Take the next step with your practice … in paradise

India 1-14 November 2009

For those more interested in a teacher training course, please go to our teacher training section for more details about the India Training Intensive

Yoga Retreat in India

Byron Yoga Centre invites you to rest and rejuvenate in India at Ashiyana Retreat Centre, Goa.

Held in conjunction with our 14 day yoga teacher training program, this retreat provides a perfect opportunity to expand your yoga practice in a relaxed and tranquil environment. With Byron Yoga Centre's entire teaching team on site, you can be assured of a rich and varied yoga experience while at the same time, enjoying the exotic surroundings that Ashiyana has to on offer.

Without yoga...

Special prices are available for spouses, family or friends who would like to join you for the resort experience, but without yoga. Family and friends accompanying yoga teacher trainees can enjoy generous discounts on their accommodation or yoga retreat. There is a $500 deduction from the price below without the yoga option, see below for more details.

Teachers

Our lead teachers have over 20 years of knowledge and expertise each. John Ogilvie, the founder and director of Byron Yoga, has been teaching yoga for over twenty years. He encourages a light heartedness in our approach to yoga and to ourselves.

Judy Krupp, founder and director of The Yoga Room and Life Centre, has also been teaching yoga for over twenty years. She brings a wealth of knowledge on applied anatomy and physiology in an engaging and accessible manner.

Other experienced teachers include:
Kara Goodsell | Stephan Kahlert | Davina Kruse | Bettina Kahlert
Michael Nazar | Ana Davis | Alex Hamilton

The Yoga Retreat Timetable

No matter what your level of experience, our program caters to your needs...

Food

Food at Ashiyana Retreat Centre is market fresh with an exotic variety of tasty dishes to choose from. In keeping with the culture, the flavours are primarily Indian but the Centre can cater to all dietary requirements. Please advise when booking if you have any special dietary requirements so that alternative meals can be arranged for you.

Retreat Location – Ashiyana Retreat Centre, Goa

Located in the quiet and peaceful area by the beach in north Goa, Ashiyana Retreat Centre provides 4-star luxury accommodation set in tropical gardens with panoramic ocean views.

Designed with respect for the environment and sensitivity to the local culture, the resort offers guests a different kind of travel experience and provides a wonderful backdrop for your next step on the yogic path.

Wellness experience

The Ashiyana Retreat Centre is a real oasis of rest and revitalisation offering a range of treatments. More information will be available soon.

Activities

Explore the ancient culture of India, visit the local markets, take a sightseeing tour.

Accommodation

Choose from simple twin-share beach hut or shared superior rooms.

14 Day Yoga Retreat -

Beach Hut: AU$1600
Superior Room: AU$2150

• 13 nights twin share accommodation
• Return airport transfers
• Buffet breakfast
• Buffet brunch
• Buffet dinners
• 1 relaxation massage (50 minutes)

14 Day Non Yoga Retreat -

Friends or family members not doing yoga AU$500 discount

Beach Hut: AU$1100
Superior Suite: AU$1650

Options

We encourage you to attend the full 14 day retreat, however if you're limited for time we also offer 7 day retreat options.

Option 1: 1 - 14 November 2009

Option 2: 1 - 7 November 2009

Option 3: 8 - 14 November 2009

7 Day Yoga Retreat -

Beach Hut: AU$1065
Superior Room: AU$1435

7 Day Non-Yoga Retreat -

Friends or family members not doing yoga AU$250 discount

Beach Hut: AU$815
Superior Room: AU$1185

Getting there

Please note: prices do not include international or domestic airfares to Goa.
You can book directly with your travel agent or Byron Yoga Centre can help you book through its local travel agent. Visas are required and travel insurance is recommended.

International Flights

We recommend you book the following flights with Singapore Airlines as early as possible to secure the best available airfare:

31OCT    Brisbane    11.45pm     Singapore 5.35am    01NOV
01NOV    Singapore 7.35am        Mumbai        10.35am
15NOV    Mumbai    12.30am        Singapore 8.20am
15NOV    Singapore 9.55am        Brisbane    7.35pm

Airfares range from approx $1962.62 including taxes to $2500 subject to availability at time of booking

Domestic Flights

We recommend you book the following flights with Kingfisher Airlines as early as possible to secure the best available airfare:

O1NOV Mumbai 12:50pm Goa 13:50pm
14NOV Goa 16:20pm Mumbai 17:20pm

Airfares start from US$70 per sector subject to availability at time of booking