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Yoga & freediving on Koh Tao.

A shala, a dive school, a café and a bed: one island community you can join for a morning or a season.

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What's on at Blue Chitta.

Yoga every day in the shala and at sunrise on the viewpoint. Freediving courses start Wednesdays and Fridays. The week, class by class, is on the schedule.

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Students practising in the sea-view shalaSea-view shala · daily

Blue Chitta Studio

Ashtanga, Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin and slow flow through the day, plus pranayama, nidra and ice-bath workshops across the week.Drop in, or book to hold a spotArrive 15 minutes early to register at reception. Mats provided.350 THB a class · 3,000 THB for ten · workshops 600 THBExplore moreSunrise yoga at the High The Moon viewpointSunrise viewpoint · daily

High The Moon

Sunrise practice at the viewpoint above the island, alongside the coffee shop at the top. Mats are waiting up there.Pre-book by 6pm the day beforeCancelled if it rains, and you choose a refund or another morning.500 THB a classExplore moreA freediver descending head-first along the lineCourses start Wednesdays and Fridays

Freediving

One-day first experiences, three-day Level 1 certification, and line, pool and coaching sessions for divers who already hold a card.Pre-book by 6pm the day beforeNo experience needed for a first session. Small groups, instructor-led.First day 3,500 THB · Level 1 from 8,500 THB · line training 1,300 THBExplore more
01DiscoverTen seconds of Blue Chitta

Where movement, water and island life meet.

The empty sea-view shala with its doors open onto the water
The shalaTwo sea-view shalas, a few steps up from the road.
A class sitting in the shala with the sea through the open doors
The practiceAshtanga through to Yin, every day of the week.
A freediver descending head-first along the line
The lineThe freediving school. Courses start Wednesdays and Fridays.
The Blue Chitta dive boat on open water under a wide sky
The boatOut most mornings, to the line and over the reef.
The Prana Café room with its painted sign and low seating
Prana CaféThe kitchen that feeds every retreat and training on the site.
A fruit and granola bowl on a wooden table
Something to eatOpen to anyone who pre-books, 300 THB a head.
The bright shared wellness dorm at Blue Chitta
Somewhere to sleepWellness dorms with pod beds, a short walk from the beach.
A large group of Blue Chitta students and teachers together
The peopleOcean Sound, the community studio, has been on Koh Tao since 2011.

Yoga and freediving share one breath: attention, relaxation, letting go.

More of the day to day (classes, dives, dinners, weather) lives on Instagram. @blue_chitta

02ExperienceStart where you are

One honest experience is enough to begin.

You don't need to know the whole path. Pick the door that is open today.

let's goDeeper

Depth is not measured only in metres.

Two ways in, and both of them end with being able to teach it. You start wherever you are today.

Prefer it all arranged? The packaged versions bundle the practice with a bed and the food: Eat Sleep Yoga from 1,800 THB a night, the self-guided retreat from 3,500 THB a day, freediving retreats from 13,000 THB.

A day at Blue Chitta.

Everything sits on one site a short walk from the beach, so a day here can hold all of it. Nothing below is compulsory, and every stop has its own page.

  1. A sunrise practice on the viewpoint above the baySunrise on the viewpointHigh The Moon, above the island, beside the coffee shop at the top. The mats are already up there.500 THB
  2. A fruit and granola bowl on a wooden table at Prana CaféBreakfast at PranaThe kitchen that feeds every retreat and training, open to anyone who pre-books.300 THB a head
  3. A class sitting in the shala with the sea through the open doorsA class in the shalaAshtanga, Hatha, Vinyasa or Yin, looking out at the sea. Drop in, or book to hold a spot.350 THB
  4. Divers sitting along the deck of the Blue Chitta boatOut on the boatForty-five minutes on the line, forty-five over the reef, in a small instructor-led group.From 3,500 THB
  5. A workshop circle on the deck above the waterIce bath, sound, or cacaoWorkshops and circles run through the week, and on the new and the full moon.From 600 THB
  6. A guest reading in a curtained bunk in the wellness dormA pod bed, curtain drawnMixed or female wellness dorm, each bed with a privacy curtain, a fan and a reading light.From 1,800 THB a night

And the part with no time on it. Ocean Sound, the community studio down the road, has been running classes on Koh Tao since 2011 and hosts travelling teachers and new graduates on internship. Meet Blue Chitta

Start here

Come curious.Leave connected.

