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The residency isn't open yet — but our retreats offer the same tools, practices, and community, in just a few days.
School of Life is our vision for a long-term, community-centered living experience in Koh Phangan — currently in development. While we build it, you can experience the same spirit today through our retreats.
The residency isn't open yet — but our retreats offer the same tools, practices, and community, in just a few days.
“We are sparking an ever-evolving global movement by creating transformative living environments where individuals rediscover the essence of being human — unlocking their full potential and inspiring lasting change in the world.”The School of Life
Modern life has pulled us indoors, onto screens, and away from each other. The result is a quiet, global epidemic of disconnection.
Six pillars we're building the entire experience around — meant to be lived daily, not just talked about.
Nourishing, locally sourced, shared meals.
An active, embodied daily rhythm.
Sunlight, jungle, ocean — as the backdrop for every day.
Sharing circles, community dining, real relationships.
Gardening, carpentry, pottery, and making with your hands.
Mentorship and contribution to something larger.
When it opens, residents will commit to stays of one month to a year — long enough for a real lifestyle shift, not just a retreat high.
Daily shared meals, nutritious and locally sourced, at the heart of everyday life.
A consistent daily group journey of reflection, vulnerability, and support.
Gardening, carpentry, and pottery studios for hands-on making.
Daily physical and mindfulness practices, journaling included.
10+ Rai (16,000+ m²) of land in the heart of Koh Phangan — renowned for its natural beauty and spiritual retreats. Designed to inspire calm, growth and connection.
Spacious dormitory and private rooms for long-term stays, with planned capacity for up to 160 residents.
Purpose-built areas for sharing circles, workshops, and group activities.
Space for gardening, meditation, and outdoor exploration, woven into daily life.
Equipped for pottery, carpentry, and creative expression.
Simplicity, sustainability, and harmony with nature — comfortable, never lavish.
Set within an established wellness community, alongside Inner Walk and Wonder Village.
As residents grow, many become guides and mentors themselves — the community shaping and reshaping itself from within.
The founders and facilitators building School of Life.
School of Life is the first ashram-hotel from Emet Way — a growing chain of ashram-inspired hotels built for stillness, community, and renewal.
30+ years in business management; co-founder of Wonder Village and Inner Walk.
Dharma teacher with 20+ years of meditation practice, trained under Zen masters in Japan, Korea, and Thailand.
Startup founder across psychology, education, and entrepreneurship, with a background in building successful educational programs.
Brings deep experience in community building and holistic program design to the School of Life's day-to-day life.
Upcoming events, ceremonies, and community gatherings on the island — a real, live look at what's already happening while the residency comes together.
Times shown in your local timezone. Curious about a longer stay? Explore our retreats.
If something here feels like it's calling you, start with a retreat — or reach out if you just have questions.
Applications for long-term residency aren't open yet. In the meantime, come get a taste with one of our current retreats, or say hello on WhatsApp — we're happy to answer questions.
Koh Phangan, Surat Thani, Thailand