An intensive 21 days Yoga Retreat by Rishikesh Yogpeeth,
Yoga ashram in Rishikesh, India has designed intensive yoga programs for both beginners and seasoned yoga practitioners who want to deepen their practice and enhance their skills. Each day will be a step on a journey that will experientially deepen your understanding of the core practices of yoga. With a focus on excellence, education, and community, the curriculum focuses on detailed asana technique, yoga philosophy, pranayama, and meditation for modern living. Although this retreat does not give instruction on how to teach yoga, it is a comprehensive continuing education program for those who are already practicing yoga or teaching yoga, a solid starting point for aspiring teachers, and the perfect way for students to deepen their practice without committing the time or finances necessary to complete a full teacher training. If you have or are planning to be enrolled in 7 or 14 days yoga retreat at Rishikesh Yogpeeth, this can very well be considered as an extension of these programs.
Intensive-style courses offer the opportunity to stay connected with your teachers for continued support and guidance. We also encourage you to be a part of our community page of Facebook to be in touch with like-minded people. This will allow you the opportunity to take your learning out of the yoga ashram and integrate it into your daily life. You can expect morning and afternoon asana practices sprinkled with theory, contemplation, journaling, and meditation. This is a space where deep bonding happens and long-term friendships are formed.
What to expect from a 21 days yoga retreat
- Adequate understanding of Yoga asanas and asanas adjustments to suit your body.
- Sufficient knowledge to start practicing yoga asanas and meditation on your own at home
- Stepping into yogic discipline and getting acquainted with a new schedule that you can continue for the rest of your life. As the saying goes It takes 21 days to make or break a habit
Typical Daily Schedule for 21 Days Yoga Retreat
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 05:30 am | Wake up |
| 06:00 am to 06:15 am | Herbal tea |
| 06:15 am to 06:30 am | Yogic Cleansing |
| 06:30 am to 08:00 am | Asana |
| 08:00 am to 08:30 am | Pranayama |
| 09:15 am to 10:15 am | Breakfast |
| 11:00 am to 12:00 am | Adjustment and alignment * |
| 01:30 pm to 02.30 pm | Lunch |
| 03:00 pm to 04:00 pm | Discussion on yoga/ lifestyle * |
| 05:00 pm to 06:30 pm | Asana |
| 06:30 pm to 07:30 pm | Pranayama, Meditation |
| 08:00 pm to 09:00 pm | Dinner |
| 09:30 pm | Lights Off |
*Activities during this time are subjected to change as per offering in program highlights and Teacher’s description
What can you achieve from a 21 days retreat
- Introduction to Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra
- Basics of asana and enough understanding to create your own sequence
- Basics of adjustment for asana that you learned in 7 days
- Gather enough knowledge of yoga to start practicing on your own after going back
- Will provide you clarity should you wish to take deep dive in yoga practice and enroll for 21 days retreat program
Am I eligible to attend introductory yoga retreat:
You can enroll in the retreat if you:
- You are 18 years and above
- You have no yoga experience but see Yoga as a turning point in your life
- A professional yoga course aspirant, looking to enrol in 200 hours yoga TTC
- You are a yoga teacher and want to refresh and /or strengthen your knowledge base
- If you do not want to become yoga teacher but learn just enough yoga to practice on your own
- Students, housewives, entrepreneurs, corporate professionals looking for ways to handle stress, increase productivity and enjoy zen moments Planning to spend some time with nature and connect to your inner self
Highlights and value-add of the yoga retreat
- Yogic and ayurvedic internal body cleansing
- 1 Ayurvedic massage
- Beginners Yogic asanas, meditation techniques and the yogic philosophies
- Being able to work at the ashram in the area of your choice, for example gardening, cooking, teaching, cleaning, farming, helping villagers in their daily chores etc
- Trekking to Temple and/or a Waterfall to soak in the nature along with pristine atmosphere of the Yogpeeth
- River rafting excursion or site seeing in and around Rishikesh subjected to weather conditions and availability
- Spiritual and Philosophical discussion on learnings from Bhagwad Gita, Upnishads etc.
- Should you wish to order massage at your own cost we can arrange for you
What skill levels are expected to attend introductory yoga retreat
- Beginners
- Intermediate
Yoga style
- Traditional hatha yoga
- Ashtanga yoga
Will I be provided comfortable accommodation
Beautifully designed wooden cottages are designed to give you a complete nature living experience. Appropriately sized room with comfortable bed and cotton mattress, decent size bathroom, hot and cold water availability round the clock makes your stay comfortable and memorable.
All bedding and toiletries are provided
Will I be provided comfortable accommodation
- Three vegetarian meals are served per day, designed by ayurveda nutritionist to make sure each meal served is perfectly balanced
- Tea and coffee joints are at common areas for you to enjoy a hot drink at any time of the day
- A cafe on-site to enjoy afternoon masala chai/coffee with local and migratory birds and butterflies fluttering around.
- Filtered water and natural spring water
- Non vegetarian food (including eggs), alcohol and smoking is strictly prohibited. Consumption of any type of intoxication product is NOT tolerated at Rishikesh Yogpeeth
What is included
- Three vegetarian meals a day
- Daily yoga asana classes
- Daily pranayama and yogic cleansing
- Daily meditation
- Pick-up service From Dehradun Airport at guest’s expense
What is NOT included
- Free pick-up from Delhi Airport
- AC/room heater
Dietary Requirements
Should you have any dietary requirement, kindly inform us before your arrival.