SKY (Yoga & Meditation) was born with a mission to bring traditional Hatha Yoga trainings from India to Bali.
Our 200h Yoga & Meditation Teacher Training focuses on providing the most authentic knowledge that Yoga has to offer while getting you ready to teach modern Yoga classes anywhere in the world.
Course Overview
This course is a fine balance between enough theory classes for you to understand what Yoga is, enough practical classes for you to feel the transformative power of Yoga and enough tutorial classes for you to be able to teach it. It is not an easy task, but we strongly believe that we have nailed that.
Although the Pantajali Yoga Sutras are the base to all our trainings, our 200h syllabus is designed around the Hatha Yoga tradition with added meditation classes and therefor your certificate will say ‘200h Yoga and Meditation Teacher Training’ (it is widely understood in the authentic Yoga world that practical Yoga is Hatha Yoga). The meditation component is an important part of the course and with 27h in total, this is the most meditation time you find in any YTT course in Bali.
Our classes are very well structured and are designed to provide knowledge in a very clear and formatted manner in an effort to ensure that you will understand and remember it. For example, each theory class compromise of a lecture, an active tutorial activity and dedicated Q&A time to clarify any doubts. Every lecture will be provided to you in your printed manual as well as in a digital format on WhatsApp at the end of each day.
We also have some complimentary (although optional) relaxing evening activities (sound healing, yoga nidra, etc) and two Sundays excusions are also included so that you dont have to do any planning at all whatsoever during those 3.5 weeks with us. Our trainings are 100% all inclusive and literally Everything is included in the room price. Lastly, we believe that small groups makes it for more effective education so we only take between 5 and 15 people per training.
Hours & Daily Schedules
200h Breakdown
Theory classes
Yoga philosophy 15h
Hatha Yoga texts 15h
Prana & Kundalini 15h
Pantajali Yoga Sutras 15h
Anatomy & Physiology 11h
Teaching methodology 11h
Tutorial classes
Asana Lab 19h
Meditation Lab 15h
Practical classes
Asana 36h
Meditation 12h
Pranayama, Shuddhi Kriya, Mantra 17h
Week days schedule
6.15am DETOX TEA
6.30am - 7.30am Asana
7.30am – 8.30am Shudhi Kriyas /Pranayama/Mantra
8.30am BREAKFAST
9.30am – 10.30am Yoga Philosophy
10.30am – 11.30am Hatha Yoga Texts
11.30am – 12.30am Meditation Lab
12.30 LUNCH
2pm – 3pm Prana & Kundalini
3pm – 4pm Pantajali Yoga Sutra
4pm TEA BREAK
4.15pm – 5.30pm – Asana Lab
5.30pm – 6.30pm – Asana
6.30pm – 7pm – Meditation
7pm DINNER
Saturday schedule
6.15am DETOX TEA
6.30am - 7.30am Asana
7.30am – 8.30am Meditation
8.30am BREAKFAST
9.30am – 12.30pm Anatomy
12.30 LUNCH
2pm – 5pm Teaching Methodology
7pm DINNER
MONDAY - Recap and revision of the entire course with Q&A with teachers
TUESDAY - Asana and theory exams
WEDNESDAY - 108 Surya Namaskar, exams results and discussion, fire ceremony and celebratory lunch
The last 3 days
Practical and Tutorial classes
More than half of your course consists of practical and active tutorials classes so it is an crucial part of your learning experience here.
The tutorial classes (asana lab and meditation lab) are essentially a mix of theory and practice at the same time. For example, you will learn the right way to perform a specific posture, some modifications, contraindications, benefits, etc and then you will practice it straight away with corrections from your teacher. This is when you can ask all your practical questions.
The practical classes are pure practice, you can pack your notepad away for those.
For pranayama (breathing) and shuddi kriyas (cleansing practices), our daily morning practice is pure practice and the theory is explained while studying the Hatha Yoga texts.
Yogic deep breathing
Kapalbhati
Bhastrika
Ujjayi
Anulom Vilom
Bhramari
Sitali/Sitkari
Kumbhaka
Pranayama
Shuddi Kriyas
You will learn the theory behind a range of yogic cleansing techniques but only the following will be practised (trust us, its enough!)
Jala Neti
Vaman dhauti
Trataka
Meditation Lab
What is meditation?
Relaxation and Reflection
Meditation according to Yogic literature
Meditation according to the teachings of the Bhudda
Introduction to Yoga Nidra
Om chanting meditation
Breath Awareness
Body awareness
Object visualisation
Sound meditation
Mindfulness meditation
Introduction to Vipassana
Introduction to Transcendental meditation
Other modern meditation techniques
Recap and Q&A with teacher
Asana Lab
The purpose of Asanas
Surya Namaskar
Supine postures
Prone postures
Meditation postures
Balancing postures
Twisting postures
Inversions postures
Forward bend
Back bend
Modifications
Correct alignments
Health Benefits
Contradictions
Recap and Q&A with teacher
Yoga is a journey of the Self, to the Self, through the Self.
- Bhagavad Gita, VI/20 -
Theory classes
What is Prana?
