Yoga Sutra Shala Retreat Centre

The whole expérience there was wonderfull. First because Namit is an excellent teacher, very patient, full of knowledge and of generosity! And Second because the place where we stayed during the formation was really perfect, also thé people around us where very carefull. If you want to discover/deepen your yoga knowledge this is définitely thé place to go to!

I am very happy and grateful I had a chance to take in a YTT in Yoga Sutra Shala, it was an amazing experience from the point of view of the student and future teacher. The days were intensive and well-organized. Namit created a great atmosphere full of love, peace, and understanding, which really helped in the learning process. We had a lot of joy, laughter, and fun every day. I love the family atmosphere we created after three weeks. The program was very interesting, well-structured, and holistic. I love the mix of scientific and traditional approaches we were taught. The adjustment classes were great, with a lot of focus on the anatomy and safety aspects of practice. I also felt very inspired by the philosophy classes and meditation. Namit explained many complicated philosophical topics making them interesting and much easier to understand. The food and accommodation were great. We had fresh and delicious vegan dishes made of organic products from local farmers. Also, the big advantage of this training was that we had teaching practices from the very beginning which helped to build confidence.

I did my 200hr YTT with Namit and i'm so glad I did it with him! It was wonderful. I loved his extensive knowledge and wisdom on Anatomy and Yogic Philosophy and also really enjoyed the fact that we were taught in a relatively small group. The food and all the things we learned about health were amazing as well! I felt like it was a very holistic course. I loved how Namit was compassionate, open-minded, humble and how he really lives Yoga! The needs of the group were completely met and I enjoyed the classes a lot. It was quite a lot of information and an intense schedule, but it was also so much fun and mind blowing to learn all of this. I loved how Namit made it work and really conveyed Yoga so well. I also liked the fact that we practiced teaching throughout the whole course. Would really recommend booking here!

I am very happy to have got this option.
This was the perfect package for what I was looking for: time and focus for myself. Namit is a great teacher. He shared his knowledge at anytime generously with us. It was a great holistic combination of many topics: yoga, philosophy, anatomy, nutrition. The group was small and got into an harmony very soon. The house is renovated, located in the nature. The owner took care of everything we needed to feel comfortable in there. This combined with Bev's and Rocio's the healthy food throughout the week made the retreat just great.
I have taken many interesting things which can help a lot in the way you live or see things.

Thanks for the great job you all do and hopefully see you soon again;).

Highly highly recommend Yoga Sutra Shala retreat in Spain! It was amazing, affordable, and the teacher, Namit, is one of the kindest people I've ever met. I learned so much from him about yoga, meditation yoga, philosophy, and nutrition. We went on some beautiful walks. The accommodation was really comfy and nice and the vegan food was tasty.

Highly recommend Yoga Sutra Shala Retreat to anyone looking to enhance their yoga and mindfulness practice surrounded by forests, a lake, and a serene mountain-top view. Namit is an amazing yoga and meditation instructor, as well as a nutrition and wellbeing coach. The retreat completely changed my perspectives and brought me back to my passion for yoga and meditation. Each vegan meal was designed with nutrition in mind by Namit and meticulously prepared by Bev and other members of the Yoga Sutra Shala team. Bev was supportive, upbeat, and always open to listening and sharing her experiences as a yoga teacher. Namit provided hands-on and personalized yoga classes in a small group setting, often asking us about our preferences so that each class could be tailored to meet our needs. His scientific explanations and anatomy workshop helped me better understand the theory and practice of different yoga poses. His teachings are practical and he offers advice on how to continue the mindfulness journey in our everyday lives. The retreat was great value for money; it not only included yoga and guided meditations, but also delicious meals, a modern hotel stay, and a guided walk up the mountain to visit the surrounding villages. I left the retreat centre feeling calmer, more grounded, and healthier than before. 10/10 would recommend!

My week at this retreat was so peaceful, it was lovely to be surrounded by nature, learn about practising yoga and meditation, and meeting some kind friendly like-minded people. The Yoga Sutra Shala family is also so welcoming and knowledgeable, I recommend picking Namit's brain for facts about nutrition! Speaking of nutrition, the vegan food is delicious, and comes straight from farm to plate (local and organic). You can choose to hike, swim, or relax every day between the classes. I would recommend to anyone open to learning and connecting with themselves (note you should be open to a more spiritual approach for this retreat!)

Thank you for a lovely time and hopefully see you all again soon:)

I attended the four-week residential yoga teacher training course in December 2019. It was superbly well organized, a very high level of teaching, quite intense, accommodation first class, the vegan food absolutely wonderful and plentiful. Four teachers to eight students. Highly recommend. Also attended a week's retreat previously. Same high standards.

I did my 200h YTT there February 2020 and wouldn’t have missed it for the world, it was worth every penny. A magical place in every respect: gorgeous surrounding, beautiful people, delicious food made with love, stellar and well informed teaching. Generally a perfectly nourishing environment for personal growth and development. I feel like I have really into my own as a yoga student and teacher. So much more to learn still but the love and confidence and the inspiration will remain. THANK YOU beautiful people of the Yoga Sutra Shala ️

Highly recommend. Beautiful setting, food was amazing and the variety of yoga and meditation classes made it very accessible for a wide range of practitioners. It was a nice mix of classes, alone time and spending time with the other guests (if you wanted to). Overall, a very well organized retreat in a warm and welcoming environment.

