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Yoga and Osteopathy Retreat: Daily Yoga and Treatments with Nicolas Philippon
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Yoga and Osteopathy Retreat: Daily Yoga and Treatments with Nicolas Philippon
4.333 reviews
Up to 6 in group
November 1 - 6, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Daily yoga classes, group meditation, lectures and vegetarian meals
- Osteopathic consultation and evaluation on Monday
- Three consecutive days of 90-minute osteopathic treatments, about 5 hours of care in all
- A daily check for physical restrictions, such as stiffness, that can limit your yoga postures
- Treatments adapted to yoga, so you release tension and then work with it in your asanas
- A small group of 5 to 6 participants
- Taught by Nicolas Philippon, osteopath since 2016 and a Sivananda-trained yoga teacher
About this Retreat
Details of this retreat
Come participate in this unique retreat and enjoy the combined benefits of an integral yoga practice (yoga classes, group meditation, conferences, vegetarian meals and meditative walks) as well as daily osteopathic treatments adapted to the practice of Yoga.
You will benefit from osteopathic care spread over 5 hours, three days of consecutive 90-minute treatments, in addition to the consultation and examination on the first day. The retreat aims to improve not only your yoga practice, but also includes a daily clinical assessment to identify physical restrictions, including lack of flexibility, that could limit your yoga postures. The retreat is designed to help you release physical tension through personalized osteopathic care while progressing in this release through asanas.
Who is this retreat for?
This unique retreat is for anyone interested in overall health, wellness and the mind-body connection. Whether you are a yoga practitioner or simply curious about the benefits of gentle and natural osteopathic treatments, this retreat offers an ideal opportunity to improve your physical and mental health, while deepening your yoga practice in a serene and caring setting.
Osteopathy
Osteopathy is an approach of gentle manual techniques aimed at maximizing the patient's health so that the body functions optimally. Osteopathic treatments also aim to reduce pain, spasms, and inflammation, while improving flexibility and bodily functions. Osteopathy is recognized for its effectiveness against chronic pain, often caused by musculoskeletal disorders. Patients frequently see immediate improvements in their condition and well-being immediately after a first session.
Nicolas Philippon, Osteopath
Nicolas Philippon, osteopath since 2016, also completed training in chiropractic in 2004. However, he chose to specialize solely in osteopathic care, which he also integrated into the practice of yoga. Coming from a family where his father is also a chiropractor, Nicolas has always been passionate about manual body care techniques. He trained as a yoga teacher at the Sivananda center in 1988 and has been offering highly appreciated osteopathic treatments since 2019 at the Sivananda Yoga Camp in Val Morin as well as in several other locations.
Schedule :
Arrival: Sunday November 1st at 3 p.m.
Departure: Friday November 6th at 11 a.m.
Monday to Thursday
Yoga and meditation program
6:00 a.m.: satsang (meditation, mantra chanting, conference, Arati (light ceremony)
8:00 a.m.: yoga class
10:00 a.m.: vegetarian meal
12:00: conference
4:00 p.m.: yoga classes
6:00 p.m.: vegetarian meal
7:30 p.m.: satsang (meditation, mantra chanting, conference, Arati (light ceremony)
Osteopathic treatment
Monday: consultation and osteopathic evaluation
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: Osteopathy treatment every day according to available times
Friday: possibility of additional treatments: massage or osteopathy
Number of participants: minimum 5, maximum 6
Yoga et Ostéopathie avec Nicolas Philippon, Ostéopathe
Du 1er au 6 novembre 2026
Venez participer à cette retraite unique et profitez des bienfaits combinés d’une pratique de yoga intégral (classes de yoga, méditation en groupe, conférences, repas végétariens et marches méditatives) ainsi que des traitements quotidiens d’ostéopathie adaptés à la pratique de Yoga.
