Location: Varkala
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Let the beautiful coastal town of Varkala melt your worries and tensions away. Varkala’s peaceful seaside cliffs adjoin the Arabian Sea, setting the scene for several water spouts and wellness spas. The waters lapping at Papanasam beach are considered to have holy, sin-cleansing properties, and the nearby Ayurveda treatment center will cleanse what the ocean missed.
Restaurants in Varkala
1. Sanjeevani Ayurveda and Yoga Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 157 reviews
We offer good and quality ayurveda treatments.
Reviewed By Prestipinochiara
I’ve been to Doctor Manoj during my holiday. I’ve been under his and his team treatments for a week with great results for both my mind and body . The atmosphere is very professional but also friendly. The staff is very experienced and kind . I’ve loved the massages, especially the Shirodara of Sabita, the lady that cared of me during my staying . She is very kind and experienced. Doctor Manoj is very prepared and nice person. I’ll be back for sure and I recommend this place to everyone want to experience the Real Indian Ayurveda in Varkala .
2. Rama School of Yoga
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 62 reviews
Rama School of Yoga registered in Yoga alliance USA. conducts Five Yoga Teacher Training Programs in Varkala Kerala India each year, specializing in 200 Hour Yoga Teacher's Training in various styles such as Ashtanga Vinyasa and Hatha Yoga. 200 hr - Hatha Yoga Teacher Training 200hr Ashtanga Vinyasa Teacher Training Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat
Reviewed By cbebla - Syracuse, United States
Rama School of Yoga If you want to do your teacher training program in paradise this is the program for you. I attended the 200 Hour Ashtanga Vinyassa and Hatha Teacher Training Program at the Rama School of Yoga in Febuary 2020. It is truly difficult to find words to describe my extraordinary experience. Overall the experience was beyond anything I could have ever imagined. It was a complete mental, physical and spiritual journey. The transformation during this teacher training will always be with me. I could not have fathomed the tremendous amount of knowledge I gained. Rather than tire from the intense challenging schedule I grew more and more enthusiastic and passionate with each passing day. Before long a spark was ignited and now I behold a deep burning eternal flame to forever be a student and teacher of yoga the rest of my days. Through daily Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyassa practice I discovered physical abilities I never dreamt of being capable of. Amidst all of this was compassion, love and kindness among fellow students and our beloved teacher Rama. Our true treasures are the lasting friendships, the birth of our love of teaching and the empowerment to do and become anything. With all this and so much more I became a yogi and my heart grew ten times. As I learned and continued to grow each day my love of yoga and its beautiful philosophy deepened. You will learn the yogi life and spirit. You will be challenged again and again and will learn advanced Hatha practice and the intense Ashtanga Vinyassa primary series. You will be excited to learn the asana names and to count in Sanskrit. You will be delighted when the founder and owner of the school, Rama, teaches you the majority of each day. He is exceptional. He has an extraordinary gift. Rama teaches with a unique blend of compassion, skill, discipline and love. He has an extensive knowledge of yoga and has a magnificent way of conveying this to each student no matter their yoga experience. With his beautiful art he cares for each student with heartfelt respect and concern. Though Rama is often teaching us as a group he always gives individual instruction as needed. He puts you at ease at all times and you feel very comfortable asking any questions. Whether you are a beginner or advanced Rama treats everyone with the same attention and care. He has a beautiful way of making each of us feel so very special. Rama was completely committed to helping each of us find and be the best version of ourselves. He will push you beyond your prior mental and physical barriers. He will open the doors to a powerful spiritual journey where the impossible becomes possible. Before dawn, with only the sound of hypnotic waves, your body warms with a wonderful Hatha yoga practice. This sets the mood for a completely beautiful day. This is perfectly followed by a Pranayama practice. You will learn several breathing techniques. One never knew breathing could be so good or so transformative. After Pranayama you and your classmates will gather for breakfast. The food is phenomenal. Everything is prepared fresh each day. It includes a delicious variety of traditional vegetarian food from the region. The staff who cook and serve are beyond lovely. They sincerely go above and beyond for everyone. During morning break one can rest, study, or jump in the fantastic Arabian Sea. I chose the latter and found bliss and my own limbs of yoga there. I believe the ocean was a glorious respite in countless ways and prevented physical injury. After break, a highlight of the day, was the two to three hour Ashtanga and Hatha asanas class. It was phenomenal! Rama would teach each asana and it’s modifications and adjustments in great detail. It was fantastic fun! Rama or one of the students would demonstrate and then we would all