Yoga Teacher Training in Spain: The 13 Best Programs [2025]
LOOKING FOR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING IN SPAIN?
We’ve got you covered! Spain has quickly become a hub for yoga enthusiasts, with many yoga teacher training programs available across the country.
But with so many yoga schools and teacher training programs available in Spain, it can be challenging to sift through them all. Luckily, I’ve done that for you! Spain is one of my favorite places to visit. I lived in Spain for four months, exploring both its bustling cities and tranquil countryside, and have returned several times.
In this post, I’ll review the top programs offered in Spain. By the end of this post, you will know exactly what to expect from each and be able to pick the one that suits you best!
The Top 200-hr Yoga Teacher Training in Spain
These are the top 13 yoga teacher training courses offered in Spain in 2025. They are the highest-rated, the most popular, the best locations based on personal experience, and the best food and accommodations.
I hope this helps you in your quest to find a teacher training that is right for you.
1) 31-Day 200 Hr Yoga Alliance Teacher Training
⭐ RATING: 4.9/5 | 📅 DATES: Year-Round | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Barcelona, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: Starts any day of the week year-round, option to practice teaching actual classes (supervised), business module, nice accommodations
Receive your 200-hour Yoga Alliance certification in the middle of Barcelona! Yoga Week’s program is based on the Hatha & Vinyasa Yoga lineages. “School” will take place full-time Monday through Friday, and on weekends you will be free to rest and explore Barcelona.
A unique element of this program is that you will have the opportunity to practice teaching actual classes at the Yoga Weeks studio (supervised). So you will leave this program with a little bit of experience and confidence!
Additionally, you will be assigned a mentor when you arrive, whom you will meet with weekly. And, there will be a 2-day business module to help you get started teaching professionally.
“Totally recommended. The teaching is superb, we learned so much. Feeling so confident to start my yoga journey. Also the house is unique, big, with excellent decoration and newly refurbished!”
– RACHEL (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
Breakfast and lunch are included. All food is vegetarian, gluten-free, and organic. All yoga equipment is provided for you.
You can choose to arrange your own accommodations or you can choose to book accommodations at the Retreat House. The Retreat House is super cute, has private and shared rooms, and is just a few steps away from the training shala. This yoga teacher training in Barcelona is perfect for the modern yogi!
2) 21-Day 200-Hour Intensive Hatha & Ashtanga Vinyasa YTT
⭐ RATING: 4.85/5 | 📅 DATES: Multiple Dates | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Gayatri Yoga, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: Hatha, Iyengar, Yin, and Ashtanga Vinyasa, small group training
Deepen your practice and develop your ability to communicate calmly and clearly to effectively teach yoga. Gayatri Yoga provides the opportunity to put what you learn into practice with 25 hours of teaching practice and teaching assistance.
Study teaching methodology, anatomy and physiology, philosophy, lifestyle, and ethics. It’s important to Gayatri that they provide students with a solid foundation of knowledge about and from the ancient masters of yoga, and that they convey the mind work element of yoga.
“If you want to deepen your knowledge and practice of all aspects of yoga this is the perfect place. The teachers are so dedicated and supportive and love to teach. It was indeed full on with long days of learning plus self-studying so don’t expect to have much time outside of the school. This course was everything I had hoped for and I had an amazing time”
– SARAH H. (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
The school has basic shared rooms and a dormitory. Private rooms are available upon request and at extra cost at the School Guesthouse next door.
Vegetarian breakfast and lunch ingredients are provided, but students do their own cooking. All dinners are prepared by the retreat (and will be vegetarian).
3) 18-Day 200-Hour High Quality Teacher Training
⭐ RATING: 4.9/5 | 📅 DATES: May & Sep. 2025 | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Cami De La Platja De Castell S/n 17230 Palamos, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: Mediterranean vegetarian meals, comprehensive yoga manual
Nydum’s 200-hour Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training offers a transformative experience blending traditional Ashtanga with modern techniques.
Set in a peaceful beachside villa, this full-spectrum program suits those deepening their practice or aspiring to teach. Expect daily immersion in yoga philosophy, physical practice, and teaching skills, guided by a passionate, expert team.
Relax in comfortable accommodations with stunning views, enjoy zero-waste cuisine, and build confidence in a nurturing environment—perfect for genuine seekers ready to elevate their yoga journey.
I just finished my 200-hour Ashtanga & Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training at Nydum in mars 2025, and it was an incredible experience! Amelia, and her team, created such a supportive and inspiring space, and Nina’s yoga classes were so good and challenging, pushing me to new limits in my practice. The setting was beautiful. Surrounded by stunning beaches and nature, it added so much to the whole experience.