Vous bénéficierez de soins ostéopathiques répartis sur 5 heures, trois jours de soins consécutifs de 90 minutes, en plus de la consultation et examen la première journée. La retraite vise à améliorer non seulement votre pratique du yoga, mais inclus aussi une évaluation clinique quotidienne permettant de déceler les restrictions physiques, notamment le manque de souplesse, qui pourraient limiter vos postures de yoga. La retraite est conçue pour vous aider à relâcher les tensions physiques par des soins ostéopathique personnalisé tout en progressant dans ce relâchement par les asanas.
À qui s'adresse cette retraite?
Cette retraite unique s'adresse à toutes les personnes intéressées par la santé globale, le bien-être et la connexion corps-esprit. Que vous soyez pratiquant de yoga ou simplement curieux des bienfaits des soins ostéopathiques doux et naturels, cette retraite offre une occasion idéale d'améliorer votre santé physique et mentale, tout en approfondissant votre pratique du yoga dans un cadre serein et bienveillant.
L'Ostéopathie
L'ostéopathie est une approche de techniques manuelle douce visant à maximiser la santé du patient afin que le corps fonctionne de manière optimale. Les traitements ostéopathiques visent également à réduire la douleur, les spasmes, et l'inflammation, tout en améliorant la flexibilité et les fonctions corporelles. L'ostéopathie est reconnue pour son efficacité contre la douleur chronique, souvent causée par des troubles musculosquelettiques. Les patients constatent fréquemment des améliorations immédiates de leur condition et dans leurs bien-être immédiatement après une première séance.
Nicolas Philippon, Ostéopathe
Nicolas Philippon, ostéopathe depuis 2016, a également complété une formation en chiropractie en 2004. Cependant, il a choisi de se spécialiser uniquement dans les soins ostéopathiques, qu'il a aussi intégrés à la pratique du yoga. Issu d'une famille où son père est aussi chiropraticien, Nicolas a toujours été passionné par les techniques manuelles de soins corporels. Il a suivi une formation de professeur de yoga au centre Sivananda en 1988 et offre depuis 2019 des soins d'ostéopathie très appréciés au Camp de Yoga Sivananda a Val Morin ainsi que dans plusieurs autres lieux.
Horaire :
Arrivée : Dimanche 1er novembre à 15h
Départ : vendredi 6 novembre à 11h
Lundi au jeudi
Programme de yoga et méditation
6h00: satsang (méditation, chants de mantras, conférence, Arati (cérémonie de la lumière)
8h00 : classe de yoga
10h00 : repas végétarien
12 :00 : conférence
16h00 : classes de yoga
18h00 : repas végétarien
19h30 : satsang (meditation, chants de mantras, conférence, Arati (cérémonie de la lumière)
Traitement ostéopathique
Lundi : consultation et évaluation ostéopathique.
Mardi, mercredi et jeudi : Un traitement d’ostéopathie chaque jour selon horaire disponible
Vendredi : possibilité de soin additionnel, massage ou ostéopathie
Nombre de participants: 5 minimum, 6 maximum
You will benefit from osteopathic care spread over 5 hours, three days of consecutive 90-minute treatments, in addition to the consultation and examination on the first day. The retreat aims to improve not only your yoga practice, but also includes a daily clinical assessment to identify physical restrictions, including lack of flexibility, that could limit your yoga postures. The retreat is designed to help you release physical tension through personalized osteopathic care while progressing in this release through asanas.
Who is this retreat for?
This unique retreat is for anyone interested in overall health, wellness and the mind-body connection. Whether you are a yoga practitioner or simply curious about the benefits of gentle and natural osteopathic treatments, this retreat offers an ideal opportunity to improve your physical and mental health, while deepening your yoga practice in a serene and caring setting.
Osteopathy
Osteopathy is an approach of gentle manual techniques aimed at maximizing the patient's health so that the body functions optimally. Osteopathic treatments also aim to reduce pain, spasms, and inflammation, while improving flexibility and bodily functions. Osteopathy is recognized for its effectiveness against chronic pain, often caused by musculoskeletal disorders. Patients frequently see immediate improvements in their condition and well-being immediately after a first session.
