Kriya Yoga Retreat POSITANO
Via Pestella, 118, 84017 Positano, SA, Italia
Up to 15 in group
May 26 - June 2, 2024
Retreat Highlights
- Yoga, philosophy class, workshop, guided meditation
About this Retreat
Nithin Babu Madathiparambil
15 years of yoga teaching experience. Two times National champion of Kalarippayattu.
Co-founder of Ayur Yoga Valley
Yoga & Kalarippayattu practitioner started practicing yoga from the age of 6 which connected him deeply to transformational practices. From the year 2000, he became a student of Swami Goraknath and Hariharan Gurukkal to learn Yoga, Kalarippayattu (a South Indian martial art rooted in spiritual transformation), and philosophies of various yogic systems deeper.
When he turned 16 Nithin decided to start living in the ashram to learn yoga, kalarippayattu, and Ayurveda under a disciplined lifestyle to pursue the higher results of these systems. From the age of 17, he taught in the ashram school. Where he taught hundreds of students of various age groups. During this period he was keen on observing each individual in the practice and their transformation. The traditional disciplined and regular practice and teaching experience of Yoga and Kalarippayattu gave him a greater understanding of human anatomy and physiology as well as the application of practice patterns suitable for different individuals.
2010 from the age of 20 he hosted several Yoga retreats, various trips, lectures, workshops, and seminars within and outside India.
2021 Founded Ayur Yoga Valley. A school of Yoga and ayurveda
In 2018 Nithin developed a practice program called “Pranadharanam” which is a practice to develop the ability to experience prana to access the higher Yogic practices for serious yoga practitioners or spiritual seekers.
Physiotherapist, Yoga teacher 10 yers experience, specialist in Ayurvedic medicine and Reiki therapist.
Working as a physiotherapist and evaluating many patients, she understands how important it is to maintain health before arriving on the therapist's table.
She then begins to travel the world, she arrives in India where she meets her teachers Swami Yogeshananda and Bhooma Chantaya, she spends a lot of time in the ashram where she can live according to yogic traditions. she frequently travels to India and ashrams to practice.
Her search continues and on one of her last trips she met Dr. Vivek, Ayurvedic doctor, who teaches her the basics of Ayurvedic medicine, traditional Indian medicine.
Her mission is to share and teach Yoga as a life tool to create greater awareness and awareness of one's body and mind, so that one can maintain a dynamic state of health of complete physical, mental, social and spiritual.
Details of this retreat
The KRIYA YOGA RETREAT serves as a dedicated space for individuals to undergo transformative training, purifying their bodies, nadis, and energy. This retreat aims to facilitate the purification of the mind and the reconnection with inner wisdom.
The yoga sessions will be guided by a seasoned master hailing from the heartland of yoga, India. Our practice will be imbued with the timeless wisdom and traditional essence of this ancient discipline.
The “Kriya Yoga Retreat” is designed for those who wish to take a break from the daily demands of life, reconnect to themselves, and truly rest. This programme encourages you to find your own natural rhythm and discover the joy of simplicity through yoga, meditation, self-care and connection to nature.
Lovingly curated for everybody, this programme includes the following:
Twice daily, guided meditations
Twice daily, yoga practice
Periods of silence
Nature walks
Philosophy sessions
Massages and Therapies
3 Daily delicious, freshly prepared vegetarian meals
7 nights accomodation
On arrival, you will be welcomed as a group to get to know the participants & teachers, learn about the programme, as well as information about La Selva’s stunning surroundings. You may also plan for a gentle walk by visiting the front desk, to learn about trails and points of interest in the area.
This precious time for yourself invites you to find and follow your own pace throughout the retreat. Wake up to join an early morning class and enjoy a quiet leisurely breakfast. Relax in the comfort of your cosy room, meditate on your veranda, or enjoy a walk in our beautiful grounds. This is your time.
The first day of the Kriya Yoga Retreat starts at 5 PM, with check-in at 3 PM.
This retreat will be held in English
The yoga sessions will be guided by a seasoned master hailing from the heartland of yoga, India. Our practice will be imbued with the timeless wisdom and traditional essence of this ancient discipline.
The “Kriya Yoga Retreat” is designed for those who wish to take a break from the daily demands of life, reconnect to themselves, and truly rest. This programme encourages you to find your own natural rhythm and discover the joy of simplicity through yoga, meditation, self-care and connection to nature.
Lovingly curated for everybody, this programme includes the following:
Twice daily, guided meditations
Twice daily, yoga practice
Periods of silence
Nature walks
Philosophy sessions
Massages and Therapies
3 Daily delicious, freshly prepared vegetarian meals
7 nights accomodation
On arrival, you will be welcomed as a group to get to know the participants & teachers, learn about the programme, as well as information about La Selva’s stunning surroundings. You may also plan for a gentle walk by visiting the front desk, to learn about trails and points of interest in the area.
This precious time for yourself invites you to find and follow your own pace throughout the retreat. Wake up to join an early morning class and enjoy a quiet leisurely breakfast. Relax in the comfort of your cosy room, meditate on your veranda, or enjoy a walk in our beautiful grounds. This is your time.
The first day of the Kriya Yoga Retreat starts at 5 PM, with check-in at 3 PM.
