Retreat Overview
The Blooming Spirit Retreat is designed as a gentle and nourishing week of yoga, meditation, deep rest, and connection with nature, supporting nervous system regulation and overall wellbeing. The intention of the retreat is to provide participants with a supportive environment to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and restore balance through daily practices and time in nature.
The retreat will include daily yoga and meditation, candlelit Yin sessions, Yoga Nidra for deep relaxation and nervous system restoration, and a special Awakening the Senses cacao ceremony to mark the New Moon. The program will be spacious, allowing participants time to rest, explore the island, and integrate the practices.
I would also love to include a couple of simple excursions during the week, such as a waterfall outing and a relaxing evening visit to one of the local wellness spas with sauna, hot tub, or plunge pools. These moments allow participants to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Koh Phangan while still maintaining the calm atmosphere of the retreat.
The retreat style is intentionally quiet and reflective, which aligns well with the peaceful environment of Indriya. All offerings are calm, meditative, and respectful of the atmosphere of the center.
The retreat will include daily yoga and meditation, candlelit Yin sessions, Yoga Nidra for deep relaxation and nervous system restoration, and a special Awakening the Senses cacao ceremony to mark the New Moon. The program will be spacious, allowing participants time to rest, explore the island, and integrate the practices.
I would also love to include a couple of simple excursions during the week, such as a waterfall outing and a relaxing evening visit to one of the local wellness spas with sauna, hot tub, or plunge pools. These moments allow participants to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Koh Phangan while still maintaining the calm atmosphere of the retreat.
The retreat style is intentionally quiet and reflective, which aligns well with the peaceful environment of Indriya. All offerings are calm, meditative, and respectful of the atmosphere of the center.
Retreat Program Outline
June,14
June,14
Arrival Day
Guests arrive and settle into their rooms
Gentle Yoga Nidra session at 8:00 PM
Guests arrive and settle into their rooms
Gentle Yoga Nidra session at 8:00 PM
Day 1
Day 1
Monday (New Moon Opening)
Morning gentle yoga and meditation
Free afternoon
Evening Awakening the Senses New Moon cacao ceremony and connection ritual
Morning gentle yoga and meditation
Free afternoon
Evening Awakening the Senses New Moon cacao ceremony and connection ritual
Day 2
Day 2
Grounding Into the Practice
Morning Vinyasa yoga and meditation
Free afternoon
Evening Candlelit Yin Yoga & Yoga Nidra
Morning Vinyasa yoga and meditation
Free afternoon
Evening Candlelit Yin Yoga & Yoga Nidra
Day 3
Day 3
Nature & Exploration
Morning yoga and meditation
Late morning or afternoon waterfall excursion
Evening optional meditation
Morning yoga and meditation
Late morning or afternoon waterfall excursion
Evening optional meditation
Day 4
Day 4
Deepening the Experience
Morning Vinyasa yoga
Free afternoon or optional private yoga or meditation sessions
Evening Candlelit Yin Yoga
Morning Vinyasa yoga
Free afternoon or optional private yoga or meditation sessions
Evening Candlelit Yin Yoga
Day 5
Day 5
Integration
Morning meditation and gentle yoga
Free afternoon
Evening optional wellness spa excursion to a nearby spa with sauna, hot tub, or plunge pools
Morning meditation and gentle yoga
Free afternoon
Evening optional wellness spa excursion to a nearby spa with sauna, hot tub, or plunge pools
Day 6
Day 6
Closing the Circle
Morning gentle yoga and meditation
Afternoon reflection time
Evening Closing circle & Yoga NidraQuality
Morning gentle yoga and meditation
Afternoon reflection time
Evening Closing circle & Yoga NidraQuality
Day 7
Day 7
Morning – Retreat ends
What is a retreat?
The word "retreat" literally means "seclusion" and is used as an international term to denote time of solitude dedicated to either intensive practice, deep learning, or creativity.
A retreat implies that a person withdraws from society and their daily routine for a certain period (several days or even weeks) to rest, live in simple conditions, alone, in silence, and in nature.
Most often, retreats take place in quiet natural settings, away from noise and hustle of big cities.
Retreat programs at the Indriya Retreat center offer opportunities for a deep and authentic retreat experience.
A retreat is not an entertainment program or a chase for excitement; it is a deep internal practice aimed at healing your mind and heart through intensive meditation:
A retreat implies that a person withdraws from society and their daily routine for a certain period (several days or even weeks) to rest, live in simple conditions, alone, in silence, and in nature.
Most often, retreats take place in quiet natural settings, away from noise and hustle of big cities.
Retreat programs at the Indriya Retreat center offer opportunities for a deep and authentic retreat experience.
A retreat is not an entertainment program or a chase for excitement; it is a deep internal practice aimed at healing your mind and heart through intensive meditation:
The retreat emphasizes:
- Daily yoga and meditation
- Yin yoga and Yoga Nidra practices
- Connection with nature
- Spacious time for rest and integration
- Meaningful group experiences such as the New Moon cacao ceremony
- Fresh perception bringing you back to enjoying simple things
- Connection with your intuition, fresh creative ideas
- Uplifted spirit and inspiration for new achievements
Optional Add‑On Offerings
Participants may also have the option to book private sessions during free time, such as:
• Private yoga sessions
• Meditation guidance
• Yoga Nidra sessions
• Bodywork or therapeutic sessions
These optional offerings can enhance the retreat experience and allow participants to deepen their personal journey.
• Private yoga sessions
• Meditation guidance
• Yoga Nidra sessions
• Bodywork or therapeutic sessions
These optional offerings can enhance the retreat experience and allow participants to deepen their personal journey.
