Return to Yourself: An Integral Yoga Renewal Retreat

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Up to 30 in group
Date
Jan 29 - Feb 1, 2026

Retreat Highlights

  • Workshops on yogic lifestyle and philosophy with senior practitioners
  • Hatha Yoga practices designed for deep cleansing and rejuvenation
  • Guided meditation sessions for connecting with inner peace
  • Wholesome vegetarian meals specifically for immune system support
  • Opportunities for Karma Yoga service in the kitchen and grounds

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

Discover the perfect opportunity to refresh your spirit and deepen your practice at Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville. Guided by skilled Integral Yoga practitioners, this uplifting retreat is designed to help you unwind, recharge, and reconnect with the peace that lives within you.

Whether you’re longing for relaxation, seeking personalized support in your Yoga practice, or hoping to reignite your spiritual journey, the Integral Yoga Retreat for Renewal offers a nurturing environment where you can truly reset.

Integral Yoga—created by Sri Swami Satchidananda—brings harmony to the body, clarity to the mind, and purpose to life. This transformative path uses every aspect of daily living as a gateway to lasting happiness and inner peace. Through rejuvenating practices such as pranayama (yogic breathing), guided meditation, and Hatha Yoga, you’ll experience profound calm and reconnect with your true nature.

Sadhana (spiritual practice) is the heart of this retreat. It is the intentional way you move, breathe, think, eat, and live. When approached with presence, everything becomes an opportunity for growth. Throughout the weekend, you’ll be guided to embrace sadhana as a powerful tool for renewal—helping you return home feeling centered, inspired, and deeply revitalized.

Step into a weekend designed to nourish your whole being.

Your journey of renewal begins here.
This program offers:

Workshops on yogic lifestyle and philosophy led by senior Integral Yoga practitioners
Meditation for connecting with one’s inner peace
Hatha Yoga practices for cleansing and rejuvenation
Delicious, vegetarian meals for an enhanced immune system
Opportunities to practice Karma Yoga (selfless service) in various service areas, including the Yogaville Kitchen, Farm, and grounds

What to expect:
Since 1970, Integral Yoga Retreats have provided the sanctuary and solace everyone needs from time to time. Surrounded by a serene woodland landscape, Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville serves as an ideal environment for rest and relaxation while teachers offer experiential classes in Yoga philosophy, meditation, breathing techniques, Yoga postures, and deep relaxation.
Support:
During the retreat, you will have the opportunity to seek support and clarification from senior Integral Yoga instructors.

Private mentoring is also available.
All Are Welcome:
These retreats are open to everyone, from beginners to advanced Yoga retreatants. Those who are new to meditation or Yoga practices will receive full instruction, while those with experience will have the opportunity to deepen their practice.
Testimonials:
Yogaville is a safe haven for my soul. Having this rare and beautiful space to rest, to learn and to connect and to grow is a true gift and I am truly grateful. A true escape from my hectic city life. I finally feel like I can breathe. All parts of me feel alive again. — Elissa Gross
Disconnect from the everyday life stuff and experience yourself over and over. A beautiful, peaceful, and simple place to call home for a couple of days. — Yvonne Kelly
Beautiful and restorative experience. I was able to reset, rest, and access an important part of myself. I feel deeply nourished and ready to reintegrate back into my homelife. — Claire Pallandre








THURSDAY




4–6 pm
Registration


5–6:30
Integral Yoga Hatha – Mixed Level


5:15–6:30
Gentle Hatha with Ranjani Ma


6:30–7:30
Dinner


7:30–8:15
Orientation


8:15–9
Uniting the Yogas with Narada




FRIDAY




6–6:40 am
Guided Meditation with Rev. Lakshmi



Meditation with Staff


6:50–8:20
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 1 with Ranjani Ma



Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 2


8:30–9:30
Breakfast


10–11:15
Laughter, Miracles and A Yogic Approach to F.E.A.R. with Bharata


12–12:30
Walking Meditation (meet outside Academy)



or Noon Meditation


12:45–1:30 pm
Lunch


1:45–2:45
Ashram Tour


3–4:30
Karma Yoga at the Yogaville Farm


5–6:30
Integral Yoga Hatha – Mixed Level


6–6:30
Evening Meditation


6:30–7:15
Dinner


7:30–9
Self Inquiry - Jnana Yoga




SATURDAY




6–6:40 am
Guided Meditation with Rev. Lakshmi



Meditation with Staff


6:50–8:20
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 1



Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 2


8:30–9:30
Breakfast


10–11:30
Deepening Your Meditation with Rev. Paraman


11:45
Vans to LOTUS


12–12:30
Meditation at LOTUS


12:45–1:30
Lunch


2–3:15
Meditation and Journaling with Avi



or Guided Nature Hike (weather permitting)


