YogaLife

Yoga Retreat

Seven and fourteen days of immersive practice in the city where modern yoga was born.

YogaLife shala & gardens

Why Rishikesh

The Source of the Tradition

Rishikesh is not simply a beautiful city in the foothills of the Himalayas — it is the yoga capital of the world, a place where the classical tradition has been lived, taught, and transmitted for centuries. The Ganges, the mountains, and the atmosphere of sincere practice create conditions for inner work that students rarely find elsewhere.

Our retreats are deliberately unhurried. The structure supports intensive practice without becoming pressurised. You will be challenged — but you will also rest, eat well, explore the city, and leave feeling more yourself than when you arrived.

What Is Included

Everything You Need

  • Twin or private room accommodation at the shala
  • Three sattvic vegetarian meals per day
  • Twice-daily yoga sessions (morning and evening)
  • Daily philosophy or anatomy lecture
  • One cooking class: sattvic vegetarian cuisine
  • Guided walking tour of Rishikesh heritage sites
  • Airport transfer from Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun / Bangalore
  • All props and course materials

A Typical Day

Your Daily Rhythm

5:30 amPranayama & Morning Meditation
6:30 amHatha or Ashtanga Asana Practice
8:30 amSattvic Breakfast
10:00 amPhilosophy Talk or Workshop
12:30 pmLunch & Rest Period
3:30 pmAnatomy, Pranayama, or Guest Talk
5:30 pmEvening Asana or Yin Yoga
7:00 pmDinner
8:30 pmChanting, Satsang, or Free Time

The afternoon free period is yours — explore Rishikesh, rest, journal, or sit in the garden. The schedule adapts on days with special excursions.

Dates & Availability

Upcoming Retreats

RetreatDatesAvailabilityPrice
7-Day Rishikesh ImmersionFebruary 1 – 7, 20264 spots leftFrom $890Reserve a Spot
14-Day Deep Practice RetreatMarch 8 – 21, 2026OpenFrom $1,690Reserve a Spot
7-Day Rishikesh ImmersionApril 5 – 11, 2026OpenFrom $890Reserve a Spot
Yin & Yoga Nidra RetreatMay 2 – 8, 2026OpenFrom $950Reserve a Spot

The Setting

Life at the Shala

Morning practice hall
Guest accommodation
Sattvic kitchen & dining

Questions

Frequently Asked

Begin Your Journey

Your Transformation Starts in Rishikesh

Join thousands of students from around the world who have found their calling through authentic yoga education in Rishikesh, India.