Koh Phangan · Thailand
Who We Are
Nest was born from a single conviction — that teacher training should be a genuine transformation, not merely a certification. We are a boutique yoga school rooted in Koh Phangan, dedicated to producing teachers of exceptional quality.
Our small cohorts, carefully selected faculty, and rigorous curriculum ensure every graduate leaves not just qualified, but truly ready to lead, inspire, and carry the practice forward with integrity.
"Nest is built for people who are serious about yoga — a place where the depth of the practice meets the magic of the island."
Lead Teacher
Antonio brings over a decade of teaching experience across Europe, Asia, and beyond. Celebrated by students worldwide for his mastery of the physical aspects of yoga, his ability to inspire and motivate, and his deep generosity in sharing knowledge of anatomy and yogic philosophy.
What sets Antonio apart is his approach — warm, humble, and always evolving alongside his students. Open to feedback, honest in his guidance, and fully committed to the growth of every person in the room.
Our Programmes · 2026 / 2027
Each programme is intentionally small, deeply curated, and designed to produce teachers — not just certificates.
Foundation · Yoga Alliance RYT-200
with Antonio Loddo
Nov 15–Dec 5, 2026 · Jan 7–27, 2027 · Apr 11–May 1 · May 6–26, 2027A 21-day immersive training covering Vinyasa & Ashtanga, breathwork, alignment, anatomy, philosophy, and teaching methodology. Yoga Alliance RYT-200 certified. Max 12 students.
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Specialisation · Advanced Asana
with Antonio Loddo
Dec 10–13, 2026 · Feb 4–7, 2027A 4-day intensive covering advanced asana — inversions, arm balances, backbends, transitions and sequencing. For practitioners ready to push deeper into their practice and teaching.
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Advanced · Yoga Alliance RYT-500
with Antonio Loddo
Mar 10 – Apr 6, 2027An advanced immersion for experienced teachers ready to deepen their practice beyond the foundations. Advanced asana, applied anatomy, deeper philosophy, pranayama, mentorship and extensive teaching practicum.
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Specialisation · Hands-On Adjustments
with Antonio Loddo
Feb 9–13, 2027An intensive practical training designed for yoga teachers to develop safe, intelligent and effective hands-on adjustment skills across all pose categories, body types, and teaching contexts.
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"Antonio is not only a master of the physical aspects of yoga, but a great teacher who knows how to inspire and motivate. He shares his deep knowledge of anatomy and spirituality generously."— Joshua Houston Wiebe
"Amazing teacher, teaching, TTC and person. Highly recommended. Very rare to get all in one. Professional, organised with so much kindness."— Ysa Poe
"I feel like I learned more about yoga and myself in a short period than I had in years. I got much more than I expected."— Primoz Bozic
"Antonio is a great teacher! He's taught in many of our yoga TTCs. Our students simply love him."— Yaron Cohen
"An incredible week that forever changed my life. He is very open-minded, always welcomes feedback, and willing to improve himself alongside his students."— Student, Koh Phangan
"Caring, knowledgeable, encouraging, and very well balanced. He led 11 of us through the 200h YTT and every single one of us absolutely loved him."— Erika Dorey
"It deepened my practice, I got key technical skills for my asanas as well as teaching points. The atmosphere was so warm and welcoming."— Kseniia Melody
"A high level Ashtanga course with excellent advanced asanas. Antonio is an awesome, very experienced Yoga Teacher — I couldn't have asked for a better mentor."— Isabella Friedmann
"Antonio is not only a master of the physical aspects of yoga, but a great teacher who knows how to inspire and motivate. He shares his deep knowledge of anatomy and spirituality generously."— Joshua Houston Wiebe
"Amazing teacher, teaching, TTC and person. Highly recommended. Very rare to get all in one. Professional, organised with so much kindness."— Ysa Poe
"I feel like I learned more about yoga and myself in a short period than I had in years. I got much more than I expected."— Primoz Bozic
"Antonio is a great teacher! He's taught in many of our yoga TTCs. Our students simply love him."— Yaron Cohen
"An incredible week that forever changed my life. He is very open-minded, always welcomes feedback, and willing to improve himself alongside his students."— Student, Koh Phangan
"Caring, knowledgeable, encouraging, and very well balanced. He led 11 of us through the 200h YTT and every single one of us absolutely loved him."— Erika Dorey
"It deepened my practice, I got key technical skills for my asanas as well as teaching points. The atmosphere was so warm and welcoming."— Kseniia Melody
"A high level Ashtanga course with excellent advanced asanas. Antonio is an awesome, very experienced Yoga Teacher — I couldn't have asked for a better mentor."— Isabella Friedmann
The Setting
Koh Phangan is one of Southeast Asia's most potent places for practice. Our purpose-built shala sits deep in the jungle — fully open-air with mosquito net walls on all sides, letting the sounds, breeze, and energy of the tropical landscape flow freely through every session.
Investment
Select your training date below. A 20% deposit secures your spot — early bird pricing applies automatically based on your selected date. Balance paid by wire transfer 30 days before start.
Mar 10 – Apr 6, 2027
Feb 9 – 13, 2027
Common Questions
We are located in the Wat Samai Kongka neighbourhood — a peaceful, central spot on Koh Phangan. The shala is 7 minutes from the pier, 5 minutes from Sri Thanu, and 5 minutes from the beach. Easy to reach, far enough from the noise.
Yes. Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training is fully accredited with Yoga Alliance, awarding graduates the internationally recognised RYT-200 certification upon completion.
We deliberately keep cohorts small — maximum 12 students for the 200h YTT, 15 for the 300h Advanced Training, 15 for the 30h Advanced Asana Training, and 15 for the 50h Hands-On Adjustment Training. This ensures every student receives genuine personal attention throughout.
Both programmes are open to aspiring teachers and to people who simply want to deepen their own practice.
A 20% deposit secures your place and is paid via Stripe at checkout. Deposits are refundable minus the transaction fee up to 60 days before the training start date. After that point, deposits are non-refundable. The remaining balance is paid by wire transfer and is due 30 days before the training begins.
After securing your spot with the deposit, the remaining balance (80% of the total) is paid by wire transfer. We will send you the bank details by email after your deposit is confirmed. Payment is due 30 days before the training starts.
Accommodation is not included in the training fee. Koh Phangan has a wide range of options at various price points close to the shala. We're happy to share recommendations — email us at abhyasa.kohphangan@gmail.com.
From the Nest
Honest writing about teacher training, the practice, and life on Koh Phangan.
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