Yoga Retreat in India
Take the next step with your practice … in paradise
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India Retreat If you’ve ever thought, ‘one day I’d love to go to India,’ or dreamt of returning, our yoga retreat in November offers the perfect opportunity to do just this, sharing the experience with a group of like-minded people on an adventure together. Byron Yoga Centre invites you to explore your practice of yoga, immerse yourself in Hindu culture, and rest and rejuvenate at Kailash Beach Resort, Pondicherry, a few hours south of Chennai on the east coast of the vast sub-continent, in the state of Tamil Nadu. |
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Held in conjunction with our 14 day yoga teacher training and graduate program, this retreat provides a perfect opportunity to expand your yoga practice in a relaxed and tranquil environment. With Byron Yoga Centre's teaching team on site, you can be assured of a rich, varied and holistic experience of yoga while at the same time enjoying the exotic surroundings that Pondicherry has to offer. A delightful seaside town - infused with the European influence that offers street signs in French and traditional pain au chocolate - this is the authentic India with a difference and a delightful place to explore; Ashrams, Temples, Grand Bazaars and Cafes. It’s the ideal place to adjust to the very different way of life in India and the perfect launch pad for travelling around the country on your own after the retreat, if your schedule permits. |
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Special prices are available for partners, family or friends who would like to join you for the experience, without the yoga. The resort features a large swimming pool with sun loungers, terraces sheltered from the sun and traditional Ayurvedic massage. Family and friends accompanying yoga participants can enjoy generous discounts on their holiday. There is a $500 discount on the regular price if you choose the option without yoga, see below for more details.
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Teachers Our lead teachers have a combined teaching experience of over 50 years offering a wealth of knowledge and expertise to share with participants. John Ogilvie, the founder and director of Byron Yoga Centre, 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 in Sydney, has also been teaching yoga for over twenty years. Her in-depth knowledge of applied anatomy and physiology is shared in an engaging and accessible manner that deepens the experience of yoga for students with different levels of experience, strength and flexibility. Judy inspires a deep appreciation of the movement of the body. Other experienced teachers include:
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Sample retreat schedule Our retreats are suitable for people of all levels from beginners right through to experienced practitioners. Variations of poses are offered and there is the option to rest if necessary. The schedule is flexible and planned to maximise your experience of yoga whilst allowing free time to explore the surrounding area and engage with the local culture. *Please note the schedule below may vary
Various group day trips can be arranged during the free time (as an optional extra) or you may prefer to explore on your own or with just one or two friends in a local taxi. If you'd like to join in additional yoga, there may be the option to join in the teacher training intensive mid morning asana class. Areas of interest around the resort include:
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Location Kailash Beach Resort is located in the ancient fishermen hamlet of Pudukkupam, established during the Chola period (IX-XII century), 10 kms south of Pondicherry city, in the Coromandel coast of the Bay of Bengal. The premier establishment in Pondicherry state, the resort has been carefully chosen by Byron Yoga Centre staff who visited in person last November. Located in a quiet and secluded area with a private path to the beach, Kailash Beach Resort provides 4-star luxury accommodation. Set in tropical gardens it offers courtyards, gardens, poolside and lounge areas to relax in between yoga and visits to the local sights. Designed with respect for the environment and sensitivity to the local culture, the resort offers guests a comfortable travel experience and provides a wonderful backdrop for your next step on the yogic path. It's a peaceful haven and a great base from which to explore the charm of Pondicherry - conveniently located just a thirty-minute drive away and accessible by local taxi.
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Accommodation
Stay in a spacious superior room on a twin share basis, individually decorated with unique furniture, photographs and artefacts. The comfortable rooms all feature en-suite facilities and double beds can be arranged for couples joining us on retreat. Single rooms can also be arranged, please contact us below for details. |
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Cuisine Food at Kailash Beach Resort is Indian flavoured, tasty, not too spicy and based on the sattvic principles of our delicious vegetarian food served on retreat in Australia. In keeping with the culture, the flavours are primarily Indian however the resort can cater for all dietary requirements. Please advise of any special requests when you book your place and we’ll arrange suitable alternative meals for you. The dining area is a beautiful light filled space to enjoy socialising over delicious cuisine.
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Massage Kailash Beach Resort is an oasis of rest and revitalisation offering a range of traditional Ayurvedic massage treatments for soothing your body and healing imbalances such as headaches, insomnia etc. in two equipped rooms, with both male and female masseur/se.
