Yoga Vacation Program
Simplify, reset, and reconnect with yourself.
Retreat from the stressors and distractions of everyday life and discover a healthier, happier you. Our Yoga Vacation Program was designed by Swami Vishnudevananda to ensure complete relaxation and rejuvenation for the body, mind, and soul. Daily yoga classes work in conjunction with the ashram schedule to help your body reconnect with the natural rhythms of nature so that your mind can become more restful and present.
Whether you are new to yoga or a well-established practitioner, the Yoga Vacation Program will help you quickly find your way back to balance in an optimal environment for spiritual growth, healing, and relaxation where you are surrounded by a nurturing, supportive community. The best part? The tools you learn will last you a lifetime and the benefits of the ashram will continue to uplift your being long after you’ve concluded your stay.
The ashram is all-inclusive, offering a private beach, delicious food, 2 daily yoga classes, 2 daily satsangs (communal events with joyous chanting, meditation, and spiritual lectures), and various workshops with acclaimed presenters. Each year, we invite hundreds of guest presenters to the ashram (scholars, spiritual teachers, scientists, and artists) to offer a rich tapestry of engaging talks, performances, and workshops as part of the Yoga Vacation Program. Browse the calendar below to see what’s happening when you plan to stay with us.
What you will experience in the Ashram
Immerse in a yogic lifestyleIncrease your vitality, positivity, and ease of being as a result of daily yoga practice, a healthy vegetarian diet, silent meditation sessions, and uplifting teachings.
Connect to nature’s healing Enjoy the restorative power of the natural world as you take in the fresh sea air, the sounds of the waves, and the beauty of the tropical gardens.
Experience well beingWhile you are here, consider making an appointment for an integrative healing session through our Well Being Center.
Meet interesting peopleExperience the pleasure of good company through connection with kindred spirits from around the world at meals, on the beach, in classes, and in satsang.
Explore inspiring topicsDiscover new ways of thinking and being, deepen spiritual knowledge, learn body-mind practices, and celebrate the diversity of life through mid-day workshops and inspiring evening talks.
Learn the Tools of YogaDuring your stay with us, we invite you to discover how powerful the tools of yoga can be in your personal evolution, helping you to live in constant peace with yourself, humanity, and nature.
Satsangs & Workshops
What makes our Yoga Vacations unique? In addition to our location and yoga lifestyle immersion, we offer an extraordinary program of talks, workshops, and performances — all included in your stay.
Through the Yoga Vacation Program, we welcome more than 200 distinguished presenters each year — spiritual teachers of different traditions, scientists, healers, religious leaders, authors, and musicians, each one a jewel in their discipline. Come and be inspired.
See what’s happening when you plan to stay with us:
Upcoming Yoga Vacation Programs
Yoga Vacation ProgramSeptember 26, 2023
Swami Swaroopananda
Swami Swaroopananda answers aspirants’ questions, clears troubled minds, and inspires listeners to advance on the spiritual path.
Yoga Vacation ProgramOctober 1 — 2, 2023
Narayani Chaitanya
What does it mean to be a saint? Join this inspiring exploration of saints from around the world.
Yoga Vacation ProgramOctober 7 — 9, 2023
Narayani Chaitanya
Practice the art of deep relaxation and live everyday with ease and calm
Yoga Vacation ProgramOctober 11 — 13, 2023
Swami Paramananda
A series of talks exploring the power of prayer that will inspire you to embrace prayer as a regular spiritual practice.
Yoga Vacation ProgramOctober 15 — 23, 2023
Krishnan Namboodiri and Senior Staff of the Yoga Retreat
Celebrate the Shakti (power) of the Divine Feminine manifested as Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswati.
Yoga Vacation ProgramOctober 25 — 27, 2023
Swami Shambhudevananda
This program offers the opportunity to transcend depression and anxiety by igniting a radical shift in your perspective.
Yoga Vacation ProgramOctober 29, 2023
Swami Swaroopananda
Swami Swaroopananda answers aspirants’ questions, clears troubled minds, and inspires listeners to advance on the spiritual path.
Yoga Vacation ProgramNovember 5 — 7, 2023
Dr. Marisa Jackson-Kinman (Sri Devi)
Healthy daily routines promote optimal health, supporting us to achieve inner peace and live our true purpose.
Yoga Vacation ProgramNovember 9 — 11, 2023
Senior Staff of the Yoga Retreat
Join us for this special celebration of puja and prayer to honor the Mahasamadhi and Jalasamadhi of our founder and guru Swami Vishnudevananda.
