Yoga & Calisthenics Retreat
20 – 27 February 2024 – Completely Sold Out!
1 – 8 March 2024 – Completely Sold Out!
10 – 17 March 2024 – Completely Sold Out!
Immerse yourself in the practice of yoga and calisthenics within the pearl of the Gulf of Thailand, surrounded by beautiful nature.
The venue in Koh Tao
A destination renowned worldwide for its astounding natural beauty and its welcoming culture, Thailand is unrivalled for its weather, warm as a loving embrace, and its equally warm yet highly sophisticated service culture. Koh Tao, literally turtle island, is an off the beaten path island in Southern Thailand, only a two hour boat ride away form the mainland. The island’s natural beauty, stunning coral reefs and abundant marine life in crystal clear water with beautiful beaches makes the island the world’s top three best diving spots. The island is green and hilly offering a magnificent landscape.
Our shala & training area
Explore the world of movement with yoga & calisthenics, live the most authentic experiences in a traditional yoga shala surrounded by breathtaking views of the sea.
Eco-resort in nature
Eco resort "Baan Talay" offers the perfect island escape. Set on a tropical hillside, nestled amongst dense vegetation with breathtaking uninterrupted views across the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Thailand. “House by the sea" is the appropriate translation of the Thai name for this superb twelve-bedroom hotel that is exclusively at our disposal.
Sea acces
You can also find a fantastic coral reef right on your door step. Walk down to the rocky beach or do the 5 minute walk to the quiet sandy beach, "Aow Leuk" to discover some of the finest coral reefs and marine life on the island.
What's included?
- 7 days + 7 nights stay in an exclusive eco resort with sea-view and 5 minute walk to the beach (check-out the 8th in the morning).
- Twice per day yoga / movement / handstand + Bodyweight training (Calisthenics) classes **All Levels are welcome**
- Mobility/Inversion workshop
- Pranayama (breathwork)
- 2 delicious and healthy meals/day (Brunch -buffet and dinner) with a mix of Thai cuisine/western + Asian fusion
- Morning fruits and nuts before start morning class and afternoon snacks
- Daily tea/coffee/water and fresh coconut
- 1 hike to the view point + private boat trip to snorkeling around the island
- 1 Ice bath session
- Speed boat (to and from the island)
- Airport pick-up from Koh Samui, Phuket or Surat Thani to the pier (+return)
Accomodation
Luxury tent
-Shared 990€ p.p.
- 2p: 12 m²
3p: 19 m²
4p: 24 m² - Beds: only singles
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Garden view
- Patio
- Private bathroom
- Terrace
- Free WiFi
Jungle bungalow
-Shared room was € 1290 now € 1090 p.p.
-Private room was € 1590
now € 1350
- 25 m²
- Beds: only double
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Garden view
- Patio
- Private bathroom
- Terrace
- Free WiFi
Seaview hut
– Shared room was € 1490
now € 1250 p.p.
– Private room was € 1890
now € 1590
- 32 m²
- Beds: Single or Double
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Private bathroom
- Terrace
- Free WiFi
Ocean cottage
– Shared room was € 1890
now € 1590 p.p.
– Private room was € 2390
now € 1990
- 36 m²
- Beds: only double
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
- Minibar
- Free WiFi
Activities
FAQ
- By plane from Bangkok to Koh Samui airport (USM) (recommended). Koh Samui is the bigger sister island next to Koh Tao. From there a boat will pick you up and bring you to Koh Tao. The price of the boat is included in your package. Boat leaves at 12:15 or 14:15. Arrive at Koh Tao at 15:30 or 17:00.
- By plane from Bangkok to Surat Thani airport (URT). Surat Thani is the province on the mainland. It’s a bit cheaper to fly compared to Koh Samui but the boat ride is longer. A taxi will pick you up from the airport and bring you to the pier (30 min). From there a speed boat taxi will bring you to Koh Tao. The taxi leaves at the airport at 9:30 or 14:15. Arrival in Koh Tao:12:30 or 17:00. The price of the boat is included in your retreat package.
- By plane to Phuket. A taxi bus will pick you up at 9:00. You’ll approximately arrive at 17:00 in Koh Tao. The price of this bus ride is included in your package.
- Coming from somewhere else in Thailand? Contact us for more information how to get to your destination.
- It’s very simple! Contact us through the ‘Enquiry’ form at the bottom of this page or send us an email to contact@yogawithissy.com. You can also send us a DM in Instagram @maxime.sterk or use the contact on WhatsApp button under the ‘Meet your trainer’ picture.
- Send us a message of the desired period and type of accomodation and we will send you our details. Payments can be made through PayPal or international transfer.
Extra food and activities outside the villa
Flights
Visa
Drinks (it is possible to buy alcohol at the resort at your own expense or in the supermarkets in town)
- In general tourists entering Thailand for fewer than 30 days do not require a visa. We strongly recommend that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your arrival in Thailand to avoid possible denied entry. In order to check if you do need a tourist visa you can check it on the website of Thailand foreign affairs: https://www.thaievisa.go.th/
- Totally! Issy and Maxime have thousands of hours of teaching experience under their belts. They can offer endless options and variations so everyone can practice at their own level. The most important aspect is to have fun while exploring the capabilities your body at your own pace and under the professional guidance of your trainers.
A day at the retreat may look like but is not necessarily limited to the following activities. We like to keep things flexible according to the weather, the group energy, the personal preferences etc.
- 7.00 – 8.00 am Wake up with fruits/tea/coffee
- 8.00 – 10.00 am Morning movement yoga/calisthenics
- 10.30 – 11.30 Brunch
- 14.00 – 17.30 You may opt to participate with the activity of the day. Could be hiking, boat trip & snorkeling, cold plunge, yoga workshop, stretching & relaxation
- 18.30 – 19.30 Dinner
We do not offer a payment plan but it is possible to secure your place by paying a deposit. You can make a non-refundable deposit of €400 to secure your spot. Complete the rest of your payment before the 15th of January. If you wish to make use of this method, contact us.
- Cancellations can be made up to the 15th of December, for a refund on the balance (not deposit). After the 15th of December 2023 no refunds can be made. More information can be found in our Participant agreement document just below.
Meet your trainers
About Us
Maxime Ronse
Maxime is a personal trainer with a passion for bodyweight training. He loves to transfer this passion to his clients. “There is no better feeling then seeing my client evolve by mastering his/her own bodyweight.” In his spare time you will see him hanging on the bars at the local outdoor gym or walking/playing his 3-legged dog Bobo.
Aritsara Nadee
Issy started her yoga journey after years of suffering from back pain scoliosis, causing lots of physical and mental issues. She wants to encourage people to live a healthy lifestyle though yoga, mobility and movement to enhances the joint’s mobility. Her class combines modern movements and mindfulness, suitable for all levels.
Enquire
Do you have a question for us? Send us an email for more information or contact us through one of the social media buttons above.