CrossFit & Weight Loss Retreat on Koh Samui, Thailand

The retreat runs out of an affiliate CrossFit box a short walk from Lamai Beach. Training is split across the day: typically one CrossFit class and one strength session in the gym, and on selected mornings an outdoor cardio session such as a beach workout, a run, a swim or a hike up to one of the island's temples. Saturday runs a lighter schedule built around a beach WOD, and Sunday is a rest day.

The head coach is Mike Zappia, an Australian ex-rugby league player who moved into strength and conditioning after his playing career. He holds an A.S.C.A. Strength & Conditioning Level 1 certification, Cert 3 & 4 in Fitness and CrossFit Level 1, and has coached and competed in CrossFit across Australia, the UK, Indonesia and Thailand since 2013. He has coached international rugby league teams, junior representative sides and individual athletes.

The box is kitted out with new equipment and the schedule includes open gym time alongside booked private sessions. Sessions are scaled to fitness level, so the same class can accommodate someone training for their first pull-up and someone preparing for a regional CrossFit competition.

Nutrition is handled through partnerships with local healthy restaurants, both Thai and Western, offering discounted meals. There is no set meal plan included — guests eat at the partner venues or wherever else they choose on the island. The team can review nutritional needs with you during your stay.

Evenings and free afternoons are your own. The team often organises group excursions to surrounding islands, snorkelling trips, jet skiing and nights out in Chaweng. Others use the time to recover on the beach, get a massage, or drop into one of the island's yoga studios.

What's included

- Accommodation (choice of Basic, Premium or VIP) - Up to 3 training sessions per day (CrossFit, Strength, Outdoor Cardio) - Professional coaching by certified CrossFit coaches - Access to gym equipment during open hours - Nutrition guidance and body composition analysis - Discounts at partner healthy restaurants (Thai and Western) - Group community events and optional island excursions

What's not included

- International flights - Airport transfers - Travel insurance - Meals and drinks (discounted at partner restaurants) - Personal expenses - Optional activities such as snorkelling, jet skiing, massages, yoga classes - Private training sessions (available at extra cost)