Yoga & Meditation Retreat

2025 Upcoming Retreat : Yoga & Meditation Retreat Rishikesh India

2026 Upcoming Retreat : Yoga & Meditation Retreat Rishikesh India

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• Kindly, please mind that students check in date would be on the 2nd and check out date would be 15th of the month, to stay before or after the yoga course please contact with administration.

• Kindly, please inform us by email after filling the application form, because sometimes the applications wouldn’t reach us due to the server problem.

• Patanjali have two building Main & second, If there is no space for single accommodation in main building, Single accomodation might be provided in second building which is within 2 minutes’ walk. Extra charge for single room is 100 USD. yoga teacher training, 100 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, 200 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, 300 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, yoga meditation retreat, yoga therapy Rishikesh india

• Certificate of completion issued by Patanjali International Yoga Foundation

• Daily intensive practice of mantra, asana, pranayama,kriya, mudra, and meditation

• Daily theory class on yogic philosophy, anatomy

• Daily 2 healthy yogic vegetarian meals and herbal tea

• Excursions and sightseeing tours

• 13 nights accommodation

• Maximum 15 students

We accept maximum 15 students. The group is small enough to ensure an intimate environment, and large enough to ensure a dynamic, engaging and holistic experience.!

The whole Yoga Retreat is in English. At least medium level of understanding is required.

After completing Yoga & Meditation Retreat, you will receive a certificate of completion issued by Patanjali International Yoga Foundation. yoga teacher training, 100 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, 200 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, 300 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, yoga meditation retreat, yoga therapy Rishikesh india

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The requirements of Yoga Meditation Retreat Rishikesh India program follows a tight schedule where almost each of the 6 to 7 retreat hours in the day are assigned to some aspect of yoga. You could find the retreat intensive but enlightening. Depending on the yoga school the mornings can begin as early as 6:00 a.m. with meditation followed by some yoga postures and maybe some classes or lectures in philosophy.

• 06:00 Wake up, self-practice

• 07:00-07:45 Mantra, Kriya, Bandha, Pranayama & Meditation

• 08:00-10:00 Morning yoga practice - Mantra Chanting, Warmingup, Surya namaskar, asana & Shavasana (relaxation)

• 10:30-11:00 Lunch break (yogic meal)

• 13:00-14:00 Science of yoga theory - philosophy and art of living

• 14:00-15:00 Yoga Nidra

• 15:00-15:30 Herbal Tea

• 17:00-19:00 Evening yoga practice - Mantra Chanting, Warmingup, Surya namaskar, asana & Shavasana (relaxation)

• 19:30-20:00 Dinner break (yogic meal)

• 20:30-21:30 Meditation

• 22:00 Lights off

• The above scheduals are changable according to summer or winter weather.

• Kindly, please mind that students check in date would be on the 2nd and check out date would be 15th of the month, to stay before or after the yoga course please contact with administration. Our classes run from Monday to saturday, Sunday we get free day from Teaching.

• *We provide five – seven dishes in one meal with proper nutrition and fresh cooked. Our foods are suitable for both western and eastern students. We have different menu for each day.

• According to Yoga and Ayurveda text book two meal is healthy and sufficient also between two meal should be eight-hour gap for healthy life, but students can have fruits and nuts, if they feel hungry.  yoga teacher training, 100 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, 200 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, 300 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, yoga meditation retreat, yoga therapy Rishikesh india

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Kriya: Learn and practice Shatkriya "six body cleansing methods": Dhauti, Basti, Neti, Nauli, Tratak and Kapalbhati.

Bandha: Learn and the practice of 3 bandhas - energy locks in the body - Mula bandha, Jalandhara bandha, Uddiyana bandha and Maha bandha.

Pranayama: Practice main types of Pranayama 'breathing' techniques - Anuloma-Viloma, Nadishodhana, Ujjai, Bhramari, Shitali, Sitkari, Bhastrika and Kapalbhati.

Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation): Learn the 12 positions of sun salutations, their variations, points of concentration, breathing and mantras.

Asana: Learn about basic asanas (postures) including their different levels and variations, from beginner to intermediate level.

Mantra: Learn to chant and present main vedic mantras.

Meditation : Learn and practice major meditation techniques.

Yoga Philosophy : We will explain and discuss the history and philosophy of yoga. Learn about the 8 limbs of yoga and their use in modern yogic lifestyle.

The Benefits of  Yoga & Meditation Retreat : 
Yoga is a exercise or alternative medicine. Yoga is a highly recommended practice. It helps you relax and calm down, reduce stress, anxiety and depression. Moreover, yoga is a great way to treat medical conditions. It provides true health, stamina and endurance. By practicing often, we are able to reverse the consequences of sedentary lifestyles. Furthermore, yoga helps to reduce obesity very effectively. It strengthens and lengthens muscles, joints and connective tissues. Any well-designed exercise program and physical therapy routine should include yoga.

