Living Ayurveda Retreat

This gentle and nourishing retreat invites you to explore Ayurveda, the ancient science of life, as a daily living practice. Grounded in the wisdom of Dinacharya—the art of cultivating daily habits that support health and wellbeing—you will be guided to integrate simple yet profound practices into your daily rhythms.

Dinacharya, from the Sanskrit words dina (day) and charya (to be founded in), encourages us to be rooted in each day with intention, care and connection. Ayurveda teaches that these small, consistent rituals are the foundation for vitality, balance, and longevity—for ourselves and our families.  

Within a contemplative, mostly silent space, the retreat will weave together:

Therapeutic and somatic yoga practices
Restorative yoga nidra
Pranayama (breathwork)
Walking meditation & visualisations
Talks, notes, and daily guidance on Ayurvedic lifestyle and principles

No prior experience is necessary. This retreat is open to all ages and levels of practice.

At its heart, this is a sacred pause: a time to return to your prakriti—your essential nature—and gently remember how to live in rhythm with your own life.

About Helen

Helen Altman, yoga teacher, yoga therapist and Ayurvedic practitioner, has been practicing, teaching and seeped in yogic, Ayurveda and buddhist practices for 40 years. It is the central thread of her life tapestry. She brings a great love of teaching and sharing her large body of knowledge and experience to each retreat in user friendly ways that can easily be integrated into people’s lives.

Costs

R3450 shared room with shared bathroom + teacher dana*

R3900 single room with shared bathroom + teacher dana*

R4200 single room with ensuite + teacher dana*

*We suggest R1500 - R3500 teacher dana depending on your capacity.
Teacher dana is a free will offering to support our teachers. You can read more about dana here. 

Scholarships are available. Please email office@dharmagiri.org for further information.