Ayurveda, Yoga, and Meditation

Your Day in Kerala

We begin our day in the magic of white sands, palm trees, and soft ocean breezes.

Morning Spiritual Practices

You can choose between two different programs, depending on your level of familiarity with the practices (or simply according to the mood of the day!)

a) For those already familiar with the practices of Self-Realization and who prefer to have a longer meditation, there are guided Energization Exercises, followed by chanting and meditation, with guidance on the deeper aspects of these techniques.

b) The other option includes a more detailed instruction in the Energization Exercises (which were developed by Yogananda to recharge all body cells with vitality), followed by a short Ananda Yoga practice, chant and guided meditation. Beginners are guided step-by-step in all the practices.

Breakfast

We then have breakfast in the open-air restaurant, overlooking the ocean. The buffet includes fresh juices (pineapple, papaya, watermelon, orange), a variety of local tropical fruits, and delicious Ayurvedically-prepared dishes.

Ayurveda and Ananda Yoga Classes

At about 11:30 we meet either on the lawn under the coconut palms or in the thatched-roof, round yoga hall. An Indian doctor will teach the basic principles of Ayurveda, help you to understand and work with your "doshas," and give you helpful advice on how to get the most benefit from the treatments and the Ayurvedic meals. There will also be classes and guided Ananda Yoga sessions, which will usually be combined with the Ayurveda lesson.

Ayurvedic Treatments

The lesson will finish around 13:00 and then everyone is free to pursue their Ayurvedic treatments.

Group Meditation at Sunset

For those who wish to participate, guided yoga and meditation will always be offered from 17:30 until 19:00 in the evening.

Evening Entertainment

Next to the restaurant is an outdoor stage where there are performances which include classical Indian music and dance as well as the extraordinary Keralan tradition of “Katha Kali,” which is a theatrical representation of Indian mythology. The actors wear elaborate costumes and masks and tell the stories through dance, music and mime.