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Staying with us you have a rare chance to step out of life’s demanding routine, get back in touch with yourself and revitalize your life in a truly holistic way. READ MORE ABOUT AYURVEDA
| CONSULTATION with a doctorShe can recommend holistic treatments and activities to help you make maximum benefit of your stay, and if necessary advise on an appropriate food menu to be followed throughout your stay. In addition to the wide range of Ayurvedic programmes, some Western spa treatments are available to help you feel rested and rejuvenated. |
At Neeleshwar we practise genuine Ayurvedic treatments in the traditional way, in collaboration with the Sahayadri Foundation, one of the few 100% organic herbal medicine manufacturers in India. We take great care to ensure that all the preparations we use are completely natural and organically produced, and are sourced in a way that does not impact negatively on the environment. To do this we employ disadvantaged tribal groups in the Sahayadri mountains in Kerala, guaranteeing them stable employment, fair wages and social improvements. We operate from a menu of twenty Ayurvedic treatments, both general and localised.
The Priya Ayurvedic Spa has five spacious treatment rooms ranged around a central courtyard garden. The building has been designed along traditional lines with beautifully proportioned ceilings and elegantly carved pillars. The whole place is airy and well ventilated, with a wonderful calming atmosphere in which treatments are practised in an unhurried and quiet way. We ensure that all the preparations we use are 100% natural, organically produced and sourced in a way that does not impact negatively on the environment.
Yoga is an indispensable aid to good health and our yoga programme at the Hermitage is under the tutelage of Shri Anil Kumar.
Two types of meditation courses are available. Prana Energising Technique is taught by Anil Kumar throughout the year in 1,2, and 3 day courses. Transcendental Meditation (TM) is taught by our cultural director Alistair Shearer (when he is at the hotel) in 4, 5, and 6 days courses.
If necessary our doctor may recommend an appropriate food menu to be followed during the course of your stay.
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| Specialist Courses for visiting masters |
- with Alistair Shearer
How to gain the support of nature in your life.... CLICK FORE MORE DETAILS
A seven day course
There is a universal field of intelligence which underlies all life. Ignorance of this field results in suffering, whereas acting in harmony with it brings success and happiness into our life in a natural way, supplementing our individual efforts with the spontaneous support of others and our surroundings.
Based on traditional wisdom of the Vedic philosophy, this course will teach you an easy and enjoyable way to contact this field and enjoy the benefits. Practical techniques will be combined with an understanding of consciousness and the principles that structure body, mind and spirit, resulting in an inspiring vision of the purpose and destiny of human existence.
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Course leader
Alistair Shearer has been teaching meditation therapies around Europe for over thirty years. His translations of the key Sanskrit yoga texts such as the Yoga Sutras and the Upanishads have won acclaim from critics as various as Ram Dass, Jacob Needleman and John Updike.
Alistair is the cultural director and co-founder of Neeleshwar Hermitage, and his influence as spiritual guide to The Hermitage and its people can be felt in its tranquil atmosphere. |
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Timings
The course will run for two and half hours each day. In the morning there will be a workshop and meditation session (1 and a half hrs.) and in the afternoon yoga and pranayama practice (1 hr.). This nicely balanced routine will leave ample time to enjoy the restful environs of The Hermitage. |
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Ayurveda
Each course participant will begin their course with a personal consultation with Dr. Suma, our in-house ayurvedic doctor. This consultation will determine their particular physiological imbalances, and prescribe a personal dietary regime to be followed during the course, and personalised massage treatments, to rectify it. A recommended home programme of diet and exercise will also be given to participants at the end of the course. |
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Yoga
The yoga component of this course will be under the tutelage of Shri Anil Kumar, The Hermitage’s in-house yoga teacher. Anil has been teaching classical Ashtanga Yoga for many years and is renowned for his gentle and personally-orientated approach in teaching yoga to people of all abilities and experience. |
Programme
| Day 01 |
Arrive at Mangalore or Calicut, transfer to Neeleshwar Hermitage, welcome aarti on arrival. Meeting with your Course leader around 6pm |
| Day 02 |
am - Consultation with doctor, and orientation massage treatments.
