Yoga Retreat in Rishikesh India

This retreat is rooted in a yogic lifestyle and offers a distinctive, structured approach that supports participants in carrying a clear Yoga program into daily life. It brings together essential Yoga practices designed to create balance on the physical, mental, and emotional levels. With regular practice, participants may experience greater physical health, inner peace, and a deeper sense of well-being.

One of the strengths of this retreat is its flexibility. It can be adapted for groups or individuals, including corporate participants, sportspeople, children, students, doctors, psychologists, psychotherapists, scientists, and others depending on their needs. It is open to everyone and also serves as a foundation for preparation toward the 200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training Course. In that sense, it functions as a kind of 100 Hours Yoga Teacher Training Course in itself.

Inclusions – 10 nights of accommodation in shared or private rooms, retreat materials including books, notebook, pen, and Jala Neti pot, retreat training, private Yoga consultation on request, vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), and Wi-Fi.

Exclusions – Flight tickets, airport pick-up and drop-off, longer tours and trips, travel and cancellation insurance, medical assistance, and personal expenses.

Things to do – Camping, hiking, meditation on the holy Ganga beach, Ganga Aarti, visits to ancient temples, ashrams, holy people, and Rishikesh city, waterfall excursions, river rafting, Ayurveda massage, shopping, and more.

Why choose us – Our Yoga courses and retreats remain strictly traditional and oriented toward a yogic way of life. We follow the teachings of authentic schools of Yoga and spirituality such as Ramakrishna Mission, Sri Aurobindo Society, Yogoda Satsang Society of India, Bihar School of Yoga, and others. We do not teach modern trends such as Iyenger, Ashtanga, Acro, Yin, Vikram, Power, or similar styles. Drawing on our educational and cultural background, along with our experience in authentic Yoga, we offer a safe, relaxed, and supportive space to learn, heal, and grow. Compassion, kindness, and love are central to our values, and we are committed to offering the best possible pre- and post-course assistance for your growth and well-being.

Accreditation – Sanatana Yog Sandesh is certified by Yoga Alliance USA and Yoga Alliance International, creating opportunities for career and job prospects. Upon successful completion, students are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance USA as Registered Yoga Teachers (E-RYT).

Eligibility

• Participants should have a basic understanding of Yoga, though beginners are also welcome.
• Participants should be prepared to follow yogic discipline, including purity, punctuality, early rising, and participation in daily activities.
• A good command of English is required, as it is the medium of instruction.
• Participants must be in sound physical and mental health. If there are any health concerns, they should be shared with the school before registration.

Curriculum

• Hatha Yoga Asana – Basic Hatha Yoga postures, including preparatory joint and muscle movements, standing, supine, prone, backward and forward bends, spinal twists, inversions, and balance.
• Pranayama – Udar Svashan, Vaksha Svashan, Griva Svashan, Yogic Svashan, Kapalabhati, Nadi Shodhana, Bhramari, and Ujjayi.
• Mudra – Basic hand, finger, and body gestures that influence energy in the body.
• Satkarma – Purification practices in Yoga, including Jala Neti.
• Meditation – Yoga Nidra, yogic breathing with awareness, practices for developing awareness, Kaya asthairyam (stillness of body), awareness of natural breath, awareness of peace, and mantra-based awareness with AUM.
• Other important topics – How to practice different Yoga techniques, how to create a Yoga program, ethical guidelines, human anatomy, teaching methodology, yogic lifestyle, and a holistic approach to Yoga.
• Karma Yoga – Participants may be asked to take part in Karma Yoga during the retreat, depending on requirements.

Suggested Yoga Books for Yoga Retreat

• Yoga Asanas – Sri Swami Sivananda
• Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha – Swami Satyananda Saraswati
• Raja Yoga – Swami Vivekananda
• Four Chapters on Freedom – Swami Satyananda Saraswati
• Anatomy and Physiology – Not specified

Duration – 10 days. With the arrival day included, the total stay becomes 11 days.

Schedule – The daily program is tentative and may change as needed. Classes are held 6 days a week.

• 6.30am to 7am – Herbal tea/drink
• 7am to 8.30am – Hatha Yoga asana, pranayama, and relaxation
• 8.30am to 9.30am – Breakfast
• 10am to 11am – Rest
• 11.15am to 12.15pm – Lecture
• 1pm to 2pm – Lunch
• 3.30pm to 4.30pm – Meditation and relaxation session
• 4.30pm to 5.15pm – Personal cleaning and Karma Yoga
• 5.30pm to 6.30pm – Theory and practical training
• 6.30pm to 7.30pm – Dinner
• 7.30pm to 8.30pm – Kirtan, chanting, and video show, optional session
• 9pm – Bedtime

How to arrive – New Delhi International Airport (IGI) is about 240 kilometres from Rishikesh, while Jolly Grant Domestic Airport in Dehradun is about 20 kilometres away. Cabs and car services are available from both airports. The drive from Delhi takes around 6 hours, and from Dehradun around 40 minutes. Journey arrangements to the school in Rishikesh can be organized at a reasonable fare if needed.

How to register – Please register or write to check availability. If a place is available, you will be asked to complete the online registration form. A non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your place.

Deposit – A non-refundable deposit of 200 Euro for international and INR students, or 10,000 INR for Indian students, plus transaction charges/commissions, is required to confirm registration.

Cancellation of the registration for the retreat – This facility is not available at present, so please decide carefully before making the deposit.

Remaining payment – The balance can be paid after arrival.