City: Kerala
Top Things to do in Kerala
What to do and see in Kerala, India: The Best Yoga & Pilates
Kerala (/ˈkɛrələ/), called Keralam in Malayalam (where Kerala is the adjectival form), is a state in South India on the Malabar Coast. It was formed on 1 November 1956 following the States Reorganisation Act by combining Malayalam-speaking regions. Spread over 38,863 km (15,005 sq mi), it is bordered by Karnataka to the north and northeast, Tamil Nadu to the east and south, and the Lakshadweep Sea to the west. With 33,387,677 inhabitants as per the 2011 Census, Kerala is the thirteenth-largest Indian state by population. It is divided into 14 districts with the capital being Thiruvananthapuram. Thiruvananthapuram is the largest city in the state. Malayalam is the most widely spoken language and is also the official language of the state.
Restaurants in Kerala
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. Veda Wellness Ayurveda Spa & Yoga Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 125 reviews
Veda Wellness, A destination for the Wellness and Healthy Holiday!!! Veda Wellness believe in the wisdom of Ayurveda. We provide traditional Ayurvedic therapy as well as yoga in a blissfully peaceful environment. Veda is specializing in the ancient discipline of Hatha Yoga. We have different wellness therapy to provide high quality health to individuals.We have qualified Yoga teachers. At our Veda Wellness cafe - we provide Ayurveda, wellness organic food including fruit juices & shakes. Veda Wellness not only provide you with a comfortable Stay, Wellness cafe, a yoga studio, a small Wellness library and an organic store. Veda Wellness explores the value of food in our health & well being from nutritional, spiritual and environmental perspectives. We are specialised in Vegetarian, Vegan/Raw food, Healthy Smoothies, Juices, Aquaponics grown Veg salads & Live catch Fish, Wellkery etc. We conduct Cooking class which includes Vegetarian, Vegan, South Indian/Kerala Veg & Non Veg dishes.
Reviewed By Andyforrester12
The Veda Wellness honestly was superb. I would definitely recommend it to anyone staying in Cochin. Joseph and his team surpassed themselves with their hospitality nothing was too much trouble. I arrived on my own as a newbie to solo travel and was immediately made feel comfortable and relaxed. I was then joined by my husband and son who were bowled over by Veda. It is fairly basic but has everything you could possibly need. Joseph is an exceptional yoga/meditation teacher, the cooking course was fun and informative, the massages a lovely addition and the food delicious. Don’t go anywhere else if you are looking for an authentic home stay.
4. La Arcadia Iyengar Yoga Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By wassomas - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
It was a privilege to study Iyengar Yoga with Carmen who is a very experienced senior teacher and keeps a high standard in her class. Her dedication and individual approach is obviously throughout her teachings. A wonderful continuous guidance is given to achieve proper alignment. The yoga studio is very well equipped and harmoniously set in a stunning natural surrounding We feel blessed that we had the opportunity to do a 10-day intensive course with Carmen I recommend the place La Arcadia to everyone who wants to practice and learn Iyengar Yoga from a knowledgeable teacher. We can't wait to come back next year
5. Aarsha Yoga Vidya Peetham - Day Classes
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5.0 based on 86 reviews
Aarsha Yoga Vidya Peetham has been running Yoga Teacher Training courses since 2008. Our Yoga teacher training courses are certified by Yoga Alliance.We are majorly running 2 intense yoga teacher training courses. One is 200 Hour Teacher Training course and the other is 300 Hours Teacher training courses. 300 Hour TTC is advanced course
Reviewed By patriciagZ4983LO
I did there yoga teacher training course 200 h. It’s been super intense and above my expectations. I learnt in 1 month more than years practicing. Bhoomaji and the rest of teachers are super experts in their subjects and know perfectly how to teach for your understanding and the rest of the staff are simply magic. I would repeat the experience without any kind of doubts. Thanks for everything!!!!
6. Marari Yoga & Kalarippayattu Flow Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Marari Yoga & Kalarippayattu flow Centre (Agni Yoga Centre) is located west side of Kattoor water tank in Alappuzha. We offer different courses in Hatha Yoga & Kalarippayattu. Kalarippayattu is a traditional martial art form of kerala. Kalari flows are good for our whole body and mind. It improves our stamina , power, and flexibility. In Hatha yoga , we are teaching loosesning exercise, Asanas, different types sun salutations and moon salutations, pranayama, and yoga nidra. when you arrive at Kattoor water tank, please you ask Akichan Home. village people will show you my home.