Pancha kosha theory
The 5 pranas in the body
The 3 doshas
Nadis and body pranic flow
The main 3 nadis
What is a chakra?
The lower chakras
The higher chakras
The importance of Sahasrara
What is Kundalini?
Kundalini yoga
The role of mudras in Kundalini
Kundalini awakening
Recap and Q&A with teacher
Yoga Philosophy
What is yoga?
Schools of yoga
Pantajali yoga vs hatha yoga
Citta, vritti & the self
Introduction to Vedas & Upanishads
Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita
Astika vs Nastika
Samkya vs Yoga
The 3 Gunas
The five elements
What is spirituality?
Popular gurus & yoga masters
Modern yoga styles
Yogic lifestyle for self-development
Recap and Q&A with teacher
Pantajali Yoga Sutras
History and importance of the Sutras
Patanjali Yoga Sutras overview
Yoga Citta Vritti Nirodhah
Success in Yoga according to Pantajali
The 8 limbs system (Asthanga Yoga)
Yama
Niyama
Asana & Pranayama
Prathyara
Dharana
Dhyana
Samadhi
Introduction to Abhyasa & Vairagya
Vrittis, Kleshas & Vivekakyati
Recap and Q&A with teacher
Hatha Yoga Texts
What is Hatha Yoga?
Overview of the main Hatha Yoga texts
Introduction to Hatha Yoga Pradipika
Asana in HP
Shuddhi Kriyas in HP
Shuddhi Kriyas in HP
Pranayama in HP
Pranayama in HP
Pranayama in HP
Mudra & Bhanda in HP
Mitahara in HP
Other subjects covered by HP
Introduction to Gheranda Samhita
Differences between HP & GS
Recap and Q&A with teacher
Anatomy & Physiology
Systems overview
Digestive system
Respiratory system
Circulatory system
Muscular system
Skeletal system
Endocrine system
Nervous system
Reproduction & Urinary system
Yoga influence on every systems
Revisions and Q&A with teacher
Prana & Kundalini
Teaching Methodology
Holding the space & develop your voice
Effective verbal & physical teachings cues
Verbal vs Hands on adjustment
The importance of alignment
Common mistakes, precautions and contradications
How to design and sequence your class
The art of effective sequencing
The use of props
Ethical guidelines for teachers & students
How to improve your class
Revisions and Q&A with teacher
Our Magical Jungle Eco Village
This is a place like no others.
Situated in the traditional Balinese village of Pejeng, on the edge of Ubud, we are blessed to be in a one-of-a-kind eco village in the middle of the jungle. The two hectares of this spiritual land boasts a large aquaponic garden, a walking meditation maze, organic fruit and vegetable gardens, an Ayuverda centre and a vegetarian restaurant.
The main villa where the training is taking place has a stunning 11 metres swimming pool, an open kitchen, a Yoga shala, a Yoga library and plenty of chill out areas (as a matter of fact we have 5 separate ‘rest and digest’ areas in the villa, including a floating net bed in the jungle!). The villa facilities are to be shared between all of you but each bedroom has its own designated bathroom.
The restaurant serves delicious vegetarian food (vegan on request) for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as herbal teas throughout the day (starting with our 6am detox ginger tea ;). We also bake our own bread, make our own yogurts and flavourful tropical fruits jams.
Room Types & Pricing
Private Room
Super King bed
Attached bathroom with 2 sinks, shower and super-sized bathtub
2 wardrobes with coat rail
Rest and work area
Designed for couples or somebody who likes stunning rooms with huge bathrooms
€ 3,300 for 24 nights, course and food included
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Luxury Room
Deluxe Room
2 people Shared Room
2 Queen beds separated by a divider and curtains for extra privacy
Attached bathroom with 2 sinks
2 wardrobes with coat rail
Designed for people who like their confort but are also mindful of the budget
€ 2,800 for 24 nights, course and food included
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Treehouse Room
Private Room
King bed
Detached private bathroom (just down the stairs..)
Immerse yourself in the jungle
Bedside cabinet for clothing and bedside table
Designed for those who want a unique jungle immersion, on top of a treehouse!
€ 2,800 for 24 nights, course and food included
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Bamboo Room
2 people Shared Room
2 Queen beds separated by a divider and curtains for extra privacy
Detached private bathroom
Shared wardrobe but private bedside cabinet
Designed for people who want to enjoy the balinese bamboo-hut life
€ 2,400 for 24 nights, course and food included
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We also offer the 200h YTT as a COURSE ONLY package with food (€ 1899) or without food (€ 1399)
We take a non-refundable €500 deposit to secure your place in the course. This can be paid by bank transfer or debit/credit card via Paypal (3% surcharge). The remaining payment is to be made at check in in cash, bank transfer or Paypal.
Meet your teachers
We have selected very knowledgeable and super enthusiastic teachers from around the world to teach, support and nourish you in your 24 days journey with us. There is a lot to learn and discover in a 200h training and we believe that empathic and supportive teachers are the key to a successful course.
