Yoga 1: Foundations of Sivananda Yoga

Date
January 2 - 4, 2026

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

You can join this retreat for the weekend only or extend to 7 days or any time that fits your calendar.

Foundations of Yoga Life
Your sense of well-being is our priority. The intelligence of the Sivananda classical Yoga system is based on five aspects of a healthy and balanced life. Feeling good is multi-faceted and depends on your attention to proper exercise, proper breathing, proper relaxation, proper diet and positive thinking and meditation. These practices are considered the “yogic lifestyle” and are integrated in daily life at the Ashram.

Experience yoga postures (asanas) done in a calm atmosphere, combined with the practice of concentration and relaxation. Your energy (prana) is enhanced by the natural combination of conscious stretching, strength, relaxation, and conscious breathing (pranayama) in a natural environment. Massage your internal organs, move your prana. Feel you are glowing with increased vitality after each yoga class.

Yoga classes in this retreat will be slower-paced, including an introduction to the postures one by one with their benefits, plus demonstrations and adaptations. Receive personal guidance from our dedicated teachers. We welcome all levels of experience and health conditions.

Each day begins and ends with Satsang; we come together for a guided meditation, chanting of mantra and an inspiring talk on health and yoga-related topics.

Meals are vegetarian and freshly-prepared onsite with love.

Gently build your discipline, strength and prana. Heal your body and mind. Renewal awaits. Rediscover a happier you.

Afternoon workshop topics include:

Benefits of Asana Practice
Benefits of Breathing Exercises (Pranayama)
Three Levels of Relaxation
Balancing Your Diet
Techniques of Positive Thinking
Improve Your Concentration
What is Meditation?

Daily Schedule

6:00–7:30am - Satsang (meditation, chanting, lecture)
8:00–10:00am - Yoga class
10:00am - Vegetarian brunch
11:00am - Karma Yoga
1:00–2:30pm - Workshop on Foundations of Yoga Life
4:00–5:30pm - Yoga class
6:00pm - Vegetarian dinner
7:30–9:00pm - Satsang (meditation, chanting, lecture)

Pre-requisite
There are no prerequisites other than a sincere desire to learn classical yoga.
Tuition & Cost
$90 tuition + accommodations

Add on additional nights after the weekend to extend your retreat at a 10% discount
Course Material
"Essentials of Yoga Practice & Philosophy" by Swami Sitaramananda
Reference Materials
YouTube - 45 minutes Beginner Sivananda Yoga Class
YouTube - Essentials of Yoga Practice - Class 3 - Classical Yoga
Article - Journey of Self Development by Swami Sitaramananda

Getting Here

Location icon Sivananda Yoga Farm

Accommodation

Tent - Bring Your Own (female)

Accommodation
Guests may bring their own tent and gear and camp on the land. Sleep closer to nature in the fresh, open air. There are deck platforms designated for tenting. If you want more than one tent, book with us multiple times!

Tent - Bring Your Own (male)

Accommodation
Guests may bring their own tent and gear and camp on the land. Sleep closer to nature in the fresh, open air. There are deck platforms designated for tenting. If you want more than one tent, book with us multiple times!

Om Cabin - Private or book with a friend (2 twin beds)

Accommodation
Book your own private Om cabin. Pleasant and simple lodging, our Om Cabins are the original tent cabins that were built about 20 years ago.  They are placed in a peaceful and tranquil setting, on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram. Each cabin is named for a different virtue, such as happiness or contentment. Each cabin is furnished with a dresser, desk, night stand, ceiling fan and propane heater. Om Cabin guests share a nearby bathhouse.  Wifi internet is available.

Om Cabin - Double dorm share with another guest (2 twin beds)

Accommodation
The double is a shared room, and the cost is per person.  If you are not booking with a friend or family member, a roommate will be assigned.  Pleasant and simple lodging, our Om Cabins are the original tent cabins that were built about 20 years ago.  They are placed in a peaceful and tranquil setting, on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram. Each cabin is named for a different virtue, such as happiness or contentment. Each cabin is furnished with a dresser, desk, night stand, ceiling fan and propane heater. Om Cabin guests share a nearby bathhouse.  Wifi internet is available.

