Meditation Retreat in Rishikesh with Own Yog

For open candidates, there are no eligibility criteria. People from all backgrounds and levels of experience are welcome - from yoga devotees to those looking to regenerate from a stressful life, or if you simply want a healthy holiday combining classes and treatments! And whether gathering as a group or traveling solo, This Yoga Retreat creates a warm welcoming atmosphere so that everyone feels at home, with group dinner nights under the stars.

Retreat curriculum

w\We guides our students of yoga to a journey of self-discovery and inspires to practice yoga holistically; yoga for you is a process of integrating the body, breath, and the mind, and focus is placed on other limbs of the practice beyond the physical yoga asanas.

Mantra chanting

• Intro to mantra science
• Morning prayers and evening prayers
• Suryanamaskara 12 mantras along with bija mantras

Hatha yoga asanas

• Meditative steps of performing the Hatha yoga: centering, entering, refining, holding, coming out, and reflection
• Suryanamaskar (sun salutations)
• Types of yoga asanas: standing, sitting, backward bending, forward bending, spinal twisting, fire series, inversion, shavasana, and others
• Yoga asanas benefits

Breathing and pranayama practices

• Establishment of diaphragmatic breath
• 1:1, 1:2, and 1:4 breathing practices
• Different practices of pranayama: nadi shodhana, ujjayee, kapalabhati, bhastrika, shitali, shitkari, and brahmari
• Benefits or pranayama practices

Practice relaxation and preparation for yogic sleep

• Introduction to the concept and practices of relaxation
• Relaxation in daily life
• Sequence of relaxation practices
• Tension and relaxation exercises
• Systematic relaxation exercises

Meditation

• What is meditation and what is not?
• Meditation in daily life
• Two to five minutes meditations
• So-ham mediation
• Meditation with sushumna breath

Typical Daily Schedule

• 05:00 - 06:00 Wake Up
• 06:15 - 06:30 Mantra Chanting
• 06:30 - 07:30 Shat-kriyas and Pranayama practices
• 07:30 - 09:00 Hatha Yoga with Joints & Glands practices
• 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
• 10:00 - 12.00 Session I – Meditation Theory & Practice
• 12:00 - 12:30 Karma Yoga (Seva)
• 13:00 - 14:30 Lunch
• 14.30 - 16.00 Free Time / Self-Study/ Self-Practice
• 16:00 - 16:15 Tea break
• 16:30 - 18:00 Asana practice/Hatha Yoga
• 18:00 - 19:00 Session II – Relaxation & Meditation Practice
• 19.00 - 20.00 Dinner
• 20:00 - 21:00 Self-Study / Free Time
• 21:00 - 22.00 Go to sleep

Note: It is advised that you arrive at the yoga school one day before the course starts.

• Embark on a transformative meditation retreat with Own Yog, spanning 7 days of rejuvenation and self-discovery. Immerse yourself in guided meditation sessions amidst the tranquil beauty of nature, led by experienced instructors dedicated to your well-being. Explore various meditation techniques to cultivate mindfulness, inner peace, and mental clarity, fostering a deeper connection to yourself and the present moment. Delight in nourishing vegetarian meals sourced locally, designed to support your overall health and vitality. Join us at Own Yog for a journey of holistic wellness, where you can reclaim ownership of your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being in a serene sanctuary of self-care and rejuvenation.
• Unwind and recharge at Own Yog's sanctuary of meditation and self-discovery. Our 7-day retreat offers an extended opportunity to immerse yourself in the transformative practice of meditation, tailored to practitioners of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned meditator or new to the practice, our retreat provides a supportive environment for growth and exploration. Rediscover harmony and balance as you cultivate mindfulness and deepen your meditation practice, revitalizing your body, mind, and spirit at Own Yog's immersive retreat experience.

Our established resident yoga teachers adapt their classes to the individual needs of each student, so that sessions accommodate everyone, from absolute beginners to more advanced practitioners.

• Taxi airport pick-up
• Accommodation
• Daily Morning meditation and yoga class (1.5 hours)
• Daily Delicious substantial fresh Yogic Breakfast
• Retreat Trips
• Daily Delicious Yogic Lunch
• Daily Afternoon sunset yoga class (1.5 hours)
• Daily Evening buffet dinner

• Spa treatments
• Extra juices or food
• Alcohol and wine

• A reservation requires a deposit of 10% of the total price.
• The deposit is partially refundable (i.e. based duration and time), if the booking is cancelled. check out Cancellation and Refund Policy for more info.
• Remaining fee needs to be paid upon arrival before starting of the retreat.
• Student can pay the balance of the fee in Cash or Paypal. We accept the following currency if paying in cash: INR/USD/Euros/Pounds/Australian Dollars/ Canadian Dollars. If paying through Paypal: transaction charge of 5% will be applicable.