{"id":3736,"date":"2026-10-26T08:37:49","date_gmt":"2026-10-26T08:37:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/?p=3736"},"modified":"2026-10-26T08:37:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T08:37:50","slug":"christmas-new-year-yoga-retreat-in-koh-samui","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/christmas-new-year-yoga-retreat-in-koh-samui\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas &#038; New Year Yoga Retreat in Koh Samui 2026\u201327: Dates, Packages and What&#8217;s Included"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"explore-our-50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-teacher-training\">Celebrate Christmas and New Year at Health Oasis Resort, Koh Samui<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>That is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\"><strong>Diksha Yoga School&#8217;s<\/strong><\/a> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/best-time-for-yoga-teacher-training\/\">Christmas &amp; New Year Yoga Retreat in Koh Samui<\/a><\/strong>: a seven-day residential immersion in breathwork, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/why-breathwork-is-essential-in-yoga\/\">pranayama <\/a>and meditation at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthoasisresort.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Health Oasis Resort<\/strong><\/a>, a quiet seaside resort on <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/bang-por-beach-koh-samui-travel-guide\/\"><strong>Bang Por Beach<\/strong><\/a> in Maenam. Each retreat is also a full <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-ttc-in-koh-samui\/\"><strong>50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training<\/strong><\/a>, so you&#8217;ll fly home with a certificate as well as a renewed sense of calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose the festive package that suits you: become a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/our-teachers.php\">certified yoga teacher<\/a><\/strong> on our <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/how-to-become-yoga-teacher-in-koh-samui\/\"><strong>23-day 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training<\/strong><\/a> (5\u201327 December 2026 or 5\u201327 January 2027), or join one of seven <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/schedule-fees.php\"><strong>7-day yoga and breathwork retreats<\/strong><\/a> between 5 December 2026 and 29 January 2027, including a <strong>Christmas retreat (23\u201329 December)<\/strong> and a <strong>New Year retreat (29 December \u2013 4 January)<\/strong>. Groups are small and these are the busiest travel weeks of the year, so places are limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ready to reserve?<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/919130157393?text=Hi%2C%20I%27d%20like%20to%20book%20the%20Christmas%20%2F%20New%20Year%20Retreat%20in%20Koh%20Samui\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Message us on WhatsApp<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;to check availability for your preferred retreat.<\/p>\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=\"#explore-our-50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-teacher-training\">Celebrate Christmas and New Year at Health Oasis Resort, Koh Samui<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#festive-season-2026-27-dates-packages\">Festive Season 2026\u201327 Dates &amp; Packages<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#package-1-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-23-days\">Package 1: 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training (23 Days)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#package-2-7-day-yoga-breathwork-retreats\">Package 2: 7-Day Yoga &amp; Breathwork Retreats<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#which-dates-are-right-for-you\">Which dates are right for you?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#whats-included-in-your-festive-retreat\">What&#8217;s Included in Your Festive Retreat<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#your-festive-retreat-week\">Your Festive Retreat Week<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#your-7-day-journey\">Your 7-Day Journey<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#why-spend-the-holidays-in-koh-samui\">Why Spend the Holidays in Koh Samui?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#your-venue-health-oasis-resort-maenam\">Your Venue: Health Oasis Resort, Maenam<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-book-your-christmas-or-new-year-retreat\">How to Book Your Christmas or New Year Retreat<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#holiday-travel-checklist\">Holiday Travel Checklist<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#your-teacher-certificate\">Your Teacher &amp; Certificate<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#christmas-new-year-retreat-fa-qs\">Christmas &amp; New Year Retreat FAQs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#give-yourself-the-gift-of-breath-this-holiday-season\">Give Yourself the Gift of Breath This Holiday Season<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"592\" src=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-138-1024x592.png\" alt=\"50 Hour Breathwork and Pranayama Teacher Training at Diksha Yoga School in Koh Samui, Thailand\" class=\"wp-image-3757\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-138-1024x592.png 1024w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-138-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-138-768x444.png 768w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-138-1536x888.png 1536w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-138-1140x659.png 1140w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-138.