participate and practice on each other. It was a dream how much we all learned from each other. There was time for questions, notetaking, and even photographs. This was an absolutely incredible experience. We all encouraged each other and shared our various strengths. We listened, we pushed, and we laughed. We all improved so much. In the afternoon, you will learn philosophy in the initial weeks and anatomy the last week. Thankfully you will receive extensive philosophy on the eight limbs of yoga. For the first time you will truly learn the limbs and these eight limbs then become a part of you. Through understanding the eight limbs you will truly begin to live “a yogi life.” A simple and beautiful life. For example, your room will be comfortable but basic. You will make time to clean your room, hand wash your clothes, and hang them on a line outside your room. You will work together in small groups and rotate cleaning the yoga hut and replenishing the water cooler. Each day your appreciation of the intensely beautiful nature around you will deepen. You will hear the calm waves everywhere you go day and night. The smell of the fresh ocean air will never let you tire. Everywhere the plush green large leaf vegetation will brighten the day. The natural light was a constant inspiration to me. Whenever possible we stopped to marvel at every glorious sunset. Living there beside the Arabian Sea was a dream. In the late afternoon your body, mind, and soul will undergo an incredible transformation with Ashtanga Vinyassa practice. Ultimately you will learn the Mysore style. At first this style may seem frightening but this will quickly change. Rama is present in case guidance is needed during this self practice. Only after you return home do you truly appreciate your tremendous gift. The Mysore practice was the humble beginning of your teaching journey. Your days will end with restorative meditation in the open air of the yoga hut or beside the magnificent Arabian Sea. Both settings perfect for a deep relaxing meditation. A small group of us had a favorite after dinner ritual. We would take a peaceful stroll along the beach at night under a dark beautiful blanket of the brightest stars. What a joy to chat and share the enthusiasm of the day. On weekends you can rest, study and or explore. Rama is incredibly kind and offers to safely take the group to some of his favorite spots in the region. These weekend outings are optional. I will always remember our super fun adventures to the beautiful river one weekend and the majestic mountains another weekend. All fun aside, during this teaching training course you will be intensely challenged, you will be positively pushed and before graduation will teach an entire Hatha or Ashtanga Vinyassa half primary series class on your own! May you now understand the possibilities for your own mental, physical, and spiritual discovery and transformation while at the Rama School of Yoga. You will see and hear the Arabian Sea long after you leave India. Sanskrit will forever dance in your head. The compassion, kindness, and wisdom Rama shares will live in your heart the rest of your days. The friendships made will be unbreakable. Your passion to live a life with a yogi heart will be forever ignited. Endless doors will be opened and you will be empowered to dream with endless possibility. Come to the Rama School of Yoga. Live paradise. Do what fills your heart each day. You will only want to sing. Close your eyes and listen to your beautiful melody. Sending you the salty soothing breeze The peaceful rhythmic waves The comfort of wet sand underfoot And all the joy in every bubble of the foam of the Sea. Namaste
3. Vedadays
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
At Vedadays we posses a strong philosophy framed on honesty, a philosophy of delivering what we have promised, with which, we have earned nearly a ten thousand smiles and counting since 2006. VEDADAYS,the realization of a novel holistic holiday vision by a committed team of Ayurvedic doctors found back in 2006 We operate under expert guidance of Dr Vishnu K.S and Dr Binu Joy, directors of VEDA DAYS,friends and colleagues, both holding meritorious pass from the prestigious Government Ayurveda Medical College, Trippunithura , Cochin. We provide authentic Ayurveda and Panchakarma therapies, Yoga and Ayurveda Panchakarma Therapy learning Courses. Add-on singapore physio-veda techniques for specific neuro muscular conditons makes us unique in Varkala. Dr Vishnu is currently looking after India operations while Dr Binu is operating from Singapore and Malaysia, service of whom is available on demand in India. We are situated at the cliff of popular pilgrim haven in Kerala, the Janardanaswami temple, close to the very famous Papanasam beach also known as Varkala beach, Kerala. Operating in an environment blessed with the most sought after mineral water sprouts of the Arabian sea, our center aims at positive health for all by means of authentic classical Ayurvedic treatment. The dedicated hands of our team of therapists promptly attend to your medical needs with unfailing care and expertise. Panchakarma treatment for special medical conditions like arthritis,stroke (rehabilitation), diabetes, back pain, neck pain, migraine and allergy are a few of our specialties to mention. We conduct regular Ayurveda therapy courses the details of which including the syllabi can be collected by dropping in an inquiry at our website contact page. Have great VEDADAYS ahead !!!
