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Yoga.
Ocean.
Repeat.
Vacation with us this July and August
 and enjoy our lower summer rates!

A perfect summer getaway — nourish your spiritual self, refresh your mind, and come alive physically.

 

Experience a traditional ashram alongside white-sand beaches and tropical blue waters.

Immerse in the experience of a healthy yogic lifestyle that supports inner relaxation.

Upcoming Programs

Yoga Vacation Program
July 28 — 30, 2024
Swami Shambhudevananda

Learn how to overcome obstacles and ground yourself in a steady spiritual practice.

Yoga Vacation Program
July 30 — August 2, 2024
Jeremy Jones and Anil Prasad

Join Jeremy Jones with Anil Prasad for this program of spiritual recharging and heart upliftment as we dive deeply into the art of devotional chanting to unlock the ecstatic joy of Spirit.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 2 — 4, 2024
Swami Paramananda

Learn techniques to remove negative thoughts, emotions, and habits, and the art of cultivating virtues such as gratitude, kindness, and love, as taught by Swami Sivananda.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 6 — 8, 2024
Bhargavi Chaitanya

Ahimsa traditionally refers to the non-killing or harming of others, but ahimsa also extends itself to mean non-injury in thought, word, or deed to any living being. Come discover how we can all cultivate more kindness and compassion toward others.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 9 — 11, 2024
Vinay Desai and Shankh Lahiri

Experience meditative melodic improvisation that takes the listeners on a rhythmic journey to a place of deep stillness with musicians who have mastered their instruments with tutelage under legends.

Sivananda Essentials Course
August 9 — 11, 2024
Parvati Chaitanya

In this weekend program, learn meditation to improve your concentration and happiness and experience less stress and anxiety in daily life.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 12 — 14, 2024
Swami Shambhudevananda

Advance your yoga practice with a deeper understanding of Hatha Yoga. Composed of many aspects, including yoga asanas, meditation, and pranayama, Hatha Yoga is a spiritual path that is suitable for everyone.

Sivananda Essentials Course
August 13 — 17, 2024
Bhargavi Chaitanya

This inspiring course provides you with the essentials to jumpstart your own yoga practice — whether you are new to yoga or have experience in classes.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 14 — 16, 2024
Swami Paramananda

What does it mean to be a saint? Join this inspiring exploration of saints from around the world whose demonstrations of the truths of spiritual life and a guide to uplifting our hearts and enriching our own practices.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 16 — 18, 2024
Swami Brahmananda

Discover the secret to true happiness through the wisdom of The Upanishads.

Sivananda Essentials Course
August 19 — 23, 2024
Swami Shambhudevananda

Discover simple, practical tools for entertaining positive and creative thoughts.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 19 — 21, 2024
Swami Paramananda

Dive into the teachings of one of the most important scriptures in yoga, the Bhagavad Gita. The Bhagavad Gita brings together knowledge and action, inner and outer, individual and society, man and God.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 21 — 23, 2024
Sat Bir Singh Khalsa

This comprehensive program will review some of the basic science underlying the psychophysiology and benefits of yoga practices. We will explore the physical, mental, and spiritual mechanisms of action of yoga and provide a modern scientific overview of how yoga works.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 24 — 27, 2024
Swami Shambhudevananda

Learn to recognize the causes of adversities, how to use yogic methods to deal with adverse situations, and even how to find joy in adversity.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 25, 2024
Krishnan Namboodiri

Celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna with prayer, puja, and prasad.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 27, 2024
Swami Swaroopananda

Swami Swaroopananda answers aspirants’ questions, clears troubled minds, and inspires listeners to advance on the spiritual path.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 29 — 31, 2024
Swami Shambhudevananda

This program offers the opportunity to transcend depression and anxiety by igniting a radical shift in your perspective. Let this become a turning point in your life’s journey.

Sivananda Essentials Course
August 29 — September 2, 2024
Bhargavi Chaitanya

Relax, take a break from your life and discover how to find inner peace, contentment and happiness from within.

Yoga Vacation Program
August 31 — September 1, 2024
Tanya Hanna

Join us in The Bahamas this Labor Day Weekend and leave the stresses and responsibilities of daily life behind. Soothe your soul with beloved Bahamian musicians and friends of the ashram, Tanya Hanna and accompanists!

Yoga Vacation Program
September 2 — 5, 2024
Swami Shambhudevananda

Come and explore these teachings and discover wisdom that will guide you to more freedom and deeper joy.

Yoga Vacation Program
September 6, 2024
Krishnan Namboodiri and Senior Staff of the Yoga Retreat

Join us for this sacred ceremony to strengthen your own resolves and bring stamina and fortitude into your life.

Yoga Vacation Program
September 6 — 8, 2024
Bhargavi Chaitanya

Explore this comprehensive philosophical and practical framework for understanding the nature of consciousness, the mind-body connection, and the path to spiritual enlightenment through disciplined practice.

Special Event
September 8, 2024

Join us in the joyful celebration of Swami Sivananda’s life.

Yoga Vacation Program
September 10 — 13, 2024
Bhargavi Chaitanya

Practice the art of deep relaxation and live everyday with ease and calm

Yoga Vacation Program
September 13 — 15, 2024
Dayna Macy

Meet your true voice and creativity on the page with an open heart - No ambition, no judgment — just expression and connection.

