Yoga
The main purpose of yoga is to bring a balanced flow of energy to the body, thereby calming and balancing the mind. The methods to achieve this include physical practice (asana), breath control and expansion (pranayama) and concentration/ mindfulness (meditation). We will be sharing with you some of these methods during your stay at Anand Yoga Village, in the hope you are able to develop a personal practice to take home with you.
Nestled in a small and quiet coconut tree grove at Anand Yoga Village and just one minute walk from the sand of Palolem Beach is our generously sized yoga shala where you’ll practice yoga.
With a schedule offering up to four classes and workshops a day, including asana, meditation, pranayama, chanting, yoga theory, asana masterclasses and much more, you can choose your own holistic practice and routine at Anand Yoga Village, with the aim to promote your balanced well-being. While we encourage you to participate in and get as much out of your time with us as possible, you also have the freedom to explore the surrounding areas, or rest and restore on the beach.
Classes are led by our nurturing and lighthearted yoga teachers, whom each have their individual teachings and experiences to bring to you, so you have a variety of styles and disciplines to choose from.
At Anand, our aim is to be inclusive, so no matter your experience, ability, age or anything else, we welcome you to practice with us. Our teachers will find a way to accommodate, adapt and modify for your needs. We truly believe yoga to be a system of techniques and guidance for enriched living, one that everyone can benefit from!
A typical day offers a variety of asana classes and times for you to choose from, including more dynamic practices as well as restorative/yin, gentle and beginners. We tailor to you, afternoon workshops, where we will delve a little more deeply into the many aspects yoga has to offer. Our classes include some asana, pranayama and meditation.
This course provides a solid base of knowledge and practice about Hatha yoga, Vinyasa yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Philosophy, Anatomy, Yoga Therapy, Alignment, Yoga Psychology and also self-confidence to begin to teach yoga.
Reconnect with yourself, relax and discover the joy of yoga all while indulging in the gorgeous surroundings of Palolem Beach. You will be able to enjoy all the yoga you want while taking time for yourself to relax on the beach or enjoy local activities. Practice in our beautiful open-air yoga shala, eat fresh local food and enjoy our inviting air-conditioned rooms.
We offer a dynamic schedule of your favourite classes daily and everyone is welcome to join. Our dedicated and passionate teachers lead classes that vary from open-level Hatha and restorative Yin, to challenging Vinyasa and Ashtanga. The variety of classes are suitable for all levels.
Rishikesh Yoga Association is based in the world yoga capital – Rishikesh. In cooperation with Anand Yoga Village you can now receive these ancient teachings now in the tropical Paradies of South Goa. We offer certified yoga courses to all aspiring yogis. We are registered with Yoga Alliance USA. Rishikesh Yoga Association is proficient in imparting core knowledge of various yogic subjects such as Multistyle Yoga, Hatha yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Ashtanga yoga, and more. We bring together traditional yoga and modern teaching methodology to form the most beneficial package to become a yoga teacher. During the training, the students are taken on a spiritual journey of unison through asana (posture), pranayama(breath control) and dhyana (meditation).
Classes in Anand Yoga Village
Our daily yoga schedule includes a full range of classes that are suitable for participants of any age or ability. Beginners and seasoned yogis are welcome at Anand Yoga Village. We can’t wait to be part of your yoga journey.
Eat
Wouldn’t it be amazing if every meal you ate infused you with a feeling of well-being? Well, that is our aim in every meal at Anand Yoga Village. We believe fresh is best, that yoga food should be simple, wholesome and nutritious. So we offer a variety of tasty and colourful food to revitalise the body, excite the taste buds and keep you feeling light and healthy.
We offer fresh fruit and smoothies at breakfast, and you can expect to help yourself to fruit salad, oats, homemade granola, curd, wholemeal toast with honey, nuts, seeds and dried fruits and fresh, quality coffee and tea.
For lunch, our cooks will treat you to home-cooked wholesome meals such as rice-stuffed peppers or eggplant, guacamole, tofu cream cheese, buddha bowls, veggie burgers, Thai style noodles, a variety of salads, soups and so much more to keep you feeling satisfied. We serve vegetarian and vegan food only. There is no set menu, every week is different.
- A daily menu of fresh and healthy food to enjoy, buffet style!
- Options for 3 daily yoga classes taught by passionate teachers – come to learn as a beginner, or deepen your practice as an experienced yogi.
- Comfortable accommodations sat just behind Palolem Beach to enjoy daily swims or dinner and nightlife by the sea.