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NALANDA RETREAT

LocatioN

Welcome to Nalanda Retreat, located in the heart of a serene seaside town in Goa – southern India. Nalanda Retreat is in a coastal village in North Goa which overlooks Mandrem Beach. This stretch of sand is a continuation of Ashwem beach situated close to Arambol beach.

TRANSPORTATION

**Please put your flight information on the logistics sheet.

 

Mandrem is around 52 kms from Goa Airport at Dabolim, from where you can take a taxi, or Nalanda Retreat can pre-book a transfer for you. The nearest railway station is in Pernem, which is less than 27 km away. There are frequent buses from the capital city of Panaji and the city of Mapusa to Mandrem.

 

Contact info@nalandaretreat.com for transportation options

 

Click HERE for Directions.

FOOD & WATER

**Please put your dietary restrictions on the logistics sheet.

 

Let us know of any allergies or dietary restrictions. All meals are healthy and prepared by Nalanda who knows how to make your taste buds smile. 3 Daily vegetarian, meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).

 

Filtered water is provided.

MONEY/ATM

The currency in India is Rupee’s. We recommend exchanging cash into Rupee’s before you arrive! If you plan on doing activities, bring extra cash!

 

The closest ATM is in town.

CHECK IN

**Please put your arrival time on the logistics sheet.

 

Check-in time is in the afternoon on the first day. Meals service will start with dinner on the first day.

 

For additional nights please book directly with info@nalandaretreat.com

 

BOOKS

SYI Yoga Teacher Training Manual - included in tuition and will be at the course when you arrive.

 

Purchase:

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING MANUAL

The Manual is included in the price of tuition and we will have it for you at the start of the course.

OTHER COURSE RELATED ITEMS

Optionally, a neti pot and a tongue scraper are suggested to be used throughout the course, you can purchase these on your own at any health food store. Please also bring any creative tools that enable you to express your gifts such as musical instruments, painting/drawing materials, etc.

"WHAT YOU SEEK IS SEEKING YOU"

- Rumi

WHAT TO PACK

These are simply suggestions, none of these packing list items are mandatory :-)

Our retreat centers provide mats, so it is not mandatory to bring one! However, if you would like to invest in a mat, these are some that we like!

 

 

Mats/Straps/Towels

Sandals, Water Shoes

 

Refillable Water Bottle:

 

BIODEGRADABLE products:

 

Eco-Friendly Menstrual products:

Clothing Options

  • Lightweight, long-sleeved shirts and pants
  • 5 yoga outfits
  • T-shirts and shorts
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses

 

OTHER RECOMMENDED ITEMS

Any snacks/superfoods you like between meals

  • Musical Instruments
  • Art Supplies
  • Journal and pens
  • White or other ceremonial dress - Optional for Mystical 200hr YTT

Click here and check out our alumni’s online shop.

Use the code SYIFAM20 for 20% off!

LAUNDRY

Laundry is available off-site.

INTERNET

Limited internet is available onsite but we suggest disconnecting from the internet as much as possible, phones will only be allowed for photos during meal times, etc.

SICK DAYS/MISSED DAYS

We will make arrangements to make up any missed days during the program. Typically, it is not a problem and you can get everything completed during the course.

PASSPORT, VISA & EXIT TAX

You will need a valid visa for entry into India. Please check with your country's embassy for travel details and entry requirements.

 

You may apply for your visa here: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/

 

Your passport must be valid for six months beyond date of visa application to obtain a visa.

CERTIFICATION

At the end of the course, you will receive your 300hr Yoga Teacher Certification. This course is approved by Yoga Alliance. As a graduate of this program, you will qualify to register as a teacher with the Yoga Alliance organization if you choose to.

 

If you have any other questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us by phone or email. We are looking forward to having you here to embark on this life-changing journey to shed away layers and become your truest self.

 

We encourage you to begin the practice now, by reflecting on your intentions for yourself and what brought you on this journey. Together we will create a safe and sacred space within our group that will help to reveal the wisdom within and the nature of the Self. This path will ask for self-reflection, growth, and discipline. Your journey will be greatly guided by what you chose to bring to the experience. Open yourself to what is there, leave all expectations behind and enter the clear, crisp perspective and sacred landscape of India with an open heart.

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“TELL ME, WHAT IS IT YOU PLAN TO DO WITH YOUR

ONE WILD AND PRECIOUS LIFE?”

- Mary Oliver

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