{"id":3516,"date":"2026-10-19T03:53:43","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T03:53:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/?p=3516"},"modified":"2026-10-21T05:47:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T05:47:00","slug":"how-to-become-yoga-teacher-in-koh-samui","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/how-to-become-yoga-teacher-in-koh-samui\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Yoga Teacher in Koh Samui, Thailand: 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Guide (2026\u201327)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-how-to-become-yoga-teacher-in-koh-samui-23-days-the-short-answer\"><strong>Can How to Become Yoga Teacher in Koh Samui 23 days? The short answer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">200-hour yoga teacher training<\/a><\/strong> is the internationally recognised starting point for teaching yoga, and at a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School<\/a><\/strong> you can complete it on <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/peaceful-places-in-koh-samui\/\">Koh Samui<\/a> in just over three weeks. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School <\/a><\/strong>runs its Thailand training at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/healthoasisresort.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Health Oasis Resort<\/a><\/strong>, right on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/bang-por-beach-koh-samui-travel-guide\/\">Bang Por Beach<\/a><\/strong> on the island\u2019s quiet north coast. Fees start at \u20ac2,800. Every package includes 22 nights in a beachfront room, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">two sattvic vegetarian meals<\/a><\/strong> a day, airport pickup from Samui Airport and local excursions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Groups are capped at 10 students, so you get personal feedback every day. When you finish, you receive a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">200-hour certificate <\/a>that lets you register with <a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance<\/a> as an RYT 200.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below you\u2019ll find the full cost, what a training day looks like, the syllabus, how to compare schools on the island and what comes after graduation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-59-1024x768.png\" alt=\"Students practicing yoga during yoga teacher training in Thailand at Diksha Yoga School\" class=\"wp-image-3541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-59-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-59-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-59-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-59-1140x855.png 1140w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-59.png 1448w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#can-how-to-become-yoga-teacher-in-koh-samui-23-days-the-short-answer\">Can How to Become Yoga Teacher in Koh Samui 23 days? The short answer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#next-training-5-27-november-2026\">Next training: 5\u201327 November 2026.\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-does-ryt-200-mean-and-how-do-you-get-it\">What does RYT 200 mean, and how do you get it?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#why-train-in-thailand-and-why-bang-por-beach\">Why train in Thailand, and why Bang Por Beach?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#when-to-go\">When to go<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#who-is-this-course-for\">Who is this course for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#choosing-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-on-koh-samui-7-questions-to-ask\">Choosing a 200-hour yoga teacher training on Koh Samui: 7 questions to ask<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#what-youll-study-the-200-hour-syllabus\">What you\u2019ll study: the 200-hour syllabus<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-a-training-day-looks-like\">What a training day looks like<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#learning-to-teach-practicum-and-assessment\">Learning to teach: practicum and assessment<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#the-method-behind-the-training\">The method behind the training<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#yogini-manisha-founder-e-ryt-500-yacep\">Yogini Manisha, Founder (E-RYT 500, YACEP)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#why-students-trust-diksha-yoga-school\">Why students trust Diksha Yoga School<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-much-does-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-on-koh-samui-cost\">How much does a 200-hour yoga teacher training on Koh Samui cost?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#your-fee-includes\">Your fee includes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#not-included\">Not included<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#2026-27-course-dates\">2026\u201327 course dates<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#booking-and-terms\">Booking and terms<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#getting-to-bang-por-beach-and-what-to-pack\">Getting to Bang Por Beach and what to pack<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#packing-list\">Packing list<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#100-200-or-300-hours-which-course-should-you-take\">100, 200 or 300 hours: which course should you take?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-our-koh-samui-graduates-say\">What our Koh Samui graduates say<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#begin-your-teaching-journey-on-koh-samui\">Begin your teaching journey on Koh Samui<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#about-the-author\">About the author<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"next-training-5-27-november-2026\"><strong>Next training: 5\u201327 November 2026.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><u><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=919130157393&amp;text&amp;type=phone_number&amp;app_absent=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reserve your place on WhatsApp<\/a><\/strong><\/u>&nbsp;or <u><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/yoga-teacher-training-courses.php\">view the 200-hour YTT Koh Samui course page<\/a><\/strong><\/u>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>At a glance<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td>Details<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Course<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training<\/a>: <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/traditional-hatha-yoga-explained\/\">Hatha<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/ashtanga-vinyasa-flow-yoga-lessons\/\">Vinyasa Flow<\/a> and Ashtanga foundations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Length<\/td><td>23 days, 22 nights<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Location<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/healthoasisresort.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Health Oasis Resort<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/bang-por-beach-koh-samui-travel-guide\/\">Bang Por Beach<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/peaceful-places-in-koh-samui\/\">Koh Samui, Thailand<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fee<\/td><td>Twin shared \u20ac2,800 \u00b7 Private \u20ac3,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Group size<\/td><td>10 students maximum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Included<\/td><td>Beachfront <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">accommodation, breakfast and lunch<\/a><\/strong> daily, airport pickup from USM, course manual, Wi-Fi, local excursions, certificate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suitable for<\/td><td>Beginners and intermediate practitioners; no teaching experience required<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Language<\/td><td>English<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Certificate<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">200-hour certificate<\/a> from a <a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School<\/strong><\/a> (RYS 200), eligible for RYT 200 registration<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Founder<\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/founder-yogini-manisha.php\">Yogini Manisha<\/a><\/strong> (<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/teacherpublicprofile?id=003TR00001Pg7FuYAJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">E-RYT 500<\/a><\/strong>, YACEP)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>To book<\/td><td>30% deposit<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-ryt-200-mean-and-how-do-you-get-it\"><strong>What does RYT 200 mean, and how do you get it?