Yoga Vacation ProgramNovember 10 — 12, 2023
Zoe Weil
Creating a vision for a just, healthy, and humane future for yourself, your community, and the world.
Yoga Vacation ProgramNovember 14 — 16, 2023
Maureen Whitehouse
Subtle shifts in your life can bring about miracles, radical change, and unexpected joy.
Yoga Vacation ProgramNovember 17 — 21, 2023
Katie Papo (Ambika)
Cultivate a nurturing and loving relationship with food, and with yourself.
Yoga Vacation ProgramNovember 18 — 21, 2023
Theodore Tsavoussis
Shamanic medicine is an ancient transformational approach to restoring power, creating healing, and harmonizing the mind, body, and spirit.
Yoga Vacation ProgramNovember 22 — 24, 2023
Swami Brahmananda
In this special season of gratitude, you’re invited to come and cultivate this profound state of reflection into your own heart.
Yoga Vacation ProgramNovember 24 — 27, 2023
Graham Schweig, Krishna Kanta, and Steve Gorn
Combined with sweet and serene kirtan, this program blends ancient Sanskrit poetry and literature with the mellifluous sounds of the classical Indian bansuri bamboo flute.
Yoga Vacation ProgramNovember 28, 2023
Swami Swaroopananda
Swami Swaroopananda answers aspirants’ questions, clears troubled minds, and inspires listeners to advance on the spiritual path.
Yoga Vacation ProgramNovember 29 — December 2, 2023
Karnamrita Dasi
Explore and experiment with the basic concepts of classical Indian ragas and the harmonizing gifts that they offer.
Yoga Vacation ProgramDecember 2 — 5, 2023
Latif Bolat
Open your heart with ancient music, poetry, and stories from the Turkish mystic Sufi tradition.
Yoga Vacation ProgramDecember 5 — 7, 2023
Paul Dugliss, MD
Discover how Ayurveda harnesses the healing power of the heart to transform all levels of our being.
Yoga Vacation ProgramDecember 6 — 11, 2023
Swami Brahmananda
The teachings of Vedanta, when applied to our daily life, transform one’s life and open vistas to eternal bliss.
Yoga Vacation ProgramDecember 10 — 12, 2023
Lama Karma Chötso
True spiritual warriors assume the responsibility of mastering their own minds.
Yoga Vacation ProgramDecember 12 — 15, 2023
Sat Bir Singh Khalsa
Empower yourself with evidence-based insights and experience the benefits of Kundalini yoga practice.
Yoga Vacation ProgramDecember 15 — 17, 2023
Kate Mitcheom and Lucia McBee
Using the core principles of MBSR and Sivananda Yoga, it is possible for everyone to improve their personal well-being.
Yoga Vacation ProgramDecember 19 — 22, 2023
Tom Spector (Kumar)
A lesson in meditation, especially geared to those who believe they can’t meditate.
Yoga Vacation ProgramDecember 21 — 23, 2023
Snatam Kaur and Sopurkh Singh
Join Snatam Kaur and Sopurkh Singh to discover the tools of Nada Yoga and resonate in the energy of pure love.
Yoga Vacation ProgramDecember 23, 2023 — January 2, 2024
Swami Swaroopananda, Snatam Kaur, Sopurkh Singh, Rabbi Rami Shapiro, Kyriacos C. Markides, Emily Markides, Shaykh Abdul Haqq, Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo, Acharya Mangalananda, and Senior Staff of the Yoga Retreat
During this special time of year we invite you to join us in celebrating wisdom, love, compassion, and the transcendence of artificial barriers.
Yoga Vacation ProgramDecember 25 — 28, 2023
Snatam Kaur and Sopurkh Singh
Experience the angelic voice of one of the most inspirational singers of devotional music of the Sikh tradition.
Yoga Vacation ProgramDecember 31, 2023 — January 2, 2024
Acharya Mangalananda
Join us for an auspicious start to the New Year, singing the Divine Names that are manifestations of the One Divinity.
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 5 — 7, 2024
Subhash Kak
Explore convergences between contemporary science and Yoga.
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 6 — March 14, 2024
Swami Sharvananda Giri
This immersion offers the doorway through which moksha or true freedom is attained.
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 7 — 9, 2024
Amir Vahab
Immerse yourself in spiritual music and soften into love and healing.
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 9 — 16, 2024
Swamini Svatmavidyananda Saraswati
Study selections from the Taittiriya Upanishad with a world renowned master teacher to gain the direct knowledge of ananda as the truth of oneself.
