Ayurveda SelfCare & Rejuvenation Retreats
10 Feb-16 Feb / 17 Feb-23 Feb 2025
Madikeri, India
Immerse yourself in the wellness
of the most ancient and holistic science, "Ayurveda".
Would you like to learn and see yourself from an Ayurvedic point of view? Would you like to integrate the Ayurvedic principles into your daily life and create a significant life and health change? Or receive extraordinary Ayurvedic treatments to calm and strengthen your mind & Body? In India? Come and join our retreats!
Why Ayurveda?
Ayurveda, "The Science of Life" is the most ancient medical system practiced in India, with a rich history of 5000 yrs. Ayurveda is not just a medical science but, "The Way Of Life" to live to the fullest potential of the body, mind and spirit. Ayurveda has a unique and holistic approach to health where the management is not just symptomatic but heals physically, mentally and spiritually.
What are the Ayurveda Retreats?
Discover your own Ayurvedic nature with classes, Yoga, meditation, cooking & self massage.
Ayurveda SelfCare Retreat
10-16 February 2025
Embark on a transformative journey of self-care and renewal with our Ayurveda Self-Care Retreat.
Set amidst the serene beauty of a lush coffee plantation in Madikeri, this retreat is your invitation to step away from the hustle of everyday life and reconnect with your true self.
Through daily yoga, meditation, and personalized Ayurveda practices, you'll discover the art of healing and balance.
This is your chance to nourish your mind, body, and soul, surrounded by nature’s tranquility. Take this time to rest, rediscover joy, and bring harmony back into your life.
A Week of Bliss and Transformation
Arrival & Welcome
- February 9th: Arrive at our enchanting retreat space nestled amidst a lush coffee plantation near Madikeri. Transportation is arranged to ensure a stress-free journey. Settle in, connect with fellow participants, and meet your dedicated facilitators.
Daily Rhythm (Starting February 10th)
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7:00 AM – Morning Awakening
Begin your day with Yoga Asanas, Meditation, and Pranayama, harmonizing your body, mind, and soul as the sun rises over the tranquil plantation. -
9:00 AM – Nourishing Breakfast
Savor delicious Indian delicacies like Idli, Dosa, and Poha, lovingly prepared with an Ayurvedic touch to fuel your day ahead. -
10:30 AM – Immersive Ayurveda Classes
Explore the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda. Throughout the week, uncover your unique dosha (constitution) and gain personalized tools for cultivating physical and mental well-being.
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1:00 PM – Wholesome Lunch
Indulge in a feast that honors Ayurveda’s six tastes—sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, and astringent—crafted to nourish and delight your senses. -
2:30 PM – Yoga Nidra (Sleep Meditation)
Drift into deep relaxation with guided Yoga Nidra, an essential practice to rejuvenate your body and restore your inner vitality.
Afternoons – Enriching Activities
Each day brings something special, from engaging cooking workshops and spiritual practices to serene nature walks, consultations with Dr. Anusha, or excursions to waterfalls and cultural gems.
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6:00 PM – Ayurvedic Dinner
Delight in light, vegetarian meals designed to comfort your digestive system and prepare your body for restful sleep.
Evenings – Reflect & Unwind
Choose to join our optional evening sessions, which may include intimate Satsangs (Q&A) or heartfelt Sharing Circles, creating space for reflection and connection.
Unique Features
- Morning self-massage workshops to learn restorative techniques and take home oils and thoughtful self-care items in your goody bag.
- A program tailored to the group’s energy, ensuring every moment is as enriching as possible.
Practical Notes
- Lights out at 10:00 PM to ensure restful nights for the next day’s journey.
- Meals are vegetarian, Ayurvedic, and thoughtfully prepared to support your holistic well-being.
Step into a space of tranquility, growth, and connection. We can't wait to share this transformative experience with you.
Rejuvenation Retreat
17-23 February 2025
Immerse yourself in the profound art of healing and renewal with our Ayurveda Rejuvenation Retreat.
This journey is more than a getaway—it’s an opportunity to revive your energy, detoxify your body, and nurture your mind.
Through a combination of ancient Ayurvedic therapies and personalized care, you’ll experience a restoration of balance and vitality like never before.