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>RYT 200 stands for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Registered Yoga Teacher<\/a><\/strong>, 200-hour level. Yoga Alliance awards it to graduates of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">200-hour programme<\/a> at a Registered Yoga School (RYS 200). Most studios, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/yoga-meditation-retreat.php\">retreats <\/a><\/strong>and online platforms around the world use it as their baseline hiring requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The route from student to registered teacher looks like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pick a registered school.<\/strong>&nbsp;Search the school\u2019s name in the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance<\/a><\/strong> directory and confirm it shows RYS 200 status. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a> holds both RYS 200 and RYS 300.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finish the full 200 hours,<\/strong>&nbsp;including the teaching practicum and final assessments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get your certificate<\/strong>&nbsp;from the school once you\u2019ve met every requirement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Create your Yoga Alliance account<\/strong>&nbsp;and apply as an RYT 200. Yoga Alliance\u2019s fee is paid directly to them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Begin teaching:<\/strong>&nbsp;community classes, private clients, online sessions or retreat work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Go further:<\/strong>&nbsp;a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/300-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\"><strong>300-hour training<\/strong><\/a> takes you to RYT 500, and logged teaching hours lead to E-RYT 200.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Registering with <a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance<\/a> is optional, and some countries and employers set their own rules. It remains the credential most widely recognised by the yoga industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-train-in-thailand-and-why-bang-por-beach\"><strong>Why train in Thailand, and why Bang Por Beach?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thailand is a Buddhist country where <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">meditation <\/a>is woven into everyday life. Saffron-robed monks collect morning alms, and temples sit on almost every road. That makes it a natural place to study the quieter, inner side of yoga alongside the physical practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-61-1024x480.png\" alt=\"Beach yoga practice at Diksha Yoga School in Koh Samui, Thailand\" class=\"wp-image-3543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-61-1024x480.png 1024w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-61-300x141.png 300w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-61-768x360.png 768w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-61-1536x719.png 1536w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-61-1140x534.png 1140w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-61.png 1832w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/peaceful-places-in-koh-samui\/\"><strong>Koh Samui is Thailand\u2019s<\/strong><\/a> second-largest island, in the calm Gulf of Thailand, with direct daily flights from Bangkok. Most visitors head to the busy east-coast resort towns. <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/bang-por-beach-koh-samui-travel-guide\/\"><strong>Bang Por<\/strong><\/a>, on the north coast, is one of the island\u2019s calmest beaches, known for its sunsets and views across the water to Koh Phangan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The sea is your neighbour.<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/healthoasisresort.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Health Oasis Resort<\/strong><\/a> sits right on the beachfront, so your morning breathwork happens a few steps from the water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practice shaped by Buddhist culture.<\/strong>&nbsp;Visit Wat Phra Yai (the Big Buddha), or sit quietly in one of the island\u2019s temples on a rest day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Island nature.<\/strong>&nbsp;Cool off at the Na Muang waterfalls, or explore Maenam Beach and the quieter stretches of the north coast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Evenings by the water.<\/strong>&nbsp;Wander the old wooden shophouses and evening market of Fisherman\u2019s Village in Bophut, or watch the sun set behind Koh Phangan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A small, focused group.<\/strong>&nbsp;With 10 students at most, every student gets attention on their practice and their teaching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Simple pricing.<\/strong>&nbsp;Your fee covers training, beachfront room, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">breakfast and lunch<\/a><\/strong>, Wi-Fi, airport pickup and local excursions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-to-go\"><strong>When to go<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/peaceful-places-in-koh-samui\/\">Koh Samui\u2019s<\/a> weather follows its own pattern, unlike mainland Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Months<\/td><td>What to expect<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>January \u2013 March<\/td><td>Dry and sunny with calm seas: the most popular time for training<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>April \u2013 June<\/td><td>The hottest months, mostly sunny with occasional showers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>July \u2013 September<\/td><td>Warm and mostly sunny, with short tropical showers; Samui stays drier than much of Thailand<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>October \u2013 December<\/td><td>The rainy season, wettest in November. The island is green, quiet and cooler, and showers often pass quickly.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"who-is-this-course-for\"><strong>Who is this course for?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no entry test. You don\u2019t need advanced poses, teaching experience or perfect flexibility, only genuine curiosity and the commitment to a full-time three-week programme. Students who join us include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Future teachers<\/strong>&nbsp;who want a solid, recognised foundation to start teaching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Committed practitioners<\/strong>&nbsp;ready to understand the why behind every pose and breath<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Current teachers<\/strong>&nbsp;looking to refresh their foundations or earn a certificate from a registered school<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Motivated beginners<\/strong>, since the course builds your practice gradually from day one<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fitness, wellness and bodywork professionals<\/strong>&nbsp;who want to add yoga, breathwork and <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">meditation <\/a>to what they offer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>People at a turning point<\/strong>&nbsp;who want 23 days by the sea to reconnect body, breath and mind<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Please tell us about any injury or health condition before booking. We\u2019ll advise you honestly and adjust your practice where needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"908\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-62-908x1024.png\" alt=\"Yoga teacher training students performing asanas at Health Oasis Resort in Thailand\" class=\"wp-image-3544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-62-908x1024.png 908w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-62-266x300.png 266w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-62-768x866.png 768w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-62-1140x1286.png 1140w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-62.png 1181w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 908px) 100vw, 908px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Want a shorter course?