The Yoga Shala Phuket

I have known their work for a long time and they are one of the most dedicated yoga teachers I have seen. Every class is well prepared and taught with great care for her students. Maintaining high standards for certification is important for the integrity of the practice. I truly admire their professionalism and commitment.

Fate has been bringing me here for nine years now. It's one of the best Ashtanga yoga schools. The teachers are wonderful, always guiding and showing you how to do it right. Thanks to yoga, I'm able to stop after shoulder surgery. I highly recommend it.

One of the most inspiring places to practice Ashtanga yoga in the world. The teachers here are truly exceptional. Their knowledge of the body, anatomy and traditional Ashtanga practice is incredible, and they guide each student with great care, attention and respect for the individual body. But what makes this place truly special is the atmosphere. There is something very authentic and conscious about the way yoga is taught and lived here. You can feel that yoga is not just something they teach — it is something they truly embody. It is also beautiful to see how they raise their young son in this environment, sharing yoga and an active, mindful life with him. They are not only amazing teachers, but also wonderful human beings. People travel from all over the world to practice here — and once you experience it, you understand why. If you love Ashtanga yoga, this is a place you should absolutely visit at least once in your life.

Sofia and Rich are truly Teachers! They support and help, and answer all your questions. They know the intricacies of asanas, pranayama, and yogic wisdom like no one else! May the shala flourish and more and more people come here to learn and master yoga. Thank you 🙏🏻💜

It's been seven years since I discovered Sofia and Rich's studio. I've made tremendous progress in this discipline, which demands a lot of resilience. I come back every year with pleasure. Chantal

I've been practicing Ashtanga yoga for 10 years. Any Ashtanga practitioner knows that after years of practice, there comes a moment when determination and joy in practicing significantly decrease. I went to Phuket on vacation and happened to visit this studio. It was the most wonderful thing I've done in recent years. In the first class, I felt the joy I used to feel in my first years of practice. In this studio you can practices the real Ashtanga as teached by Patabijois (the first thing I noticed when I got in the studio was the sound of the breath). There is a strong focus on breathing and the correct execution of the asanas. The adjustments are amazing, and your body thanks you for it immediately. I felt I was entering the postures much deeper, and I didn't feel in danger at all with the adjustments. I haven't felt this much awareness in my practice for years. I was so thrilled that I extended my stay in Phuket and plan to attend the intensive Ashtanga course this year. I wholeheartedly recommend this studio and Rich and Sofya, who certainly know what they are doing and do it wonderfully. ❤️

I came from Saudi Arabia on unpaid leave to learn Ashtanga Yoga, looking forward to this experience after more than ten years of practice. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed by the unprofessional behavior, negative attitude, and poor treatment I received, which made the experience frustrating and discouraging. I later completed my training at another school in India, which was a much better experience, thank God.

My 3-week Ashtanga Yoga intensive in Phuket was truly transformative. Thanks to my wonderful teachers, Rich and Sofya, I learned the power of slowing down the breath to bring energy to both body and mind, and the importance of …

Both Rich and Sofya are great Ashtanga teachers, fantastic adjustments, beautifull people! I was verry happy to be in TAYSP a 2nd time for the intensive Ashtanga course and I hope to repeat again. I recommend to join them and have this incredible experience!