The location

Stunning and conveniently located locations that allow you to disconnect during your yoga teacher training classes, but go out and connect with the culture during your time off.

Jl. Sugriwa No.89, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali

A better yoga teacher training experience

Small
Group

We cap our classes at a maximum of 16 students to guarantee an optimal learning experience and foster lifelong friendships with people from around the world.

20 Years
Teaching

We’ve been running yoga teacher training courses internationally for over 20 years with hundreds of reviews online.

Yoga Alliance
Accredited

Upon completion of the course, you will be awarded a Yoga Alliance certificate, which is recognised and accepted globally. We are registered and consistently adhere to the latest Yoga Alliance standards.

Booking
Guarantee

We guarantee that each course will run as scheduled, allowing you to confidently book flights and plan time off.

  • Small
    Group

    We cap our classes at a maximum of 16 students to guarantee an optimal learning experience and foster lifelong friendships with people from around the world.

  • 20 Years
    Teaching

    We’ve been running yoga teacher training courses internationally for over 20 years with hundreds of reviews online.

  • Yoga Alliance
    Accredited

    Upon completion of the course, you will be awarded a Yoga Alliance certificate, which is recognised and accepted globally. We are registered and consistently adhere to the latest Yoga Alliance standards.

  • Booking
    Guarantee

    We guarantee that each course will run as scheduled, allowing you to confidently book flights and plan time off.

Reputable and trusted.

With hundreds of reviews across Google and Yoga Alliance. See why Shades of Yoga are the Gold standard of yoga teacher training courses Worldwide.

  • Such an amazing experience! 🙂 I very much enjoyed the 200h Yoga Teacher Training with with Shades of Yoga in October 2023 and gained ~ among so many other skills and insights ~ so much knowledge in asana alignment and how to teach safely. I am truly grateful that I was able to be part of the group. Even though I was not planning on teaching at all, I developed so much joy doing it. The small group size (we were 13) allowed for a truly safe space to grow and learn. Thanks a lot to Tracey and Helen for making this possible!:-)

    -Inga Alessandra Hermmann
  • This yoga teacher training program is the best I’ve ever come across! It truly exceeds expectations. The location is breathtaking, with a mesmerizing view of rice fields. Tracy, the owner, possesses an incredible wealth of knowledge, providing a deep and enriching training experience. I have acquired a wealth of knowledge and skills here, making it undoubtedly the best place for yoga teacher training in Bali. If you’re considering yoga teacher training, this is the place to be – a truly exceptional 10,000/10 experience

    -Jenni Ziong
  • I had only ever taken one yoga class in my life and we moved at a pace where I fully understand everything we were being taught. If you are new to yoga this is the perfect school for you! The class sizes are small, 16 students max, and you become very close with all the other students. I made the most beautiful friendships within the three weeks of Shades of Yoga YTT. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in beginning their yoga journey or anyone who has been doing yoga for years and would like to perfect their skills. Having only ever taken one yoga course I am now confident enough to teach yoga back home. Thank you Shades of Yoga

    -Inga Alessandra Hermmann
  • Amazing training, teachers are fantastics, the Ubud energy, the place we stayed, food, shala we practiced is just a dream. The quality of this course has been perfect, I finally discovered how to practice yoga. My body feels stronger, my knowledges deeper, thanks to Helen and Tracy. Everyone has been lovely, kind, all the employees from the place we stayed were also really caring and nice. Thanks for everything, I recommend 100% this course, this is changing-life.

    -Clara Cadot
  • Words cannot describe how special this course was. Going into it, I had no idea what to expect. I came out of this course with life long friends, Yoga teaching skills and life skills to guide me. The teachers are amazing and you can’t beat the food of Ubud. This is a special experience and I can’t recommend it enough!

    -Ben Herskowitz
  • An incredible experience, beyond the expectations I had. An incredible learning of yoga in its philosophy and physical practice, I leave confident in my ability to teach complete and qualitative yoga. But above all a path towards oneself, a journey to meet others and oneself. A magnificent experience that I recommend 100%. Another big thank you to Helen, Tracey and Indah who accompanied our group to help us give the best of ourselves.

    -Sama Ajna

Frequently asked questions

Are there International hospitals?

There are a number of different hospitals and clinics in Bali. There are places that support minor cuts and bruises but also international hospitals that handle larger scale issues.

It is always great idea to have travel insurance though. This will help make things go smoother generally and decrease waiting time.

Do I need to bring my own mat?

Venues supply mats for you to use during the classes but you are also expected to do your own self practice on your own time during the course. For that purpose it might be a good idea to have your yoga mat with you.
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Yoga mats are quite expensive in Bali so rather bring your own from home.

Is it safe to go places alone on days off?

Bali is a very safe and friendly island, however like anywhere make sure you travel wisely.

If you choose to go somewhere alone inform someone of your plans, and travel during the day and mind your belongings.. Smart travel is the best travel!

How do I get to Ubud from the airport?

Please WhatsApp our dear friend and Driver Nana Artana – he speaks fluent English and will assist you in getting from the airport to Ubud after your long flight. Let him know you are booked on a SOY course, simply send him a copy of your flight details and he will have a driver waiting for you on your arrival. Contact: Nana +62 812 398 7779

What do I have to do to get a visa?

Most countries are able to enter Bali free of charge for 29 night and 30 days. This course falls in that time frame so you will be covered.

However, if you plan on staying any longer you need to purchase an ON ARRIVAL VISA upon arrival (at the cost of around 30$usd cash) which will allow you to extend your visa for an additional 30 days.

There are many visa agencies that can help this process once you are here. The cost is around $80usd. You are also able to arrange a 60 days Visa before you travel through an Indonesia embassy. Look on line to find the one closest to you, and also to check if your country has any other restrictions.

What kind of clothes should I bring?

Depending on the time of year you come will determine clothes. If you are coming during rainy season it is very muggy and hot and so light, quick dry clothing is wonderful, but also packing a light rain jacket as you will surely be caught in it at some point.

Dry season is very sunny but actually a bit cool in the evenings so a light jumper or jacket for night time.

Does it rain all year round?

Rainy Season is Nov – March and during this time you will have sun and rain and it is quite hot and humid. Dry Season April – October will have just light rains here or there but is actually a cooler time of year.

Do I need to have my laptop with me?

You will need some device to write down and submit your assignments. It does not have to be a laptop, a tablet or a smart phone on which you can create a document will also suffice. You may also find internet cafes around the town.

Where can I get a SIM card for my phone?

There are many spots to obtain a SIM, some of the most reliable places are the supermarkets.
Supermarkets have stands out front that sell SIM cards and can also add data for you. There are also many local SIMPATI stands that sell SIM cards and data. These are not like the cell service stores you may be used to at home but offer the same service. So find a local market or ask someone to point you in the right direction of a SIMPATI store.

Rememebr you also need to purchase data to use the local SIM!

How secure are ATM's?

You need to make sure you are picking the most secure ATMs you can, either ones that are located in banks or hotels, as many ATMs can be faulty or not have the money loaded in them.

So when taking money out be sure to go to a more established place and TIP** -> the ATM doesn’t spit your card back out until the money comes out so remember to wait for your card, as many people forget this and walk away!