<\/strong>&nbsp;See our <u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/100-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">100-hour yoga teacher training in Thailand<\/a><\/u>, or focus on the breath with our <u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-teacher-training-thailand.php\">50-hour breathwork and pranayama teacher training<\/a><\/u>. Neither qualifies you for RYT 200 on its own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"choosing-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-on-koh-samui-7-questions-to-ask\"><strong>Choosing a 200-hour yoga teacher training on Koh Samui: 7 questions to ask<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/peaceful-places-in-koh-samui\/\">Koh Samui<\/a> has many teacher trainings, from luxury resorts to small shalas. Ask every school these seven questions before you send money, including us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Question<\/td><td>Why ask it<\/td><td>Our answer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Are you a <a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance<\/a> RYS 200?<\/td><td>Graduates of unregistered schools cannot register as RYT 200<\/td><td>Yes: RYS 200 and RYS 300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Who designed and oversees the course?<\/td><td>Experienced leadership shapes the quality of teaching<\/td><td>Founder <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/founder-yogini-manisha.php\"><strong>Yogini Manisha<\/strong><\/a>, E-RYT 500 and YACEP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>How many students per batch?<\/td><td>In large groups, feedback on your teaching gets thin<\/td><td>Never more than 10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Will I teach real classes?<\/td><td>Watching others teach doesn\u2019t build confidence<\/td><td>You teach from Week 2, with one-to-one fe edback<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>What does the price cover?<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">Accommodation and food<\/a> on Samui can add up quickly<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">Beachfront room, breakfast and lunch<\/a>, Wi-Fi, airport pickup and excursions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Are your terms in writing?<\/td><td>Avoids surprises over deposits and refunds<\/td><td>Yes, full terms are published below<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>How long have you been training teachers?<\/td><td>Track record matters more than marketing<\/td><td>16+ years, 23,000+ students, 80+ countries<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-youll-study-the-200-hour-syllabus\"><strong>What you\u2019ll study: the 200-hour syllabus<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The curriculum moves from your own practice to the skills of guiding others, across nine connected subjects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Subject<\/td><td>Topics covered<\/td><td>By the end, you can\u2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/traditional-hatha-yoga-explained\/\">Hatha Yoga<\/a><\/td><td>Sun and moon salutations, standing poses, balances, hip openers, twists, backbends, inversions and arm balances<\/td><td>Practise and teach foundational postures with <strong>safe <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/master-yoga-alignment-and-adjustments\/\">alignment<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ashtanga foundations<\/td><td>The opening sequences of the Primary Series, breath-movement linking, beginner variations<\/td><td>Hold a disciplined self-practice and explain its structure<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/ashtanga-vinyasa-flow-yoga-lessons\/\">Vinyasa Flow<\/a><\/td><td>Smooth transitions, intelligent sequencing, adjusting intensity for mixed groups<\/td><td>Design and lead your own flow classes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/why-breathwork-is-essential-in-yoga\/\">Pranayama <\/a>&amp; cleansing<\/td><td>Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati and Bhramari, with Jal Neti and other Shatkarma practices<\/td><td>Practise and guide core breathing techniques with confidence<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">Meditation<\/a><\/td><td>Concentration, mindfulness, guided visualisation and silent sitting<\/td><td>Keep a steady <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">meditation <\/a>habit and introduce it to others<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/essential-yoga-philosophy-principles\/\">Yoga Philosophy<\/a><\/td><td>Patanjali\u2019s Yoga Sutras, the eight limbs, yamas and niyamas, yogic lifestyle<\/td><td>Weave yoga\u2019s ethical and spiritual roots into your teaching<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/yoga-anatomy-guide-students-teachers\/\">Anatomy <\/a>&amp; Physiology<\/td><td>Muscles, joints and movement in yoga postures, common injuries and contraindications<\/td><td>Spot risks and offer safer options for every body<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/master-yoga-alignment-and-adjustments\/\">Alignment &amp; Adjustment<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/master-yoga-alignment-and-adjustments\/\">Alignment <\/a>principles by pose family, verbal cueing, consent-based hands-on assists, props<\/td><td>Correct and support students clearly and respectfully<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Teaching Methodology &amp; Practicum<\/td><td>Class structure, voice and language, demonstrating, observing, holding space<\/td><td>Teach a complete, well-paced class to real students<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-a-training-day-looks-like\"><strong>What a training day looks like<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Classes run Monday to Saturday, with generous breaks to eat, rest and study. Sunday is yours to rest or explore the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Time<\/td><td>Activity<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6:00 am<\/td><td>Rise<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6:30 am<\/td><td>Cleansing (Jal Neti) and breathwork by the sea<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7:00 am<\/td><td>Asana practice: <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/traditional-hatha-yoga-explained\/\">Hatha <\/a>on Monday, Wednesday and Friday; Ashtanga foundations on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9:00 am<\/td><td>Breakfast<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10:00 am<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/essential-yoga-philosophy-principles\/\">Philosophy <\/a>class<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>11:00 am<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/master-yoga-alignment-and-adjustments\/\">Alignment <\/a>and adjustment workshop<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12:00 pm<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">Meditation<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1:00 pm<\/td><td>Lunch, then free time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3:00 pm<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/yoga-anatomy-guide-students-teachers\/\">Anatomy<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4:00 pm<\/td><td>Tea break<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4:30 pm<\/td><td>Teaching skills and sequencing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5:30 pm<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/ashtanga-vinyasa-flow-yoga-lessons\/\">Vinyasa Flow<\/a> (students start teaching parts of this class in Week 2)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7:30 pm<\/td><td>Dinner break (not included; the resort has its own <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">vegetarian and vegan<\/a><\/strong> restaurant)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8:30 pm<\/td><td>Satsang and <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">meditation<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Timings occasionally shift for excursions, workshops or extra teaching practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"learning-to-teach-practicum-and-assessment\"><strong>Learning to teach: practicum and assessment<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t graduate by watching. Each week you take on more responsibility for leading your fellow students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Week 1, the foundations of teaching.