PRANAYAMA 

​With Ayurveda’s thrust on internal healing, meditation as a practice in disciplining the mind and the thinking process is made a core part of the treatment at an Ayurveda retreat. Meditation techniques are used to calm and relax both the mind and the body since both the mind and the body are closely tuned to each other. One of the effective techniques of meditation used is Candlelight Meditation in which a group sits around a burning candle and gazes at the flame for several minutes focusing on it as long as possible and praying together. The focus here is on controlling the mind. Initially, some may find it difficult to concentrate and may even get a little disturbed. But with a few days of practice, he or she will be able to focus better. This meditation and breathing exercise – Pranayama — has a calming and rejuvenating effect.

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MINDFULNESS IMMERSION

​The Yoga & Mindfulness Immersion presents the full picture of yoga, introducing its many facets to those new to the practice, and advancing the practice and understanding of experienced yogis. 

It is tailored to the individual in every respect – including nutrition. Both Hatha and Vinyasa yoga practice will be a part of the Immersion, while yogic sessions will include Purification Kriya or ‘Shat Karmas’ for cleansing and opening body and mind, Pranayama (breathing) practice, Trataka (candle meditation), Mindfulness meditation and deeply relaxing Yoga Nidra (also known as yogic sleep). 

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After an in-depth consultation with Amanbagh’s resident Ayurvedic physician, meals will be based on a Sattvic diet as referenced in Ayurvedic and Yogic literature, focusing on fresh, organic foods rich in prana (life force).

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Mindfulness is the psychological process of bringing one's attention to experiences occurring in the present moment. This skill can be developed through the practice of meditation. In this guided meditation practice you learn how to awaken the senses to the now.

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Purification Kriya: Kriyas are yogic cleansing techniques used to purify the body and mind, opening the body’s energy lines.

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​Vinyasa Yoga: In this faster yoga practice, asanas (postures) flow from one into another in time with the breath. It can be seen as a moving meditation building heat, endurance, flexibility and strength.

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SATTVIC LIFESTYLE CONSULTATION 

​​After an in-depth consultation with our Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant, meals will be based on a Sattvic diet as referenced in Ayurvedic and Yogic literature, focusing on fresh, organic foods rich in prana (life force).

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BENEFITS OF PANCHAKARMA THERAPY

Helps restore metabolic fire(Agni)

Assists balance of all three doshas

Boosts the body’s immunity levels

Slows the aging process

Reduces stress, improves relaxation and tolerance

Helps implement a healthy diet and life style

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​YOGASANAS are various body postures, which are practiced to calm the mind enabling a deep state of meditation to occur. It involves various poses such as standing poses, sitting poses and lying poses. During their performance we stretch and relax our structure fully. This frees nerves from stress and strain and improves their functioning.

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DHYANA (Meditation)-This is a state of higher consciousness achieved through a fully rested and relaxed body and a fully awake and relaxed mind. In meditation there is constant observation of mind. Meditation is an experience that cannot be described just as colours cannot be described to a blind person. 

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced practitioner, our extensive experience in teaching will leave you very much relaxed and help you deepen your knowledge and skills.

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