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Extraordinary Ayurvedic treatments to calm and strengthen your mind & Body.
Revitalize and Recharge in Blissful Harmony
Our retreat includes specialized treatments called Rasayanas, Sanskrit for "rejuvenation therapies." These therapies aim to enhance vitality, boost immunity, and promote longevity. Each day introduces you to a new layer of healing:
- Day 1: Check-in and relax with Udvartana, a detoxifying herbal body scrub designed to improve circulation and skin health.
- Day 2 & Day 4: Indulge in Abhyanga, a full-body warm oil massage to harmonize your doshas, paired with Patrapinda Sweda, a soothing herbal compress to relieve stress and muscle tension.
- Day 3 & Day 5: Experience Kashayadhara, a calming therapy where warm herbal decoctions are poured rhythmically over your body, aiding in detoxification and mental clarity.
- Day 6: Replenish with Navaradhara, a nourishing milk and rice poultice massage that rejuvenates tissues and enhances skin tone.
- Day 7: Conclude with Shirodhara, a blissful flow of warm oil over the forehead that promotes deep relaxation and mental clarity before check-out.
These Rasayana treatments are vital for eliminating toxins, rejuvenating tissues, and cultivating a balanced state of health. Combined with serene surroundings, wholesome meals, and mindfulness practices, this retreat promises a transformative journey to well-being.
Step into this haven of healing and let Ayurveda guide you toward a healthier, rejuvenated self. Your path to renewal starts here.
What’s Included:
- All accommodation
- All meals at the venue
- Fruit and snacks
- All local taxes
- All classes and treatments that are scheduled.
- Planned activities
- Check-in on the 9th of Feb.
What’s NOT Included:
- Airfares and visa fees
- Arrival & Departure transfers
- Extra treatments that are booked onsite
- Anything not specified in above
Please contact us for help on transportation to and inside India
Location
Anvaya Ayurveda” in Madikeri, Coorg (also known as ‘The Scotland of India’).
Who will be with you in this journey?
Jivas is founded in 2024 by Yolanda, born in The Netherlands (1973). She is a practitioner of a non-dual Dharma tradition and initiated by her teacher Dharma Bodhi.
https://www.trikapath.com/about/#dharma
She is educated in Child & Social Developmental & Behavioural science, plus Social Work and has worked professionally counselling families, children&youth and Health professionals for more than two and a half decades.
Retreats will be in English, translation possible in Dutch
Collaboration with Anusha Suresh
The Ayurveda retreats in Madikeri, India will be organised in collaboration with Ayurvedic doctor Anusha Suresh. The retreats will be short (7-14 days) and intensive, with specific topics like Self Care, Rejuvenation (rasayana), Mental Health and Women’s Health.
Anusha is born and raised in Madikeri, studied Ayurveda Science in Koppa (Karnataka) and she was trained by Dr.Ashwin Shastry. Anusha and Yolanda studied and worked together at his ashram ‘Arogyaniketana’ in Karnataka state. They both have the mission of translating the ancient science of Ayurveda to westerners so they can apply it in daily life. Let Anusha introduce herself:
“Although I was brought up in a family of traditional medical practices, I was more passionate towards Ayurveda, the treasure of India,.....
What people say?
I received a massage from Yolanda, I experienced this as very relaxing She created a safe and nice environment for me so that I was able to give in to that relaxation. She prepared the massage also in a way that I was able to let go of control. I would highly recommend her massages!— Sandra A.
The Ayurvedic course with Yolanda was great both practically and theoretically. I learned a lot about myself and it was very helpful to combine the theory with the treatments. Over the course of 1 week I could already feel myself lighten up in body and mind and with Yolanda’s personal attention I have a lot of practices for selfcare to take home with me. I look forward to seeing what unfolds. - Lisa S.
I loved the course and felt we had enough time to explore the topics each day. I loved incorporating the cooking and massages (interactive) parts too- but really just loved the whole thing- and the teas too! I wouldn’t change anything, plan to take more courses and schedule a treatment. Thank you!
About Anusha: "A qualified and caring Ayurvedic medicine specialist who listens and transmits the recommendations of this ancient wisdom in a simple and clear way for the patient. The session is easily understood and supported in writing. Anusha is a serious practitioner.Thank you doctor for all your advice which will help me to be in better health and which I “can’t wait” to see the positive effects! — Juilette D.