Om Cabin - Private (1 twin bed)

Accommodation
Om Cabin - Private (1 twin bed) - Pleasant and simple lodging, our Om Cabins are the original tent cabins that were built about 20 years ago.  They are placed in a peaceful and tranquil setting, on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram. Each cabin is named for a different virtue, such as happiness or contentment. Each cabin is furnished with a dresser, desk, night stand, ceiling fan and propane heater. Om Cabin guests share a nearby bathhouse.  Wifi internet is available.

Siva Cabin - Book with a friend (2 twin beds)

Accommodation
Our Siva Cabins are newly built and are placed in a peaceful, tranquil setting, at the base of Siva hill on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram. They feature an outdoor porch, bamboo wood flooring, ceiling fan, and are built with high grade materials and furnished with a side table, dresser and propane heater.  Includes a private bathroom and shower.  Wifi is available.

Siva Cabin - share dorm with another guest (2 twin beds)

Accommodation
The double is a shared room, and the cost is per person.  If you are not booking with a friend or family member, a roommate will be assigned. Our Siva & Krishna Cabins are newly built and are placed in a peaceful, tranquil setting, at the base of Siva hill on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram. They feature an outdoor porch, bamboo wood flooring, ceiling fan, and are built with high grade materials and furnished with a side table, dresser and propane heater.  Includes a private bathroom and shower.  Wifi is available.

Siva Cabin - Private (1 twin bed)

Accommodation
Our Siva Cabins are newly built and are placed in a peaceful, tranquil setting, at the base of Siva hill on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram. They feature an outdoor porch, bamboo wood flooring, ceiling fan, and are built with high grade materials and furnished with a side table, dresser and propane heater.  Includes a private bathroom and shower.  Wifi is available.

Krishna Cabin - book with a friend (2 twin beds)

Accommodation
Our Krishna Cabins are newly built and are placed in a peaceful, tranquil setting, at the base of Siva hill on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram. They feature an outdoor porch, bamboo wood flooring, ceiling fan, and are built with high grade materials and furnished with a side table, dresser and propane heater.  Includes a private bathroom and shower.  Wifi is available.

Krishna Cabin, Double share dorm (2 twin beds)

Accommodation
The double is a shared room, and the cost is per person.  If you are not booking with a friend or family member, a roommate will be assigned.  Our Krishna Cabins are newly built and are placed in a peaceful, tranquil setting, at the base of Siva hill on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram. They feature an outdoor porch, bamboo wood flooring, ceiling fan, and are built with high grade materials and furnished with a side table, dresser and propane heater.  Includes a private bathroom and shower.  Wifi is available.

Deluxe Shanti - Private or Married Couples (Queen Bed + Futon)

Accommodation
Deluxe Shanti - Private or Married Couples (Queen Bed + Futon) - Pleasant, deluxe, lodging, our Shanti Cabins are placed in a peaceful, tranquil setting, on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram.  Includes private bathroom with shower, air conditioner, propane heater, ceiling fan, and attic space.  Furnishings include a desk, table, chairs, dresser, wardrobe and a sitting area. A small refrigerator, dishes and cutlery are provided.  Wifi is available.

Deluxe Shanti - book with friends or family (3 twin beds)

Accommodation
Deluxe Shanti - book with friends or family (3 twin beds) - Pleasant, deluxe, lodging, our Shanti Cabins are placed in a peaceful, tranquil setting, on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram.  Includes private bathroom with shower, air conditioner, propane heater, ceiling fan, and attic space.  Furnishings include a desk, table, chairs, dresser, wardrobe and a sitting area. A small refrigerator, dishes and cutlery are provided.  Wifi is available.

