Welcome to Divine Yoga School, which gives all spiritual aspirants an opportunity to have a life-changing experience during a 5-day affordable and blissful yoga & meditation retreat in the Rishikesh valley surrounded by Divine Mother Ganga and the natural vibes of the Himalayas.
The 5-Day Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Retreat aims to bring a positive and permanent change in people’s lives so that they can manage their day-to-day life and relationships and maintain a healthy life for peace and happiness.
The holistic living teachings are truly needed for modern human beings from all walks of life. These 5 days of theoretical and practical teachings will awaken you to maintain a healthy and happy life, living in this material world. Our teaching will also boost your confidence to support your family members and community to restore mind and body balance and peace, as this is the most rewarding job which gives inner satisfaction.
During the yoga & meditation journey, you will be taught traditional Hatha yoga and Pranayama techniques to breathe correctly; rhythmical, deep, and slow breath will stimulate the inner peace and inner awareness. Meditation practices are also incorporated to train the mind or induce a mode of consciousness so that students can achieve not only physical awareness but also mental, emotional, and spiritual self-development. Our one-on-one interaction will help to understand the life problem and their solution through psychological and spiritual counseling. Cleansing practice will ensure physical and mental purification for free flow of energy in the body and mind.
5 Days Yoga & Meditation Retreat: Suitable for:
5 Days Yoga & Meditation Retreat Course Curriculum
- How to Sit Properly
- Introduction to Mantra Science
- Tvameva mata ca pita Tvameva (Sloka on God)
- Om Tryambakam Yajamahe ( Mantra on lord Shiva)
- Om sahana vavatu
- Hare Rama Hare Krishna
- Jala Neti (nasal cleansing with water).
- Introduction to yoga, its philosophy and evolution.
- Introduction to yoga sutras of Sage Patanjali.
- Definition of yoga.
- Introduction of Meditation
- What Meditation is not?
- How to prepare for Meditation.
- Japa Meditation.
- Yog Nidra
Pranayama is the fourth limb of Ashtanga Yoga of Sage Patanjali. It is an ancient yogic breathing technique which has a soothing effect on mind to overcome stress and anxiety. It is also a vital aspect of yoga. It improves the respiratory system and purifies the body and mind for meditation.
- Introduction of Pranayama , Benefits of pranayama , General guidelines
- Sitting postures for Pranayama Sadhana.
- Conscious Breathing, Clavicular , 3 Parts of Breathing, Yogic Breathing
- Nadi Sodhana Pranayma
- Kapal Bhati Pranayama
Mudra & Bandha
- Jnana Mudra (psychic gesture of knowledge)
- Chin Mudra (psychic gesture of consciousness)
- Hridaya Mudra (heart gesture)
Hatha Yoga
Surya Namaskar (Sun salutation) and Chandra Namaskar (Moon salutation) Alignment, Assist and Adaptation for the following Asanas.
- Pawanmuktasana series 1
- Pawanmuktasana serie 2
- Pawanmuktasana series 3
- Triyak tadasana (swaying palm tree pose)
- Navasana
- Advasana (reversed corpse pose)
- Kati Chakrasana
- Trikonasana (triangle pose)
- Vriksasana (tree pose)
- Vajrasana (thumderbolt pose)
- Marjari-asana (cat stretch pose)
- Ardha Ushtrasana (half camel pose)
- Saral Bhujangasana (easy cobra pose)
- Ardha Shalabhasana (half locust pose)
- Janu Sirshasana (head to knee pose)
- Setu asana (bridge pose)
- Bhu Namanasana (spinal twist prostration pose)
Asana Alignment & Adjustment:
- Fundamentals of Body alignment
- How to do a pose
- What is alignment of a pose
- Adjustments
Daily Schedule
| TIME | ACTIVITY |
| 05:00 – 06:00 | : Wake Up! |
| 06:30 – 07:30 | : Shat-kriyas & Hatha-Yoga (Classical) |
| 07:30 – 09:00 | : Pranayama practices |
| 09:00 – 10:00 | : Breakfast and free time |
| 12:00 – 01:00 | : Karma Yoga (Seva)/ Philosophy |
| 01:00 – 02:00 | : Lunch |
| 02:30 – 03:45 | : Session II – Relaxation (Yoga Nidra) & Meditation Practice |
| 04:00 – 06:30 | : Excursion / Ganga Aarti |
5 Days Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Retreat.
Course Dates & Fee
| Date | Course | Fee- Private Room | Fee- Shared Room | Bookings Open/Closed | Enquire | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 5 Days Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Retreat | US$ 150 | US$ 125 | Open | BOOK NOW → |
| December 2025 | 5 Days Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Retreat | US$ 150 | US$ 125 | Open | BOOK NOW → |
| January 2026 | 5 Days Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Retreat | US$ 150 | US$ 125 | Open | BOOK NOW → |
| February 2026 | 5 Days Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Retreat | US$ 150 | US$ 125 | Open | BOOK NOW → |
| March 2026 | 5 Days Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Retreat | US$ 150 | US$ 125 | Open | BOOK NOW → |
* Retreat Course starts from EVERY MONDAY on each month.
