Start with one question: do you want to teach general classes, or deepen something you already do? For a first teaching qualification, you want a 200-hour course. For a speciality such as Yin, aerial or meditation, or for continuing education if you already teach, a short module is the right tool. Both are available on these islands, and the dates are in the “Coming up” list above.
Should you choose a 200-hour course or a short module?
| 200-hour course | Short module (30 to 50 hours) | |
|---|---|---|
| Who it suits | Future teachers and committed students | Existing teachers, or students who want depth in one style |
| Time needed | About 2 to 3 weeks full-time, or several months part-time | 3 to 8 days |
| What you cover | Technique, teaching practice, anatomy, philosophy | One subject in detail |
| Yoga Alliance route | Can lead to RYT 200, if the school is registered | Usually continuing education hours |
| Cost | Largest outlay, often before accommodation | Lower, and easier to fit around work |
Short courses currently on offer include Yellow Rock Yoga’s eight-day 50-hour Yin and 50-hour Meditation and Yoga Nidra trainings on Gozo. Yoga Malta lists four-day 40-hour courses in Yin, aerial, and inversions and arm balances, plus a 30-hour meditation and breathwork course and a 50-hour Rocket Vinyasa training. Island Yoga lists trainings in areas such as Aerial Hoop, Mat Pilates, Sound Meditation, Wheel Yoga and Rocket Yoga. The Breathing Space in Sliema has a Sound4Yoga teachers’ training, and Lotus Room has run specialist trainings for teaching kids, teens and pregnancy, though its last dated kids and teens course was in 2025.
Before booking any module, ask whether it requires a 200-hour certificate first, because some are written for working teachers.
Which 200-hour courses run in Malta and Gozo?
| School | Style | Format | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow Rock Yoga | Hatha Flow | 23-day intensive | Qbajjar, Marsalforn, Gozo |
| Yoga Malta | Ask the school | 18-day course, listed for April 2027 | Msida |
| Island Yoga | Vinyasa | Two weeks full-time, or four weekends | Malta, venue not stated |
| HotYoga Malta with Ashtanga Yogabhyasa | Ashtanga Vinyasa | Four 50-hour modules, October 2026 to May 2027 | Mosta |
The HotYoga Malta course is already under way, with applications still shown as open and the later module dates awaiting confirmation, so ask whether you can still join and how missed hours are handled. The same studio lists a separate five-week part-time training in Mosta for November and December 2026. Its page gives no price, so ask what it counts towards.
A few other names come up when you search. PowerYogaWorld lists a 200-hour Power Yoga World training, but its site conflicts on both the studio’s location and whether the course is in Malta or online, so confirm both. For Vinyasa Yoga Malta and Rebirth Yoga & Pilates, we could not confirm a current date, so treat those trainings as unconfirmed.
What does Yoga Alliance registration actually mean?
Yoga Alliance is a private, US-based membership organisation that keeps a registry of yoga schools and teachers. It is not a government body, and its registration is not a licence. In plain terms:
- RYS (Registered Yoga School) means a school has had its curriculum accepted by Yoga Alliance. An RYS 200 offers a 200-hour programme.
- RYT 200 (Registered Yoga Teacher) is the listing a graduate can apply for. You complete a 200-hour course with an RYS 200, the school gives you a completion certificate, and you submit it to Yoga Alliance with a fee.
- E-RYT is a more experienced teacher. Yoga Alliance requires lead trainers on RYS 200 programmes to hold the E-RYT 500 credential.
- Continuing education hours apply to many short courses. They are not a route to RYT 200 on their own.
Three things catch people out. First, all 200 hours must come from the same school, so you cannot add up separate modules from different providers. Second, the school must be registered, so look it up in Yoga Alliance’s online directory rather than relying on a logo. Third, registering shows that you finished an approved course. It is not a guarantee of teaching quality, so the teachers themselves still matter most.
Requirements change from time to time, so check the current standards on Yoga Alliance’s own site before you enrol. Then ask a couple of studios where you would like to teach what they look for in a new teacher.
Is part-time or intensive better?
An intensive suits you if you can step away from work for a few weeks and want to be fully absorbed. A part-time course suits people who live here and have jobs, because you can practise and teach friends between sessions, and the material has time to settle.
| Intensive | Part-time or modular | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 12 to 23 days on current listings | Four weekends to several months |
| Best for | Visitors, career breaks | Malta residents with jobs or families |
| Main risk | Tiredness and information overload | Missed sessions and long gaps |
| Malta point | Accommodation adds to the cost | Weekend traffic and parking to Mosta or Sliema |
Do the sums on any 200-hour course. Current formats range from 12 days to 23 days to seven months, so the daily load varies a lot. Divide the hours by the days and ask how much is taught in the room, how much is online, and how much is self-study at home.
The season matters too, particularly on Gozo. Yellow Rock Yoga’s 200-hour course runs in January, April and October by the sea at Qbajjar. January brings a greater chance of rain and wind, and April and October are usually gentler. For any course with outdoor practice, ask what happens in bad weather. A July or August intensive means serious heat, so ask about air conditioning and timing.
If your course is on Gozo but you live on Malta, daily travel is rarely practical. The crossing from Ċirkewwa takes about 25 minutes, but the drive to the terminal and the wait can add a lot more. The fast ferry from Valletta takes about 45 minutes and has fewer sailings, so most people stay on the island.
What does teacher training in Malta cost?
Listed 200-hour course prices start from about €1,500 to €3,000, and short modules from about €500 to €900. Those are starting points, often early-bird rates for the first few students or for those who pay in full, so the regular price can be noticeably higher.
Read what the figure covers. Yellow Rock Yoga’s from-price excludes accommodation, lunches and transport, and its packages cost considerably more. Island Yoga’s lowest price is for paying in full. Budget too for books, a mat, any Yoga Alliance fees, and the income you give up during an intensive.
What should you ask before enrolling?
- Is the school registered now, and at which level? Check its listing yourself.
- Who teaches each part? Ask for lead trainers by name, their credentials and how many hours each one delivers.
- How much is contact time? Get a sample timetable, including online and home-study hours.
- How much real teaching practice is there? Ask how often you teach and receive feedback.
- How big is the group? Ask about the maximum, and the ratio of trainers to students.
- What are the entry requirements? Ask how much experience you need, and whether a short conversation or application comes first.
- What happens if you miss a day or fall ill? Ask about make-up hours, refunds and transfers to a later date.
- How is the certificate awarded? Ask about exams, attendance rules and any extra costs.
- Is the course taught in English? Ask too about language support, if you need it.
- What is the physical load? Daily practice for weeks is demanding. Tell the school about injuries, health conditions or pregnancy, and check with your doctor if you are unsure.
If you can, take a few ordinary classes with the lead trainer before you pay. You will be spending a lot of hours with this person, and a single class will tell you more than a brochure. See what’s on for the latest dates, and how to choose a style if you are still deciding what you would like to teach.