<\/strong>&nbsp;You learn how a class is built, how to give clear, simple cues and how to demonstrate well. You practise short sequences in pairs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Week 2, leading in the group.<\/strong>&nbsp;You write your own sequences and guide sections of the evening flow class, getting feedback on your voice, timing and clarity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Week 3, teaching the whole class.<\/strong>&nbsp;You plan and teach full classes, adapt them for different levels and start finding your own teaching style.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your final assessment combines a written exam and a practical teaching session. Full attendance and a completed practicum earn your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">200-hour certificate.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-method-behind-the-training\"><strong>The method behind the training<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"yogini-manisha-founder-e-ryt-500-yacep\"><strong>Yogini Manisha, Founder (E-RYT 500, YACEP)<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/founder-yogini-manisha.php\">Yogini Manisha<\/a><\/strong> founded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a> after more than 16 years of teaching and training teachers. She has guided over 23,000 students from more than 80 countries, and previously owned and directed Oceanic Yoga. She holds <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/teacherpublicprofile?id=003TR00001Pg7FuYAJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">E-RYT 500<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance\u2019s<\/a><\/strong> highest teaching designation, and is a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider. She has completed three <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">200-hour<\/a><\/strong> and two <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/300-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">300-hour teacher trainings<\/a><\/strong> herself, so she knows this course from the student\u2019s mat as well as the teacher\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"687\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-63-687x1024.png\" alt=\"Yogini Manisha, founder of Diksha Yoga School and experienced yoga teacher\" class=\"wp-image-3545\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-63-687x1024.png 687w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-63-201x300.png 201w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-63-768x1145.png 768w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-63.png 1027w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 687px) 100vw, 687px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Her guiding belief: <em>\u201cFlexible <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/our-teachers.php\">yoga teachers<\/a><\/strong> are easy to find. A meditative, authentic one is much harder to find.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In practice, a class in her method begins with quiet observation of the breath and ends in stillness. In between, you work on <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/master-yoga-alignment-and-adjustments\/\">alignment<\/a>, stability and the link between breath and movement, without rushing from one posture to the next. On <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/peaceful-places-in-koh-samui\/\">Koh Samui<\/a><\/strong>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a> teaching team leads the training using this approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-students-trust-diksha-yoga-school\"><strong>Why students trust Diksha Yoga School<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Check<\/td><td>Details<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance<\/a> status<\/td><td>RYS 200 &amp; RYS 300. <a href=\"https:\/\/claude.ai\/chat\/43ef8c43-d0f3-4b92-aca7-91ab47a72b5a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See our Yoga Alliance profile<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Founder<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/best-story-behind-diksha-yoga-school\/\">Yogini Manisha\u2019s<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/claude.ai\/chat\/43ef8c43-d0f3-4b92-aca7-91ab47a72b5a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> E-RYT 500 profile<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Experience<\/td><td>16+ years, 23,000+ students, 80+ countries<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Where we teach<\/td><td>Main school in <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/arambol-beach-travel-guide-for-students\/\">Arambol, Goa<\/a>, plus trainings in <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/the-complete-guide-to-sri-lanka\/\">Galle, Sri Lanka<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/peaceful-places-in-koh-samui\/\"><strong>Koh Samui, Thailand<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Group size<\/td><td>10 students maximum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Transparency<\/td><td>Prices, deposit and cancellation terms published in full<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Contact<\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=919130157393&amp;text&amp;type=phone_number&amp;app_absent=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">+91 9130157393<\/a><\/strong> \u00b7 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=918077952069&amp;text&amp;type=phone_number&amp;app_absent=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">+91 8077952069 <\/a><\/strong>\u00b7 <a href=\"mailto:contactdikshayoga@gmail.com\">contactdikshayoga@gmail.com<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-much-does-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-on-koh-samui-cost\"><strong>How much does a 200-hour yoga teacher training on Koh Samui cost?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a> the fee is \u20ac2,800 to \u20ac3,200, depending on your room. That\u2019s about \u20ac127 to \u20ac145 a night for training, a beachfront room, two meals, Wi-Fi, airport pickup and excursions combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Room type<\/td><td>Course fee<\/td><td>Per night (22 nights)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Twin shared room<\/td><td>\u20ac2,800<\/td><td>about \u20ac127<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Private room<\/td><td>\u20ac3,200<\/td><td>about \u20ac145<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"your-fee-includes\"><strong>Your fee includes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>200 hours of training at a <a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>22 nights\u2019 beachfront <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">accommodation at Health Oasis Resort<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/bang-por-beach-koh-samui-travel-guide\/\"><strong>Bang Por Beach<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">Sattvic vegetarian breakfast and lunch<\/a> every day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airport pickup from Samui International Airport (USM)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comprehensive course manual<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teaching practicum with personal feedback<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Final assessment and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">200-hour certificate<\/a>, eligible for RYT 200 registration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High-speed Wi-Fi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local excursions and experiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"not-included\"><strong>Not included<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flights to and from Thailand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dinner (available at the resort\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">vegetarian and vegan<\/a> restaurant)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thailand visa or travel authorisation fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel and medical insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal spending and local transport beyond the airport pickup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance<\/a> registration fee, paid directly to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance<\/a><\/strong> if you choose to register<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ready to book?