Zumba in Phuket

Zumba in Phuket

Zumba is a unique workout, one that has taken the fitness world by storm. Essentially, Zumba is an energetic infusion of Latin-style dances. During a workout, you will shake your hips, you will dance to the pulse of loud music, you will laugh, you will sweat and you will leave a Zumba class feeling energized and refreshed.

Zumba Phuket

Zumba was trademarked in the United States, but it has become a worldwide phenomenon. It is a really fun fitness class that focuses on the workout aspect of dance. Zumba incorporates a wide variety of Latin-style dance moves and techniques and allows focusing less on the details of the dance genre and more on having fun.

Zumba and weight loss

If you are looking to shape up and lose a bit of weight, enrolling in a Zumba class can definitely help. Although Zumba is no magic elixir, the class presents itself in a way that is more appealing to those who do not necessarily enjoy a gym or the treadmill. Zumba allows you to spend an intense hour moving your body, and dancing to really loud, upbeat music with your friends and classmates. Zumba gets the heart rate up, offers a physical challenge and is a great way to start working out. All of these factors combined allow Zumba to put you on a path to shed a few pounds while having a lot of fun.

Zumba as a full body workout

Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness class that generally lasts between 60 – 90 minutes. It provides a workout for the entire body. Head and shoulder rolls loosen up the neck and warm the upper body, while the fancy footwork stretches and strengthens the ankles and calves. Hips and abs are well worked through the Latin dance style, and thighs, although sore after a class, will start to become stronger. The mandatory warm-ups and cool-downs and the beginning and end of each Zumba class focus on flexibility, and the energetic class offers so many heart-health benefits. Once you join a class and start moving and shaking, your body’s muscles will awaken and come alive.

The five health benefits of Zumba

Due to the upbeat nature of any Zumba class, you will feel the motivation to keep moving. The music is fast and contagious, and this sensational dance fitness class truly offers so many health benefits including the following:

  1. Fat and calorie burning – Zumba varies in intensity, but it is an aerobic activity with interval training. Classes are choreographed with Latin-style dance moves and also incorporate a variety of fitness moves including squats, wall push-ups and plyometric jumps. All of this fast-paced movement allows the average person to burn anywhere between 600 to 1,000 calories per class.
  1. Improved coordination – Zumba’s fast moves and fancy footwork help improve coordination. The more Zumba classes you participate in, the better your coordination will become and this is something that is so important as we start to grow older.
  1. Aerobic benefits – Reaching your target heart-rate in Zumba is often much easier than in an average workout class at any local gym. The music played in Zumba classes is often at 145 beats per minute, and moving around so quickly begins to feel natural. Zumba classes also help to build stamina and endurance as exercising at this accelerated rate increases the strength of your heart.
  1. Increased confidence – Zumba allows you to lower your inhibitions through dancing. The dance moves help improve posture and coordination, but most importantly make you feel good. Let’s face it, when you feel good it immediately reflects on your mood and your appearance. A little bit of Latin-style dance can go a really long way in helping you gain better confidence and boost your mood.
  1. Social benefits – Zumba allows you to meet and interact with like-minded individuals who love to dance. Chances are when you join a Zumba class you will meet a lot of interesting and fun people. The social aspect of Zumba is so important for a fitness class as the nurturing environment will make you want to succeed and boost your Zumba classmates up as well. Many establishments that hold weekly Zumba classes often also have Zumba parties which allow you to invite your friends.

Do you Zumba?

 Zumba in Phuket

Zumba is the type of workout class where absolutely anyone can join in. Classes are offered at all levels, and if you are a first-time it is quite easy to follow the instructor and jump right into the class. There is not a large learning curve for a Zumba class, instead it is full of music and dance and the sheer thrill and fun of each class is highly infectious.

Zumba in Phuket

Interested in trying Zumba? Here at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center, we offer a variety of Zumba classes including Zumba Toning and Zumba Fitness. Our Zumba teacher is lively and fun, and the dance fitness class lasts for one hour. If you would like to drop in and see what Zumba is all about, a single class is 350THB. More information about Zumba and our other fitness activities can be found by calling +66 (0) 76 330 600 or just fill out the form below. We are looking forward to dancing with you!

Full Fast Program

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Full fast is a full cleanse program specially designed to enable maximum results. You will have no food / no juice but only drink water with cleanses drinks and nutrition supplements. Participants of this program will be subjected to the most powerful, yet natural, body detoxification processes. This program is suitable for those who have detoxification experience and are determined to go deeper for cleanse. A thorough pre-cleanse is also important for the full fast.

