There is a particular kind of magic that happens above Sairee Beach just before sunrise. The sky softens from navy to peach, the fishing boats become silhouettes on the water, and for a few quiet minutes the whole island holds its breath. In March 2026, we opened a brand new Sairee oceanview yoga location near the Sairee Beach viewpoint built entirely around that moment — and it has already become one of the most unforgettable ways to start (or end) a day on Koh Tao.

This is our new Sunshine Yoga & Pilates platform, and it is not just for yoga. You can now practice Yoga, Pilates (Core, Booty, and Total Body), and Yoga Sculpt — all with a panoramic sea view.

A New Home for Oceanview Yoga & Pilates in Sairee

Our new sea view location sits up near the Sairee Beach viewpoint at Skyline Bar & Grill, with a full panoramic view over the Sairee coastline. On a clear morning you can see all the way from the northern headland down toward Mae Haad, with Koh Nang Yuan floating in the distance. There is no thick palm canopy, no buildings in the way — just open sky, sea, and a light ocean breeze.

The space was designed with one goal in mind: let the view do the work. Natural light, open sides, and a purpose-built outdoor platform mean you practice surrounded by fresh air, with the sound of the ocean below as your soundtrack.

This is not a generic studio with a window. This is yoga and Pilates with the ocean as your focal point.

Yoga, Pilates, or Yoga Sculpt — Which Class Should You Pick?

One of the things our new Sairee oceanview location makes possible is a much wider range of classes in one stunning setting. Here is a quick guide to help you choose.

Yoga (Flexibility, Mindfulness, Relaxation)

Our Sairee oceanview yoga sessions are calm, mindful, and often timed to sunrise or sunset.

Benefits:

• Improves flexibility
• Reduces stress and travel fatigue
• Supports mindfulness and deeper breathing
• Connects body, breath, and nature

Best for: travelers, divers on a surface interval, honeymooners, and anyone who wants to leave the mat feeling genuinely calm.

Pilates (Core, Booty, Total Body)

Sea view Pilates has quickly become one of the most popular wellness experiences on Koh Tao. It focuses on controlled movement, breath, and deep muscle activation — and doing it outdoors, above Sairee Beach, gives it an extra layer of magic.

We run three Pilates formats:

Pilates Core — Core Strength & Stability Focuses on deep abdominal muscles, lower back strength, posture alignment, and balance. Perfect for travelers who sit a lot, divers, or anyone wanting a strong core foundation.

Booty Pilates — Glutes & Lower Body Sculpt Focuses on glutes, hips, thighs, and lower body toning. One of our most popular classes for shaping and lift.

Total Body Pilates — Full Body Strength Focuses on core, arms, legs, coordination, and lean strength. The best single-class “complete workout” we offer.

Yoga Sculpt (Strength + Cardio + Flow)

Yoga Sculpt mixes yoga flow with light weights and cardio movement. Expect to burn more calories, build strength and endurance, tone the full body, and leave properly sweaty.

Best for: fitness lovers who want their holiday practice to actually feel like a workout.

Quick Comparison

• Yoga → flexibility, mindfulness, relaxation
• Pilates (Core / Booty / Total Body) → strength, toning, posture
• Yoga Sculpt → strength, cardio, fat burn

There is no “better” option — just different goals on different days. Many of our guests mix all three across their stay.

Why the Sairee Beach Viewpoint Changes Everything

Training at a proper sea view viewpoint near Sairee Beach gives you something you simply cannot get in an indoor gym:

• Ocean breeze and natural energy — the air up here is cooler and cleaner than at beach level.
• Sunrise and sunset views — practice with golden light flooding the platform.
• Outdoor island wellness experience — barefoot on the mat, sea in front of you, sky above.
• A real blend of fitness and travel lifestyle — this is the Koh Tao wellness moment people come to the island for.

Between the ocean air, the panoramic view, and the quiet hilltop setting, even a hard Pilates class feels like a gift to yourself.

Sunrise, Sunset, and Easy Morning Booking

Our sea view Sairee location is designed to be bookable every single morning with minimal fuss:

• Morning yoga sessions timed to the sunrise
• Midday Pilates and Yoga Sculpt slots
• Sunset yoga to slow the day down

Classes are kept small so the atmosphere stays intimate and you get real attention from your teacher. Because we run multiple slots through the day, you can choose the one that fits your plans — whether that is sunrise before breakfast, a late-morning Pilates session, or a golden-hour wind-down.

Two Locations, One Studio

Our new Sairee oceanview platform is part of the wider Koh Tao Yoga family. That means you can mix and match where you practice:

Sairee Beach Viewpoint — Skyline Bar & Grill Our Sunshine Yoga & Pilates platforms. Sea view classes held near:

• Sairee Beach viewpoint
• Scenic hilltop ocean spots
• Purpose-built outdoor Sunshine Yoga & Pilates platforms

Main Studio — Koh Tao Yoga, 50m from the Pier Our flagship studio with:

• Full air-conditioned indoor rooms with ocean views
• Rooftop shalas
• Ice baths, breathwork, and sound healing
• 35+ classes a week across all styles

You can check in at the main studio for any of our beach or viewpoint classes, or head straight to the sea view location depending on the schedule.

Who the Sairee Oceanview Studio Is For

The new Sairee sea view location is a perfect fit for:

• Beginners who feel more at ease outside than in a mirrored studio
• Travelers who want the “iconic Koh Tao” morning moment
• Fitness lovers who want Pilates and Yoga Sculpt with an unbeatable backdrop
• Wellness retreats and groups looking for a standout class location
• Couples who want a memorable shared experience

You do not need to be flexible. You do not need prior experience. You just need to show up.

What to Bring

Keep it simple:

• Comfortable clothes you can move in
• A water bottle
• Sunscreen (reef-safe, please — this is Koh Tao)
• A light layer for early mornings

Mats, blocks, straps, and light weights (for Yoga Sculpt and Pilates) are all provided.

Pair It With the Rest of Your Koh Tao Day

A morning Sairee oceanview session slots beautifully into an island day. Finish on your mat by 9:00, grab a smoothie in Sairee, head out for a snorkel or dive, and still have the whole afternoon ahead. Many guests book two or three sessions across their stay — one sunrise yoga, one Pilates Booty, and maybe a Yoga Sculpt to cap it off.

Book Your Sairee Oceanview Class

If you are ready to see Sairee from the best angle on the island, we would love to practice with you. Our new sea view Sunshine Yoga & Pilates platform at the Sairee Beach viewpoint has already become a favorite — and morning and sunset classes do fill up, especially in high season.

Check the full class schedule and book your session here: https://kohtaoyoga.com/class-schedule/

Drop in or pre-book any of our:

• Sunshine Yoga & Pilates sea view classes
• Pilates Core, Booty, and Total Body
• Yoga Sculpt
• Sunrise and sunset yoga

Come breathe, move, and let the view do the rest.