No, you don’t need prior yoga experience. Everybody is welcome.
4 Day Yoga Vacation
4 Day Yoga Vacation
4 Day Yoga Vacation in India Mandrem, Goa
Looking for an authentic 4 Day Yoga Vacation and want o teach globally?
Do you also want to learn from authentic Indian yoga teachers? (think out loud later)
4 Day Yoga Vacation at India Yoga School is led by authentic Indian teachers. The course provides detailed training in Hatha Yoga, Aerial Yoga, and Ashtanga Vinyasa, along with exposure to Yin, Aqua, and Acro yoga.
- Our 4-Day yoga vacation in Goa is made to help you take a break from the daily hustle and work and have a chance to rejuvenate, and return to your everyday life feeling more balanced, clear, and full of energy.
- At India Yoga School, we invite you to discover ancient yogic wisdom and the stunning natural beauty that surrounds us here.
Why India Yoga School?
- Aerial Yoga Exploration Our unique Aerial Yoga classes help you build strength and flexibility using aerial hammocks for creative movements, inversions.
- Stunning Location – Our Location is just a 5-minute walk from the beach, and we are surrounded by a tropical and peaceful environment.
- Freshly cooked Indian meals are designed to satisfy your taste buds while perfectly blending with the Ayurvedic lifestyle.
- Goa’s Best Kept Secret: Uncovering the Cultural Heritage – Our excursions to offbeat places like the hidden lake meditation, sunset point hike, cave excursions, and trips to temples make our yoga retreat in Goa an authentic Indian experience.
- Expert Instructors: Our teachers are knowledgeable in yoga philosophy, pranayama, meditation techniques, and various yoga styles.
Course Details
Duration: 22 Days
Accommodation : Included with Meals
Certification : Yoga Alliance
Check in: every Monday of the month
Style: Multi-Style with Aerial Yoga
Fees
€1099
(Dormitory Room)
€1599
(Double Occupancy)
€1899
(Single Occupancy)
Program Inclusions:
Yoga Alliance accredited certificate (worldwide)
BONUS: 50 Hours Aerial Yoga Certificate (Yoga Alliance)
Complimentary personal yoga mats for every individual
Swimming pool access
Daily 3 freshly cooked vegetarian meals
Indian teachings on yogic history, philosophy, anatomy, methodology, meditation, pranayama, kriyas, mantra, and daily asana practice
After completing the course...
You will receive a Yoga Alliance certificate.
Recognised and accepted worldwide.
Recognised and accepted worldwide.
Detailing of the subject
Through Karma Yoga, we build a sense of community by giving back to our shared home and environment.
Whether it’s a few sun salutations or a moment of self reflection, this practice is a peaceful way to begin your day.
We will explore guided pranayama (ancient breathing techniques) to strengthen the link between your breath and your consciousness, grounding you in the present moment.
In asana class we practice a blend of styles including Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Aerial, and Yin yoga. We focus on mindful alignment throughout to help you build a safe and strong practice.
Enjoy a healthy and freshly cooked plant based meal, prepared to refuel and energize you. This communal time is a cherished part of our daily rhythm, perfect for connecting with others and sharing stories.
Our theory sessions are structured to make you understand yoga both on and off the mat. We’ll learn the history and wisdom of Yoga Philosophy, the power of Mantras, cover practical Teaching Methodology, and provide an introduction to the Yoga Business.
You will learn key principles of Anatomy, understanding how the body moves, helping you to practice with deeper understanding, awareness, and safety. You will also be introduced to the ancient system of Ayurveda, learning how to create harmony in your life through diet and lifestyle.
Our fresh, plant-based meals are designed to be both delicious and easy to digest, keeping you feeling light and energized.
Discover the joy of inversions and other challenging poses with a sense of security and weightlessness. Aerial yoga offers a gentle way to build strength, increase flexibility, and enhance your body’s natural alignment. Using soft silk hammocks, you’ll be able to explore new postures and improve your stretches with the support of gravity.
