Thailand is the world's #2 YTT destination after Bali, with strong programs across all major styles.
200-hour YTT (most common — RYT-200 with Yoga Alliance): - Duration: 3–4 weeks intensive - Cost: ฿55,000–฿120,000 all-inclusive - Includes: shared accommodation, 2–3 vegetarian meals/day, training, certification
Popular 200-hr YTT schools: - Wonderland Healing Center (Koh Phangan) — Yoga Alliance certified, mid-range - Samahita Retreat (Koh Samui) — premium, structured curriculum - The Yoga Institute Thailand (Chiang Mai) — traditional Hatha focus - Vikasa (Koh Samui) — luxury, modern facilities - Absolute You (Bangkok) — urban, weekend format available
Styles offered: - Hatha (traditional foundation) - Vinyasa (flow style — most popular) - Yin (slow, meditative) - Ashtanga (rigorous structured series) - Trauma-informed (newer specialty)
300-hr advanced / 500-hr complete YTT: - ฿120,000–฿250,000 - Usually 4–6 weeks - Required for: senior teaching positions, RYT-500 designation
What to verify before signing up: - School registered with Yoga Alliance (RYS-200 / RYS-500) - Teaching trainer credentials (E-RYT-500 minimum) - Reviews from past graduates (look on Verified Thai + Reddit) - Clear schedule — avoid programs with vague "free time" gaps
Visa: Most 200-hr programs fit within 30-day visa-free entry. For 500-hr, you may need to extend or get Tourist Visa.