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"festive-season-2026-27-dates-packages\"><strong>Festive Season 2026\u201327 Dates &amp; Packages<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"package-1-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-23-days\"><strong>Package 1: 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training (23 Days)<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spend the whole festive season on Koh Samui and leave as a qualified yoga teacher. Our residential <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-in-thailand.php\"><u>200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Koh Samui<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;takes just 10 students per batch and leads to a certificate from a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School, eligible for RYT 200 registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>200 Hour YTT dates<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Private room<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Twin shared room<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf84&nbsp;<strong>5 \u2013 27 December 2026<\/strong>&nbsp;(Christmas on Koh Samui)<\/td><td>\u20ac2,700<\/td><td>\u20ac2,300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf1e&nbsp;<strong>5 \u2013 27 January 2027<\/strong>&nbsp;(New Year start)<\/td><td>\u20ac2,700<\/td><td>\u20ac2,300<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Included:<\/strong> 22 nights&#8217; beachfront <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\"><strong>accommodation<\/strong><\/a>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">sattvic vegetarian breakfast and lunch<\/a><\/strong> daily, airport pickup from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samuiairport.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Koh Samui Airport (USM)<\/a>, course manual, teaching practicum, assessment and certification, local excursions and Wi-Fi. Study <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/traditional-hatha-yoga-explained\/\">Hatha<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/ashtanga-vinyasa-flow-yoga-lessons\/\">Vinyasa<\/a>, Ashtanga foundations, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-ttc-in-koh-samui\/\">pranayama<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">meditation<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/essential-yoga-philosophy-principles\/\">philosophy<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/yoga-anatomy-guide-students-teachers\/\">anatomy <\/a>and teaching methodology. Reserve with a 30% deposit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/919130157393?text=Hi%2C%20I%27d%20like%20to%20book%20the%20200%20Hour%20Yoga%20Teacher%20Training%20in%20Koh%20Samui%20(December%20or%20January)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><u><strong>Reserve the 200 Hour YTT on WhatsApp<\/strong><\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"package-2-7-day-yoga-breathwork-retreats\"><strong>Package 2: 7-Day Yoga &amp; Breathwork Retreats<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Short on time? Join a 7-day retreat with the full 50-hour breathwork and <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/why-breathwork-is-essential-in-yoga\/\">pranayama <\/a>training included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Retreat<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Dates<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Private room<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Twin shared room<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf34&nbsp;Early December Retreat<\/td><td>5 \u2013 11 December 2026<\/td><td>\u20ac1,400<\/td><td>\u20ac1,100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf34&nbsp;Mid-December Retreat<\/td><td>14 \u2013 20 December 2026<\/td><td>\u20ac1,400<\/td><td>\u20ac1,100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf84&nbsp;<strong>Christmas Retreat<\/strong><\/td><td>23 \u2013 29 December 2026<\/td><td>\u20ac1,400<\/td><td>\u20ac1,100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2728&nbsp;<strong>New Year Retreat<\/strong><\/td><td>29 December 2026 \u2013 4 January 2027<\/td><td>\u20ac1,500<\/td><td>\u20ac1,300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf1e&nbsp;New Beginnings Retreat<\/td><td>5 \u2013 11 January 2027<\/td><td>\u20ac1,400<\/td><td>\u20ac1,100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf1e&nbsp;Mid-January Retreat<\/td><td>14 \u2013 20 January 2027<\/td><td>\u20ac1,400<\/td><td>\u20ac1,100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf1e&nbsp;Late January Retreat<\/td><td>23 \u2013 29 January 2027<\/td><td>\u20ac1,400<\/td><td>\u20ac1,100<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which-dates-are-right-for-you\"><strong>Which dates are right for you?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Early and mid-December:<\/strong> beat the holiday rush, enjoy quieter flights and be home in time for Christmas. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourismthailand.