Dr. Nola Bloom

Nola Bloom is a yoga and meditation teacher based on Koh Phangan, Thailand, where she has lived for nearly two decades and has been teaching for more than 16 years.Originally from Canada, Nola’s yoga journey began during her travels in Thailand and deepened through years of dedicated practice and study. She trained in Ashtanga Yoga, a discipline that continues to influence the strong foundation of her teaching, even as her work has evolved toward more nourishing and restorative practices such as Yin Yoga, meditation, and Yoga Nidra.Over the past 15+ years Nola has taught at many of the island’s most well‑known yoga spaces including The Sanctuary, Orion Healing Centre, Yoga House Café, Arcana, Shivari Art of Life, and other established centers on Koh Phangan, supporting thousands of students through yoga, meditation, and holistic wellness practices.Having lived on Koh Phangan for so many years, Nola offers retreat participants something uniquely special: the guidance of a long‑time resident who knows the island intimately. She loves sharing the quieter beauty of the island — peaceful beaches, waterfalls, jungle paths, and the calming rhythms of nature that make Koh Phangan such a powerful place for retreat and renewal.Nola is also the host of The Blooming Spirit Podcast, where she shares guided meditations and dharma talks inspired by yoga philosophy, nature, and personal experience. Her teaching style is intuitive, grounded, and nurturing, helping students reconnect with themselves and experience the profound nourishment that comes through deep rest and mindful awareness.