Be Golden: A New Year’s Retreat
A glorious week to resest, rest and re-connect to the light within
As we pass from one year to the next, this is a great opportunity to realign with your spiritual compass, fuel your soul and reset your nervous system.
Start your year with great clarity of mind, feeling spiritually recharged, strong and sure within yourself.
What to expect
Using the planetary days as a guide for self reflection throughout the week, we’ll start on SUNday in remembrance of our personal mission this lifetime.
We’ll be use the transformational healing power of kundalini yoga following my favourite manifestation process Banish to balance our bodies with the aid of the nutritious ayurvedic diet and treatments available at Ashiyana Purify our minds with breathwork and meditations and Invoke using meditations and mantras to align our vibration and awaken our highest consciousness.
5 hours of yogic practice each day
Including sunrise stretches and morning blessings. Powerful Kundalini Yoga Kriyas. Gentle afternoon stillness and sound meditations, evening breathwork and astrological reflections to align body, mind and spirit with our destiny.
Super delicious Ayurvedic food
Nourishing meals made with love, plus unlimited ginger & lemon tea and triple-filtered water to keep you hydrated and glowing.
Complimentary personalised 1:1 session
Before we begin our retreat together, we’ll meet in person or online to set your intentions for a meaningful week and familiarise yourself with the practice if needed.
Astrology as a tool for self-reflection
Exploring the energy of the planetary days and how they reflect our internal landscape.
Time, our most precious commodity
Time to slow down, r e l a x, and gift yourself the spaciousness for insight, integration and deep rest.
Lots of encouragement
Retreats are transformative. have your back, holding space with care and presence throughout your process. A group meditation practice wil be formed and key classes will be filmed for those interested in keeping their practice going once our week together is over.
Immersion in nature, the very best healer
Wake up to the sounds of the jungle, greet the sunrise on the beach, spend the day in paradise and watch the sunset melt into the ocean. A full-body treat for the senses.
Incredible India
Goa is India’s tropical paradise. “Slowly, slowly” is what you’ll hear as you arrive, settle in, and switch on India mode. We’re based on the edge of Mandrem Village, a vast stretch of beach in Northern Goa. The international airport GOX Mopa is only 45 minutes away on good roads. Direct flights from London Gatwick via Air India or TUI take 9 hours.
Our Venue
Ashiyana Ayurvedic Resort and Spa – Mandrem
Nestled within an exquisitely manicured tropical garden, Ashiyana is a serene yoga and Ayurveda resort, centred around a beautiful spa. There are rooms for every taste, a restaurant where we eat communally and several swimming pools to dip in. The beach is just over the bridge and if that feels too far away curl up in a shady nook with a book or take a nap. Ashiyana is a deeply relaxing place where you can be close to nature and as social or solitary as you need.
Mandrem is a little vlllage in the middle of a vast stretch of beach. You can walk to Ashwem for the great boutiques or Arambol in the other direction for ecstatic dance and hippy stalls. If you’re feeling lively, kite surfing and surfing lessons are possible. For those that want to chill there are some seriously bougie beach bars that could rival Ibiza.
The Retreat Experience
A retreat is not a holiday, it’s a deep soul searching and opportunity to create lasting change. It’s with awareness that we are able to drop our emotional baggage, address the habits that drive our negativity and free ourselves from our attachments to our pain.
We’re very blessed to gather during the very first week of the new year. We’ll spend our days checking where are we limiting ourselves and use the practice to reorient ourselves to universal flow and abundance. Dreaming into the lives we truely want to lead.
Morning
Nature is the greatest healer, and where possible, we will practice outside. We’ll begin our day greeting the sunrise with gentle, stretchy sun salutations and a meditation, moving to the shala at Ashiyana to practice a full Kundalini kriya before brunch at 10 a.m.
Daytime
Your day is then free to do as you wish – lounging around in the shade or sunshine, spa time, shopping, surfing – until we meet again at 4:30 p.m. for yoga, breathwork, and meditation before enjoying the sunset on the beach in all its glorious technicolour.
Evening
A delicious communal buffet supper is served at 7pm. After supper, we’ll have a shorter evening meditation or join one of Ahiyana’s incredible sound baths..
Rooms
All rooms are en-suite and have either a balcony or a terrace.
There are four categories of rooms and are priced per person.
Every room has comfortable beds, fans, spacious cupboards, and ensuite bathrooms with western style loos.
Rooms are refreshd everyday.
The Raj and Luxe suites also have AC.
All the reception staff speak excellent English and can help you with any needs
A £250 deposit reserves your room.
Please enquire and I will send you a pdf with further details
Prices start at £1297 for sharing a lodge.
RAJ LUXE
Large luxury suites, individually designed, organically shaped and dressed with sumptuous soft furnishings and antique Rajasthani furniture.