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official Tourism Authority of Thailand website<\/a> for travel information before your trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Christmas Retreat (23\u201329 Dec):<\/strong> spend Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in a calm, nurturing setting by the sea. Explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-ttc-in-koh-samui\/\">50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training in Koh Samui<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>New Year Retreat (29 Dec \u2013 4 Jan):<\/strong> close 2026 and open 2027 with breath, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">meditation <\/a>and reflection. Discover more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a> and our yoga training programmes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>January retreats:<\/strong> start the year with a fresh intention, as the island enters its driest, sunniest months. Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourismthailand.org\/Destinations\/Provinces\/Surat-Thani\/354\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Koh Samui travel information<\/a> to help plan your visit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Twin shared room:<\/strong> ideal for friends, couples or sociable solo travellers, and \u20ac300 less per person on every batch except New Year (\u20ac200 less). Contact <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a> to confirm room options, pricing and availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>More dates follow on the 5th, 14th and 23rd of every month through May 2027. See the full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-teacher-training-thailand.php\"><u>50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training in Thailand<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;page for every date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"747\" src=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-136-1024x747.png\" alt=\"Students Practicing Guided Pranayama During Breathwork Teacher Training in Koh Samui\" class=\"wp-image-3755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-136-1024x747.png 1024w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-136-300x219.png 300w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-136-768x560.png 768w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-136-1536x1120.png 1536w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-136-1140x831.png 1140w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-136.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-included-in-your-festive-retreat\"><strong>What&#8217;s Included in Your Festive Retreat<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Your stay<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Your training<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A private or twin shared room at <a href=\"https:\/\/healthoasisresort.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Health Oasis Resort, Koh Samui<\/a><\/td><td>50 hours of guided training over 7 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sattvic vegetarian breakfast and lunch every day<\/td><td>Daily traditional <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/why-breathwork-is-essential-in-yoga\/\">pranayama <\/a>sessions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/how-to-get-to-koh-samui-from-bangkok\/\">Airport pickup from Koh Samui Airport (USM)<\/a><\/td><td>Conscious breathwork sessions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A quiet beachfront setting on <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/bang-por-beach-koh-samui-travel-guide\/\">Bang Por Beach, Maenam<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">Meditation <\/a>practices and <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/essential-yoga-philosophy-principles\/\">yogic philosophy<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A welcome and closing experience with your group<\/td><td>Breath <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/yoga-anatomy-guide-students-teachers\/\">anatomy <\/a>and physiology<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A small, supportive international group<\/td><td>Teaching methodology and practical teaching sessions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td>Training manual<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-teacher-training-thailand.php\">50-Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Training Certificate<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Not included: dinner, flights, visas and travel insurance. Caf\u00e9s and beachfront restaurants close to the resort make dinner easy, and the resort has its own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">vegetarian and vegan restaurant<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"your-festive-retreat-week\"><strong>Your Festive Retreat Week<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each day blends practice, learning and rest, so the week feels restorative as well as rewarding. Explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-ttc-in-koh-samui\/\">50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training in Koh Samui<\/a> to learn more about the programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A Day on Retreat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Morning breath practice:<\/strong> start the day with pranayama, <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">meditation <\/a>and calm, focused awareness. Discover our <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-ttc-in-koh-samui\/\">breathwork and pranayama training<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Interactive theory:<\/strong> the principles, traditions and science behind each practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practical sessions:<\/strong> guided breathwork, so you experience every technique yourself.