Following years of travelling the world and living between England, India and Australia, Simon shifted his yoga skills from his French national championship gymnast background to a deeper focus on traditional knowledge, incorporating the mental and spiritual benefits of Yoga into its physical practices. After earning a high distinction in his Bachelor of Psychology, he went on to complete a P.G. Diploma in Yoga Education (1 year full time) at the prestigious Kaivalyadham College in India where he ranked second out of 58 students. He is currently finishing his Master’s degree in Yoga and Naturopathy with the aim of pursuing a PhD in Yogic Science. Simon previously completed a range of Yoga Teacher Trainings in Nepal and India as well as a 1 year Diploma in Energy Healing in Australia. He has been teaching yoga classes and workshops daily for eight years in London and Sydney, sometimes to more than 150 students a week. Although he enjoys teaching classic asana classes, he likes to specialise in pranayama and deep meditation courses. Passionate about sharing authentic and traditional yogic knowledge, he founded the SKY (Yoga & Meditation) training center to inspire worldwide students to understand what Yoga really means.
Originally from Brazil, Marcela has spent most of the last 15 years teaching Yoga between Thailand and Bali. Following her Masters in Business Economics and Management of Sustainability, she worked for the United Nations before turning to Yoga teaching full time. Passionate about 5 Elements Yoga Therapy, she is a certified E-RYT500 teacher and a YACEP (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider) and has facilitated over 20 Yoga Teacher Trainings for both 200h and 300h courses. Marcela believes that yoga unlocks the potential inside each one of us and opens the path to a very profound knowledge of who we really are. She found her own self-transformation through Yoga and meditation, which is why today she dedicates her life to this cause by sharing this powerful practice, supporting others on their unique journeys and being there for them in their transformation.
200h YTT Calendar for 2025
30th March to 23rd April (+ Optional FREE 3 days Sound Healing Course until Saturday 26th)
27th April to 21st May (+ Optional FREE 3 days Sound Healing Course until Saturday 24th)
25th May to 18th June (+ Optional FREE 3 days Sound Healing Course until Saturday 21st)
27th July to 20th August (+ Optional 3 days Sound Healing Course until Saturday 23rd)
28th September to 22nd October (+ Optional 3 days Sound Healing Course until Saturday 23rd)
29th November to 23rd December (+ Optional SPECIAL 5 days Sound Healing Course from 26th to 30th December)
We put together this unique offer to celebrate the opening of our new location in Ubud. For the first 3 months, our add-on 3 days sound healing course will be FREE for all YTT 200h students, and yes this includes free 3 nights accommodation and food! You’re Welcome!
FREE Sound Healing Course for our first 3 months in Ubud
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FREE Sound Healing Course for our first 3 months in Ubud ⭐⭐⭐
Check In and Check Out
Check in happens on the Sunday from 2pm to 5pm*, we then have our Welcome Group Circle at 5.30pm followed by a short meditation.
The full course starts on the Monday morning at 6.30am*
Check out is essentially anytime after the end of the course which is about midday on the last Wednesday. However, we organise a celebratory lunch upon delivery of the certificate and it is very much expected that everyone stays for the lunch. If you are not staying for the sound healing course, you will be gently asked to check out by 2.30pm on that day.
(* exept from the 300h YTT which checks in on Wednesday 22nd and starts on Thursday 23rd October)
Yoga Alliance International Accreditation
Our Yoga training center is fully accredited by Yoga Alliance International (YAI).
Originally from India, YAI now operates in every continents with more than a dozen offices around the world and have registered schools and teachers in over 50 countries. With over 500 registered schools and over 15,000 registered teachers, they are the largest accreditation body for traditional yoga training worldwide. They represent a network of dedicated, like-minded people, devoted to the cause of authentic Yoga and are looking forward for you to join!
Upon completion of your course, you will receive a certificate approved by Yoga Alliance International which comes with a lifetime YAI membership (you can choose to be listed on their website as a teacher or not).
Aside from the YAI accreditation, Simon is also a ‘Yoga Evaluator’ certified by the Government of India through the Yoga Certification Board. He has passed the challenging YCB Level 3 exam set by the Ministry of AYUSH (Government of India) in April 2023 and is one of the only person in Bali to hold this certification.
For further information, please don’t hesitate to check out their website
www.yogaalliance.org.in
www.yogacertificationboard.nic.in
Why Choose SKY
Authentic Hatha Yoga syllabus and training methods coming straight from India
Small groups guaranteed (between 5 and 15 people only)
Knowledgable and adaptive international teachers
Fully immersive experience in a stunning villa, part of a magical eco village, set in the peaceful jungle of Ubud
Intense 24 days training with very structured classes to give you all the knowledge required to understand and appreciate the power of Yoga + all the tools you need to teach your first class as soon as you leave
100% all inclusive package, including meditative evening activities once a week and even two Sundays excursions
(PS: if you are looking for a Yoga training next to Ubud centre where you can dine out and go shopping every other day, please do not choose us. Equally, if you are looking for a fitness based training for those big workouts to purely improve your strength, flexibility and gymnastic moves, please do not choose us, you will find much better centres for this in Ubud).
