Days 1 to 2
Arrive and settle
Early mornings, simple meals, practice and quiet time give you space to slow down and settle into the ashram rhythm.
7 Day Sādhanā · Phool Chatti Ashram
7 Day Yoga Retreat in Rishikesh, at Phool Chatti Ashram
Seven days of sadhana at Phool Chatti Ashram, established in 1885 on the banks of the Ganga: Hatha yoga, pranayama, meditation, sound healing, mantra, silence and the rhythm of ashram life. Led by Yogaacharya Manish, with Japanese-language batches on selected dates.
- 7 days, 6 nights
- Phool Chatti Ashram, est. 1885
- From ₹37,000
- No certificate: a retreat
At a glance
The 7-day retreat at a glance
- Length
- 7 days, 6 nights
- Place
- Phool Chatti Ashram, since 1885, on the Ganga
- Practice
- Hatha, pranayama, meditation, sound healing, mantra, silence, satsang, yogic lifestyle
- Food
- Three sattvic meals a day
- Level
- All levels, beginners welcome
- Languages
- English
- Led by
- Yogaacharya Manish
The retreat
What is the 7-day retreat?
A week to step away from your usual routine and give yourself time for practice. The retreat follows a simple rhythm of Hatha yoga, pranayama, meditation, sound healing, mantra, sattvic meals, silence and satsang, with the Ganga and forest around you.
It is not a resort holiday or a sightseeing trip. It is a week inside a working ashram, open to all levels, including beginners. Retreat groups are kept small, with around 6–10 participants.
Your week
Your week
Days 3 to 5
Go deeper
More Hatha, pranayama, meditation and sound healing, with Ganga rituals, aarti, satsang, silence and time in nature.
Days 6 to 7
Take it home
Bring the practice together into a simple daily routine you can keep after the retreat.
Daily rhythm
A typical ashram day
- 6:00 amPractice and theory
- 9:00 amBreakfast
- 9:30 amNature walk
- 11:30 amRest, self-study and self-practice
- 1:00 pmLunch
- 1:30 pmRest
- 5:00 pmEvening practice
- 6:30 pmĀratī, kīrtan and evening activities
- 7:30 pmDinner
- 8:30 pmEvening stillness
Curriculum
What you'll practise
One week at Phool Chatti Ashram: practice in the morning and evening, with time to rest, study and practise on your own in between.
Every morning
Hatha Yoga
Classical Hatha yoga practice, adapted to your level and body.
- Traditional postures and steady movement
- Alignment and breath awareness
- Options for beginners and different levels
Every morning
Pranayama
The breathing practices of yoga, taught step by step.
- Foundational breathing awareness
- Nadi shodhana and other traditional practices
- Practice according to your level
Mornings and evenings
Meditation & Yoga Nidra
Sitting practice, guided meditation and deep rest.
- Breath awareness and meditation
- Mantra-based practice
- Guided Yoga Nidra
Evenings
Mantra & Kirtan
The sound of the tradition, experienced together.
- Om and traditional Sanskrit mantras
- Call-and-response kirtan
- Shared chanting in the ashram
Once in the week
Mauna (silence)
A quiet period of the week to turn inward.
- Time without unnecessary conversation
- Walking and quiet time by the river
- Journalling, rest and reflection
Through the week
Ganga rituals
The ashram's traditional rituals connected with the river.
- Evening Āratī
- Havan (fire ceremony)
- Quiet time by the Ganga
Evenings
Satsang
Questions, stories and philosophy with the teacher.
- Open questions about your practice
- Stories from the tradition
- Yoga philosophy, simply explained
Through the week
Yogic living
The simple ashram rhythm that supports the practice.
- Three sattvic meals
- Early mornings and quiet evenings
- A simple routine to take home
Beyond the mat
Activities & excursions
The practice is the heart of the day. These are the rest of the ashram experience.
Puja
Morning puja at the temple, as part of the ashram rhythm.
Aarti
Daily evening Āratī and shared time around the traditional practice.
Ganga Aarti
Occasionally, especially on the closing ceremony day, the group takes part in Ganga Aarti.
Havan
The fire ceremony: offerings, mantra and a quiet circle around the flame.
Kirtan
Singing together in the evening. No ability needed, no performance.
Ganga walk
Walks along the river, and time to sit by the water.
Waterfall
A forest walk to a waterfall near the ashram.
View points
Sunrise and sunset from the hills above the valley.
Pottery
Working with clay at the ashram: slow, quiet, hands-on.
Festivals
When a festival falls in your dates, you are part of it.
Bonfire ceremony
A shared evening around the fire as part of the ashram experience.
Sari wearing
A cultural experience of learning to wear a sari.
Ganga dipping
Experience of a traditional dip in the Ganga.
Indian dance
An introduction to Indian dance as a cultural activity.
Weekly excursion
An outing to the market or well-known Rishikesh places such as Kunjapuri, Vasishta Cave or Balkumari Temple.