Nicolas Philippon, Osteopath
Nicolas Philippon, osteopath since 2016, also completed training in chiropractic in 2004. However, he chose to specialize solely in osteopathic care, which he also integrated into the practice of yoga. Coming from a family where his father is also a chiropractor, Nicolas has always been passionate about manual body care techniques. He trained as a yoga teacher at the Sivananda center in 1988 and has been offering highly appreciated osteopathic treatments since 2019 at the Sivananda Yoga Camp in Val Morin as well as in several other locations.
Schedule :
Arrival: Sunday November 1st at 3 p.m.
Departure: Friday November 6th at 11 a.m.
Monday to Thursday
Yoga and meditation program
6:00 a.m.: satsang (meditation, mantra chanting, conference, Arati (light ceremony)
8:00 a.m.: yoga class
10:00 a.m.: vegetarian meal
12:00: conference
4:00 p.m.: yoga classes
6:00 p.m.: vegetarian meal
7:30 p.m.: satsang (meditation, mantra chanting, conference, Arati (light ceremony)
Osteopathic treatment
Monday: consultation and osteopathic evaluation
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: Osteopathy treatment every day according to available times
Friday: possibility of additional treatments: massage or osteopathy
Number of participants: minimum 5, maximum 6
Yoga et Ostéopathie avec Nicolas Philippon, Ostéopathe
Du 1er au 6 novembre 2026
Venez participer à cette retraite unique et profitez des bienfaits combinés d’une pratique de yoga intégral (classes de yoga, méditation en groupe, conférences, repas végétariens et marches méditatives) ainsi que des traitements quotidiens d’ostéopathie adaptés à la pratique de Yoga.
Vous bénéficierez de soins ostéopathiques répartis sur 5 heures, trois jours de soins consécutifs de 90 minutes, en plus de la consultation et examen la première journée. La retraite vise à améliorer non seulement votre pratique du yoga, mais inclus aussi une évaluation clinique quotidienne permettant de déceler les restrictions physiques, notamment le manque de souplesse, qui pourraient limiter vos postures de yoga. La retraite est conçue pour vous aider à relâcher les tensions physiques par des soins ostéopathique personnalisé tout en progressant dans ce relâchement par les asanas.
À qui s'adresse cette retraite?
Cette retraite unique s'adresse à toutes les personnes intéressées par la santé globale, le bien-être et la connexion corps-esprit. Que vous soyez pratiquant de yoga ou simplement curieux des bienfaits des soins ostéopathiques doux et naturels, cette retraite offre une occasion idéale d'améliorer votre santé physique et mentale, tout en approfondissant votre pratique du yoga dans un cadre serein et bienveillant.
L'Ostéopathie
L'ostéopathie est une approche de techniques manuelle douce visant à maximiser la santé du patient afin que le corps fonctionne de manière optimale. Les traitements ostéopathiques visent également à réduire la douleur, les spasmes, et l'inflammation, tout en améliorant la flexibilité et les fonctions corporelles. L'ostéopathie est reconnue pour son efficacité contre la douleur chronique, souvent causée par des troubles musculosquelettiques. Les patients constatent fréquemment des améliorations immédiates de leur condition et dans leurs bien-être immédiatement après une première séance.
Nicolas Philippon, Ostéopathe
Nicolas Philippon, ostéopathe depuis 2016, a également complété une formation en chiropractie en 2004. Cependant, il a choisi de se spécialiser uniquement dans les soins ostéopathiques, qu'il a aussi intégrés à la pratique du yoga. Issu d'une famille où son père est aussi chiropraticien, Nicolas a toujours été passionné par les techniques manuelles de soins corporels. Il a suivi une formation de professeur de yoga au centre Sivananda en 1988 et offre depuis 2019 des soins d'ostéopathie très appréciés au Camp de Yoga Sivananda a Val Morin ainsi que dans plusieurs autres lieux.
Horaire :
Arrivée : Dimanche 1er novembre à 15h
Départ : vendredi 6 novembre à 11h
Lundi au jeudi
Programme de yoga et méditation
6h00: satsang (méditation, chants de mantras, conférence, Arati (cérémonie de la lumière)
8h00 : classe de yoga
10h00 : repas végétarien
12 :00 : conférence
16h00 : classes de yoga
18h00 : repas végétarien
19h30 : satsang (meditation, chants de mantras, conférence, Arati (cérémonie de la lumière)
Traitement ostéopathique
Lundi : consultation et évaluation ostéopathique.
