Vedic Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat Centre

There are hundreds of yoga schools to choose from in Rishikesh, but from reading the other google reviews I chose this place. I can confirm it’s as others have described it: a family run trust (not a business), who are living in a simple and peaceful way sharing the traditional wisdom of yoga and ayurveda. The centre is run by two brothers - one an Ayurvedic Doctor, the other is the main Yoga Teacher. Their lovely wives & mother make the most delicious meals - much of which is homegrown (fresh milk from their cows every day too). Their kids and extended families live here too so it’s a joyful, welcoming environment and feels like a community in itself. I had 1 week of the Ayurvedic retreat package which was just what I needed after a stressful busy life back home. I then joined for the 200hr YTT which has given me tools to deepen my personal practice and share the traditional teachings to others. I can’t recommend this place enough if you’re looking for a humble teacher and an authentic retreat / yoga training. Room was lovely & comfortable with beautiful views. Great location too.

I was a guess in the Vedic Center for two weeks as part of the a Yoga Retreat. the place is work and inviting, people are so nice and took care of all my needsa, were very attentive. the food was amazing and gave a real vegie Indian food experiance. the Yoga teacher was experiance, very nice, and speeks on equal terms, sherring his vest and deep knowladge and always with kind eyes. the facility is basic but clean and provides anything you need.

My name is Elin Sofia. I stayed here at the end of my two month India journey- and I couldn’t have gotten a better ending to my trip. Since I am pregnant I wanted a relaxed and authentic place to stay. I am so grateful to Shailendera and his beautiful family for opening their home. It was a really peaceful week I spent there. I got space and time to relax and was welcome to join in on sessions and practices when I felt called to do so. And I also got the chance to use the shala for my own practice which I appreciated. I had a really beautiful time. Good, nourishing food. Good, nourishing people. I am looking forward to coming back. Next time with my baby, husband and family. Until next time, Blessings.

For us it was the 3rd time in our lives that we visited Rishikesh. This time I was here to organize a retreat myself. I received the address of this beautiful Vedic center through a friend who had done a yoga retreat here. The center is quiet and has beautiful nature around it. Rishikesh has something enchanting and you feel that when you enter the center. From the very first meeting, there was a warm and friendly welcome. The center is run by the entire family, where everyone has their own purpose and you can feel that. If you want to organize a retreat there, you will be supported! The whole family is ready to help you. The various (yoga) lessons, kirtan and wisdom that Shailandra teaches are inspiring and extremely rewarding. The Ayuredic massages and the knowledge that Rajendra has are wonderful and wonderfully relaxing. Not to forget the divine, healthy food that Hema and Anita prepare with so much love that you are surprised every day. The rooms are spacious, neat and pleasant to stay in. We stayed in this beautiful center for 10 days and I can't wait to come back in October with my participants and organize a very nice retreat together. Namaste, Ruth Pepels - The Netherlands

Highly recommended. I'm here already for a month, and I have 10 days more. Started with 3 days to see Rishikesh and join to 1 of the Kriya session, and I felt something different going within me, I'm practicing 7 years yoga, and this place makes me go much deeper. So after 3 amazing practice days didnt feel like i want to see Rishikesh🤣 and me and my girlfriend have decided to join the 10 days panchakarma detox here, and before the 10 days over I've decided to join to the 200 hours Training teacher course😊 +10/10 food - never ate here the same meal in 30 days!!!! +10/10 rooms - big, clean with beautiful views. +10/10 atmosphere - professional, kind and unique teacher and family. Thank you