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YogaFX International Yoga Teacher Training Academy is the Official Hot 26&2 Yoga Teacher Training Headquarters in Bali. The academy is based in Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia, and a second studio in Canggu is coming soon. The 6-day MasterClass is held at the Seminyak studio, and every intensive is led in person by founder Mr. Ian Terry, E-RYT 500. UK intakes in London and Manchester are also available through our waiting list.

The Original Hot 26&2 sequence is a fixed series of 26 postures (asanas) and 2 breathing exercises (pranayama), practised in the same order every class for 90 minutes. It is taught with a scripted verbal dialogue in a heated room of around 40°C and 40% humidity. Each posture targets different muscle groups, so the sequence works the whole body. At YogaFX in Bali the heat is natural tropical heat, not electric heaters, which is how the method was originally designed to be practised.

Both are practised in heated rooms. Bikram (Hot 26&2) yoga follows a strict series of 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises, always in the same order, in a 90-minute class. Hot yoga is a broader term: it can include many styles and sequences, and class length varies.

Hatha yoga, through the world’s most popular hatha sequence, the Original Hot 26&2. Working with a manageable, fixed set of postures gives you a strong foundation and a clear view of how you want to teach in the future.

YogaFX runs a hybrid format:

1. Online preparation. After you enrol you study online at your own pace: posture study, the dialogue, anatomy, yoga philosophy and teaching methodology. It includes a 250-page manual, a Standing Series Workbook, 50+ training talks and 15 video lessons. Most students finish in 3 to 4 weeks.
2. 6-day practical MasterClass in Bali. This focuses on what cannot be learned online: live dialogue coaching, posture clinics and observed teaching practice with real students.

Each training day combines two classes with real students, posture clinics, dialogue drills, anatomy study, yoga talks, teaching practice and direct feedback. You move from observation and coached repetition to live teaching, so you apply verbal cues and classroom skills before your assessment.

Every intensive is led by Mr. Ian Terry, E-RYT 500, founder of YogaFX. He has 12,000+ hours of international teacher-training experience. He met Bikram Choudhury in Los Angeles in 2012 and trained with him from 2014 to 2019. In June 2026 he was appointed Master Trainer of the Republic of Indonesia Yogasana Sports Federation.

No. YogaFX is an independent training and is not affiliated with Bikram Choudhury or any Bikram corporation. We teach the original 26&2 sequence and the original dialogue. Traditional Bikram training costs $10,000+ and takes 9 weeks. YogaFX makes the same method accessible through a hybrid format at a fraction of the cost and time away.

No. In 2015 the US Ninth Circuit ruled in Bikram’s Yoga College v. Evolation Yoga that a yoga sequence cannot be copyrighted. That is why independent schools can teach it.

Mr. Ian leads every session in person, so he can watch every trainee practise and teach, and give individual corrections.

No. You need commitment and consistency, not perfect postures, and you do not need any teaching experience. Some students arrive with very little experience and do exceptionally well. Others practise regularly, and some already hold an RYT 200 from India, Australia, Germany or elsewhere and want to add the Hot 26&2 method. Existing teachers join to deepen their knowledge and refresh their teaching, and new teachers join for a complete career change.

A regular hot yoga practice in the months before training helps, because you can spend the intensive on teaching skills rather than on adapting to the heat.

Yes, of course. Saying “I am not flexible enough to practise yoga” is like saying “I am too dirty to take a shower.” Lack of flexibility does not stop you learning yoga, and our team will work with you to build flexibility and fitness.

Yes. The training emphasises safe, proper alignment while respecting individual limitations, and our instructors will show you modifications and alternatives.

Yes. It may feel challenging at first because of the heat, but you build strength, flexibility and stamina with consistent practice. Beginners usually start with 2 to 3 classes a week, and 3 to 5 classes a week brings bigger gains in flexibility, strength and overall well-being.

Absolutely. Many students join for personal development and a deeper understanding of yoga philosophy through practice and meditation, and some discover a real passion for teaching along the way.

Yes. Partners, friends and family can join the course with you, share your accommodation, take morning classes, or simply come along as observers.

Graduates receive dual certification from a single enrolment: Yoga Alliance RYT 200 and a Bikram Hot 26&2 200-hour certificate. Together they document your 200-hour teacher education and your method-specific preparation.

Yoga Alliance® is a non-profit education and support organisation for Registered Yoga Schools (RYS) such as YogaFX. To be an RYS, YogaFX must meet a clear set of standards for its course, planning, training and qualification. Most yoga studios expect their teachers to hold a Yoga Alliance certificate.

Yes. YogaFX is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School, so after graduating you can register as an RYT 200 and teach worldwide. More than 1,500 graduates from 80+ countries have trained with YogaFX. Hiring and registration rules can still differ by studio and country.

Yes. Your YogaFX certificate lets you apply for Yoga Alliance registration as an RYT 200. Registration is not mandatory, but it greatly improves your teaching opportunities, and we will guide you through the process step by step.

Yes. Graduates are qualified to lead full 90-minute Original Hot 26&2 classes. Many start teaching at their home studio, at other hot yoga studios, or in their own classes. Each studio has its own hiring process, but most hot yoga studios look for RYT 200 registration plus a 26&2-specific certificate.

Complete the online preparation and the 6-day MasterClass, attend all compulsory contact hours, and pass the written and practical assessments. You then receive your dual certificate.