4. Chandra School of Yoga
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 51 reviews
We offer HATHA yoga & Astanga vinyasa (led class) ,shiatsu,thaiyoga massage,reflexology,deep tissue massage,acupuncture..workshops and courses available .200 hrs hatha& Astanga vinyasa yoga teacher training course,duration 28 days .(complement thai Yoga practical oriented course for TTc students)
Reviewed By LepicMC
I went to Dr Chandrakumar for acupressure massage twice during my short stay in Varkala. As a sports massage therapist myself I was pleased to find a fellow practitioner who understands a deeper level of anatomy and was able to treat my travel weary back appropriately! Such a relief I floated out afterwards! I also attended morning ashtanga and afternoon hatha yoga classes at this school, the location is up in the trees with a sea breeze and the beautiful view and sound of the ocean. Dr Chandrakumar is an excellent teacher, knowledgeable, patient and with an infectious smile, he brings laughter and fun to his classes! Keep doing what you are doing, Beautiful Moon, I hope to come back and practice with you again one day!
5. Thanal Ayurveda Home
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 173 reviews
Thanal Ayurveda Home is the most authentic Ayurveda treatment centre located at the ocean edge of North Helipad Cliff of Varkala Beach. Dr. Sharun.SS B. A. M.S who runs this clinic is from a traditional authentic Ayurveda practicing family. Here Dr.Sharun and his well experienced healing therapy crew offers the wide range Ayurveda treatments, Ayurveda and other different spa massages. Long and short term Ayurveda packages will be provided for the clients after a the consultation with highly experienced Ayurveda practitioners. All treatments will be provided under absolute medical supervision by using quality Ayurveda herbal medicines and oils. The ambience and traditional Kerala beauty of Thanal Ayurveda Home gives a vibrant energy level to the clinic. Here we orgabise the accommodation and Ayurveda organic food also.
Reviewed By bar0ne19
My dearest doctor god bless you.. Thank you very much my dearest ayurveda doctor Dr.Sharun for curing me from my chronic inflamatory disease called Polymyalgia Rhuematica. I cannot believe still in this miracle created by Dr.Sharun as i am completely relieved symomptomatically and the blood parameters CRP,ASO, RF,ESR all is in normal range now that one thought in my past these values never would have rebalnced in my life. I was taking a cortisone dose of 20 mg when i met the Dr.Sharun and my condition was absolutely bad with myalgia and the joint pain with stiffness. I choosed Dr.Sharun through internet after a long research to find a good ayurveda clinic to get my cure. After i started the treatments i am very very satisfied as he himself and his colleque doctors giving enough care to each and every patients even when the clinic always seems to be busy with people different locations of the world.. Dr.sharun explained me well the procedures about to perform in each phase of my treatments. Three kinds of treatments were performed in 21 days. Just after the first week i started to feel the difference in my joints and muscles and i conveyed this to Dr.Sharun, he smiled and said "Dear you please keep this curing as a secret otherwise god will become jelous over you", I like his attitude as he always says jokes and i notice most clients were happy once they come out from Dr.sharun's chamber. He has really something extra special in his healing hands to convey to his patients. The Budha's quote infront of doctor's room says that "You are what you believe". I Cant believe how much confidence you get from that serene atmosphere of the clinic which is made up of natural things almost like bamboo, canes, woods etc.. So beautiful calm and peaceful with the chanting adimantras all the time.. I found many people were there to study ayurveda and they are mainly from Europe as Dr.sharun is a guest lecturer of ayurveda for some European ayurveda instituitions. Its better to make and appointment with Dr.sharun before your visit. After the consultation he will definitely meet you and make the follow up in total days. His colleque doctors at your hands everyday any time to help you. An excellent mature therapy team. Very experienced in the work and with good professionalism.I recommend Dr.sharun and his lovely ayurveda clinic in Varkala..He is a great person with deep kno dedication...All the best..Will looking forward to see you in Auguest once you come to Europe..
6. Pranam Yoga Joseph
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 47 reviews
We began Pranam Yoga with the aim of spreading the authentic knowledge of traditional Yoga with all its spirituality to the world. Pranam Yoga was started by Joseph, a serious Yoga practitioner who has more than 38 years of experience in teaching Yoga. We were always able to provide the best training and individual attention to each of our students, and that is what we think is unique about us. Pranam Yoga was started 25 years ago and was registered with the International Yoga Alliance in 2018 to provide authoritative Yoga training to learners from around the world. Over these years, we have successfully completed more than 2000 classes. Our 200 hours Yoga TTC program is among the best training programs which promise overall discipline of the body and mind. Also, the program is popular among the best Yoga classes in Trivandrum. We invite all those who love Yoga and its purity to our Yoga teacher training in Varkala, to raise their skills to the sublime level.
