Ubuntu Bali Teachers
“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
Nikki teaches Guided Ashtanga:
Tuesdays & Thursdays 09.30 - 10.45
Abdi
As Balinese he feel very great-full growing and learning about Balinese culture and its tradition. He began his meditation practice in 1992. Along his journey, he met many Gurus who guide him to deepen his spirituality. After several years of consistent meditation practice,he found his call to become a healer. His gifted hands have healed many people through Chakra Healing method.Yoga-inspired his life in 2003, with strong self-discipline and consistent practice, yoga made his life even better. In 2006, he decided to take Yoga Teacher Training and got certified. While combining his healing & yoga practice, he also believes that sound can affect the three levels of human life aspects; physical, mental, and spiritual. In 2015, he got a chance to learn and received his certification as a Sound Healer directly from a qualified Nepali sound Healer. Still, in the same year, he got his Gong Master Certification from a famous Gong Master Institute which made him become one of the best Sound Healers in Bali.
Instagram: @thebalinesehealer
Abdi teaches Mindful Flow:
Wednesdays 11.00 - 12.15
Bez
Bez brings authenticity, intention, and fun to every class, sharing his deep love for yoga with all of us.
Bez’s journey from student to teacher transformed his life, and his classes reflect that profound change. Expect strong, smart sessions with precision cueing and verbal support that encourage you to explore your edges while connecting deeply to your heart.
Bez’s teaching is designed to uplift and inspire trust in life, empowering each student to deepen their personal practice in a way that feels right to them.
Get ready to feel empowered and connect in new ways under his guidance.
Instagram: @thisisbesralyoga
Bez teaches Empowering Vinyasa:
Monday 09.30 - 10.45 & Saturday 08.00 - 09.15
Vivienne
Vivienne has traveled worldwide to learn from different teachers and has accumulated 1,400 TTC and over 50,000 hours of teaching experience. Her commitment to personal and collective growth makes her classes a transformative journey into alignment, empowerment, and self-discovery. She observes the students’ body conditions and inspires each individual to explore their limits. Through practicing and teaching, she dives deep into yoga philosophy. Since 2019, she has been teaching and sharing her yoga knowledge throughout Bali.
Instagram: @vivienne_zeng
Vivienne teaches Anusara Yoga:
Monday & Wednesday 16.00 - 17.15 & Friday 11.00 - 12.15
Kristina
Kristina Bandelman is a dedicated and versatile 300-hour Certified Yoga Teacher specializing in Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, and Restorative yoga. With a passion for guiding practitioners of all levels, Kristina helps students forge a deeper connection with their bodies and find comfort in their practice.
Her yoga journey has taken her across the globe, from India to China, Kazakhstan to Indonesia. Kristina's diverse teaching experience includes roles at prestigious yoga studios, fitness clubs, and innovative spaces like the Outpost Coliving Space in Bali and the online platform Omflow.
Kristina's expertise is built on a solid foundation of training, including:
• 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training from Oceanic Yoga, Goa, India
• 65-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training from Radiantly Alive, Bali, Indonesia
• 35-hour Restorative Yoga Teacher Training from The Nomadic Yogi, Online
With a skill set encompassing anatomy, pose modifications, effective cueing, and various meditation and breathing techniques, Kristina creates a holistic yoga experience. Her ability to provide hands-on adjustments, sequence effectively, and communicate clearly ensures that each student receives personalized attention and guidance.
Currently based in Bali, Kristina continues to share her knowledge and passion for yoga at multiple studios.
Instagram: @kristinabandelman
Kristina teaches Mindful Flow:
Monday 11.00 - 12.15 & Sunday 10.30 - 11.45
Zee
Zee has been practicing since 2011. Her daily practice is ashtanga (Mysore self practice). Zee did YTT 200hrs in 2015 and has been teaching since.
Zee class is an invigorating and dynamic style that blends elements of traditional ashtanga and with creative movement sequencing of vinyasa.
Focused on strength, flexibility, and balance. It also incorporates challenging poses and transitions and full body workout. Expect a fast paced, energetic class designed to elevate your practice and leave you feeling relax, revitalized and fun!
Instagram: @zeelatifa
Zee teaches Rocket series:
Wednesday 9.30am - 10.45am
Sasya
Sasya graduated as a bachelor of psychology and a hypnotherapist, she practices yoga as a physical and mental process. Her classes inspire a personal practice within a group setting to synchronize collective energy as a community. Brigitta Sasya believes yoga creates an opportunity for personal growth allowing space to tune in and build a healthy relationship with ourselves.
Instagram: @brigittasasya
Sasya teaches Yin Yoga:
Tuesday & Friday 16.00 - 17.15
Fabi
Fabi, is a passionate yoga teacher with experience in Vinyasa Flow, Power Yoga, Hatha, and Alignment for all levels.
She brings an energetic approach to her teaching, creating a dynamic yet safe environment where students feel empowered and can connect with their bodies and minds in transformative ways.
Fabi’s classes are thoughtfully designed to meet students where they are, with a strong emphasis on alignment and sequences that allow practitioners of all levels to deepen their practice.
Each flow is built gradually, providing the opportunity to connect with the breath and move with greater mindfulness. Whether guiding a slow, intentional flow or a more powerful, dynamic practice, Fabi creates a space where students can connect with themselves, challenge their limits, and grow.
Instagram: @theborderlessmind
Fabi teaches Mindful Flow:
Friday 11:00 - 12:15
Indah
I first discovered my love for yoga through exercising and staying fit. However, it wasn’t until the pandemic that I began to explore meditation. Starting with a 30-day meditation challenge, I gradually made it a daily habit, combining running, meditation, and breathwork into my routine.
This practice quickly evolved into a personal journey. Each morning, I would meditate and practice breathwork to ground myself before heading out for a run by the river in Australia. One day, I experienced a profound transcendental moment that transformed my life.
Now, I teach Power Flow and breathwork, sharing what I’ve learned through movement and mindfulness. I love breaking a sweat—not just for performance, but for the deeper connection it brings. By truly feeling your body as you move, you can enter a flow state that connects you to something greater.
I’m inspired by practitioners like Joe Dispenza and Wim Hof, and my teaching style reflects a lifestyle approach. It’s about moving from the mind and the conscious into the heart—achieving mind and heart coherence.
Tapping into the subconscious is where a new level of biological health and healing emerges.
Instagram: @iamhomebreathe
Indah teaches Power Flow:
Thursday 16.00 - 17.15