Yoga retreat with Gérard Arnaud
with Gérard Arnaud and his assistant Millie Deniset
11 Jan 2026 – 18 Jan 2026
Join renowned teacher Gérard Arnaud for an immersive yoga retreat in Ashiyana. Deepen your practice with daily Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, meditation, and pranayama sessions.
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Vinyasa – Yin – Restorative – Meditation – Pranayama
As he has done for nearly 20 years, Gérard Arnaud will once again host his annual yoga retreat at Ashiyana. This is a unique opportunity to practice with the renowned French teacher, who brings nearly 50 years of international teaching experience.
Each day begins with a dynamic 3-hour Vinyasa practice and in-depth workshops. After a nourishing brunch and time to rest or explore, we gather again in the late afternoon for a calming session of Yin and Restorative yoga, meditation, and pranayama—just before sunset.
This immersive retreat is designed to help you deepen your practice, expand your knowledge, and reconnect with yourself. Yogis and yoginis with at least two years of regular practice are warmly welcome.
For more information or to book, please fill out the form on the right
Sample of daily schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 11:30 | Vinyasa Yoga |
| 11:30 – 17:30 | Brunch and Free Time |
| 17:30 – 19:00 | Yin, Restorative Yoga, Meditation & Pranayama |
| 19:00 | Dinner |
| 20:30 | Free Time or Yoga Nidra / Sound Bath / Osho Meditation / Ecstatic Dance |
INSTRUCTORS
Gérard Arnaud
Gérard Arnaud is the Director of a Vinyasa Yoga Studio and has been dedicated to yoga since 1969. He began teaching and running teacher training programs in 1978 and created his own modern method of Vinyasa Yoga in the early 80s.
Having lived in India for three years, Gérard has made many return visits. He was initiated into yoga and meditation by his master, Sadh Sivalingam, at Rishikesh. He is certified by BKS Iyengar in Pune, the Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh, and has practiced with Pattabhi Jois (Ashtanga Yoga) both in Mysore (India) and Maui (Hawaii).
As an international teacher, Gérard has taught in India (Rishikesh), Canada, the United States, Australia, Europe, Japan, and has also enriched his teaching experiences in Africa. Along with studying Eastern Philosophy and exploring various meditation methods such as Vedanta, Tantra, Vipassana, and Zen, he has conducted long-term research in psycho-somatology while maintaining an intense personal yoga practice.
In addition to his teaching, Gérard has worked in socio-medical settings, offering classes in prisons, orphanages, and drug rehabilitation centers. These classes were complemented by discussions and therapy sessions, often moderated with a psychologist.
Gérard teaches at all levels, blending his expertise with creativity to work with dancers, mimes, actors, musicians, and athletes. For him, yoga is an art form built on a solid technical foundation, aiming to create both bodily and spiritual harmony.
For more information about Gérard, visit his website. You can also follow him on Instagram.
Pricing & Accommodation
One week retreat includes
- Full retreat program
- Accommodation at the beautiful Ashiyana retreat centre
- 2 meals a day (brunch & dinner) plus unlimited tea and water
Retreat doesn’t include
- Transfers to and from the airport
- Flights or travel insurance
- Excursions or day trips
- Extra treats and activities
- Taxis to and from places locally
Pricing
Price for one week – Early bird offer (Until June 30th)
(+100 euros after this date)
Double Room (Price per person):
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Eco Lodge: 1300 euros
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Palm Grove: 1400 euros
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Raj: 1600 euros
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Raj Luxury: 1850 euros
Single Room (Price per person):
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Eco Lodge: 1700 euros
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Palm Grove: 1800 euros
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Raj: 1950 euros
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Raj Luxury: 2250 euros
