Heartwood Yoga Institute is an intimate seven-acre retreat site that specializes in yoga teacher training and yoga oriented personal growth programs in Florida.

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Ginny East Shaddock

David Shaddock

Chantal Dupuis

Reviews (18)

Allison Elliot

from United States, May 2023

"Super team of teachers"

These gals have it down. They are smart, real, funny, compassionate, and keep it moving and know how to emphasis the important stuff using stories, and demonstrations.

Debora Katz

from United States, April 2023

"Overwhelming Generosity of Heartwood "

The training was everything I had hoped for and more. I had never taken a live yoga class before. Not only did I learn postures, I learned philosophy and history and additional information beyond my expectations. The owners and staff provide experiences, lectures and a quality of education that is better than most universities. Their generosity with their time, resources, and how they offered their own journey on and off the mat, provided an educational experience that I will never forget. If you are considering options about how to improve your life, Heartwood is an excellent place to start. Namaste, Debora Katz, MSN, PMH, FNP-BC

Anonymous

from United States, November 2022

"Far beyond expectations "

I learned more about yoga in the 200 hour immersion program at Heartwood than I have in my 20+ years of practice.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about the retreat and staff.!!

Michelle Hrabusa

from United States, February 2019

"Highly highly recommend "

Very welcoming, generous, caring hosts and instructors. Beautiful grounds. Very peaceful. A very relaxed atmosphere and energy. Plenty to do, while also not required to attend activities, encouraged to do what was needed for yourself. If you go to heartwood you MUST get a massage from Denver! I can’t wait to go back.

Melissa Rosenberg

from United States, February 2019

"Transforming and peaceful!"

Oh my. Everything! From the moment you pull in and park here, you feel peace and tranquility. The owners, Ginny and David are so warm and welcoming. I've gotten many massages, and Denver, performed the BEST massage ever on me. I swear, I will definitely be back for her. :) She is so gracious and kind as well. All wonderful souls here.

Jennifer Cordoba

from United States, February 2019

"Life changing!! "

This place is amazing! The pictures online are not enough. The food, the grounds, the owners, teachers, the energy you feel when u are there...there are no words to describe. This place is a gem.

Zachary Templeton

from United States, November 2018

"Real teacher training by real yogis."

This is a magical place ran by true yogis. The food was prepared with love, by the owners. The staff was knowledgeable and caring. Their intention was to have us prepared to walk into a classroom and teach a yoga class, in a warm and inviting manner, the day after graduation. They teach the yoga philosophy above all else. They taught me to 'hold space' for students (and all folks). They taught me what real yoga is. It's more than a piece of paper. Let them teach you too.

Karlee Kaltz

from United States, July 2018

"A lovely experience! "

Heartwood is a beautiful place! I stayed on the property for the two-week immersion program and I felt very welcome. The program introduced us to various types of yoga and all the philosophy behind it. We all discovered sound-healing, had a moon workshop, and learned about chakras. The best part was all the amazing new friends I made!

Leah Kalinoski

from United States, June 2018

"I felt like family"

This overall experience was fantastic. Everyone was super welcoming and inviting. Ginny is an amazing cook and host. Denver is a book of knowledge and is so eager to share it, David is a fab speaker and as far as lectures go he keeps it light and entertaining. Pauline has lots of wisdom and love within her, she’s an inspiration to us all.

Ilse Osornio

from New Zealand, April 2018

"An amazing life changing experience "

Everything was very well organised and complete, we had a syllabus and we covered it all, the teachers always made sure to answer all of our questions.

Overall it was a beautiful experience.

I love the chakra garden. the property itself is very peaceful and full of beautiful energy.

They have 2 friendly dogs and a beautiful cat, they are adorable.

I highly recommend this place. I love Heartwood.

Anonymous

from Uruguay, February 2018

This is a very well organized 15-day intense Yoga teacher training. Days are long but well prepared with lots of different materials to learn from. With this training you get so much more than just the required hours to join Yoga Alliance!! The course leaders Ginny, David and Denver are amazing and spent all their time with you to give you an once-in-a-lifetime experience. Next to a lot of learning postures and sanskrits, we had anatomy classes, learned a lot about the 8 limbs, the chakras, different mediation and breathing technics. We were able to attend different yoga styles: kundalini, ashtanga, restorative, chair, aerial, yin, flow. We also got an introduction on Reiki and Gong meditations. There was always plenty of vegetarian food with vegan options. I got inspired by so many new delicious recipies! The rooms are small with very comfortable bunk beds, but after a 12h class day you just fall deeply asleep anyways! The garden of the retreat center is amazing to enjoy the sunny days in florida.

Overall I learned a lot during this time, I met incredible great persons and enjoyed my time at heartwood! Namaste!

Amanda Bourne

from United States, January 2018

"Heartwood isn’t just a beautiful retreat centre it is a home"

Heartwood isn’t just a beautiful retreat centre it is a home. I’ve just completed the Yoga teacher training immersion and from the moment I stepped off the plane from the U.K. I was greeted by a friendly loving face to put me at ease. Ginny, Denver and David have so much energy, love and grace and this is radiated in their teaching and around the whole property. Whether you are coming to an immersion, a workshop, a class or just to meditate in the chakra garden you will feel a natural peace and a transformative energy here that will replenish you. An amazing place ran by amazing people. I’m sad I’m leaving.

Manda (UK)