Yoga Sutra Studies & Yin Yoga Immersion

100-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

November 1 - 10, 2026

A 10-day immersion where philosophy and practice come together

Pillar 2 of our 300-hour YTT: Philosophy

This training counts as 100 hours toward a 300-hour Advanced YTT certification with Mindful Bali.

Resting with the Sutras Retreat/Training

Early, Early-bird (pay in full - until May 1st 2026): $1500

Earlybird (pay in full - May 1st - September 1st 2026): $1850

Regular Price (September 1st onwards): $2000

Deposit: $500

There comes a point in every student’s and teacher’s path when practice begins to deepen.

Yoga is no longer something you simply do — it becomes a way of living.

This 10-day immersion is an invitation into that threshold.

What is this training?

This is not a traditional Yoga Teacher Training.

It is a devotional immersion into the teachings of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, explored through yin yoga, meditation, chanting, and stillness.

Across ten days in Bali, we will slow down and listen.

We will study the sutras, feel them in the body, and experience them not only as philosophy, but as living energy.

The training is grounded in Alexandra’s signature method, Resting with the Sutras, where philosophy meets practice.

Who is this 10-Day Immersion for?

This training is for you if:

You have practiced yoga for years and want to explore the philosophy behind the practice
You want to understand the Yoga Sutras in a way that applies to everyday life
You feel called to slow down, soften, and reconnect
You are a teacher seeking to offer more intentional and meaningful classes
You are moving through healing or recovery and want a spiritual framework to support your path

You do not need to be flexible.

You do not need to be a teacher.

You only need a willingness to listen.

What you’ll learn

Over ten days in Bali, you will study the first book of the Yoga Sutras, Samadhi Pada, along with key themes including:

Yogaś citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ — understanding the fluctuations of the mind
The five vṛttis and how thought patterns shape our reality
Abhyāsa and Vairāgya — discipline and surrender
The kleshas, or sources of suffering, and how to work with them
Meditation as a pathway to clarity and freedom

Each teaching is woven into embodied practice.

Daily practice

Each morning begins with a 60-minute vinyasa practice, a 20-minute seated meditation, and 45 minutes of chanting Patanjali’s Sutras to prepare body, mind, and soul for the day ahead.

Each evening includes a 60-minute Resting with the Sutras yoga practice and a 20-minute meditation.

Yin Yoga studies

You will take part in ten 90-minute classes focused on how to teach yin yoga, including posture review, meridians, teaching technique, and more.

Alexandra will also lead a special workshop on how she plans and teaches her signature class, Resting with the Sutras.

What each day will look like:

6:30-8:30am: Morning Vinyasa Practice, 20-Minute Meditation
8:30-10:00am: Breakfast Break
10:00-11:00am: Chanting and Yoga Nidra
11:00-1:00pm: Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras Lesson 1 & 2
1:00pm-3:00pm: Lunch + Break
3:00-5:00pm: Yin Workshop
5:00-6:30pm: Resting with the Sutras Yin Class + Meditation

Real kirtan experience in Bali

This is more than classroom learning — you will experience kirtan across Bali, including:

Radiantly Alive Yoga Studio
Sayuri’s Healing Foods
Kirtan with Vasudev at Svarga Loka
Intimate home kirtans at Mindful Bali
Multiple student-led kirtans

By the end, you will not only understand kirtan — you will lead it.

Recommended accommodation - Luxury & Convenient - Emana Akatara

For a luxury option, Emana Akatara is a four-star hotel just a one-minute walk from the shala. Booking early is recommended to secure your stay.

Recommended accommodation - Budget & Balinese - Sanga Suites

Sanga Suites is a guesthouse within walking distance of the shala, about five minutes away. It has a shared kitchen rather than an on-site restaurant, and previous students have stayed here for its simple, affordable comfort at around $20 per night.

You are also welcome to arrange any accommodation that suits you.

By the end of the training, you will learn how to:

Understand and apply the Yoga Sutras in modern life
Teach a yin yoga class rooted in philosophy
Guide meditation and self-inquiry practices
Hold space for others in a grounded and meaningful way
Integrate yoga into your healing, recovery, or spiritual path

What you will leave with

A deeper relationship with yourself
A clear understanding of the mind and its patterns
Tools for meditation, emotional regulation, and inner peace
The ability to teach or embody a Resting with the Sutras style class
A sense of connection to something greater than yourself

Why Bali?

Bali naturally turns the gaze inward.

The stillness, the ceremony, and the devotion woven into daily life create the ideal setting for this work.

It is a powerful container for this immersion.

Meet our YTT teachers & facilitators

Alexandra

Alexandra McRobert is a yoga teacher, educator, and the founder of Mindful Bali, a boutique yoga school and retreat space in Bali, Indonesia.

She began practicing yoga as a child and completed her first 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training at Yandara Yoga Institute in Mexico in 2014. In 2017, she traveled to Indonesia to complete her 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training at Zuna Yoga. Since then, she has studied with teachers around the world, with Rolf Gates as one of her greatest influences.

Her specialties include yoga philosophy, vinyasa and yin yoga, meditation, chanting and kirtan, and trauma-informed teaching, with a focus on supporting women moving forward after addiction, burnout, and mental health challenges. Her work bridges ancient wisdom and modern recovery, bringing the teachings of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and Buddhist philosophy into accessible, embodied practice.

Alexandra has trained more than 200 yoga teachers through her 200-hour and advanced teacher training programs. She has also taught on the faculty of other Bali-based schools, including Inner Yoga, Sky Yoga, and Radiantly Alive. Her teaching style blends vinyasa and yin yoga with meditation, pranayama, journaling, and circle facilitation.

As a sober woman with more than seven years of recovery, Alexandra is the voice behind “Sober Yoga Girl,” a podcast and substack supporting women to transform their lives through yoga and sobriety. She is also the author of Sober Yoga Girl and teaches internationally through retreats, trainings, and online programs.

Id began her yoga journey in 2014, when she attended her first class and immediately felt that yoga was far more than a physical practice — it was a way of life.

While balancing work and study, she continued to deepen her practice, eventually choosing to leave her job and teach full-time. In 2015, she completed her first 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training at The Yoga Barn. Since then, she has studied Yin Yoga, Kashmir Shaivism, Mantra, and assisting on Yoga Teacher Trainings.

For Id, teaching is a lifelong path of learning and growth. As she shares with her students, she continues to evolve through her own practice: “My teaching is my learning, my learning is my teaching.”

Her Bhakti nature, devotion to yoga, and care for her students have made her a respected and sought-after teacher. Whether leading a class or practicing on her own, Id brings curiosity, depth, and a sincere spirit of exploration to everything she does.

Pricing:

Deposit - $500

Early, Early-bird (pay in full - now until May 1st 2026): $1500

Earlybird (pay in full - May 1st - September 1st 2026): $1850

Regular Price (September 1st onwards): $2000

* Pricing includes all classes, all course materials, daily Balinese buffet lunches, welcome dinner, farewell dinner, and dinner on Kirtan night. Pricing does not include accommodation or airport transfers.

What our graduates say

Emma Kearney, UK

I found Alex and her classes by “chance” and I have to honestly say I’ve never felt more welcome or instantly part of the community without being overwhelmed. There was none of the cliquey or elitist atmosphere I’ve experienced elsewhere in Ubud. The classes are excellent, Alex is a natural teacher, and the location and facilities are first rate.

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