Fantastic setting, great teachers, delicious vegan food. Fun, profound, beautiful experiences. I would return in a heartbeat. Highly recommend

A very enjoyable week. The instruction was perfect for my level. I came away with a broader understanding of Yoga practice and philosophy. We had a combination of Yoga, meditation and out door activities. The teachers were very professional and knowledgeable in the teachings of Yoga. The food was all vegan and delicious. The meals were perfectly balanced and packed with flavour. All the recipes were shared. The staff and teachers also had a deep understanding of nutrition. I left with wonderful memories and some great new friends. I would certainly recommend the retreat and will consider returning again in the future.

If ever you're consider doing a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training, this is the one to do! It covers the curriculum perfectly from alignment, anatomy, teaching, meditation, chanting, philosophy, pranayama, asanas.to name a just a few.it was so extensive, alot to take in, but understandably so as you are training to become a Teacher in four short intensive weeks. The experience and knowledge from Namit, who ran the course and is director of Yoga Sutra Shala, was so knowledgable and trustworthy, kind, approachable, empathetic, calm, open, approachable, and so much more, it was a pleasure learning from here. As well as the support Yoga Instructors, who each bought there own valuable experiences and knowledge to the lessons too, from chanting, to mudras to chakras, it was so varied!
The vegan food was absolutely delicious, and plentiful, with new menus everyday, it never got boring, and suited all taste requirements!
The accommodation was also beautiful and comfortable, with everything thought about, from hot water bottles for aching muscles at the end of the day, warm blankets, teas and healthy snack available throughout the day (although with breakfast lunch and dinner so full of amazing foods, one never went hungry!), the tranquil meditation gardens, luscious swimming pool, and many nooks and crannies inside by fire places and outside in hammocks and trees, plenty off places for alone and reflection time as well as comings together for kirtans and making friends! The location is also absolutely stunning, set within the Valencian mountains of Benivissia, with the pure air, in the country amongst olive groves and orange and lemon trees, away from all noise, pollution and everyday busyness, it really is the perfect please to disconnect from the craziness and re-connect with yourself. Thank you to Namit and all the team (from admin, to chefs to cleaners to instructors!), an unforgettable experience, love xx

Absolutely magical. A deep sense of welcome and being in tune with each of us and the group. I will carry the time spent here with me always in the changes that it inspired.

I had a wonderful time on this retreat. The food, the programme of activities, the people.all outstanding. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending it and would gladly go back.

This is such a lovely place! The people are amazing and the food is fantastic. I learned so much in just one week. Spend the week here and you'll feel blessed!

My partner and I had a truly inspiring, memorable and life-changing experience at the retreat. We will never forget it.

The location in La Vall de Gallinera is stunningly beautiful.

The villa has the most amazing views of the mountainous valley.

The team/volunteers are kind, compassionate and welcoming.

The vegan food is carefully prepared, local, nutritious and tasty.

The guided meditations will have you feeling totally zen, and connected.

The workshops and breathing practices are calming, uplifting and rejuvenating.

The yoga sessions cater to different levels of experience (I am a total beginner so most of what I focused on were those asanas aimed at alignment, hip movements, and spine straightening).

The silent times give you ample opportunity to reflect on yourself.

The hikes through the valley will allow you to touch, smell and see everything from almond trees, cherry trees, orange trees, rosemary, thyme, olive trees and so much more.

It was one of the best experiences of my life.

Thank you so much.

This place is magical, hidden in a small village and surrounded by beautiful nature. I felt relaxed immediately. Every room has a beautiful view on the mountains, lovely to wake up in the morning. The food is beyond delicious, fresh and healthy! The teachers are amazing, they help and support you without pushing your boundaries. There is also enough time to relax, to participate to a hiking or workshops without obligations. This retreat conquered a special place in my heart. Thank you Namit & all the volunteers/teachers!

We both (my daughter and I) had a fantastic, nurturing, peaceful and delightful week in Sutra Shala. The place is just amazing, the food delicious, the yoga and the hikes truly enjoyable. We benefited as well from the workshops on various topics such as alignment, active meditation and nutrition.
We hope to visit again!

My week at Yoga Sutra Shala was one of the best of my life. I will never forget it. The accommodation is luxurious, the food is heavenly, and the valley is nothing short of paradise. Although these things alone make up an exquisite retreat, it was the quality of the yoga and meditation practice that have led to immense life changes for me. I have been using spiritual practices to enhance and sustain my wellness for 10+ years, but I went away from this retreat with tools I’d never learnt before and a much deeper connection to myself. It’s been a month now since I came back from Spain, and I have been getting increasingly healthier & happier ever since.

