7-daagse meditatie retraite in Rishikesh, India - Transformeer je geest en innerlijke zelf

This transformative course features a rich daily schedule that includes Vedic wellness pooja, yoga and pranayama sessions, meditation theory and practice, Vipassana and mindfulness techniques, self-enquiry, Kundalini chakra exploration, mantra chanting, and soothing evening meditation. You'll also delve into in-depth theory classes, karma yoga, traditional body and mind cleansing practices (shatkarma), Vedic philosophy, sacred yagna rituals, nitya vandana, and the power of Sanskrit mantras.

Each session is thoughtfully designed to help you settle deeply into your breath and feel your mind grow lighter and clearer. Rather than complex or overwhelming techniques, you'll receive simple yet powerful guidance that makes meditation truly accessible—no matter if you're a complete beginner. Many seekers who come for a short stay end up extending their time here, drawn by the profound shift that unfolds. The serene experience of meditating in Rishikesh often brings a noticeable sense of mental ease and inner peace from the very first day.

If you wish to experience meditation as it’s truly meant to be pure, authentic, and deeply centered in life, we at Real Happiness in Rishikesh welcome you with open hearts and warm smiles.

The essential qualities for this course are genuine curiosity and engagement, attentive listening and deep understanding, a non-argumentative and ego-free approach, full acceptance of nature’s creations, and the ability to flow effortlessly with life.

Mindfulness meditation

The daily course schedule is thoughtfully designed for beginners, progressing smoothly from beginner to intermediate, and then to advanced levels. It includes studying multiple meditation techniques, self-enquiry, Sattvikta meals, sightseeing activities, and a variety of other mindfulness practices.

Om meditation retreats

You will learn about the sacred and universal sound of "OM" the benefits of Om meditation and how it can change your mental level strength and mood swings.

Indian Vedic meditation

Study of Indian Vedic meditation, traditional rituals such as the sacred fire ceremony, Vedic mantra chanting will enhance your life vitality and give you an unexpected peace of mind.

Transcendental meditation

Rishikesh is famous for Transcendental Meditation (TM), founded by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in the mid-1950s. Many people visit the Beatles Ashram to practice transcendental meditation there.

Key points

• Active-level meditation
• Passive level meditation
• Meditation on Kundalini - understanding the root
• Mantra chanting - using the body as an instrument
• Vipassana meditation study and practice
• Chakra meditation - understanding the chakras
• Pranayama - breathing techniques study
• Visualization meditation - understanding the brain
• Raj yoga study and practice
• Srimad Bhagavad Gita philosophy study
• Teaching methodology - how to organize programs
• Mindfulness meditation study and practice
• Introduction and biography of great Indian sages
• Daily Yoga Classes
• Satsang once a week

Schedule

• 05:00 Wake up
• 05:15 Nitya Karma by self
• 05:30 Vedic Wellness Pooja
• 06:00 Pranayama / breathing
• 07:00 Yoga asana class
• 09:00 Breakfast
• 10:00 Meditation theory and practice
• 11:30 Outdoor activities
• 13:00 Lunch
• 16:00 Meditation class
• 17:30 Tea break
• 18:00 Mantra and meditation
• 19:00 Vedic Wellness Pooja
• 19:30 Dinner
• 21:00 Lights off