4–5:30
Restorative Yoga


5:30–6:15
Dinner


7–8:30
Satsang (Gathering of the Seekers of Truth)
Video of Swami Satchidananda
Q&A




SUNDAY




6–6:40 am
Guided Meditation with Rev. Lakshmi



Meditation with Staff


6:50–8:20
Integral Yoga Hatha – Mixed Level


8–9
Breakfast


9:30–11
Retreat to Reality: Taking Yoga Home


11–11:45
Sharing Circle and Evaluations


12:45–1:30 pm
Lunch


2:00
Check out

Getting Here

Location icon Yogaville

Directions

Yogaville offers transportation from the airport, train and bus stations in Charlottesville, VA. If you are driving Google Maps has reliable turn-by-turn directions.

Accommodation

Availability of complimentary accommodations is determined by the order of booking.
Dormitory

The most popular accommodations we have are Dormitory Accommodations – shared room and shared bath. We have two dormitories, Vivekananda Vihar and Ramalinga Nilayam, which are centrally heated and air-conditioned and convenient to meals and programs.
Lotus Guest House (Private Room)

Each room in our six unit guest house is equipped with a small refrigerator, queen size bed and full bath. Each room in our nine unit guest house is equipped with a queen sized bed and full bath, and no refrigerator.

Tenting
Set off in a quiet, wooded area adjacent to the Lotus Guest Houses are twelve campsites. Campers have use of the bathroom, shower, and laundry facilities nearby Vivekananda Vihar dormitory. Camping is available from March 15th to December 1st.

Shared Dormitory: Bottom Bunk

Accommodation
Bottom bunk in a shared dorm room. Dorm rooms contain 4-8 beds. Shared bathroom Dorm rooms are not coed Availability is Gender Specific

Private Dormitory

Accommodation
This is a private room with a shared bathroom in our Ramalinga Nilayam Dorm - Females Only

LGH: Full Bed

Accommodation
Private room and Private Bath. A single Full bed and a private bath designed for those seeking peace in solitude.    

LGH: 2 Twin beds

Accommodation
Private Room and Private Bath. Two twin Beds and a private bath that is ideal for friends looking to experience the bliss of Yogaville.  

LGH: Queen Bed

Accommodation
Private Room and Private Bath. A queen bed or a queen with two day beds and a private bath that is perfect for couples and families searching for a peaceful time together. Please put in the personal comments if you need a room that includes trundles.  

Tent-Site

Accommodation
Open from Mar. 16–Nov. 30. Closed from Dec. 1–Mar. 15 Set off in a quiet, wooded area adjacent to the Lotus Guest Houses are Eighteen campsites. Campers have use of the nearby bathhouse as well as laundry facilities at the LGH Building 3.   Also, all tent sites have tent platforms for a more comfortable and dry tenting experience.  Fires and Stoves are not Permitted. Price is per person per night. Please bring your own tent, tie downs, tarp (weather protection). bedding and towels.  

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms icon A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent
Yogaville is home to the Light of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS). The LOTUS is a unique temple dedicated to interfaith understanding and the Light within all faiths. Individual altars represent and honor the different world faiths and spiritual paths. The vision, design and inspiration of Sri Swami Satchidananda, LOTUS was dedicated in 1986. It demonstrates, “Truth is One, Paths are Many.” In the peaceful countryside of Virginia, the doors of LOTUS are open to welcome people of all backgrounds and beliefs.

Meals

Menu Types

Organic, vegetarian/vegan food Labeled ingredients Lacto-vegetarian Gluten-free and vegan options Salad bar Large herbal tea selection Coffee is available for purchase at Mandala Cafe

What's Included

  • Accomodations
  • Meals
  • Meditation Sessions
  • Yoga Classes

What's Not Included

  • Transportation
  • Airfare

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