Tell us what calls you: movement, water, or something longer. Reception answers WhatsApp from 8:30am to 6:30pm, Koh Tao time.

Find my Blue Chitta path

Five stars out of five

Every review below is five stars.

Read what guests wroteKoh Tao, Thailand

What guests say.

Left by people who stayed in the dorms, practised in the shala, and went out on the boat.

  • Five stars out of five

    I did a 3-day freedive retreat with Blue Chitta—my very first time diving—and I couldn’t have imagined a better introduction to the underwater world. Their holistic approach of mindfulness, body awareness, and deep respect for the ocean truly resonated with me. The yoga and ice baths added a beautiful depth to the experience. I felt safe, supported, and encouraged throughout. Thank you, Mayank and Nico! I hope to return next year.

    Kathrin

  • Five stars out of five

    The best dorm-style accommodation I’ve ever stayed at— unbeatable value! Ocean view, amazing free classes (I did the Ice Bath workshop and Fluid Flow yoga), and a great breakfast. Just steps from the best, boat-free stretch of beach.

    Ryan

  • Five stars out of five

    I had an amazing stay at Blue Chitta! Lovely staff, delicious healthy food, high-quality yoga, and a wonderful freediving retreat with Blanco. Immensely grateful—highly recommend and will definitely come back.

    Yi Zhan

  • Five stars out of five

    I had an amazing experience with Blue Chitta. From the moment I arrived, everything stood out, the beautiful smell of the place, the food, the service, and especially the high quality of the diving instructors. The whole business feels professional, welcoming, and full of heart.

    Matias Jimenez Nayblat

  • Five stars out of five

    This place is the best. Beautiful location and super friendly people. I attended some of Lisa’s amazing morning yoga classes. And thank you Em for your somatic lessons. They helped me process difficult personal issues. I learned how powerful yoga can be.

    Jyri T

  • Five stars out of five

    This is a nice place that’s got its own vibe and rhythm. Seems outside the world a little, good for yoga and resetting. I also took the free diving first level with Goni and Almog who are real passionate guys who have a lot to share on it. The staff at reception is friendly too.

    Hugo Cohen

  • Five stars out of five

    I stayed at the dorm, and did free-diving and yoga. The free-diving especially was amazing. Great teachers, and beautiful setting. The dorms were clean and well maintained. There’s a lovely cafe to hang out at. Would highly recommend this place for free-diving and relaxing.

    Mikael Andersen

  • Five stars out of five

    Nitzan is an exceptional yoga teacher … as someone very VERY new to yoga, the experience was phenomenal. Strongly recommend. The rooms are also extremely spacious and practical. Strongly recommend.

    Shailee Carmeli

  • Five stars out of five

    Blue Chitta is the perfect place if you want to feel at home! The teachers hold the space so you can evolve safely in your practice. Anuj and Nitzan were amazing at pushing me out of my comfort zone and helping me build a healthy, confident relationship with myself again... 100% recommend!

    Audrey Vrand

  • Five stars out of five

    I had a really wonderful experience at this place. The Vinyasa yoga classes were beautifully guided, the teacher is very professional and creates thoughtful, interesting flows that feel both energizing and grounding. I especially appreciated how the sessions included meditation, making it a complete and calming experience.

    Hanna Müller

  • Five stars out of five

    A fantastic yoga studio in a wonderful location. We attended Sunset Yoga and both the yoga class and the view were absolutely beautiful!

    Nele Hindennach

  • Five stars out of five

    Amazing place! 🙂 Had a great yoga session with Nitzan – she’s truly amazing. Also went freediving with Almog, who helped me break my personal depth record 🙌 Will definitely come back! Thank you guys 💙

    Guy Yamoyal