Tea B. (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
4) 15-Day 200-Hour Hatha and Vinyasa YTT
⭐ RATING: 4.8/5 | 📅 DATES: Multiple 2025 Dates | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Shambhala Yoga School and Stay, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: small-group connections, a sound bath, and a Sunday rest day
Shambhala Yoga School’s 200-hour Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training offers an intimate, transformative experience surrounded by black sand beaches and the Atlantic Ocean.
Limited to 9 students, this intensive program provides personalized attention from experienced teachers in a joyful, supportive setting. The curriculum blends Hatha and Vinyasa with Ashtanga, Yin, Restorative, and Partner yoga, plus pranayama, meditation, and yoga Nidra.
You’ll explore yoga philosophy, anatomy, and teaching skills across four key areas: techniques, anatomy, humanities, and professional essentials.
The teachers are truly inspiring, caring and kind. We all learned so much not only about yoga but also about what kind of person we want to be Both teachers are extremely experienced with many different types of yoga and i would recommend this school for anyone truly!
– Soo H. (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
5) 23-Day 200-Hour Philosophy, Hatha, and Vinyasa YTT
⭐ RATING: 4.75/5 | 📅 DATES: April 18 – May 10 2026 | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Casa Verònica, Alicante, Valencia, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: Small group, multiple silent guided walks
Yoga Sutra Shala’s 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in rural Valencia, Spain, blends Eastern and Western yoga traditions, focusing on Hatha, Vinyasa, and meditation, with an introduction to Yin yoga.
Led by Namit Kathoria and supported by experienced teachers, this intensive course (max 10 students) fosters a nurturing, family-like environment in a restored 475-year-old house in Pego’s historic center.
You’ll master asana alignment, sequencing, and adjustments, alongside pranayama, chanting, and philosophy—covering topics like Metta meditation and yoga’s scientific foundations. Anatomy and teaching practice build confidence to share yoga holistically.
I had a wonderful experience on this retreat. The highlights were: the peaceful, scenic setting in the valley and opportunities to walk, hike, and explore; the amazing, thoughtfully planned vegan and plant-based menu and Bev’s delicious, creative, and inspiring cooking; my room (the separate casita, La Font) which was very quiet, private, spacious, and comfortable; in the schedule, the right balance between yoga asana, pranayama, and meditation practice and free time to relax, read, journal, sunbathe, etc.
Rebecca N. (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
6) 1 Month 200-Hour High-Quality Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training
⭐ RATING: 4.35/5 | 📅 DATES: Year Round | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Carrer Volta de la Perdiu, 2, Barcelona, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: 375+ reviews, aesthetic, hands-on teaching experience
Yoga Weeks is a renowned yoga school in Barcelona. It offers a 200-hour Hatha Vinyasa teacher training over 31 days, with 21 days of instruction (Monday–Friday) and weekends free to explore the city.
This Yoga Alliance-certified (RYT200®) program provides a solid foundation for new teachers, blending asana, pranayama, meditation, anatomy, philosophy, and teaching practice.
It’s held in a central location with cozy accommodation options (private studios, shared apartments, or rooms). Trainees gain real teaching experience in Yoga Weeks’ studio classes, a unique feature.
We have been there for the second time and it was so nice again. Good vibe, met so nice people 🙏🏻, the classes are all really high quality 🧘🏻♀️, directly near rambla so you can reach everything easy. Uncomplicated to go there by airport bus. Thank you for everything, we will be back ♥️
Nicole P. (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
7) 27-Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Integrity
⭐ RATING: 4.75/5 | 📅 DATES: June 21- July 17 2025 | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Asturias Yoga, Los Quintanales, Avin, Asturias 33556, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: Small group, serene setting, excursions
Asturias Yoga offers a rigorous 200-hour Ashtanga Vinyasa teacher training amidst the serene landscapes of Asturias.
Limited to 12 participants, this immersive program emphasizes the classical “8 limbs” of yoga, focusing on the Primary Series, alignment, hands-on assists, pranayama, meditation, and philosophy (Yoga Sutras, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita).
Held in a self-sufficient restored hamlet with stone cabins, bell tents, and a lush orchard, accommodations range from budget-friendly shared options to private cabins.