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Teaching practice:<\/strong> learn to explain, demonstrate and guide practices with confidence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free time:<\/strong> rest by the sea, swim, or explore Maenam&#8217;s beach and village. For destination information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourismthailand.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official Tourism Authority of Thailand website<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"your-7-day-journey\"><strong>Your 7-Day Journey<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Day<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Theme<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 1<\/td><td><strong>Foundations of breath:<\/strong>&nbsp;natural breath awareness and diaphragmatic breathing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 2<\/td><td><strong>Breath <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/yoga-anatomy-guide-students-teachers\/\">anatomy<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;how breathing works and its link with the nervous system<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 3<\/td><td><strong>Traditional <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/why-breathwork-is-essential-in-yoga\/\">pranayama<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Nadi Shodhana, Ujjayi, Bhramari, Kapalabhati, Bhastrika, Sheetali, Sheetkari, Surya Bhedana and Chandra Bhedana<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 4<\/td><td><strong>Conscious breathwork:<\/strong>&nbsp;relaxation, grounding and energising practices<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 5<\/td><td><strong>Prana &amp; meditation:<\/strong>&nbsp;prana, concentration and breath-led <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">meditation<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 6<\/td><td><strong>Teaching methodology:<\/strong>&nbsp;structuring, explaining and guiding a session<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 7<\/td><td><strong>Integration:<\/strong>&nbsp;teaching practice, reflection and closing ceremony<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>No experience is needed. The retreat welcomes beginners, yoga practitioners, yoga teachers, meditators and wellness professionals, and every practice is introduced gradually and safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-spend-the-holidays-in-koh-samui\"><strong>Why Spend the Holidays in Koh Samui?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Warm sunshine instead of winter.<\/strong> Trade cold, dark days for palm trees, warm sea and tropical air. Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourismthailand.org\/Destinations\/Provinces\/Surat-Thani\/354\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Koh Samui travel information<\/a> to plan your festive getaway.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The island&#8217;s best season is arriving.<\/strong> Koh Samui&#8217;s rains usually ease towards the end of December, and January marks the start of its driest, sunniest months. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourismthailand.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official Tourism Authority of Thailand website<\/a> for destination information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A peaceful alternative to the party scene.<\/strong> Maenam, on the north coast, is one of the island&#8217;s calmer areas, so you can enjoy the festive spirit without the noise. Discover our <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-ttc-in-koh-samui\/\">50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training in Koh Samui<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A celebration with meaning.<\/strong> Share the season with a warm international group and mark the turning of the year with practice rather than a hangover. Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a> and its yoga training programmes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Begin 2027 with a new skill.<\/strong> Leave with a 50-hour certificate and practices you can use, and teach, every day of the new year. Explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-ttc-in-koh-samui\/\">50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training<\/a> for programme details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"747\" src=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-135-1024x747.png\" alt=\"Yoga Teacher Leading a Breathwork and Conscious Breathing Session in Thailand\" class=\"wp-image-3754\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-135-1024x747.png 1024w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-135-300x219.png 300w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-135-768x560.png 768w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-135-1536x1120.png 1536w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-135-1140x831.png 1140w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-135.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"your-venue-health-oasis-resort-maenam\"><strong>Your Venue: Health Oasis Resort, Maenam<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/healthoasisresort.