Thanks to: Kathy for being a fun, warm and welcoming host. Alison (yoga teacher) for being an incredible role model and making me feel like part of the yoga family. Marlene (yoga teacher) for gentleness, patience, generosity and her beautiful singing voice. Josie (yoga teacher) for a deeply compassionate and spiritual yoga practice, enabling me to truly fall in love with Hatha yoga. Stefanie (yoga teacher) for sharing her knowledge, wisdom and care for the practice at any given opportunity. Marie (volunteer) for reminding me of the abundant joy that comes from exercising mindfulness techniques in nature. Alice (volunteer) for her baking skills, hard work and selfless dedication to making the stay as comfortable as possible for the guests. Last, but not least, Namit (Yoga Sutra Shala Boss) for showing me how to work through my trauma with a single posture. I swear this man is a magician, so it’s no wonder his retreat is a magical experience. I will certainly be coming back.

One of the best places I have been! We decided to have a nice Yoga Retreat at a nice place, but we got so much more: A Beautiful setting, amazing teachers and people, very good yoga practice - and we learned so much about ourselves. I will always go back when I have the chance and I can warmly recommend to anybody who searches for a time out where he wants to find a bit more of himself, surrounded by deep knowledge, personal guidance and amazing, open-hearted people!

This was a wonderful retreat! Namit and all the people involved in the organisation were really nice and motivated to give us a great experience. The center is simply wonderful: nice rooms, amazing garden, plenty of space to relax and meditate, great terrace with amazing view. Food quality was top in quality and quantity. I liked the possibility to choose which yoga classes (Hatha or Vinyasa) were more suitable for me and the variety of activities proposed during the week: workshops, hikes, meditations. Namit has a a strong knowledge in yoga and nutrition and was really interesting to listen to him and take home useful advice. Thank you guys once again for the great time I could spend with you.
All my best!
Andrea

I really enjoyed my time at Yoga Sutra Shala. The combination of the classes, nutrition, staff and beautiful location in the valley create a lovely and personable retreat experience:)

Went there about a month ago. Was looking for a place and time of peace and quiet. That's what we found. On top of that, the place with its garden and the scenery around is magnificent. Staff was very warm and welcoming. I definitely want to go back some time.

I had such an amazing experience, the teachers were so kind and generous. It's in a gorgeous vally town and hour and half away from Alicante. From booking to arrival and departure everything was planned like clockwork and was effortlessly smooth. I met a lovely group of people and it was such a reinvigorating week. I couldn't recommend it more highly. Thank you Namit and team for everything.

A lovely place in a beautiful Valley. Different yoga styles and friendly and caring teachers, and delicious vegetarian and vegan food!

Absolutely loved my time at the retreat. The staff were so supportive and friendly. The food was amazing and the scenery sublime.l would love to go again! Such happy memories of a truly special place.

Sutra Shala Yoga Retreat Centre was a perfect cure for an never ending Canadian winter. Both my husband (who had never done yoga) and I (a seasoned veteran) learned a great deal and enjoyed every minute. In addition, the delicious plant based menu was also an eye opener.
The highlight of the Retreat was definitely the staff and the fellow attendees. Everyone was upbeat, friendly, kind and interesting. We will return!

This was our second time visiting the retreat, which feels like home the moment you walk in. The place is homely and cosy, the staff are friendly and welcoming. The food is amazing. The routine is perfect. Just the right amount of Yoga, meditation and group walks. I cant recommend Yoga sutra shala enough. We will definitely be back.

My time at Yoga Sutra Shala was absolutely wonderful! I was a total beginner and I feel I got a solid foundation from which I can now build my own yoga practice. Not only did I learn a lot about yoga and meditation, but I got to know a fantastic group of people and enjoyed the incredible surroundings, beautiful building, and amazing plant-based food. The warmth from the teachers and volunteers was incredible:) I couldn't recommend this place more, and I will definitely be back!

Great yoga retreat! Family like environment, delicious food, confortable and clean rooms, wonderful garden. The yoga teachers and all the staff are both professional and friendly. I spent a great week, I strongly recommend!

Rien à redire. Expérience merveilleuse dans un endroit magnifique, excellents professeurs de yoga et atmopshère bienveillante. J'aurais aimé y rester plus longtemps et je reviendrai pour sûr:)

Loved every second of my Yoga Sutra Shala experience! Amazing location and very warm people! Would recommend this to anyone who loves yoga, meditation, healthy food, hiking and beautiful nature.

Habe über den Jahreswechsel mein Yoga / Meditations-Paradies gefunden!
Wahnsinnig tolle Menschen, eine wunderschöne Location und feinstes veganes Essen: alles kann - nichts muss.

Sutra Shala center is an absolutely wonderful place. I felt that throughout the whole stay I am in a caring and kind hands of staff. We practiced yoga every morning and evening. Each class was great: I managed not only practice yoga but also gain knowledge about body, about philosophy, about postures. I am grateful that teachers are very open for questions and extremely caring ensuring that guests receive everything they need. Food deserves a separate acknowledgement:) it was AMAZING! Every breakfast, lunch, dinner we were spoilt with yummy, full of vitamins, freshly prepared choices

I really loved everything, center itself is a very peaceful place but also nature and village are very quiet and relaxing.

I can only recommend the place and give +5 stars for it!