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Shades of Yoga is a Yoga Alliance accredited Yoga Teacher Training School, offering RYT 200 Level 1 Teacher Training and Continuing Education Programs (YACEP). Since 2010, we have guided students in Bali, South Africa, and other exceptional international destinations, creating transformative experiences in stunning natural environments that nourish the mind, body, and soul.
In addition to our teacher training, we curate luxury, life-changing short yoga retreats in safe, tranquil locations — designed to restore, inspire, and transform your practice and your life.
Shades of Yoga transforms passion into profession, equipping teachers with everything they need to succeed and lead with confidence.
We strongly emphasis technique and alignment throughout our courses as safety is paramount to our teaching philosophy.
We offer small-group training experiences with no more than 12 students per course ensuring you get the individual attention you deserve.
We operate in stunning, tranquil destinations around the globe, with our flagship centre being based in Ubud, Bali.
Shades of Yoga nurtures a deeper connection to yoga, teaching it as a sacred practice that transforms your life from the inside out, beyond the physical postures.
Yoga is for people of all shapes, sizes and experience levels. You don’t have to be young. You don’t have to be flexible. You just have to be.
Shades of Yoga transforms passion into profession, equipping teachers with everything they need to succeed and lead with confidence.
We strongly emphasis technique and alignment throughout our courses as safety is paramount to our teaching philosophy.
We offer small-group training experiences with no more than 12 students per course ensuring you get the individual attention you deserve.
We operate in stunning, tranquil destinations around the globe, with our flagship centre being based in Ubud, Bali.
Shades of Yoga nurtures a deeper connection to yoga, teaching it as a sacred practice that transforms your life from the inside out, beyond the physical postures.
Yoga is for people of all shapes, sizes and experience levels. You don’t have to be young. You don’t have to be flexible. You just have to be.
Shades of Yoga was founded by Tracey Rohan Irwin, whose personal yoga journey began over 22 years ago in her native South Africa. Tracey studied extensively with the original yogis in India, including Pattabhi Jois and B.K.S. Iyengar, and immersed herself in transformative psycho-spiritual practices. These experiences shaped her vision of teacher training as not just asana-based, but a profound, life-transforming journey.
In 2007, Tracey opened her first commercial yoga studio in Umhlanga Rocks, South Africa, offering immersive teacher trainings that inspired practitioners from all walks of life. Over the following years, she expanded trainings across South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Mauritius, as well as running our internationally accredited RYT 200 Teacher Training in Costa Rica, bringing life-changing experiences to students around the globe.
A return to Bali in 2010, where Tracey first studied yoga in 2005, marked the birth of Shades of Yoga in its modern form. Nestled in the heart of Ubud, our studio harnessed the vibrant, healing energy of this spiritual hub, creating a sanctuary of peace, inspiration, and transformation. Here, immersive trainings and retreats nurtured mind, body, and soul, guiding students toward deep growth and authentic self-connection.
Coming in 2026, Shades of Yoga will be reopening in South Africa’s breathtaking Cape Province, launching luxury, life-changing retreats in the serene mountains of the region. These immersive experiences continue our mission to transform lives, blending the physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions of yoga for every student who seeks personal growth and deep connection.
An ideal location was found, right in the heart of Ubud, known for its vibrant and healing energy that draws spiritual seekers and nature lovers from around the globe.
Shades of Yoga training studio is located in an idyllic natural setting, with a world-class vegetarian restaurant on the premises, making it a sanctuary of peace and healing energy.
It is here that Shades of Yoga ran their 9 teacher training courses a year, drawing yoga enthusiasts from all corners of the globe.
Our internationally qualified yoga teacher trainers share their extensive knowledge and experience during the RYT 200 teacher training, alongside inspiring guest teachers who bring unique perspectives and expertise. Classes are intentionally kept small, maximum 12 students, with one primary teacher per course, ensuring personalised guidance and support.
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!:-)
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
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
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.
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!
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.
