INTERNATIONAL TEACHER TRAINING IN THAILAND
A Transformational Time of Yoga, Study & Sacred Exploration
This July, Willow Gardens Yoga is expanding our Teacher Training School internationally with a three-week-long immersion in Chiang Mai, Thailand. We’ll be hosting a series of world-class trainings at Mala Dhara EcoFarm, an eco-luxury retreat center surrounded by rice fields, mountain views, and the peaceful rhythms of northern Thailand. This serene setting provides the ideal foundation for deep study, personal growth, and elevated practice.
Join us for a transformative journey where ancient tradition meets modern teaching. Whether you're advancing your teaching path or beginning your journey as a new instructor, our international immersion blends rigorous education with restorative, heart-centered living. Each morning begins with practice, breathwork, or meditation, followed by enriching workshops, posture labs, sequencing sessions, and community time. Evenings are reserved for rest, reflection, and the quiet magic of Thailand’s countryside.
TRAINING OFFERED IN THAILAND
300-Hour Intensive Original Hot Yoga YTT
July 11th - 31st
Deepen Your Mastery of the Original Hot Yoga System
Our 300-Hour Intensive Original Hot Yoga Training in Chiang Mai, Thailand, is designed for teachers and dedicated practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of the classic Hot 26 sequence. This advanced program goes far beyond memorizing dialogue, offering a comprehensive education in alignment, anatomy, energetic theory, postural variations, and refined cueing.
During this immersive training, you’ll study each posture in depth, learn advanced modifications and progressions, and strengthen your teaching presence through daily practice teaching. The peaceful setting at Mala Dhara enhances your ability to focus, integrate, and evolve as a Hot Yoga instructor.
Perfect for teachers looking to expand to 300 hours, studio leaders, and Hot 26 practitioners wanting to teach with authority, clarity, and confidence.
More information coming soon!
300-Hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training
July 11th - 31st
Elevate Your Teaching With Advanced Sequencing, Anatomy & Leadership
Our 300-Hour Advanced Teacher Training in Thailand is designed for certified teachers seeking to advance their skills. This program blends advanced sequencing, intelligent class design, hands-on assisting, in-depth anatomy, philosophy, theming, and leadership development, all in an immersive retreat setting.
You’ll refine your teaching voice, learn to create transformative class experiences, and explore advanced postures safely and intentionally. Additional modules include breathwork, meditation, energetics, subtle body anatomy, and modern teaching frameworks that prepare you for real-world studio environments.
Whether you’re looking to advance your credentials, teach workshops, lead trainings, or expand your depth as a teacher, this 300-hour immersion provides the tools and confidence to elevate your path.
More information coming soon!
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Intensive
July 11th - 31st
Foundational Yoga Teacher Training in a Beautiful Retreat Setting
Our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Thailand is our foundational program for aspiring teachers and students ready to deepen their practice. Set in the serene landscape of Mala Dhara, this YTT blends traditional philosophy with modern teaching methods to equip you to confidently lead Vinyasa and multi-level classes.
The curriculum includes the Eight Limbs of Yoga, anatomy, alignment, breathwork, meditation, sequencing, hands-on cueing, and the foundations of Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow. You’ll gain real teaching experience through daily labs, practice teaching sessions, and personalized mentoring.
Ideal for beginners and intermediate practitioners alike, this training offers a powerful opportunity to transform your practice, your teaching, and your understanding of yoga while immersed in the rich culture of northern Thailand.
50-Hour Mat Pilates Intensive
July 11th - 17th
Strength, Alignment & Technique in an Immersive Retreat Experience
Our 50-Hour Pilates Training in Thailand is perfect for yoga teachers, fitness instructors, and movement enthusiasts looking to build a strong foundation in Pilates mat work. This training covers classical and contemporary Pilates principles, alignment, breath, functional anatomy, and hands-on teaching skills.
You’ll learn Level 1–3 exercises, how to cue with clarity, sequencing essentials, and creative variations using props. Daily practice teaching ensures you leave confident and prepared to integrate Pilates into your classes or begin teaching your own sessions.
