Unfold: Yoga, Meditation, and Prompted Writing

This five-day retreat is a welcoming, guided introduction to life at the ashram with Cat O’Connor, a graduate of the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat Teacher Training Course (TTC). It is designed for those who are curious about the ashram experience and would like support in learning its rhythm, traditions, and daily flow, while also exploring writing as a tool for reflection and self-discovery.

Participants will follow the regular ashram schedule alongside the full community, including morning and evening satsang, two daily yoga classes, shared meals, and time for rest and reflection. Living this rhythm together allows yoga to happen naturally throughout the day, while also creating space for the unfolding process to deepen.

Each afternoon, Cat will guide participants through a blend of prompted and free writing practices designed to encourage reflection, clarity, and authentic self-expression. These informal sessions include time for personal writing and the opportunity for sacred sharing within a supportive group setting, as well as space for questions, connection, and gentle guidance. No previous writing experience is necessary, only a willingness to arrive with an open heart and curious mind.

Set within the magical space of the Sivananda Ashram on Paradise Island in the Bahamas, the experience is gently supported by warm ocean breezes, soft white sand, and inspiration at every turn. The integration of yoga, meditation, satsang, and reflective writing offers a powerful opportunity for insight, connection, and renewal.

• Please bring a notebook or journal to write in

This program is part of the Retreat Leader Program, which supports Sivananda TTC graduates in growing as leaders and introducing their communities to the ashram through an authentic, guided retreat experience.