A yoga teacher training retreat is a residential program that combines formal teacher training with living on site for the full course. It is not the same thing as a wellness retreat. Our Amertham training in Bali is one example: 20 nights, approximately three weeks, built around Hatha, Vinyasa and Ashtanga, with accommodation and meals included in the residential package.
Quick Answer: What Is a Yoga Teacher Training Retreat in Bali?
A yoga teacher training retreat is a structured teacher training program delivered residentially, where students stay at the training venue for the duration of the course. The format combines formal education, daily practice, teaching development, theory and assessment with accommodation and a shared living environment.
The word “retreat” can mislead here. A leisure-focused yoga retreat is built around rest and recreation, with practice offered rather than required. A yoga teacher training is first and foremost a structured training course, with a timetable, coursework and assessments at the end. It may sometimes be described as a “retreat” because you step away from your usual routine and stay immersed in the training environment, but the purpose is education and teacher development rather than leisure.
Amertham Yoga Teacher Training Retreat at a Glance
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Program | 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training |
| School | House of Om |
| Location | Amertham, Bali, Indonesia |
| Format | Residential, in person |
| Duration | 20 nights, approximately three weeks |
| Main styles | Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga |
| Level | All levels, including complete beginners |
| Accommodation | Dorm, triple, twin and private rooms |
| Meals | Breakfast, lunch and dinner currently listed |
| Assessments | Practical and theoretical exams |
| Current schedule | 2026 and 2027 dates available on our Amertham program page |
What Makes Amertham a Residential Yoga Teacher Training Retreat?
The difference is where you are between sessions. A weekly studio course fits training around your existing life. A day-format training asks you to travel in and out each day. A residential program puts the training and your accommodation in one place for the whole course, which is what Amertham does across its 20 nights.
A Jungle Setting Above a River Gorge
Amertham is a secluded jungle sanctuary set above a deep river gorge, surrounded by dense greenery and within earshot of flowing water — an environment designed to support focused practice and reflection. More than ten waterfall locations are within 10 km of Amertham, and three of Bali’s largest natural parks are roughly a 20-minute drive away. If a setting like this is part of what you are looking for, our overview of nature-based yoga teacher training covers the wider category.
Living and Training in the Same Environment
Practically, a residential format removes the daily commute and the planning that goes with it. Sessions, meals and your room are all on one property, so breaks between sessions are usable for rest rather than travel. You also spend three weeks alongside the same group of students, who are working through the same material on the same schedule.
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Yoga Teacher Training Retreat vs Yoga Retreat: What Is the Difference?
The two are often marketed in similar language, but they are different products with different outcomes.
| A wellness-focused yoga retreat may offer | A teacher training program such as Amertham includes | |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Rest, travel and personal practice | A structured 200-hour qualification |
| Training hours | No set total; sessions are usually optional | A defined 200-hour curriculum |
| Teaching methodology | Rarely covered | A taught component of the program |
| Practice teaching | Not typically included | Part of teaching development |
| Assessments | None | Practical and theoretical exams |
| Completion | No credential | A school-issued completion certificate |
| Daily structure | Flexible, largely self-directed | A set timetable from morning to evening |
| Accommodation | Usually included | Included — 20 nights at Amertham |
| Who it suits | People wanting a break with yoga in it | People wanting to learn to teach, or to study seriously |
Retreats vary considerably, so treat the left column as what one is likely to involve rather than a rule. The point of the comparison is the direction of travel: one is built around rest, the other around coursework.
How Is the 200-Hour Amertham Training Structured?
The three weeks each carry a different emphasis, building from foundation to teaching.
Week 1: Hatha Yoga Foundations
The opening week establishes a Hatha yoga foundation — the postural and breath vocabulary the rest of the program builds on.
Week 2: Vinyasa Flow
The second week moves into Vinyasa Flow, applying the first week’s foundation to continuous, breath-linked sequences.
Week 3: Ashtanga and Teaching Development
The final week combines Ashtanga yoga with teaching development, shifting the emphasis from practicing to instructing.
Practical and Theoretical Assessments
The program concludes with practical and theoretical examinations. Students who successfully complete the requirements receive the applicable training completion certificate.
If you are still deciding which style suits you, it is worth reading our comparison to compare Hatha, Vinyasa and Ashtanga teacher training — a multi-style program like this one suits students who do not yet have a preference.
What Else Do Students Study at Amertham?
Alongside the three styles, our 200-hour training includes a number of additional components. These form part of the single 200-hour program rather than separate certifications.
Meditation, Mantra and Yoga Nidra
Meditation and mantra are taught as part of the curriculum, with Yoga Nidra — a guided relaxation practice — included as its own component.
