Receive a Traditional Sak Yant in Chiang Ma
Work with independent Sak Yant Masters in a clean, comfortable setting, with full guidance and support throughout the process.
About Sak Yant Chiang Mai
About Sak Yant Chiang Mai | Who is Sak Yant Chiang Mai?
Sak Yant Chiang Mai is a Thai run co-operative that connects visitors with experienced Monks and Ajarns who practice Sak Yant within their own traditions. Our role is to provide guidance, translation, and coordination, helping guests approach the experience with understanding and respect. We focus exclusively on Sak Yant, allowing us to offer a structured and informed introduction to this traditional Thai Tattoo practice.
Our Approach
We work with a number of independent Sak Yant practitioners, each trained within their own lineage. Rather than operating as a tattoo studio, we act as a facilitator, helping guests understand the process, communicate with the practitioner, and follow appropriate etiquette. Each Sak Yant is performed according to the method of the Ajarn or monk, including the traditional blessing. We offer a collective Samnak (holy rooms) from our location for many of Chiang Mai's local and independent Sak Yant Masters.
Transparent Pricing
We use a clear and consistent pricing structure based on time and complexity, so guests understand what to expect in advance. Offerings to monks are given and Sak Yant Masters directly, in line with Thai custom.
Western Tattoo Hygiene
New Tattoo Ink and Needles are provided for each guest, and each Sak Yant is applied in accordance with modern western standards.
Authenticity
We are dedicated exclusively to Sak Yant and are the only place in Northern Thailand where both Monks and Ajarns work together to provide a consistent, ethical, and culturally respectful experience.
Sak Yant Chiang Mai | Established in 2016
About Sak Yant Chiang Mai (In a Nutshell)
Sak Yant Chiang Mai began in 2016 as a small, locally run service helping visitors access Sak Yant at Temples.
As interest grew, relationships were developed with a number of Monks and Ajarns who were willing to work with international guests in a more structured and guided way.
Over time, this developed into a co-operative model, allowing multiple independent practitioners to work with us while maintaining their own traditions.
About Sak Yant Chiang Mai (More Details)
In the early days, Nana was one of the few people arranging visits to Sak Yant monks and Ajarns in Chiang Mai. What set her apart was her respectful approach and strong relationships with local Sak Yant masters.
While many guides treated Sak Yant as a simple transaction, Nana focused on guiding guests properly, assisting with communication, respecting temple practices, and supporting both the visitor and the practitioner. She did not negotiate donations or take commissions.
Recognizing this, several Monks and Ajarns encouraged her to create a dedicated service for traditional Sak Yant in Chiang Mai. From this, the idea of a co-operative was formed – where trusted practitioners could meet guests in a structured and respectful environment.
Today, this model allows Monks and Ajarns to come into the city on scheduled days to perform authentic Sak Yant following and maintaining their own traditions and rules of the Samnak.
Many visitors describe their Sak Yant as a meaningful part of their time in Thailand. Our focus is on clear communication, respectful guidance, and helping guests understand the cultural and spiritual context of the experience.
Our Mission
Provide a venue for local independent Sak Yant Masters, both Monks and Ajarns and provide guides for guests to explain, educate, translate and make accessible the traditional Thai Tattoo process to people
Our Vision
Provide the same genuine Sak Yant Experience Thai’s have enjoyed for centuries to interested tourists and Non-Thais.
Values
Respect for Thai cultural and spiritual traditions
Clear communication and honest guidance. Fair and transparent pricing
Supporting local monks, Ajarns, and temples
Meet Sak Yant Chiang Mai's Staff, Guides, Arjans, Monks & Helpers
Nana
Founder
A Chiang Mai local who established Sak Yant Chiang Mai and built relationships with local monks and Ajarns.
Ging
Office Manager
Provides coordination and communication support for guests.
About Sak Yant Chiang Mai's Ajarns and Lineage
Sak Yant Master Ajarn Dang
Ajarn Dang Sak Yant Lineage
5th Generation Sak Yant Master (Family) Master of Masters (Teaches various Lineages to other Ajarns)
Previous Masters:
Sukhawaphuthargo.
Sak Yant Master Ajarn Sak
Ajarn Sek Sak Yant Lineage
Wat Weluwan |, Wat Na Laung Temple, Ampur Pangpueng, in Udonthani
Previous Masters:
Ajarn Kamnoeg Singsupa
Ajarn Suchati Boonchu
Ajarn Moon Jongkom
Ajarn Surachai Ngeachat from Shan
Sak Yant Master Ajarn Beer
Ajarn Beer Sak Yant Lineage
3th Generation Sak Yant Master (Family), Wat Aramrongtai, Wat Bang Phra
Previous Masters:
Wat Aramrongtai, Wat Bang Phra, Grandfather, Ajarn Ton (Chiang Mai)
Sak Yant Master Non (cody)
Ajarn Non Sak Yant Lineage
Wat Suan Dok Temple, Lanna Traditions
Previous Masters:
Monk Aum, Monk Sang, – multiple Sak Yant Lineages
Sak Yant Master Ajarn Sam
Ajarn Sam Sak Yant Lineage
Worapho Temple.
Previous Masters:
Many Masters
Currently a Monk and not available
Sak Yant Master Ajarn Tom
Ajarn Tom Sak Yant Lineage
3th Generation Sak Yant Master (Family), Wat Aramrongtai, Wat Bang Phra
Previous Masters:
Wat Aramrongtai, Wat Bang Phra
Currently a Monk Available full back on Saturdays
Monk Rachon Sak Yant Master
Monk Rachan Sak Yant Lineage
Nhong Pha Muad, 4th generation Sak Yant Monk
Previous Masters:
Born into the art form – multiple Sak Yant Lineages
Rachon Monk has retired to a Forrest Temple in Phayao
Monk Eak Sak Yant Master
Monk Eak Sak Yant Lineage
4th generation Sak Yant Monk
Previous Masters:
Born into the art form – multiple Sak Yant Lineages
Monk Aum Sak Yant Master
Monk Aum Sak Yant Lineage
Wat Salaeng Lamphun
Wat Sung Thammaram
Previous Masters:
Ajarn Kaew San Pa Tong, Ajarn Tongsuk Lamphun, Ajarn Phan Lamphun, Ajarn Town Chiangmai
Sak Yant Chiang Mai Monk and Ajarn Assistants
Fluk
Happy
Born
Understanding Sak Yant
Sak Yant is a traditional practice performed by trained Monks or Ajarns, combining sacred geometry, script, and ritual blessing.
While some modern tattoo studios offer Sak Yant Replica designs, traditional Sak Yant follows a spiritual framework that includes lineage, ritual, and intention.
Our Role
We do not perform Sak Yant ourselves. The Ajarns are local independent Masters with various lineages and trained in Traditional Sak Yant
Our role is to:
* Provide clear guidance and explanation
* Assist with communication between guests and the Monk or Ajarn
* Coordinate appointments and logistics
* Support you throughout the entire experience
Who This Experience Is For
This experience is suited to those who:
* Have an interest in Thai culture and tradition
* Want a guided and structured introduction to Sak Yant
* Are open to following traditional practices and etiquette
