5-Day Iyengar Yoga Intensive: Path to Self-Practice

In a serene setting at the foothills of the Himalayas, we invite you to step away from daily distractions and immerse yourself in a journey of self-discovery. Over the course of nine days, you’ll reconnect with your inner self, finding balance and inner peace through yoga.

This 5-day Iyengar Yoga course focuses on developing a sustainable self-practice. Through structured guidance, you’ll learn how to design, maintain, and stay consistent with your personal yoga routine. Grounded in Iyengar principles, the course emphasizes discipline and offers practical tools to help you carry your yoga practice into everyday life.

 

Course Dates

15th May – 19th May 2026
29th May – 2nd June 2026
12th June – 16th June 2026
26th June – 30th June 2026
10th July – 14th July 2026
18th September – 22nd September 2026
9th October – 13th October 2026
23rd October – 27th October 2026

Course Highlights

  • Total Duration: 5 days
  • Asana Practice: 10 hours with Varun
  • Pranayama & Restorative: 6 hours of guided sessions
  • Q&A Session: 1 interactive discussion
  • Self-Practice: Optional daily space (16:00–17:00)

Course Fee:

₹7500 (Indian Rupees)

Course fee is non-refundable.

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Phone: +91 70061 11611
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Key Learning Areas:

  • Building strength in the limbs through standing postures
  • Correct alignment
  • Strengthening the spine through lengthening and twisting
  • Mobility in the back through back bending
  • Shoulder and chest opening
  • Preparation and safe practice of inverted asanas
  • The art of restoration: recovery and restfulness
  • Establishing discipline
  • Applying yoga philosophy practically
  • Learning the art of sequencing

This immersive retreat features intensive classes led by an experienced, certified teacher, designed to improve your breath, posture, flexibility, strength, and balance. Varun is a certified Iyengar Yoga teacher, trained in Iyengar yoga institute (RIMYI), Pune.

Who is this course for?

This retreat is ideal for dedicated practitioners with a minimum of one year of Iyengar Yoga experience, who wish to explore the deeper layers of practice through focused study and elemental exploration.

What You Will Learn

This course will act as a guide to start self-practice based on Iyengar principles.
By the end of the course, you will have a basic tool kit to integrate yoga into your daily life.

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Sample day for 5 days course

Path to Self-Practice
A day for example

We build things up progressively. We focus on active, detailed work in the morning and transition into restorative practice in the evening to allow the body to recover.

8:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Morning Asana Session
We begin during the cool hours of the morning. We typically focus on standing work and inversions to build stability and heat.

10:30 AM – 3:00 PM | Free time to practice “doing nothing”
This is your time to explore McLeod Ganj, visit the Dalai Lama temple, or rest. You need this time to let the morning work sink in before you get back on the mat.

3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Open Studio (Optional)
The studio stays open so you can go over what we did in the morning at your own pace. We will be there to help if you’re stuck on a move. This is where you develop the skills to practice independently.

5:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Restorative & Pranayama
Through supported postures and breathwork we aim to facilitate deep recovery so you are refreshed and ready for the next morning.

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Frequently Asked questions

Find answers to your queries about Iyengar Yoga, teacher qualifications, props, alignment, and common health concerns.

What does a typical day look like during the 5-day course?
Every day follows the same progressive rhythm to establish a solid routine. You will have an active morning asana session from 8:30 to 10:30 AM, a long midday break, an optional open studio in the afternoon, and a restorative breathwork session from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
Is the 3:00 PM Open Studio mandatory?
No, it is completely optional. However, it is highly recommended if you want to develop the skills for an independent practice. The studio stays open so you can review the morning’s movements at your own pace, and teachers are there to help if you get stuck.
Will the evening sessions be physically demanding?
Not at all. The 5:30 PM sessions are dedicated entirely to restorative postures and breathwork. The goal is to facilitate deep recovery and settle your nervous system so you are refreshed for the next morning’s active work.
How should I spend the long break between 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM?
This is your time to practice the art of “doing nothing.” We encourage you to rest and let the morning’s physical work sink in. It’s also a perfect window to explore the local area, visit McLeod Ganj, or walk to the Dalai Lama temple.
What is the investment for the 5-day course?

The total investment is 7,500 INR. This includes all daily morning asana classes, access to the afternoon open studio, and the evening restorative sessions for all five days.