Shatkarma and Ayurveda
Shatkarma refers to traditional yogic cleansing practices. Ayurveda is introduced as a related system of principles rather than as clinical or medical instruction.
Teaching Methodology, Alignment and Biomechanics
Teaching methodology, alignment, hands-on adjustments, biomechanics and injury-prevention considerations are all listed, alongside pranayama and yoga philosophy. This group is where a 200-hour program turns practice into teaching.
Kirtan, Sound and Voice Practices
The training also includes Kirtan, sound healing and Voice Activation. Voice work is directly relevant to teaching, since instructing a room is a spoken skill.
What Does a Typical Day at a Residential YTT Look Like?
Days are structured from early morning to evening, and the rhythm is consistent even though no two days are identical. A typical day moves through early-morning cleansing practices and chanting, asana and pranayama, breakfast, a theory and study block, Yoga Nidra, lunch, teaching methodology, alignment and adjustment work, and a closing evening practice.
That is a full day rather than a strenuous one, and the structure is what carries most students through three weeks of it. The daily schedule is subject to change at the teacher’s discretion, so treat it as a shape rather than a fixed timetable and check our current Amertham program information for the latest schedule details.
Where Do You Stay During Amertham’s 20-Night Training?
Four room categories are currently offered. The training, meals and inclusions are identical in each, so the room is the only variable.
Dorm Room
A female dorm with four single beds. The lowest-priced option.
Triple Room
A female room with three single beds.
Twin Room
A female-only shared room with two single beds.
Private Room
A private room with a double bed.
Current room listings include a shower, air conditioning, hot water and Wi-Fi. Across a 20-night stay, how many people you share with is worth weighing honestly against the price difference — rest quality matters more on an intensive schedule than it does on a holiday.
What Meals Are Included at Amertham?
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are currently listed as included with the Amertham residential training packages. We serve fresh, Ayurvedic-inspired vegetarian meals prepared with organic ingredients.
This is worth checking against any program you compare, because meal arrangements differ widely between schools and are one of the most common hidden differences between two similar-looking prices.
Can Beginners Join a Yoga Teacher Training Retreat at Amertham?
Yes. Our Amertham program is open to all levels, including complete beginners.
Prior teaching experience is not required, and neither is an intention to teach afterward. You do not need to plan on becoming a yoga teacher to join. Some students enroll to deepen a personal practice in a structured setting rather than to work as teachers. Practice experience and teaching experience are also different things: a 200-hour program exists to build the second.
How Much Does a Yoga Teacher Training Retreat at Amertham Cost?
The fee depends on which room you choose. Current Amertham pricing at the time of this October 2026 update:
| Room | Regular | Current early bird |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm | $2,500 | $2,125 |
| Triple | $2,810 | $2,390 |
| Twin | $3,200 | $2,720 |
| Private | $3,900 | $3,315 |
We currently offer a 15% early-bird rate for eligible Amertham bookings. Rates, eligibility and availability can change, and the early-bird figures are not a single price applying to every category.
Room choice is what moves the total, since the training, meals, materials and equipment are the same in every category. Currently $1,190 separates the dorm from the private room — that difference buys privacy and nothing else.
For how training fees are built more generally, see how yoga teacher training costs are structured. For this program specifically, check our current Amertham pricing and room availability.
What Is Included in the Amertham Residential Package?
The current package covers:
- 20 nights of accommodation in your chosen room category
- The 200-hour training
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Yoga equipment
- Learning materials
- Community events
- A welcome bag containing training materials, a neti pot, mala beads and a sarong
Students who meet the current early-bird and full-payment conditions also receive lifetime access to our online 200-hour materials, including recorded lessons, teaching resources, templates and downloadable materials. Please check our current offer terms before booking on that basis.
What Should You Budget for Beyond the Training Package?
Several costs sit outside any training fee, and they are where trip budgets are usually underestimated:
- Flights to and from Bali
- Travel insurance covering the length of your stay and daily physical activity
- Indonesian entry requirements and any associated costs, which depend on your nationality and length of stay and should be checked against current official sources
- Personal spending and any activities outside the training schedule
- Airport transfers, which are not included in our Amertham package
Airport transfers are not included in our Amertham package, but we can share the contact details of trusted drivers who have been driving our students for years. You can also arrange your own taxi or book a car through a local transport app.
When Are the Next Amertham Yoga Teacher Training Retreats?