pm - Yoga and pranayama practice |
| Day 03 |
am - Individual instruction in meditation
pm - Yoga and pranayama practice |
| Day 04 |
am - Workshop: Meditation and the nature of the mind
pm - Yoga and pranayama practice |
| Day 05 |
am - Workshop: The different levels of life
pm - Yoga and pranayama practice |
| Day 06 |
am - Workshop: The four states of consciousness
pm - Yoga and pranayama practice |
| Day 07 |
am - Workshop: Higher states of consciousness
pm - Yoga and pranayama practice |
| Day 08 |
am - Workshop: The evolution and cosmic destiny of the individual
pm - Yoga and pranayama practice |
| Day 09 |
Departure transfer |
with Dr. Alka Tyagi
Healing Practices from Yoga and Tantra.... CLICK FORE MORE DETAILS
with Dr. Alka Tyagi
In the Indian tradition, the word that describes health is ‘Svasthaya’ which is made up of ‘Sva’ (lit. self) and 'Sthita' (established). Which means: to be ' Svastha’ or healthy, is to be "established in the Self". Hence health is not mere physical health in our traditional wisdom. It is a more holistic concept which needs an individual to be so balanced on all levels (physical, mental, emotional and spiritual) that he/she is ever established in ' the Self '.
This SEVEN day programme focuses on holistic health by using ancient practices from the sciences of Yoga and Tantra and bringing them to the realms of contemporary needs and contexts. Life today constantly throws up multiple kinds of stress over which we seem to have no control. This imbalance caused by excessive mental activity manifests itself in the form of physical illnesses, emotional deprivation and spiritual unquiet.
The Yogic practices like Asanas and Pranayama, aim to begin a healing process at the physical, mental and emotional levels. And Meditations, chosen from the Tantras, aim to unburden the mind from excessive thought constructs . Lectures based on theoretical precepts given in the ancient texts, are chosen to resolve the modern conflicts that beset us due to our lack of comprehension of cosmic principles.
Therefore, each day is scheduled to include practical yoga sessions-- suited to individual health needs-- and theoretical discourses on the practical wisdom from our philosophical systems that light up the way to liberation from cycles of pain and sorrow. Major texts that would be referred to are:
1. Nine Major Upanishads
2. Patanjali's Yoga Sutra
DATES
15th to 22nd October 2011
19th to 26th November 2011
18th to 25th March 2012
PROGRAMME
Day 1: Pick up from Mangalore or Calicut airport and transfer by private car to Neeleshwar Hermitage. Arrive at the Hermitage, welcome aarti and Ayurvadic Drink, check-in the hotel, time to relax and meeting with Dr. Alka Tyagi around 6pm.
Daily Schedule from Day 2 to Day 7:
| 7:30 to 9:00 am |
Asana and Pranayama class (aims to cure common psychosomatic problems ranging from diabetes, thyroid disorders, blood pressure, migraine, insomnia, lack of concentration and focus) |
| 9:00 to 11:30 |
Bath and Breakfast |
| 11:30 to 12:30 pm |
Theory class (Ways of realizing full individual potential) |
| 12:30 to 1:00 pm |
Dynamic yoga (for instant energy and lightness of being) |
| 1:0 0 to 2:30 pm |
Lunch |
| 2:30 to 4:30 pm |
Quiet time |
| 4:30 to 5:30 pm |
Yogic Nidra (A kind of lying down meditation which is deeply relaxing and transforming, is used as a therapy for high blood pressure, insomnia and heart ailments). |
| 5:30 to 6:30 pm |
Sunset Time |
| 6:30 to 8:00 pm |
Dinner |
| 8:00 to 8:30 pm |
Trataka (Candle light meditation. An ancient practice that is used to open the ajna chakra the centre of intuitive wisdom. It also increases focus, concentration, memory and cures insomnia. ) |
| 9:00 pm |
Retire for the day |
Day 8:
After breakfast departure Transfer to the airport.
