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February 9th - 15th 2027EVOLVE
A continued Education Immersion & Retreat for Registered yoga teachers
What to Expect
EVOLVE is a return to your practice, your purpose, and the deeper wisdom that called you to this path in the first place.
expand Your teaching toolkit, and lead with more confidence, integrity, and authenticity.
EVOLVE is a 7 day, 6 night immersion designed for certified yoga teachers who are ready to move beyond surface-level teaching and reconnect with the depth of the practice through embodiment, ritual, philosophy, anatomy, sacred text and more.
Together, we will explore what it truly means to hold space from a place of integrity, devotion, and self-awareness.
Set against the wild beauty of Nicaragua’s coastline, this experience blends advanced personal practice, continuing education, mentorship, community, and deep studies.
You will leave not only inspired in your teaching, but transformed in your relationship with yourself.
अथ योगानुशासनम् ॐ Atha Yoganushasanam
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अथ योगानुशासनम् ॐ Atha Yoganushasanam ॐ
GROW YOUR TOOLBOX
Over our time together we will cover 6 modules
Intentional & Transformational Teaching
Learn how to create classes that are welcoming, purposeful, and inquiry-driven through the pillars of Welcome, Weave, and Wonder.
❋ AMPLIFY
Sanskrit, Ritual & the Beauty of Practice
Reconnect with the language and roots of yoga while exploring ritual, reverence, and the art of creating meaningful experiences.
❋ ADORN
❋ ALIGN
Applied Anatomy & Embodied Movement
Refresh foundational anatomy and movement principles while exploring the koshas as a framework for understanding the layered human experience.
Mantra, Naada Yoga & Sacred Sound
Deepen your relationship with sound as a pathway to presence, devotion, and inner listening through mantra and vibrational practices.
❋ ATTUNE
Kriya, Pranayama & Kundalini Shakti
Explore practices that awaken energy, cultivate vitality, and expand awareness through breath, movement, and sacred energetic techniques.
❋ ACTIVATE
Living Yoga with Authenticity & Integrity
Examine what it means to embody the teachings of yoga and share them from lived experience, self-trust, and personal truth.
❋ ABSORB
Meet
Your
Hosts
JAcqueline
RETREAT HOST & YOGA TEACHERJacqueline “Jacq” Griffiths (she/her) is a 500 RYT yoga teacher and student, pilates instructor, Instinctive Meditation guide, Sound practitioner, Reiki Master, and LMT living in Chestnut Hill. She is also the Creator and Director of Earth and Gold Wellness School of Yoga. She has been teaching yoga for over 12 years and views it as a welcoming, life affirming practice rooted in breath, embodied awareness, and intelligent movement to celebrate wholeness. Her classes are creatively sequenced and infused with mudra, mantra, tantra, and pranayama to support energy, vitality, and awareness.
Informed by over 1,200 hours of training and 2,800 hours of teaching experience, Jacq invites students to move with curiosity, weave breath with movement, cultivate wonder, and to "let it be beautiful". She has studied with Elena Brower, Nikki Myers, Tracee Stanley, Lorin Roche, Camille Maurine, and Coby Kozlowski and has both assisted and created/led her own 200 Hour YTT in 2024 along with other CEU Workshops!
Jacq works in construction full-time, loves to snowboard, go shopping!, and shares openly about her sobriety journey. Her dog and cat mean the world to her along with her nieces and nephews.
Fun Fact: Jacqueline lived in Nicaragua for 6 years and owned a yoga studio there!
Gabrielle Jane
Gabrielle Jane is a wellness experience designer and tantric yoga teacher devoted to guiding embodied awakening through breath, movement, sound, and subtle energy work. Her offerings are designed to move beyond technique, inviting participants into direct experience, inner listening, and a deeper relationship with the body as a site of wisdom and truth.