<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/claude.ai\/chat\/43ef8c43-d0f3-4b92-aca7-91ab47a72b5a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Message us on WhatsApp<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2026-27-course-dates\"><strong>2026\u201327 course dates<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A new batch starts on the 5th of every month from November 2026 to May 2027 and finishes on the 27th. Each batch takes 10 students at most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Batch<\/td><td>Twin shared<\/td><td>Private<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5\u201327 November 2026<\/td><td>\u20ac2,800<\/td><td>\u20ac3,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5\u201327 December 2026<\/td><td>\u20ac2,800<\/td><td>\u20ac3,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5\u201327 January 2027<\/td><td>\u20ac2,800<\/td><td>\u20ac3,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5\u201327 February 2027<\/td><td>\u20ac2,800<\/td><td>\u20ac3,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5\u201327 March 2027<\/td><td>\u20ac2,800<\/td><td>\u20ac3,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5\u201327 April 2027<\/td><td>\u20ac2,800<\/td><td>\u20ac3,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5\u201327 May 2027<\/td><td>\u20ac2,800<\/td><td>\u20ac3,200<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If dry weather is your priority, choose a January to March batch. For a quieter, greener island at the same price, the November and December batches fall in the rainy season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"booking-and-terms\"><strong>Booking and terms<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A 30% deposit secures your place, and the balance is due 15 days before your start date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pick a batch from the dates above.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/claude.ai\/chat\/43ef8c43-d0f3-4b92-aca7-91ab47a72b5a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Message us on WhatsApp<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;or use our <a href=\"https:\/\/claude.ai\/chat\/43ef8c43-d0f3-4b92-aca7-91ab47a72b5a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>booking form<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;to confirm availability and your room choice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay your deposit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We send your welcome pack: arrival details, course information and a preparation guide.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Term<\/td><td>Details<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deposit<\/td><td>30% of your course fee: \u20ac840 (twin shared) or \u20ac960 (private), deducted from your total<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Balance<\/td><td>Due 15 days before the course begins<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Payment<\/td><td>Bank transfer, credit or debit card, PayPal, Wise or cash<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Changing dates<\/td><td>Switch to another available batch with at least 30 days\u2019 notice<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cancellation<\/td><td>Deposits are non-refundable. Within 30 days of the start date, bookings normally can\u2019t be changed or cancelled, but contact us in a genuine emergency and we\u2019ll review your case.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"getting-to-bang-por-beach-and-what-to-pack\"><strong>Getting to Bang Por Beach and what to pack<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Route<\/td><td>Details<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fly to Samui Airport (USM), the easiest option<\/td><td>Daily direct flights from Bangkok. The resort is about 16 km away, roughly 30 minutes by road. <strong>Pickup included.<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ferry to Nathon Pier<\/td><td>Ferries from Don Sak on the mainland arrive at Nathon, about 10 km from the resort<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fly to Surat Thani (URT), the budget option<\/td><td>Cheaper flights to the mainland, then a combined bus and ferry, about 3 to 4 hours in total<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Send us your flight details in advance and we\u2019ll arrange your pickup from Samui Airport. Travel times vary with traffic, weather and ferry schedules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Entry rules:<\/strong>&nbsp;many nationalities can enter Thailand without a visa for short stays, but the rules have changed several times recently. Check the official Thai e-Visa site, thaievisa.go.th, and complete any required digital arrival card before you fly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Food:<\/strong>&nbsp;breakfast and lunch are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">sattvic vegetarian<\/a>, and the resort\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">vegetarian and vegan<\/a> restaurant is on site for dinner. Let us know about allergies in advance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Essentials:<\/strong>&nbsp;shops, caf\u00e9s, beachfront restaurants, pharmacies and ATMs are available around <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/bang-por-beach-koh-samui-travel-guide\/\">Bang Por<\/a>, Maenam and Nathon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"packing-list\"><strong>Packing list<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Breathable yoga clothes for two sessions a day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light clothes for hot, humid weather, plus a rain jacket for October to December batches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clothing that covers shoulders and knees for temple visits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notebook and pen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refillable water bottle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and insect repellent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal medication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copies of your passport and insurance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Getting ready?<\/strong>&nbsp;Try our <a href=\"https:\/\/claude.ai\/chat\/43ef8c43-d0f3-4b92-aca7-91ab47a72b5a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>6-week preparation plan for yoga teacher training<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"100-200-or-300-hours-which-course-should-you-take\"><strong>100, 200 or 300 hours: which course should you take?