Samastha

Samastha Yoga & Meditation Centre is set back from Jalan Pancoran Timur in South Jakarta. It has two practice spaces: Pendopo Surya, an open-sided wooden pavilion surrounded by tropical garden, and the indoor Studio Chandra. The aim is a retreat-style setting without leaving the city.

Classes run every day, with the first at 7am and the last starting around 7.30pm. Most last about 75 minutes. Each class has a colour-coded level. Complete beginners should start with Basic Yoga or Beginner Yoga. Morning, afternoon and evening flows, Hatha, Deep Stretch and Gentle Stretch are open to all levels, while Inversion, Arm Balance, Backbend and Hip Opening are for intermediate students. Slower options include Yin Yoga with Singing Bowl, Yang to Yin, Yoga Nidra, group guided meditation and the Breathing Space sound-healing journey, and there are dedicated Yoga for Women and Yoga for Men classes.

Every regular class costs Rp 149,000, and packages are also available. Book through an account on the Samastha website. Mats are provided, so first-timers only need comfortable clothes and a water bottle.