Big beautiful en-suite bathroom, and air conditioning. These rooms have king sized beds and some large day beds so can be shared with friends.,
A £250 deposit reserves your room.
Pay in full for a 5% discount.
VILLA DOWN
Situated within the beautiful Villa gardens and overlooking the majestic Mandrem river, this room is tucked away, perfect for single occupancy, or cosy for a couple.
The room has a pretty, ‘galley’ bathroom, and is much-loved by many guests.
A £250 deposit reserves your room.
Pay in full for a 5% discount.
RAJ ROOMS
Sizable rooms, individually designed, organically shaped and furnished with antique Rajasthani furniture.
Each room has a large double bed, day bed, beautiful en-suite bathroom, balcony and air-conditioning.
A £250 deposit reserves your room.
Pay in full for a 5% discount.
LODGES
Inspired by magical, Balinese architecture., with large balconies, wonderfully spacious, antique daybeds, and polished ‘marble’ bathrooms at the rear.
These are ideal to be shared, bring a friend or come alone and make a new one.
A £250 deposit reserves your room.
Pay in full for a 5% discount.
Who are these weeks for?.
My Kundalini Yoga retreats are for adventurous souls who want to get the most juice out of life.
Some people come with their partners or friends and family. Many come on their own, as retreats make a great solo adventure.
It’s always an eclectic mix of people of all ages and abilities from different walks of life, Whether you’re a long-term student of mine or we’re meeting for the first time, everyone is made to feel very welcome and part of the group.
You don’t need to have done Kundalini Yoga before. I’ll explain the practice clearly so you can get the most out of our time together. What’s most important is that you come with an open mind and heart, ready to dive deep into the experience.
As we deepen our spiritual practice, we reconnect with parts of ourselves we may have neglected, break through mental blocks, upgrade unhealthy patterns, spark new ideas, and cultivate a profound sense of lightness and clarity.
By nurturing our spiritual connection, we initiate profound transformation and healing. The inner work we do creates ripples of change that touch all aspects of our lives, allowing us to experience deeper joy and a greater sense of aliveness. This inner growth fosters healthier, more loving relationships with ourselves primarily and therefore with others.
FAQs and T&Cs
What's the weather like?
Goa in January the weather is perfect, endless sunny days with low humidity. It’s hot in the sun, tempered by the sea breeze. In the shady tropical gardens of Ashiyana it’s really very pleasant indeed.
The average daytime is 25-30 °C at night time it;s cooler about 20°C. In the evenings you might need a light sweater or shawl.
There are fans in all of the bedrooms and all the Raj suites have AC.
A Typical Day
6.50am – 7.50am Sun Salutations and Kundalini Meditation on the beach
8-10am – Kundalini Yoga Kriya in the open shala
10-11am – Brunch
Free Time
5 – 6 pm Yin and Kundalini in the main shala
Sunset
7 – 8pm Supper
8.30 – 9.30.pm Evening Activity
Food
Food is super delicious, plentiful and nutritious at Asihyana. They source locally and organic wherever possible, food is served buffet style and everyone eats together. The menu is vegetarian, with gluten & dairy free options. They can cater for any dietary requirements on request.
- Breakfast 10 – 11am
- Dinner 7 – 8pm
Triple fltered water, chai and lemon & ginger teas are available all throughout the day. Please bring a water bottle to help keep you hydrated.
What to Wear / Shopping
They say when you travel to Inida, pack half of what you would normally take and bring twice the money! We’re here to yoga and chill but be prepared, the shopping is fantastic!
Nudity or topless sunbathing isn’t acceptable, bikini’s / things are fine on the beach. For walking around, sitting and eating and practicing yoga and meditation pack light breathable cotton clothes.
Our little beach village of Mandrem has an abundance of shops and stalls where you can buy beautiful cotton clothes, bags, jewellery and trinkets. Jump in a taxi or stroll down the beack to Ashvem and you’ll find some seriously great boutiques behind La Plage. I’ve also made an aquatance with the owner of a beautiful boutique in Parra, a bougie little town half an hour away. For those interested she’ll take us on a shopping tour of the boutiques there.
Getting to Goa
There are direct flights from London Gatwick to Goa Manohar Mopa (GOX) with either Air India or TUI. It’s a 45-minute drive from Ashiyana on good roads.
I can arrange an airport transfer via Ashiyana, or you can arrange your own taxi at the airport.
There is a second, older airport in Goa, Dabolim (GOA). It’s about twice the travel time to Ashiyana, and the roads are not as good, but it’s also an international airport with many direct connections within India and around other cities around the world.
Visa
You will probably need a visa to enter India which is your responsibility to arrange. You can do this yourself though the Indian Government’s website https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/ or use a private company to arrange it for you, like this one who we’ve used before https://sanamtravel.co.uk/ A 30 day tourist e-visa costs $25 dollars at time of writing.
