Study in full-time residence with our YOGA ECOLOGY STUDY IN RESIDENCE 1-MONTH PROGRAM

​Designed for those who yearn to EMBODY the authentic teachings of Yoga.
6 Program Intakes for 2022:
  • Intake 1: June 1 - 29
  • Intake 2: June 22 - July 2
  • Intake 3: July 6 - August 3
  • Intake 4: July 27 - August 26
  • Intake 5: August 15 - September 14
  • Intake 6: September 7 - October 9

What is an Ashram Life Residency?

Transformational Ashram Life Residencies are for people who are ready for a shift. To go deeper,  to EMBODY the teachings, not just learn them.   Ishtadev Niwas provides an environment for you to explore the Self through Yogic Lifestyle and Practices.  All of our residencies are rooted in the practical teachings of Yoga Ecology with many of the activities centring around growing and harvesting food, baking bread in the wood-fired oven and working with the fibre animals in the many processes of making yarn. 

Often it is only after we have stepped on the "path" that we realize how deep this experience of life can be.  Our transformational immersions create a perfect setting to dive deep into the Self, and explore the essence of your being. 

Learning the skills and techniques to live a Yogic lifestyle is a fundamental practice of being a "Yogi" or a Yoga practitioner.  Ashram Life Residencies through teachings of Yoga Ecology are the platforms that gives people an opportunity to have a direct experience that they can then assimilate into their day-to-day reality. 

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After my residency at the Ashram, my heart is full and I am more at peace than I have been in a long time.  The Karma Yoga lifestyle at 'Niwas has been life-changing and was just what my soul was yearning for.

Michelle

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An outstanding place for supported personal and spiritual growth, accompanied by knowledgeable teachers and a beautiful Rocky Mountain setting.  Ishtadev Niwas is a great pace to retreat and truly implement the practice and teachings of Yoga.

Matt

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I spent my time at 'Niwas diving deeeeep.  But I left with so much more!  A home.  A lineage to anchor into.  A teacher to turn to.  A Community.  I left with such joy.  I received so much.  My container has been filled to the brim.

Meghan

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I have attended numerous classes and retreats and have practiced Karma Yoga at 'Niwas throughout the past year.  Profound transformation has unfolded and I have been taught practices and rituals that have helped me tremendously to navigate the ups and downs of life in a state of joy instead of stress.  At 'Niwas, I have found a community of like-minded individuals that thrive to delve deep into a journey of awakening.

Liz

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Check out our PODCAST about living a Yogic Lifestyle,  and hear from some of our residents.  ​​

Ashram Life is about embodying Yoga.

With Ashram Life Residencies you will receive:

  • Full accommodation and nutritious vegetarian and Yogic meals for each night at Ishtadev Niwas Ashram
  • Intimate Yogic training with a maximum of 11 (adult) students per residency
  • Daily Mantra and Puja
  • Yoga Ecology Philosophy teachings
  • Karma Yoga Philosophy and practice including a Karma Yoga Manual and Daily Spiritual Diary
  • ​Regular Satsang and/or Program
  • One-on-One Teaching and Support 

What does a typical day look like at the Ashram?

Here is a sample schedule for residencies. Each residency or retreat has its own nuances to the daily timetable in order to create an optimal retreat experience, however this sample schedule offers insight into daily Ashram life.

5.45am - Personal or Group Asana Practice
6.30am - Mantra chanting (slightly later on weekends) 
​7.00am - Breakfast
7.30am - Animals/Farm
8.30am - Karma Yoga intro/allocation and set up. 9am – Karma Yoga
12.00pm - Lunch 
1.00pm - Karma Yoga 
3.00pm - Chai time (20 mins) 
4.30pm - Clean-up for the day 
5.00pm - Havan 
6.00pm - Dinner 
7.00pm - Personal time (please make sure that all noise is concluded by 9pm so that guests and residents can rest for the next day) 
Find your value.

Yoga Ecology Study in Residence 1-month Program Pricing

Pricing for Month-long Study in Residence Programs are $2,560 + gst for Living Yoga Society Members* HOWEVER Karma to Dharma Members receive 40% off this rate.   ​
  • The Foundations in Yoga Ecology Retreat qualifies as a 40% off weekend retreat for "Karma to Dharma" Members. To learn more about the "Karma to Dharma" Online Course and Community see here. 
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Pricing includes:  Karma Yoga Manual and Spiritual Diary, all on-site coursework and teachings, guided Mantra, morning Asana, Havans, meals, accommodation, Karma Yoga instruction, Yoga Ecology teachings. 

1-month and longer term stays are welcome for sincere seekers.

Pre-requisites for 1-month programs and long-term stays include: Chakra Sadhana Immersion and at least 4 weeks of Karma Yoga training with a trained teacher.  Ishtadev Niwas welcomes people from all walks of life who are interested in long-term training in living a Yogic lifestyle.  An application is required and generally, long-term applicants require some previous Karma Yoga and/or residency training.  Longer-term Ashram Life Residencies are ideal for those sincere seekers looking to dive deeper.
Please see all Program Cancellation & Refund Policies here.

Questions about the Week-long or Longer-term Residencies?

Write us here and we will have our Residency Coordinator contact you within 1-2 business days.