Dr. Paul and the Samahita team will lead guests through a rich blend of yoga, meditation, core strength work, and cycle classes. The practice approach includes seated meditation, focused breathwork that develops into pranayama, and the physical side of yoga through asana. In the spirit of the YogaCoreCycle program, core strength sessions and cycling workouts are also part of the experience. The intention is to help you explore yoga in its full range while caring for the mental and emotional dimensions alongside the physical practice.
Each morning begins with seated practice and breathwork. Yoga asana sessions are offered at several levels, including guided vinyasa classes, exploratory asana classes, and restorative afternoon sessions. This schedule is complemented by different core classes and alternating cycle classes, from silent sunrise rides to relaxed mid-afternoon fun-cycle sessions. You are welcome to join every session or simply choose the ones that feel right for you on a given day. By the end of the retreat, the aim is for you to feel uplifted and clear about your practice.
On New Year’s Eve, a special ceremony will mark 2025 and welcome 2026. This meaningful gathering is designed to help you close and heal the past year, while setting energy and intention for the year ahead with the momentum to carry it forward. The rest of your stay offers a welcome pause from holiday noise and commercial pressure, giving you space to enjoy a true holiday break.
The program starts at 5pm on the first day with a group welcome, and departure is at 12pm on the final day. The schedule may change at the discretion of the teacher.
Master of breath, mind, and body — researcher — entrepreneur Over the past three decades, Dr. Paul Dallaghan has built a rare depth of experience in the breath-mind-body lifestyle field. His background bridges advanced practice, academic scholarship, and entrepreneurship, shaped by three long-term commitments that continue to inform his work today. He holds a Ph.D. in Biological Anthropology from Emory University, one...
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Born in South Africa and shaped by years of living and teaching across the UK, Ireland, and Asia, Gill Breetzke brings a rich international perspective to her work. Her teaching journey began in inner-city London schools, where she supported children from challenging backgrounds before continuing on to Dublin and Yangon. Today, Koh Samui is home, and it is here that...
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Daniel Stringer has been devoted to yoga since first discovering the practice in England in 2003. After completing his initial training with Paul Dallaghan in 2006, he went on to teach in Hong Kong for 10 years, developing a strong foundation in both practice and teaching. He began working with Samahita as a guest teacher in 2014 and joined the...
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Warm, vibrant, and deeply experienced, Kirsten Mia brings together a rich background in hospitality, culinary arts, wellness, and yoga. Based in Durban, South Africa, she has lived and traveled across several countries, gaining a broad perspective through exposure to different cultures and life experiences. Her professional journey began in hospitality and as a chef, later expanded into the luxury motor...
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Born and raised on Koh Phangan, Thailand, So Diawpradit has been part of Samahita since 2009, supporting guests across wellness programs while also helping them work toward their fitness goals. With extensive experience in fitness and free-weight training, bodyweight resistance training, TRX, and kettlebells, he brings a well-rounded and energetic approach to every session. So’s background is strengthened by his love...
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Born and raised in southern Israel, Shir first came to yoga at Samahita in 2018, where her practice began to take root. After spending 2.5 years working at a digital marketing agency, she made a bold change in 2023 and left her job behind. In 2024, she returned to complete her 200hr YTT and has been here ever since. Following her...
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Originally from Ecuador, Emilia Arias G. has followed a lifelong path shaped by creativity, self-discovery, and a strong desire to keep growing. Her background is rooted in practices that nurture inner strength, confidence, balance, and presence, including dance, yoga, meditation, pranayama, martial arts, and fitness. Rather than seeing these as separate disciplines, she views them as connected expressions of awareness...
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75 Namuang 2, Tambon Na Mueang, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84140, Thailand
Amphoe Ko Samui
Price
$1,442.00
Sun, Dec 27 – Sun, Jan 3