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your goal is to teach, start with 200 hours. It\u2019s the only option that leads to RYT 200 registration by itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td>100 Hour<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">200 Hour<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/300-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">300 Hour<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Length<\/td><td>11 days<\/td><td>23 days<\/td><td>28 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best for<\/td><td>Exploring teacher training or deepening practice<\/td><td>Becoming a teacher<\/td><td>Teachers who already hold a 200-hour certificate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance<\/a><\/td><td>Not sufficient for RYT 200<\/td><td>Leads to RYT 200<\/td><td>Leads to RYT 500 (with a 200-hour certificate)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Teaching depth<\/td><td>Basics and supervised practice<\/td><td>Complete methodology, full classes<\/td><td>Advanced sequencing, assists and cueing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Learn more<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/claude.ai\/chat\/43ef8c43-d0f3-4b92-aca7-91ab47a72b5a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">100-hour YTT Thailand<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/claude.ai\/chat\/43ef8c43-d0f3-4b92-aca7-91ab47a72b5a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">200-hour YTT Thailand<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/claude.ai\/chat\/43ef8c43-d0f3-4b92-aca7-91ab47a72b5a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">300-hour YTT Thailand<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-our-koh-samui-graduates-say\"><strong>What our Koh Samui graduates say<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kyle Raisbeck<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I came to the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a><\/strong> to better understand what I thought yoga was. I learned how small my understanding was. They gave me the tools to improve my practice whenever I go. They will also support me in the future.<br>I don\u2019t know if I will take a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/300-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">300 hour course<\/a><\/strong> but if I do it will be with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Natalia Nonnenmann<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An unforgettable experience \u2013 highly recommended!<br>I completed my <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/100-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">100-hour Yoga Teacher Training<\/a><\/strong> here as a complete beginner, and I couldn&#8217;t be happier with my decision!<br>From day one, I felt so welcomed. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/our-teachers.php\">teachers <\/a><\/strong>are highly knowledgeable and competent\u2014this is the place where you learn true, authentic yoga! Everything was taught at my own pace, allowing me to learn and absorb so much.<br>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">accommodation <\/a><\/strong>is absolutely beautiful and very clean. A huge highlight was the food it was delicious and 100% vegetarian!<br>I would whole-heartedly recommend coming here to anyone looking for a meaningful yoga journey on Koh Samui. Thank you for everything \u2764\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"486\" src=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-64-1024x486.png\" alt=\"Morning yoga practice by the beach during yoga teacher training in Thailand\" class=\"wp-image-3546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-64-1024x486.png 1024w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-64-300x142.png 300w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-64-768x364.png 768w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-64-1536x729.png 1536w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-64-1140x541.png 1140w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-64.png 1821w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><strong>Frequently asked questions<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can I really become a yoga teacher in 23 days on Koh Samui?<\/strong><br>Yes. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">200-hour training<\/a> at a <a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School<\/strong><\/a> qualifies you to apply for RYT 200, the standard entry-level teaching credential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is Diksha Yoga School Yoga Alliance registered?<\/strong><br>Yes. We hold RYS 200 and RYS 300 status, and you can check our listing in the Yoga Alliance directory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Which meals are included?<\/strong><br>A <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">sattvic vegetarian breakfast and lunch<\/a><\/strong> every day. For dinner, the resort\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">vegetarian and vegan<\/a> restaurant is on site, or you can try the beachfront restaurants nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When is the best time of year to train on Koh Samui?<\/strong><br>January to March has the driest, calmest weather. October to December is the rainy season, but the island is greener and quieter then, and showers often pass quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Will I have time to explore the island?<\/strong><br>Yes. There\u2019s a long midday break every day, and Sundays are free for the beach, the Big Buddha, Fisherman\u2019s Village or the Na Muang waterfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I\u2019m not flexible. Can I still join?<\/strong><br>Absolutely. Flexibility is a result of practice, not a requirement for it. You\u2019ll also learn how to teach students with all kinds of bodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is Koh Samui suitable for solo travellers?<\/strong><br>Yes. It\u2019s a well-established, easygoing destination, and you live and train with your group at the resort throughout the course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can I practise during my period or with an injury?<\/strong><br>Yes. Your teachers will offer alternatives for menstruation, injuries and tired days. Please share any health conditions before booking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can I stay in Thailand after the course?<\/strong><br>Many students travel on afterwards, and Koh Phangan, the island you see from <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/bang-por-beach-koh-samui-travel-guide\/\">Bang Por Beach<\/a>, is a short ferry ride away. Just check how long your entry permission allows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How do I reserve a place?<\/strong><br>Choose your batch, message us on WhatsApp or use the booking form, and pay the 30% deposit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"begin-your-teaching-journey-on-koh-samui\"><strong>Begin your teaching journey on Koh Samui<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Give yourself 23 days on <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/bang-por-beach-koh-samui-travel-guide\/\">Bang Por Beach<\/a> to deepen your practice, study yoga\u2019s roots and teach your first full classes, in a group of no more than 10. You\u2019ll leave Koh Samui with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\">200-hour certificate<\/a> from a <a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance registered school<\/a>, and the confidence to start sharing yoga with others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/claude.ai\/chat\/43ef8c43-d0f3-4b92-aca7-91ab47a72b5a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Reserve your place on WhatsApp<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;\u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/claude.ai\/chat\/43ef8c43-d0f3-4b92-aca7-91ab47a72b5a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>See dates and fees<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Questions?