I had dreamed about it for years: traveling to Bali for a Yoga Teacher Training. But my dream wasn’t really about becoming a yoga teacher. I had been practicing yoga for about 7 years by then and over the years it became a practice that made my life so much better. My mind was calmer, my body stronger and toned. What moved me was the desire to learn more about yoga, but mostly it was about learning more about myself and my personal growth. For me, my 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Ubud felt more like a retreat, and I soon discovered I wasn’t the only one who saw it that way. Most students don’t attend because they want to teach at all.
A Yoga Teacher Training in Bali isn’t just for yoga teachers, and that’s exactly why it’s becoming so popular. After reading this, you might just want to pack your bags and experience it for yourself.
In this first article, I’ll share what a Yoga Teacher Training in Bali is really about: what you learn, what it costs and why it’s so much more than just becoming a certified yoga teacher. In my next article, I’ll share more about my own experience and what those magical three weeks in Bali actually looked like.
Table of contents
- Yoga Teacher Training in Bali: Not just for yoga teachers
- 20 Minutes from Ubud: Jungle Paradise in Bali
- What do you learn in a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Bali?
- What does a day in a Yoga Teacher Training look like?
- Yoga Teacher Training in Bali: What it costs
- Is a Yoga teacher training Ubud worth It?
- FAQ About Yoga teacher training Ubud, Bali
- Yoga Teacher Training or Retreat: My experience
Yoga Teacher Training in Bali: Not just for yoga teachers
Let’s clear up the biggest misconception first: you don’t need to be an advanced yogi to attend a Yoga Teacher Training (YTT). When I booked my YTT in Ubud, Bali, I’ll admit I was a little nervous. I had been practicing yoga for years and felt confident in my practice, but there are still some poses that just seemed impossible to me. And that’s okay.
A Yoga Teacher Training is about so much more than mastering those advanced poses. For me, it became a journey inward – a three week retreat that gets you out of your comfort zone and where I connected with amazing people, learned a ton about yoga, faced beautiful and uncomfortable parts of myself and dedicated time and energy towards my personal growth. During the training I was challenged physically but even more mentally. It was exhausting, emotional and often uncomfortable. Sounds fun right? But I can promise you, the reward was high.
20 Minutes from Ubud: Jungle Paradise in Bali
The YTT experience starts the moment you arrive. I took a taxi to the venue, about twenty-five minutes from Ubud, hidden away in the Balinese jungle. The accommodation was absolutely stunning, set between two rivers and in the midst of pure nature. One of the reasons why I chose this place was because of its secluded location; I wanted a peaceful, natural setting where I could disconnect and immerse myself in my yoga journey.
The venue had one swimming pool, framed by lush greenery and charming Balinese-style bungalows. One level higher was the common area, where we shared breakfast, lunch and dinner. Here we often gathered to journal and connect as well. It had a breathtaking view over the jungle, and every evening the sunset painted the sky in magical colors.
There were two shalas, which is a dedicated space for yoga practice, with each their own beauty and energy. One was nestled down by the river, reached by a long path of stone steps. At the bottom, we were greeted daily by a giant spider – thankfully she stayed by the river. The other shala was a rounded, open-air space filled with light and a view over the jungle.
For me it’s no surprise that so many people choose Bali for their Yoga Teacher Training. The island is magical, serene and spiritual and full of kind-hearted people.
What do you learn in a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Bali?
As I mentioned before, a Yoga Teacher Training goes beyond just learning to teach yoga and studying its philosophy. The YTT I attended offered a multi-style approach to yoga that included Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Flow and Ashtanga Vinyasa. As the course lasted three weeks, each week we focused on one of these styles.
A YTT is designed not to only deepen your yoga practice and knowledge but also to support your personal growth. Every day began with meditation, breathwork, chanting and yoga. The rest of the morning was filled with more yoga (of course!) along with theory classes covering topics like human anatomy, yoga philosophy and Ayurveda.
Our afternoons were dedicated to teaching methodology and alignment & adjustment classes. Here, we learned how to create our own yoga sequences and how to actually teach. I very quickly realized how challenging it is to talk students through a yoga flow – a new kind of respect for yoga teachers was definitely unlocked here.
But the Yoga Teacher Training was so much more than that. Throughout the program, we had sharing circles, active mediation, dance sessions, kirtan music, reiki, sound healing and so much more. Connecting with the other students was one of the most beautiful parts of the experience, I think. Very quickly the casual small talk turned into deep, personal conversations.
At the end of the training, you complete two exams: one practical and one theoretical. And just like that, you are officially a certified yoga teacher.
What does a day in a Yoga Teacher Training look like?
What a typical day in my Yoga Teacher Training in Bali looked like:
- 5:15 – 6:00 AM: Wake up, get ready followed by Neti Shatkarma – a purification technique that focuses on cleansing the nasal passages
- 6:15 – 6:30 AM: Chanting & Pranayama – different kinds of breathwork techniques
- 6:30 – 8:00 AM: Asana practice – morning yoga practice which differed each week (Hatha, Vinyasa or Ashtanga style)
- 8:00 – 9:00 AM: Morning lab – teacher would explain what we did that morning, so what kind of pranayama and its benefits, and more insights into the yoga practice
- 9:00 – 10:00 AM: Breakfast in silence
- 10:00 – 12:30 AM: Jnana Yoga – the path of knowledge. In less spiritual words, here we dove into our theory classes (human anatomy, yoga philosophy and Ayurveda)
- 12:45 – 1:15 PM: Yoga Nidra – if we were lucky we did Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep). Which is a guided meditation technique for deep relaxation that exists between a state of being awake and sleep. The body rests deeply while the mind remains conscious.
