Description of India Yoga Retreat


India is full of magic and mystery and truly inspiring! Imagine practicing in early dawn light to the sounds of faraway temple prayers, walk on a sun kissed beach and delight in the color and vibrancy of local markets.  Our daily classes will include asana, pranayama, mantra, mudra ,yantra, and introductory lectures on the philosophy behind these practices plus lectures on Ayurveda to support you in connecting with a practice that suits your individual constitution.

Click here to view our introductory video for the upcoming retreat


Daily Schedule Overview


6:30-7:30 am
• Bhakti practice

• Pranayama
• Mantra

• Mudra


7:45-9:45
• Vinyasa flow practice

• Tantric meditation practice

Breakfast break
 
11:00 -1:00
Philosophy lectures with the following themes
• What is Bhakti Yoga

• Intro to Ayurveda and Samkhya Philosophy
• Ayurveda for the Doshas
• Tantra and Ayurveda- how tantric practices can balance your Dosha
• The power of Mantra  

• Yantras for peace and healing
• Mudras
• The role of Ritual in Tantra

Free time

4:00-6:00
• Restorative yoga
• Postures for Vata, Pitta, Kapha
• Group Yantra constructions

• Playful sequencing session
• Group discussions on personal experiences in meditation

• Support in developing a consistent yoga practice
• Moving meditation
• Experience of a simple Tantric ceremony


Date:

16- 23 February,  2012
( Please plan to arrive by 2 pm on the 16 February and check out by 12:00 pm on the 23 February)
there will be a half day free in the middle of the retreat

Accommodation:

Our retreat centre Satsanga Retreat www.satsangaretreat.com, named as one of "The best retreat centers in India" is located close to Anjuna beach in Goa. The centre offers a high standard of accommodation, two yoga shalas, a large swimming pool, daily massage and beauty treatments and delicious vegetarian cuisine made with love. I consider Satsanga my home away from home and go there every year to either teach or rejuvenate my spirit. I can't think of a better place to deepen your practice and its also the perfect place to land if its your first time in India.

Cost:

$1350
$1250 Early Bird price if you book and pay in full by December 16, 2011
The fee includes tuition, twin share accommodation,2 meals per day and a wholesome snack. We will organize your airport transfers but that's at your own cost.
Single accommodation may be available depending on numbers. Please contact info@rachelzinmanyoga.com for more info.
Places are limited to between 10-12 participants so book early to avoid disappointment

Contact:

Rachel at info@rachelzinmanyoga.com for a registration form to reserve your space



Retreats are Yoga Alliance approved for international accreditation and participants will receive a letter of completion at the end of the Retreat