The Arhanta Yoga Ashram India is a traditional Yoga school located near Khajuraho, also known as the City of Temples, in Madhya Pradesh, India. The Yoga ashram covers 17 acres of green land, situated midst beautiful lush nature, surrounded by hills, forests and seemingly endless fields. The natural beauty and varied landscaping of the region makes it a unique location for an ashram. On our page sightseeing in Khajuraho you find more information about Khajuraho itself. At the Arhanta Yoga Ashram in India we organize professional yoga teacher training’s and yoga vacations.
The life at a Yoga ashram in India is simple and focused only on the teachings and your spiritual growth rather than on the comforts of daily life. It is important to understand that an ashram is minimalist in facilities and does not offer luxuries like a hotel. It is only suitable for those who wish to experience the Yogic lifestyle and focus on self-reflection and growth.
The Arhanta Yoga Ashram in India is the perfect place to follow a spiritual practice. It provides a peaceful, serene and secluded environment where you can focus entirely on your personal, spiritual growth and learning experience. The quiet and peaceful environment gives you the chance to renounce your material dependencies and to bring your focus within. At the same time it allows you to connect with the beautiful nature around you, experiencing a deep connection with the creation. The secluded and beautiful location promotes clarity and self-reflection. This helps to go deeper into your Yoga and meditation practice.
Arhanta Yoga Ashram India Facilities
Simple and clean accommodation
Accommodation comprises of single rooms and double shared rooms. All rooms have attached bathrooms, and the bathrooms are equipped with western toilet seats and cold showers.
Hot water is available during the winter season
All windows and beds have mosquito nets installed
Two Yoga halls covering more than 220 square meter and 170 square meter
Three pure vegetarian meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and herbal tea
RO filtered safe drinking water
Ashram boutique store (Yoga mats, meditation cushions, shawls, toiletries and more at actual cost prices)
Limited internet is available (the speed and connectivity is dependent on the service provider as well as many other factors)
International phone facility is available
Doctor on call facility
Complementary Airport pick up and drop off facility
What to bring to the Ashram
Comfortable clothing for Yoga asana class. You will be provided 2 pairs of uniform for theory classes
Comfortable walking shoes
Layers of warm clothing for in the mornings and at night
Comfortable slippers
Slippers and socks to enter the temples
Shoes for early morning walks
Mosquito cream
Working wrist watch with second’s hand for How to teach classes (mandatory)
Battery operated alarm clock
Battery operated torch/flashlight
An umbrella
Writing material (pen, pencil, markers, notebook etc)
Toiletries and towels
Yoga mat, cushion. (Also available at ashram for a reasonable price)
Blanket for yoga practice (preferable a fleece or cotton plaid of about 130 x 170 cm – also available at ashram for a reasonable price)
Meditation shawl for morning meditations
Extra blanket or sleeping bag for the colder nights
Rules of the Yoga Ashram / Yoga School
Yoga means bringing discipline to the body, mind and soul. The rules and regulations of our Yoga school in India exists to guarantee the maximal spiritual benefits and are part of the Yogic lifestyle.
During a Yoga teacher training, 100% attendance to all the courses is mandatory. Students must follow the schedule and assist to all the classes, lectures and other activities of the school
Students of a Yoga Teacher Training cannot leave the ashram (except on the day off), in case of an emergency, leaving the ashram is only possible with the written agreement of the course coordinator
The use of alcohol, tobacco and drugs are strictly forbidden during your the stay at the ashram
The strict schedule and the diet we offer, will make sure you benefit maximum from the course; students are expected to adjust to this schedule and diet as soon as possible
We advise you not to bring any valuable things. If necessary it is possible to store your valuables safely in the ashram
We ask you to inform the ashram administration immediately in case of any physical problem
You are allowed to bring medication to continue a certain treatment, but we advise you to inform the ashram administration and your teacher beforehand
The meals in our Yoga school are strictly vegetarian and it is not allowed to bring food from outside into the ashram
During breakfast and lunch we preserve strict silence
You will participate in Karma Yoga for one hour a day
How to get to the Arhanta Yoga Ashram India
There are direct flights and a daily train from Delhi to Khajuraho. In case you don’t find a ticket for a direct flight or train, there are many other routes to get to the ashram easily. We can help you find the best alternate route, if necessary. Also, private or small group transport can be arranged on request from Delhi to the ashram and vice versa. For more information and assistance please .
Arhanta Yoga Ashram India
Address
Arhanta Yatri Niwas (Near Khajuraho)
Village Bansarai, P.O. Onta Purwa (via Bamitha)
District Chhatarpur,Madhya Pradesh 471105, India
