Kundalini Awakening Retreat in Rishikesh
Awaken your inner energy through gentle chakra activation, sacred mantra chanting and guided Kundalini kriyas in the spiritual heart of Rishikesh.
A Kundalini Retreat in Rishikesh
Seven days of chakra work, mantra and breath to unlock the energy already within you.
The Kundalini Retreat is designed to awaken your hidden energy step by step through different aspects of yoga. This one-week immersive retreat is a sacred blend of asanas, pranayama, mantras and energy-activating meditations, guided by experienced teachers in the Himalayas.
Siddhant School of Yoga teaches Kundalini with classical meditation techniques that work with the chakras systematically. Kundalini retreats can last 5, 7, 10 or 15 days — understanding and practicing Kundalini takes time, so staying longer gives a deeper experience.
Students who want to go further can continue with our 100-, 200-, 300- or 500-hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training Courses.
Kundalini Retreat — Quick Facts
“Rising with the sun, awakening energy on the hilltop”
Kundalini Is Your Hidden Energy
Kundalini simply means energy — the most potent, practical system in the yogic path. Taught traditionally in four steps (discover, awaken, balance, then awaken Kundalini itself), this seven-day retreat focuses on step one: discovering and locating your chakras, the foundation every deeper Kundalini practice is built on.
It's a gentle, no-pressure way to experience real chakra work, without committing to a full teacher training — many students continue afterward with our 100-, 200-, 300- or 500-hour Kundalini TTC.
To awaken your Kundalini energy, you must awaken your chakras. There are said to be 114 chakras in the body — out of them, these 7 are the most important:
Muladhara Chakra
Balance your food, sex, sleep and fear.
Swadhisthana Chakra
Enhance your professional and creative qualities.
Manipura Chakra
Strengthen your willpower and committed attitude.
Anahata Chakra
Balance your feelings and emotions.
Vishuddha Chakra
Sharpen your clarity, understanding and communication skills.
Ajna Chakra
Develop your self-commanding power.
Sahasrara Chakra
Connect with pure consciousness and experience deep inner peace.
Together, these practices move you gently through the first stage of the Kundalini path — from simply locating your chakras to actually feeling their effect.
“Kundalini is a secret and sacred word — in practice, it simply means energy: the hidden power already within you, waiting to rise.”
Living at Siddhant School of Yoga in Rishikesh
Early Mornings
Sadhana begins early, and your full attention stays with it through the day.
Letting Habits Go
A willingness to set aside caffeine, distractions and old routines, just for the week.
Turning Inward
Ready to sit with yourself in meditation, rather than reach for a distraction.
A Real Energetic Shift
Chakra work and kundalini kriya that create change you can actually feel.
Meeting Yourself Again
The stillness and self-awareness most people never make time for.
A Steady, Grounded Mind
Real tools for calm, clarity and emotional balance you carry home.
This retreat was never about becoming someone new. It's about awakening the energy that was quietly already within you.
What the Kundalini Retreat Covers
Kundalini Asana & Kriya
Chakra-Mapped Postures · Kriya
Postures and kriyas linked directly to each of the seven main chakras.
Pranayama & Bandha
Breathwork · Energy Locks
Kundalini-specific breathing and the classical bandhas that direct energy flow.
Chakra Meditation & Mantra
Chakra Meditation · Seed Mantras
Guided meditation and mantra chanting, one seed sound for each chakra.
Philosophy & Relaxation
Kundalini Philosophy · Yoga Nidra
Understanding the Nadis and chakras, closing each day with deep relaxation.
Muladhara, Swadhisthana, Manipura, Anahata, Vishuddha, Ajna & Sahasrara: An introduction to each of the seven main chakras — their location, their qualities and what it means when they are balanced or blocked, forming the roadmap for the whole retreat.
Chakra-linked postures: Postures selected and sequenced to gently open and activate each chakra in turn, moving from the base of the spine upward.
- Yogic and abdominal breathing
- Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing)
- Kapalbhati
- Bhastrika
- Bhramari Pranayama
- Mula Bandha (root lock)
- Uddiyana Bandha (abdominal lock)
- Jalandhara Bandha (throat lock)
- Jnana & Chin Mudra
- Shambhavi & Bhairav Mudra
Guided energy meditation: Meditations that bring focused awareness to each chakra in turn, building the stillness needed before energy can safely rise along the spine.
