Himalaya Yoga Valley
Practice, learn and settle into Goa
A spacious yoga shala, a pool for downtime and a teaching community with roots in both India and abroad give Himalaya Yoga Valley a distinctly hands-on feel. In Mandrem, the school runs retreats, workshops, professional development and teacher training grounded in Ashtanga and Hatha yoga. Founder Yogacharya Lalit teaches alongside Indian and international faculty, and the school has welcomed more than 6,000 graduates from over 80 countries. Its 16-room boutique property makes it possible to practise, study and stay in one place, with single, twin and shared rooms. Meals are served at the on-site restaurant, where vegetarian and vegan dishes use fresh, locally sourced ingredients; other dietary options include gluten-free and Ayurvedic. Programs vary in focus and format, so the experience may be a retreat or a more intensive course of study. Airport transfers can be arranged by the administration team, a welcome convenience for arrivals in Goa.
Highlights
- Founder Yogacharya Lalit teaches alongside Indian and international faculty
- More than 6,000 graduates from over 80 countries
- A spacious shala paired with a student-favourite pool
- On-site vegetarian and vegan meals made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients
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Setting
Set in Junas Waddo in Mandrem, the center has a self-contained, retreat-focused atmosphere: a spacious shala for practice and study, a pool for pauses between sessions and an on-site restaurant. The property is designed to keep daily life close at hand while you focus on a course or retreat.
The practice
The school draws on Ashtanga and Hatha yoga, two approaches that use physical postures and focused practice to build strength, steadiness and awareness. At Himalaya Yoga Valley, yoga is taught through retreats, workshops and structured teacher-training or professional-development programs. The spacious shala is used for practice, meditation and learning. Course level and format depend on the program, so newcomers should check the requirements for their chosen dates.
A typical day
Daily structure varies by retreat or training program. A visit may include yoga practice, meditation and learning in the shala, with meals at the on-site restaurant and time to rest by the pool. Ask the center for the schedule for your specific course before booking.
Accommodation
The boutique property has 16 rooms in single, twin and shared arrangements. Rooms include air conditioning, and Wi-Fi, towels and housekeeping are listed among the amenities. Ask the center which room types are available for your dates.
What to bring
Pack comfortable clothing for yoga and meditation, plus a light layer for cooler periods. Goa averages 26.6°C, with the warmest months from March to May and the wettest from June to August, so bring sun protection in the hotter months and rain protection in the monsoon.
How to get there
The center is at Junas Waddo, Mandrem, Goa. You can arrive by road from either of Goa’s airports; the administration team can arrange a driver and meet guests at arrivals.
Nearest airport: Manohar International Airport (GOX) (18 km)
Manohar International Airport (GOX), near Mopa, is approximately 18 km from the center. The administration team can arrange an airport transfer with a trusted driver.
Nearest city: Mopa
Contact the center through its website to check program dates, room options and availability and arrange your reservation.
Programs start from EUR 375. Confirm the price and what is included for your chosen retreat or training.
Interested in this center? Check availability and upcoming retreats on their official site.
Visit Himalaya Yoga Valley websiteClimate
Climate Zone: Tropical
Best Months: Jan, Feb, Mar
Avoid: Jul, Aug, Jun
Goa has an annual average temperature of 26.6°C, with warmer conditions in March, April and May. January to March are driest, while June to August bring the heaviest rain; December, August and September are among the cooler months.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a typical day at Himalaya Yoga Valley include?
Schedules depend on the retreat or training program. Contact the center for the daily timetable for your dates.
Can beginners join a retreat or course?
The school runs several kinds of programs, from retreats to teacher training. Check the prerequisites for the specific program with the center.
What food is served, and can dietary needs be accommodated?
The on-site restaurant serves vegetarian and vegan food using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Ayurvedic, organic and gluten-free options are also listed; confirm what can be arranged for your dates.
How do I get from the airport to the center?
The administration team can arrange a transfer with one of its trusted drivers, with a welcome board at arrivals. Manohar International Airport (GOX) is approximately 18 km away.
How do I reserve a room or place on a course?
Contact the center through its website to ask about dates, room arrangements and availability, then confirm the reservation directly with the team.
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