I attended the Ayurvedic Couse in January 2018. I really enjoyed the course and learnt a lot. I didn’t just learn general principles of Ayurveda but learned more about myself and lifestyle methods for improving my health & wellbeing. Yolanda was a great teacher with a very personal approach. I loved the abhyanga massages with her and left the course feeling more knowledgeable, nurtured, pampered and cared for. It has inspired me to learn more and take better care of myself. I strongly recommend the course & especially Yolanda. - Jo H.
Value
Immerse youself in tailormade and intensive journeys to your true inner and outer self.
Ayurveda
SelfCare
Incl. Theory, Yoga, meditation, cooking & selfmassage.
10-16 Feb 2025
Shared Room
750 €
Single Room
858 €
only one spot available
Ayurveda Rejuvenation
Extraordinary Ayurvedic treatments to calm and strengthen your mind & Body.
17-23 Feb 2025
Shared Room
750 €
Single Room
858 €
only one spot available
Important Travel Requirements
While not mandatory, we strongly encourage you to purchase travel insurance for this trip. The level of coverage you choose is up to you, ensure to obtain travel insurance that covers the risks you are unwilling to assume.
CANCELLATION POLICY– There is a $300 deposit for the trip, of which $150 is non-refundable. Additionally, You must cancel 10 days prior to travel, or NO REFUND will be issued. There are no exceptions to this rule, including COVID or other pandemic related country closures. This is a risk you assume.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from our entry date to India. Check today and start the renewal process now if necessary.
An Indian visa is required to enter the country. Please ensure that whatever passport you hold is eligible for an Indian visa. Online Indian visa can be easily obtained online through
https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/
Learn More About our other offers
Ayurveda Lifestyle & Health Consultations
Do you want to learn and see yourself from an Ayurvedic point of view? Do you want to integrate the Ayurvedic principles into your daily life and create a significant life and health change? A lifestyle and health consultation can give you all of that! You learn to take conscious care of yourself, prevent diseases, balance the elements of nature within you and live according to your natural appetite. Book a consultation and (re)start your Ayurvedic Health Journey!
Women’s Health
Coming from personal experience, Yolanda gathered wisdom and knowledge about Women’s Health and Ayurveda. Having to struggle with endometriosis for decades and approaching menopause, Ayurveda is supporting her with those challenges. She is happy to share and support fellow females that are facing similar life obstacles.
Detox
Purifying yourself at least once a year with a detox treatment is an important pilar of Ayurveda. Traditionally this is done in an Ayurveda ashram for 4-6 weeks. Many people do not have the time with busy household lives to do that. Taking the detox treatment from home with online guidance is a good enough alternative. Following a tailormade program and having daily contact about your progress makes it more accessible. Book an online Detox Retreat!
*Also it is possible to have some online contacts if you have been to an Ayurveda ashram in India and come straight home in de Western world after that. Food choices can be difficult and some guidance with that can be helpful.
FAQ INDIA
CASH & CREDIT CARDS
Cash transactions can generally be made in either U.S. dollars or local currency. U.S. dollars should be recently issued bills in smaller denominations. The import and export of Indian Rupees is strictly prohibited unless you are a resident of India. So make certain to conduct any currency exchanges within India.
Major credit cards are accepted on a limited basis, mainly in the larger shops, hotels and restaurants. Access to ATM machines is widespread in cities and towns but limited in rural areas.
MONEY MATTERS
We recommend travelling with some cash, and at least two different major credit cards, such as Visa and Mastercard, so you have backup if your card is not accepted or lost. Contact your bank and credit card companies to let them know where and when you’ll be travelling, as well as confirm any foreign transaction fees.
When carrying cash, try to travel only with recently issued currency in smaller denominations. Larger bills are usually not accepted for small purchases.
KEEP CONNECTED
While most smartphones work in India, you might need to turn on international roaming service before you travel. Contact your carrier for information on coverage and voice and data plan options while travelling abroad.
GETTING ONLINE
Many hotels and public places have Wi-Fi, and you’ll usually be able to stay connected throughout your journey, although Internet access may be poor to nonexistent in remote destinations.
