Yansa Studio

A must-visit spot in Koh Samui! Valérie’s kindness and professionalism are truly incredible. Her radiant smile and her absolute passion for teaching dance are second to none. Having traveled extensively and trained at various studios around the world, I can confidently say this was my absolute best experience. Valérie managed to elevate my salsa to a whole new level—something no other instructor has ever been able to do. ​I am infinitely grateful. A thousand thanks!

A Transformative Sound Healing Experience at Yansa Studio ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I stumbled upon Yansa Studio in the most serendipitous way over lunch at my favorite restaurant. I met Kathy, one of the teachers, and we struck up a conversation that quickly turned to health and healing. Through that exchange, she mentioned a sound healing session happening that very evening. I’ve always been curious about sound healing but had put it on hold since moving to Thailand. That night felt like a nudge from the universe, and I decided to attend. I arrived a few minutes early and was warmly welcomed, invited in from the heat, and told to make myself comfortable. The atmosphere inside was calm and inviting. I laid down on my back and closed my eyes as the team finished setting up a beautiful array of instruments crystal bowls, metal singing bowls, an ocean drum, a rain stick, and two mid-sized gongs. As more participants arrived, I shifted into a lotus position to quietly observe the space and energy. When the session began, Valerie, the instructor, gently introduced what we were about to experience. Her voice was steady and soothing. She explained the basics of sound healing and how different frequencies interact with our brain waves, creating opportunities to move from Beta (our busy, thinking mind) into Alpha, Theta, and even Delta states the deeper waves where restoration and insight often occur. For someone like me, whose mind is usually buzzing in high Beta due to a thirst for learning and a tendency toward overthinking, finding inner stillness is a challenge. But just minutes into the session, with the help of my breath and the surrounding resonance, I felt my mind soften and release. My body melted into the floor, grounded by the earth, and for the first time in a long while, I felt true peace. With my eyes closed, I drifted into a dreamlike state, oscillating between Alpha and deeper waves of consciousness. I even brushed up against Theta and Delta moments. What truly surprised me were the visions that came vivid, spontaneous, and full of meaning. Insights surfaced that my waking mind had long buried or blocked. It felt like a gentle unlocking of something deeper. This was more than a relaxing experience it was transformative. I’ve never had anything quite like it. I’ll absolutely be making this part of my weekly routine. Sessions are held every Sunday at 7 PM, and because space is limited, I recommend reserving in advance. If you’ve ever been curious about sound healing, frequency, or simply want to reconnect with yourself through nature and vibration, Yansa Studio is a beautiful place to begin. Whether you’re looking for peace, insight, or simply rest, I highly recommend giving it a try.

Hey people If you are reading this to help determine if the dance classes here and sound healing sessions are worth checking out, my vote is a very solid yes!.. Valerie is exceptionally capable and personable. Has been teaching for many years and is connected with a great community of people on and off of Samui. Dance classes; Beginners classes are easy going, fun and I think possibly the most progressive beginners classes I’ve attended before. Intermediate classes, partner work varied and designed to meet levels of attendees and the solo work at the beginning tends to yield a healthy amount of laughter. Students attending are welcoming, good, fun people as well. A healthy number of socials available within the group each week. Sound healing; Aside from the wonderful benefits we know about - calming the internal systems (sometimes to the point of falling asleep), and tuning the body and mind towards healthy vibrations, Valerie provides a very grounding and peaceful energy in this environment. Also with a wider array of instruments here than I recall seeing before. An absolute treasure!