Choosing the right yoga retreat or teacher training isn’t just about finding an available date—it’s about matching the experience to where you are right now in your wellness journey.
At Vikasa, we offer a diverse range of programmes across two stunning locations in Thailand: Koh Samui and our new Phuket retreat on Koh Lon Island. From intensive 200-hour Yoga Teacher Trainings to week-long Signature Retreats, each experience is designed to meet different needs, goals, and timeframes.
Here’s your complete guide to our 2026 calendar and how to choose the programme that’s calling you.
Understanding Our Programme Types
Before diving into the calendar, let’s clarify what each programme type offers:
Yoga Teacher Training (YTT): 3-5 Weeks
Who it’s for: Aspiring yoga teachers or dedicated practitioners seeking deep immersion in yoga philosophy, anatomy, teaching methodology, and personal practice.
What to expect:
- Daily asana practice (multiple sessions)
- In-depth study of yoga philosophy, anatomy, and alignment
- Teaching practice and feedback
- Yoga Alliance certification upon completion
- Intensive schedule (typically 6-8 hours daily, 6 days/week)
Programmes:
- 200-Hour YTT: Foundation level, ideal for beginners to yoga teaching
- 300-Hour UYTT (Universal Yoga): Advanced level, requires 200hr certification
- Yin Yoga YTT: Specialised training in yin yoga methodology
Short Courses: 1-2 Weeks
Who it’s for: Yoga teachers seeking specialised skills or practitioners wanting focused learning without the full YTT commitment.
What to expect:
- Skill-specific training (sound healing, meditation, vinyasa flow, yin yoga)
- Shorter duration with concentrated curriculum
- Often eligible for Continuing Education credits
- Less intensive than full YTT
Programmes:
- 100-Hour Meditation Teacher Training: Deepen meditation practice and learn to teach
- 50-Hour Sound Healing Training: Learn sound therapy techniques and instruments
- 100-Hour Refresh: Refresh your teaching skills and reignite your practice
- Vikasa Flow: Master vinyasa sequencing and creative flow
- Vikasa Yin: Specialised yin yoga immersion (2 weeks)
- Vikasa X 100YTT: Intensive practice immersion
Retreats: 1 Week
Who it’s for: Anyone seeking rest, reset, transformation, or community without the intensity of teacher training.
What to expect:
- Daily yoga classes (1-2 sessions)
- Meditation and breathwork
- Nourishing plant-forward meals
- Free time for rest, exploration, or personal reflection
- Community connection with fellow retreat guests
- Specific retreat themes (detox, silent practice, nervous system regulation, etc.)
Programmes:
- Thrive: Plant-based nutrition focus with raw food workshops
- Evolve: Personal transformation and self-discovery
- Escape: Digital detox and deep rest
- Kosta Miachin Signature Retreat: Learn directly from Vikasa’s founder
- Reiki 50TT: Energy healing and reiki certification
- Karma Burning: Phuket-exclusive release and renewal practice
- Sound 50TT (November, Phuket): Sound healing immersion
2026 Calendar at a Glance
Q1: January – March (Koh Samui)
- Dates: 4-25 January
- Location: Samui
- Best for: New Year fresh starts, beginning your teaching journey
- Dates: 5 February – 13 March
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Advancing your practice after 200hr certification
- Dates: 27 March – 17 April
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Spring transformation, escaping late winter
Q2: April – June (Koh Samui)
- Dates: 5-11 April
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Nutrition reset, plant-based living, digestive health
- Dates: 17-28 April
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Yin yoga teachers, fascial release specialists
- Dates: 28 April – 29 May
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Advanced practitioners, deepening teaching methodology
- Dates: 31 May – 4 June
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Yoga teachers adding sound healing to their toolkit
- Dates: 29 May – 9 June
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Meditation teachers, mindfulness practitioners
- Dates: 10-21 June
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Vinyasa sequencing mastery, creative flow development
Q3: July – September (Mixed Locations)
- Dates: 28 June – 19 July
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Mid-year career shifts, summer transformation
- Dates: 19-25 July
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Personal evolution, self-discovery, emotional fitness
300YTT – August ⭐ First Phuket YTT!
- Dates: 28 July – 28 August
- Location: PHUKET (Koh Lon Island)
- Best for: Experiencing our new Phuket location, complete seclusion
Reiki 50TT – September
- Dates: 30 August – 3 September
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Energy healing practitioners, holistic therapists
Kosta Miachin Signature Retreat – August ⭐ Phuket Exclusive!
