Yoga synthesizes this approach and we offer a range of complimentary and private classes for beginners to master classes. We also offer professional fitness assessment with facilities and classes for guests to participate at any level you prefer.
We believe in an entirely holistic approach to wellness addressing both your physical and psychological needs.
Yoga and Pilates
Yoga will strengthen and stretch your whole body, mind and spirit. Physically you will find improvements in your circulation, respiration and digestive systems. The nervous system is calmed and invigorated and the brain enters a new dimension of concentration and focus, sharpening mental faculties. Pilates concentrates on your core abdominal strength and equally co ordinates body and mind. We offer a range of complimentary classes from sun salutations to Hatha Yoga and private one to one sessions. Private sessions cost THB 3800++ per person for 90 minutes.
Fitness
We offer professional health assessments and personal training on request or longer term programmes. For further details of our services please see under Fitness Centre.
We have a range of high specification equipment available including strengthening, cardio vascular and free weights.
Fitness Centre
Complimentary Programmes
Private Wellness
Personal trainers at our fitness centre offer professional health assessments and sessions in cardiovascular, muscular and postural training. We offer a series of complimentary classes and private sessions which can include long term regimes.
Our complimentary classes include the following. Please see our separate page for the resort activities. Private sessions cost THB 1,200 or USD 30 per person for 60 minutes.
Fitness Circuit - 1 hour
General fitness is a pre-requisite for this programme as it offers an all round high-energy workout for the whole body. Moving the body non-stop is an efficient and safe way to rev up your metabolism, burn calories and get you moving. Improve your overall fitness and endurance with this uplifting workout.
Fitness Circuit - Private
An all round workout for the whole body. Moving the body non-stop is an efficient and safe way to rev up your metabolism, burn calories and get you moving. Improve your overall fitness and endurance with this uplifting workout.
Abs, Butts and Thighs - 1 hour
This class targets that hard-to-tone trouble zone: the abdominal muscles, buttocks and thighs. Suitable for both men and women, minimal equipment is used to work this area.
Fit ball Class - 1 hour
Fit ball provides an excellent workout for everyone. The benefits include increased mobility, stability, balance, strength, circulation, postural control and awareness, co-ordination and cardiovascular health.
Stretch Class - 1 hour
Stretching increases flexibility and joint range-of-motion. It can also reduce stress and help to improve physical capability. Learn a stretching routine which is easy to follow and will help release stiff and tight areas of the body.
Fitness Equipment
Free Weights
Cardio
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*Price is subject to 10% service charge and 7% VAT.
Our complimentary wellness programme seeks to inspire, motivate and educate you on your personal path to self-care and mind and body health. Our Class Schedule complements a healthy lifestyle and is fun and easy to attend.
Most classes are one hour in duration, and are held in our beautiful open-air Yoga Pavilion, located on the upper deck of the Fitness Centre. Some classes are held in the Fitness Centre.
Yoga
Surya Namaskar - 45 minutes
Rise with the sun and become part of our earth’s morning rhythm. Commonly known as ‘sun salutations’ we honour the sun by performing a sequence of mindful poses (asanas). The body is stretched and strengthened in a precise flowing movement that is coordinated with the breath. It is ideal to get your energy moving for the day and spark inner awareness.
Introduction to Surya Namaskar - 1 hour
If you are unfamiliar with Surya Namaskar, you can join our workshop to learn the basic poses that form this ancient flow of vigour and vitality.
Meditation and Breathing
Introduction to Guided Meditation - 30 minutes
Meditation begins as soon as we close our eyes, and begin to look inside ourselves. It is a healing process that will help you discover stillness and establish a connection with your inner self. Meditation can be profoundly uplifting, calming and emotional. It will encourage self-discipline, correct breathing and posture, creativity and a positive attitude.
Fitness Works
Fitness-to-go - 1 hour
A workout inspired to teach you the top 10 toning exercises that you can do anytime, and anywhere, to keep on top of your fitness regime with minimal equipment.
Fitness Circuit - 1 hour
General fitness is a pre-requisite for this programme as it offers an all round high-energy workout for the whole body. Moving the body non-stop is an efficient and safe way to rev up your metabolism, burn calories and get you moving. Improve your overall fitness and endurance with this uplifting workout.
Some of our complimentary wellness programmes are available on a private one-to-one and ‘two persons” basis in the luxurious surroundings of your private villa.
A Private Wellness Menu has been specially created to inspire, educate and motivate you to achieve your personal goals, so much that you will wish to continue when you return home.
As an incentive to stay well during your time with us at Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, preferential rates apply for multiple sessions of your choice pre-booked in blocks of either 3 or 5.
Spiritual Programmes - 90 minutes THB 3800 per person*
Yoga
Yoga will strengthen and stretch your whole body/mind improving the workings of your circulation, respiration and digestive systems. The nervous system is calmed and invigorated and the brain enters a new dimension of concentration and focus sharpening mental faculties. Yoga is a holistic practice – a philosophy that can be integrated into daily life. This can benefit and alter one’s sense of meaning and purpose answering many of our deepest questions. Yoga can enrich the quality of relationships at home, at work and in all aspects of community life. This is only the beginning of the experience and benefits you will start to feel when you practice this ancient system of self-care and self-development. Yoga may be practiced by anyone - regardless of age, gender, health, religion or race.
Yogic Breathing (Pranayama)
Prana is the vital force in the body and Ayama means to stretch or control. Pranayama is an art of proper breathing for healthy respiration. This session includes the chanting of sacred mantras and meditative relaxation to enhance a state of peacefulness and awareness in the mind and body.
Hatha Yoga
Hatha yoga is the basic discipline to practice the Yogic concept for well-beings. You are introduced to the philosophy of Asana or various body postures and their benefits gradually over a time. We highly recommend a practice program of 10 sessions for beginners.
Kriya Yoga
The word kriya means "to do” or "to transform." Experience a series of different body postures along with some inner cleansing techniques. Kriya yoga is a concentrated approach to self-discovery and spiritual enlightenment: awakening to an expanded knowledge of the infinite and cosmic processes.
Children’s Yoga
This is a highly creative session with emphasis on improvement of flexibility, coordination and focus. The use of animated poses and basic stretching exercises promote strength and body awareness. Breathing and visualization techniques teach kids how to focus, relax and develop self-control.
Surya Namaskar
Rise with the sun and become part of our earth’s morning rhythm. Commonly known as ‘sun salutations’ we honor the sun by performing a sequence of mindful poses (asanas).
Hatha Vinyasa
Our most advanced class, suitable for those who are more familiar with a ‘movement based’ practice and have some yoga experience. ‘Vinyasa’ is a flowing sequence of asanas coordinated with the breath. Tone and strengthen your body and mind with this lively session.
Introduction to Guided Meditation
Meditation is a healing process that will help you discover an inner oneness and stillness. Meditation can be profoundly uplifting, calming and emotional. It will encourage self-discipline, correct breathing, posture and attitudes.
Spiritual Exercise
This session focuses on an ancient mediation techniques. Just as our muscles require exercise to stay in shape, our spiritual muscles also require exercise! Our life force, our spiritual flow will loose its creativity and power should we leave it unattended and under-nourished. This Spiritual Exercise is a wonderful way to release negative feelings and to harness forgiveness and understanding of our repeated behavioral patterns. This will help us develop gratitude within our daily life and guide us with our next step on our spiritual journey.
*Price is subject to 10% service charge and 7% VAT.