Apart from genuine illness, plan on 100% attendance. Yoga Alliance certification requires a number of compulsory contact hours, and we cannot always make up hours you miss, which can put your graduation certificate at risk. The course is only 6 days, so make the most of every session.

Yes. The YogaFX Bikram Hot 26&2 Online Course is a complete self-paced programme you can take from home, with no travel needed. It has its own curriculum, assessment and certification. It is not the same as the online pre-course included in the Hybrid MasterClass, and enrolling in it does not automatically reserve a place in a Bali cohort.

USD 329, normally USD 399, so you save USD 70. You can also pay in 4 interest-free payments of USD 82. The price includes lifetime access, all workbooks, the dialogue MP3 files and the 250-page reference manual.

Yes, in full. If you later enrol in the 6-day MasterClass in Seminyak, your full USD 329 is credited, and your online study counts as the MasterClass pre-course preparation. You never pay twice and never repeat the work.

• The complete Standing and Floor Series dialogue as a downloadable workbook and as MP3 audio
• Full posture demonstrations on video
• 15 premium lectures with workbooks and multiple-choice assessments
• The 250-page reference manual
• Lifetime access to all of it

No. There are no scheduled video calls, no live chat rooms, no written essays and no deadlines. Every module is self-paced, because most students are working full-time or live in time zones where fixed live sessions would not work.

Yes. WhatsApp the YogaFX team at +62 811 3888 330 and ask what is inside the online course. When you are ready, you can enrol online.

Classes run in Bali’s natural tropical heat, close to the method’s standard of 40°C and 40% humidity. Expect to sweat heavily, and drink water and electrolytes throughout the day.

• Flexibility: warmer muscles stretch more deeply.
• Heat acclimation: regular practice helps your body adapt to heat, so you sweat earlier and handle warm conditions better.
• Circulation and cardiovascular effort: working in the heat raises your heart rate.
• Stress relief: physical effort combined with mindfulness helps reduce stress and improves mental clarity.

Sweat itself is mostly water and electrolytes, so the benefits come from heat adaptation, flexibility and cardiovascular effort, not from sweating itself.

The days are long: you practise, study the dialogue, attend posture clinics and teach, all within 6 days. Good sleep, steady hydration and arriving well rested make a real difference.

Not for everyone. Tell us before you enrol so Mr. Ian can advise on modifications. If you have a heart condition, high or low blood pressure, heat intolerance, are pregnant or have any other medical concern, consult a healthcare professional before practising in the heat. During class, listen to your body and take breaks when needed.

• Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
• Eat light a few hours before class and avoid heavy or greasy food.
• Wear lightweight, moisture-wicking clothing.
• Bring a non-slip mat, a large towel for your mat, a small hand towel and a water bottle.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes early, and tell the teacher if it is your first class.

Yes, by creating a heated space with heaters and a humidifier. Make sure the room is safe and well ventilated, and follow online classes designed for home practice.

The dialogue is the teaching engine of the 26&2 method. Delivered well, it gives students clear, safe instructions and the confidence to go deeper. That is why so much of the intensive is spent on dialogue delivery with live feedback.

Strong knowledge of technique, anatomy and philosophy; clear communication; compassion and empathy; a commitment to ongoing learning and personal practice; and the ability to adapt a class to different students and levels.

Beyond teaching, several YogaFX graduates compete in Yogasana Sport. Miss Ivara Candra Kartika (2023 graduate) and Mr. Arkan Fauzan Riyanto (2022 graduate) won all 7 of Indonesia’s medals at the World Yogasana Championship 2026 in Ahmedabad, India. You can watch filmed graduate reviews on the YogaFX YouTube channel.

The next MasterClass runs from Sunday 24 January to Friday 29 January 2027, in Seminyak, Bali. Enrolling gives you immediate access to the online preparation, so you can start studying before the in-person dates.

• Course with Twin Share accommodation: USD 1,999
• Single Room Premium: USD 2,199
• Course Only: available if you prefer to book your own stay
• Early Bird: USD 1,899, on a limited number of seats

The deposit is USD 349. Interest-free instalments start from USD 250 per month, and the plan can be built around your monthly budget.

No, by design. Our students follow very different diets, from vegan and raw to gluten-free and pescatarian, so a fixed meal plan does not work. Eating well in Bali typically costs around USD 10 to 20 a day.

Yes.

Yes, we recommend it. Arriving two days early to settle in and recover from jet lag is the norm, and many students stay two days after to see Bali. We can add the extra nights to your booking.

Yes. You get free time between classes, posture clinics and lectures, and later evenings are for group study and self-practice. We allocate self-study time in the syllabus, and how much you put in is up to you: the more you put in, the more you get out. We do not run a military-style boot camp, and our staff treat you respectfully as adults at all times.

Comfortable practice clothing, your usual travel essentials, a notebook and pen, and a sense of humour.

Visa rules differ by nationality. Every visitor needs a passport valid for at least 6 months from the day you enter Indonesia, with at least one blank page, plus proof of a return or onward flight. Check the current visa requirements for your country with the Indonesian immigration authority or your nearest Indonesian embassy before you travel.

All 2027 scholarship places have been taken. Instead, we offer a low deposit and easy interest-free monthly instalments.

Take the free two-minute readiness quiz, share your details with the YogaFX team, and start your online preparation as soon as you enrol. Didn’t find your answer? WhatsApp us directly for instant Q&A on course prices and information.