Yoga Classes
Exploring yoga in the tradition of banaras
All classes are in the Assi Ghat area.
Wear comfortable loose clothing or shawls over skintight attire. Appropriate for entrance to a Hindu temple.
Do not eat a meal less than 2 hours before the class.
Mats are provided as needed.
Classes are taught in English or Hindi.
Sunrise Surya namaskar Class
Sunrise Surya Namaskar Yoga Class is the classic vinyasa done to the rising sun done on the riverside in public.
We walk in darkness before dawn to a riverside location for a 1 hour Hatha yoga session emphasising Surya Namasker, the sun salutation, which is a flowing vinyasa series of postures, breath and focus.
The practice ends with a small puja offering to the Ganga or chai & discussion.
Duration: approx. 1 hr. Beginning pre-sunrise approximately 5:00/5:30AM.
Meeting Point: By appointment in Assi Ghat.
Cost: Rs. 1000 per person (x1) Rs. 800 per person (2-3) Rs. 600 per person (4+).
GST is an additional 5% tax.
Yoga in the Temple Class
Yoga in the Temple Class is an immersion of traditional hatha yoga in a semi-private temple complex.
The temple yoga class includes and overview of yam & niyam, surya namaskar, beginner or intermediate asana / posture, an intro to pranayam / breath techniques & dhyan / mediation.
The practice ends with puja offering in the temple or chai & discussion.
Duration: approx 1 hr. or 2 hrs. Morning 7:00 - 9:00AM or Afternoon 4:00 - 6:00PM.
Meeting Point: By appointment in Assi Ghat.
Cost: as per Surya Namaskar or 2 hrs extended session Rs. 2000 per person (x1) Rs. 1600 per person (2-3) Rs. 1400 per person (4+)
GST is an additional 5% tax
Pranayam in the park Class
Pranayam in the Park is a dynamic breathwork & lock session in the semi-private park or temple.
The pranayam class includes the bandha techniques of moola / root, uddhyana / plexus & jalandara / throat locks as well as Kapilabati / mind clearing, Bhastrika / bellows, Nadishodana / alternate nostril, Brahmri / bumblebee & Ujjayi / victorious pranayam techniques.
The practice ends with puja offering in the temple or chai & discussion.
Duration: approx 1.5 hrs. Morning 7:00 - 8:30AM or Afternoon 5:00 - 6:30PM.
Meeting Point: By appointment in Assi Ghat.
Cost: Rs. 1000 per person (x1) Rs. 800 per person (2-3) Rs. 600 per person (4+).
GST is an additional 5% tax
Dark Lotus Yoga Intensive
Dark Lotus Yoga Intensive is our full day yoga experience from before sunrise to sunset looking at all the aspects of yoga.
We suggest a 5AM Sunrise Surya Namaskar, then 7.30AM Pranayam in the Park and followed by a 9AM Yoga Walk. After lunch and rest a 4PM Yoga in the Temple and 6PM Yoga Walk or other activity.
The intensive finishes late into the evening with a special puja in a temple.
Duration: Full day & evening event 5:00 AM - 10.30 PM
Meeting Point: By appointment in Assi Ghat.
Cost: Rs. 7000 per person (x1) Rs. 5500 per person (2-3) Rs. 4000 per person (4+).
GST is an additional 5% tax
Additional Information:
Yes we can teach you privately on your hotel rooftop. We can also handle your large group of x10+ for a discounted rate.