Juice Fast Program

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Juice fast is a cleanse program to nourish and detoxify the body by drinking fresh fruits and vegetable juice. The key is to hydrate and nourish your cells with the correct vitamins, enzymes, minerals and antioxidants. Guests participating in the Juice Fast Program have higher energy levels allowing them to take advantage of the various activities available at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center.

Raw Fast Program

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Raw food fast brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests looking for a long lasting and sustainable post program experience. With a balanced and nutritionally delicious set raw food menu in addition to the regular fasting supplements and a complete program of daily therapies, including regular cleansing sessions, this program is designed to optimize the detoxification process in every way. A raw food diet has shown to increase energy levels, which is great for taking part in many of Santosa’s activities.

Chakra Healing on Phuket with Anne Haack

Chakra Healing on Phuket with Anne Haack

In April Anne Haack, traveller, artist, DJ and experienced certified Yoga Teacher, Ayurveda Healing Massage Therapist and Reiki and Chakra Healer, who has been immersing herself into healing arts and yoga for the past 15 years, will be at Santosa. In these two days in April you will get the chance to learn about Chakra Healing and Meditation.

8 April 2016: 4pm – 5pm Chakra Dance Meditation (FREE)

9 April 2016: 1:30pm – 4pm Chakra Vinyasa Flow Workshop – 1,000THB/person

On these two days you can book Private Chakra Healing Treatments with Anna Haack for 1,500THB (1.5h).

If you are interested, want to know more or want to book, just call us or fill out the form at the bottom.

UPDATE: Only a few spots Left! Book the FREE Class at the bottom of the Page! (Enquiry)

 

8. April: Chakra Dance Meditation (FREE)

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9. April: Chakra Vinyasa Flow Yoga & Meditation 

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A Day at the Santosa SPA

A Day at the Santosa SPA

Santosa Spa Overview

Nurturing the connection between body, mind and spirit, the Santosa Spa encompasses the ethos of the Santosa Detox and Wellness Center. Drawing from Eastern and Western healing techniques, as well as utilizing modern technology, the traditional and signature treatments available at Santosa Spa have been curated to support a continuing detox and wellness journey.

Santosa Spa Setting

Situated against a lush green backdrop with commanding views over Kata Beach and the Andaman Sea, the state of the art facilities combined with the welcoming environment make Santosa Spa the most unique spa on the island. Our spa therapists and practitioners are not only highly qualified, but also knowledgeable and supportive. If you are new to spa treatments, any questions you might have will be answered thoroughly, and the kind demeanor of the staff will make you feel at ease.

Fun fact: We pride ourselves on being the only spa in Phuket to make their own fragrance infused coconut oil.

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The Benefits of Spa Treatments

Spas around the world, although unique in treatments and massages, strive towards the main goal of offering treatments that promote health and wellness as well as nurture the body and clear the mind. Some of the biggest benefits that can be reaped from a day at the spa or continual spa visits include:

 

 

  1. Opportunities to de-stress
  2. Deeper intuition of your health
  3. Mental stimulation
  4. Weight loss
  5. Detoxification
  6. Anti-aging remedies
  7. Regulation of blood pressure
  8. Improved flexibility and breathing
  9. Enhanced sleeping patterns
  10. Combating body aches and pains

Spas do more than just make you look good, and the Santosa Spa is no exception. Our massages and treatments are tailored to enhance both mental and physical well-being. Stress plays such a big factor in our everyday lives, and finding time to de-stress and pamper yourself even if it is for just a short while, allows the body and mind to relax, rejuvenate and recharge. Visiting a spa is definitely a great way to improve your overall health, and the Santosa Spa menu hosts a wide variety of excellent massages and treatments to start you on your way.

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Santosa Spa Menu

Traditional Massage

Santosa Spa offers a wide variety of traditional spa treatments encompassing a variety of techniques. Our traditional massage menu boasts Royal Thai Traditional Massage, Thai Warm Oil Massage, Lymphatic Drainage Massage, Warm Oil Cupping Massage and Detox Massage.

Fun fact: Thai Warm Oil Massage releases blocked energy and tension.

Signature Massage

Signature massage treatments available at Santosa Spa include Deep Tissue Massage, Bamboo Massage, Relaxing Siam Aroma Massage, Aloe Vera Massage, Swedish Massage, Reflexology Foot Massage, Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage and Indian Head Massage.

Fun fact: Indian Head Massage slows down heart rate and helps reduce blood pressure.

