A yoga retreat in Varkala is one of the best experiences to connect to your inner nature in the pristine locations of Kerala to enjoy the serenity of the mind. Content of the teachings in the retreats provides the principles and practices of healthy living in India. The modules of the course are helpful for the effective management of work stress and common health issues of the sedentary life style of the workplace.
The retreat location is having excellent facilities for the food and accommodation in the cliff area of the Varkala beach. The programs are conducted by the well experienced teachers of the School.
Yoga Retreat Curriculam of Ojashvi Yoga Shala
1. Practical Training in Yoga
Practices of the following yogic practices with brief theoretical knowledge about their importance of name, technique, precautions to be taken and their therapuetical advantages.
1. Sun Salutations and Yogasanas
Meditative Asanas: Swastikasana Vajrasna Padmasana Siddhasana
Standing Postures Tadasana Trikonasana Katicakrasana Padahastasana
Sitting postures: Shashankasana Gomukhasana Ardhamatsendrsana
Prone postures: Bhujngasana Shalabhasana, Dhanurasana
Supine postures: Pavanamuktasana, Sarvangasana, Halasana, Matsyasana
Relaxative Asanas: Shavasana, Makarasana
2. Pranayama
Mechanism of correct breathing
Concept of Purak Kumbhaka and Rechaka
Sectional Breathing practice
Ujjayee Pranayama
Nadishodhana Pranayama
Bhramari Pranayama
3. Bandhas and Mudras
4. Yogic Kriyas/Cleansing Techniques
Kapalabhati
Jalaneti
5. Yoga Nidra and Meditation techniques.
6. Mantra Chanting
2. Theory syllabus of retreat programme
Basic principles of yoga and yogic practice
Relevance of yoga in health and harmony
Health, yogic concept of health and disease
Food, nutrients and yogic principles of diet
Concept of stress and its management through yoga
Ojashvi Yoga Retreat Program itinerary in Kerala, India
Day 1: Monday
Optional pick up from the airport
Welcome refreshments/Breakfast/Lunch upon arrival
19:00 p.m. - Dinner
Day 2: Tuesday
6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Energetic Morning Yoga Session
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
Retreat Activity (Boat ride at Golden Island)
13:30 p.m. - Lunch
17:00 p.m. - 18:30 p.m. – Lecture cum Yoga Session
19:00 p.m. – Dinner
Day 3: Wednesday
6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Energetic Morning Yoga Session
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
Retreat Activity (Anchengo fort and Light House visit)
13:30 p.m. - Lunch
17:00 p.m. - 18:30 p.m. – Lecture cum Yoga Session
19:00 p.m. – Dinner
Day 4: Thursday
6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Energetic Morning Yoga Session
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
Retreat Activity (Kappil Lake and Beach visit)
13:30 p.m. - Lunch
17:00 p.m. - 18:30 p.m. – Lecture cum Yoga Session
19:00 p.m. – Dinner
Day 5: Friday
7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Energetic morning yoga session
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
Retreat Activity
13:30 p.m. - Lunch
17:00 p.m. - 18:30 p.m. – Lecture cum Yoga Session
19:00 p.m. – Dinner
Day 6: Saturday
6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Energetic Morning Yoga Session
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
11:00 a.m- Lecture cum Meditation/Relaxation Session
13:30 p.m. - Lunch
Retreat Activity (Sivagiri Ashram visit)
19:00 p.m. – Dinner
Day 7: Sunday
6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Energetic Morning Yoga Session
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
Conclusion of Yoga retreat – Check out and Onward Journey
Ojashvi Yoga Retreat Course Dates Calendar 2019
Date |
Course |
Fee |
Bookings Open |
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| 30 Sep 2019 To 06 Oct 2019 |
Yoga Retreat - Kerala |
US$ 475 |
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| 07 Oct 2019 To 13 Oct 2019 |
Yoga Retreat - Kerala |
US$ 475 |
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| 14 Oct 2019 To 20 Oct 2019 |
Yoga Retreat - Kerala |
US$ 475 |
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| 21 Oct 2019 To 27 Oct 2019 |
Yoga Retreat - Kerala |
US$ 475 |
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Inclusions
Yoga techniques, training and practice (Monday through Saturday)
6 Nights accommodation in private room with attached bathroom having hot and cold running water
Daily Three times wholesome vegetarian meals during the course
Guidance and assistance for local sight seen of tourism interest
Extra Curricular activities such as Kappil Lake boating, visit to Janardana Swami Temple or visit to Perumathura Beach
Ojashvi Yoga Retreat Participation Certificate from RYS Ojashvi Yoga Shala Kerala
Exclusions
Other expenses of personal nature
Airport pickup and return transfer (can be arranged on request at extra cost)
Anything not specifically mentioned in Inclusions
Fees and Payment Options
$475 for Single participation
$900 for Double Shared Accommodation
We accept this non refundable initial Yoga retreat Course Fee Registration deposit through Paypal (Credit Cards) or Bank (Wire) Transfers.