Accommodation & Food
Enjoy Comfortable Stay & Delicious Food
- During the course, you will stay in the premises of Divine Yoga School, located in the most beautiful area of Tapovan, Rishikesh. The school is in a very peaceful location and just a few steps away from the holy river Ganga. There are other beautiful places, such as ashrams, temples, and cafes, within walking distance. After a 5-minute walk, you can find the market where you can buy organic products, local wares, food, restaurants, and so on.
- You can enjoy beautiful jungle views from your room. It is a calm place that allows your mind to become completely focused on your study and practice.
- We have 1 yoga hall, which is quite large for your yoga classes. In your free time you can go to the yoga hall for your own practice and self-study.
- Every room has a bathroom with a Western toilet and a hot and cold shower. Students can choose single or double accommodation according to their preference. Rooms are spacious, open, and light. Bedsheets, pillows, bath towels, toilet paper, and blankets are also provided.
- Free Wi-Fi is available on every floor.
- Laundry service is available with an additional low cost.
Food
India is very famous for its variety of tasty food. Food is very important to balance our body and keep us healthy. Different foods influence our different systems and elements. Students will enjoy tasty and healthy food prepared with fresh vegetables at Divine Yoga School. The school does not allow using any kind of unhealthy ingredient, meat, eggs or alcohol in its kitchen. We also appreciate students to avoid them during their stay with us and also in their life forever.
Free Day
During 5 Days Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Retreat, we have excursion schedule for 2 days (Tuesday & Wednesday to local places, Sage Vashistha ashram or Neer Water Fall. Excursion activities are the part of the course so all the cost is included in the course fees.
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Why Divine Yoga School?
Divine Yoga School is situated in Rishikesh Valley (India), surrounded by the Himalayas. The school is a leading organization committed to the true and authentic teaching of Yoga and meditation passed down by the great yogis of past without any confusion and delusion. The teaching in the school comprises of traditional knowledge about yoga combined with the practical implementation of yoga philosophy, meditation, and pranayama. These are just a few names that can be used for understanding what we teach, but there is much more.
All the knowledge is imparted with real-life experiences and practice sessions conducted at the yoga school in a very conducive atmosphere.
At Divine Yoga School, the Sadhaks (students) learn and practice Yogasana with correct postures and body alignment, breathing techniques, relaxation and recitation of mantra, the wisdom of Patanjali Yoga -Sutras, Human anatomy and physiology, meditation, life management, the teachings of Sri Mad Bhagwad Gita and great philosophers, and much more in a fun and practical way.
By the end of the course, students are confident enough to practice yoga in their personal lives and teach others. They are awarded a certificate affiliated with Yoga Alliance, USA, so that they can practice and teach Yoga anywhere in the world and help humanity to live a balanced and happy life.
What Makes our Yoga Courses Unique?
Our all courses (Yoga & Meditation Retreats / 200 Hour / 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training) at Divine Yoga School in Rishikesh aim to contribute health and happiness in students’ life for self-help or becoming an Internationally recognized Yoga Teacher. Yoga capital Rishikesh is surrounded by energizing vibes of Himalaya and Holi river Mother Ganga, lush green jungles and chanting in temples present a perfect environment for Yoga and Meditation.
Here are other features at the school which give an unforgettable experience to all our guests:
- Family like atmosphere at Divine Yoga School.
- Scientific and practical teaching by highly educated and well experienced teachers who are always ready to help you on and off the mat.
- Comfortable and peaceful stay to make you ready for the classes.
- Satsang and Kirtan which is an integral part of yoga courses.
- Small size of batch which is quite hassling free for effective learning atmosphere.
- Weekly excursions to nearby places as temples, cave, mountains, river rafting etc.
- Birthday and festival celebration to add more joy to life.
“Yoga is a light, which once lit will never dim. The better your practice, the brighter your flame.”
― B.K.S Iyengar.
Course Completion Requirements
- Required 100% attendance
- No violation of Code of Conduct and School Policy.
Discipline Rules & Refund Policy
- Smoking and alcohol are strictly prohibited in the school.
- In case you have fast on particular day, please inform the management of the school to avoid wastage of food.
- Always maintain discipline, respect teachers and follow all rules.
- Always be on time, late comers not permitted to join the class.
- After the completion of course, please return your books, maps or anything you have taken from school.
- Divine Yoga School provides accommodation for a student who joins yoga classes. Friends or family members stay is not included in the fee or other facilities.
Refund Policy:
- An advance of a course fees will not be refundable, only in the case of emergency students can join us on other schedules.
- On arrival at school, at the time of necessary formalities, student has to deposit his or her total balance fee.
- Once student is enrolled and classes starts, no fee is refundable.
- In the situation where student cancels the course, we accept cancellation but advance deposit will not be refunded.