Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Rishikesh

09 Nights / 10 Days

Soak in a divine yogic experience with our Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Rishikesh, India. Seek the route to reconnect with the body, mind, and spirit by indulging in unique yoga and meditation practices during this wonderful retreat program.

YOUR DAILY SCHEDULE

Every day, you will get the opportunity to immerse yourself in three practice sessions and three theory workshops. Each of these sessions will equip you with the knowledge and understanding of various facets of yoga and meditation.

06:00 am – 06:30 am (Herbal Infusion)

Every morning before the session, herbal infusions are prepared. These infusions are highly healing and rejuvenating in nature and, are based on the timeless wisdom of ancient Indian traditions of Ayurveda and Yoga. The purpose of taking these herbal infusions is to detoxify the body-mind complex and balance the doshas.

06:30 am – 08:00 am (Practical Traditional Hatha Session)

This session focuses on traditional Hatha Yoga practices chosen from traditional Hatha Yoga scriptures such as Hatha Yoga Pradipika and Gherand Samhita. Practices taught in the session will focus on opening the joints and deepening the experiences of the asanas (postures) with breath, mantra, and chakra consciousness on energetic plane and understanding of correct body-alignment on a physical level. The purpose of these practical classes is to awaken natural body intuition and mindfulness in the practitioners.

08:00 am – 09:30 am (Breakfast)

We provide nourishing and balanced breakfast every day. Breakfast prepared in our kitchen is nutritious, tasty, balanced, and prepared from fresh nuts, vegetables, fruits, and grains. During your stay with us, you would have an opportunity to taste traditional Indian breakfast, such as different kinds of porridges, Idli (savory cake), Poha (made from beaten rice), Upma (Wheat Rava (Semolina) or coarse rice flour dish), Sprout salads and many more. In case you are on a vegan diet, we can prepare breakfast separately for you upon request.

09:30 am – 10:30 am Theory Workshops on Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle, and Ethics for Yoga Teachers

In this theory workshop, session we will take you through the various aspects and dimensions of Yoga Traditions and Systems. In three components, the topics will change from Basic Foundation to Advanced System of Samkhya Philosophy, Intensive Study of Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Branches of Traditional Yoga System, and Traditional Hatha Yoga Philosophy, Its Methods and Various Aspects in Light of Gherand Samhita And Hatha Yoga Pradipika.

10:45 am – 11:45 am Theory Workshop on Anatomy and Physiology, Teaching Methodology

In this afternoon theory workshop session, a diverse range of topics will be discussed. This session will be dedicated to Anatomy and Physiology and, Teaching Methodology lectures and, talks. This session intends to polish the teaching skills and deepen the understanding of Yoga Anatomy and Physiology.

12:10 pm – 01:00 pm (Lunch)

Food served at lunch is purely vegetarian, sattvic, vitalizing, wholesome, and nutritious. The food prepared in our kitchen includes most vegetables, ghee (clarified butter), fruits, legumes, and whole grains. These are ingredients that enhance clarity and lightness, keeping the body light and nourished and, the mind clear. Time to time during the course, we change the nature of the food according to the yoga practices you perform.

01:00 pm – 03:00 pm (Leisure and Self Study)

03:00 pm – 03:15 pm (Herbal Tea)

03:15 pm – 04:00 pm

Theory and Practical Workshop – Teaching Methodology

This theory and practical workshop session on teaching methodology prepare you for the practical class teachings. This session entails teachings and practices of practical tools and techniques of Hatha and Meditation and, how to teach them systematically in class. There will be intensive dedicated sessions on each element of a class presentation, class management, aspects of correcting in class, and business aspects of yoga teaching.

04:15 pm – 05:45 pm (Practical Hatha Yoga Session on Alignment and Body Adjustment)

This class is a potent alignment-oriented class that emphasizes the forms and actions within yoga postures. Traditional postures (asanas) are held in accurate alignment. Emphasis is placed on core strength, flexibility, and balance, as well as concentration and breath control. This class is based on physical postures (asanas), deep breathing, mindfulness, and listening to the body. The class helps you understand how you can avoid injury during asana practice.

06:00 pm – 07:00 pm (Meditation and mantra Chanting Session)

During your stay with us at our Ashram, we encourage you to maintain a spiritual journal/ diary. During intensive yoga study, which is based on following complete yogic regimen; an inner transformation ensues. Maintaining a record of each and every change you go through, helps to make this journey more mindful, insightful, and transformative.

07:00 pm – 08:00 pm (Dinner)

08:00 pm – 10:00 pm Swadhyaya (Self-Study and Contemplation)

During your stay with us at our Ashram, we encourage you to maintain a spiritual journal/ diary. During intensive yoga study, which is based on following complete yogic regimen; an inner transformation ensues. Maintaining a record of each and every change you go through, helps to make this journey more mindful, insightful, and transformative.

Cost is based on single occupancy and on twin sharing basis.

COST INCLUDES: -

Yoga and Meditation classes.

Food and Lodging.

All meals during your stay.

Herbal tea and snacks.

Accommodation on twin sharing basis.

Accommodation for the couple or must be the same genders sharing the same room.

Pickup and drop off from Haridwar train station.

Pickup and drop off from Dehradun Airport.

Assistance on arrival and departure.

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE: -

Personal expenditures.

Sightseeing tours.

Guide services.

Train or flight tickets.