1 World Cafe & Hostel

Just finished a glorious class at 1 world yoga, one of the best yoga classes I've been to. The teacher tailored the class for the participants and gave amazing advice on alignment, breath work and how to relate our physical practice to the spiritual and emotional one (in an accessible way). Would definitely recommend this wonderful class

I can't recommend 1 World Yoga enough! If you're on the fence about attending a class, I am telling you - you will not regret it. I've been practicing yoga for years and completed tons of classes, and this stands out as one of my all time favorite classes. The atmosphere is amazing, and even on a rainy day it was beautiful and the sound of the rain added to the peaceful experience. The studio is right off the main road, but far enough away where you can't really hear any noise from the road. It's a perfect retreat. Not only was the yoga wonderful, but we were led through some medication practices that were very practical and that I can use in my every day life moving forward. Christiana, the instructor, is an amazing instructor but also an amazing person. I absolutely love her! I signed up for an afternoon class and attended again the next day because I enjoyed it so much.

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I had the honor of attending Christina’s yoga class at 1 World Yoga, an experience that truly sets the bar high. Christina, a highly professional instructor, adeptly tailors her class to accommodate everyone's practice, experience, and body limitations. She consistently takes the time to check in with attendees, ensuring a personalized approach.

Initially planning for a 3-day stay in Ella, I found myself extending it to 10 days, primarily due to the immense enjoyment derived from Christina’s class. The peaceful ambiance of 1 World Yoga, with classes conducted in the Yoga Shala, offers the perfect blend of breeze, nature sounds, and occasional visitors like squirrels and birds.

Christina and her husband are in the process of building a retreat near Ella, which sounds incredibly promising. I eagerly anticipate its completion and look forward to returning for the inauguration.

It’s worth noting that attending a class at 1 World Yoga raises the bar so significantly that enjoying classes elsewhere becomes a challenge.

Thank you, Christina, for being a guiding light.

This was one of the best yoga classes I’ve ever attended — and I’ve attended a few. Christina’s gentle way of teaching has set the bar really high and I wonder if I can ever enjoy other yoga classes the same way! She constantly reminds you to be forgiving to your bodies all the while trying to find our limitations and gently nudge them beyond. She will help you find variations for asanas if you find yourself unable to hold it. Her voice is incredibly soothing throughout the practice and the shala is such a haven — very close to the main road and yet an oasis of its own. I highly highly recommend her classes to everyone!

I really recommend this place
If you’re in Ella and you are a yoga fan, don’t miss it.
The place is beautiful and the teacher is really good.
The yoga shala is fully equipped so you can just come

Highly recommend 1 World Yoga Ella with Christina. It’s incredible how through the energy/needs of the group, she guides the class very precisely what needs to be transmuted. Beautiful outdoor and peacefull Yoga Shala. I come every time I can and each class is so empowering and different, she also includes meditation, pranayama and magic in her practice. Please if you are in Ella don’t miss this experience surrounded by peacefully mountains and full of love. Namaste

We had a wonderful class with Christina in Ella. She is a really inspiring instructor. We felt so refreshed and light after the class. They’ve built a beautiful wooden platform surrounded by nature. It was a beautiful atmosphere which I didn’t expect at all having the sign on the the busy high street in the town centre. We will carry this memory with us as one of our happy places and I hope our paths will cross again.

Christina is such an amazing teacher! It's not just a simple asana class, she touches all aspects of yoga, including philosophy, pranayama and meditation And the outdoor shala is lovely!

I came to 1 world yoga to take courses of yoga there because I heard that Devika was the best yoga teacher of arugam bay, and it was absolutly amazing! I was supposed to stay just three days in arugam bay and I extented just to continue yoga sessions. I'm so happy to discover sivananda hatha yoga and yin yoga, two types of practice that I never tried before.
The practice was so powerful, deep and relaxing at the same time. Devika is sincerely benevolent, full of good vibes, she shares her passion by a so beautiful way.
I'm so grateful to have discovered this place.
Thank you devika and Chami for everything!

What a place had an amazing time over there food and yoga was epic aswell.thanks chami and devaki for the amazing hospitality u guys rock.namaste

Amazing vibe, friendly staff, and a delicious vegan burger! Thank you! Hope to come back again:)

I'm so happy to have found this lovely and peaceful place close to the beach. Akila is a great host, making you really feel so comfortable.they're preparing amazing food, focusing on quality! The iced coffee makes my day and the music is just the best in the whole area! They organize a group meditation on Mondays with music jam after, what else to say:) thank you very much

Best vegan cafe in Arugam Bay! The yoga is amazing!
Very nice hostel with a warm and relaxed vibe and a great place too meet people if your travelling on your own:)

We are so glad to have stumbled upon 1World on our trip to Arugam Bay. We ate lunch here twice in our three-day stay. The food is super fresh - we loved the tropical black bean bowl, ceylon smoothie, and avocado toast.and wish we were around long enough to work our way through the rest of the menu. The space itself is a comfortable place to relax. Even on a hot day, it's nice and shaded and is quite cool inside. What's more is that the guys are super friendly, happy and kind - it's good vibes, good music, good food, and especially good people.

Lovely cafe and a great hostel! The staff is so friendly, it really felt like home! Was difficult to leave this place. Thanks for everything!
x Anna

No. 1 chill out spot in arugam bay! Came here everyday for the most amazing avo on toast and coffee slushie (the best iced coffee in the world!) the Devaki rice bowl is also amazing! All the staff here are so lovely and will make you feel so welcome! We miss this place already!

Supper cozy restaurant.
Nice smoothies. Healthy and Delicious food. Hostel Pleasant atmosphere.

The best smoothies in the town! Big, fresh & healthy. Great atmosphere and friendly service. Amazing space. Great food - really loved the rice & curry buffet. And there is also yoga lessons

The Devaki special bowl is the best! Love the people here so accommodating! Thanks guys your the BEST!

Hands down the best place to stop in Arugam Bay! Devaki and Chami are such compassionate people!