Reviewed By csuidan - Lombok, Indonesia
I started coming to Jospeh during my time off my other practice, but this quickly changed and his classes started to be part of my daily routine. He has developed his own style of yoga that really resonated with me. He takes you through warm ups and exercises created to open the body into the more advance positions. Joseph has an incredible understanding of the human body and knows how to teach us, how to manipulate certain parts of our bodies to come into these postures. His knowledge and experience of yoga is amazing, HOWEVER, the thing that made him most stand out for me is his true passion and energy everyday in class. To watch someone smile, laugh and truly enjoy teaching and practicing is inspiring! You will leave his classes feeling more alive, invigorated and energized for life! I will be back to see him for sure!
7. Adrika Ayurvedic Wellness and Yoga Retreat
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Witta11
I did a 15 days massage course at Adrika and I truly enjoyed my experience! The doctor and her therapist team are amazing and friendly people who made me feel like home. The knowledge of Ayurveda, infos about panchakarma and the massage steps I got from spending time there give me confidence to start practising massage in my daily life. Thanks for everything!
8. Progressive Yoga Varkala
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
ONLINE VIRTUAL CLASSES DURING COVID PANDEMIC via Zoom, Skype or WhatsApp Help reduce stress and anxiety with a meditation, pranayama (breathing technique) or yoga class. Suitable for all abilities. Regular group or one off authentic meditation and pranayama classes. Individual traditional Hatha Yoga classes.
Reviewed By Nave_Fire - London, United Kingdom
Varkala's Hidden Gem It is said that in every place there hides a treasure only available to those who truly seek to find it. After 11 months living in Varkala and not really feeling called by any of the commercial yoga schools I met Yogacharya Ullas D Kumar by some incredible synchronisities. He offered a 21 days meditation program, no drop in, no break. He promised I would see results. As someone who struggles to trust, I was surprised to find myself signing up without a thought. Ullas is an incredibly humble advanced teacher with so much knowledge. During this deeply transformational time together I discovered so much about myself and unlearned just as much. Ullas's classes are designed to dissolve ego. So, the practice is repetitive and focused. You must be willing to surrender your ideas about how things should be and trust the immense source of ancient knowledge that he is. His classes are for those committed to diving deeper into self-knowledge and who wish to develop a consistent practice to support the expansion of consciousness. So, if you are ready to challenge yourself and to grow, you will certainly enjoy his classes. This time with Yogacharya was so immensely valuable, I shall forever cherish it.
9. Satwik School of Yoga & Meditation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Satwik School of Yoga & Meditation is a space for yogi's and yoginis to develop and deepen their yogic practice. We take the time to focus on yoga philosophy, meditation practices, as well as strengthening our asanas. Our brand new shala overlooks the ocean with a clear view of the water. The sunset classes here are like non you’ve seen before. We also have a wonderful vegan cafe in our backyard with beautiful, healthy and delicious meals. Join us!
Reviewed By LouiseRive1995
Great teachers, anazing class, would recommend the ashtanga, sun salutations with the sunset was a beautiful moment.
10. Agnihotra Yoga Retreat
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 80 reviews
A place for healing. Agnihotra Yoga Retreat provides authentic yoga experience and energy healing sessions. All set in an organic garden.
Reviewed By Birtefenger
From the very first moment I arrived at the Agnihotra Yoga Retreat in Vakarla, I was blown over of the amazing energy of power and stillness at the same time. My own “world” and thoughts from the minute before went automatically on mute or standby. I know that it sound weird, but it was what I felt and it was a very powerful mental experience. I had a feeling of happiness, sadness and inner peace at the same time. As the days vent by it all transformed to allowing, blessing, peaceful being, letting go and being in the present moment. I had many beautiful lucidity, cannel wisdom and insights given doing the various asanas of fire ritual meditations, yoga and the pranic energy healing. The yoga master Syam Rakesh Kumar is a wonderful person who is blessed and highly dedicated to teaching in all spiritual aspect of no limit in knowledge of the highest good for all living beings, earth and cosmic balance. All in love, peacefulness, respect and purify for individuals, atmosphere and soul. In addition, I highly recommend Rakesh pranic energy healing and karma healing. As it works on the energy body which in turn balance, harmonize and transform you body`s energy in process. As I am writing this, I have been back home in Denmark in one month, and I am still having and clearly feeling and movement off the transforming karma, body and mentally process. He has my highly recommendations in all aspect. Compassion and pure positive vibrations. I recognize that my experience from Agnihoytra retreat is more than I ever could had dreamt off in spirits and universal aspect. I am feeling blessed and privileged. The Ayurveda food is fantastic. The localization is perfect and only 5 minutes’ walk from the wonderful Vakarla beach. Private security, lovely chefs and helpfully driver staff, all 24-7. Clean and cozy rooms and bathrooms. If I can be in any help to your staying at Agnihoytrayoga retreat, you are very welcome to contact me for these recommendations. NAMASTE. BIRTE FENGER. RINGKØBING. DENMARK.