Set against Thailand’s serene natural backdrop and the nourishing atmosphere of Mala Dhara, this training offers the perfect combination of movement education and personal renewal.
50-Hour Ashtanga Intensive
July 25th - 31st
Immerse Yourself in the Traditional Ashtanga Practice
Our 50-Hour Ashtanga Training in Thailand offers an accessible yet powerful introduction to the Ashtanga system. You’ll study the Primary Series in detail, learn proper alignment, explore modifications, and understand how breath, movement, and drishti come together to create a steady, meditative flow.
This training also includes background on the history and philosophy of Ashtanga Yoga, practical techniques for teaching beginners, and hands-on guidance for safe adjustments. Ideal for yoga teachers, practitioners wanting to expand their knowledge, or anyone drawn to the discipline and structure of Ashtanga.
Immersed in the peaceful environment of Mala Dhara, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with the heart of this traditional practice fully.
WHY TRAIN WITH US IN THAILAND?
Immerse yourself fully, away from distractions, in a setting that supports transformation, clarity, and connection. Mala Dhara offers farm-to-table meals, eco-friendly villas, a saltwater pool, open-air practice spaces, and breathtaking natural surroundings. With miles of nature, temples, culture, and local charm, Chiang Mai is the perfect setting for both study and soul nourishment.
This international training experience blends high-level education, cultural enrichment, and restful retreat living, allowing you to focus on your growth as a teacher and practitioner, unlike anywhere else.
PAYMENT INFORMATION
We know that embarking on a training program is a big decision and a financial investment. We have options to save and to spread your payments over time.
300-Hour Original Hot Yoga YTT
$3697 includes $500 Deposit (non-refundable)
Six-month payment plan available.
300-Hour Advanced YTT
$3697 includes $500 Deposit (non-refundable)
Six-month payment plan available.
200-Hour YTT Intensive
$2997 includes $500 Deposit (non-refundable)
Six-month payment plan available.
50-Hour Mat Pilates Intensive
$1197 includes $500 Deposit (non-refundable)
Four-month payment plan available.
50-Hour Ashtanga Intensive
$1197 includes $500 Deposit (non-refundable)
Four-month payment plan available.
ABOUT MALA DHARA: YOUR HOME FOR TRAINING IN THAILAND
Eco-Luxury Retreat Center in Chiang Mai
Our international trainings take place at Mala Dhara EcoFarm, a renowned eco-luxury retreat center located just outside Chiang Mai, Thailand. Designed with sustainability and comfort in mind, Mala Dhara blends natural living with modern amenities, making it an ideal setting for deep yoga study, movement practice, and personal transformation.
Surrounded by lush rice fields, mountain views, and the quiet beauty of northern Thailand, Mala Dhara offers a peaceful sanctuary far from the noise of daily life. The property features open-air yoga shalas, saltwater pools, farm-to-table vegan dining, and unique clay-and-bamboo villas that support rest and grounding. Guests love the slow, intentional pace of life here, perfect for long practice days, reflection, journaling, or simply enjoying nature between sessions.
Mala Dhara’s team is known for warm hospitality and thoughtful care, ensuring your stay is both nourishing and memorable. With its organic farm, beautifully designed spaces, and deep connection to Thai culture, Mala Dhara is one of the most inspiring training environments in Southeast Asia.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN THAILAND
Practice, Culture & Transformation in Chiang Mai
Your time in Thailand blends immersive teacher training with the rich cultural, spiritual, and natural beauty of northern Thailand. Each day begins with morning yoga, meditation, or breathwork, followed by workshops, posture labs, anatomy sessions, or sequencing practice. Afternoons offer rest time, enjoy the saltwater pool, explore the grounds, or soak in the quiet rhythm of rural Chiang Mai.
Chiang Mai is known for its warm hospitality, vibrant markets, ancient temples, and strong spiritual heritage. Whether you’re wandering the Old City or enjoying sunset over the mountains, this region offers an unforgettable backdrop for personal and professional growth.
Expect meaningful community, profound inner work, and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to deepen your practice in a part of the world that has inspired seekers, teachers, and travelers for centuries.