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 14, 2024
Krishnan Namboodiri
Join us as we celebrate Lord Ayyappa with a puja conducted by the ashram's Tantric priest.
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 16 — 18, 2024
Marc Halpern (Siva) and Andrea Deerheart PhD
Unlock stuck energy with high awareness in deep relaxation
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 19 — 21, 2024
Mark Mincolla
Learn what generates miracles and become a Miracle Maker in your own life!
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 22 — 25, 2024
Tenzin Dasel
Explore a Buddhist approach to how wisdom and compassion leads to lasting happiness.
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 24 — 26, 2024
Nora Benian (Sundari)
In this program, we will learn and practice safe and specific therapeutic postures for spinal health, hip and shoulder mobility.
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 26 — 28, 2024
Divya Alter
Bring yoga into your kitchen and discover a creative way to commune with divinity and humanity through food.
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 28, 2024
Swami Swaroopananda
Swami Swaroopananda answers aspirants’ questions, clears troubled minds, and inspires listeners to advance on the spiritual path.
Yoga Vacation ProgramJanuary 29 — 31, 2024
Girish
Open your heart, unlock your voice, and let the transformative power of kirtan guide you towards your innermost self.
Course List
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Daily Schedule
Yoga Vacationers are invited to follow the ashram’s Daily Schedule, which includes plenty of time for the beach as well as socializing, learning, and relaxing. As a spiritual learning center and community, we request that all guests attend morning and evening satsang and both yoga class per day to make the most of their stay and contribute to the community experience.
Morning Start the day at 6:00 a.m. with the serenity of early morning meditation. The clear sea air and radiant dawn aid the mind to focus and the body to be still. Half an hour of silent meditation is followed by joyful chanting, a spiritual talk or reading, and closing prayers. Next at 8:00 a.m. comes a two-hour class of asanas (yoga postures), pranayama (yogic breathing techniques), and relaxation that invigorates and refreshes the body and mind. Brunch awaits at 10:00 a.m.
Midday Create your own optimal afternoon schedule. Take an experiential workshop, attend a lecture or enjoy a healing art session. Study, swim, relax on the beach, or go snorkeling. Take a snack break at the Boutique, meet new or old friends or take time to read a book in the tropical gardens.
Afternoon Start the third part of your day with a 4:00 p.m. yoga class. Feel how your body achieves maximum stretch at this time and the great progress that can be made. Observe as your breath gets calmer and your mind clearer in the serenity of your afternoon practice. Dinner will await you at 6:00 p.m. After dinner, take an early evening walk on the beach, enjoying the beautiful sunset.
Evening Satsang (meditation, chanting and talk) completes the day at 8:00 p.m. During the evening satsang we usually enjoy a concert, a dance performance or a talk by one of our special guests. Lights-off is around 10:00 p.m.
Cost
The Yoga Vacation program is included in our all-inclusive accommodation rates, which include meals, yoga classes, satsangs, and daily Yoga Vacation workshops, as well as access to our beautiful beach and the ashram grounds and amenities.
The individual Yoga Vacation programs listed in the calendar consist of a combination of morning or evening satsang presentations or performances and/or workshops offered at noon and/or 2:00 pm. These are included in the all-inclusive accommodations rates.
The total cost for your stay depends on your choice of accommodations.
Accommodations
Our housing options are designed for a range of budgets and personal needs and range from self-pitched tents to comfortable cabins to luxurious beachfront suites. All of our accommodations are welcoming and simple, allowing you to relax and enjoy your time with us at the Ashram.
Please note
- Accommodation rates are all-inclusive for our Yoga Vacation Program.
- Courses, cleanses, and trainings have an additional tuition.
- Sivananda Yoga Teacher Training Course rates are all-inclusive.
- Minimum 2-night stay year-round.
- Children are welcome to stay at the Ashram. See the Families tab for pricing and details.
Payments We accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover. We do not accept American Express, personal checks, or travelers checks. All deposits and payments in US dollars only.
Deposits To guarantee your reservation, a $300 deposit is required. The balance is due 14 days before your arrival. If the booking is made within 14 days of arrival, the full balance is due at the time of booking.
Our rates are seasonal
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- Winter/Spring Season: November 1 – June 9
- Summer/Fall Season: June 10 – October 31
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Rooms are available for single or double occupancy. Prices are listed per night, per room and are in US dollars. Rates include accommodations, meals, yoga classes, satsangs, and Yoga Vacation workshops. A Bahamian VAT tax of 10% will be added.