- 1:30 – 3:00 PM: Lunch & free time
- 3:00 – 4:00 PM: Teaching methodology – focused on how to teach a class and create a yoga sequence
- 4:00 – 5:15 PM: Alignment & adjustment – dive into all asanas (yoga poses) and how to execute them perfectly
- 5:30 – 6:15 PM: Evening practice, workshops or sound healing
- 6:30 – 7:30 PM: Dinner
- 7:30 – 9:00 PM: Free time
- 9:30 PM: Bedtime
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Yoga Teacher Training in Bali: What it costs
The options are almost endless when it comes to choosing a Yoga Teacher Training, and they are available all over the world. So how do you choose the right one for you? First, decide on the location. I knew I wanted to go to Bali, which helped me narrow it down, but even on this small island, there are countless options to choose from.
Most 200-hour Yoga Teacher Trainings in Bali are priced between $2.200 – $3.500. Mid-to-higher end YTTs range around $3.500 – $5.000 (or more). The easiest way to cut costs is by sharing your accommodation, as private rooms are often around $1.000 more than a shared one. From my experience, smaller schools also tend to be slightly more expensive, but if you can afford it, I highly recommend choosing one with a more intimate group size. You’ll receive much more personal guidance and attention from your teachers and create deeper connections with your fellow students; something that truly enhances your entire YTT experience.
What to check in the price
When comparing costs, check what the Yoga Teacher Training includes such as:
- Tuition, training hours and certification (Yoga Alliance registration)
- Accommodation (shared or private)
- Meals (vegetarian / vegan, are all meals included?)
- Duration (2,5 to 4 weeks is common)
- Extras; such as yoga equipment, how many breaks, airport transfer, excursions etc.
Is a Yoga teacher training Ubud worth It?
Yes, absolutely! My answer is very simple – I look back at my 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Bali as one of the best investments I have ever made. Not just financially but also personally and spiritually. If you are interested to learn more about yoga and its philosophy, I absolutely recommend attending a YTT even if you don’t know yet if you actually want to teach. It’s so much more than just learning how to teach yoga.
It will get you out of your comfort zone, you’ll meet amazing people and you are dedicating time and energy to your personal growth.
FAQ About Yoga teacher training Ubud, Bali
Expect a transformative experience. You’ll deepen your practice, learn about yoga philosophy, anatomy and alignment. After the training you are ready to start teaching back home.
The days are often long with a structured planning. Honestly, it’s challenging and exhausting so don’t expect a relaxing retreat when attending a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Bali. But it’s absolutely worth it.
You’ll learn the foundations of yoga: its philosophy, asanas (postures), pranayama (breathwork), meditation, anatomy of the body and teaching skills like alignment and adjustment. And of course you’ll learn how to build yoga sequences so you are able to create your own yoga class.
Decide where you’ll would like to go for your training. There are endless options, so deciding on the location first will help you narrow it down. Check reviews of the school online and check what is included in their program and if the program is Yoga Alliance certified. Think about the setting too: do you want an immersive retreat-style training abroad (like I did) or a slower-paced program? Most importantly I would say is to trust your intuition.
Most 200-hour Yoga Teacher Trainings in Bali are priced between $2.200 – $3.500. Mid-to-higher end YTTs range around $3.500 – $5.000 (or more). The easiest way to cut costs is by sharing your accommodation, as private rooms are often around $1.000 more than a shared one.
There are so many Yoga Teacher Trainings schools in Bali. Some of my recommendations in Ubud are: Inner Yoga, House of Om, Shades of Yoga & The Yoga Barn
Most Yoga Teacher Trainings offer different accommodation options; such as private or shared rooms. Shared rooms typically house 2 to 4 people.
Yoga Teacher Training or Retreat: My experience
My dream was to attend a Yoga Teacher Training, not because I wanted to become a teacher, but as the starting date started to approach I also started to get more excited about the idea of becoming a teacher too. My expectations were high, I really believed it would support my personal growth – and it did.
I have always believed that certain experiences come at exactly the right time, when we are ready. During my Yoga Teacher Training in Bali I stepped outside of my comfort zone. I spent three weeks in a secluded spot in the Balinese jungle, I was mostly without my phone, surrounded by nature and like-minded people. I journaled daily, experienced transformative sessions such as active meditations and opened up to myself and to the rest of the group.
For me, it was both: a Yoga Teacher Training and a Retreat. The intensity of the program pushes you to deal with parts of yourself that are easy to ignore in our busy, daily life. But here, that was no longer possible. It was uncomfortable at times, but that’s where change and growth happens.
So whether you dream of teaching yoga, which I also started doing when I arrived back in Barcelona, or just want to dive deeper into your personal growth journey: A Yoga Teacher Training in Bali might just be what you need.
Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions, I would love to help!
Read more of our Bali, Indonesia articles:
- More interested in a retreat? Read our experience at Ubuntu Bali Yoga Retreat
- Cultural Experiences in Bali: From Yogyakarta to Ubud
Meet Anniek Fleur, originally from the Netherlands but now calling Barcelona home for the past three years. Working remotely as a freelancer, she’s mastered the art of slow travel—finding happiness in small moments like connecting with locals over coffee, discovering hidden architectural gems, and wandering through neighborhoods where tourists rarely go. Whether she’s exploring the Costa Brava’s coastal villages, planning adventures to Hawaii and Cape Town, or preparing for a three-month Paris stay, Anniek’s stories are all about slowing down and savoring the journey.
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