Nalanda Retreat

5–7 / 14 / 21 Nights

Duration

€113 / night

From

Mandrem, North Goa

Location

Practitioner-designed

Wellness program

About This Program

Three distinct tiers of pure, immersive yoga practice with no therapies or clinical protocols. Beginner (5–7 nights) builds a safe, joyful foundation. Intermediate (14 nights) deepens alignment, arm balances, and inversions. Advanced (21 nights) explores Ashtanga, philosophy texts, advanced pranayama, and self-inquiry. Each tier includes twice-daily yoga practice, dedicated pranayama, philosophy lectures, guided meditation, sattvic meals, and personalised home practice guidance.

Why Ayurveda + Naturopathy

The Yoga Holiday intentionally excludes clinical therapies. It is pure sadhana — personal yoga practice as its own complete healing system. Graduates receive a 20% discount on their first full integrated wellness program.

Who should attend

  • Beginners: no prior yoga or wellness background
  • Intermediate: 6+ months of regular yoga practice
  • Advanced: 2+ years of consistent dedicated practice
  • Anyone seeking a pure yoga immersion without clinical overlay
  • Yoga teachers wanting time for personal practice
  • Those who completed First Step and wish to deepen

A day in the program

A representative day. Your practitioner tailors the plan to your constitution and progress.

AAyurvedaNNaturopathyYYogaDDiet
TimeActivityFocus
6:00 amMorning pranayamaUjjayi / Kapalabhati / Kumbhaka — level dependentY
7:00 amMorning asana practice90–120 min Hatha / Ashtanga / Vinyasa — level dependentY
9:00 amSattvic breakfastMindful, unhurried, dosha-aware vegetarianD
10:30 amPhilosophy lecture8 limbs / Bhagavad Gita / Yoga Sutras — level dependentY
11:30 amWorkshop or masterclassOne technique explored in depth dailyY
1:00 pmLunchDosha-aware sattvic vegetarian mealD
2:00 pmRest, journaling, or self-practiceProtected afternoon free time
4:30 pmEvening asana class75 min Yin / Vinyasa / Mysore-styleY
6:30 pmMeditation20–45 min, progresses from guided to self-ledY
7:30 pmLight sattvic dinnerSimple, nourishingD

Integrated therapy protocol

The modalities woven together across your stay.

Ayurvedic Therapies

  • No Ayurvedic therapies in this program
  • Dosha-aware sattvic vegetarian meals throughout
  • Personalised home practice plan on departure
  • Graduate discount on first integrated program

Naturopathic Modalities

  • No naturopathic therapies in this program
  • Structured nature walks and outdoor pranayama
  • Guided reflective journaling throughout
  • Pure yoga sadhana as the healing modality

Yoga & Breath

  • Beginner: Hatha foundations, Surya Namaskar A & B
  • Intermediate: Headstand, Wheel, Arm balances, Kumbhaka
  • Advanced: Ashtanga Primary + Second Series, Handstand, Kevala Kumbhaka
  • Daily pranayama (level-specific)
  • Daily philosophy study and discussion
  • Evening meditation (guided to self-led progression)

Clinical Nutrition

  • Three dosha-aware vegetarian sattvic meals daily
  • Mindful eating practice throughout
  • No dietary therapeutic protocols — simple, pure food
  • Nutritionist-advised menu — seasonal and fresh

What you leave with

  • Beginner: safe foundation, Surya Namaskar A & B, home practice
  • Intermediate: headstand, wheel, arm balances, personal sadhana
  • Advanced: Ashtanga fluency, handstand, Yoga Sutras, 90-min self-led sadhana
  • All tiers: sustained daily meditation practice
  • All tiers: written personal home practice plan
  • Foundational understanding of yoga philosophy

Durations

Choose the length that suits you. Your total is calculated per night from the room, occupancy and dates you pick at booking.

Duration
5 nights
7 nights
14 nights
21 nights

Contraindications & notes

  • Beginner tier: no contraindications
  • Intermediate/Advanced: recent spinal surgery (modify)
  • Active joint injury (modify postures)
  • Severe cardiovascular conditions (intermediate/advanced — consult)
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