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Health Oasis Resort<\/a> sits right beside the sea in the peaceful <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/bang-por-beach-koh-samui-travel-guide\/\">Bang Por Beach<\/a><\/strong> area of Maenam, away from Koh Samui&#8217;s busier resort strips. It is a quiet, tropical place to practise, reflect and reconnect with nature between sessions at <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a>. Explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-ttc-in-koh-samui\/\">50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training in Koh Samui<\/a> to learn more about the training experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong>&nbsp;26\/4 Moo 6, Maenam, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, Thailand 84330<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-book-your-christmas-or-new-year-retreat\"><strong>How to Book Your Christmas or New Year Retreat<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pick your retreat:<\/strong>&nbsp;any date from 5 December 2026 to 29 January 2027.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose your room:<\/strong>&nbsp;private or twin shared.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Message us to reserve:<\/strong>&nbsp;send your choice on <a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/919130157393\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>WhatsApp (+91 91301 57393)<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;or email <a href=\"mailto:contactdikshayoga@gmail.com\"><u>contactdikshayoga@gmail.com<\/u><\/a>, and we&#8217;ll confirm availability and next steps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Book your flights early:<\/strong>&nbsp;flights to Koh Samui fill up and rise in price over the holidays, so book as soon as your place is confirmed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"holiday-travel-checklist\"><strong>Holiday Travel Checklist<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Flights:<\/strong> fly into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samuiairport.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samui International Airport (USM)<\/a>, or fly to Surat Thani and take the ferry to the island. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourismthailand.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official Tourism Authority of Thailand website<\/a> for destination information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 <strong>Visa:<\/strong> check Thailand&#8217;s entry requirements for your nationality before you travel using the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thaievisa.go.th\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official Thai e-Visa website<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 <strong>Arrival:<\/strong> land the day before your retreat begins. Contact <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a> to confirm your arrival and airport pickup arrangements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 <strong>Travel insurance:<\/strong> arrange cover for your trip and review the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/foreign-travel-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UK government&#8217;s travel insurance guidance<\/a> for general advice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 <strong>Packing:<\/strong> light, comfortable practice clothes, swimwear, a notebook and pen, sunscreen, insect repellent, a reusable water bottle and any personal medication. Explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-ttc-in-koh-samui\/\">50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training in Koh Samui<\/a> for programme details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 <strong>Health:<\/strong> tell us in advance about any medical conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"your-teacher-certificate\"><strong>Your Teacher &amp; Certificate<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your retreat is led by <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/founder-yogini-manisha.php\"><strong>Yogini Manisha<\/strong><\/a>, founder and lead teacher of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a>, an <strong>E-RYT 500<\/strong> and <strong>YACEP<\/strong> with more than 16 years of teaching, training and mentoring experience. She has guided over 23,000 students from 80+ countries, blending traditional yogic wisdom with clear, practical teaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you complete the 50 hours, you receive a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-teacher-training-thailand.php\"> <strong>50-Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Training<\/strong><\/a><strong> Certificate<\/strong> from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School.<\/a> Diksha is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yogaalliance.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yoga Alliance Registered School<\/a> (RYS 200, 300 and 500) for its registered teacher training programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI gained a deeper understanding of <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/why-breathwork-is-essential-in-yoga\/\">Pranayama<\/a>, conscious breathing and <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/meditation-for-beginners-complete-guide\/\">meditation<\/a>, while also learning how to guide practices with greater awareness. The teaching was clear, practical and supportive, and I returned home with more confidence in my personal practice.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2014 <strong>Clara Weber, Germany<\/strong>&nbsp;(March 2026)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"christmas-new-year-retreat-fa-qs\"><strong>Christmas &amp; New Year Retreat FAQs<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When are the festive retreats in Koh Samui?