Phuket Meditation Center

During my backpacking trip through Southeast Asia, I came across this meditation center in Phuket, and it felt like perfect timing. The next retreat was happening while I was there. I spent an incredibly meaningful week surrounded by people from all over the world, held by the kindness and care of the wonderful Tobi and Parn. I’m grateful for this experience, and I highly recommend it to anyone who feels the need to slow down and reconnect with themselves. Thank you from the heart.

I’m writing this updated review to share how deeply transformative the work with them have been for me over time. What brought me here — and keeps me coming back — is that each retreat takes me deeper. There are times I find myself thinking, ‘Even ayahuasca and iboga combined can’t match the clarity and transformation of this work.’" The changes aren’t always obvious right away, but as time passes, I notice that the choices I make in life are shifting — because the way I think is also changing. With that in mind, I genuinely hope many people get the opportunity to experience a retreat at Phuket Meditation Center. Still, I know it’s not a path for everyone it’s for those with the courage and curiosity to explore beyond the limits of what we usually believe life to be. Before meeting Tobi, I didn’t think a clear, guided path to the end of suffering even existed. I also had no idea that such a journey could be completely independent of wealth or financial status The retreat is arranged in a way that gives me completely stress-free days — it reminds me of being a kid, when I could simply be. The mornings start early with excursions, yet interestingly, I’ve never overslept once; the sleep I get here is always so deeply restorative. The schedule isn’t crammed with endless activities, which leaves space to rest, reflect, and enjoy the moment. There’s also the option to join yoga, which I highly recommend. It’s slow, gentle, and deeply relaxing — and the teacher’s soothing voice feels almost hypnotic. Parn has such a warm and caring presence. She takes beautiful photos, serves tea with genuine kindness, greets everyone with warmth, and somehow makes coconut time feel special every single day. Tobi and Parn are refreshingly real — they look and act like ordinary people, not like the “spiritual” image many might expect (I say that coming from beeing around a lot of spiritual modalities and not in a condecending way). And yet, what they are doing for the world through this work is truly admirable. Thank you so much.

This was my 5th meditation retreat with Tobi and Parn in Phuket. I completed my first retreat several years ago and the profound experience and insights I gained from Tobi during that time has never left me. From the very first moment I met Tobi I felt a genuineness and warmth from him. He has a real gift of seeing you clearly and using his wisdom and knowledge to guide you towards understanding yourself on a deeper level. His guided meditations are instructive and calming. He is a great teacher and you will learn to meditate from him during the retreat. His talks are insightful, relatable and often quite funny. He has a wonderful way of articulating what he is teaching you through humour and stories. I enjoy all his talks immensely and always leave feeling inspired. Parn his wife is loving and kind and really cares about making you feel comfortable. Coco retreat itself is an incredibly beautiful place. The staff are lovely and attentive. I always feel peaceful and at home here the moment I walk through the doors. The power of the daily group meditations and open discussions with the other people on retreat is a magic all in itself and I have made many beautiful friends over the years and continue to remain in touch with them. The mindfulness meditation I have learnt from Tobi and his guidance throughout the years have helped me overcome some incredibly challenging experiences in my life including losing my late partner recently. This time around I was reminded once again of just how special this place is and have gained a deeper understanding of my self. I came to the first retreat desperate to find happiness and have discovered a life long journey of understanding one self and why we suffer. Learning and putting into practice mindfulness meditation has given me the time and space to see myself more clearly, calm my busy mind and experience more peace and happiness now. I am so grateful for discovering Tobi and Parn’s retreats all those years ago and if you’ve made it this far in my review my wish is for you to discover them too 🧘🏼‍♀️🫶🏻🥰 They truly are life changing. Thank you Tobi and Parn for all you do 🙏

I came to the Retreat with a meaning of relaxation, hopefully help for my issues in breathing and came out with so much more after some days of hard work. Every second was worth it, was driving home with a smile in my face for 2 hours and still keep it. It brought me back to my roots, but not just in words. To my deepest roots inside of me. I'm endless grateful khob khun kaa to Tobi, Parn and Dao. They all did more than just a great job 🙏

I was lucky enough to be one of the participants of this transformative, weeklong mindfulness and meditation experience. Tobi and his teachings helped me develop the tools and skills to use meditation to calm my mind, which is so difficult as an over thinker, and to calm my body. From the beautiful locations, the small group setting, and powerful teachings- I have learned so much and have implemented what I learned into my life. I will definitely be back. Coco Retreat and the full package with food and yoga included is the way to go for sure! I didn’t need to think about anything which gave me an opportunity to focus my energy on myself and on healing and restoration. We had delicious, healthy meals and fellowship with the other participants everyday. It was a invigorating reset for my mind, body, and soul! I HIGHLY recommend this retreat. So grateful for this experience. 🤩☀️👍🏽