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Dr. Alka Tyagi is a renowned Yoga exponent trained at Bihar School of Yoga, Munger, Bihar, the school founded by Swami Satyananda Saraswati. She has been initiated into many advanced sadhanas (spiritual practices) of Yoga at the ashram and is an ardent practitioner. She thinks of herself as a mere medium to convey the teachings of her guru.
Besides this she has a doctoral degree on the subject, “Intersemiotic Transformations: A Study of the Poetry of Two Medieval Saints, Akka Mahadevi and Andal” from School of Arts and Aesthetics, JNU, New Delhi. She teaches English Literature at Dyal Singh (eve) College, University of Delhi. |
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She has edited Kalidasa’s Abhijnanashakuntalam and has co edited Gendered Space published by Doaba House and Shrishti Publishers respectively. Collections of her Hindi poems called Sun Ri Sakhi has been published by Surya Prakashan Mandir, Bikaner. She has read her poems on many platforms including International Poetry Festival in Florence, Italy in June, 2010 .Her poetry reflects an amalgamation of elements of Srinagar (love) and bhakti (devotion).
Recently her collection of short tales called Healing Tales which is a retelling of stories from Zen, Buddhist, Chinese and Indian oral traditions, has been published by Yash Publications, Delhi.
She also featured as the main resource person in a documentary on Indian epic, The Mahabharta, which focuses on teachings of Bhagvad Gita and their relevance to the modern world. This film was produced film makers from Holland for the Dutch Television. March 24th , 2010 and also on you tube, Alka Tyagi). |
- Fitness
& Activity
- Priya
Detox
- Tranquility
by the Sea
- Stress
Buster
- 7 Day Yoga
A unique lifestyle programme combining a delightful trek in Western Ghats, a bike ride along the Malabar Coast and the Hermitage Wellness Programme to keep you fit and glowing!
The programme includes:
- Consultation with our Ayurvedic doctor and Yoga teacher
- 4 Private Yoga classes 4 Ayurveda treatments
- 5 day Meditation course
- 1 Herbal bath One
- 3 hour trek in Ranipur Hills with guide and picnic Lunch
- One 2 hours bike ride with guide and refreshments
- 1 long walk along the beach with a member of Hermitage staff
- All Ayurveda meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) and Ayurveda drinks
- 2 ‘Healthy Eating ‘cooking classes
- Airport Transfers from Calicut or Mangalore airport
- 7 nights’ accommodation Participation in scheduled Yoga classes and lectures
- Morning signature bed-tea
- 2 hour backwaters cruise with refreshments
- Half-day visit to local Temples, Ashrams and Bekal Fort
- Complimentary visit to Theyyam performances (October to March)
and Snake Goddess Festival (1st to 7th February) Valid from 1st October to 31st March 2011.
This will consist of two treatments [one in the morning, one in the afternoon] per person, per day. The exact nature of these treatments will be decided by our in-house vaidya [ayurvedic doctor] after a personal consultation with each client to ascertain their body-type [prakriti] and particular physiological [dosha] imbalances.
Ayurveda Sessions Per Person
12 sessions / 14 night’s package: 24 sessions / 21 night’s package: 36 sessions / 28 night package: 48 sessions
- Jet-lag reviver (Sayoojya): Time: 120 minutes
The ideal antidote to long-haul travel. First, a rejuvenating oil massage increases blood circulation and lymphatic flow, relieves fatigue and soothes your mind and emotions. Then a massage with warm bundles of medicinal leaves to combat stiffness, pain and inflammation. Finally, medicated oil (or butter-milk/herbal extract) is poured gently and continuously over the forehead, together with a refreshing scalp massage.