Seed (Bija) mantras: A dedicated Bija mantra for each of the seven chakras, chanted daily alongside Om, Ganesh and Gayatri mantras.
Nadis, chakra colors, elements & glands: The classical understanding of the Nadis (energy channels), the color, element and endocrine gland associated with each chakra, and how they connect to your overall wellbeing.
Who Should Join the Kundalini Retreat
01Complete Beginners
Curious about chakras and energy work but never practiced before — this retreat builds your foundation in Kundalini asana, pranayama and meditation from the ground up.
02Energy Workers & Healers
Reiki practitioners, energy healers and home yogis who already sense subtle energy and want a structured, traditional framework of chakra science.
03Aspiring Kundalini Teachers
Anyone considering the 100-, 200-, 300- or 500-hour Kundalini Yoga TTC — this retreat is a gentle, no-pressure way to experience the practice first.
04People at a Crossroads
Those going through a life transition, carrying stuck emotions or seeking real clarity — using seven days in Rishikesh to release old patterns and awaken dormant energy.
01Complete Beginners
Curious about chakras and energy work but never practiced before — this retreat builds your foundation in Kundalini asana, pranayama and meditation from the ground up.
02Energy Workers & Healers
Reiki practitioners, energy healers and home yogis who already sense subtle energy and want a structured, traditional framework of chakra science.
03Aspiring Kundalini Teachers
Anyone considering the 100-, 200-, 300- or 500-hour Kundalini Yoga TTC — this retreat is a gentle, no-pressure way to experience the practice first.
04People at a Crossroads
Those going through a life transition, carrying stuck emotions or seeking real clarity — using seven days in Rishikesh to release old patterns and awaken dormant energy.
Why Siddhant School of Yoga Is the Right Choice
A Leading Pranayama Centre in Rishikesh
Pranayama is the foundation of every yogic practice. We teach it in depth so it supports your asana, meditation and healing work.
Yoga & Gratitude
Gratitude brings peace, happiness and satisfaction. It's taught as a daily practice alongside the course.
Small Groups of 10–15 Students
Every student gets personal attention.
Measure Your Growth
Clear signs and parameters to track your physical, mental and intellectual progress.
Hatha + Ashtanga Vinyasa
Hatha gives stability. Ashtanga Vinyasa builds stamina and strength.
Daily Classes
Pranayama, Hatha Yoga, Meditation, Yoga Philosophy and Ashtanga Vinyasa every day.
Family Environment
Teachers and staff are practitioners themselves, and students feel at home.
Siddhant School of Yoga is a Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance USA (RYS 200, RYS 300, RYS 500) — and this same experienced teaching team guides every retreat we run.
Upcoming Kundalini Retreat Batches
Seven days, starting on the 15th of every month. Everything you need is already included.
Triple Sharing
per person
Double / Shared
per person
Private Room
per person
Fees include accommodation, three vegetarian meals daily, study material and your completion certificate. A USD 200 registration deposit secures your seat; the balance is payable on arrival. Airfare not included.
Upcoming Batches
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Daily Schedule of the Kundalini Retreat
People always want to know what the days really feel like, so here is the shape of one — calm, structured and never rushed.
Morning
5:30 – 8:00 AMWake up
Herbal tea at the dining hall
Daily yogic purification
Tratak / Om, Ganesh & Gayatri mantra chanting / prayer at the yoga hall
Pranayama / bandha / mudra
Mid-Day
8:15 AM – 12:30 PMHatha Yoga with alignment
Breakfast and karma yoga
Gratitude course for peace, happiness and all positive results
Mantra chanting / Ayurveda
Afternoon
1:00 – 4:45 PMLunch and rest
Yoga Nidra / relaxation
Philosophy with Siddhant Ji — Patanjali / chakra / Kundalini / Samadhi
Tea time
Evening
4:45 – 10:00 PMMeditation
Ashtanga Vinyasa
Dinner
Lights off
Note: This is a sample schedule and may vary according to the practitioners' needs.
What's Included, What's Not, and What To Bring
- Residential stay for the full retreat
- Course completion certificate
- Shared or private accommodation
- Attached bathroom with 24-hour hot water
- 3 healthy vegetarian meals daily
- Herbal tea 2–3 times daily
- Filtered drinking water
- Free Wi-Fi
- Yoga mat
- Neti pot and rubber neti
- Rudraksha mala
- Yoga bag
- Study materials, notebook and pen
- A short excursion trip
- Pickup from Dehradun Airport
- One Ayurvedic massage
Comfortable Stay
Sattvic Meals
Excursion
Attached BathroomA Peaceful Sanctuary to Rest, Nourish & Grow
Your living environment is crucial to your yogic transformation. At Siddhant School of Yoga, we provide clean, serene accommodation, loving ashram staff, and freshly prepared Ayurvedic nourishment to keep your body vibrant and mind tranquil.