The evening is a time for guided meditation and activity, like going to the beach for the sunset meditation. The session includes a guided beach meditation followed by an excursion to a local point of interest.
Cap off your day with a delicious and wholesome dinner, designed to be both satisfying and easy to digest.
Facilities You Enjoy At the Yoga School in Rishikesh, India
5:00 AM
Morning Bell
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Shatkarma & Pranayama
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Traditional Hatha Yoga
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Breakfast
10:00 AM - 10: 45 AM
Yoga Anatomy
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Yoga Alignment & Adjustment
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Mantra Chanting & Yin Yoga
A true identity of a yogi is attached to his disciplined life
Discover the path to true yogic discipline with our Vinyasa Yogashala. While anyone can learn yoga and spirituality, delving deeper into the life of a yogi is essential for becoming a true yogi. Our comprehensive curriculum is designed to provide you with the knowledge and discipline you need to become fully immersed in the journey of yoga and divinity. Take the first steps towards enlightenment with our specially crafted schedule and expert guidance designed extensively to teach you the best practices and principles of yogic philosophy. Let’s unlock your yogic potential with a well-defined timetable or schedule because attaining discipline is the utmost significant step to become a yoga teacher.
01:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch
03:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Yoga Philosophy
04:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Ashtanga Yoga & Vinyasa Flow Yoga
06:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Meditation & Restorative Yoga
07:10 PM - 8:00 PM
Dinner
08:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Bhakti Yoga
10:00 PM
Lights off
The highest value of life is to love yourself first
Curriculum For 4 Day Yoga Vacation
- Pranayama is the ancient yogic practice of breath control, involving specific techniques to regulate and expand the breath for improved physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
- Subject framework:
- Introduction to the fundamentals and principles of pranayama.
- Various pranayama techniques such as Anulom Vilom (Alternate Nostril Breathing), Bhastrika (Bellows Breath), Ujjayi (Victorious Breath), Sheetali (Cooling Breath), Sheetkari (Hissing Breath), Brahmari (Bee Breath), Surya Bhedana (Right Nostril Breathing), and Chandra Bhedana (Left Nostril Breathing).
- The significance of prana (life force energy) and its connection to overall well-being.
- Hatha Yoga: Hatha yoga is a traditional form of yoga that focuses on physical postures (asanas) and breath control (pranayama).
- Subject Framework: We’ll be covering asanas from below categories:
- Arm balancing Asanas.
- Backward Bending Asanas
- Forward Bending Asanas
- Inversions.
- Twisting Poses.
- Sideward Bending Asana
- Our Hatha approach:
- Foundational Hatha Yoga poses
- Static holds
- Modifications and variations
- Mindful movement
- Integration of correct breathing
- Aerial yoga is a unique form of yoga that incorporates a silk hammock suspended from the ceiling to support and deepen yoga poses. It combines elements of traditional yoga, acrobatics, and aerial arts to enhance strength, flexibility, and body awareness.
- Subject Framework:
- Fundamentals of Aerial Yoga
- Aerial yoga poses and sequences
- Core strength and stability
- Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, popularized by K. Pattabhi Jois in the 20th century, was influenced by the teachings of Krishnamacharya.
- Subject Framework:
- Ashtanga Vinyasa Surya Namaskar A
- Ashtanga Vinyasa Surya Namaskar B
- Ashtanga Vinyasa Primary Series (Till Naukasana)
- Alignment and Modifications.
- Yoga kriyas are purification techniques in yoga that aim to cleanse the body, balance energy, and promote overall well-being.
- Subject Framework:
- Understanding the contraindications, precautions, and modifications related to specific Kriyas.
- You’ll learn the following Kriyas and their detailed anatomical explanations:
- Kapalabhat
- Jal Neti
- Trataka
- Mantra chanting involves the repetition of sacred sounds, words, or phrases, creating a vibrational resonance that helps to focus the mind, cultivate positive energy, and connect with higher states of consciousness.
- Subject framework:
- The principles and techniques of chanting sacred mantras.
