contributing to sustainability & humanitarian efforts.
What will you learn
You will study yoga history and philosophy in a non-dogmatic, evidence-based way, with an introduction to the classical texts that have shaped yoga practice. Anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics are taught in depth, giving you a clear understanding of functional movement and how to apply yogic tools beyond asana, such as pranayama, meditation, mudra, and mantra.
The Spanda Vinyasa Method of intellegent sequencing includes two vinyasa sequencing methods that provide a reliable structure while allowing flexibility. You will learn to build classes around physical themes, such as strength and stability in the legs, as well as around the Five Elements, drawing from both Ayurveda and modern anatomy. Beyond sequencing, you will practice how to integrate pranayama, meditation, mindfulness, mudra, and mantra into classes in a purposeful and accessible way.
You will also learn how to design safe classes for beginners, including the effective use of props, modifications, and adjustments, as well as how to teach restorative classes supported by props.
The program also covers teaching methodology, including an introduction to trauma-sensitive approaches. Finally, you will gain practical tools for professional growth, such as how to begin teaching, build your offering, and develop your own teaching identity.
If you would like to experience some of our classes to get the feel of the Method we teach, check out PRACTICE WITH US.
Program Overview
Yoga History and Tradition
Applied Anatomy & Biomechanics
Introduction to Ayurveda
Asana alignment and adaptation
Five principles of Spanda Vinyasa
Five foundations of Spanda Vinyasa
Progressive sequencing
Pranayama, Mudra, Mantra
Building a class with a theme - Integral Vinyasa
Beginners class sequence + modifications
Restorative class sequence + working with props
Safe adjustments
Common injuries
Yoga and Ayurvedic principles - flowing with nature
Five Elements and their relationship with body/mind
Spanda Tattva Vinyasa - Bhumi (Earth) flow
Spanda Tattva Vinyasa - Agni (Fire) flow
Spanda Tattva Vinyasa - Vayu (Air) flow
Spanda Tattva Vinyasa - Jala (Water) flow
Teaching and assisting practicum
Ethics and business of teaching yoga
Teaching methodology
Practicum
+ Reading assignments and homework
Prerequisites
Aligned with Yoga Alliance standards, we require a minimum of one year of continuous and dedicated yoga practice, which your teacher or teachers can vouch for (via the letter of recommendation), a good understanding of the English language, and a dedication to study and practice. If you cannot provide a letter of recommendation, let us know, and we will schedule an interview.
We know that each person is different and believe no one better can decide if this program is for you but - you. We want to stress that this is a rich and intensive program, both for your body and mind. To get your diploma, you will be required to attend all the hours, pass both written and teaching exams, but we will make sure that you do.
Your Teachers
Ada Vuk - Lead Teacher
E-RYT 200, Kundalini Yoga Teacher
Ada started her yoga journey 11 years ago, and it was love at first sight. She started her practice at Prana Yoga Studio in Sarajevo, led by Aida and Mike, her first teachers. She initially practised Vinyasa and Ashtanga Yoga but later discovered Kundalini Yoga and became a Kundalini Yoga Teacher (Level 1 KRI). Ada did her 200-hour Spanda Vinyasa Teacher Training with Nina Vukas, and is currently pursuing her Kundalini level 2 education and RYT 300 program. She has been teaching classes and workshops in Sarajevo for many years and is now joining our Teacher Training team.
Nina Vukas - Program Director
E-RYT 500, RPYT, YACEP
Nina is a founder of Spanda Institute, a Program Director, and a Lead Teacher for Advanced Study Programs. She has been a Yoga practitioner since 1998, started teaching full time in 2005, and has been educating yogis on their journey towards becoming Yoga Teachers, as well as educating Yoga Teachers to advance their knowledge and teaching skills since 2009. Nina is also a Psychologist, Yoga Therapist, Somatic Psychotherapist, Mindfulness and Meditation teacher, and forever a student. Currently, she is studying Neuroscience.
Other guest teachers
The online part of the Training will be supported by many of our Faculty Teachers such as Teresa Wohlmannstetter teaching Anatomy and Physiology, Marina Moric Teaching Neuroanatomy etc, as well as guest lecturers for the in-person part.
Dates and Schedule
ONLINE SCHEDULE
The online part of the training consists of recorded materials.
Depending on the program, we will send you some of the recorded materials a few weeks before the scheduled weekend so you can view them at your leisure and prepare your notes and questions.
NOTE: The online part will be taught in English
IN-PERSON SCHEDULE
We meet in beautiful Sarajevo for a weekend of practice, sequencing, and teaching, applying the theoretical knowledge and embodying it in practice. In-person weekends consist of 15 hours each over 8 weekends (including the exam/ceremony weekend).
An example of a daily schedule:
09:00 - 13:00 - Yoga class + review (with a short snack break)
13:00 - 15:00 - lunch break
15:00 - 18:30 - Practicums
DATES
2026
May 22 & 23, 2027 in person
June 19&20, 2027 in person
July/ August 2027 online
September 11&12, 2027 in person
October 16& 17, 2027 in person
November 20&21, 2027 in person
December 2027 online
January 15 & 16, 2028 in person
February 12 & 13, 2028 in person
March 18 & 19, 2028 online
April 22 & 23, 2028 in person
Tuition and Terms
A 500€ deposit is required after you apply to reserve your spot. The deposit is non-refundable unless we cancel the training; in that case, you will receive a full refund.
We offer three types of payment for the course:
FULL PAYMENT
Early Bird full tuition - 1300€
Late Bird full tuition - 1500€
For the EB discount, the full remaining payment is due by December 31st, 2026.
Late Bird full remaining payment is due by March 1st, 2027.THREE INSTALMENTS
Full tuition - 1640€
After the deposit, the remaining amount of 1140€ is split into three instalments of 380€
1st is due by March 15, 2027
2nd is due by July 15, 2027
3rd is due by December 15, 202710 INSTALMENTS
Full tuition - 1700€
After the deposit, the remaining amount of 1200 euros is split into 10 instalments of 120€
Monthly instalments are due:
1st before March 15, 2027
2nd before April 15, 2027
and remaining instalments before the 15th of each following month