As a result of practice:
- Deep nervous system relaxation
- Mental reset & emotional release
- Reconnection with your body
- A deeper personal practice
- Restored energy and vitality
- Experience of slowing down
- Connection with nature
- Clarity and inner insights
- Sense of support and community
- Awakening of sensitivity and awareness
- A sense of renewal and completion
About the teacher
Nola Bloom
Nola Bloom is a yoga and meditation teacher based on Koh Phangan, Thailand, where she has lived for nearly two decades and has been teaching for more than 16 years.
Originally from Canada, Nola’s yoga journey began during her travels in Thailand and deepened through years of dedicated practice and study. She trained in Ashtanga Yoga, a discipline that continues to influence the strong foundation of her teaching, even as her work has evolved toward more nourishing and restorative practices such as Yin Yoga, meditation, and Yoga Nidra.
Over the past 15+ years Nola has taught at many of the island’s most well‑known yoga spaces including The Sanctuary, Orion Healing Centre, Yoga House Café, Arcana, Shivari Art of Life, and other established centers on Koh Phangan, supporting thousands of students through yoga, meditation, and holistic wellness practices.
Having lived on Koh Phangan for so many years, Nola offers retreat participants something uniquely special: the guidance of a long‑time resident who knows the island intimately. She loves sharing the quieter beauty of the island — peaceful beaches, waterfalls, jungle paths, and the calming rhythms of nature that make Koh Phangan such a powerful place for retreat and renewal.
Nola is also the host of The Blooming Spirit Podcast, where she shares guided meditations and dharma talks inspired by yoga philosophy, nature, and personal experience. Her teaching style is intuitive, grounded, and nurturing, helping students reconnect with themselves and experience the profound nourishment that comes through deep rest and mindful awareness.
Originally from Canada, Nola’s yoga journey began during her travels in Thailand and deepened through years of dedicated practice and study. She trained in Ashtanga Yoga, a discipline that continues to influence the strong foundation of her teaching, even as her work has evolved toward more nourishing and restorative practices such as Yin Yoga, meditation, and Yoga Nidra.
Over the past 15+ years Nola has taught at many of the island’s most well‑known yoga spaces including The Sanctuary, Orion Healing Centre, Yoga House Café, Arcana, Shivari Art of Life, and other established centers on Koh Phangan, supporting thousands of students through yoga, meditation, and holistic wellness practices.
Having lived on Koh Phangan for so many years, Nola offers retreat participants something uniquely special: the guidance of a long‑time resident who knows the island intimately. She loves sharing the quieter beauty of the island — peaceful beaches, waterfalls, jungle paths, and the calming rhythms of nature that make Koh Phangan such a powerful place for retreat and renewal.
Nola is also the host of The Blooming Spirit Podcast, where she shares guided meditations and dharma talks inspired by yoga philosophy, nature, and personal experience. Her teaching style is intuitive, grounded, and nurturing, helping students reconnect with themselves and experience the profound nourishment that comes through deep rest and mindful awareness.
INDRIYA RETREAT CENTER on Koh Phangan is A SPACE TO FILL YOU, OPEN YOU UP, AND INSPIRE
Indriya Retreat is an international retreat center located on Koh Phangan, Thailand, near a small stream and surrounded by fruit trees and tropical greenery. Guests are immersed in an atmosphere of seclusion, tranquility, and deep restoration, making it an ideal space for retreats, mindfulness practices, yoga, and inner transformation.
Bathrooms
A separate building with all necessary facilities — toilets, sinks, and shower cabins.
Vegetarian food
Comfortable Huts
The huts are wooden. Inside, there are two fully equipped sleeping places (with mattresses, quality bed linen, blankets, pillows, and towels).
Our spacious dining area offers balanced vegetarian meals. Fruits, soups, curries, salads, and hot dishes — with a new menu every day.
Retreat Price
Estimated retreat pricing:
Place in a shared house — $1,900
Entire house — $2,300
This price would include accommodation, daily breakfast, selected shared meals, and the full retreat program.
To register for the retreat, you must fill out the form below and pay the registration fee using VISA, MASTERCARD.
Place in a shared house — $1,900
Entire house — $2,300
This price would include accommodation, daily breakfast, selected shared meals, and the full retreat program.
To register for the retreat, you must fill out the form below and pay the registration fee using VISA, MASTERCARD.
Registration fee - What is it for?
Firstly, the registration fee confirms the seriousness of your intention to attend the retreat and guarantees you a place in the group.
Secondly, the registration fee helps cover the ongoing expenses of the Indriya Retreat Center that are directly related to running the retreat. These expenses include:
Food and Supplies: Purchase of food, groceries, drinking water, and toiletries.
Staff Costs: Salaries for cooks and administrators.
Services: Laundry service.
Facility Expenses: Payment of land rent, electricity bills, garbage disposal fees, as well as repair and maintenance costs.
Operational Costs: Other general administrative and operational expenses.
Secondly, the registration fee helps cover the ongoing expenses of the Indriya Retreat Center that are directly related to running the retreat. These expenses include:
Food and Supplies: Purchase of food, groceries, drinking water, and toiletries.
Staff Costs: Salaries for cooks and administrators.
Services: Laundry service.
Facility Expenses: Payment of land rent, electricity bills, garbage disposal fees, as well as repair and maintenance costs.
Operational Costs: Other general administrative and operational expenses.
After the payment of the registration fee and filling up your personal data, you will receive an organizational letter confirming your participation.
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- Branch Address: 66/9 Moo 5, Koh Phangan, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani, 84280 Thailand
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