- The meanings and significance of popular mantras such as Om, Gayatri Mantra, Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra, Shanti Mantras, Shiva Mantras, Goddess Mantras, and Gayatri Mantra.
- Correct pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation of mantras.
- In our anatomy class, you’ll learn the do a comprehensive study of the body’s physical structures, such as muscles, bones, joints, and organs, with a specific focus on their relevance and application in yoga practice and instruction.
- Subject framework:
- Skeletal system
- Muscular system
- Joints and movements
- Anatomy of the spine
- Postural alignment
- Individual variations
- Energy systems (Prana and Chakras)
- Anatomy of the subtle body
- 5 Points of Injury and Prevention
- Respiratory system (Non-contact hours)
- Digestive system (Non-contact hours)
- Ayurveda is an ancient Indian system of medicine and healing that focuses on restoring and maintaining balance in the body and mind. It views each individual as unique and focuses on addressing the root causes of imbalances rather than just treating symptoms.
- Subject Framework: In our Ayurveda class, students will learn:
- Fundamentals of Ayurveda, including the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) and their qualities.
- How to determine their individual constitution (Prakriti) and understand its impact on health.
- Ayurvedic lifestyle practices for maintaining balance and well-being.
- Principles of Ayurvedic nutrition and suitable foods for each dosha.
- Techniques for cleansing and detoxification in Ayurveda.
- Yoga philosophy is the study and exploration of ancient wisdom and principles that guide the yogic lifestyle, offering insights into the nature of existence and the path to self-realization and inner peace.
- Subject framework:
- The history, meaning, and lifestyle of yoga
- The four paths of yoga: Jnana Yoga, Raja Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga
- The principles and teachings of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras (Some important sutras are covered).
- Introduction to Bhagvada Gita
- The eight limbs of Ashtanga Yoga
- Concepts of the three gunas: Sattva, Rajas, Tamas
- Basics of Chakras
- Meditation is a practice that involves training the mind to achieve a state of deep inner peace and relaxation. It helps in cultivating mindfulness, enhancing self-awareness, and promoting mental clarity.
- Subject framework:
- The concept and purpose of meditation
- How to establish a regular meditation practice
- Techniques to cultivate focus, concentration, and present-moment awareness
- Various meditation techniques:
- Mindfulness meditation
- Visualization meditation
- Mantra meditation
- Loving-kindness meditation
- Chakra meditation (working with the energy centers in the body)
- Introduction to Yog Nidra
- Teaching Methodology class is essential for you as it’ll equip you with the skills, knowledge, and tools necessary to create well-structured classes, effectively communicate with students, and develop your own unique teaching style.
- Subject framework:
- Principles of Class Sequencing and Lesson Planning
- Effective Communication
- Generating Cues for Any Yoga Sequence
This subject is designed for aspiring and current yoga teachers who want to build a sustainable and thriving yoga business. This class provides the practical, real-world information needed to transform a love for yoga into a successful career.
- Your Business Blueprint: We’ll dive into all the different ways you can run a yoga business from opening a studio to building a private practice or going fully online and help you figure out which path is the perfect fit for you.
- Business Models: Understand the advantages and disadvantages of different business models, including physical studios, private teaching, and online platforms, to select the best fit for your goals.
- Ethical Practice
- Authentic Marketing
Facilities You Enjoy At the Yoga School in Rishikesh, India
Mud Bath
Local Treks
Fire Ritual
Yoga Classes
Temple Visit
Meditation
recommended Activities
Facilities You Enjoy At India Yoga School, Goa
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Our Accomodation
The Heart of Relaxation – Accommodations with a Beautiful Pool
Our Food
Delicious flavors of Ayurveda, to nourish your body and soul.
Our Certificates
Our Yoga Alliance certificate is your passport to teaching yoga globally.
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Important Guidelines
- In case of cancellation of the course, deposit amount is non-refundable, but it can be transferred to another available date.
- The transfer of the course is only applicable to the same individual and cannot be transferred to any other person.
