Our Guide to Yoga Teacher Training in Bali for 2023

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past few years, you likely know that Bali, Indonesia, has become one of the very best wellness and yoga travel destinations in the world.

This beautiful and deeply spiritual island is also known as ‘the Island of the Gods‘ and practicing yoga in Bali has become a dream for many yogis. The unique culture, spirituality, scenery and stunning yoga retreat centres have made Bali one of the leading destinations for yoga teacher training in the world.

Bali is one of my all time favorite places but there is an almost overwhelming number of options when it comes to Bali yoga teacher training courses – that’s why we wrote this guide.

Whether you are considering becoming a yoga teacher, or just want to be immersed in the spiritual atmosphere of this magical island and deepen your practice, I hope you find this guide to yoga teacher training in Bali helpful.

Read on to find out why Bali is so popular for yoga teacher training (YTT), how to choose the right YTT program for you and my top five Bali yoga teacher training programs.

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Reasons to do A Bali yoga teacher training Program

In recent years the number of options for yoga teacher trainings in Bali has skyrocketed. There are many reasons why this Indonesian island has become a hub for aspiring yoga teachers, such as:

• A peaceful nature-rich environment – The nature in Bali is nothing less than breath-taking. From lush jungle to picturesque rice paddies to tropical beaches, Bali’s scenery is reason enough to do a YTT here.
• Aligned culture – Unlike other Indonesian islands, the locals in Bali are mainly Hindu. Thus, the spirituality and philosophy here are very similar to India, where yoga originates. Bali is known as ‘the island of the gods’ due to its deep spiritual culture and many temples.
• A wide array of wellness offerings – From Balinese massage spas to Ayurvedic centres, Bali is a well-established wellness hub with so many yoga schools that will help you cultivate a healthier and more conscious lifestyle.
• Chilled vibes – Lastly, Bali’s relaxed atmosphere and easygoing locals are key reasons why yogis, digital nomads, and tourists flock here (and struggle to leave!).

Best places to do yoga training in Bali

While Bali is full of beautiful nature, some areas are better for a yoga retreat or TTC than others. For example, I would avoid Kuta and Seminyak as these are the “party towns” and, thus, are not the vibe you want when training to become a yoga teacher.

Instead, I recommend choosing either Ubud or Canguu for your YTT

• Ubud – This is undoubtedly Bali’s “yoga hub” and is where you’ll find the most yoga schools, such as the world-renowned Yoga Barn. Here you will find some of Asia’s best healthy food and vegan restaurants and cafes. The popularity of this area exploded after featuring in the 2017 movie, ‘Eat, Pray, Love.’
• Canggu – This chilled surf resort village on the south coast has a hip vibe and is full of yogis, surfers, foodies and digital nomads. It’s a top destination for surf and yoga retreats and the best choice if you want to do yoga teacher training in Bali by the beach and enjoy magical sunsets.

The 5 Best Yoga Teacher Training Courses in Bali

The huge amount of yoga teacher training programs in Bali makes it overwhelming to pick just one. To make it a bit easier for you to choose, here are my top five picks for gaining your 200-hours certification.

All of these are approved by Yoga Alliance and teach not only the asanas or physical practice of yoga, but also dive deep into yoga philosophy, anatomy and physiology and teaching methodology.

These courses also provide practice teaching yoga so that you’ll feel confident and ready to teach as a certified yoga instructor by the end.

• Best 200 Hour Multi Style Yoga Teacher Training in Bali – Ulu Yoga
• Best 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Ubud – YogaUnion
• Best 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Canggu – The Peaceful Warriors
• Best Affordable 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Bali – 7 Chakras Yoga School
• Best 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Bali – World Peace Yoga School

Tips for Planning your Yoga Teacher Training in Bali

When deciding which Bali yoga teacher training program suits you best, check reviews on trusted sites such as BookYogaRetreats. Also, make sure they are a Yoga Alliance-registered yoga school.

Once you’ve booked your YTT, it’s time to plan your trip. There is only one international airport in Bali, Ngurah Rai airport (DPS) also known as Denpasar airport.

You will fly into Denpasar in the south of the island, and from here, you’ll need to get a taxi or pre-arranged transport to the school – check with your YTT organisers to see if they can arrange airport pickup.

The rainy season in Bali is between November and March. Although you’ll be too busy studying for your yoga certification to sunbathe, I recommend avoiding this time. Not only can the constant rain get annoying, but the weather brings an influx of mosquitos, and all watersports are a no-go.

Instead, I suggest visiting during April till October when the weather is sunny and dry. However, expect flights to be more expensive during these months as it is Bali’s high season.

Lastly, as with anywhere in the world, having comprehensive travel insurance is a must. If you plan to stay in Bali after your course ends, ensure your insurance covers any activities you may do, along with flight delays and Covid-19-related cancellations.

I hope this article has helped you choose the perfect yoga teacher training course in Bali for you. If you need more inspiration and tips check out our other articles of YTT’s in Thailand, India, the USA, Costa Rica and Europe for more magical experiences.