Ten Days of Yogic Ashram Living In India

Spend ten days living within a traditional Indian ashram, where each day is shaped by practice, simplicity, and a steady supportive rhythm. This experience offers space to slow down, restore your energy, and connect with India as a living spiritual culture.

Ten Days of Ashram Life, Practice, and Living India

This retreat brings together committed yogic practice, time in nature, and the opportunity to explore sacred places in the region. The atmosphere is grounded, human, and supportive, allowing growth to unfold through shared life, reflection, and simplicity.

Daily life follows the natural rhythm of the ashram: early mornings, mantra chanting, yoga practice, karma yoga, nourishing meals, rest, and conversation. Alongside this structure, we guide a clear inner process that explores body, mind, energy, heart, wisdom, and purpose. Through teachings, meditation, reflection, and inquiry, participants are invited to notice how these aspects relate to one another and shape everyday life.

The retreat takes place at Yoga Vidya Gurukul, a peaceful ashram surrounded by fields, mountains, a lake, and open sky. The setting supports both inner work and relaxation, with time to swim, walk, rejuvenate, and simply be.

India is woven into the experience as well. We visit Trimbakeshwar Temple, spend time in Nashik, explore ancient caves, and encounter the color, spirit, and living culture of the region.

Is it for you?

This retreat is for people who want to step away from their usual routine and devote time to practice, reflection, and living yoga in a traditional ashram environment.

It is suited to those who want to explore the connection between body, mind, energy, heart, wisdom, and purpose in daily life.

It is also a good fit for those drawn to India as a living spiritual culture, and for anyone who values simplicity, nature, and shared life.

The retreat is open to all levels. What matters most is openness, willingness to practice, and respect for the ashram setting and the group.

Daily Schedule:

Each day follows a clear rhythm designed to support presence, practice, and integration.

Morning

• 05:00 – 06:00 | Wake up and morning tea The day begins quietly with warm tea and time to wake up gently.
• 06:00 – 06:30 | Mantra chanting Chanting opens the day by bringing breath, sound, and attention into alignment.
• 06:30 – 08:00 | Morning yoga practice A practice that builds strength, stability, sensitivity, and alignment while awakening the body and supporting the nervous system.
• 08:00 – 09:00 | Karma yoga Simple daily tasks become part of the practice, supporting awareness, contribution, and community.
• 09:15 – 10:00 | Breakfast A nourishing vegetarian meal made with locally sourced ingredients and eaten in silence.

Midday and Afternoon

• 10:15 – 11:45 | Morning class Meditation, teaching, and reflection on the retreat’s core themes: body, mind, energy, heart, wisdom, and purpose.
• 12:30 – 13:00 | Lunch A grounding meal followed by rest.
• 13:30 – 16:00 | Free time Time for rest, reflection, nature, swimming, or optional Ayurvedic treatment.
• 16:00 – 17:45 | Afternoon practice and active meditation Kundalini Yoga, Yin Yoga, Yoga Therapy, and special workshops focused on emotional balance, energy flow, and inner listening.

Evening

• 18:45 – 19:15 | Havan (traditional fire ceremony) A ritual space for presence, intention, and letting go.
• 19:30 – 20:00 | Dinner An evening meal that supports quiet and rest.
• 20:15 – 21:00 | Evening sessions and Yoga Nidra (on some evenings) Q&A, stories, shared reflection, or Yoga Nidra.
• 22:00 | Silence and Sleep The day closes in silence.

Excursions and Sacred Places

The retreat includes excursions that expand the experience beyond the ashram and offer direct contact with the spiritual life of the region.

One morning we travel early to Trimbakeshwar Temple and arrive before sunrise, when the temple is especially alive with devotion and movement.

On another day, we visit Nashik, a spiritual city with active temple culture and local markets, where we walk through temples and experience the daily life of the area.

We also spend time at nearby caves once used for meditation and retreat, allowing the atmosphere to support stillness and reflection.

Training Info.

• Dates December 3-12, 10 days
• Location Yoga Vidya Gurukul

Shared taxis from Mumbai city or Mumbai airport to the ashram can be arranged. When possible, participants travel together. Taxi costs are paid separately.

Accommodation

Dormitory-style accommodation with 2-4 beds, separate for men and women, each room with an attached bathroom.

Food

Three vegetarian meals a day, prepared at the ashram with local ingredients. Meals are eaten in silence at the ashram. On excursion days, meals are taken outside and paid for separately.

Level

Open to all levels. No prior experience is required.

Price (all prices are in Euros)

• Early Bird (Until August 29) – €600
• Full Price €700

What's Included:

• All guided practices, teachings, and group sessions
• Excursions and temple visits as part of the program
• Detailed manual for continued practice after the retreat
• 3 wholesome vegetarian meals daily
• Unlimited water and tea
• Accommodation
• Personal guidance and support throughout the course and beyond
• Participation in rituals and special ceremonies
• Opportunity to connect with an international spiritual community

What's Not Included

• Flights
• Travel insurance
• Taxi to and from the ashram
• Meals during excursion days
• Optional Ayurvedic treatments
• Personal expenses

Places are limited to support the quality of the group experience. After registration, practical details and preparation support will be shared.

If you have any questions, please contact us.

FAQ

What styles and traditions are practiced during the retreat?

The retreat includes Hatha Yoga with a strong focus on alignment, Kundalini Yoga, Yoga Therapy, Pranayama, Meditation, and Self Inquiry. The teachings integrate yoga and Buddhist philosophy in a practical, experiential way.

What should I bring, and will I receive preparation guidance?

After registration, a full preparation guide is provided, including a packing list, clothing guidance for practice and temple visits, and practical information for ash​ram life. Clear visa instructions and travel planning support are also included, along with help arranging shared taxis from Mumbai city or Mumbai airport to the ashram.

Is it safe to travel and stay at the ashram?

Yes. The ashram is well established, and we have been working and teaching in this region for many years. Participants receive support with arrival, coordination, and practical guidance for a smooth experience.

Will there be silence, phone restrictions, or internet access?

Silence is observed at certain times of day: until 6:30 am, after 10 pm, and during mealtimes.

The retreat is also interactive, with space for dialogue, questions, sharing, and group processes.

Phones are allowed, and mindful use is encouraged. Internet is available in some common areas, but not in the rooms. For those who need more consistent access, an Indian SIM card is recommended.

What is the payment policy? What's included in the fee?

A €300 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place. The remaining balance is due on arrival. Once the course begins, fees are non-refundable, even if you leave early.

The fee includes accommodation, daily vegetarian meals, water, tea, all teaching, and certification. Not included are travel expenses, visa, personal items, off-days exploration, and travel insurance.

Do I need a visa?

Yes, a visa is required and should be applied for online. After registration, detailed visa information and directions from the airport to the ashram will be provided.