Sivananda Essentials Course
September 13 — 15, 2024
Parvati Chaitanya

Discover simple, practical tools for entertaining positive and creative thoughts.

Sivananda Essentials Course
September 16 — 20, 2024
Swami Shambhudevananda

This inspiring course provides you with the essentials to jumpstart your own yoga practice — whether you are new to yoga or have experience in classes.

Yoga Vacation Program
September 17 — 19, 2024
Bhargavi Chaitanya

Discover the connection between the food we eat, our thoughts, and how to create a peaceful, positive state of mind.

Yoga Vacation Program
September 20 — 22, 2024
Swami Shambhudevananda

By applying various practical methods of self-inquiry, creative imagery and positive affirmations, you will learn how to cultivate a higher state of mind and bring more harmony, peace, and success into your life.

Yoga Vacation Program
September 23, 2024
Swami Swaroopananda

Swami Swaroopananda answers aspirants’ questions, clears troubled minds, and inspires listeners to advance on the spiritual path.

Sivananda Essentials Course
September 23 — 27, 2024
Parvati Chaitanya

Relax, take a break from your life and discover how to find inner peace, contentment and happiness from within.

Yoga Vacation Program
September 24 — 26, 2024
Swami Shambhudevananda

The yamas and niyamas (ethical guidelines) are the first two steps of the Raja Yoga system and create the foundation of a joyful and spiritual life. Come learn how to dispel negativity and fill your heart with love and kindness.

Sivananda Essentials Course
September 28 — 30, 2024
Bhargavi Chaitanya

Discover simple, practical tools for entertaining positive and creative thoughts.

Yoga Vacation Program
September 30 — October 2, 2024
Bhargavi Chaitanya

Bhargavi Chaitanya will teach you the words and melodies to some of the Sivananda daily chants and other popular kirtan chants. Come experience the joy this uplifting tradition - no experience or singing voice required!

Yoga Vacation Program
October 2, 2024
Senior Staff of the Yoga Retreat

Celebrate the Jewish New Year with the ashram's staff and guests from the local community.

Yoga Vacation Program
October 3 — 12, 2024
Krishnan Namboodiri

Celebrate the Shakti (power) of the Divine Feminine manifested as Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswati.

Yoga Vacation Program
October 4 — 6, 2024
Swami Shambhudevananda

Join Swami Shambhudevananda during the sacred time of Navaratri as we explore its meaning and association with the Goddesses Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswati.

Yoga Vacation Program
October 8 — 9, 2024
Swami Shambhudevananda

A series of talks exploring the power of prayer that will inspire you to embrace prayer as a regular spiritual practice.

Yoga Vacation Program
October 11 — 15, 2024
Theodore Tsavoussis, Swami Brahmananda, Swami Shambhudevananda, Bhargavi Chaitanya, and Krishnan Namboodiri

Come experience this unique program designed to celebrate the diversity of cultural traditions and engage participants in a meaningful exploration of Navaratri, Yom Kippur, and Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Sivananda Essentials Course
October 13 — 17, 2024
Swami Paramananda

Relax, take a break from your life and discover how to find inner peace, contentment and happiness from within.


Our Yoga Vacation Program

Through our Yoga Vacation Program, in addition to the ashram’s daily schedule of activities, you take part in mid-day workshops and evening presentations on topics such as well-being, the spiritual path, and yoga philosophy.

You choose your arrival and departure dates and decide how to spend your time while you are here. No matter when you come, you’ll find a spiritual sanctuary and a healthy yogic lifestyle to support you on your journey.


Find out more!

Lower Summer Rates

Our summer rates takes effect July 1 — a great way to experience the best of what we have to offer.


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Imagine yourself here …

Surrounded by natural beauty

Arrive by a short boat ride from across the bay from Nassau to find yourself in an island paradise of palm trees and tropical flowers.

With the bay on one side and the Caribbean-blue ocean on the other, you are surrounded by rich life-force energies.

Vitality through yogic living

Immerse in the daily practices of a yogic lifestyle:

  • asana posture practice
  • pranayama breathing exercises
  • conscious relaxation
  • traditional yogic diet
  • positive thinking and meditation

Renewal through daily yoga

Enjoy two-hour Sivananda Yoga classes every morning and the afternoon.

The classical sequence of Sivananda Yoga is designed to be easily practiced at home and can be adapted to each person’s circumstances.

Don’t take it from us …

Not only did I refresh my energy and revitalize my yoga practise, I learned something from everyone I met. It was incredibly joyous to meet such warm, compassionate and interactive people from all over the world.

~ Visitor from Montreal, Canada

This was no doubt one of the most amazing and life changing experiences I have had … delicious vegetarian food, yoga classes for every level, group meditation, beautiful sunrise walks on the beach and the magical wisdom of all the swamis and people that live or visit the ashram.

~ Lorena B.

The Sivananda land is a perfect lush garden, next to the most beautiful white sand beach. The energy there is simply amazing, the people are so friendly, and the food is healthy and very tasty

~ Visitor from Bucharest, Romania

Surrounded by inspiring teachers and fellow yogis and friends, it was the perfect place to deepen my practice, learn and grow. This is definitely the place to go to start a yogic journey — especially if you like the sun and sea! —Visitor from Beirut, Lebanon

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