We currently list the following Amertham intakes for 2027:
- 14 Dec 2026 – 02 Jan 2027
- 04 Jan 2027 – 23 Jan 2027
- 25 Jan 2027 – 13 Feb 2027
- 15 Feb 2027 – 06 Mar 2027
- 09 Mar 2027 – 28 Mar 2027
- 29 Mar 2027 – 17 Apr 2027
- 19 Apr 2027 – 08 May 2027
- 10 May 2027 – 29 May 2027
- 31 May 2027 – 19 Jun 2027
We also list additional Amertham training dates for 2027 on our program page. Availability is not published as a live figure, so check our current Amertham training dates and availability before arranging your travel.
Who Is Amertham’s Residential YTT Best Suited For?
This format may suit you if several of the following describe what you want:
- A residential three-week program rather than a part-time or online format
- A nature-focused setting away from town
- Structured daily study with a set timetable
- Exposure to Hatha, Vinyasa and Ashtanga rather than a single style
- Accommodation and training in the same place
- A package where meals are included
- An environment organized around the training schedule rather than around leisure
If you would rather train in a town with amenities nearby, or need a format you can fit around work, a different program is likely to serve you better — and that is worth establishing before you book rather than after.
What Should You Check Before Booking a Yoga Teacher Training Retreat in Bali?
Twelve questions, applicable to any school you are considering:
- Is this genuinely teacher training, or primarily a wellness retreat?
- What does the curriculum actually cover?
- What are the entry requirements?
- What certificate is issued on completion?
- How does Yoga Alliance registration work, and what is the school’s current status?
- How long is the residential stay?
- Which meals are included, and on which days?
- What room types are available, and how many share each?
- What exactly is included in the fee?
- What additional travel costs should I expect?
- What are the current dates, and which are still open?
- What are the date-change and cancellation terms?
For a broader view of the options across the island, see our complete guide to yoga teacher training in Bali.
What Does Yoga Alliance Registration Mean After a 200-Hour YTT?
Completing a training and registering as a teacher are two separate steps. YTT 200 is the training program itself. RYS 200 describes a school registered with Yoga Alliance at the 200-hour level. RYT 200 is an individual teacher registration, subject to Yoga Alliance’s own requirements.
Students who successfully complete the program receive the applicable training completion certificate. Individual registration is applied for separately, carries its own requirements and fees, and those requirements change — so check the current position directly, and understand Yoga Alliance 200-hour training and RYT registration before assuming what a certificate entitles you to.
FAQs
How long is a yoga teacher training retreat in Bali?
Most residential 200-hour programs run around three to four weeks. Our Amertham training runs for 20 nights, approximately three weeks, with students staying at the training property throughout. Hybrid and online formats spread the same hours over a longer period.
Is Amertham a 200-hour yoga teacher training?
Yes. Amertham is our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training venue in Bali, delivered as an in-person residential program over 20 nights, delivered as an in-person residential program over 20 nights, with practical and theoretical examinations at the end.
Can beginners join Amertham’s yoga teacher training?
Yes. Our Amertham program is open to all levels, including complete beginners. Prior teaching experience is not required, and and you do not need to plan on teaching professionally afterward.
Are accommodation and meals included at Amertham?
Yes. The current package includes 20 nights of accommodation in your chosen room category, together with breakfast, lunch and dinner, together with breakfast, lunch and dinner featuring fresh, Ayurvedic-inspired vegetarian meals.
What yoga styles are taught at Amertham?
Hatha, Vinyasa and Ashtanga, sequenced across the three weeks — Hatha foundations first, then Vinyasa Flow, then Ashtanga alongside teaching development. The program also covers meditation, mantra, Yoga Nidra, shatkarma, Ayurveda, kirtan, sound practices and Voice Activation.
How much does the Amertham training cost?
It depends on the room. At the time of this October 2026 update, published rates run from $2,500 regular for a dorm place to $3,900 regular for a private room, with early-bird rates lower. Pricing can change, so check our current Amertham rates and room availability before booking.
Does a 200-hour YTT automatically make you an RYT 200?
No. Completing a program earns you the school’s training completion certificate. RYT 200 is a separate individual registration with Yoga Alliance, applied for by you, with its own requirements and fees that should be checked against current rules.
Where can I check Amertham’s current dates and availability?
On our Amertham 200-hour yoga teacher training page, where we list current intakes, room options and pricing. Dates and availability change, so For the latest dates, room options and availability, check our Amertham program page.
Explore the 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training at Amertham
Amertham is our 20-night residential 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Bali set in a jungle location above a river gorge, combining structured teacher training across Hatha, Vinyasa and Ashtanga with accommodation and meals in one package. It is a working program rather than a holiday, and it is open to beginners. If a different format or location would suit you better, our full range of training programs is worth comparing first.
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