Vipassana Silent Meditation Retreat in Rishikesh
Go inward with a silent meditation retreat in Rishikesh, using mindful practice and gentle body awareness to bring lasting mental clarity.
A Vipassana Retreat in Rishikesh
Seven days of noble silence to observe the mind exactly as it is.
Vipassana is a way to watch and witness the mind through the body's sensations. Rooted in ancient Buddhist practice, this silent retreat is a chance to step away from distractions, calm the mind and awaken deeper awareness.
The school prepares you for deep Vipassana with supporting yoga practice — each day includes two yoga sessions, two Vipassana sessions and four hours of silence practice, so you practice yoga and experience meditation in its purest form.
Vipassana Retreat — Quick Facts
“In stillness and silence, the mind reveals itself”
Watching the Mind Without Reacting
Vipassana means "to see things as they really are" — not a technique that quiets the mind, but one that teaches you to observe it without being pulled around by every passing sensation.
This isn't meditation as relaxation. It's meditation as training — and it changes how you respond to stress long after the silence ends.
What the technique actually trains you to do:
Anapana
Breath awareness — the entry point into the technique.
Body Scanning
Observing sensation without reacting to it.
Equanimity
The central skill — noticing without judging.
Noble Silence
Four hours daily, protecting the depth of your practice.
Integration
Carrying the skill into daily life after the retreat ends.
Two yoga sessions prepare the body to sit; two Vipassana sessions train the mind to observe — together with four hours of daily silence, they build real, sustainable stillness.
“Nothing is permanent — not the good moments, not the hard ones. Vipassana teaches you to hold both lightly.”
Living at Siddhant School of Yoga in Rishikesh
No Speaking
Silence throughout the retreat except in instructional sessions.
No Phones
Devices set aside, so attention can stay with the breath and body.
Sitting With Discomfort
Learning to observe difficult sensations rather than escape them.
Real Equanimity
A steadiness that holds up under real-life pressure, not just in the meditation hall.
Freedom From Reactivity
Space between what happens and how you respond to it.
A Quieter Relationship With Your Own Mind
Less noise, more clarity, long after the retreat ends.
What you resist in silence, you carry. What you observe in silence, you release.
What the Vipassana Retreat Covers
Supporting Yoga Practice
Hatha · Ashtanga Elements
Two yoga sessions a day, preparing the body for long periods of stillness.
Anapana to Vipassana
Breath Awareness · Body Scanning
Progressing from breath awareness to the full technique of scanning sensation with equanimity.
Noble Silence
Four Hours Daily · Mouna
Structured silence woven through the schedule, giving the mind real space to settle.
Philosophy & Reflection
Patanjali · Chakra · Samadhi
Daily philosophy sessions connecting the silent inner work to the wider yogic tradition.
Hatha + Ashtanga elements: Two yoga sessions a day, blending steady Hatha alignment with dynamic Ashtanga elements, to prepare the body for long periods of stillness in meditation.
Anapana to full Vipassana technique: Beginning with Anapana (breath awareness) and building toward the full Vipassana technique of scanning bodily sensations with equanimity, in two guided sessions each day.
Noble Silence (Mouna): Four hours of daily silence practice woven through the schedule, giving the mind real space to settle between active sessions.
- Yogic breathing and pranayama
- Chakra and Kundalini meditation
- Mantra chanting
- Yoga Nidra / relaxation
Daily philosophy with Siddhant Ji: Sessions on Patanjali, chakra science, Kundalini and Samadhi, connecting the silent inner work to the wider yogic tradition.
Noble Silence Guidelines
01No Speaking
Maintain silence throughout the retreat except in specific instructional sessions, so the mind can settle without the noise of conversation.
02No Phones
Devices are set aside to remove distraction, so your attention can stay with the breath and body rather than the outside world.
03Eyes Lowered
A soft, inward gaze supports the practice, keeping the senses turned toward the self rather than the surroundings.
04Observe, Don't React
Notice sensations and thoughts without judgment or response — the central skill of Vipassana, practiced moment to moment.
01No Speaking
Maintain silence throughout the retreat except in specific instructional sessions, so the mind can settle without the noise of conversation.
02No Phones
Devices are set aside to remove distraction, so your attention can stay with the breath and body rather than the outside world.
03Eyes Lowered
A soft, inward gaze supports the practice, keeping the senses turned toward the self rather than the surroundings.
04Observe, Don't React
Notice sensations and thoughts without judgment or response — the central skill of Vipassana, practiced moment to moment.
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 Vipassana Retreat Batches
Seven days, starting on the 9th of every month. Everything you need is already included.
Triple Sharing
per person
Double Room
per person
Private Room
per person
Fees include accommodation, three vegetarian meals daily, study material and your completion certificate. A USD 140 registration deposit secures your seat; the balance is payable on arrival. Airfare not included.
Upcoming Batches
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Daily Schedule of the Vipassana 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
Vipassana Retreat — Frequently Asked Questions
Vipassana is a way to watch and witness the mind through the body's sensations. Rooted in ancient Buddhist practice, it is a chance to step away from distractions, calm the mind and awaken deeper awareness.
No. The school prepares you for deep Vipassana with supporting yoga practice — each day includes two yoga sessions, two Vipassana sessions and four hours of silence practice, so beginners are guided step by step.
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 Vipassana Retreat Journey?
Seats are limited to keep our batches small and personal. Reach out and our team will help you plan the rest.