7. Yogadarshan
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Yogadarshan is a yoga studio located on Kovalam Lighthouse beach since 2011. It offers daily hatha yoga classes for beginners and advanced students, ashtanga Mysore style classes Primary series, for advanced students and beginners, and asthanga-led classes, backbending and tailored adjustments and workshops to accompany the students to improve in the postures. We also organise meditation classes upon request. Come and join us for energizing, stress-relief classes focussing on your inner peace and balance for the body and mind! Yogadarshan will re-open on 1st of December 2019. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Reviewed By marinavP8371GF
Ajaya is a great teacher, giving clear instructions, adjusting everyone according to personal needs. The class itself is a perfect hatha flow, getting you in shape fast. The scenery is beautiful, you can see the ocean while practising. Amazing, amazing, amazing class.
8. Greens Ayurveda
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 89 reviews
Ayurvedic Panchakarma hospital and Ayurveda Yoga, Nutrition, Chakra, Marma- study /training center, Dental Clinic, Boutique, Beauty Spa clinic - with 17 treatment rooms and 46 guest rooms, with +50 staffs and 7 full time doctors( 3 resident Doctors - staying in the campus). We host individual and Group programs for health holidays and retreats. This Ayurvedic treatment and wellness center situated at Azhiyur, a Kerala village- India. All classical ayurveda medicines are manufacturing with pure quality herbs. We have a consultancy unit which provide all ayurveda instruments and medicines, technical hands to start/ improve ayurveda centers worldwide. exporting medicines globally. conducting workshops and training program across the sea
Reviewed By Flyer601081 - Miami, United States
I felt as though I had been safely warmed within a cocoon of authentic immersion in both a culture and a way of life. Kerala was the perfect introduction for my first trip to India. My celestial herbalism group of ten traveled from multiple countries and gathered for a two week retreat to incorporate a deeper connection of our Vedic teachings while engaging with Greens Aryuveda, which offered both practical information for anyone wanting to immerse into the formulation of herbal preparations for panchakarma along with a physical awareness and invitation to honor one's life and connect with the divine practice and healing benefits of it. The support and care shared by the doctors, teachers, and staff is forever etched in my spirit. The hands on LIVE herbal preparation classes with Pharmacist Vaidya Karuna and his staff was truly a highlight of interpretation and helped synergize the alchemy and transformation of my experience. Dr Ashina's teaching and translation of our daily pharmacology/herbal studies were taught in bite size pieces and were totally digestible. Her attention to my personal clinical goals and panchakarma treatments, along with my therapists Swathi and Alina, were a comfort of reassurance and utmost professionalism throughout my stay. The morning yoga classes with Deepthi helped me to realign my physical challenges of my body and become more integrated with the theory of yoga while teaching my heart, mind, and spirit the art of breath and mantra. OM Shanti ,Shanti , Shanti Dr Asghar and the entire staff from the nutrition, housekeeping, boutique, pharmacy, security, car service, and please excuse me if I missed any other department, sincerely have a true gift of weaving together their knowledge, wisdom, and guidance which have all helped me realign my body's aches and pains, as well as my mind and spirit. It is now three months post discharge (my visit was in October 2019) and still taking my Aryuvedic medicine for my joint and hip pain and I am so grateful for the continued relief, but sooooo missing everyone's smiles along with my daily body treatments with my therapists ~♡~ Dr Asghar, along with the gracious Rinu Fathima Sarjina have formed a gem of a program within a beautiful community in Kerala. I highly recommend it. Suzanne Barroso Miami USA Aromatherapist- Distiller- SkinCareSpecialist
9. Ayurvedam at Sreenilayam
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Nestled in most pristine riverside in Kozhikode. We boasts of all the natural ingrediants,beginning from refreshing greenary to energizing pure water, that can transform your life into a real bliss. We focuses on holistic healing which takes care of one's Body, Mind and Soul altogether.
10. Pranavam Clinic
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 97 reviews
Pranavam clinic gives you authentic naturopathy and ayurveda treatments under the supervision of professionally trained B.N.Y.S doctors.
Reviewed By 73kawsara
Relaxation ,rejuvenation. These by a professionally trained group of down to earth doctors amd nurses. The male therapist was humble , understood clients requirements. Chief doctor is a busy doctor. But teh power and energy she passes on to the team and us. She makes medicines upto date. And junuor doctors and nurses apply it. We may not get a good description of the use of treatments from the staff for sometimes the nurses appear cluelss on why the pack. Junior doctors will give an explanation. But i tell u catch hold of the doctor and clear your doubts. The other clients had zero doubts fir they were just happy with the changes each day. But as i had taken panchakarma ...have been taking for the last 8 years almost consecutive with a year break on 2016, from manybother hospitals and finding the rituals of Pranaavam so different, i was curious. Dr.AthiraShiji gave a complete explanation of the treatments and she even gave us a cistomised diet chart after a week of ending treatment. This clinic, undoubtedly is the best, the very best choice if you have some medical conditions. Rooms are neat and clean. If pranavam is thriving on word of mouth,give credits to the doctor and her team.