Vaccinations
Goa isn’t in the malaria zone, travel vaccines are a deeply personal choice please do your own research.
What's included
7 days and 7 nights of accommodation plus two ayurvedic meals a day at Ashiyana resort.
The program is a comprehensive Kundalini yoga experience of breathwork mantra and mindful movement totalling about 4-5hours a day.
And a complimentory 1-1 yoga sesson before we go to help clarify your intentions for this trip.
How To Book
Please enquire for availability and I will send you a pdf of further room details which includes booking links.
A £250 non-refundable deposit reserves your space.
The full amount must be paid by the latest 1st November 2025.
I can accept international payments in all currencies.
Pay in full for a 5% discount.
If you have any questions please email me
Arrivals and Departures
The retreat runs from Sunday 4th – 11th January 2026. We can check in from 2pm Check out is at 10am. We’ll meet at 4.30pm on Sunday 4th for an introduction talk and short yoga session at 5pm
What's not included
Flights, transfers and any treatments in the Ashiyana spa.
Terms & Conditions
AKA thoughts and considerations, please read these through carefully before booking.
- It’s important to understand a kundalini yoga retreat isn’t a holiday. Kundalini yoga and meditation can be quite emotionally confrontational. People who attend my retreats are up for deep diving into themselves and facing what’s been laying deep and dormant within then. Being able to self regulate your emotional state is a prerequiste of attending one of my retreats.
- Respect for the group is important, we are all working on ourselves together. It is in community we heal, the more focused we are on the work we’re doing together the more power we generate and the bigger the transformation.
- I reserve the right to not accept your booking if I think attending this retreat wouldn’t be appropiate for either you or me.
- Please travel with comprehensive travel insurance.
- Any visas required to enter Inida are your responsibility to organise. You can apply via the offical governement website or get a third party to do it for you. I can share details of these to help you. A standard 30 day tourist visa cost about $25.
- I operate a strict first come first served policy, only your deposit payment reserves your space.
- Inital payment is £250 non refundabale deposit. You can split the rest of your payment into 4 equal parts or pay in full as you need. You must be paid in full by 1st November or you risk loosing your space.
- Cancellations – Up until 1st November I will refund 100% of your payment except your £250 deposit. If you cancel after 1st November there are no refunds in any circumstances, I’m sorry 🙏 I will gift your place to someone in my community who otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford to go.
- It is important that you understand that participating in one of my retreats is entirely at your own risk. I do not accept any liability for theft, damage to personal possessions, personal injuries or medical conditions that develop during or after the retreat.
To book or if you have any questions please email me.
Terms & Conditions
AKA thoughts and considerations, please read these through carefully before booking.
- It’s important to understand a kundalini yoga retreat isn’t a holiday. Kundalini yoga and meditation can be quite emotionally confrontational. People who attend my retreats are up for deep diving into themselves and facing what’s been laying deep and dormant within then. Being able to self regulate your emotional state is a prerequiste of attending one of my retreats.
- Respect for the group is important, we are all working on ourselves together. It is in community we heal, the more focused we are on the work we’re doing together the more power we generate and the bigger the transformation.
- I reserve the right to not accept your booking if I think attending this retreat wouldn’t be appropiate for either you or me.
- Please travel with comprehensive travel insurance.
- Any visas required to enter Inida are your responsibility to organise. You can apply via the offical governement website or get a third party to do it for you. I can share details of these to help you. A standard 30 day tourist visa cost about $25.
- I operate a strict first come first served policy, only your deposit payment reserves your space.
- Inital payment is 25% of the full price, this is non refundable deposit. You can split your payment into 4 equal parts or pay in full as you need. You must be paid in full by 1st November.
- Cancellations – Up until 1st November I will refund 100% of your payment except your 25% deposit. If you cancel after 1st November there are no refunds in any circumstances, I’m sorry 🙏 I will gift your place to someone in my community who otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford to go.
- It is important that you understand that participating in one of my retreats is entirely at your own risk. I do not accept any liability for theft, damage to personal possessions, personal injuries or medical conditions that develop during or after the retreat.
To book or if you have any questions please email me.
About Me
Hello and Sat Nam! If we haven’t met yet, it’s wonderful to e-meet you 🙏. My name is Kiranjot, which means “ray of sunshine.” I’ve been teaching Kundalini Yoga since 2008 and practicing since 2003.
I’m a people person at heart and find great joy in bringing people together for retreats. Watching everyone relax into the space, create connections and have profound experiences and personal revelations is truly an honour. I hold a safe space with lightness, allowing each individual to fully feel themselves.
This will be my 3rd time to Ashiyana in Goa, a very peaceful place that holds a special kind of magic. If you have any questions about me, the practice, or what this retreat can offer you reach out by email.
I look forward to meeting you in person, Kiranjot ⚡️
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