Alyson and Simon were both knowledgeable, disciplined, and gentle teachers. A lot of effort was put into making the experience special – throughout the month we were given various ‘surprises’, which I won’t divulge. Simon took us on incredible adventures – I hadn’t really expected much as I’d signed up primarily for the yoga, but we were taken to the most tranquil, unspoilt places of natural beauty. The whole thing was a wonderful way to deepen my practice
Julia W. (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
The Top 300-Hr Yoga Teacher Training in Spain
8) 1 Month 300-Hour High-Quality Certified YTT
⭐ RATING: 4.4/5 | 📅 DATES: Year Round | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Barcelona, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: Balanced, beautiful accommodations, personal mentor, 330+ reviews
This is one of the most popular yoga retreats in Spain.
This month-long program, held at the Barcelona Yoga Weeks retreat center, offers a perfect blend of learning and relaxation.
The training takes place in an indoor shala just 5 minutes away in a serene learning atmosphere. Afternoon classes are held on the Rooftop Shala for a unique experience.
The curriculum includes Vinyasa yoga, Ashtanga 1st Series, Yin yoga, and pre and post-natal teaching. Weekends are free for relaxation, self-practice, and exploring Barcelona, while weekdays are dedicated to training, exams, and ceremonies. The program also offers the opportunity to practice teaching in Yoga Weeks’ Barcelona studio classes.
“Everything about being at Yoga Weeks (Barcelona) was great. Excellent location, excellent facilities, excellent yoga experience with talented and wonderful instructors. Can not fault one single thing at all. I would go there again.”
– ERSIN C. (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
Stay in a beautiful renovated house built in 1890, just 5 minutes walk from the studio. The spacious and well-designed rooms ensure a comfortable stay for up to 12 guests.
Breakfast and Lunches during training days are included. Enjoy the vibrant energy of Barcelona while immersing yourself in this unique certification program.
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Top 100-Hr YTT & Continuing Education Courses
These are the best 100-hour and fewer teacher training and continuing education courses offered in Spain in 2023. Some of these are only for yogis who already have their 200-hour YTT and are looking for continuing education hours, while others are for anyone interested in expanding their practice.
9) 8-Day 70-hour Embodied Yin Yoga Teacher Training
⭐ RATING: 4.9/5 | 📅 DATES: May 2025 & 2026 | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Finca Sanau, Diseminado la Serra, 1315, 07260, Illes Balears, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: Luxury accommodations, workshops, 2x daily yoga, excursion
Yoga MariSol’s 70-hour Embodied Yin Yoga Teacher Training takes place at Finca Sanau on Mallorca. This nurturing program focuses on Yin Yoga’s healing qualities, blending gentleness and self-awareness with traditional Chinese medicine, exploring meridians, organs, emotions, and elements.
Participants learn to sequence and teach Yin Yoga classes confidently, covering distinctions between Yin/Yang and restorative practices, chakras, fascia, and a trauma-informed approach to stress and anxiety relief.
Daily Yin and Yin Yang sessions are complemented by relaxation at the saltwater pool, gardens, or nearby monastery. This Yoga Alliance-certified training offers a week of immersion in self-care and nature, and culminates in a certificate to enhance your practice or teaching career.
I recently completed a one-week, 70-hour Yin Yoga training with Yoga Marisol and it was an outstanding experience. Maria was an exceptional instructor, demonstrating profound knowledge and a deep passion for Yin Yoga that made each session both enlightening and transformative. The training as well as the whole experience was very well organized and presented in a very professional yet compassionate setting.
Munevver G. (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
10) 8-Day 60-Hour Yin Yoga and Traditional Chinese Medicine
⭐ RATING: 5/5 | 📅 DATES: Nov. 2025 | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Tarifa, Andalusia
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: Continuing education credits, luxury accommodations, small group
This training is a combination of both theory and practice and will allow you to dive deeper into your Yin qualities. Let yourself be nourished by two daily practices, meditation, pranayama, and the incredible nature surrounding the villa.
The course/hours count as Continuing Education hours for already Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®) only.
“Mona and Gunnar both have a lot of experience which they share through the training, with details and passion. The curriculum is very complete, from anatomy to energetics and teaching practice. I highly recommend their training!”
– MORGANE (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
Stay in a really stunning and secluded luxury villa with a large pool. Enjoy three delicious vegetarian, Mediterranean, and Asian-influenced meals a day prepared by the villa’s private chef.
11) 8-Day 70-Hour Somatic Yoga Teacher Training
⭐ RATING: 4.8/5 | 📅 DATES: April & Oct. 2026 | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Finca Son Sion, Diseminado la Serra, Mallorca, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: Accommodations & studio, blue lotus ceremony
Yoga MariSol’s Somatic Yoga Teacher Training in Mallorca offers a transformative experience focused on somatics, embodiment, and nervous system regulation.
