The Lotus Shala

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Find your space and stillness amongst the lotus ponds

Named for the eight small lotus ponds that surround it, an homage to Buddhism’s Noble Eightfold Path and our shared journey toward mindfulness, the Lotus Shala has stood as Kampong Cham’s first purpose-built yoga space since we opened in 2018. Constructed entirely from locally sourced bamboo, its open-air layout frames sweeping Mekong River views, a carpet of blooming lotus ponds, and a small Buddhist altar at its centre. Just a brief garden walk from every bungalow and eco-cottage, it brings you close to nature while staying within easy reach of all resort amenities.

Here we host daily yoga classes, guided meditation sessions, and occasional specialty workshops, all led by our resident teachers. As part of our commitment to not only supporting but embracing our local communities, our guest teachers offer free community classes to locals from nearby villages as part of our karma yoga. Whether you join a sunrise or sunset session, the Lotus Shala brings guests and locals together to practice, connect, and support Hanchey’s social-enterprise mission - one mindful breath at a time.

We offer a complimentary Sunrise Yoga class at 7:00 AM and Sunset Yoga class at 6:00 PM every Monday-Friday for all guests when our teacher is available. Please enquire when booking for more information.

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Two children practicing partner yoga on mats at sunset on a covered outdoor deck overlooking a river and landscape.

Discover our secluded
mountaintop haven
for self-discovery and self-reflection

Two children practicing partner yoga on mats inside a bamboo pavilion at sunset, overlooking a lake and trees.
Silhouette of a woman practicing yoga on a mat at sunset near water with plants in the background.

The Lotus Shala is the home of our yoga and meditation offerings at Hanchey - a unique piece of architecture, both in Cambodia and in the world. Built entirely with locally sourced bamboo, and surrounded by the lotus ponds from which it draws its name, this shala provides the perfect opportunity to embrace the natural beauty of Kampong Cham for sunrise and sunset sessions.

A Serene Space For Holistic Wellness

  • Yoga Practice

    Naturally lit

    An expansive, naturally lit space with fluid lines and gentle acoustics sets the stage for invigorating yoga sessions that harmonize movement and mindfulness.that harmonize movement and mindfulness.

  • Meditation

    The serene environment immersed in soft natural light and quiet, organic sounds invites deep meditation and self-reflection.

  • Community Yoga

    As part of our local outreach, warm and inclusive setting that fosters connection and empowerment makes it the ideal gathering place for free yoga sessions, uniting the local community in wellness.

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Share your practice as a resident teacher

Each season, Hanchey welcomes a new resident teacher to bring fresh energy and unique practice to our Lotus Shala. Our teachers lead guests through diverse yoga flows, relaxed meditation sessions, and specialist workshops—keeping every visit inspired and aligned. At the same time, classes are a bridge to our local community through sharing the practice with our staff and our local community through weekend karma yoga sessions. Guests return time and again excited to experience the next teacher’s approach, and our community thrives on the continual exchange of ideas and compassionate practice.

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People sitting on mats inside a bamboo hut, stretching with their hands on their heads during a yoga or meditation session.

We invite experienced instructors to apply at any time. In return, you’ll enjoy sabay living in a private eco-cottage, nourishing meals from our Bamboo Restaurant, and a supportive team ready to help you host retreats or events. Ready to share your practice and grow with us? Click below to learn more about our Resident Yoga Teacher opportunities and apply.

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