Long working hours and a stressful lifestyle call for something which will help you unwind in a physical, mental and spiritual manner. Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, a Yoga and Ayurveda retreat is the perfect getaway to rejuvenate your worked up self and reconnect with your true inner-self. Situated in Varkala, Kerala, our yoga and Ayurveda retreat is the ideal opportunity to bring back your body and mind on track and tackle the world with improved energy and vigor.
Varkala, Kerala is the perfect destination for an enchanting and rejuvenating yoga retreat. It is a beautiful waterside town with breathtaking beaches and rich cultural heritage, which makes it a favorite destination among tourists. If you are a sea lover, then our yoga and Ayurveda retreat in Varkala is perfect for you. The roaring waves of the Arabian Sea, the lush green palm trees and the soaring wind adds the perfect amount of serenity and spirituality for a relaxing yoga retreat.
Yoga and Ayurveda are the two ancient practices which aim at acquiring and maintaining an overall good health. Our yoga and Ayurveda retreat program is designed keeping in mind the individual requirements of the participants and bestows a great emphasis on the traditional teaching of principles and practice. The retreats are led by experienced Ayurveda and yoga experts who have over the years acquired great expertise and abundant knowledge in their respective fields and are entirely dedicated to the students.
The training delivered during the retreat program aims at providing the fundamental knowledge and the philosophy of yoga as well as Ayurveda and how to incorporate these teachings along with a healthy lifestyle to enhance your physical and mental health on a day to day basis. Depending on the individual needs of the body and mind, Ojashvi yoga and ayurveda retreat program will deliver practical training in yoga and Ayurveda on the following practices.
Ojashvi Yoga Shala Varkala, Yoga and Ayurveda Retreat Syllabus
1. Practical Training in Yoga
Practices of the following yogic practices with brief theoretical knowledge about their importance of name, technique, precautions to be taken and their therapuetical advantages.
1. Sun Salutations and Yogasanas
Meditative Asanas: Swastikasana Vajrasna Padmasana Siddhasana
Standing Postures Tadasana Trikonasana Katicakrasana Padahastasana
Sitting postures: Shashankasana Gomukhasana Ardhamatsendrsana
Prone postures: Bhujngasana Shalabhasana, Dhanurasana
Supine postures: Pavanamuktasana, Sarvangasana, Halasana, Matsyasana
Relaxative Asanas: Shavasana, Makarasana
2. Pranayama
Mechanism of correct breathing
Concept of Purak Kumbhaka and Rechaka
Sectional breathing practice
Ujjayee Pranayama
Nadishodhana Pranayama
Bhramari Pranayama
3. Bandhas and Mudras
4. Yogic Kriyas/Cleansing Techniques
Kapalabhati
Jalaneti
5. Yoga Nidra and Meditation techniques.
6. Mantra Chanting
Ojashvi Ayurveda and Yoga Retreat Program Itinerary in Varkala
Day 1: Monday
Optional pick up from the airport
Welcome refreshments/Breakfast/Lunch upon arrival
16:00 p.m. - Orientation
19:00 p.m. - Dinner
Day 2: Tuesday
6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. - Hatha yoga
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
11:00 a.m. - Boat ride at Golden Island
13:30 p.m. - Lunch
17:00 p.m. - 18:30 p.m. – Ayurvedic Massage Session
19:00 p.m. – Dinner
Day 3: Wednesday
6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. - Hatha Yoga
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
11:00 a.m. -Anchengo fort and Light House visit
13:30 p.m. - Lunch
16:30 p.m. - 18:30 p.m. – Ayurveda Pancha Karma Session
19:00 p.m. – Dinner
Day 4: Thursday
6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. - Hatha yoga
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
11:00 a.m. - Kappil Lake and Beach visit
13:30 p.m. - Lunch
16:30 p.m. - 18:30 p.m. - Ayurveda Pancha Karma Session
19:00 p.m. – Dinner
Day 5: Friday
6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. - Hatha yoga
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
11:00 a.m. - Retreat Activity
13:30 p.m. - Lunch
16:30 p.m. - 18:30 p.m. - Ayurveda Pancha Karma Session
19:00 p.m. – Dinner
Day 6: Saturday
6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Hatha yoga
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
11:00 a.m - Ayurvedic Massage Session
13:30 p.m. - Lunch
17:00 Sivagiri Ashram visit
19:00 p.m. – Dinner
Day 7: Sunday
6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Hatha Yoga
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
Conclusion of Yoga Retreat – Check out and Onward Journey
Xiaomin Cai (USA)
Yoga and Ayurveda Retreat Kerala, India
Instructor’s are very knowledgeable, caring. The area for practice could be more comfortable with some Yoga props. Overall, I am very grateful for this opportunity.
Ojashvi Ayurveda Yoga Retreat Course Dates Calendar 2019
Date |
Course |
Fee |
Bookings Open |
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| 30 Sep 2019 To 06 Oct 2019 |
Ayurevda Yoga Retreat - Kerala |
US$ 575 |
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| 07 Oct 2019 To 13 Oct 2019 |
Ayurevda Yoga Retreat - Kerala |
US$ 575 |
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| 14 Oct 2019 To 20 Oct 2019 |
Ayurevda Yoga Retreat - Kerala |
US$ 575 |
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| 21 Oct 2019 To 27 Oct 2019 |
Ayurevda Yoga Retreat - Kerala |
US$ 575 |
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Inclusions
Yoga techniques, training and practice (Monday through Saturday)
Ayurveda Sessions and Massage
6 Nights accommodation in private room with attached bathroom having hot and cold running water
Daily Three times wholesome vegetarian meals during the course
Guidance and assistance for local sight seen of tourism interest
Extra Curricular activities such as Kappil Lake boating, visit to Janardana Swami Temple or visit to Perumathura Beach
Ojashvi Ayur Yoga Retreat Participation Certificate from RYS Ojashvi Yoga Shala Kerala
Exclusions
Other expenses of personal Nature
Airport pickup and return transfer (can be arranged on request at extra cost)
Anything not specifically mentioned in Inclusions
Fees and Payment Options
$575 for Single participation
$1050 for Double Shared Accommodation
We accept this non refundable initial Yoga retreat Course Fee Registration deposit through Paypal (Credit Cards) or Bank (Wire) Transfers.
How to Apply for Yoga Retreat?
Select your suitable date for retreat participation from the Retreat calendar and fill the
application form
Pay your non-refundable retreat reservation fee $350. Balance to be paid on arrival before the beginning of retreat.
Refund Policy
Retreat reservation deposit is non – refundable, however, one time change of date is permissible in one year calendar from the date of Application submission at sole discretion of the school.
