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Pure Flow Yoga

About

Nestled in the natural surroundings of Tambon Ban Tai on Koh Phangan, Thailand, Pure Flow Yoga is a retreat and training space founded by Francie Fishman — known in the yoga world as Francie La Flow. With over fifteen years of experience and more than 200 retreats and teacher trainings delivered, Francie has built a practice rooted in genuine transformation rather than surface-level wellness. The studio earned recognition two years running and was featured in The Guardian as one of the top retreats in the world, a reflection of the depth and consistency of its work.

At the heart of Pure Flow Yoga is Francie's signature approach, which weaves together trauma-informed yoga, somatic practice, sacred sound, and vocal embodiment work. This distinctive combination sets the studio apart from more conventional yoga offerings. Francie's own experience of losing her voice following an acute trauma event in 2016 became the catalyst for a deeper exploration of the relationship between emotional wellbeing, the nervous system, and human expression. That personal reckoning shaped the methods she now shares with students and retreat participants.

The studio serves sensitive, thoughtful people who are ready to develop a more grounded relationship with themselves. Offerings include immersive week-long retreats combining yoga, meditation, voice activation, and sound work, as well as 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings and private one-on-one sessions. There is also an online programme called Rising Resonance, a six-week voice and embodiment course for those unable to attend in person. Testimonials from past participants consistently describe the experience as genuinely life-changing — one retreat guest noted that arriving with little yoga background and an open mind, he left feeling transformed both physically and mentally.

What makes Pure Flow Yoga distinct is not just the breadth of its offerings but the clear personal philosophy behind them. Francie's trauma-informed facilitation draws on years of study across yoga, psychology, somatic therapy, plant medicine traditions, and expressive arts. The result is a space where participants are invited to reconnect with their authentic voice — not as a performance, but as a lived, embodied experience of presence and self-trust. For those drawn to meaningful practice in a natural setting, Pure Flow Yoga offers something quietly rare.

Reviews

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★★★★★4.8(41)
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Mardin Najat
★★★★★

I have once participated in a vocal activation group sessions held by Francis in Ubud, Bali. Despite me being shy and bad at singing, she had the power to make me and others feel safe and guide us through. Not only I benefited from the session, I had a lot of fun too. I have also joined her 7-day vocal activation challenge, which brought healing in ways I never imagined. Also, I had two private sessions of Compassionate Inquiry with her and I can't recommend it enough. I'm still amazed by the healing power of this tool and Francis's guidance and compassion.

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Michelle Vernaroli
★★★★★

I'm so lucky I found this magical place! The yoga shala is tucked away at the edge of the jungle, just above Bamboo Huts Resort. It's a beautiful, open concept space with a tree top views and natural lighting. I have such a powerful connection to my personal practice and the yoga community here in the bay - it keeps me coming back year after year! Daily classes are accessible for all levels, with each teacher bringing their own unique voice, tradition, and style. Pure Flow Yoga is a place to feel free, to be yourself, to share your experiences, your journey, and your ever-evolving yoga practice!

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Marina Bergmann
★★★★★

Magical! First of all, the shala is located in the jungle, surrounded by abundant nature and only 5 min away from a stunning beach (Haad Yuan). The place is isolated from chaotic traffic so it's perfect to relax and turn inward. There aren't many restaurants around the area, but the few ones around are just amazing. The teachers are incredible and always happy to help and support the students, with active Vinyasa classes in the morning and gentle flow/Yin yoga in the afternoon. The retreat balances between meditation/pranayama sessions, yoga classes and workshops. Besides that, they offer a steam room and a massage pass which is great to find more relaxation and self-care. Pure Flow Yoga truly is a hidden gem!!!

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Paula González Knop
★★★★★

A magical and wonderful place! I booked a one-week retreat and ended up extending for one more! I loved the dinamic of the classes, the schedule, the workshops and the beautiful shala in the midle of the jungle! Sophie and Ellanah are the most beautiful souls, both irradiating good energy and sharing their wisdom and love. This retreat was everything I hoped for and more, and would definitely join again! Namaste

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Lucia Poulter
★★★★★

One of my favourite yoga experiences hands down. Practicing yoga in a beautiful space right in the jungle is wonderful to say the least. I have been lucky enough to do both Francie's retreat and attend her ongoing classes and I can highly recommend both the experience of the retreat and the amazing classes they have on offer. a life changing experience in a beautiful part of the world with really wonderful teachers. Thank you !

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