Turkey AcroYoga Festival 2026 – 6th Edition
Date: 27–31 May 2026
Hotel Check-in: 27 May 12:00
Hotel Check-out: 31 May 13:00
TAYF 2026 – 6th EditionTeachers Team
Following the amazing success of previous editions, Turkiye’s only, craziest, and biggest AcroYoga event!
🔸 Location: Stoa Şirince / Şirince, İzmir, Turkey
🔸 Dates: May 27–31, 2026 (Save the dates now!)
🔸 Limited spots: Only 120 tickets available!
🔸 No prerequisites are required to join the festival.
🔸 Teachers: The best and most experienced international instructors will bring their expertise once again.
This festival is the largest event that brings together top AcroYoga practitioners from around the world, offering opportunities for learning, improvisation, performing, and exchanging ideas and techniques. It is a 5-day all-inclusive event featuring high-quality workshops, all the facilities and equipment you need for serious improvisation (including LUNGEs, tatami mats, and spacious training areas), delicious meals, and accommodation in comfortable rooms or your own tent.
The Only, Craziest and Largest Acro Yoga Event in Türkiye!
Türkiye AcroYoga Festival 2026 – 6th Edition
Date: May 27–31, 2026
Hotel Check-in: May 27, 12:00 PM
Hotel Check-out: May 31, 1:00 PM
TAYF 2026 – 6th Edition Teacher Staff
At the Turkey AcroYoga Festival, you’ll find high-quality AcroYoga teachers, each an expert in their own field, allowing you to explore a variety of AcroYoga and teaching styles. Special guest teachers from abroad will be present to share their expertise, and of course, our talented instructors from Turkey will also be present.
Pri & Anna
( Whips - Icarian Encyclopedia )
Alfonso & Leonie
( Icarian - Standing Professors )
Jelena & Nenad
( Standing and Dance lift breeze from Serbia )
Masha & Kuzma
( Warm faces of Acro from Russia )
Rita & Matteo
( Dance-like acro movements from Valencia )
İlhami
( Creators from Turkiye )
Carla & Foco
(A blend of rhythm, flow and power from Argentina)
Dilara
(Myofascial Yoga Instructor)
Accommodation and Ticket Fee
- 3 rounds of workshops per day; in each round, 3 workshops will be held by the most skilled instructors. The festival will last for 5 days.
- Access to fully equipped training areas.
- 3 meals a day plus snacks.
- Accommodation in comfortable 2–3 person rooms, dormitories, or your own tent.
Early Bird Tickets (First 40 Tickets)
Tent: €290
Dormitory: €310
3-Person Room: €405
2-Person Room: €430
Regular Tickets (Last 80 Tickets)
Tent: €330
Dormitory: €350
3-Person Room: €450
2-Person Room: €480
Note: Accommodation, 3 meals, and all workshops are included in the festival fee.
Location
SToA – An International Art Space in the Historical Texture of Şirince
Architectural Structure and Accommodation
The space features a unique architecture with its stone-built structures and studios resembling the design of a medrese. Its historical texture, large halls, and comfortable accommodation areas offer guests a peaceful and inspiring atmosphere. With impressive views and carefully designed structures, it provides an unforgettable experience for its visitors.
History and Artistic Importance
Since 2012, SToA has become an international center hosting artists and performers. It has hosted over 1000 performances and has created an important cultural bridge by connecting Turkish artists and researchers with their counterparts worldwide. It is considered a special meeting point that has brought a new breath and momentum to Turkish theater.
Transportation Information
Meals are included in the accommodation fee and will be provided three times a day. Special diet preferences or food allergies can be mentioned in the application form.
SToA is located in the western part of Turkey, close to the coast. It is 15 minutes away from the town of Selçuk and about 1 hour from Izmir. The nearest international airport is in Izmir.
Bus Transportation
You can reach the town center from the Izmir Intercity Bus Terminal (İZOTAŞ) by minibuses that depart every 40 minutes.
From Selçuk, minibuses to Şirince take about 20 minutes.
Airplane Transportation
You can reach Selçuk from Adnan Menderes Airport by HAVAS shuttle services, which takes about 1 hour.
Once in Selçuk, the journey to Şirince by minibus takes approximately 20 minutes.
Private Car Transportation
Izmir–Aydın Highway:
Exit at the Selçuk junction and head towards the town center. Follow the signs to Şirince and after approximately 8 km, you will arrive in Şirince.
Izmir–Aydın State Road:
Continue towards Selçuk town center and follow the signs to reach Şirince.
Transfer Times
Izmir Airport → Selçuk (Havaş)
02:00 – 07:30 – 09:30 – 10:00 – 11:30 – 13:00
15:30 – 17:30 – 19:30 – 21:30 – 23:30
Izmir Bus Terminal → Selçuk
08:45 – 09:30 – 10:30 – 11:30 – 12:30 – 13:30
14:30 – 15:45 – 17:00 – 18:15 – 19:30
Izmir Airport → Selçuk (Train)
You can reach Selçuk from the airport by train. A transfer is required, and waiting times may vary, so it is suitable for those with flexible schedules.
Selçuk → Şirince Transfer
07:20 – 10:00: Every 20 minutes
10:00 – 17:00: Every 30 minutes
17:00 – 20:00: Every 20 minutes by minibus.
Note:
The Aydın/Kuşadası HAVAS buses from the airport stop in Selçuk.
Selçuk → Şirince taxi fare: 55€
Taxi contact: 552 699 19 14 (Taxi driver Mustafa)