Three Sattvic Yogic Meals Daily
Freshly prepared organic Ayurvedic vegetarian cuisine designed to purify digestion and support vigorous daily practice.
Peaceful Private & Shared Rooms
Immaculately clean rooms with attached modern bathrooms, 24/7 hot water, comfortable mattresses, and mountain views.
Sunlit Rooftop & Yoga Shala
Dedicated wooden yoga hall equipped with mats, blocks, belts, and bolsters for quiet self-practice and group sadhana.
High-Speed Wi-Fi & Laundry Services
Reliable internet throughout the ashram, on-site laundry services, filtered drinking water, and round-the-clock assistance.
What Happens After You Enquire
Send an Enquiry
Reach out via WhatsApp, call or the contact form below.
Speak With Our Team
We'll help you pick the right batch dates and room type.
Confirm Your Seat
Secure your spot with a simple booking confirmation.
Prepare for Rishikesh
Receive a pre-arrival guide with packing & travel tips.
Begin Your Retreat
Arrive in Rishikesh and start your journey with us.
Learn Directly from Dedicated Yogis
Our faculty combines decades of traditional monastic training in the Himalayas with deep scientific knowledge in biomechanics, alignment, and subtle energetic anatomy.
Siddhant Ji
Spiritual Master & Founder
Manpreet
Meditation & Mantra Guru
Sandeep
Mantra Science & Alignment
Hemlata
Yoga Anatomy & Physiology
Vishal
Hatha & Ashtanga Master
Varun
Ashtanga & Hatha Instructor
Kokil Nath
Asana & Philosophy Teacher
Chittaranjan
Pranayama & Kriyas Master
Continue Your Journey
Loved the retreat? Take the next step with a full Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training.
Kundalini Retreat — Frequently Asked Questions
Kundalini retreats here run for 5, 7, 10 or 15 days. Understanding and practicing Kundalini takes time, so staying longer gives a deeper experience — this retreat is 7 days, a solid introduction for most students.
Kundalini is a Sanskrit word whose practical meaning is simply energy — the dormant potential said to rest at the base of the spine. Kundalini yoga works to discover, awaken and balance your chakras as the path toward awakening this energy.
Yes. Siddhant School of Yoga is a Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance USA (RYS 200, RYS 300, RYS 500). This particular retreat itself gives a Siddhant School of Yoga completion certificate, not a Yoga Alliance teaching certificate — only our 200-hour, 300-hour and 500-hour Teacher Training Courses lead to an official Yoga Alliance RYT credential.
Anyone with the right attitude toward learning and practicing yoga. Beyond that, we ask that you: be in good physical health, keep an open mind, commit to full attendance, follow a vegetarian diet during the course, avoid alcohol, drugs and smoking, have basic English proficiency, be between 18–60 years old, have had no surgery in the last year, and not bring children along.
Two clear color photocopies of your passport (plus the original for verification), two passport-size photos, and your visa expiry details.
Yes, an Indian Tourist e-Visa is mandatory for foreign nationals. It's also a good idea to arrange travel and health insurance before you depart.
We recommend arriving a day early. You'll check in, rest, then complete your registration form and pay any remaining balance, followed by a short tour of the yoga hall and dining area.
The day begins with a morning Hatha class (8–9 AM) and breakfast, followed by a traditional fire ceremony at 10:30 AM, a group photo and your study materials. At 3 PM there's an orientation covering teachers, syllabus, rules and goals for the retreat.
Two passport-size photos, your phone and charger, a debit card, seasonal and comfortable yoga clothing, comfortable shoes, a travel towel, and a small first-aid kit with any personal medicines. Leave expensive jewelry at home — the school isn't responsible for lost valuables.
The advance/registration deposit is non-refundable. In a genuine emergency, you can postpone to another scheduled batch within the same year by emailing us your reason. Cancellations are accepted by email at no extra charge, but the deposit itself is not refunded.
Ready to Begin Your Kundalini Retreat Journey?
Seats are limited to keep our batches small and personal. Reach out and our team will help you plan the rest.