<\/strong>&nbsp;Email <a href=\"mailto:contactdikshayoga@gmail.com\"><u>contactdikshayoga@gmail.com<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;or call <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=919130157393&amp;text&amp;type=phone_number&amp;app_absent=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">+91 9130157393<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"about-the-author\"><strong>About the author<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/founder-yogini-manisha.php\">Yogini Manisha<\/a><\/strong> is the founder of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a><\/strong>, an <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/teacherpublicprofile?id=003TR00001Pg7FuYAJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">E-RYT 500 <\/a><\/strong>teacher and <a href=\"https:\/\/app.yogaalliance.org\/schoolpublicprofile?id=001TR00000o45NpYAI&amp;sid=001TR00000CQwmfYAD&amp;name=Diksha-Yoga-School\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance<\/a> Continuing Education Provider (YACEP). She has taught yoga for more than 16 years and trained students from over 80 countries in India, Sri Lanka and Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Last updated: 17 October 202<\/em>26<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can How to Become Yoga Teacher in Koh Samui 23 days? The short answer Yes. The 200-hour yoga teacher training is the internationally recognised starting point for teaching yoga, and at a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School you can complete it on Koh Samui in just over three weeks. Diksha Yoga School runs its Thailand training at Health Oasis Resort, right on Bang Por Beach on the island\u2019s quiet north coast. Fees start at \u20ac2,800. Every package includes 22 nights in a beachfront room, two sattvic vegetarian meals a day, airport pickup from Samui Airport and local excursions. Groups are capped at 10 students, so you get personal feedback every day. When you finish, you receive a 200-hour certificate that lets you register with Yoga Alliance as an RYT 200. Below you\u2019ll find the full cost, what a training day looks like, the syllabus, how to compare schools on the island and what comes after graduation. Next training: 5\u201327 November 2026.&nbsp; Reserve your place on WhatsApp&nbsp;or view the 200-hour YTT Koh Samui course page. At a glance &nbsp; Details Course 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Hatha, Vinyasa Flow and Ashtanga foundations Length 23 days, 22 nights Location Health Oasis Resort, Bang Por Beach, Koh Samui, Thailand Fee Twin shared \u20ac2,800 \u00b7 Private \u20ac3,200 Group size 10 students maximum Included Beachfront accommodation, breakfast and lunch daily, airport pickup from USM, course manual, Wi-Fi, local excursions, certificate Suitable for Beginners and intermediate practitioners; no teaching experience required Language English Certificate 200-hour certificate from a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School (RYS 200), eligible for RYT 200 registration Founder Yogini Manisha (E-RYT 500, YACEP) To book 30% deposit What does RYT 200 mean, and how do you get it? RYT 200 stands for Registered Yoga Teacher, 200-hour level. Yoga Alliance awards it to graduates of a 200-hour programme at a Registered Yoga School (RYS 200). Most studios, retreats and online platforms around the world use it as their baseline hiring requirement. The route from student to registered teacher looks like this: Registering with Yoga Alliance is optional, and some countries and employers set their own rules. It remains the credential most widely recognised by the yoga industry. Why train in Thailand, and why Bang Por Beach? Thailand is a Buddhist country where meditation is woven into everyday life. Saffron-robed monks collect morning alms, and temples sit on almost every road. That makes it a natural place to study the quieter, inner side of yoga alongside the physical practice. Koh Samui is Thailand\u2019s second-largest island, in the calm Gulf of Thailand, with direct daily flights from Bangkok. Most visitors head to the busy east-coast resort towns. Bang Por, on the north coast, is one of the island\u2019s calmest beaches, known for its sunsets and views across the water to Koh Phangan. When to go Koh Samui\u2019s weather follows its own pattern, unlike mainland Thailand. Months What to expect January \u2013 March Dry and sunny with calm seas: the most popular time for training April \u2013 June The hottest months, mostly sunny with occasional showers July \u2013 September Warm and mostly sunny, with short tropical showers; Samui stays drier than much of Thailand October \u2013 December The rainy season, wettest in November. The island is green, quiet and cooler, and showers often pass quickly. Who is this course for? There\u2019s no entry test. You don\u2019t need advanced poses, teaching experience or perfect flexibility, only genuine curiosity and the commitment to a full-time three-week programme. Students who join us include: Please tell us about any injury or health condition before booking. We\u2019ll advise you honestly and adjust your practice where needed. Want a shorter course?&nbsp;See our 100-hour yoga teacher training in Thailand, or focus on the breath with our 50-hour breathwork and pranayama teacher training. Neither qualifies you for RYT 200 on its own. Choosing a 200-hour yoga teacher training on Koh Samui: 7 questions to ask Koh Samui has many teacher trainings, from luxury resorts to small shalas. Ask every school these seven questions before you send money, including us. Question Why ask it Our answer Are you a Yoga Alliance RYS 200? Graduates of unregistered schools cannot register as RYT 200 Yes: RYS 200 and RYS 300 Who designed and oversees the course? Experienced leadership shapes the quality of teaching Founder Yogini Manisha, E-RYT 500 and YACEP How many students per batch? In large groups, feedback on your teaching gets thin Never more than 10 Will I teach real classes? Watching others teach doesn\u2019t build confidence You teach from Week 2, with one-to-one fe edback What does the price cover? Accommodation and food on Samui can add up quickly Beachfront room, breakfast and lunch, Wi-Fi, airport pickup and excursions Are your terms in writing? Avoids surprises over deposits and refunds Yes, full terms are published below How long have you been training teachers? Track record matters more than marketing 16+ years, 23,000+ students, 80+ countries What you\u2019ll study: the 200-hour syllabus The curriculum moves from your own practice to the skills of guiding others, across nine connected subjects. Subject Topics covered By the end, you can\u2026 Hatha Yoga Sun and moon salutations, standing poses, balances, hip openers, twists, backbends, inversions and arm balances Practise and teach foundational postures with safe alignment Ashtanga foundations The opening sequences of the Primary Series, breath-movement linking, beginner variations Hold a disciplined self-practice and explain its structure Vinyasa Flow Smooth transitions, intelligent sequencing, adjusting intensity for mixed groups Design and lead your own flow classes Pranayama &amp; cleansing Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati and Bhramari, with Jal Neti and other Shatkarma practices Practise and guide core breathing techniques with confidence Meditation Concentration, mindfulness, guided visualisation and silent sitting Keep a steady meditation habit and introduce it to others Yoga Philosophy Patanjali\u2019s Yoga Sutras, the eight limbs, yamas and niyamas, yogic lifestyle Weave yoga\u2019s ethical and spiritual roots into your teaching Anatomy &amp; Physiology Muscles, joints and movement in yoga postures, common injuries and contraindications Spot risks and offer safer options for every body Alignment &amp; Adjustment Alignment principles by pose family, verbal cueing, consent-based hands-on assists, props Correct and support students clearly and respectfully Teaching Methodology &amp; Practicum Class structure, voice and language, demonstrating, observing, holding space Teach a complete, well-paced class to real students What a training day looks like Classes run Monday to Saturday, with generous breaks to eat, rest and study. Sunday is yours to rest or explore the island. Time Activity 6:00 am Rise 6:30 am Cleansing (Jal Neti) and breathwork by the sea 7:00 am Asana practice: Hatha on Monday, Wednesday and Friday; Ashtanga foundations on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 9:00 am Breakfast 10:00 am Philosophy class 11:00 am Alignment and adjustment workshop 12:00 pm Meditation 1:00 pm Lunch, then free time 3:00 pm Anatomy 4:00 pm Tea break 4:30 pm Teaching skills and sequencing 5:30 pm Vinyasa Flow (students start teaching parts of this class in Week 2) 7:30 pm Dinner break (not included; the resort has its own vegetarian and vegan restaurant) 8:30 pm Satsang and meditation Timings occasionally shift for excursions, workshops or extra teaching practice. Learning to teach: practicum and assessment You don\u2019t graduate by watching. Each week you take on more responsibility for leading your fellow students. Your final assessment combines a written exam and a practical teaching session. Full attendance and a completed practicum earn your 200-hour certificate. The method behind the training Yogini Manisha, Founder (E-RYT 500, YACEP) Yogini Manisha founded Diksha Yoga School after more than 16 years of teaching and training teachers. She has guided over 23,000 students from more than 80 countries, and previously owned and directed Oceanic Yoga. She holds E-RYT 500, Yoga Alliance\u2019s highest teaching designation, and is a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider. She has completed three 200-hour and two 300-hour teacher trainings herself, so she knows this course from the student\u2019s mat as well as the teacher\u2019s. Her guiding belief: \u201cFlexible yoga teachers are easy to find. A meditative, authentic one is much harder to find.