Signature Treatment

Signature Treatments at Santosa Spa are comprised of Shirodhara & Ayurvedic Massage, Thai Herbal Compress Massage, Hot Stone Therapy, Cupping Therapy, Infrared Dome Sauna, Ion Cleanse Foot Bath, Slimming Hot Blanket and a 4 Stage Anti-cellulite Massage Program.

Fun fact: Cupping Therapy loosens muscle and encourages blood flow.

Beauty Treatments

The well-rounded beauty menu at Santosa Spa offers manicures, pedicures and foot scrubs as well as a Deep Cleansing Facial, a Galvanic Facial, Body Scrub and Body Wrap.

Fun fact: Galvanic Facial brings a high level of nourishment to the skin.

Santosa Spa offers a variety of fantastic massage and beauty treatments at affordable prices. Spa and beauty treatments range in the time frame of 30 minutes to 240 minutes, and can be conveniently booked in to suit even the busiest of schedules.

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To learn more about Santosa Spa or to make a booking, contact Santosa Detox and Wellness Center via phone at +66 (0) 76 330 600 or contact Andrea via email [email protected] or just fill out the form below:

Full Fast Program

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Full fast is a full cleanse program specially designed to enable maximum results. You will have no food / no juice but only drink water with cleanses drinks and nutrition supplements. Participants of this program will be subjected to the most powerful, yet natural, body detoxification processes. This program is suitable for those who have detoxification experience and are determined to go deeper for cleanse. A thorough pre-cleanse is also important for the full fast.

Juice Fast Program

Santosa Resort Detox Wellness Spa Yoga Retreat Kata Beach Phuket Thailand DETOX PROGRAMS Juicefast 600X600

Juice fast is a cleanse program to nourish and detoxify the body by drinking fresh fruits and vegetable juice. The key is to hydrate and nourish your cells with the correct vitamins, enzymes, minerals and antioxidants. Guests participating in the Juice Fast Program have higher energy levels allowing them to take advantage of the various activities available at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center.

Raw Fast Program

Santosa Resort Detox Wellness Spa Yoga Retreat Kata Beach Phuket Thailand DETOX PROGRAMS Rawfast 600X600

Raw food fast brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests looking for a long lasting and sustainable post program experience. With a balanced and nutritionally delicious set raw food menu in addition to the regular fasting supplements and a complete program of daily therapies, including regular cleansing sessions, this program is designed to optimize the detoxification process in every way. A raw food diet has shown to increase energy levels, which is great for taking part in many of Santosa’s activities.

The Benefits of Aerial Yoga

The Benefits of Aerial Yoga

Aerial Yoga is a new kind of yoga workout. Invented by aerial performer Christopher Harrison, a former gymnast and Broadway choreographer, Aerial Yoga is a practice of Hatha yoga that combines traditional yoga poses, pilates and dance movements with the use of a soft fabric hammock suspended just a few feet off of the ground. The Aerial Yoga hammock functions as both a swing and a soft trapeze, and it offers full support to the hips while doing back bends and forward bends.

Aerial Yoga at Santosa Phuket
Described as yoga with a twist, the Aerial Yoga practice defies gravity and allows participants to perform a variety of yoga poses that prove to be challenging on the ground, but are much easier in mid-air. Not only is Aerial Yoga a fun new fitness trend, it is also a great way combat stress. The practice also offers up some serious health benefits, which include:

Total Body Workout

Aerial Yoga forces nearly all of the body parts to move and stretch. The movements of the practice tone and redefine the muscles, and strengthen the joints. More importantly, Aerial Yoga allows for decompression of the spine due to the series of inversions practiced during the class.

Anti Gravity Yoga

Improves Flexibility

With the aid of the hammock, Aerial Yoga helps participants move more freely with less effort. Being suspended in the air helps to release tension on the bones and muscles, allowing for an increase in flexibility. Aerial Yoga strengthens the body’s core muscles, and the inversions practiced in the class increase flexibility in both the spine and shoulders.

Increases Strength

While practicing Aerial Yoga, the body becomes more flexible and much stronger. This new found strength carries over into daily activities. Many Aerial Yoga lovers believe the practice to be as beneficial as cross-training due to the fact that the core workout increases stamina.

Aids Digestion

Aerial Yoga presents a wide variety of stretches and movements that help improve the digestive system. Regular participants of Aerial Yoga have noticed a vast improvement in their digestive systems, including less constipation and indigestion.1H4A1371-1

Reactivates the Body

While participating in an Aerial Yoga class, be prepared to sweat. Sweating has a lot of health benefits, and is vital to the functioning of your internal body. Aerial Yoga gets the blood flowing, and blood circulation reactivates the circulatory, respiratory and digestive systems. Sweat nourishes the skin, as well as boosts brain activity related to intelligence and memory.