- Note: Prices may be changed at any time without further notice.
Beachfront Deluxe
Delight in breathtaking, wide-open views of the sparkling ocean from your own beachfront private balcony. Our Beachfront Deluxe Rooms are simple and spacious, furnished with two double beds and include a private bathroom with shower and tub. You will have a miniature refrigerator, kitchen sink, tea kettle, and tableware. These rooms are fully air-conditioned; bedding and one towel set per person are provided (incl. bath towel and beach towel).
Book this room privately for yourself to enjoy or book for two (or three, or four) people.
| Beachfront Deluxe | Winter 2022-2023 | Summer 2023 | Winter 2023-2024 | Summer 2024 |
| Single Occupancy | $490 | $490 | $490 | $490 |
| Double Occupancy | $490 | $490 | $640 | $490 |
| Each Additional Person (max 4 persons) | +$158 | +$140 | +$158 | +$140 |
Oceanview Deluxe
Relax into gorgeous views of the turquoise ocean from your balcony, and be within a stone’s throw distance from our beachfront yoga platform. Choose from either one king bed or two extra-long twin beds, and enjoy your own private bathroom with shower and tub. These spacious rooms also have a rocking chair, desk, and kitchen area with a small refrigerator, kitchen sink, tea kettle, and tableware. These rooms are fully air-conditioned; bedding and one towel set per person are provided (incl. bath towel and beach towel).
Book this room privately for yourself to enjoy or book for two or three people.
| Oceanview Deluxe | Winter 2022-2023 | Summer 2023 | Winter 2023-2024 | Summer 2024 |
| Single Occupancy | $450 | $450 | $450 | $450 |
| Double Occupancy | $450 | $450 | $600 | $450 |
| Third Person | +$120 | +$120 | +$120 | +$120 |
Bayside Room with Bath
These rooms have two single beds and a private bathroom with shower and tub. Within a short distance of the bay, these rooms include simple furnishings, a small refrigerator, tea kettle, and air conditioning. Bedding and one bath towel per person are provided.
| Bayside Room with Bath | Winter | Summer |
| Single Occupancy | $240 | $200 |
| Double Occupancy | $320 | $240 |
Beach Hut East (private)
Fall asleep to the relaxing sounds of ocean waves, and spend your time on the balcony. Our Beach Huts with with two single beds are comfortable, simple, and seconds from the beach. These rooms feature simple furnishings, and air-conditioning. Full bathrooms are located within one minute’s walk from your room. Bedding and one bath towel per person are provided.
| Beach Hut East | Winter 2022-2023 | Summer | Winter 2023-2024 |
| Single Occupancy | $260 | $190 | $270 |
| Double Occupancy | $320 | $220 | 330 |
Beach Hut West (private)
Fall asleep to the relaxing sounds of ocean waves. Our Beach Huts with with two single beds are comfortable, simple, and seconds from the beach. These rooms feature simple furnishings, and air-conditioning. Full bathrooms are located within one minute’s walk from your room. Bedding and one bath towel per person are provided.
| Beach Hut West | Winter 2022-2023 | Summer | Winter 2023-2024 |
| Single Occupancy | $240 | $170 | $250 |
| Double Occupancy | $300 | $210 | $310 |
Spacious Double Bed Room
The Spacious Double Bed Room allows for single or couples occupancy. These rooms feature one double bed, a desk and furnishings, and air conditioning. Situated in various locations throughout the Ashram, shared bathrooms are always close by. Bedding and one bath towel per person are provided.
| Spacious Double Bed Room | Winter | Summer |
| Single Occupancy | $270 | $160 |
| Double Occupancy | $300 | $200 |
Double Bed Room
The Double Bed Room allows for single or couples occupancy. These rooms feature one double bed, simple furnishings, and air conditioning. Situated in various locations throughout the Ashram, shared bathrooms are always close by. Bedding and one bath towel per person are provided.
| Double Bed Room | Winter | Summer |
| Single Occupancy | $250 | $150 |
| Double Occupancy | $290 | $190 |
Single Room
Ideal for solo travelers, our Single Room offers a comfortable space with one single bed, simple furnishings, and air conditioning. Single rooms are situated in various locations throughout the Ashram, including within our main building. Depending on the location of your room, various shared bathrooms are available within a few seconds walking distance. Bedding and one bath towel are provided.
| Single Room | Winter | Summer |
| $200 | $128 |
Twin Bed Room
These Twin Bed Rooms are situated within various locations of the Ashram. Featuring two single beds and air conditioning, these rooms are simply furnished with shared bathrooms nearby. Bedding and one bath towel per person are provided.