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Retreats start on 5, 14 and 23 December 2026, with the New Year retreat on 29 December 2026 \u2013 4 January 2027, followed by 5, 14 and 23 January 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How much do they cost?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u20ac1,400 with a private room or \u20ac1,100 twin shared for every batch, except the New Year retreat (29 Dec \u2013 4 Jan) at \u20ac1,500 private or \u20ac1,300 twin shared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where is the retreat held?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At <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>, Maenam, Koh Samui, Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is this a holiday or a training?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both. It&#8217;s a relaxing seven-day retreat by the sea and a complete <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-teacher-training-thailand.php\">50-hour breathwork and pranayama training <\/a>with a certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do I need yoga experience?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No. Beginners are welcome, and experienced practitioners and teachers will find plenty to deepen their practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can I come with a partner or friend?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. The twin shared room is perfect for two people travelling together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Are meals and airport transfers included?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">Sattvic vegetarian breakfast and lunch<\/a><\/strong> are included every day, plus <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/how-to-get-to-koh-samui-from-bangkok\/\">airport pickup from Koh Samui Airport (USM).<\/a> Dinner is not included, but there are caf\u00e9s and restaurants nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Will I get a certificate?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. You receive a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-teacher-training-thailand.php\"><strong>50-Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Training<\/strong><\/a> Certificate from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a> on completion. It is not a separate Yoga Alliance credential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is breathwork safe for everyone?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people can practise safely with good guidance, but some techniques are not suitable during pregnancy or with conditions such as high blood pressure, heart conditions or epilepsy. Please tell us about any health concerns before booking. This retreat does not replace medical advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How do I book?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Message us on <a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/919130157393\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>WhatsApp (+91 91301 57393)<\/u><\/a>, email <a href=\"mailto:contactdikshayoga@gmail.com\"><u>contactdikshayoga@gmail.com<\/u><\/a>, or use our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/contact.php\"><u>booking form<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"592\" src=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-137-1024x592.png\" alt=\"Breathwork Meditation Session at Diksha Yoga School in Koh Samui, Thailand\" class=\"wp-image-3756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-137-1024x592.png 1024w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-137-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-137-768x444.png 768w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-137-1536x888.png 1536w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-137-1140x659.png 1140w, https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-137.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"give-yourself-the-gift-of-breath-this-holiday-season\"><strong>Give Yourself the Gift of Breath This Holiday Season<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This year, celebrate differently. Spend December, Christmas, New Year or January by the sea in Koh Samui, learning practices that will calm, energise and guide you long after the holidays end. Explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-ttc-in-koh-samui\/\">50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training in Koh Samui<\/a> and discover more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\"><strong>Diksha Yoga School.<\/strong><\/a> Groups are small and festive dates fill first, so now is the time to reserve your place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83c\udf34&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/919130157393?text=Hi%2C%20I%27d%20like%20to%20book%20a%20December%20retreat%20in%20Koh%20Samui\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><strong>Reserve a December retreat on WhatsApp<\/strong><\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;\u2014 5\u201311 or 14\u201320 December 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udf84&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/919130157393?text=Hi%2C%20I%27d%20like%20to%20book%20the%20Christmas%20Retreat%20in%20Koh%20Samui%20(23-29%20Dec%202026)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><strong>Reserve the Christmas Retreat on WhatsApp<\/strong><\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;\u2014 23\u201329 December 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2728&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/919130157393?text=Hi%2C%20I%27d%20like%20to%20book%20the%20New%20Year%20Retreat%20in%20Koh%20Samui%20(29%20Dec%202026%20-%204%20Jan%202027)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><strong>Reserve