Be Creative at Aerial Yoga

In addition to the above mentioned health benefits of Aerial Yoga, it is also important to note that the practice is both spiritually uplifting and psychologically beneficial. Similar to other workouts, Aerial Yoga relieves the body of stress thus rebuilding your emotional system by clearing your mind. Much like other yoga practices, the benefits of Aerial Yoga tend to carry over outside of the classroom and away from the hammock. Participants find themselves less stressed in their daily lives, which leads to higher productivity and creativity. Creative, productive people tend to not only be happier, but also more optimistic. Aerial Yoga promotes emotional, spiritual and psychological health; the practice truly is as good for the soul as it is for the body.

Aerial Yoga

Before enrolling in an Aerial Yoga class, there are a few important things to remember. Firstly, leave your expectations behind. Don’t be afraid of the hammock; trust it. Pay attention to your instructor, and keep your mind open to the experience.

Is Aerial Yoga for Beginners?

There are no fitness level restrictions for Aerial Yoga. Even if you have never taken a yoga class before, you most likely will be amazed at the things your body is able to do. Everyone has different bodies and varying fitness levels, so if you are feeling a little nervous or confidence levels are low before your first class, it is important to remember this.

 

Although Aerial Yoga is beneficial, it is not recommended for women who are pregnant, anyone who suffers from vertigo, or those who have recently had an eye surgery. If you fall into those three categories, please consult your physician for advice.

In order to reap the benefits of an Aerial Yoga class, it’s important to follow a few simple rules:

5 Rules for Aerial Yoga

  1. Wear comfortable clothing that will allow movement, such as yoga pants and a fitted top
  2. Arrive well-hydrated, and eat a light snack prior to class
  3. Observe good personal hygiene
  4. Be considerate of the people around you
  5. Remove jewelry prior to class and arrive barefoot

Aerial Yoga on Phuket

Aerial Yoga truly is a fun, innovative fitness trend. Santosa Phuket is proud to have been the first center on the island to offer Aerial Yoga. Our weekly classes are still very popular, and we welcome you to join us in our pavilion to begin your journey with Aerial Yoga. Classes are held Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 18:00pm – 19:00pm. For more information, please call 076 330 600 or fill out the Form.

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The ’S’ in Santosa is for Sublime

The ’S’ in Santosa is for Sublime

The feeling of truly being clean is hard to come by.

I never expected to find myself doing a detox. Then in the middle of July I found myself right in the middle of it. I came to Santosa with an open spirit, ready for what they put in front of me. I sat down at the first morning meeting and I heard everyone talk about their detoxes and I found fear running up my legs to my chest and to my head. I was truly afraid that I wouldn’t be able to detox, that I was unable to control my cravings. Fear can work wonders into pushing you to do things, but it was truly pulling me back.

But then I met Sandra. As I have lived in the budding new generation I have come to understand that we humans look for knowledge in other humans. If you ask me, Sandra is highly intelligent in the world of detox. When I started asking her about the little things such as my fear of the colema, and not eating while on the juice fast; she responded with a resounding acuteness. She told me that the colema (colonic) was easier than a walk in the park, and that your energy level while on the juice diet may be far greater than your energy on your normal diet. She set some high expectations for me but I began to become excited to overcome temptation and cleanse my body.

As I started my first day of the Juice detox I did not know what to expect, but I showed up to all the events thinking they were mandatory for keeping such a detox, but I was wrong.
I was relieved to find out that I did not have to show up to every activity, because my limbs weren’t made for yoga.
In Santosa they don’t even pressure you to try all the activities they have planned, they just write it on the board and give you the opportunity to try new things.

I had my first colonic coffee break; this was probably a more horrifying thought than anything. I was wrong. The colonic, just as Sandra said, was a breeze. I walked out of the room a kilo lighter, and surprisingly energized. I skipped my way to the juice bar enjoyed the fresh coconut juice and then experienced another revelation at Santosa. The juices they made for me tasted like rainbows and vegan unicorns. The juice was magnificent. I drank the juice very quickly as if I hadn’t drunk in years and urged for more.

I looked at my schedule and saw that my next juice was to be consumed in an hour. Oh was I excited. I walked from the juice bar to the gym on the second floor. I was afraid that because I wasn’t eating carbs that I would not have enough energy. I was wrong, yet again. I sprang onto the treadmill and ran an easy mile in six minutes without gasping for one last breath of fresh air.