Held at a luxury finca with a 150 sqm yoga shala, saltwater pool, and serene gardens, this program suits yoga teachers expanding their skills or individuals seeking personal healing.
Participants will explore Elemental and Chakra yoga, Somatic Flow, Yin, Restorative, yoga Nidra, pranayama, intuitive dance, and meditation, alongside polyvagal theory, trauma-informed facilitation, and anatomy.
Led by Maria Diehn and experienced teachers, this Yoga Alliance-approved continuing education emphasizes body-mind connection, inclusivity, and self-empowerment. Accommodation options include single, double, or triple rooms in a nature-surrounded retreat setting.
What we had was exactly as the description and much more. Very well organised training. Beautiful place, delicious food. I left with the confidence that i have all the tools to teach Yin classes. Besides the traditional chinese approach, facia and yogic tradition, the tips for teaching, cueing, holding space, bussiness experiences are priceless. I definetely recommend it.
Sonia Kishimoto Ruchet (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
12) 11-Day 100-Hour Acroyoga Teacher Training in Valencia, Spain
⭐ RATING: New! | 📅 DATES: August 7 – 17 2025 | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: Centro Tierra de Luz, Valencia, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: Acro yoga, Thai massage, nature excursions
Surya Yoga School’s 11-day Acroyoga Teacher Training at “Tierra de Luz” lodge in Chiva, Valencia, blends yoga, acrobatics, and Thai massage.
Held in a solar-powered, sustainable retreat with a yoga shala and outdoor spaces, this course counts as Yoga Alliance Continuing Education hours for RYTs.
Aimed at aspiring Acroyoga teachers or enthusiasts, it requires basic skills (e.g., Ninja Star, handstand with support) and fosters connection, balance, and strength through a “learning-by-doing” approach.
Daily teaching practice, weekly group activities, and personalized guidance culminate in a theory test and practical exam, all set against Valencia’s stunning mountains.
13) 7-Day 60-hour Somatic Yin and Yang Yoga Teacher Training
⭐ RATING: 4.8/5 | 📅 DATES: May 31 – June 6 2025 | 💳 BOOK NOW
📍 Location: San Miguel Villa, Balearic Island, Ibiza, Spain
✏️ Yoga Alliance Certified School: Yes
💥 Highlights: Continuing education hours, one of the most popular trainings in Spain
Rise & Shine Yoga Ibiza, led by Kata, offers a Somatic Yin and Yang Teacher Training, available online or in-person, blending ancient yoga with modern somatic practices.
This Yoga Alliance-approved Continuing Education program focuses on gentle, mindful movement to enhance body-mind integration, self-compassion, and stress relief through nervous system regulation, polyvagal theory, and breathwork.
Participants explore Yin yoga with somatic modifications, gentle Yang flows, tantric breath, trauma-informed teaching, and five elemental sequences, plus tools for emotional release and feminine embodiment.
Developed from Kata’s 30 years of experience, including influences from Dr. Norma Delaney and Peter Levine, this training fosters wholeness and presence in a non-rigid, supportive framework, ideal for personal or professional growth. Duration unspecified.
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Yoga Teacher Training in Spain: Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on the training. You only need a basic understanding and at least a few months of yoga practice to join a 200-hour training, but you need more experience for many more advanced or continuing education courses.
Generally, yes. If you want to teach yoga you need to have at least a 200-hour yoga teacher training certification. If you do not want to teach but just deepen your practice, ytt is a great way to do this. Be sure to read reviews to ensure you choose the best program for your goals.
Not at all! In fact, many people embark on the journey of becoming a yoga teacher later in life.
Yes. Some of the continuing education courses require previous experience and certifications, but the 200-hour YTT generally invites all people interested in deepening their practice.
Absolutely! Teaching yoga is a great side hustle because often classes are before or after regular work hours. And, it’s a great way to get also get your daily movement and meditation in.
Most programs require the completion of at least 200 hours of certified yoga teacher training. Some other common qualifications are Yoga Alliance Registration, experience, and continuing education.
YTT (Yoga Teacher Training) refers to the training that one receives to become a yoga teacher. RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher) refers to a credential offered by Yoga Alliance, a professional organization that sets standards for yoga teacher training programs and maintains a directory of registered teachers.
Final Note
Spain is a great destination to pursue your yoga teacher training journey! It has plenty of programs to choose from because it is one of the most popular destinations for yoga retreats and yoga teacher training in Europe.
Its weather, history, and vibrant yoga community attract incredible international yoga instructors. You won’t be disappointed fulfilling your training hours in Spain. Take the leap and book your yoga teacher training for 2023!
