Yoga Philosophy Retreat in Rishikesh - 9 Days

Yoga is much more than a physical practice alone. It is an art as well as a science. The practice of asana is backed by a complete philosophy that is thousands of years old. So what is a philosophy? The dictionary definition of philosophy is a particular set of ideas about knowledge, truth, the nature and meaning of life, etc. To be able to understand Yoga Philosophy well, we need to trace the origins of yoga.

The private accommodation offers guests a tranquil, rejuvenating, home away from home experience.

The room has its own bathroom with hot water and space where you can practice. You also get free access to high-speed WiFi.

The bedroom has a spacious and comfortable single bed.

Yogic Food:

The food provided is hygienic and well-prepared yogic food. The pure vegan meals are served according to the principles of Ayurveda and you are expected to be fully devoted and obey all the guidelines and disciplines of the yogic path during your training so that you may get the best benefits.

We provide healthy and light breakfasts which is the best way to start your day. It includes a fresh juice or milkshake with bread and butter served with some different spreads or toppings.

At lunch, we serve a complete full meal which would provide energy for the whole day. Typically this will include one healthy salad, fresh seasonal vegetables, lentils, rice, and chappati.

At dinner, we provide light food which includes soup, different salads each day, healthy vegetables, lentils, and chapattis.

Location:

The ashram is peacefully located in Tapovan, which is 5 minutes walking distance from the famous Laxman Jhula and Holy River Ganga.

The following topics are covered in the syllabus

• Shat Darshanas
• Nyaya
• Vaisheshika
• Mimamsa
• Vedant
• Samkhya
• Yoga The Bhagvat Geeta
• Hatha Yoga Pradipika
• Patanjali Yoga Sutras

08:00 AM - 08:30 AM - Shat Karma (Cleansing Process)

08:30 AM - 09:30 AM - Hatha Yoga

09:30 AM - 10:00 PM - Breakfast Time

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Yoga Philosophy (Indian Philosophy)

01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Lunch

04:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Yoga Philosophy Session

07:00 PM - 08:00 PM - Meditation and Pranayama

08:00 PM - 09:00 PM - Dinner Time

Duration of daily yoga classes can be increased, if required.

 Daily schedule is subject to change depending on weather conditions.

• A private room with attached bathroom and hot water
• Diet food 3 times daily (Break-fast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Tea 2 times daily
• Cleansing process materials
• Books for Reading
• One day outings to a nearby locations
• One yoga t-shirt
• One Rudrakshya Mala
• Yoganandham Philosophy participation certificate.

• Airfare
• Personal Expenses

By Plane

The nearest International Airport from Rishikesh is the Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi. Upon landing at the airport, you can avail a direct cab to the school. Alternatively, you can also ask the school to arrange a pick-up.

By Train 

The nearest railway station is in Haridwar (Uttrakhand). You can book a direct train to this town. Upon reaching the station, you can either avail a cab for the ashram or, ask the ashram to arrange a pick-up.

By Bus

There are ample numbers of direct bus routes from various cities in the Northern part of India to Rishikesh. Upon reaching the bus stand in Rishikesh, you can take a rickshaw to the school. Alternatively, you can ask the school to arrange a pick-up.

The reservation requires a payment of 20% of the total price.

• If the booking is cancelled one month (31 Days) prior to the start of the retreat/course you will get 90% refund of the booking amount.
• If the booking is cancelled 30 to 15 Days prior to the start of retreat/course, you will get 50% refund of the booking amount.
• No refund will be given if the retreat/course booking is cancelled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course. Although we can adjust the 50% of your paid amount to any other retreat/course you book with us in future.
  
  

The remaining amount shall be paid on arrival to the course/retreat location.