Important notes to consider before participation

The program will be conducted in English. Please note that attendance on all days is mandatory.

• This program is open for individuals over 18 years of age and children or minors cannot accompany the participants
• Only those who register for the program are allowed to stay at the Centre as the Centre is exclusive to the residents
• Any friends, family or acquaintance will not be allowed to visit the residents during the course of the program
• This is a fully-residential program. Participants will not be able to leave the centre during the retreat

Slow down, breathe and connect with yourself. Over six days we will explore some fundamental aspects of your well being through Classical Hatha yoga, nutrition and lifestyle sessions, nature walks and long breaks in between.

• Though the best way to experience this program is to come with no thought of what will happen, below is an overview of what to expect 🙂
• Morning Yoga sessions followed by a sumptuous, satvik breakfast.
• Interactive sessions on food & lifestyle to help you learn how to naturally keep yourself stress and disease-free.
• Visits to hidden natural wonders that are accessible only to our residents.

The whole program is designed to give you time and space to be with yourself. Everything is approached in an easy and relaxed manner to help you unwind and immerse yourself in the magical sights, sounds and smells of the forest.

You will learn Surya Kriya. It is a subtle and gentle practice that has a tremendous impact on your overall wellbeing. Below are some benefits of Surya Kriya

• Reduces anxiety
• Enhances sleep quality
• Normalises weight
• Develops mental clarity
• Remedies weak constitution
• Balances hormones

All cottages have been hand crafted using natural material with minimal impact to the ecosystem. Your cottage includes a private washroom and open to sky shower with some native trees and plants for company.

The rooms have an abundant supply of fresh forest air coupled with soothing ambient sounds of the birds and trees around. Sleeping here is a healing experience by itself.

All rooms have fans, plug points, lamps, mosquito nets and beds. We do not use air conditioners, geysers, microwaves, television sets and other appliances that may disturb you or the life around.

Our volunteers are always available to assist you with anything you need. A few details of what is available:

• Fresh linen, towels, sheets, light quilts.
• Hot water for shower with prior notice.
• Laundry service at an additional cost.

Wifi is available at a designated common area with enough seating for everyone who may want to use it.

You will be served wholesome plant-based satvik meals prepared with great love and care by our team. The meals are designed to heal and nourish your system and enhance your experience of the program. You will also be involved in making some of it!

We serve freshly brewed herbal and spice infusions that will take care of all your tea or coffee cravings.

Below is a list of what you might need during your stay here:

• Comfortable, low maintenance clothing.*
• Light woollens as it could get slightly cold in the mornings.
• Torch and batteries (also available at our store).*
• Personal water bottle (for outings / forest walks).
• Personal medication, if any. We do have medical stores close to the Centre but it’s good to carry specific medication you might need.
• Trekking/walking shoes.
• Clothing you don’t mind getting wet in.
• Lots of excitement 🙂

*You can also shop at the Akshat Earth Store situated within the Centre. Below is a list of what is available at our store:

• Organic cotton clothing for Yoga and daily wear.
• Yoga mats made of natural cotton.
• Non toxic, natural personal care products like soaps, shampoos etc.
• Natural biodegradable personal use items like Bamboo toothbrushes, hair brushes etc.
• Natural mosquito repellent, incense and other daily use items.
• Sugar free, dairy free sweets and nibbles prepared in house for your between-meals and sweet cravings.

Yes, this is our real home 🙂 You will experience this when you come over. It is surreal how your entire system comes alive as soon as you arrive here.

We have our car and driver available in the Centre 24/7. And a few volunteers who are prepared to assist anytime, so you are safe and secure.

To protect the forest and respect the privacy of residents we have a few guidelines that we follow.

• No food in the rooms. This is to maintain hygiene and keep other creatures out of our rooms.
• There is no Wifi inside the cottages.
• We avoid talking on speaker phones as it disturbs the peace and tranquility of the space and our guests. We provide headphones in case anyone needs them.
• The Centre and surrounding spaces are not meant for consumption of alcohol, cigarettes or any substance use.
• The space has been preserved to heal, align and nourish the mind, body and soul. Please help us make this experience possible for all residents.