Where you will live
Life at Phool Chatti Ashram on the Ganga, since 1885
Since 1885
Phool Chatti Ashram has a long history of yoga and spiritual practice, with forest on three sides and the Ganga nearby.
1885Founded
15km upstream of Rishikesh
3sides of forest
Phool Chatti Ashram sits about 15 km upstream of Rishikesh, with forest on three sides and the Ganga nearby. It is a working ashram, not a resort: simple accommodation, sattvic meals, practice spaces and a daily rhythm shaped around yoga and ashram life.
Rooms
Simple guest rooms
Clean private and shared rooms with attached bathrooms, bedding and towels.
Food
Three sattvic meals
Vegetarian, freshly cooked, served in the dining hall.
Yoga halls
Spacious halls
Bright halls for asana, pranayama, meditation and sound.
Ayurveda
Ayurvedic massage
Traditional Ayurvedic massage, on request, to rest the body between practices.
Library
The ashram library
Books on yoga, philosophy and the tradition, to read in the quiet afternoons.
Ganga
Ganga rituals & kirtan
Āratī and kirtan as part of ashram life.
Fees
What's included
Shared room₹37,000
Per person, seven days.
Private room₹42,000
Per person, seven days.
Included
- Room for 6 nights
- Three sattvic meals a day
- All classes and sessions
- Āratī and Ganga rituals
- Satsang
Not included
- Travel to Rishikesh and transportation to the ashram (we can arrange it)
- Personal costs
Booking. A booking fee is required to reserve your place. The remaining balance is paid according to the retreat booking terms shared with you when your place is confirmed.
Who should join
Who is this retreat for?
People come for different reasons. All of them leave with time to rest, reflect and experience a practice they can take home.
01
New to yoga
New to yoga and wanting guided practice. Every class is guided, and teachers adapt the practice to you.
02
Practitioners going deeper
Already practising and wanting time to go deeper, with a full week of daily practice.
03
A week away
Wanting a full week away from your routine, by the Ganga, with your days held in a simple rhythm.
04
Ashram seekers
Looking for an ashram, not a resort: early mornings, quiet evenings and simple rooms.
05
Living simply
Wanting time to practise, reflect and live simply.
Why seven days
Why seven days?
The first two days are for arriving. The middle three go deeper. The last two are for taking the practice home.
Three days lets you feel a retreat. Seven gives you time to settle into the rhythm, go deeper and carry something of the practice home.Getting here
Getting to Rishikesh: visas, flights and arrival
Visa
A tourist e-visa is what most international students need. Apply in advance according to your travel plans.
Flying in
Delhi (DEL) is the main international gateway, about 6 hours by road. Dehradun (DED) is the nearest airport, about 45 minutes away.
Arriving
Arrive on the course start date by 11:00 am.
Pickup
We can help arrange transportation from Dehradun Airport at an additional cost, or arrange a taxi from Delhi for approximately ₹6,500.
What to bring
Warm layers for the mornings, a shawl for the hall, a torch and a water bottle. December and January are cold.
What to bring
What to bring
Keep it simple. You will spend the week practising, walking around the ashram and sitting by the Ganga.
- Comfortable clothes for yoga and meditation
- A warm layer for early mornings and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Personal medicines and toiletries
- Anything you need for a week-long stay
Teacher
Who leads the retreat?
Yogaacharya Manish
Founder · Hatha, sound, meditation
Grew up in Brij Kshetra and spent almost three years in sadhana at Kedarnath before founding Yogamani. Over 25 years of practice.
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Questions
Questions about the retreat
Yes. All levels are welcome, and the first two days are built for settling into the retreat rhythm.
No. This is a retreat, not a training, and it carries no certificate. For certification, see the specialised courses or the 200 hour training.
Simple shared or private rooms with attached bathrooms, hot water and fans.
Phone signal is patchy; Wi-Fi is available in the dining hall.
About 7 hours by road from Delhi, or a train to Haridwar and 1.5 hours by taxi.
Yes. Many guests come alone. A team member is on site day and night, and rooms lock.
Many guests do: the same teacher and practice continue.
Send a request here or on WhatsApp. We confirm your place and share the booking fee and remaining payment details personally.
Cancel up to 14 days before and we refund everything except the booking fee, which moves to a later date. Full terms are in the refund and cancellation policy.
Policy
Rescheduling and refunds
Plans change. Tell us as early as possible and we will move your booking to a later date wherever we can.
- Bookings can move to a future date
- Tell us as early as possible
- Transfers depend on availability
- Payment details are shared personally
Talk it through before you book
Not sure a week is right for you, or have questions about the ashram? Book a free consultation, or message us on WhatsApp.
We confirm the booking fee and remaining payment details with you personally.
Languages
Retreat in multiple languages
- EnglishEvery retreat
- हिंदीEvery retreat
- 日本語On selected dates
Need another language? Message us on WhatsApp and we will try to arrange it, with an interpreter if needed.