Foundations of Yoga

4.138 reviews
Location icon
71/21 Moo 8, Koh Phangan, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani, 84280
Date
May 3 - 9, 2026

About this Retreat

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Become a Master of Your Life
Learn the difference between moving through postures and truly practicing Yoga as the mental concentration required to align movement with breath, posture with chakra, body with mind. Imagine your body becoming an antenna precisely tuned to receive specific energy from the universe. Most people never experience that alignment. This week is where you begin to.
What This Week Is
Each day moves through a blend of asana, meditation, and philosophy — taught by Yogita and a team of experienced teachers rooted in the Hatha Yoga tradition. The teaching is designed so that you apply what you learn in the same moment you are learning it. The change you’re wishing for happens on the mat, in the breath between one posture and the next. Think of it as a recipe. Follow it and the result is consistent. After one week you feel different. 
What Participants Say
Michel · Lebanon · ★★★★★ "I loved it so much that I repeated it three times. It gives a broad understanding of yogic philosophy, theory, and practices — and how to integrate them into daily life. After years of suffering daily from digedstive issues, within two or three weeks of practice and the dietary changes recommended in the course, the issues had stopped."

Sebastian · Germany · ★★★★★ "Joining Week One was a life-changing experience. I have been doing yoga for several years but now I understand what yoga really is. I loved the quality and how the teachers taught traditional Hatha Yoga while focusing on the chakras. I went to many yoga schools on Koh Phangan over the years but none had this knowledge. I am so happy to find this."
In One Week You Leave With
⚡ RETURNED VITALITY

🌿 PHYSICAL RECOVERY

🧠 A CLEAR MIND

🔥 UNBREAKABLE WILLPOWER

🔓 FREEDOM FROM OLD PATTERNS

✨ MASTER YOUR ENERGY

🌊 KNOW YOUR TRUE SELF

🦁 CONFIDENCE FROM WITHIN

☀️ HAPPINESS AS NATURAL STATE
Your Daily Schedule
07:00 — Light breakfast 

08:30 — Morning lecture and Yoga practice 

10:30 — Break, lunch, and rest 

14:00 — Afternoon practice 

16:15 — Lecture and Q&A 

18:00 — Sunset trip (optional) 

Evening — Arcana activities, dinner, and free time
Week 1 - Foundation of Yoga covers:

What Yoga is — a scientific and philosophical foundation
The 7 Chakras — practical, embodied knowledge
The meaning and purpose of Asana
The polarity of energy in the body
The branches and 8 stages of Yoga according to Patanjali
The 5 bodies according to Yogic tradition
Yamas and Niyamas — the ethics of a conscious life
Basic cleansing techniques
Music meditation

The Path Forward
Week One is the foundation of the Arcana Yoga Immersion — 120 hours yoga training. Complete all four weeks and you will have the grounding to pursue yoga teacher certification, with an additional 80-hour practice module bringing you to full TTC qualification.

You can join one week, two, three, or all four — in sequence or across separate visits. Each week stands on its own. Together they build a practice of a lifetime.

Getting Here

Location icon Arcana Wellness Village, 71/21 Moo 8, Koh Phangan, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani, 84280

Directions

1. Pack Your Bags
Throw in your swimwear, your comfiest clothes, and maybe that book you’ve been meaning to read. Leave space for souvenirs (trust us).
2. Fly to Thailand
Book your flight to Koh Samui Airport (USM) – you might connect through Bangkok, Phuket, or even Singapore depending on your airline.
3. Touch Down in Samui
Step off the plane and feel that first hit of tropical air. Welcome to island time.
4. Taxi to the Pier
At the airport, grab a taxi to one of the ferry piers – Lomprayah for a speedy catamaran (about 30 minutes to Koh Phangan) or Raja Ferry for a slower, more laid-back cruise (about 90 minutes).
5. Ferry Across the Gulf
Sail past turquoise water and palm-fringed islets. Sit outside if you can – the sea breeze feels amazing.
6. Arrive in Koh Phangan
Land at Thong Sala Pier or Haad Rin Pier. Songthaews (shared open-air taxis) will be lined up and ready. Tell the driver “Arcana Wellness Village, Sri Thanu” and you’re on your way.
7. The Island Drive
Wind through lush jungle roads, pass tiny cafes and coconut groves, and spot a few curious cows.
8. Welcome to Arcana
The sign comes into view, the world slows down, and you step into your new home for the days ahead. Paradise, unlocked.