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Activities During your free time venture out and explore the ancient culture of India, step into the grand bazaar and shop with the locals, walk past the elephant into the Ganesha Temple, visit the international community of Auroville or soak up the atmosphere of the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Walk along the seashore, past the statue of Gandhi, explore the streets of Pondicherry with hidden shops offering Indian Antiques and then rest in a café and watch the world go by, the three-wheeled, auto-rickshaws tooting their horns and navigating the streets like nowhere else in the world! If you'd prefer to stay at the resort, you can enjoy swimming in the 33 metre pool, relaxing in the jacuzzi, walking along the beach or indulging in ayurvedic massage. A range of activities are available including table tennis and other indoor games or share time with the local women, learning embroidery, tailoring and screen printing from the small businesses located on site. |
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Price – Based on Twin Share, Per Person Superior Room: AU$2350 Enquire about our early bird discount Friends or family members not attending yoga enjoy a AU$500 discount per person |
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Superior Room: AU$1850
Please contact us below about our early bird discount
Inclusions
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13 nights twin share accommodation
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Return airport transfers
(If you book the recommended group flights below) -
Buffet breakfast
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Buffet lunch
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Buffet dinner
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One Ayurvedic massage
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Twice daily yoga (yoga retreat only)
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Evening programs (yoga retreat only)
Prices do not include the following:
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International or domestic airfares to Chennai
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Visas (required), travel insurance (recommended) and vaccinations (optional)
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Please seek professional advise from your travel agent and health practitioner
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, please contact us below for more details.
International Flights
You can book directly with your travel agent or if you're based in Australia Byron Yoga Centre can help you book through its local agent – Flight Centre Ballina.
We recommend you book the following flights with Singapore Airlines as early as possible to secure the best available airfare and to travel with the Byron Yoga Centre team for your ease and comfort.
Please note all flight information provided below is a guideline only and subject to change; refer to the airlines directly for the most up to date details.
Sat 13 Nov 10
SQ256 Brisbane 09:30 Singapore 15:15
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SQ232 Sydney 12:40 Singapore 17:40
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SQ238 Melbourne 11:30 Singapore 15:55
All three flights connect with:
SQ528 Singapore 20:35 Chennai 22:00
Transfer to resort arriving early Sunday 14 November
Sat 27 Nov 10
SQ529 Chennai 23:15 Singapore 06:05 + 1 Day
Sun 28 Nov 10
SQ245 Singapore 09:55 Brisbane 19:30 + 1 Day
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SQ219 Singapore 09:25 Sydney 19:55 + 1 Day
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SQ217 Singapore 09:55 Melbourne 20:15 + 1 Day
Airfares range from approx $1400 including taxes - subject to availability at time of booking.
Alternatives:
If you're a Qantas Frequent Flyer you may prefer these flights:
Sat 13 Nov 10
QF51 Brisbane 13:40 Singapore 19:30
AI449 Singapore 21:05 Chennai 22:25
These arrival flights from Brisbane also connect with the group transfer
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QF127 Sydney 12:00 Hong Kong 17:50
CX631 Hong Kong 22:35 Chennai 01:35 + 1
These arrival flights from Sydney require an individual transfer
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Flights from Melbourne require two stops - Singapore - Melbourne - Chennai refer to Qantas for more details
Sat 27 Nov 10
AI448 Chennai 10:15 Singapore 16:55
QF52 Singapore 21:05 Brisbane 06:50 + 1 Day
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QF6 Singapore 19:45 Sydney 06:25 + 1 Day
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QF10 Singapore 20:15 Melbourne 06:30 + 1 Day
These return flights require an individual transfer to the airport (not included in the package price)
You may like to consider budget flights with Air Asia from the Gold Coast via Kuala Lumpur (this option may require an overnight stop) to Chennai, however seats haven't yet been released for travel in November 2010.
Deposit
To secure your place we require a $625 deposit per person. We conveniently offer internet banking and credit card facilities for online registrations via our secure payment gateway.
Full Payment
The due date for full payment of bookings is 14 September 2010. However we can still accept new bookings after this date, subject to availability.
Click here to book your place on the 14 Day Yoga Retreat
Click here to book your place on the 14 Day Non-Yoga Retreat
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