This retreat will be held in English
Schedule
PROGRAM
An example of a daily schedule
Arrival Day
15:30- 16:15 Welcoming Meeting
16:15 - 17:15 Free Time - To enjoy your own rhythm
17:30 - 19:00 Yoga Practice
19:30 - 20:30 Dinner
20:30 - 21:15 Evening Meditation
Daily Schedule
06:00 - 07:00 Light breakfast
07:00 - 07:30 Kriya
08:00 - 9:30 Morning Yoga
10:00 - 11:00 Brunch
11:00- 13:00 Philosophy class
13:00 - 16:00 Free Time - To enjoy your own rhythm
16:00 - 17:00 Workshop
17:30 - 19:00 Evening Yoga
19:30 - 20:30 Dinner
21:00 - 21:30 Chanting Meditation
Departure Day
10:00 - 11:00 Brunch
11.00 - 12.00 Closing Meeting
An example of a daily schedule
Arrival Day
15:30- 16:15 Welcoming Meeting
16:15 - 17:15 Free Time - To enjoy your own rhythm
17:30 - 19:00 Yoga Practice
19:30 - 20:30 Dinner
20:30 - 21:15 Evening Meditation
Daily Schedule
06:00 - 07:00 Light breakfast
07:00 - 07:30 Kriya
08:00 - 9:30 Morning Yoga
10:00 - 11:00 Brunch
11:00- 13:00 Philosophy class
13:00 - 16:00 Free Time - To enjoy your own rhythm
16:00 - 17:00 Workshop
17:30 - 19:00 Evening Yoga
19:30 - 20:30 Dinner
21:00 - 21:30 Chanting Meditation
Departure Day
10:00 - 11:00 Brunch
11.00 - 12.00 Closing Meeting
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
KRIYA YOGA RETREAT, Via Pestella, 118, 84017 Positano, SA, Italia
Directions
La Selva is only reachable by foot, a 15 minute walk from a pathway sloping down from Montepertuso just above Positano, or 25 minutes walk up from the main road s.s.163, just after the Sponda crossroads on the left if heading towards Amalfi. Just follow the wooden signs pointing to ‘Associazione La Selva’. We also have available a cableway to transport luggage up from the road, located at the Vallone Porto on the s.s.163.
By Car
If arriving from the Florence-Naples motorway be careful as the directions are not clear. Once passing the Naples toll gate. After about 10 Kms towards Salerno-Reggia Calabria you need to come off at Castellamare di Stabia and follow signs for Sorrento. ( Avoid the signs for the Costiera Amalfitana which will take you the long way round). Pass through the town of Meta and follow the directions to Positano 12kms. At the beginning of Positano follow the signs to Montepertuso (3kms). You can park under the football pitch campo sportivo (in the white lines non residents) or on the road being careful to leave enough room for other cars and buses to pass by. Walk around the left side of the football p itch and you will find the wooden signs that will lead you to La Selva. A 15 minute walk and you’ve arrived!
By plane.
From Naples airport take the bus ‘Autolinee Curreri’ to Sorrento. At Sorrento station change buses to the SITA line Sorrento-Amalfi. Get off the SITA at the stop ‘Positano-La Sponda and walk for about 50m in the direction of Amalfi where on the left you will find the wooden sign that will direct you to Associazione La Selva. From here it is a 20 minute walk uphill.
By train
From Naples Central station a take the Circumvesuviana train and get off at either a Meta or Sorrento and take the SITA bus.
We advise you not to arrive too late in the evening as transport links are rare and you would have to walk in the dark. We advise you to bring a torch to use when walking at night.
By Car
If arriving from the Florence-Naples motorway be careful as the directions are not clear. Once passing the Naples toll gate. After about 10 Kms towards Salerno-Reggia Calabria you need to come off at Castellamare di Stabia and follow signs for Sorrento. ( Avoid the signs for the Costiera Amalfitana which will take you the long way round). Pass through the town of Meta and follow the directions to Positano 12kms. At the beginning of Positano follow the signs to Montepertuso (3kms). You can park under the football pitch campo sportivo (in the white lines non residents) or on the road being careful to leave enough room for other cars and buses to pass by. Walk around the left side of the football p itch and you will find the wooden signs that will lead you to La Selva. A 15 minute walk and you’ve arrived!
By plane.
From Naples airport take the bus ‘Autolinee Curreri’ to Sorrento. At Sorrento station change buses to the SITA line Sorrento-Amalfi. Get off the SITA at the stop ‘Positano-La Sponda and walk for about 50m in the direction of Amalfi where on the left you will find the wooden sign that will direct you to Associazione La Selva. From here it is a 20 minute walk uphill.
By train
From Naples Central station a take the Circumvesuviana train and get off at either a Meta or Sorrento and take the SITA bus.
We advise you not to arrive too late in the evening as transport links are rare and you would have to walk in the dark. We advise you to bring a torch to use when walking at night.
Accommodation
La Selva is made up of high-quality, cosy rooms that can accommodate up to 15 guests. We offer a wide range of accommodation to suit your budget and needs – from shared, dormitory-style rooms to premium single rooms overlooking the gardens or stunning Amalfi coast. La Selva was conceived according to Feng Shui’s cornerstones of harmony and balance. Each space is designed to make you feel comfortable and at home – whether you’re sipping a mug of ginger tea on the terrace or savouring a lovingly prepared vegetarian meal in the dining room. At times you may want to mingle and chat with other guests, and at other times you may prefer moments of quiet and introspection. There is a space and a time for every mood at La Selva.
Shared Room
Private Double Room
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
La Selva stands as a realm where nature holds sway. In this pristine locale, offering a mesmerizing panorama of the Positano sea, a social promotion association emerged in March 2002, aptly named La Selva. The association's central hub resides within an age-old rural dwelling, accessible solely by foot via two distinct paths. Nestled amidst the untamed beauty of the Mediterranean scrub, rocky cliffs, and inviting grassy terraces, it provides a serene haven.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Our vegetables and fruit are grown "according to nature" without using any chemical products.
What's Included
- 7 nights accomodation
- 3 vegetarian meals a day
- 4 daily classes
- Kriya practice a day (and deeper practice if required)
- Welcoming/closing meeting
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Transfers
- Massages and Therapies
