Description

SWAN Yoga Retreat is considered one of the best yoga retreats located in North Goa, as well as one of the most affordable yoga retreats in India.

Location

SWAN Yoga, Meditation and Ayurveda Retreat is located in the lush tropical paradise of Assagao, a fifteen-minute drive from the beach and not far from the town of Mapusa in North Goa. The retreat centre is situated in the hills of beautiful Indian jungle, drawing energy from the healing power of Mother Nature.

Treatment programmes

Panchakarma

14-28 days

Ayurvedic Yoga

7 days

Intensive yoga

14 days

Doctors

Gyanmitra Saraswati

Gyanmitra Saraswati

Gyanmitra Saraswati is a co-founder of the social enterprise SWAN Foundation for Ayurveda and Yoga Research, based in Goa, India. Through this, he is involved in various activities to promote traditional Ayurvedic and Yogic knowledge within the community, by conducting programmes for disabled individuals to help those most in need.
He is also the co-founder of SWAN Yoga Retreat, where he is responsible for the management and teaching of courses conducted during the season, from October to May. The rest of the year, Gyanmitra lives on the island of Mallorca, where he shares his knowledge and experience with people, conducting various workshops and courses on yoga, yoga philosophy, and yoga nidra.

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Dayamurti

Dayamurti

Dayamurti, the guiding force behind the asanas and pranayamas of classical Hatha Yoga, teaches here at SWAN Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Goa, India. A disciple of Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati of the Bihar School of Yoga, Munger.

Daya holds an MSc in Yoga (Yoga Education) from SVYASA University in Bangalore, India. Additionally, she has completed various other yoga courses from esteemed organisations and yoga ashrams. Yoga courses of special importance include: MSc. (Yoga Education) Bachelor of Yoga (Yoga Philosophy and Science) from SVYASA, Bangalore. Yoga Instructor Course from SVYASA, Bangalore, Advanced Yoga Teacher Training Course at Sivananda Ashram, Neyyar Dam, Kerala. Furthermore, Daya completed a four-month Yoga Certification Course from BYB, Munger, India, and a Yoga Teacher Training Course at Rikhia, Jharkhand. Highly dedicated to her teachings and the simplicity of spiritual living, Daya here at SWAN Yoga Retreat is well-liked and cherished by all.

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Shivendra

Shivendra

Shivendra Ojha, with over two decades of experience in yoga, is the co-founder of the «SWAN Foundation for Ayurveda and Yoga Research». The non-profit organisation works towards promoting Yogic lifestyles among citizens, as well as assisting underprivileged and destitute women and children. He is involved in meeting various governmental and non-governmental organisations, planning exclusive programmes, and executing them. Two of his most successful and ongoing campaigns are «Swasth Goa – Sakaratmak Goa» («Healthy Goa – Positive Goa») and «Educating girls and children for the underprivileged».

At SWAN Yoga Retreat in Goa, India, founded by the SWAN Foundation, Shivendra shares his knowledge and experience with guests. His main teaching themes include Yoga (history, traditions, styles), Sad Darshana (the six philosophical schools), the Bhagavad Gita (the four paths of Yoga), Upanishadic philosophy, and the analysis of happiness. He also has a keen interest in «Sanatana Dharma» and Tantra.

Shivendra Ojha holds a Master of Science and an Bachelor of Science degree in Yoga.

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Prices

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          Prices are in Indian Rupees (INR)

          There are 3, 5, and 7-day packages for those who wish to come for treatments only.

          • A 3-day package costs ₹7275 (without consultation - ₹1500 for an additional consultation).
          • 5th day ₹12125
          • 7 days ₹16975

          *5 days and 7 days include consultation.

          The procedures in these packages last 90 minutes

          The above prices include

          • All meals are Ayurvedic, vegetarian buffet style, with fresh fruit and herbal tea in the mornings.
          • Yogic kriyas in the morning.
          • Morning meditation, asana class and training in special yoga techniques.
          • Placement according to booking.

          Booking policy

          To reserve a place, please pay a non-refundable deposit of 30%. The balance must be paid two weeks before your arrival at SWAN.

          Placement

          From the moment you enter the Yogic Village, you will be transformed not only by the vibration of the lush vegetation that thrives in the Indian jungle but also by the vibration of Sadhana and Yogic Rituals conducted weekly. Here at SWAN, you will feel the purity of nature conducive to purification through a vegetarian, Ayurvedic diet and daily yoga practise. There are two Shalas, both spacious, tightly wrapped with mosquito netting, creating an ideal open-air environment to connect with nature during your spiritual practices.

          Deluxe Eco Cottage

          Deluxe Eco Cottage

          Luxury hillside cottages offer the best views and maximum privacy. They are ideal for couples or those looking to indulge themselves.

          Each cottage features a large double bed with a mosquito net, a large en-suite bathroom, two ceiling fans, windows with curtains, and its own covered patio with loungers, from which you can enjoy panoramic jungle views, the best sunrise, and feel the full freshness of a cool mountain breeze.

          Being on the sixth level, its placement metaphorically corresponds to the sixth and highest level of enlightenment. One might say that waking up here is like waking up in paradise!

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          Standard cottage

          Standard cottage

          These spacious private cottages can accommodate 2 to 4 people. The windows offer beautiful views of the sunrise over the jungle trees. Built close enough to chat with your neighbour but far enough to maintain your privacy, you can easily elevate interaction with other guests as you please.

          Each standard cottage, named after the seven chakras, features two double beds with mosquito netting, ceiling fans above each bed, an en-suite bathroom, two windows with curtains for maximum airflow, and a covered patio with a lounge area.

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          Budget cottage

          Budget cottage

          This eco-friendly budget cottage is divided into individual rooms, each with its own separate entrance to the street and en-suite bathrooms. This room is perfect for 1-2 budget travellers, is very economically priced, and is one of the most affordable places to stay in Goa, India.

          Each room is named after the four brothers from the Ramayana – an Indian mythological scripture – and features twin beds with mosquito nets, a ceiling fan, and a large window with sheer curtains to allow natural light to flow in. You can also enjoy the cool breeze in the company of neighbours on the communal covered patio, furnished with outdoor tables at each room entrance.

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          from 108 $/day