I have never done yoga. Is this for me?

Yes. Sessions are built around beginners. The teacher adjusts every pose to your body and never pushes past what feels safe.

Can I book a longer yoga retreat in Rishikesh?

Yes. For guests staying three nights or more we can build a mini-retreat with morning yoga, afternoon meditation, village walks and sattvic meals.

Riverside yoga session at Himalayan Ganga Retreat, Rishikesh

Yoga & Meditation in Rishikesh

Riverside Hatha yoga, pranayama and guided meditation at Himalayan Ganga Retreat, Shivpuri, Rishikesh. 60 to 90 minute sessions, all levels. One a day is included with a stay – or drop in as a one-off if you’re staying elsewhere.

Morning Hatha yoga class in Rishikesh by the Ganga

Yoga by the Ganga

Sessions run on the open deck at Himalayan Ganga Retreat in Shivpuri, about 16 km upstream from the main Rishikesh ghats. The river is right there. So is the silence.

Three formats, taught by Yogacharya Prakash, who has trained in Rishikesh and Mysore for fifteen years. Morning Hatha (asana, pranayama, short meditation), sunset flow (gentle vinyasa), or a pure 45 minute meditation sit. Beginners are the rule, not the exception.

Two ways to book. If you’re staying at Himalayan Ganga Retreat, sessions slot into your stay – one a day is included, more on request. If you’re staying elsewhere in Rishikesh, you can book a standalone session. Tell us where you’re based and we’ll set it up.

Three formats

Pick one, or stack them across your stay.

Morning Hatha

75 minutes. Warm-ups, sun salutations, 6-8 core asanas, pranayama, closing meditation. Best at sunrise on the river deck.

75 min · Morning

Sunset Flow

60 minutes. Slower vinyasa, focus on breath and on opening the chest and hips. A good way to land at the end of a long day.

60 min · Evening

Pure Meditation

45 minutes. Body scan, breath awareness, short silence. No yoga experience needed.

45 min · Anytime

A typical morning session

Morning Hatha, sample timings. Sunset and meditation sessions follow a similar shape, shorter.

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5:45 AM

Wake-up & warm tea

Optional hot ginger water or herbal tea on the deck. No heavy food before practice.

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6:15 AM

Centering & breath

Five minutes of stillness. Prakash brings you into the breath before any movement.

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6:30 AM

Asana practice

Sun salutations, standing poses, balances, gentle back-bends. Modified for your level.

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7:15 AM

Pranayama

Anulom-vilom, kapalbhati, a taste of bhramari. Surprisingly powerful by the river.

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7:30 AM

Closing meditation

A guided 10 minute sit, then shavasana.

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7:45 AM

Tea & breakfast

Herbal tea and a sattvic breakfast for retreat guests. Fruit, oats, granola, seasonal honey.

Why practice here

What the session gives you.

RiversideGanga deck setting

All levelsBeginners welcome

Sunrise sitEast-facing deck

15 yrs teachingRishikesh and Mysore

Small groupsNever more than 15

Retreat option3-day programmes on request

Your package at a glance

What’s included

A single yoga or meditation session by the Ganga at Himalayan Ganga Retreat.

✓Yogacharya-led group session
✓Yoga mats, blocks, bolsters, blankets
✓Herbal tea after the session
✓Take-home breathing practice
✓Open-air river deck or indoor hall
✓Personal modifications and adjustments

Not included

Extras you can arrange on request.

✗Full breakfast (separate, included for retreat guests)
✗Personal yoga wear
✗Therapeutic or medical yoga (separate consult)
✗Multi-day retreat packages (priced separately)

Gallery

From recent sessions at the retreat.

Sun salutations on a riverside deck in Rishikesh

Guided meditation by the Ganga at Himalayan Ganga Retreat

Pranayama practice on the river deck in Shivpuri, Rishikesh

Hatha yoga class facing the Ganga in Rishikesh

Quiet meditation corner with herbal tea in Rishikesh

Group yoga class on an open-air river deck in Rishikesh

Restorative yoga pose at sunrise by the Ganga, Rishikesh

Forest meditation walk near Himalayan Ganga Retreat, Rishikesh

Evening closing yoga practice on the Ganga deck in Rishikesh

Practice well

Small things that help the room and your own body.

✓ Good to do

✓Tell your teacher about any injury, pregnancy or surgery
✓Arrive five minutes early to settle in
✓Wear comfortable, stretchy clothes
✓Drink water before, not during, the session
✓Phones off from the doorway

✗ Please avoid

✗Don’t eat a heavy meal within two hours of practice
✗Don’t force any pose that causes sharp pain
✗No strong perfume – others have to breathe too
✗Avoid caffeine right before a breath practice
✗Don’t compare yourself to anyone else in the room

Frequently asked questions

I’ve never done yoga. Is this for me?

Yes. Sessions are built around beginners. Prakash adjusts every pose to your body and never pushes past what feels safe.

Is this a religious experience?

No. Classes are rooted in classical Hatha yoga but they’re secular and accessible to guests of any background. No chanting required, no rituals to follow.

Can I book without staying at Himalayan Ganga Retreat?

Yes. Standalone sessions are available for guests staying elsewhere in Rishikesh. WhatsApp +91 9528730156 with your dates and where you are staying, and we’ll set it up.

Can I book a longer retreat?

Yes. For guests staying three nights or more we can build a mini-retreat: morning yoga, afternoon meditation, village walks, and sattvic meals. Ask us and we’ll design it.

What about a private one-on-one?

Available for an additional fee. Useful for specific injuries, therapeutic work, or post-illness recovery. Book in advance.

What does it cost?

Sessions are included once a day for guests of Himalayan Ganga Retreat. For standalone bookings, WhatsApp +91 9528730156 with your dates and group size for current rates.

Roll out the mat by the Ganga

Send us your dates and group size. We’ll either fold sessions into your Himalayan Ganga Retreat stay, or set up a standalone session at your Rishikesh hotel.

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