- Soothing care (Sandwana): Time: 75 minutes
Experience the bliss of a synchronised massage. Two therapists work rhythmically in tandem to harmonise and balance the energy flow through the gross and subtle bodies. Then comes a massage with medicinal leaves processed with special medicated oils to relieve stiffness and pain, especially in the joints, followed by an herbal steam bath.
- Long life (Sanjeevani): Time: 75 minutes
Good health is the road to immortality! A rejuvenating massage enlivens the body’s natural immunity, and relieves the accumulated fatigue and emotional imbalances that accelerate the ageing process. A medicinal steam bath enhances the effects of the massage. This treatment is particularly effective in dealing with stiffness and pain in the joints, a condition familiar to all those destined to age.
- Yoga Programme
This will consist of one 45-minute yoga session each morning. Meditation component: Supplement cost Rs.5000 per person. This is also a variable option, depending on the interest of the client. Meditation is taught on a one-to-one basis, over a period of four days. All the details can be arranged between the client and the meditation instructor.
Travel balm (Swastha) Time: 105 minutes
Realign body, mind and spirit after your journey. A massage using warm oil relieves fatigue, aches and pains accumulated on the journey and returns the mind and emotions to equilibrium. Medicated oil is then rhythmically applied all over the body by two therapists in a gentle, synchronised massage.
Blissful ease (Sharirananda) Time: 65 minutes
The treatment reserved for royalty in ancient times. Medicated oil is rhythmically applied all over the body by two therapists in a gentle synchronised massage. Then warm oil (or butter-milk/herbal extract) is poured continuously over the forehead, accompanied by a gentle scalp massage. Combats arthritis, rheumatism and nervous disorders, leaving you feeling full of energy and looking younger.
Aloe Vera Facial Time: 75 minutes
Herbal foot bath Time: 30 minutes
7 night’s package: 6 sessions / 14 night’s package: 12 sessions / 21 night’s package: 18 sessions / 28 night package: 24 sessions
Synchronised abhyanga
Rejuvenating whole bodies massage using medicated oil chosen according to body-type. Performed by two therapists working in tandem, whose synchronised movements harmonise the rhythms of all the body systems while enhancing proper and balanced energy flow through the gross and subtle bodies. Abhyanga increases blood circulation, lymphatic flow, relieves fatigue and aches and pains and generally relaxes and nourishes the body and strengthens immunity. It also relaxes the mind and smoothes the emotions.
Pizhichil
Warmed and medicated oil is rhythmically squeezed from linen cloths all over the body by two therapists with a simultaneous gentle massage. This is a remedy for eliminating toxins stored in the body, that often manifest as arthritis, rheumatism, debility, nervous disorders and certain skin diseases.
Kizhy
Warm herbal bundles in cotton and medicated oils are applied to the effected area. Used to combat conditions such as stiffness, pain and inflammation, this treatment is recommended for a minimum of three days.
Nhavarakkizhi
Cloth bundles filled with a preparation of medicated rice are soaked in a decoction of nutritive medicinal herbs and milk, and then rubbed over the entire body. The effect is highly rejuvenating, and treats neurological weakness, muscle wasting, degenerative diseases and certain types of arthritis and rheumatism.
Shirodhara
In this treatment, medicated oil, chosen according to your body type, is poured continuously over the forehead in a gentle flow, accompanied by a gentle scalp massage. This delightfully soothing procedure is very effective in treating insomnia, mental stress and tiredness, anxiety, headache and migraine.
Anil has been teaching classical Hatha Yoga (Ashtanga Yoga School) for eleven years. His emphasis is always on ease and naturalness, so that the body is cultured and the nervous system refined of its impurities in a gradual and systematic way. All our yoga classes take place in the Patanjali Yoga Hall overlooking the beach.
This package comprises 7 daily classes each lasting for 80 minutes. The level will be tailored according to the experience and needs of participants.
- Loosening-up exercises
- Breathing exercises
- Yogic asanas
- Relaxation techniques
- Pranayama
There will also be a ‘Tuning into Nature’ session “A Walk along the Beach”
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