4-Day Ashtanga & Beach Wellness Retreat in Agonda, Goa

The retreat runs from check-in at midday on day one through check-out before midday on day four, with a rhythm that stays the same each day. Mornings start early with prayer and pranayama, followed by a Hatha or vinyasa class in the open-sided yoga hall. After breakfast at nine, there's a yoga philosophy session at eleven, lunch at one, and then unstructured time until the Ashtanga Vinyasa class at four in the afternoon. Dinner is at six, and evenings are free for rest, bhajan singing, or conversation.

What makes this retreat different from a standard beach yoga holiday is the teaching. Sanjeev Dutta, an engineer who left his business to teach yoga, leads the practice with a strong foundation in the traditional Ashtanga lineage of Krishnamacharya and Pattabhi Jois. He explains each pose in detail and adapts the sequence to individual students, which several reviewers mention as a highlight. The presence of yoga teacher training students on the campus adds a focused, studious energy, but retreat guests are not expected to join the training—they're simply part of the same community.

The setting itself is a big part of the experience. The campus is on a small hill covered with coconut, cashew, mango, and jackfruit trees, and there are forest trails to explore. Agonda Beach is a fifteen-minute walk away, and the area is known for its clean beach and relaxed vibe. Guests have described feeling welcomed regardless of age—a couple in their late sixties noted they felt perfectly at home—and the small group size means it never feels crowded.

What's included

- 3 nights accommodation in a shared dormitory or private cottage - 3 daily vegetarian meals (except on Sunday and Saturday lunch/dinner) - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Daily yoga classes (Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga) - Daily pranayama classes - Contemplative meditation practices and Yoga Nidra - Yoga philosophy sessions - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Free wifi connection - Free parking

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Airport transfers (available on request for an additional cost) - Additional activities or treatments not included in the itinerary