Meet Our Experienced Yoga Teachers in Canggu, Bali
“True yoga is not about the shape of your body, but the shape of your life. Yoga is not to be performed; yoga is to be lived. Yoga doesn’t care about what you have been; yoga cares about the person you are becoming. Yoga is designed for a vast and profound purpose, and for it to be truly called yoga, its essence must be embodied.”
~ Aadil Palkhivala
Learn & Transform
Your time is valuable, so every moment you spend in a class counts. Master yourself, master your life with our tribe of teachers that have your back. Learn from individuals who have put in the time and work to transform themselves. Together we can unleash the best in you.
Andréa Drottholm
Andréa began her Ashtanga yoga journey in 2003 in Barcelona, Spain.
She makes bi-yearly trips to study under Sharath Jois at the Sri. K. Pattabhi Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute (KPJAYI) in Mysore, India. When not in the shala practicing asanas, Andrea is researching philosophy and partaking in chanting practice. She has since been blessed to teach as an authorised level 2 Ashtanga teacher through KPJAYI in Mysore, India.
Andrea completed her certification in Life Coaching with the Noble Manhattan in the UK in 2009 and often uses the combination of yoga, travel, coaching and of course natural maturity as a tool to support her Yoga Students off the mat.
Today, she shares her own experiences from her personal and professional life while learning from people, languages and cultures from all corners of the world. She also believes in a power switch inside everyone and when you can switch that on, life flows in a new way.
Instagram: @andreacanggu
Andréa teaches Mysore Ashtanga yoga
Monday - Friday 07.15 - 09.15
Damien de Bastier
Damien has been practicing yoga and meditation for over 30 years. As a struggling teenager he was lucky to be introduced to meditation and spirituality at age 15. Originally from France, Damien has been living abroad for more than 24 years and currently resides in Bali and is the Co-founder of renowned yoga center Samadi Bali.
On his journey to healing, growth and self-love Damien studied Psychology, Ashtanga Yoga, various modalities of bodywork, was initiated into men’s groups and worked through the 12 steps… As a yoga teacher he integrates all these skills to support and empower yoga students to live fuller and happier life on and off the yoga mat.. When not teaching at his yoga school Ubuntu in Canggu Bali, Damien travels around the world and shares his passion for yoga with humor, insight and compassion…
Enjoy this interview with Damien
Instagram: @yogadamien
Damien teaches Mysore Ashtanga yoga
Monday - Friday 07.15 - 09.15
Nikki
Nikki was inspired to start practising and teaching yoga through her own healing journey. Following her diagnosis with severe scoliosis after finishing high school, she experienced chronic pain for most of her life. However, practising yoga, especially Ashtanga, transformed her life and made her feel stronger and healthier, both physically and mentally. Although she previously worked as a fashion designer and had a completely different lifestyle, becoming a yoga teacher allowed her to fulfil her focus on healing and finding her true purpose in life.
Growing up in Bali, she was instilled with a strong sense of community and service to others. Yoga provided her with an opportunity to transcend her own limitations and conditions, leading her to help people in her community during the pandemic through yoga practices. What drew her to teaching yoga was the karma of yoga, which allowed her to help others.
At present, she is expanding her knowledge and offerings in the field of holistic health. Since embarking on her yoga journey, she has become interested in raw food and detoxification and is in the process of completing her certification as a holistic nutrition and detox coach. She has also travelled to Rishikesh, India, to deepen her study of yoga.
As someone who has experienced the benefits of practising yoga with proper nutritional support during her own healing process, she now incorporates this knowledge into her teaching. She is grateful to be where she is now, sharing her passion and joy for the healing path while fulfilling her purpose of helping others.
Instagram: @missuniquebali
Join Nikki for Guided Ashtanga class
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Aliki
She is Balinese, culture and spirituality is in her blood.
She discovered yoga in 2008 and has experienced profound benefits from her practice ever since. After leaving years of busy career in the fashion industry, she found healing through Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, which helped her recover from chronic shoulder injuries. This transformation led her to deepen her knowledge at Yoga.Karta Elite Yoga School, where she earned her certification of ERYT 500 Hours (YACEP) Yoga Alliance International.