Rooted in tantric yoga, Gabrielle’s work honors practice as a living transmission rather than a purely physical or intellectual exercise. She weaves together kriya, asana, meditation, ritual, and somatic awareness to support nervous system regulation, devotional discipline, and conscious expansion. Her approach is both grounded and expansive, meeting her students and clients with depth, care, and integrity. As a wellness experience designer, Gabrielle creates intentional containers, including private sessions, group practices, retreats, and immersive workshops, each held with presence and precision. Every offering is shaped by lived practice and refined through ongoing study, ensuring that what is shared is not theoretical, but embodied and alive. Gabrielle works with individuals and communities seeking depth, clarity, and consistency in their practice. Her spaces are inclusive, non-judgmental, and rooted in respect for lineage, while remaining accessible to those new to these teachings.
At the heart of Gabrielle's work is a devotion to practice as a path of remembrance, one that invites us to slow down, listen inward, and return home to ourselves.
RETREAT HOST & YOGA TEACHER
"This body is made of earth and gold, sky and stars, rivers and oceans,
masquerading as muscle and bone."
-LORIN ROCHE
THIS RETREAT IS FOR YOU IF…
❋You are a yoga teacher seeking more depth, authenticity, and confidence in your teaching.
❋You feel disconnected from your own practice and are longing to reconnect.
❋You want to expand your understanding of yoga beyond postures and into a more holistic way of living.
❋You desire mentorship, inspiration, and meaningful connection with like-hearted teachers.
❋You want to hold space with greater integrity, embodiment, and purpose.
❋You are navigating a season of growth, transition, or reinvention and are seeking clarity on what comes next.
This Immersive retreat is for Resgistered Yoga Teachers only. Please See FAQs or reach out for further inquiry
ACCOMODATION OPTIONS
Enjoy the sanctuary of your own Upstairs Cabaña, complete with a private queen bed, indoor ensuite bathroom, and cooling ceiling and floor fans. A quiet & spacious room surrounded by nature.
SINGLE CABAÑA
$3,200
A single bed in a shared Upstairs Cabaña. Nestled among the palms, these breezy accommodations feature ceiling and floor fans, a private indoor ensuite bathroom, and a peaceful atmosphere
DOUBLE CABAÑA
$2,600
A single bed in a shared Ground Floor Cabaña. Choose from female-only or co-ed accommodations and enjoy air conditioning, fans, and a covered outdoor ensuite bathroom where you can shower beneath the stars, surrounded by lush tropical greenery and the sounds of nature.
QUAD CABAÑA
$2,200
FAQS
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YES. This immersion is designed specifically for yoga teachers and those who will be graduating from a Yoga Teacher Training before the retreat begins.
Whether you've been teaching for years or are preparing to teach your very first class, EVOLVE is designed to deepen your understanding of yoga, strengthen your confidence, and help you develop a more authentic and embodied teaching voice.
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While the exact schedule will be shared closer to the retreat, you can expect a balanced rhythm of:
• Morning practice and meditation
• Continuing education workshops
• Teaching labs and mentorship sessions
• Nourishing meals
• Personal reflection and integration time
• Community gatherings
• Evening practices and discussionThe days are intentionally designed to support both learning and integration.
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Yes. All participants will need a valid passport to travel to Nicaragua. We recommend ensuring your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates and checking expiration dates well in advance to avoid any last-minute stress.
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Yes. Round-trip group transportation between Managua Airport (MGA) and Still Salty Escape is included in your tuition. We will provide detailed arrival windows, shuttle information, and travel support prior to departure so you can feel fully prepared for your journey.
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Your tuition includes:
30 Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Hours
Luxury accommodations at Still Salty Escape
Daily breakfast, lunch, & dinner
Round-trip group airport transportation
Training manual and course materials
Daily yoga, meditation, mantra, breathwork, and workshops
Access to all training sessions, teaching labs, and mentorship opportunities
Professional retreat photography
Exclusive use of the retreat property and amenities
Easy access to ocean and beachfront
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Airfare, travel insurance, massages, optional excursions, gratuities, souvenirs, and personal purchases are not included.