Accommodation

Boutique 1-Bedroom Suite

Accommodation
A stylish 65m² suite offering intimacy and seclusion, designed for deep restoration and self-care. Includes1 king bed, fully equipped kitchen, AC in every room.

Comfort Room Queen Bed

Accommodation
A cozy room with all the essentials for those seeking a calm space to rest and rejuvenate.1 queen bed, AC included

External Accomodation

Accommodation
Staying in your own accommodation off-site. No room provided.

Single Bed in Comfort Room

Accommodation
A cozy shared room with all the essentials — a peaceful way to rejuvenate, perfect for those seeking a calm and restful space. 1 bed in shared room, AC included

Deluxe 1-Bedroom Villa

Accommodation
A elegant 45m² villa offering privacy and space that creates an uplifting and restful environment. Includes: 1 king bed, private kitchen, AC in every room.

Mixed Dorm

Accommodation
A warm and social space for up to 4 travelers who love community — an affordable way to experience your wellness journey. 4 single beds · AC included · Fully equipped bathroom

Female Dorm

Accommodation
A warm and social space for up to 4 travelers who love community — an affordable way to experience your wellness journey. 4 single beds · AC included · Fully equipped bathroom

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms icon A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent

Meals

Menu Types

Customer Reviews

4.13 out of 5.0 average rating

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Little heaven in Koh Pangan
We spent five days at Arcana and had a wonderful experience. We came mainly for the retreat programme but also enjoyed the spa and wellness facilities included in our stay.

The food was amazing and the whole place exceeded our expectations. We returned home feeling happy and fulfilled. Staying at Arcana was a great decision and we will definitely come back

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Bad service
bad service,

4.0
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Very nice stay in Koh Phangan
I had a very nice stay at Arcana. Arcana is a beautiful hotel & retreat space if you are looking for some quiet time on the island. It has a restaurant, a pool, a spa and a beautiful yoga shala. I loved all the activities that we could do and they were all included in the price.
Although the environment was very nice I also had some bad encounters with the owners. Due to the war in the middle east my flights were cancelled and i was not able to arrive on the day i had booked. They were not able to give me a refund in any ways. Then we agreed that they would give me a credit that i could use in the restaurant, but when i got there, they didn't want to give me the credit anymore. The communication was very bad and i was not pleased at all with how they handled this situation. It is clear they only think of their behalf and didn't wanted to do anything to help me for the loss of the couple of nights i was not able to stay there. very egoic...

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Unforgettable Moments …
Arcana is a very special place, created with so much love that you can feel it in every detail of its wonderful environment. Every soul is truly welcome there and can find something meaningful for themselves.

This place is not just a list of reawakening and balancing practices such as different kinds of yoga, breathing sessions, ice baths, sound healing, chanting, singing by the bonfire, dancing, high-quality sauna facilities, and very clean, minimalistic apartments… it is a beautiful community of co-creators. Starting with the owners, and including every always-smiling member of the service team, everyone contributes to the magic of this space.

I enjoyed every flower, the sound of the birds, the energy of nature, and the healthy, lovingly prepared food. All of this made my stay in Thailand truly unforgettable.

THANK YOU, ARCANA 🥰

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Just perfect
Stunning place, extremely good value for money when you stay, I was impressed at how much is included for guests.

Facilities, classes, food, staff all 10 out of 10. Highly recommended and a very nice break from the liveliness of the island!

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