14-Day Ashtanga Yoga and Beach Wellness Retreat in Agonda, Goa

This 14-day retreat is built around a daily rhythm that balances practice with rest. A typical day starts early with a prayer and pranayama class, followed by a gentle Hatha or vinyasa practice in the open-sided yoga hall. After breakfast at 9 AM, there's a philosophy session at 11 AM, then lunch at 1 PM. The afternoon is yours — head to Agonda Beach, read in the shade, hike the forest trails, or join the more intense Ashtanga Vinyasa class at 4 PM. Dinner is at 6 PM, and evenings often wind down with bhajan singing or conversation.

What makes this retreat different is how seamlessly it blends practice with real life. The teachers, Sanjeev and Shivani, both trained in the Ashtanga Vinyasa tradition, adjust every pose to your body, so you're never forced into a posture. The philosophy sessions aren't abstract — they tie the yoga sutras to how you actually think and act, which past guests say changed how they saw their own habits. There are no classes on Sundays, a full day off to walk to the beach or explore the area.

The setting is a big part of the experience. The campus sits on a hill covered with coconut, cashew, mango, and jackfruit trees, with views of the sea from the top. The yoga hall is open to the air, so you practice with the sounds of the forest around you. Agonda Beach, 15 minutes away on foot, is known as one of the cleanest in Asia, and the surrounding area has plenty of trails and quiet spots to sit and watch the birds and butterflies.

What's included

- 13 nights accommodation in the middle of nature, near the beach - 3 daily delicious and nutritious vegetarian meals (except Sunday) - Water, tea, and coffee served throughout the day - Daily yoga classes - Daily pranayama (breathwork) classes - Sessions on yoga philosophy - Yoga Nidra meditation sessions - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional activities or treatments not included in the itinerary - Meals on Sunday - Private class (optional add-on) - $30 USD