- Dates: 30 August – 5 September
- Location: PHUKET (Koh Lon Island)
- Best for: Learning from Vikasa’s founder, personal mentorship
- Dates: 6-17 September
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Yoga teachers reigniting their practice, continuing education
- Dates: 20-26 September
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Digital detox, nervous system reset, deep rest
- Dates: 27 September – 18 October
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Autumn transitions, preparing for teaching career
Q4: October – December (Mixed Locations)
Karma Burning – October ⭐ Phuket Exclusive!
- Dates: 18-25 October
- Location: PHUKET (Koh Lon Island)
- Best for: Release rituals, letting go practices, renewal
- Dates: 27 October – 27 November
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Year-end professional development, deepening practice
200YTT – November ⭐ Phuket!
- Dates: 27 November – 17 December
- Location: PHUKET (Koh Lon Island)
- Best for: New location experience, ending the year with transformation
Sound 50TT – November ⭐ Phuket!
- Dates: 29 November – 3 December
- Location: PHUKET (Koh Lon Island)
- Best for: Sound healing certification in a secluded paradise
Vikasa X 100YTT – December
- Dates: 17-28 December
- Location: Samui
- Best for: Year-end intensive, holiday transformation
Kosta – December ⭐ Phuket!
- Dates: 17-23 December
- Location: PHUKET (Koh Lon Island)
- Best for: Holiday reset with founder mentorship
Evolve – December ⭐ Phuket!
- Dates: 23-29 December
- Location: PHUKET (Koh Lon Island)
- Best for: Ending the year with intention, New Year transformation
How to Choose Your Programme
If You’re New to Yoga…
Start with a retreat to experience our teaching style and community:
- Evolve Retreat (July or December): Beginner-friendly, focuses on foundations
- Escape Retreat (September): Restorative and gentle
If you fall in love with yoga during the retreat, consider returning for a 200-hour YTT.
If You’re an Experienced Practitioner (Not Teaching)…
Consider a retreat or short course:
- Thrive Retreat (April): If nutrition and holistic health interest you
- 100-Hour Meditation Training (June): Deepen mindfulness without full YTT commitment
- Karma Burning (October, Phuket): If you’re drawn to ritual and release work
If You Want to Become a Yoga Teacher…
Start with 200-Hour YTT:
- January, March, July, September, or November (Phuket) dates available
- Choose Samui for vibrant community energy
- Choose Phuket (August or November) for complete seclusion
After certification, advance with 300-Hour UYTT or specialised courses.
If You’re Already a Certified Yoga Teacher…
Deepen your skills with advanced training:
- 300-Hour UYTT (February, May, August in Phuket, or November): Advanced methodology
- Yin Yoga YTT (April): Specialise in yin
- 100-Hour Refresh (September): Reignite your teaching passion
- Sound Healing 50TT (June or November in Phuket): Add sound therapy to your offerings
If You’re Experiencing Burnout…
Choose programmes focused on rest and nervous system regulation:
- Escape Retreat (September, Samui): Digital detox and deep rest
- Kosta Signature Retreat (August or December, Phuket): Personalised guidance and stillness
- Karma Burning (October, Phuket): Release and renewal
If You Want to Experience Vikasa Phuket…
Phuket programmes in 2026:
- August: 300YTT, Kosta Signature Retreat
- October: Karma Burning
- November: 200YTT, Sound 50TT
- December: Kosta, Evolve
All Phuket programmes are 7+ days minimum and designed for deep immersion in seclusion.
Koh Samui vs. Phuket: Which Location?
Choose Koh Samui if you want:
- Vibrant community energy
- More programme variety (Vikations, shorter stays available)
- Established facilities and proven track record
- Easier access (direct international flights)
Choose Phuket (Koh Lon) if you want:
- Complete seclusion and digital detox
- Brand-new, purpose-built retreat facilities
- Smaller group sizes
- Exclusive programmes (Karma Burning, Kosta Signature)
- Untouched natural beauty
Both locations offer world-class teaching, nourishing meals, and transformational experiences. The choice depends on whether you’re seeking connection (Samui) or solitude (Phuket).
Ready to Book Your 2026 Experience at Vikasa Yoga Retreat?
Our 2026 calendar offers something for everyone—from complete beginners to advanced teachers, from those seeking rest to those craving intensity.
Next steps:
- Reflect: What are you seeking right now? Rest, learning, community, solitude, certification?
- Choose: Select a programme that aligns with your current needs (not what you think you “should” do).
- Book early: Popular programmes (especially Phuket dates and Kosta retreats) fill quickly.
Explore all Vikasa programmes and begin planning your 2026 transformation today.
Welcome to the Vikasa Tribe. We’ll see you in Thailand.