Mardi, mercredi et jeudi : Un traitement d’ostéopathie chaque jour selon horaire disponible
Vendredi : possibilité de soin additionnel, massage ou ostéopathie
Nombre de participants: 5 minimum, 6 maximum
Schedule
Sunday 3:00 pm Arrival and check-in
6:00 am Satsang (meditation, mantra chanting, talk, Arati light ceremony)
8:00 am Yoga class
10:00 am Vegetarian meal
12:00 pm Conference
Tuesday to Thursday: osteopathic treatment (90 minutes), time set individually with Nicolas
4:00 pm Yoga class
6:00 pm Vegetarian meal
7:30 pm Satsang (meditation, mantra chanting, talk, Arati light ceremony)
Friday 11:00 am Departure
6:00 am Satsang (meditation, mantra chanting, talk, Arati light ceremony)
8:00 am Yoga class
10:00 am Vegetarian meal
12:00 pm Conference
Tuesday to Thursday: osteopathic treatment (90 minutes), time set individually with Nicolas
4:00 pm Yoga class
6:00 pm Vegetarian meal
7:30 pm Satsang (meditation, mantra chanting, talk, Arati light ceremony)
Friday 11:00 am Departure
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Directions
By car: take Route 15 North from Montreal to Exit 76 (Val-David, Val-Morin), then Route 117 North for 200 metres and turn right toward Val-Morin. Follow the blue road signs for "Camp Yoga Sivananda".
From Montreal-Trudeau airport (YUL), the drive takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
By bus: take the 747 bus from the airport to downtown Montreal, then Autobus Galland from the Montreal bus terminal Berri-UQAM to Val-Morin.
Reception can pick you up at the Val-Morin bus station: call 819-322-3226 ext 314 or write to yogacampreception@sivananda.org.
From Montreal-Trudeau airport (YUL), the drive takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
By bus: take the 747 bus from the airport to downtown Montreal, then Autobus Galland from the Montreal bus terminal Berri-UQAM to Val-Morin.
Reception can pick you up at the Val-Morin bus station: call 819-322-3226 ext 314 or write to yogacampreception@sivananda.org.
Accommodation
Single rooms in the Lodge have a bed, a chair, shelving and a private bathroom, or a shared bathroom at a lower price. Double rooms have an armoire and a private bathroom with a shower. We also have shared rooms with 3 to 4 beds and, from June to September, a dormitory with curtained cubicles. In summer you can pitch your own tent on the wooded grounds. Check-in is at 3 pm and check-out at 11 am.
Lodge Single plus
Les chambres de cette catégorie sont dotées d'une salle de bain privée, d'un lit simple, d'un bureau et d'une chaise ainsi que d'une grande armoire. Elles sont spacieuses, douillettes et confortables. Elles sont situées dans le Lodge, où se trouvent également la réception, la bibliothèque, la salle à dîner et la boutique ainsi que les 15 autres chambres que nous offrons dans ce bâtiment. Le bâtiment principal a été conçu dans le respect de l’écologie pour un confort optimal : murs de paille crépis, chauffage radiant au plancher, mezzanine ensoleillée, terrasses extérieures avec vue sur les jardins.
The rooms in this category have a private bathroom, a single bed, a desk and a chair as well as a large wardrobe. They are spacious, cozy and comfortable. These rooms are located in the main LODGE, where you can find the reception, the library, the dining room and the shop as well as the other 15 rooms we offer in this building. It is a comfortable ecological building made of straw bales. The underfloor heating system diffuses heat evenly throughout. The building has a comfortable seating area and roof terraces overlooking the gardens where guests can enjoy the outdoors when the weather permits.