the New Year Retreat on WhatsApp<\/strong><\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;\u2014 29 December 2026 \u2013 4 January 2027<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udf1e&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/919130157393?text=Hi%2C%20I%27d%20like%20to%20book%20a%20January%20retreat%20in%20Koh%20Samui\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><strong>Reserve a January retreat on WhatsApp<\/strong><\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;\u2014 5, 14 or 23 January 2027<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Call or WhatsApp:<\/strong>&nbsp;+91 91301 57393 or +91 80779 52069<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Email:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:contactdikshayoga@gmail.com\"><u>contactdikshayoga@gmail.com<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Online:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/schedule-fees.php\">View all dates &amp; fees<\/a>&nbsp;or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/contact.php\">book with our booking form<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Looking for a different destination?<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/\">Diksha Yoga School<\/a> also runs festive breathwork trainings in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-teacher-training-srilanka.php\">Galle, Sri Lanka<\/a>&nbsp;and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/50-hour-breathwork-pranayama-teacher-training-goa.php\"><u>Arambol, Goa<\/u><\/a>. Explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dikshayogaschool.com\/food-and-accommodation.php\">food and accommodation<\/a>&nbsp;or read our <a href=\"https:\/\/dikshayogaschool.com\/blog\/bang-por-beach-koh-samui-travel-guide\/\">Bang Por Beach travel guide<\/a>&nbsp;to plan your stay.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Celebrate Christmas and New Year at Health Oasis Resort, Koh Samui That is Diksha Yoga School&#8217;s Christmas &amp; New Year Yoga Retreat in Koh Samui: a seven-day residential immersion in breathwork, pranayama and meditation at Health Oasis Resort, a quiet seaside resort on Bang Por Beach in Maenam. Each retreat is also a full 50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training, so you&#8217;ll fly home with a certificate as well as a renewed sense of calm. Choose the festive package that suits you: become a certified yoga teacher on our 23-day 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training (5\u201327 December 2026 or 5\u201327 January 2027), or join one of seven 7-day yoga and breathwork retreats between 5 December 2026 and 29 January 2027, including a Christmas retreat (23\u201329 December) and a New Year retreat (29 December \u2013 4 January). Groups are small and these are the busiest travel weeks of the year, so places are limited. Ready to reserve?&nbsp;Message us on WhatsApp&nbsp;to check availability for your preferred retreat. Festive Season 2026\u201327 Dates &amp; Packages Package 1: 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training (23 Days) Spend the whole festive season on Koh Samui and leave as a qualified yoga teacher. Our residential 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Koh Samui&nbsp;takes just 10 students per batch and leads to a certificate from a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School, eligible for RYT 200 registration. 200 Hour YTT dates Private room Twin shared room \ud83c\udf84&nbsp;5 \u2013 27 December 2026&nbsp;(Christmas on Koh Samui) \u20ac2,700 \u20ac2,300 \ud83c\udf1e&nbsp;5 \u2013 27 January 2027&nbsp;(New Year start) \u20ac2,700 \u20ac2,300 Included: 22 nights&#8217; beachfront accommodation, sattvic vegetarian breakfast and lunch daily, airport pickup from Koh Samui Airport (USM), course manual, teaching practicum, assessment and certification, local excursions and Wi-Fi. Study Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga foundations, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy and teaching methodology. Reserve with a 30% deposit. Reserve the 200 Hour YTT on WhatsApp Package 2: 7-Day Yoga &amp; Breathwork Retreats Short on time? Join a 7-day retreat with the full 50-hour breathwork and pranayama training included. Retreat Dates Private room Twin shared room \ud83c\udf34&nbsp;Early December Retreat 5 \u2013 11 December 2026 \u20ac1,400 \u20ac1,100 \ud83c\udf34&nbsp;Mid-December Retreat 14 \u2013 20 December 2026 \u20ac1,400 \u20ac1,100 \ud83c\udf84&nbsp;Christmas Retreat 23 \u2013 29 December 2026 \u20ac1,400 \u20ac1,100 \u2728&nbsp;New Year Retreat 29 December 2026 \u2013 4 January 2027 \u20ac1,500 \u20ac1,300 \ud83c\udf1e&nbsp;New Beginnings Retreat 5 \u2013 11 January 2027 \u20ac1,400 \u20ac1,100 \ud83c\udf1e&nbsp;Mid-January Retreat 14 \u2013 20 January 2027 \u20ac1,400 \u20ac1,100 \ud83c\udf1e&nbsp;Late January Retreat 23 \u2013 29 January 2027 \u20ac1,400 \u20ac1,100 Which dates are right for you? More dates follow on the 5th, 14th and 23rd of every month through May 2027. See the full 50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training in Thailand&nbsp;page for every date. What&#8217;s Included in Your Festive Retreat Your stay Your training A private or twin shared room at Health Oasis Resort, Koh Samui 50 hours of guided training over 7 days Sattvic vegetarian breakfast and lunch every day Daily traditional pranayama sessions Airport pickup from Koh Samui Airport (USM) Conscious breathwork sessions A quiet beachfront