| Twin Bed Room | Winter | Summer |
| Single Occupancy | $200 | $160 |
| Double Occupancy | $256 | $190 |
Spacious Twin Bed Room
A Spacious Twin Bed Room contains two single beds with the option to add a cot for a third person. These rooms are sold for single, double, or triple occupancy. They are located in various parts of the Ashram, and shared bathrooms are nearby. Bedding and one bath towel per person are provided.
| Family Room | Winter | Summer |
| Single Occupancy | $225 | $185 |
| Double Occupancy | $306 | $240 |
| Triple Occupancy | $434 | $315 |
Tent Hut Double Bed
Perfect for couples and close friends, our Tent Hut with Double Beds feature one double bed and allow you to sleep in the Bahamas breeze. Sized for two people, these Tent Huts are comfortably furnished with a simple closet, nightstand with bedside lamp and fan, and electrical outlets. Bedding and one bath towel per person are provided for you, and shared bathrooms are a short walk away. Tent Huts are available from November until June.
| Tent Hut Double | Winter | Summer |
| Single Occupancy | $128 | not available |
| Double Occupancy | $180 | not available |
Tent Hut Single
Sleep in the fresh, tropical air while still enjoying indoor comforts — including one single bed, electrical outlet, simple furnishings, and a nightstand with bedside lamp and fan. It’s the easiest camping you’ll ever do, while you’re safely surrounded by your Tent Hut neighbors. Bedding and one bath towel are provided for you, and shared bathrooms are a short walk away. Tent Huts are available from November until June.
| Tent Hut Single | Winter | Summer |
| $110 | not available |
Tent Space
Many of our guests are nature lovers. Set up your tent near the beach, bay, or amongst the palm trees. Create your own sacred space within in the Ashram to reconnect with nature and sleep close to the earth. And you won’t be completely alone — get ready to meet “tent neighbors” from around the world!
Bring your own tent (sized up to 8’x8’), camping gear, mattress, bedding, and towels.
Tent Spaces are available from November through May.
Are you new to the idea but want to give it a try? View our blog for some good tenting tips.
Enjoy your Tent Space privately for yourself, or stay together* with some friends or family.
*Tent Space pricing is calculated by person (not by tent).
| Tent Space | Winter | Summer |
| $65* | not available |
- Tent space rate is $89 per night during the end-of-the-year holidays, December 20 – January 1
Swami Vishnudevananda’s Five Points of Yoga
Swami Vishnudevananda created the Yoga Vacation Program so that people could return from a vacation truly relaxed and renewed. His Five Points of Yoga are built into each day at the ashram and offer you an immersion in a yogic lifestyle.
- Proper Exercise: Yoga exercises focus on the health of the spine, its strength and flexibility. By maintaining the spine’s flexibility and strength through exercise, circulation is increased and the nerves receive their proper supply of nutrients and oxygen. The exercises also affect the internal organs and endocrine system.
- Proper Breathing: Yoga teaches us how to maximize lung capacity and how to control the breath. This increases vitality and mental clarity.
- Proper Relaxation: By learning how to deeply relax all the muscles of the body, you can thoroughly rejuvenate your nervous system and attain a deep sense of inner peace. Yoga teaches us how to achieve this state of complete relaxation.
- Proper Diet: The Yogic diet is a vegetarian one, consisting of pure, simple, natural foods which are easily digested and promote health. The Yogic diet will help you attain a high standard of health, keen intellect and serenity of mind.
- Positive Thinking and Meditation: We become what we think. Through methods of positive thinking you will learn how to entertain positive and creative thoughts which contribute to vibrant health and a peaceful, joyful mind. Meditation opens the door to intuitive knowledge and realms of eternal bliss. The mind becomes calm and steady.
Plan Your Visit
Plan your Yoga Vacation for any time of the year — it’s always perfect here in Paradise! You can participate in the Yoga Vacation Program for any length of time; even a weekend stay will recharge your body, mind and soul! If you’ve had little previous exposure to yoga and wish to get the most out of your visit, we recommend that you plan a one- or two-week yoga getaway. This ensures that you will experience the equivalent to 3-6 months of weekly yoga classes.
Interested? Click on Register Now button in the sidebar to enter your dates.
Need more information?
- Browse the Calendar of Events for inspiration.
- See Planning & Pre-Arrival Information to find all the practical details about a stay at the ashram in one place, including What to Bring, Internet Access, etc..