PanchaKarma Single Plus
Les chambres de cette catégorie sont dotées d’une salle de bain privée, d’un lit simple, d’un bureau et d’une chaise ainsi que d’une grande armoire. Elles sont spacieuses, douillettes et confortables. Ces chambres sont situées à la clinique ayurvédique Panchakarma qui est un peu plus loin, près de la forêt et l’espace est partagé avec seulement 4 autres chambres qui offre plus de tranquillité.
The rooms in this category have a private bathroom, a single bed, a desk and a chair as well as a large wardrobe. They are spacious, cozy and comfortable. These rooms are located the Ayurvedic Panchakarma clinic which is a little further back, near the forest and the space is shared with only 4 other rooms which offers more tranquility.
Chambre privée (salle de bain partagée) / Single room (shared bathroom)
Les 4 chambres sont confortables et accueillantes avec une armoire. La salle de bain est partagée sur l'étage avec un maximum de 4 personnes. La bâtiment Ayurvédique située un peu plus loin, près de la forêt et l’espace est partagé avec seulement 4 autres chambres qui offre plus de tranquillité.
The 4 rooms are cosy and warm, with an armoire. The bathroom and shower are shared with a maximum of 4 people. These rooms are located the Ayurvedic clinic whisch is a little further back, near the forest and the space is shared with only 4 other rooms which offers more tranquility.
Chambre privée / Single
Les chambres de cette catégories sont comfortables et accueillantes avec une armoire et une salle de bain privée. Elles comprennent 2 lits simples mais peuvent être réservées en occupation simple. Elles se situent dans le Lodge principal. Dans ce pavillon se trouvent aussi la réception, le sauna, la bilbiothèque, la boutique et la salle à manger. Le bâtiment principal a été conçu dans le respect de l’écologie pour un confort optimal : murs de paille crépis, chauffage radiant au plancher, mezzanine ensoleillée, terrasses extérieures avec vue sur les jardins.
The rooms are cosy and warm, with an armoire, private bathroom and shower. They have 2 beds but can be booked in single occupancy. There are in the Main Lodge. The Lodge is in the same building as the reception, the sauna, the library, the boutique and the dining room. It is a comfortable ecological building made of straw bales. The underfloor heating system diffuses heat evenly throughout. The building has a comfortable seating area and roof terraces overlooking the gardens where guests can enjoy the outdoors when the weather permits.
Chambre partagée (2 lits) / Double room (2 beds)
Dans ce pavillon se trouvent aussi la réception, le sauna et la salle à manger. Le bâtiment a été conçu dans le respect de l’écologie pour un confort optimal : murs de paille crépis, chauffage radiant au plancher, mezzanine ensoleillée, terrasses extérieures avec vue sur les jardins. Les chambres doubles de la Lodge se partagent à deux et sont douillettes. Chacune d’entre elle comprend 2 lits simples, une armoire et une salle de bain privée.
The Lodge is in the same building as the Reception, the sauna and the dining room. It is a comfortable ecological building made of straw bales. The underfloor heating system diffuses heat evenly throughout. The building has a comfortable seating area and roof terraces overlooking the gardens where guests can enjoy the outdoors when the weather permits. The double rooms in the Lodge are each shared by two people. Each room has two single beds, armoire and a private bathroom.
Chambre partagée (4 lits) / Quad (4 beds) - MINIMUM 2 P./ RESERVATION
Dans une chambre partagée au lodge, il y a deux lits à deux étages, pour un total de 4 personnes du même sexe. Les chambres sont comfortables et accueillantes avec une armoire et une salle de bain privée. Réservations disponibles seulement pour un groupe de 2 personnes au minimum participant au même programme. Dans ce pavillon se trouvent aussi la réception, le sauna, la bibliothèque, la boutique et la salle à manger. Le bâtiment a été conçu dans le respect de l’écologie pour un confort optimal : murs de paille crépis, chauffage radiant au plancher, mezzanine ensoleillée, terrasses extérieures avec vue sur les jardins.
