7 Days Kundalini Yoga Retreat in Rishikesh

Experience a deeply restorative 7-day kundalini yoga retreat in Rishikesh, India, where traditional practice unfolds in the calm presence of the Himalayas. Designed for both beginners and more experienced practitioners, this retreat combines daily asanas, pranayama, cleansing practices, meditation, and sattvic meals to support balance, clarity, and spiritual growth at Adishesh Yoga.

Kundalini Yoga Retreat in Rishikesh: From First Steps to Deeper Practice

Kundalini Yoga is a holistic path that brings together physical postures, breathwork, cleansing techniques, and meditation to awaken awareness and create harmony between body, mind, and energy. In Rishikesh, this practice is rooted in a powerful spiritual setting, where the focus is on inner balance, energy flow, and conscious transformation.

The approach is slow, mindful, and intentional, with an emphasis on breath, alignment, and steady progress. It offers a supportive entry point for newcomers while also allowing experienced practitioners to deepen their connection to subtle energy, stillness, and self-inquiry. The retreat is shaped to help purify the body, strengthen resilience, and prepare the mind for meditation and inner development.

Why Choose a Kundalini Yoga Retreat in Rishikesh?

• Beginner-Friendly Guidance: Step-by-step instruction with a strong focus on safety and alignment.
• Energy and Balance: Supports harmony between physical practice and inner awareness.
• Strength and Flexibility: Encourages greater stability, mobility, and mental resilience.
• Meditation Readiness: Helps prepare the body and mind for deeper meditation.

What You’ll Experience During the Retreat

• Sacred Fire Ceremony: Participate in Agni Hotra rituals to release negativity and set intentions.
• Kundalini Yoga & Pranayama: Build vitality through classical practice and breath control.
• Shatkarma Cleansing: Explore traditional yogic cleansing methods for inner purity.
• Nature-Based Practice: Practice in serene surroundings that support mindfulness and grounding.
• Meditation & Philosophy: Engage with self-inquiry, mindfulness, and yogic wisdom.
• Guided Excursions: Visit sacred places for reflection and connection with nature.

7-Day Retreat Schedule

Day 1: Arrival & Grounding
Check-in and settle into the retreat space. In the evening, enjoy nourishing meals, relax, explore the surroundings, and connect with fellow participants.

Day 2: Initiation & Orientation
08:30 am breakfast
10:00 am fire ceremony & orientation
01:00 pm lunch
04:00 pm – 05:30 pm yoga session
06:00 pm – 07:00 pm meditation session
08:00 pm dinner

Days 3 to 6: Deepening Practice
06:30 am yogic cleansing practice
07:00 am – 08:00 am yoga & pranayama
08:30 am breakfast
10:00 am – 12:00 pm yoga philosophy / alignment & adjustment practice
01:00 pm lunch
04:00 pm – 05:30 pm yoga session
Massage
06:00 pm – 07:00 pm meditation session
08:00 pm dinner

Day 7: Closure & Farewell
06:30 am yogic cleansing practice
07:00 am – 08:00 am yoga & pranayama
08:30 am breakfast
10:00 am closing ceremony

Excursions are included and will be scheduled on the most suitable days depending on the weather.

Upcoming Dates

• 20 Feb to 26 Feb: Sharing Room €550, Private Room €600
• 20 Mar to 26 Mar: Sharing Room €550, Private Room €600
• 20 Apr to 26 Apr: Sharing Room €550, Private Room €600
• 19 May to 25 May: Sharing Room €550, Private Room €600
• 22 Jun to 28 Jun: Sharing Room €550, Private Room €600
• 19 Sep to 25 Sep: Sharing Room €550, Private Room €600
• 20 Oct to 26 Oct: Sharing Room €550, Private Room €600
• 21 Nov to 27 Nov: Sharing Room €550, Private Room €600
• 22 Dec to 28 Dec: Sharing Room €550, Private Room €600
• 23 Jan to 29 Jan: Sharing Room €550, Private Room €600

Living Yogic Wisdom in Rishikesh

Set in the peaceful foothills of the Himalayas, Rishikesh is known worldwide as the Yoga Capital of the World. With the sacred Ganges River flowing nearby and a spiritual atmosphere shaped by chants and prayer, it offers an inspiring environment for healing, mindfulness, and inner growth.

Included comforts: private and shared rooms with attached modern bathrooms and serene mountain views, nourishing sattvic meals prepared with fresh, plant-based ingredients, and a setting designed to support both practice and rest.