I also have to give it up to the Thai Boxing instructor, Chalarm Kao. As I punched into his pads as hard as I could he would yell at me “no balance, no good.” He was right, and he showed me that if I punch as hard as I can without a conscious balance that I am easy to knock down. That kickboxing class has been a highlight of my time here and I am hoping I can find someone nearly as good as he is in Miami to keep me going!

As I am now finished with my Juice Fast one of the most remarkable things I will always remember about my detox is the unreal amount of energy I had. I was able to function all day, and only became tired when I wanted to go to sleep. I was an energizer bunny soaring through the day with nothing stopping my charge. I have to throw in another perspective for you to look from.

I am from Miami Beach, Florida. That’s a city where life never stops and the only great views are the beaches. I was dying to go to Thailand, relax and see true beauty in nature. I then got afraid that because I was detoxing in a wellness center that I would not be able to travel Thailand a little. I’m not a bad student, but I was wrong again. Freedom is served daily here. I was able to leave the resort and make my way to the beach and swim with the fish.

If I wasn’t in the mood to leave the resort I was able to just look around me because Santosa is in the middle of a mountain with an astonishing view of the sunset, and Big Buddha to cap that off.

Another untold secret about Santosa is their staff. I don’t know how they hire these people and what their interviewing system is like, but I was dumbfounded to realize that every single staff member here is perfect for their job, and even more so; their politeness is top of the key. I walked around feeling like a real “sir,” and I have not once been disappointed with the service here in Santosa.

Although I make detoxing sound super easy, it still is quite tough because you’re challenging yourself to try something new and it is a mind game, but everyone can win.

One of the biggest factors in Santosa that helps you truly enjoy your detox is the environment. There is not one point in time where I questioned the campus. I always basked in the sublime that Santosa provides, and when you start to cleanse your body you expect the place where you detox to be clean as well. Santosa is sparkling pure. There has never been a time here when I felt dirty, and it’s like you’re walking in a world created by Dr. Seuss. Santosa truly understands that while someone cleanses their body, they are expected to cleanse their environment and they have done just that. Even the people here are very clean, and that’s surprisingly also a relief.

So now to the massages – I hate when people touch me. Oh I am around seventy percent extroverted but I cannot stand when people just touch me. This is where I praise the masseuses. I decided that I would take advantage of my detox massage and let them press their hands against my back for an hour. I condemn myself for being so cynical about it. Have you ever closed your eyes and seen the light. I have. In my first Thai massage, and every single one after it in the perfect world of Santosa. I lay on the massage bed and felt the knots in my back release. I felt the warm oil swarm my legs and create a sensation on my body. I praise Santosa for changing my perspective on massages. I always thought that massages were a waste of time but I would be ecstatic to spend twenty four hours on one of those massage beds letting those godly hands relieve the stress from my body.
I never realized how crucial massages are in the detox process until I truly experienced it myself.

My detox was amazing. I would do it all over again if I had the time. Santosa has played a major role in my life as it changed my perspective on a myriad of personal objections. The team at Santosa knows how to give every one of their guests the best times, and the amount of personal attention you get at Santosa proves that. I would never ever have expected myself to detox and cleanse my body, but thanks to Santosa; I did. Now I will always maintain a yearning for personal cleanliness. In the great words of the warlord Justin Bieber: “Never Say Never.”

Breathwork – manage your stress through breathing

Breathwork – manage your stress through breathing

“Practicing regular, mindful breathing can be calming and energizing and can even help with stress-related health problems ranging from panic attacks to digestive disorders.”
Andrew Weil, M.D.

Do you feel there is a power outside of you that directs your life?

Do you seem never to be able to complete things?

Do you find it difficult to surrender to love?

Do you feel vulnerable under certain circumstances?

Are you addicted in any way?

Is the feeling of responsibility sometimes overwhelming?

Do you expect others to help you solve your issues, or “rescue” you?

Breathwork is one of the oldest methods for transformation and physical well-being, creating deeper harmony, spiritual connection and joy. The simple process of breathing, fully and deeply, empowers us out of feeling as a “victim”.

When we consciously breathe we release the emotional and negative charge out of our cell memory and the primary result is an experience of clarity at all level.

By learning how to use breathing as a transformational tool, we learn how to free ourselves at every level and a regular practice will energize us, empowering us to use our potential for joy, aliveness, vitality, spiritual awareness and peace.

Join us at Santosa Wellness and Detox center, for Breathing Class every Wednesday, from 11:00 to 12:00, with Susanna Eduini, Certified Breathwork Practitioner.

“We are the stars which sing,
We sing with our light;
We are the birds of fire,
We fly over the sky.
Our light is a voice:
We make a road
For the spirit to pass over.”
–  Algonquin Song of the Stars