Yes, the yoga practices with spiritual benefits. There is evidence that yoga leads to a happier healthier life in the long term. Reduction of pain, insomnia, and fatigue is very common among practitioners.

Yoga offers plenty of positive effects on cognitive functions, immune system, and digestion. It also promotes hormonal balance, better mood, and quality of life.
Keeping tranquility and peace is a powerful tool against challenges of daily life. Getting rid of negative emotions, conflict, resentment, is achievable through yoga.
Moreover, intuition and creativity are enhanced by self-awareness. Overcoming fear and other limitations is within our reach. Yoga makes it easier.a teacher training, 100 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, 200 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, 300 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh india, yoga meditation retreat, yoga therapy Rishikesh india

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• Discipline is an integral part of the yoga retreat program and the course routine must be strictly followed.

• Dress code for all yoga classes is loose yoga trousers till ankle and t-shirt which cover your shoulder.

• A student must inform the staff in advance if they intend to skip a meal, so there is no waste of food.

• Any activity that is not related to the course is not permitted.

• Do not be late for class, the door of yoga hall would be closed and you will no longer be allowed to enter.

• Smoking and consumption of any drugs, alcohol and meat is strictly prohibited during the training.

• Animals and children under 12 years are not allowed in the ashram.

• All forms of sexual behavior with students are unethical, even when a student invites or consents to involvement in such behavior. Sexual behavior is defined as, but not limited to all forms of overt and covert seductive speech, gestures, and behaviors in addition to any physical contact of a sexual nature. All forms of sexual harassment are unethical. Harassment is defined as, but not limited to, repeated comments, gestures, or physical contact of a sexual nature. +Read more-Code of conduct & Ethics yoga teacher training, 100 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh India, 200 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh India, 300 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh India, yoga meditation retreat, yoga therapy Rishikesh

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• PIYF certificate of Yoga & Meditation Retreat

• Daily intensive practice o mantra, asana, pranayama, kriya and meditation

• Daily theory class on yogic philosophy

• Daily 2 healthy yogic vegetarian meals and herbal tea.

• Meal All meals will be vegan/vegetarian and gluten free, except Wheat chapati and kheer (milk + rice pudding)

• We provide five – seven dishes in one meal with proper nutrition and fresh cooked. Our foods are suitable for both western and eastern students. We have different menu for each day.

• Excursions and sightseeing tours

• 13 nights accommodation

• Printed materials of course

• Tools for neti kriya pot

• Yoga mats available in yoga hall

Yoga & Meditation Retreat Rishikesh India : Fees refund policy

• Please mind, that deposit submitted with the application "online" is non - refundable or non-transferable under any circumstances.

• Only in special case of emergency, PIYF allows students to transfer for other scheduled course within the period of five year.

• Notification must be made at least 1 month prior the beginning of the course.

• Overseas payment should be made on behalf of Patanjali International Yoga Foundation using one of the following methods:

• The overseas payment transfer charges will be paid by students.

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Yoga & Meditation Retreat takes place at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation, in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India, situated on the bank of the holy Ganga River, on the foothills of the Himalayas. Rishikesh is a very relaxed and spiritual place, enabling you to get into the very peaceful atmosphere. It is believed, that meditation in Rishikesh brings people closer to the attainment of moksha, as does a dip in the holy river that flows through it.

Nearby location:

• Dehradun Airport (DED), 30 km

• Haridwar, 25 km

• Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) - 250 km

• Lakshman Jhula Bridge, 500 m

• Rishikesh town, 4 km

• Money exchange There are a lot of banks, banks ATM, Money exchanger, Western union also there are a lot of gems shop who exchange money through currency, debit and credit card.

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At Patanjali International Yoga Foundation (PIYF), Rishikesh, we provide accommodation and other facilities to our yoga students to make their stay comfortable and healthy.

• Single / shared accommodation with attached bathroom and hot water.

• Please keep in mind, that this is a yoga ashram and not a hotel, so we provide all ashram facilities.

• Upon your arrival, we provide soap and toilet paper, the rest of the time you need to buy it.

• For your personal safety and security, please bring a padlock for your room.

• We provide clean bed sheets and towel once a week.

• We provide shared kettle, iron and hair dryer on the each floor.

• We provide a blanket, but during the winter we recommend you to bring a sleeping bag.

Additional facilities:

• Shop with Ayurveda medicine

• Library

• Laundry

• Taxi Service

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