\u201d In practice, a class in her method begins with quiet observation of the breath and ends in stillness. In between, you work on alignment, stability and the link between breath and movement, without rushing from one posture to the next. On Koh Samui, the Diksha Yoga School teaching team leads the training using this approach. Why students trust Diksha Yoga School Check Details Yoga Alliance status RYS 200 &amp; RYS 300. See our Yoga Alliance profile Founder Yogini Manisha\u2019s E-RYT 500 profile Experience 16+ years, 23,000+ students, 80+ countries Where we teach Main school in Arambol, Goa, plus trainings in Galle, Sri Lanka and Koh Samui, Thailand Group size 10 students maximum Transparency Prices, deposit and cancellation terms published in full Contact +91 9130157393 \u00b7 +91 8077952069 \u00b7 contactdikshayoga@gmail.com How much does a 200-hour yoga teacher training on Koh Samui cost? At Diksha Yoga School the fee is \u20ac2,800 to \u20ac3,200, depending on your room. That\u2019s about \u20ac127 to \u20ac145 a night for training, a beachfront room, two meals, Wi-Fi, airport pickup and excursions combined. Room type Course fee Per night (22 nights) Twin shared room \u20ac2,800 about \u20ac127 Private room \u20ac3,200 about \u20ac145 Your fee includes Not included Ready to book?&nbsp;Message us on WhatsApp 2026\u201327 course dates A new batch starts on the 5th of every month from November 2026 to May 2027 and finishes on the 27th. Each batch takes 10 students at most. Batch Twin shared Private 5\u201327 November 2026 \u20ac2,800 \u20ac3,200 5\u201327 December 2026 \u20ac2,800 \u20ac3,200 5\u201327 January 2027 \u20ac2,800 \u20ac3,200 5\u201327 February 2027 \u20ac2,800 \u20ac3,200 5\u201327 March 2027 \u20ac2,800 \u20ac3,200 5\u201327 April 2027 \u20ac2,800 \u20ac3,200 5\u201327 May 2027 \u20ac2,800 \u20ac3,200 If dry weather is your priority, choose a January to March batch. For a quieter, greener island at the same price, the November and December batches fall in the rainy season. Booking and terms A 30% deposit secures your place, and the balance is due 15 days before your start date. Term Details Deposit 30% of your course fee: \u20ac840 (twin shared) or \u20ac960 (private), deducted from your total Balance Due 15 days before the course begins Payment Bank transfer, credit or debit card, PayPal, Wise or cash Changing dates Switch to another available batch with at least 30 days\u2019 notice Cancellation Deposits are non-refundable. Within 30 days of the start date, bookings normally can\u2019t be changed or cancelled, but contact us in a genuine emergency and we\u2019ll review your case. Getting to Bang Por Beach and what to pack Route Details Fly to Samui Airport (USM), the easiest option Daily direct flights from Bangkok. The resort is about 16 km away, roughly 30 minutes by road. Pickup included. Ferry to Nathon Pier Ferries from Don Sak on the mainland arrive at Nathon, about 10 km from the resort Fly to Surat Thani (URT), the budget option Cheaper flights to the mainland, then a combined bus and ferry, about 3 to 4 hours in total Send us your flight details in advance and we\u2019ll arrange your pickup from Samui Airport. Travel times vary with traffic, weather and ferry schedules. Packing list Getting ready?&nbsp;Try our 6-week preparation plan for yoga teacher training. 100, 200 or 300 hours: which course should you take? If your goal is to teach, start with 200 hours. It\u2019s the only option that leads to RYT 200 registration by itself. &nbsp; 100 Hour 200 Hour 300 Hour Length 11 days 23 days 28 days Best for Exploring teacher training or deepening practice Becoming a teacher Teachers who already hold a 200-hour certificate Yoga Alliance Not sufficient for RYT 200 Leads to RYT 200 Leads to RYT 500 (with a 200-hour certificate) Teaching depth Basics and supervised practice Complete methodology, full classes Advanced sequencing, assists and cueing Learn more 100-hour YTT Thailand 200-hour YTT Thailand 300-hour YTT Thailand What our Koh Samui graduates say Kyle Raisbeck I came to the Diksha Yoga School to better understand what I thought yoga was. I learned how small my understanding was. They gave me the tools to improve my practice whenever I go. They will also support me in the future.I don\u2019t know if I will take a 300 hour course but if I do it will be with Diksha Yoga. Natalia Nonnenmann An unforgettable experience \u2013 highly recommended!I completed my 100-hour Yoga Teacher Training here as a complete beginner, and I couldn&#8217;t be happier with my decision!From day one, I felt so welcomed. The teachers are highly knowledgeable and competent\u2014this is the place where you learn true, authentic yoga! Everything was taught at my own pace, allowing me to learn and absorb so much.The accommodation is absolutely beautiful and very clean. A huge highlight was the food it was delicious and 100% vegetarian!I would whole-heartedly recommend coming here to anyone looking for a meaningful yoga journey on Koh Samui. Thank you for everything \u2764\ufe0f Frequently asked questions Can I really become a yoga teacher in 23 days on Koh Samui?Yes. A 200-hour training at a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School qualifies you to apply for RYT 200, the standard entry-level teaching credential. Is Diksha Yoga School Yoga Alliance registered?Yes. We hold RYS 200 and RYS 300 status, and you can check our listing in the Yoga Alliance directory. Which meals are included?A sattvic vegetarian breakfast and lunch every day. For dinner, the resort\u2019s vegetarian and vegan restaurant is on site, or you can try the beachfront restaurants nearby. When is the best time of year to train on Koh Samui?January to March has the driest, calmest weather. October to December is the rainy season, but the island is greener and quieter then, and showers often pass quickly. Will I have time to explore the island?Yes. There\u2019s a long midday break every day, and Sundays are free for the beach, the Big Buddha, Fisherman\u2019s Village or the Na Muang waterfalls. I\u2019m not flexible. Can I still join?Absolutely. Flexibility is a result of practice, not a requirement for it. You\u2019ll also learn how to teach students with all kinds of bodies. Is Koh Samui suitable for solo travellers?Yes. It\u2019s a well-established, easygoing destination, and you live and train with your group at the resort throughout the course. Can I practise during my period or with an injury?Yes. Your teachers will offer alternatives for menstruation, injuries and tired days. Please share any health conditions before booking. Can I stay in Thailand after the course?Many students travel on afterwards, and Koh Phangan, the island you see from Bang Por Beach, is a short ferry ride away. Just check how long your entry permission allows. How do I reserve a place?Choose your batch, message us on WhatsApp or use the booking form, and pay the 30% deposit. Begin your teaching journey on Koh Samui Give yourself 23 days on Bang Por Beach to deepen your practice, study yoga\u2019s roots and teach your first full classes, in a group of no more than 10. You\u2019ll leave Koh Samui with a 200-hour certificate from a Yoga Alliance registered school, and the confidence to start sharing yoga with others. Reserve your place on WhatsApp&nbsp;\u00b7 See dates and fees Questions?&nbsp;Email contactdikshayoga@gmail.com&nbsp;or call +91 9130157393 About the author Yogini Manisha is the founder of Diksha Yoga School, an E-RYT 500 teacher and Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP). She has taught yoga for more than 16 years and trained students from over 80 countries in India, Sri Lanka and Thailand. 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