Ananda
Yoga enhances the physical, mental, emotional
and spiritual qualities of guests utilizing
three branches of Yoga: Hatha, Kriya and Raja.
Beginners and experienced participants are encouraged
to experience a higher level of personal contentment
through individualized practice incorporating
devotion, dedication and discipline to one's
lifestyle.
The
principal Yoga instructor begins your visit
with a personal consultation session to focus
your Ananda Yoga experience. The physiological,
philosophical and theoretical yogic goals are
explored with the recommended activities.
Ananda
offers stunning panoramic locales for Yoga sessions,
be it one-to-one or a group session. With breathtaking
view of the Himalayan foothills and the
heady fragrance of the mountain air as your
constant companions, Yoga at Ananda becomes
a unique experience to rejuvenate your soul.
Some of the most preferred locations for Yoga
are as follows:
Ma
Anandamayi Abode - Renowned spiritual
figure around the world, Ma Anandamayi was respected
for her propagation of universal love. The Maharaja
of Tehri Garhwal made a very special abode for
Ma Anandamayi and being a highly spiritual person,
invited her to bless his Palace with her presence.
The Abode is a preferred venue for personal
meditation.
The
Music Pavilion - A majestic open-air
marbled floor shelter with gold leaf ceiling
fresco, surrounded by a still and peaceful water
pool at the south end of the expansive Palace
Lawn, the intimate setting receives the best
sunset views and is ideal for individual instruction
or private meditation.
Viceregal
Hall - Once the recreation hall for
the guests of the Maharaja, this impressive
wood floored room with a 15-foot tall ceiling,
is the largest in the spa. Nestled atop a Sal
Tree valley, this space is ideal for the more
active forms of Yoga.
Board
Room II - Glassed on four sides, this
intimate indoor setting commands impressive
panoramic views atop the Viceregal Palace roof.
Winter
Garden - Adjacent to the Ma Anandamayi
Abode, this outdoors area overlooks a dense
grove of Sal Trees. The tranquil presence of
the spiritual leader enhances the experience.