8 Day New Year's Revolution Yoga Retreat in Goa, India
New Year Yoga Retreat in India
This is the ultimate yoga holiday for sun seekers on one of Goa's finest beaches. At the far end of the stunning bay of Polem, Bamboo Yoga offers relaxing yoga holidays, in a quiet and secluded spot right on the beachfront, a ride from the funky shops and cafes strung around the neighboring beaches. All the usual comforts and delights with the same friendly and efficient Bamboo team, sensational sunsets from the beachfront yoga deck, a shaded restaurant and bar with delicious food, and a dreamy list of massage treatments.
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Highlights
- Meditation and breathwork
- Morning dynamic Vinyasa
- Afternoon Restorative, Yin, and Yoga Nidra
- 7 nights accommodation in a luxury ensuite beach cabana
- Delicious asian fusion meals included
- Massage and Ayurvedic Treatments
- Beachfront yoga shala
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Accommodation
The accommodation is in comfortable beach cabins with air conditioning. En-suite bathrooms, some of them are open to the sky (on request). Large verandas with comfortable seating and a hammock. Seafront or seascape available on request
Program
On this retreat, you will begin the New Year as you intend to continue, nourishing yourself from the inside out with practices to sustain you through the ups and downs of the year ahead. Gathering in silence before breakfast each day, there'll be a varied wake-up session including meditation, gentle warm-ups and cleansing, and stimulating breathing techniques.
After a short tea and fruit break, a long dynamic Vinyasa flow yoga practice in the shade of the seafront shala overlooking the beach. Synchronizing breath and movement, gradually building in intensity to incorporate more challenging poses as the week progresses, are part of the program. You will work on building strength, stamina, and flexibility, allowing everyone to progress at their own pace.
A delicious brunch/lunch and a free afternoon to lounge on the beach, get a massage, taxi to the shops,
Late afternoon, you regroup for a gentler, more relaxing session of Yin and Restorative yoga. You might join a workshop on inversions, hip, or shoulder openers, or perhaps explore the guided relaxation of yoga Nidra or some of the more esoteric and philosophical aspects of the practice.
You finish your evening practice in time to marvel at yet another stunning sunset. You will dine together at Bamboo in the evening. There will be one rest day during the yoga retreat.
Daily schedule
- 07:30 Quiet cup of tea with a view of the empty beach and calm morning sea
- 08:00 A little stretch, some breathing exercises (pranayama), and an introduction to mindfulness meditation
- 08:30 tea and light breakfast break
- 09:30 Dynamic flow yoga in the shade of the beachfront yoga deck with the cool ocean breeze guiding your breath
- 11:30 Delicious home-cooked bunch in convivial company.
- Afternoons are free to enjoy the beach, explore the local area, or indulge in a rejuvenating massage treatment.
- 15:30 Tea and treats
- 16:30 A gentle restorative practice and maybe some deeper work on hips or shoulders, including Yin, yoga Nidra (guided relaxation), and breathing exercises (pranayama)
- 19:00 Meet for drinks, followed by a fabulous dinner at Bamboo.
Included excursions
During this retreat, you will have the chance to take a dolphin spotting boat trip included in the price.
Instructors
Dina Cohen
Dina Cohen has been teaching Yoga since her initia training in Ibiza in 2000. It was an exercise in damage limitation rather than a premeditated career move. As a senior teacher, her offerings have evolved along with years of experience to include Yin and Restorative yoga, Qigong, Mindfulness, and yoga Nidra. She has held regular classes and workshops at the major studios around London including Triyoga and the Life Center. She is a mentor for trainee and new teachers, a member of faculty on several trainings and also works for the charity Ourmala, teaching yoga to refugees and asylum seekers.
Retreat location
This retreat will take you to the beautiful Polem Beach, in Goa, India. Bamboo Yoga Retreat is located at the very farthest and quietest end of Polem Beach, right on the bay overlooking the sea. Access is via one street (hardly wide enough for a car. The Bamboo boys will meet you from your taxi and carry your bags along the beach to the retreat, so try to pack light.
It’s a pristine beach, with very little development, a short walk along the shore to the one other cafe and restaurant on the bay. In the other direction, over the rocks, you can find another, totally secluded and private hidden beach.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
During this retreat, you will be offered three daily meals, tea, water, and an afternoon snack included in the price. Healthy vegetarian meals are plentiful, freshly cooked, and served buffet style, with plenty of choices and variations for those with special dietary needs, including local dishes, as well as Asian, Fusion, and Mediterranean recipes.
Fish dishes can be ordered from the menu, in addition to extras at any time of day.
Fully stocked bar includes wine, beer, and cocktails
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
Things to do (optional)
- On your day off, you might like to try one of the many very good eateries a short taxi ride away
- Taxi to shops at Patnem or Palolem
- Spice Garden visit
- Visit the local typical Indian town of Karwar, a short taxi ride
Spa treatments
Treatments available at an additional cost:
- Full menu of Ayurvedic massage treatments
- Deep tissue massage
- Sports massage
- Manicure
- Pedicure
What's included
- 3 yoga sessions per day
- Local boat trip with possible dolphin sightings
- 7 nights accommodation
- Delicious buffet meals with plentiful choices and afternoon snacks
- Tea and water
What's not included
- Flights and transfers
- Insurance
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Goa International Airport (Dabolim Airport)
58 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
You can also fly directly to MOPA in North Goa. The taxi from here is approximately 2.5 hours.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 16% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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