She is both a dedicated Ashtanga practitioner and a passionate teacher. She specialises in teaching Ashtanga for beginners, offering various movement options that allow students to enjoy the practice fully because she believes yoga is for everyone, as long as we practice gently, stay connected to our breath, and remain self-aware.
Her teaching approach is gentle and intuitive. She leads private sessions, group classes, yoga for special conditions (such as heart problems, asthma, parkinson’s, and more). She always encourages her students to focus on their breath and practice in a way that feels safe and comfortable.
Instagram: official.alikiyogilicious
Join Aliki for Guided Ashtanga class
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Lena
Lena’s path to yoga began on the dance floor. As a former professional dancer, she spent years learning to perform with her body — until yoga offered her something entirely different: the experience of truly being in it.
Originally from Germany, Lena brings a deep curiosity for neuroscience and the mind-body connection to her teaching. She understands that real transformation requires safety, and that the nervous system must feel at ease before any meaningful inner work can begin. It is her deepest intention to create spaces where students feel held enough to turn inward and meet their true selves.
Lena holds a 200h Yoga Teacher Training certification and a 100h Meditation certification.
Instagram: @l.enavei
Join Lena for Restore & Rewire class
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Bez
Words to describe Bez and his teaching - authentic, intentional and fun.
Bez a grateful student and lover of yoga who shares my passion through teaching yoga.
Doing practice and subsequently teaching it changed my life. His classes are strong and smart, my guidance has developed into method of person cueing and verbal support that encourages people to explore their edges while connecting to their hearts.
They are designed to lift you up and trust life.
He believe that every person has the right to and can feel empowered to find, focus and deepen whatever connection they feel important to them for their practice, which reinforces the belief that there is no right or wrong in yoga.
Instagram: @thisisbesralyoga
Join Bez for Empowered Vinyasa class
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Vickya
Vickya is a sound healing facilitator who creates gentle and supportive spaces for relaxation, emotional release, and inner connection. Her sessions invite participants to slow down, reconnect inward, and return to a deeper sense of balance and presence.
With a calm and intuitive approach, she guides immersive sound experiences using singing bowls and other healing instruments to support nervous system relaxation and emotional wellbeing. Her sessions are beginner-friendly and designed to be both grounding and restorative.
Inspired by Ubuntu Bali’s philosophy of conscious living and inner connection, her intention is to create spaces where people can simply pause, breathe, and reconnect with themselves through sound and stillness.
Join Vickya for Sound Healing class
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Asti
Yoga has been part of Asti’s life since 2012, growing alongside her work in fashion, textile & garment production, and the creative industry.
She sees yoga as a practice of coming back to the body—through breath, movement, discipline, awareness, and curiosity.
Her classes are rooted in Ashtanga, with room for exploration and play. Whether you’re completely new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, Asti’s intention is to create a supportive space where you can move with intention & awareness, challenge yourself with respect, and reconnect with yourself along the way.
Instagram: @yogawithastisurya
Join Asti for Yin and Vinyasa Flow class
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At Ubuntu Bali, our yoga teachers are at the heart of everything we do. Each instructor brings a unique background, years of personal practice, and a deep commitment to sharing authentic yoga in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Our international teaching team includes experienced practitioners of Ashtanga Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Yin Yoga, Meditation, Breathwork, and holistic wellness. Many have trained extensively with respected teachers around the world, including the traditional Ashtanga lineage in Mysore, India.
Whether you're taking your very first yoga class or looking to deepen an established practice, our teachers are dedicated to helping you grow with confidence, awareness, and compassion.
Why Practice with Ubuntu Bali Teachers?
Choosing the right teacher can make a meaningful difference in your yoga journey. At Ubuntu Bali, our instructors combine traditional knowledge with a modern, student-centred approach.
What makes our teachers different?
Experienced Ashtanga Yoga practitioners
International teaching backgrounds
Yoga Alliance certified instructors (where applicable)
Training in traditional yoga lineages
Personalised guidance for all experience levels
Small class sizes for individual attention
A welcoming and inclusive community
A holistic approach to movement, breath, and mindfulness