Yoga retreat in Koh Phangan for 6 days to promote rejuvenation and relaxation.

I had a blast at the retreat! The classes were awesome, the food was delicious, and I absolutely loved getting a daily massage. It was such a nice treat.

The Garden Rooms are located near a noisy street and some loud bars, so make sure to bring ear plugs.

It’s important to provide more details about the workshops instead of just listing titles. I attended a workshop where the teacher unexpectedly started challenging our beliefs, insisting that believing in Karma is the key to inner peace – not what I had in mind and definitely not recommended.

The yoga classes were expertly led and the instructors were knowledgeable. The food was delicious and the staff were friendly and accommodating. The breathtaking sunrise view during dinner made the experience even more memorable.

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The yoga classes and workshops at this place are amazing, and all the staff are incredible and polite. Valerie creates a family-like atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. It has been one of the best experiences in my life.

The street and a few restaurants nearby can be noisy sometimes, but we absolutely loved every second of our yoga retreat at Ananda 🙂 We stayed for 5 days and received so much more than we had expected. We had plenty of yoga classes and workshops to choose from, and the teachers were incredible. The food at the shell was delicious, and the staff there were wonderful. We definitely recommend Ananda Yoga and Detox Center for the ultimate yoga experience and spiritual retreat on Koh Phangan. We would happily come back again! Thank you for everything ?!

We would have liked to have received a better orientation to the program because as beginners, we felt a little lost in deciding which courses to take and what to expect from them.

Unfortunately, the rooms were very dark, which made us not want to stay there.

The staff was very friendly, accommodating, and helpful.

There is a wide variety of activities available.

There are many cozy places to relax, especially the restaurant right by the beach.

The food is super delicious and there is a wide selection to choose from.

The daily massages are a dream.

They always prioritize cleanliness, especially with the yoga equipment, which is in very good condition.

We felt so relaxed and recharged after traveling through Thailand for 2 weeks. The accommodation was clean and nice. The yoga program was extensive and we had many different yoga teachers who taught us using various methods and levels of instruction. Meeting Sabina was a real honor as she taught us the basic yoga positions and helped us a lot. We also want to thank Paola for her cheerful and friendly personality. We had such a great time and will definitely recommend you to others!

The rooms in Thailand were pretty decent, although they could get a bit musty during the rainy season. They provided all the necessary amenities, but they were nothing fancy. I really wished there was a better beach nearby, but unfortunately, the good ones were a 20-minute drive to the north of the resort.

However, attending the yoga teacher training at Ananda Yoga and Detox made me feel like I definitely got my money’s worth. Valerie, the instructor, is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about yoga. Her love for it truly shines through in her teaching. I was amazed at how she managed to run the program and resort while still forming meaningful connections with each student.

Alona, another instructor, showed so much dedication to helping her students improve their yoga practice. It was clear that she genuinely cared about others. Britt, on the other hand, had a laid-back and approachable nature. She had a talent for uplifting others. With their guidance, I left the training feeling confident in my ability to lead successful yoga classes.

I was absolutely thrilled with everything! I loved the training so much. It allowed me to improve my own yoga practice and learn a lot about teaching yoga. The instructors were well-trained and effective in their teaching.
The location was amazing, right on the beach with a view of the sunset. And the food was really delicious! I looked forward to the meals every day, and they were always fresh, healthy, and varied. They even accommodated my vegan diet and always served me incredibly tasty food 🙂

I was disappointed with my yoga experience here. It’s more like a resort with an option to take yoga classes, but it’s not a traditional retreat like the title suggests. They cancelled five out of five ashtanga mysore classes without providing replacement teachers, which really limited the number of classes I could attend as an advanced student. There was no compensation for that, so it was quite disappointing.

The check-in process was confusing because there were very few instructions given since the manager wasn’t on-site. There were spider webs in my room, the bed wasn’t made when I arrived, and towards the end of my stay, they didn’t even refill the toilet paper. I was surprised by the lack of cleanliness, especially considering how empty the resort seemed.

The staff was a mixed bag – some were super nice, while others seemed annoyed and couldn’t even be bothered to say “hi”. The restaurant service was pleasant but incredibly slow. I ate there three times a day for six days, and they often forgot or mixed up orders.

Massages were included in the package, one per day. During my fifth massage, the lady blocked my neck, which was concerning. The next day, I asked twice at the detox bar to pair me up with a different masseuse, but they promised without delivering. I had to stick with the same lady for two more massages, or I could have skipped them altogether.

Overall, it wasn’t a terrible stay, but it’s definitely not a yoga retreat worth the money. The place is nice, but the rooms are basic and could be cleaner. The resort has a welcoming atmosphere and some nice amenities, like two shalas, an herbal sauna, a great pool, and plenty of chilling areas. The restaurant serves good food, but the service can be slow. The area is quiet, so having a scooter to get around is recommended.

The rooms were dirty.

If you’re looking to learn how to teach yoga, this is the perfect place for you. You’ll leave with the ability to confidently lead a full 90-minute yoga class on your own. You won’t find a better teacher than Jonny, who brings immense passion and knowledge to this course. The meals here are not only incredibly healthy but also absolutely delicious. Plus, the resort has a fantastic pool and sauna. And to top it off, the staff is incredibly helpful.

Melissa’s Yin teacher training surpassed my expectations by a long shot! I’ve learned a ton and now I feel totally prepared and excited to go out and share all the knowledge I’ve gained. I’m ready to be a confident yoga teacher!

Everyone at Ananda is lovely and available. The food here is vegetarian, organic, and delicious. This place is like a peace of heaven, and the yoga shala is incredibly inspiring. Ananda offers excellent value compared to other expensive, trendy, and fashionable yoga places on the island.

I was hoping the rooms would be better, but for Koh Phangnan standards, they’re actually really nice. In Ananda’s teacher training, Yogis have a great bonding experience and see the best in each other. This program isn’t as strict as a Sivananda Ashram, but there’s plenty of information available to learn if you’re willing to put in the work. The food, pool, steam room, and staff are all great. This program goes beyond just poses, it’s well thought out and provides a wealth of information that will be useful in every aspect of teaching Yoga properly.

The additional classes (pranayama, meditation, anatomy, special classes like pregnancy, etc.) require a lot of improvement. They should focus on improving the cleanliness of the rooms. Though the food was very good, it had limited variety, which is disappointing for a long-term stay. These points reveal the downside of a low-cost TTC, unfortunately. Overall, the yoga classes and alignment were excellent, but I was hoping for a more in-depth experience with all yoga topics.