Come with me and experience The Joy of Yoga in it’s birth place - Incredible India.
Whether you are new to Yoga or a more experienced practitioner this retreat is for you. In this small group we will take things slowly and look at breaking down postures that you maybe struggling with.
So if your goal is to touch your toes or something more advanced I will try and help you achieve it. I know how it feels to be the only one in the class that can’t do a posture and often in class the teacher doesn’t have the time to show you. This is your chance to deepen your practice in a warm, nourishing and encouraging environment.
Our sacred retreat space will be Boho's Hotel, just 200 metres from the beach. Relax in specially designed chill-out areas or enjoy a great book in the small but cozy library. With its own unique character, this hotel was created to give a sense of comfort and luxury modern amenities, and decorated to ignite your inner creative or artistic passion. Every detail of Boho’s Hotel has been carefully and thoughtfully selected with love and charged with the strongest creative energy.
Varkala in known as “Gods own Country“ with it’s lush countryside, beautiful beaches, stunning sunsets, Aruyvedic treatments and delicious southern Indian food.
During this week you will have lots of free time to discover all it’s delights.
THE RETREAT
THE JOY OF YOGA RETREAT
Jan 18 to 22, 2023 | VARKALA, INDIA
Arrival day
1.00 pm Welcome + Lunch
2.30pm - 4.00pm Check-in and settle-in
4.00pm - 4.30pm Opening ceremony
4.30 - 6.00 pm Yoga & Meditation
7.00pm Dinner
Daily programme
7.30am Tea & Fruit
8.00 - 9.30 am Yoga & Meditation
10.00 -11.30 am Brunch
12.00 - 4.00pm Rest + reflect
4.00 pm Tea & biscuits
4.30 -6.00 pm Afternoon practice*
7.00pm Dinner
Departure day
7.30am Tea & Fruit
8.00 - 9.30 am Yoga & Meditation
10.00 -12.00 pm Brunch + farewell
Afternoon Travel / Free time**
*The afternoon practice will vary to include yoga, meditation, and
pranayama with myself & local teachers. One afternoon we will venture
out for an excursion
**Accommodation is included on departure day to make it
more comfortable for those with early morning flights the
following day
SCHEDULE
Deluxe Double Room at Bohos* Hotel with terrace/
balcony and AC
Single occupancy = £810
Cottage at InDa* Hotel with AC
Single occupancy = £860
Prices per person
Please note that all rooms at Bohos have a large double bed and
cannot accommodate twin occupancy.
If you would like double occupancy you must book a room at InDa.
Please contact us for prices for double occupancy.
*Accommodation will be split between Bohos Hotel and InDa Hotel. They both are sister hotels from the same owners and are very close to each other. It's my home away from home and InDa truly is family.
Terms & Conditions
A prepayment of 50% (non refundable) is required to reserve your spot. Final payment will be due 4 weeks before arrival. Please note that if you cancel 27 days or less before arrival we can't give you a refund as we need to stick to the T&C's of the hotel.
If we are able to sell your spot or you bring a substitute, we will refund you.
Please rest assured that in case there might be any lockdowns due to Covid and you can't travel, we will of course fully refund you.
PRICES
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7 x nights accommodation in booked category
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1 x welcome lunch on arrival day
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6 x vegetarian brunches incl. coffee / tea,
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5 x vegetarian dinners
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1 x special dinner night
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Twice daily tea break incl. fruits and cake / biscuits (afternoon tea)
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Unlimited filtered drinking water
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1 x Yoga class daily (1.5 hrs Hatha)
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4 x afternoon practises (this is subject to change but will vary to include yoga, meditation and pranayama with myself & local teachers)
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1 x afternoon group excursion during the retreat
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Return Airport transfer (TRV to Varkala and Varkala to TRV)
EXTRA COSTS
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Flights to Trivandrum Airport
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Travel insurance
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Alcohol
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Ayurvedic massages / treatments (we can arrange these for you)
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Additional activities / excursions (we can arrange these for you)
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Access to the pool area at the neighbouring hotel (small fee)