The island of Koh Samui in Thailand is perhaps known more for its party atmosphere, large resorts, and action activites galore, but beneath the lively exterior are places where people can find some real mind and body relaxation – through yoga.
Whether you practice yoga at an advanced level, are just a beginner, or want to get your children to give it go, the island has what you need. Here are some worthwhile places to check out:
Located on Lipa Noi beach, this center offers yoga as well as a variety of health and rejuvenation treatments and activites such as meditation, breathing exercises, herbal cleansing, shiatsu massage, Thai herbal steams, dietary education, fasting, colonic irrigation, colon cleansing and other extensive workshops.
This is the largest yoga center on the island, and one of the largest in Thailand. Located in quiet Ban Tai, on Bang Po beach north west of the island, it offers yoga classes, retreats, training courses, vegetarian food and accomodation.
Yoga and other holistic treatments like acupuncture, hypnotherapy, reflexology, reiki and myotherapy are offered at this luxurious spa/resort. However, it is NOT available all year round, so call ahead and ask.
Offers classes for families and kids, as well as other treatments and training courses on vortex astrology meditation, reiki, tarot and reflexology. Huge selection of health products and vegetarian cuisine. Budget rooms available.