Seven Days of Japa, Kirtan & Silent Sitting
Mantra Yoga & Meditation Retreat
Mantra is the original mindfulness practice, five thousand years older than the word "mindfulness". Seven days of japa, kirtan, bija-mantra and silent sitting with Swami Ananda, at 1,320 metres in the Himalayan foothills.
A Retreat Built Around Sound
Where most meditation retreats ask you to watch the breath, the mantra tradition gives you a second object: a syllable, a name, a sound that travels with you when the mind wanders. For many students, it is the most accessible door into real concentration.
Over seven days you will learn the full architecture of the classical mantra practice: japa (repetition with beads), likhita (written mantra), manasika (silent mental repetition), and kirtan (devotional chanting in group). You will also spend two nights in noble silence, so the repetition has time to settle deep.
The retreat runs on a 6am to 8pm rhythm and is open to all levels. Twelve seats per retreat, five or six retreats a year, so the group stays small enough for the practice to be personal.
What You Will Take Home
A Personal Mantra
Transmitted privately by Swami Ananda on day two, chosen for your temperament and current practice. Yours to keep.
A Rudraksha Japa Mala
A traditional 108-bead mala strung in the ashram. Use it for daily japa for the next forty years.
Silent Mental Practice
The skill of repeating a mantra internally during a commute, a meeting, a sleepless hour at 3am. The most portable form of meditation.
A Pronunciation Audio Pack
Fifteen core Sanskrit mantras recorded by Swami Ananda, so your chant stays honest once you are home.
A Likhita Workbook
Written mantra: 50 pages to fill over the next three months, returning the practice to paper.
Online Kirtan Access
Monthly livestreamed chanting circle with the ashram community. Free for retreat alumni, for life.
A Day at a Glance
From the first bija at dawn to night arati
Mantra Retreat Investment
Shared Twin Room
per person (7 days)
- Seven-day mantra and meditation programme
- Daily japa, pranayama, gentle Hatha and silent sitting
- Kirtan and bhajan with harmonium and tablas
- Personal mantra transmitted by Swami Ananda
- Rudraksha 108-bead japa mala
- Likhita workbook and pronunciation audio pack
- Three sattvic vegetarian meals a day, herbal tea with each meal
- Shared twin room with en-suite bath, 24/7 hot water
- Daily linen and towel change
Private Room, Valley View
private room supplement per night
- Everything in the shared twin option
- Private room with valley view
- South-facing window, low desk and a small shrine
- Access to the shared veranda facing the Annapurna
- Herbal tea station on each floor
Twelve seats per retreat, five or six retreats a year. Vegan, gluten-free and Ayurvedic meal plans are available on request. Wi-Fi is in the library only, and there is no phone signal, by choice.
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Marcel Noack
Germany
Just pay a visit and you will understand why this place is special. Authentic yoga teachings, peaceful environment, and wonderful hosts. A hidden gem in Pokhara.
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South Korea
The best yoga class in this city. With teachers who has warm heart.
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Sweden
Such a wonderful and empowering experience. Dedicated, hospitable and knowledgeable leaders. Clean and cozy facilities. Tasty and healthy food.
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Belgium
Really nice spot to stay some days in Pokhara in between trekkings. Lovely yoga classes from Deepika 2 times a day. Oasis of peace with little garden in the center of Pokhara near the lakeside.
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Swami AnandaSwami Ananda is the founder of Yoga in Pokhara, with over 10 years of teaching experience. Trained at ashrams in the Himalayas, he brings authentic yoga traditions to Pokhara, Nepal.
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