8-Day Chakra Healing and Buddhist Meditation Retreat in Koh Phangan

The retreat runs over eight days and seven nights at Haad Yao Bayview Resort & Spa, with the daily schedule alternating between structured practice and free time. Mornings open with sunrise meditation and classical pranayama, then move into a chakra yoga asana practice aimed at activating and aligning the energy centers. After breakfast there's a chakra training session where you go deeper into the meaning and practical application of each chakra, followed by a guided Yoga Nidra rest before lunch. Afternoons are lighter: on select days there are excursions to local temples, beaches and waterfalls, and the rest of the time is yours to rest, explore or reflect. Evenings finish with dinner and optional meditation before an early, quiet night.

The centrepiece is a two-day Buddhist meditation masterclass led by Bhante Maitree, a monk with over 38 years of teaching experience across Thailand, Vietnam and Sri Lanka. This takes place in the tranquil setting of his temple and covers traditional practices like mindfulness, Vipassana and insight meditation, alongside silent practice sessions. It's a rare chance to learn directly from a senior monk in his own environment, rather than in a retreat-center bubble.

The retreat is hosted by Tony Myers, founder of the Meditation & Yoga Teacher Training Academy, who leads the daily yoga and meditation sessions. He brings more than 20 years of teaching experience, including 12 years at the University of Queensland, and has authored four books on meditation and yoga. The week is designed to work for total beginners as well as seasoned practitioners, with all practices guided and tailored to the group. Beyond the temple masterclass, the schedule includes visits to sacred temples and pristine beaches, giving you a real sense of the island's spiritual and natural character.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation at Haad Yao Bayview Resort & Spa - 2 daily meals (breakfast and dinner) - Daily chakra yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama (breathwork) classes - Daily chakra training sessions - 2-day Buddhist meditation masterclass with Bhante Maitree - Yoga Nidra sessions - Free excursions to sacred Buddhist temples and beaches - Transportation during the retreat - Free WiFi at the resort - Welcome orientation and closing circle

What's not included

- International flights - Airport transfers (available at $30 USD each way) - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments - Lunches (not included in the meal plan)