Deluxe Shanti Shared Dorm (3 twin beds)

Accommodation
Deluxe Shanti Shared Dorm (3 twin beds) - Pleasant, deluxe, lodging, our Shanti Cabins are placed in a peaceful, tranquil setting, on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram.  Includes private bathroom with shower, air conditioner, propane heater, ceiling fan, and attic space.  Furnishings include a desk, table, chairs, dresser, wardrobe and a sitting area. A small refrigerator, dishes and cutlery are provided.  Wifi is available.

Deluxe Shanti - book with friends or family (2 twin beds)

Accommodation
Deluxe Shanti - book with friends or family (2 twin beds) - The double is a shared room, and the cost is per person.  If you are not booking with a friend or family member, a roommate will be assigned.  Pleasant, deluxe, lodging, our Shanti Cabins are placed in a peaceful, tranquil setting, on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram.  Includes private bathroom with shower, air conditioner, propane heater, ceiling fan, and attic space.  Furnishings include a desk, table, chairs, dresser, wardrobe and a sitting area. A small refrigerator, dishes and cutlery are provided.  Wifi is available.

Deluxe Shanti Shared Dorm (2 twin beds)

Accommodation
Deluxe Shanti Shared Dorm (2 twin beds) - The double is a shared room, and the cost is per person.  If you are not booking with a friend or family member, a roommate will be assigned.  Pleasant, deluxe, lodging, our Shanti Cabins are placed in a peaceful, tranquil setting, on a gentle hillside overlooking the pond and are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ashram.  Includes private bathroom with shower, air conditioner, propane heater, ceiling fan, and attic space.  Furnishings include a desk, table, chairs, dresser, wardrobe and a sitting area. A small refrigerator, dishes and cutlery are provided.  Wifi is available.

Customer Reviews

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This was exactly the recharge I wanted and needed. The grounds are beautiful, the staff was incredibly helpful and supportive, and The Bliss treatment truly lived up to its name. I left feeling renewed and would absolutely return. I'd recommend it to anyone seeking a real ashram experience—just make sure that's what you're actually looking for.

The Sivananda Yoga Farm delivers exactly what it promises: an authentic ashram experience with chanting, meditation, two vegetarian meals daily, and modest dress code expectations. This isn't a luxury resort—it's a genuine spiritual retreat, and all of this is clearly stated upfront. Do yourself a favor and read the daily routine and expectations before booking. If you embrace what they offer, you won't be disappointed.

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restorative weekend at the Yoga Farm
I throughly enjoyed my time at the Yoga Farm last weekend. The grounds were beautiful, the staff was great and the food was amazing. A wonderful way to spend the weekend!

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Amazing family camp!
Family Camp allowed us to immerse, as a family, in every aspect of Yoga. In addition, I found I had plenty of time to explore my own process in relationship to Yoga and the Yoga lifestyle since there was much support with the kiddos. I connected deeply with many of the families and feel so grateful to the staff. my son had a blast and experienced emotional growth as a result of being surrounded by love and healthy lifestyle all week long. We will definitely be back next year!

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Rejuvenation and Inspiration
It was a short trip, just 2 days and nights, but it shifted me in a new direction. I really enjoyed the morning and evening Satsang, the vegetarian food was such a nourishing treat (and 2 meals daily was plenty), the yoga was very relaxing to the nervous system and I could tap into the subtle energy shifting in me. Met lovely humans from lands near and far. Loved the beautiful property/animals. The Shiva cabin was uplifting and comfy. Ayurveda workshop was very informative. I am inspired tremendously by the kirtan and look forward to finding a community to chant with at home. I’ll be back for sure. Om Navah Shivaya!

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Will return
Was apprehensive of going because of my health conditions and reserved only for two nights. Regret that very much as I wished I stayed longer. The staff are very understanding, attentive to your needs and kind. I feel much better even with only two days. Thank you for the gita lessons, the satsang and even Karma yoga. I feel blessed.

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