With travel now hitting off as the pandemic situation gets somewhat, if not fully, under control, the tourism concentration of North India is rising non-stop. This rush overwhelms the real meaning of rejuvenation, after this pandemic. Our mental and physical health has been greatly affected with lockdowns, shutdowns, and what not. And this is the perfect time to take a week off and relax and reconnect with our inner selves through yoga. Here is a listicle of some of the lesser-known but grounding yoga centers in India where you can reconnect with the inner you.
1. Kaivalyam Retreat, Munnar, Kerala
Who wouldn't like to wake up to the sweet sounds of birds, beetles, crickets, amidst a spice plantation in Kerala! This wellness center, overlooking hills blanketed with tea plantation of Munnar, seals your mind, body and soul with the therapy of nature, healthy diet, yoga and meditation. All the perfect setting for rejuvenation!
What's waiting for you!
Morning and Afternoon Structured Yoga Sessions, Asanas, Pranayama & Meditation, Ayurvedic Therapies.
Booking and Costs- They provide a plethora of options for you to choose the type of package and accommodation you like and a minimum of 6 days retreat at a tree-top studio would cost you INR 30-40,000 approx. You can check out their exciting packages here.
2. Swan Yoga Retreat, Assago, Goa
Nestled in the tropical jungle of Goa, this yoga center offers powerful healing retreats that withdraws your mind from stress and takes you to a whole another world of paradise and peace. You can avail the beautiful cottages, yoga halls, juice bar, gardens and temples along with daily yoga and mediation classes, detox diet and sacred fire rituals.
What's waiting for you!
Weekend Yoga Retreats, Drop-in Yoga Classes, Yoga Teacher Training, Meditation Training, Panchakrma, Ayurveda Treatments, Mantra Chanting, Cooking Classes.
Booking and Costs- A weekend (3N/2D) yoga retreat at the beautiful cottages of Swan Yoga Center would cost you INR 15-20,000 approximately and you can check their variety of packages on their website.
3. Hinterland Village, Kochi, Kerala
This Yoga and Ayurveda center is spread amidst a bamboo jungle of Kochi and is also home to more than 54 species of birds. It's objective is to provide a holistic approach to yoga and mediation where you can stay in eco-friendly cottages, have three nourishing meals a day curated from their organic farm and experience nature, peace and relaxation at its best.
What's waiting for you!
Yoga, Guided Meditation, Ayurvedic Tips and Therapies, Steam Baths, Hatha Yoga Practice, Cooking Classes.
Booking and Costs- A 6-day Yoga and Meditation Retreat at their cottages would cost you approx. INR 22-24,000. Here, check out their exciting packages on their website.
4. Shathayu Ayurveda Yoga Retreat, Bengaluru, Karnataka
25-minutes drive from Bengaluru International Airport would take you to this retreat overlooks hills on three sides and an enchanting lake in the other. The yoga rooms and halls, the amphitheatre, the medicinal and spiritual gardens will surely take your stress away as you soak in the retreats, treatments and therapies that they offer.
What's waiting for you!
Yoga and Naturopathy Retreats, Packages for Wellness, Panchakarma, Weight Management, Pain Management, Weekend Wellness, De-addiction Programme.
Booking and Costs- You can book your customized package there with an average of a 3-day yoga and naturopathy session could cost you approx. INR 15-20,000. Enquire about your package here.
5. Bhakti Kutir, Canacona, Goa
22 unique cabanas made from rice and bamboo straws, surrounded by swaying coconut trees, this yoga center treats you with utmost comfort, relaxation and grounding experience in Goa. You'll be having daily yoga and meditation classes, fresh local foods to detox your body and a juice bar! Just a perfect back-to-nature setting.
What's waiting for you!
Yoga and Meditation Classes, Yoga Teacher Training Programme, Ayurvedic and Naturopathy Clinic and Therapy, Bliss Circus (Aerial Training Camp).
Booking and Costs- A typical 3-day yoga retreat can cost you approx. INR 7-10,000 and can vary according to the services you avail and the number of days you stay. Currently they are conducting one online retreat and the other retreats can be booked via their email or phone number here on the website.
6. AyurYoga Eco-Ashram, Mysore, Karnataka
Located on the banks of River Kabini, this retreat center welcomes you with 4 yoga spaces nestled in nature, an Ayurveda Hospital with qualified therapists, and about 40 eco-friendly rooms. Serving organic vegetarian food, AyurYoga Eco-Ashram, situated in the peaceful countryside of Mysore, offers an experience that has the potential to improve your lifestyle, and physical and mental health as well.
What's waiting for you!
Yoga Teacher Training Retreats, Yoga Retreats for Beginners, Intensive Yoga Retreat for Advanced Yogis, Ayurveda Therapies and Courses.
Extra tip- Your mobile phones and internet may not work properly there, given the countryside location, but you can avail their telephone services for unavoidable calls. Now that's what called taking a break and rejuvenating. Isn't it?
Booking and Costs- There are several types of packages offered as mentioned above and a typical beginner's package costs approx. INR 40-50,000 for 14 days. You can book your packages here.
7. Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
It is a government-recognised yoga ashram in Chennai well-known for its holistic health uplifting approach by incorporating yoga and mediation practices and knowledge about yoga and Ayurveda. With many qualified yoga teachers, therapists and peaceful environment, it also curates customized yoga therapies and asana practice sessions for even children!
What's waiting for you!
Yoga Sessions, Yoga Therapy, Yoga Teacher Training, Online Chanting Sessions, Post-Covid Rehabilitation Therapy.
Booking and Costs- Currently they are providing online therapies and sessions mostly, which you can book here and you can also contact them for further offline sessions.
Come on now! Choose your favorite from the above yoga centers located amidst the lush beauty of South India and treat your body, mind and soul with a dose of rejuvenation fore 2022 arrives.
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