Location: Parksville (Vancouver Island)
A unique collaboration that blends the authentic teachings of Rishikesh with the tranquil oceanfront beauty of Vancouver Island. This retreat offers an immersive experience in traditional yoga, Ayurveda, sattvic living, and community connection.
| Day 1 (Friday) | |
| 3:00 PM | Opening circle & grounding practice |
| 4:00–5:30 PM | Hatha Yoga (Canada Yoga Studio) |
| 6:00 PM | Dinner |
| 7:30 PM | Satsang (Would there be someone on your team to host this?) |
| Day 2 (Saturday) | |
| 7:00–9:00 AM | Ashtanga Yoga & Alignment (Canada Yoga Studio) |
| 9:00–10:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 10:30–12:00 PM | Nature walk meditation & introduction to breathwork (Canada Yoga Studio) |
| 12:00–1:30 PM | Lunch |
| 1:30–3:00 PM | Ayurveda workshop (Do we have someone in your team to host this?) |
| 3:00–4:00 PM | Restorative Yoga (Canada Yoga Studio) |
| 4:00–4:30 PM | Tea break (or tea with light snacks?) |
| 4:45–6:00 PM | Sound healing & reflections (Canada Yoga Studio) |
| 6:30 PM | Kirtan & fire circle (Do we have someone or are we calling someone from outside?) |
| 8:00 PM | Dinner |
| Day 3 (Sunday) | |
| 8:00–9:30 AM | Breathwork & slow Vinyasa flow (Canada Yoga Studio) |
| 9:30–10:00 AM | Tea break |
| 10:00–11:30 AM | Ayurveda lifestyle integration (Do we have someone in your team to host this?) |
| 11:30 AM–12:00 PM | Closing circle |
| 12:00 PM onwards | Farewell brunch |
Namaskar Yoga Studio
Canada Yoga Studio
Guided by Canada Yoga Studio & Namaskar Yoga Studio:
• Authentic Yoga & Meditation: Daily sessions rooted in traditional Rishikesh teachings, designed to restore balance and vitality.
• Ayurveda & Wellness: Interactive workshops, dosha exploration, cooking demos, and lifestyle tips to bring Ayurveda into your daily life.
• Sattvic Meals & Community Dining: Nourishing meals crafted to support your mind, body, and soul.
• Oceanfront Serenity: Connect with nature through beach walks, forest trails, and optional cold dips.
• Evening Rituals & Sound Experiences: Satsang, kirtan, chanting, and sound healing to deepen relaxation and reflection.
• Room Booking: Room is not included but Accommodation is available at special rates for students at the hotel.
Jennifer Temple - Ayurveda Practitioner
Jennifer Temple is a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner who has been living and thriving on an Ayurvedic lifestyle for over 9 years. She loves everything about Ayurveda—from the simple, nurturing daily routines to the delicious meals she feels inspired to make, Ayurveda continually guides her to listen to its wisdom and holistic principles.
• Learning about the 3 mind/body connections (Doshas) of Vata, Pitta and Kapha
• What to eat, when to eat and how to eat to support and balance your unique dosha
• How Ayurveda can help increase your energy levels
• How to manage emotional stress with Ayurvedic practices
• Diet and lifestyle recommendations for a calm and clear mind
• Ways to optimize your digestion so that you feel light and energized after eating
• Simple and practical daily routines for balance and energy
• The power of the mind for quantum healing
Kirtan by Ricardo
Ricardo has embraced the path of Yoga for many years following the lineage of Ashtanga Yoga. The journey has been rich with different Yogic styles and Ricardo has been fortunate and inspired by the teachers and teachings along the way. Sharing songs and stories from the great Yoga writings is a great joy for Ricardo.