The shared rooms in the lodge consist of two sets of bunk beds, and can be filled with up to four people (same sex accommodation). The rooms are cosy and warm, with an armoire, private bathroom and shower. Booking available only for a minimum of 2 people group coming for the same program. The Lodge is in the same building as the reception, the sauna, the library, the boutique and the dining room. It is a comfortable ecological building made of straw bales. The underfloor heating system diffuses heat evenly throughout. The building has a comfortable seating area and roof terraces overlooking the gardens where guests can enjoy the outdoors when the weather permits.
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
The ashram sits on wooded land in the Laurentian Mountains, about an hour from Montreal, with forest trails down to the lake, a wood-fired sauna and an outdoor pool in summer. When the weather allows, yoga classes are held outdoors on the platform by the pond, otherwise in the Mataji Hall or the Annapoorna Building. The Lodge, an ecological straw-bale building with underfloor heating, holds the reception, the library, the sauna and the dining room.
Daily schedule
06:00am Satsang (Meditation, Kirtan Chanting, Lecture, or Silent Walk)
08:00am Asanas and Pranayama (All-Lervels Yoga Class)
10:00am Vegetarian Brunch
11:00am Karma Yoga (Selfless Service)
04:00pm Asanas and Pranayama (All-Levels Yoga Class)
06:00pm Vegetarian Dinner
07:30pm Satsang (Meditation, Kirtan chanting and Lecture)
Programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Daily schedule
06:00am Satsang (Meditation, Kirtan Chanting, Lecture, or Silent Walk)
08:00am Asanas and Pranayama (All-Lervels Yoga Class)
10:00am Vegetarian Brunch
11:00am Karma Yoga (Selfless Service)
04:00pm Asanas and Pranayama (All-Levels Yoga Class)
06:00pm Vegetarian Dinner
07:30pm Satsang (Meditation, Kirtan chanting and Lecture)
Programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
We serve two vegetarian meals a day, brunch at 10 am and dinner at 6 pm, balanced and nourishing with plenty of local vegetables. Following yogic tradition, our kitchen does not use meat, fish, eggs, garlic or onions. Alcohol, tobacco and drugs are not allowed at the ashram.
What's Included
- 5 nights of accommodation in the room type you choose
- Two vegetarian meals a day (brunch and dinner)
- Osteopathic consultation and evaluation with Nicolas Philippon
- Three osteopathic treatments of 90 minutes each
- Yoga classes, satsangs (meditation, mantra chanting, talk, Arati light ceremony) and a daily conference
- Use of the grounds, the trails and the wood-fired sauna
What's Not Included
- Transport to the ashram
- Shuttle from the Val-Morin bus station (arrange it with reception)
- Massage or osteopathy treatments beyond those in the program
- Ayurveda treatments booked at reception
- Laundry (coin-operated)
- Boutique purchases
- A yoga mat (please bring your own)
Customer Reviews
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Love the yoga, the food and the people I meet.... But please :
The Sivananda Val-Morin Center is well located, surrounded by plenty of land to roam and meditate. The yoga sessions are good, but repetitive and that is the Sivananda way. The Satsang is good and the speeches are interesting / informative. The food is GENEROUS and usually quite tasty ! But venerating of ''Vishnu''devananda should be removed from the beginning and ending of each yoga session. it is disturbing to me. His pictures should be removed from everywhere. There should be a sign outdoors to warn that Vishnu devananda's pictures still are hanging on the walls that is a big NO NO for anybody looking for inner peace, which is the sole purpose of yoga. Feeling safe and I think more respect should be shown towards the victims. Nobody wants to venerate ''JAI'' a predator. So very sad because I love the place but it's hard to dissociate the negative from the positive.
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The Gift
At first I found the routine quite difficult, but like other retreats, I was settled in by day two. Fairly repetitive which is no coincidence. I was lucky enough to have 5 days there and even though the huge hours put in daily and the five thirty wake up, I had far more energy than usual. Call it prana? The food was excellent and the small group of friends I made had our daily ritual of a noon sauna. The staff were focused and open, some more than others but on the whole, a good team. The last Friday morning yoga class was devine in the fall air and first rays of sunshine. I intend to make this a yearly event. Nameste. 🙏
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