We recommend budgeting additional spending money if you'd like to enjoy treatments, excursions, smoothies, snacks, or gifts during your stay.
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By the end of EVOLVE, you can expect to leave with:
30 Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Hours
A deeper connection to your practice
Greater confidence in your teaching
New tools, techniques, and frameworks for personal practice & class design
A stronger understanding of yoga beyond asana
Meaningful relationships with fellow teachers
Professional photos and updated headshots captured in a stunning oceanfront setting that you can use for your website, social media, marketing materials, and future offerings
Renewed inspiration and clarity for your path forward
Most importantly, you'll leave with a greater sense of trust in your own voice as a teacher, leader, and practitioner.
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February is one of the most beautiful times of year to visit Northern Nicaragua. Expect warm sunny days, ocean breezes, and very little rainfall as it falls within the dry season. Daytime temperatures are typically in the mid-80s to low-90s°F, while mornings and evenings are slightly cooler and comfortable. The ocean is warm, the skies are often clear, and the weather is ideal for outdoor practice, beach time, and connecting with nature.
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This immersion includes daily yoga practices, workshops, teaching labs, and group activities.
You do not need to be the strongest, most flexible, or most advanced person in the room.
Our intention is not to push your body beyond its limits, but rather to deepen your understanding of movement, embodiment, and sustainable practice.
You will always be encouraged to honor your own needs, modify when necessary, and participate at a pace that feels supportive for you.
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Absolutely.
While the training is immersive, we believe integration is just as important as learning.
There will be opportunities throughout the week to:
Rest by the pool
Walk the beach
Journal and reflect
Connect with fellow teachers
Receive a massage
Explore the property
Simply do nothing at all
Some of the most meaningful moments of retreat happen during the spaces in between.
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Accommodations vary by room type.
Our Ground Floor Shared Quad Cabañas include air conditioning and outdoor ensuite bathrooms.
Our Upstairs Shared Double and Private Cabañas are cooled by ceiling and floor fans and feature indoor ensuite bathrooms.
The yoga shala is open-air, allowing us to practice in connection with the ocean breeze, tropical landscape, and natural rhythms of the environment.
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Yes. Still Salty Escape is located in a peaceful and remote area of Northern Nicaragua that welcomes retreat guests from around the world.
As with any international destination, we encourage common-sense travel awareness and will provide detailed travel guidance, packing recommendations, transportation support, and local tips to help you feel confident and prepared throughout your journey.
Many participants will be traveling internationally on their own, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
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Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
That said, we encourage participants to unplug as much as possible during the week. Our hope is to create a container where you can step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with your practice, your creativity, and the people around you.
There is no formal "no phone" policy, but we invite everyone to be intentional with technology use throughout the immersion.
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In fact, many participants attend on their own.
EVOLVE is intentionally designed to cultivate meaningful connection, community, and support among teachers. By the end of the week, it's common for participants to leave with not only new skills and inspiration, but also genuine friendships and professional connections that continue long after the retreat ends.
If you're feeling called to this experience but don't have someone to attend with, we encourage you to trust that feeling and join us!
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EVOLVE is designed for yoga teachers at many stages of their journey.
Whether you've recently completed your first teacher training or have been guiding students for years, this immersion offers opportunities to deepen your practice, refine your teaching, and reconnect with what inspires you.
Newer teachers will gain confidence, practical teaching tools, mentorship, and a stronger foundation for leading meaningful classes.
Experienced teachers will have the opportunity to revisit the foundations with fresh perspective, expand their understanding of yoga beyond asana, explore new approaches to teaching, and reconnect with their purpose and voice as a facilitator.
We believe some of the richest learning happens when teachers with different levels of experience gather together. The wisdom of seasoned teachers and the curiosity of newer teachers create a dynamic learning environment where everyone has something valuable to contribute and something new to discover.
QUESTIONS
Whether you have a question, concerns, or just want support in booking your experience, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help.