- If a student doesn’t appear or chooses to leave the course before completion without valid reasons, they will be liable to pay the full amount of the course.
- In the unlikely event that the school cancels the course, students are entitled to a full refund of the course fee.
- Our training goes in a weekly cycle for 3-weeks and then repeats, trainees can join only on the Mondays unless there is an exclusive permission given by the school.
- Only training cost is Euro 699 (This excludes Accommodation & Food). 10% early bird discount is applicable if booked 30 days before the start date.
- Saturdays are Half days and Sundays are dedicated to rest and rejuvenation.
- Our dormitory is a female dormitory.
- Any transaction charges on payments are not included in the fee mentioned on the website.
- On card payments, 5% payment gateway transaction charges are applicable.
- There are three entities operating simultaneously within the same campus: India Yoga School, a resort and a café. Students of India Yoga School are strictly advised to refrain from consuming non-vegetarian food, alcohol, or engaging in smoking, even if such options are offered by the resort or café. The school promotes a strictly vegetarian diet as part of its courses and practice. Maintaining respect for the school’s rules, the purity of the campus, the course, and fellow practitioners is of utmost priority.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the 4 - Day Yoga Vacation
Yes, absolutely! You don’t need any prior experience to join.
You will stay in comfortable accommodation with a swimming pool and enjoy three vegetarian meals per day.
We recommend packing comfortable, loose-fitting clothes for your practice, a reusable water bottle, sunscreen, and personal toiletries. You might also want to bring a journal to document your journey.
Yes, we provide the yoga mats and necessary props.
You will experience practices like Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa, and Aerial Yoga, along with exposure to Yin, Aqua, and Acro yoga.
During the yoga retreat, you’ll have access (optional) to the theory subjects such as Yoga Philosophy, Chakra meditation, Ayurveda, Mantras, and Teaching Methodology etc.
Our teachers are all from India and are deeply rooted in the authentic traditions of yoga, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the mat.
While a tourist visa is commonly used for our courses, we still advise you to check the specific requirements with the relevant sources of your country.
Your kit includes a complimentary yoga mat, school bag and t-shirt, student course book, a jal neti pot, a japa mala, a notebook and pen, and access to our online book bank.
Our schedule is a balanced blend of practice and study, including karma yoga, asana practice, theory classes, and afternoon meditation and excursions.
The deposit fee and the course fee are non-refundable but transferable to the same individual for other dates.
The safety of our students is our top priority. Our premises are secured 24/6, and our staff is always on-site to ensure a safe and comfortable environment.
This yoga retreat is for those who are searching for a peaceful getaway to relax, recharge, and practice mindfulness, and want to immerse themselves in India’s rich heritage and experience its unique traditions beyond the typical tourist path.
Absolutely! Many participants attend our retreats solo, as it’s a wonderful opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and form meaningful connections.
We recommend bringing comfortable yoga attire, a reusable water bottle, sunscreen, insect repellent, a journal, and any personal items you may need. A detailed packing list will be provided upon registration.
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Donate for a Cause
Yoga teaches us that we are not separate from the Earth, we are part of it.
The ocean that breathes, the rivers that flow, the mountains that hold silence, they hold us too.
Through your donation, you become part of this circle of care supporting clean-up drives, conscious action, and protection of the land that nurtures our practice in Goa.
This is seva in its purest form: giving back with love, gratitude, and responsibility.
Together, we heal the body, the community, and the planet.
How to Reach there?
Jolly Grant Airport, about 25 km from Rishikesh, has daily flights from Delhi. We can arrange a cab from the airport to our school for an additional fee.
Daily trains connect Delhi to Haridwar railway station. Upon arriving at Haridwar Railway Station, we can organize a pickup for you at a reasonable charge.
Daily trains connect Delhi to Haridwar railway station. Upon arriving at Haridwar Railway Station, we can organize a pickup for you at a reasonable charge.
Daily trains connect Delhi to Haridwar railway station. Upon arriving at Haridwar Railway Station, we can organize a pickup for you at a reasonable charge.