200-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training and Wellness Retreat in Koh Samui

The training takes place at a traditional Thai wooden house in Taling Ngam, on the quieter south side of Koh Samui, just 30 meters from the beach. The setting is peaceful and calm, ideal for focusing on your studies. The course is intensive—you'll attend all classes and participate in karma yoga, but the afternoons are largely free to relax, explore the beach, or take a dip in the sea. Meals are a highlight: Simona, a talented vegan chef, prepares nutritious and delicious brunches and dinners that fuel your practice and are often enjoyed together as a group.

The curriculum covers all the essentials for a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certification: asana (with alignment, adjustments, and contraindications), pranayama, kriyas (cleansing techniques), meditation, yoga philosophy, anatomy, and teaching practice. You'll learn how to plan and lead a class, how to adjust students safely, and how to set up a space for practice. The small group size—between 3 and 10 participants—means you get personalized attention and feedback. From the second week, you'll start teaching in pairs or small groups, building your confidence and skills.

Simona's background is impressive: she has studied and taught across Europe, India, and Thailand for over two decades. She began with meditation in Italy in 1990, studied Thai massage in northern Thailand, taught yoga in Ireland and France, and completed her Hatha Yoga teacher training in Tamil Nadu, India. She has taught at resorts like the Six Senses and Four Seasons and has led retreats and teacher trainings for years. Her down-to-earth approach and deep knowledge make the learning experience both practical and inspiring.

What's included

- 20 nights accommodation (shared room, private room, or bungalow) - 2 daily meals (vegan brunch and dinner) - Water, tea, coffee throughout the day - 2 daily yoga classes (Hatha, Yin, stretching/strengthening) - Meditation classes (indoors and on the beach) - Pranayama and kriya classes - Anatomy classes - Yoga philosophy classes - Adjustment classes - Bhagavad Gita sessions - Kirtan sessions - Welcome drinks - Traditional sauna and cool/ice bath - Course manual and certification - Yoga mats, blocks, straps, bolsters - Rudraksha mala, neti pot, tongue cleaner - Free 50 hours online Yin YTT (for September 2026 YTT only)

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional activities not in the itinerary - Laundry (available for an extra fee)