setting on Bang Por Beach, Maenam Meditation practices and yogic philosophy A welcome and closing experience with your group Breath anatomy and physiology A small, supportive international group Teaching methodology and practical teaching sessions &nbsp; Training manual &nbsp; 50-Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Training Certificate Not included: dinner, flights, visas and travel insurance. Caf\u00e9s and beachfront restaurants close to the resort make dinner easy, and the resort has its own vegetarian and vegan restaurant. Your Festive Retreat Week Each day blends practice, learning and rest, so the week feels restorative as well as rewarding. Explore our 50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training in Koh Samui to learn more about the programme. A Day on Retreat Your 7-Day Journey Day Theme Day 1 Foundations of breath:&nbsp;natural breath awareness and diaphragmatic breathing Day 2 Breath anatomy:&nbsp;how breathing works and its link with the nervous system Day 3 Traditional pranayama:&nbsp;Nadi Shodhana, Ujjayi, Bhramari, Kapalabhati, Bhastrika, Sheetali, Sheetkari, Surya Bhedana and Chandra Bhedana Day 4 Conscious breathwork:&nbsp;relaxation, grounding and energising practices Day 5 Prana &amp; meditation:&nbsp;prana, concentration and breath-led meditation Day 6 Teaching methodology:&nbsp;structuring, explaining and guiding a session Day 7 Integration:&nbsp;teaching practice, reflection and closing ceremony No experience is needed. The retreat welcomes beginners, yoga practitioners, yoga teachers, meditators and wellness professionals, and every practice is introduced gradually and safely. Why Spend the Holidays in Koh Samui? Your Venue: Health Oasis Resort, Maenam Health Oasis Resort sits right beside the sea in the peaceful Bang Por Beach area of Maenam, away from Koh Samui&#8217;s busier resort strips. It is a quiet, tropical place to practise, reflect and reconnect with nature between sessions at Diksha Yoga School. Explore our 50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training in Koh Samui to learn more about the training experience. Address:&nbsp;26\/4 Moo 6, Maenam, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, Thailand 84330 How to Book Your Christmas or New Year Retreat Holiday Travel Checklist Your Teacher &amp; Certificate Your retreat is led by Yogini Manisha, founder and lead teacher of Diksha Yoga School, an E-RYT 500 and YACEP with more than 16 years of teaching, training and mentoring experience. She has guided over 23,000 students from 80+ countries, blending traditional yogic wisdom with clear, practical teaching. When you complete the 50 hours, you receive a 50-Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Training Certificate from Diksha Yoga School. Diksha is a Yoga Alliance Registered School (RYS 200, 300 and 500) for its registered teacher training programs. \u201cI gained a deeper understanding of Pranayama, conscious breathing and meditation, while also learning how to guide practices with greater awareness. The teaching was clear, practical and supportive, and I returned home with more confidence in my personal practice.\u201d \u2014 Clara Weber, Germany&nbsp;(March 2026) Christmas &amp; New Year Retreat FAQs When are the festive retreats in Koh Samui? Retreats start on 5, 14 and 23 December 2026, with the New Year retreat on 29 December 2026 \u2013 4 January 2027, followed by 5, 14 and 23 January 2027. How much do they cost? \u20ac1,400 with a private room or \u20ac1,100 twin shared for every batch, except the New Year retreat (29 Dec \u2013 4 Jan) at \u20ac1,500 private or \u20ac1,300 twin shared. Where is the retreat held? At Health Oasis Resort, Bang Por Beach, Maenam, Koh Samui, Thailand. Is this a holiday or a training? Both. It&#8217;s a relaxing seven-day retreat by the sea and a complete 50-hour breathwork and pranayama training with a certificate. Do I need yoga experience? No. Beginners are welcome, and experienced practitioners and teachers will find plenty to deepen their practice. Can I come with a partner or friend? Yes. The twin shared room is perfect for two people travelling together. Are meals and airport transfers included? Yes. Sattvic vegetarian breakfast and lunch are included every day, plus airport pickup from Koh Samui Airport (USM). Dinner is not included, but there are caf\u00e9s and restaurants nearby. Will I get a certificate? Yes. You receive a 50-Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Training Certificate from Diksha Yoga School on completion. It is not a separate Yoga Alliance credential. Is breathwork safe for everyone? Most people can practise safely with good guidance, but some techniques are not suitable during pregnancy or with conditions such as high blood pressure, heart conditions or epilepsy. Please tell us about any health concerns before booking. This retreat does not replace medical advice. How do I book? Message us on WhatsApp (+91 91301 57393), email contactdikshayoga@gmail.com, or use our booking form. Give Yourself the Gift of Breath This Holiday Season This year, celebrate differently. Spend December, Christmas, New Year or January by the sea in Koh Samui, learning practices that will calm, energise and guide you long after the holidays end. Explore our 50 Hour Breathwork &amp; Pranayama Teacher Training in Koh Samui and discover more about Diksha Yoga School. Groups are small and festive dates fill first, so now is the time to reserve your place. Looking for a different destination?&nbsp;Diksha Yoga School also runs festive breathwork trainings in Galle, Sri Lanka&nbsp;and Arambol, Goa. 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