ROOTS OF YOGA 

Ripon, Quebec

June 20th-22nd 2025

*Early Bird Registration until Dec 1st

Join Dr.Yogrishi Vishketu and Prakashini ji for a joyful and restorative weekend at the ‘Roots of Yoga’ retreat, where we celebrate the rich traditions of Yoga and Indigenous wisdom. Nestled in nature, this experience will help you reconnect with the earth, yourself, and the present moment. Through grounding Yoga sessions, peaceful nature walks, and moments of reflection, you’ll find rest, renewal, and deep joy. Embrace the tranquility of nature, breathe in the fresh air, and leave feeling grounded, balanced, and inspired. With over 45 years of studying Yoga, Vishva-ji has dedicated his life’s work towards empowering individuals and local communities towards self-healing and sustainable, balanced living. The weekend will include Akhanda Yoga, Classical Kundalini Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and Restorative Raja Yoga styles, as well as two workshops,exploring the Roots of Yoga and Ancestral Healing (combined into one) and Sacred Rhythms: Yoga and the Rhythms of the Soul as the second.

We’ll meet for our opening practice Restorative Raja Yoga at 4 pm on Friday afternoon (meet in Yoga barn by 3:30 p.m) once you settle in. Check in is between 2-3 p.m Then we’ll gather for an incredible farm-to-table vegetarian meal, followed by a relaxing evening (optional sauna and sitting by the outdoor bonfire). Saturday morning will start with an early morning Kundalini Yoga session, followed by breakfast, a nature walk and Lunch will be served at 12 p.m. In the afternoon, you can enjoy more forest time, the sauna will be on and small clay lake to dip into, or perhaps you’d rather get a massage, or cozy up with a book by the outdoor fire. Anything goes. The early evening Yoga will be 3:45 p.m Classical Kundalini breath & Yoga Nidra. We will enjoy another delicious meal before a laid back night of Kirtan and Satsangh by the bonfire, weather permitting. Sunday will start with breakfast followed by nature walk and Akhanda Yoga class. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m and check out will be after lunch by 3 p.m

LOCATION:

CENTRE DE VIE | RIPON, QC

ROOMS + COST:

*Please note this is Early Bird price (save $100) book + pay in full by Dec 1st 

Double Room with Ensuite Bathroom $879 plus tax (SOLD OUT) 

Private Room with Shared Bathroom  $989 plus tax

Double Occupancy with Shared Bathroom $805 plus tax 

Triple Occupancy with Shared Bathroom $729 plus tax

Camping Option $699 plus tax

*To reserve your spot please send a non-refundable payment of $350 to andrea.robertson77@gmail.com and pay in full by April 1st to take advantage of these early bird prices.

*Please Fill out registration form

What about the food ……

At the Centre de Vie, we cook only tasty vegetarian meals and mostly gluten and lactose free. We source our supplies from organic farms in the region. Our kitchen will fill you with an abundance of fruits and vegetables, whole grains and cereals. A delicious culinary experience! We can accommodate anyone with intolerances and allergies, at an additional cost. A refrigerator is at your disposal for your special needs

 

RETREAT INCLUDES:

  • 3 Days, 2 nights at Centre de Vie
  • 6 Delicious Vegetarian Meals (2 Breakfast, 2 lunches, 2 dinners)
  • Coffee/Tea & Fruit available before morning Yoga Classes
  • 4 Yoga classes connecting to the holistic Akhanda Yoga, Classical Kundalini Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and Restorative Raja Yoga styles.
    – 2 workshops: Exploring the Roots of Yoga and Ancestral Healing (combined into one) and Sacred Rhythms: Yoga and the Rhythms of the Soul as the second
  • Kirtan and Satsangh
  • Use of beautiful property space, common areas and amenities (wifi)
  • Yoga Props (yoga mat, blocks, bolsters, strap, weights, blankets)
  • Use of Nature Trails on 216 acres of land
  • Use of Small natural clay lake for energizing cold plunge swim
  • Sauna sessions
  • Bonfire

Weekend Schedule Sample (some changes may be made) 

Friday June 20th

  • Check in 2 p.m
  • 3:30 p.m (meet in yoga barn)
  • 4 p.m Restorative Raja Yoga
  • Dinner 5:30 p.m
  • 6:45 p.m Optional Sauna Session after Dinner+ sit by outdoor fire (Satsung)
  • 8:30 p.m Quiet Time (early to bed)
Saturday June 21st
  • 6 a.m Akhanda Yoga
  • 7:30 a.m Breakfast
  • 8:15 a.m Walk In Nature (1 hour)
  • Optional Sauna 9:15 a.m
  • 10:30 a.m Workshop
  • Lunch 12 p.m
  • 1-4 p.m Free time to have sauna session read by outdoor fire, nap, rest, massage,
  • 4 p.m Yoga Nidra
  • 5:30 p.m Dinner
  • 7 p.m Sauna, Bonfire & Kirtan
  • 9 p.m Quiet Time
Sunday June 22nd
  • Breakfast 7:30 a.m
  • Walk on property 8:30 a.m
  • 10 a.m Kundalini Yoga
  • 12 p.m Lunch
  • 1 p.m Workshop
  • 3 p.m Check out

Additional Fees:

  • Transportation to Retreat
  • Treatments
  • Additional Coffees after breakfast (Lattes, Espresso)
  • Wheatgrass shots in the morning (delicious) $4

Payment Options:

*Deposit ($300) via email transfer andrea.robertson77@gmail.com

*Paypal with credit card (please note 5% fee) -send me a note to use credit card

*Email Transfer andrea.robertson77@gmail.com

*Early bird savings Feb 1st (must pay in full) or May 1st full payment

Cancellation Policy:

*Full refund if Retreat is cancelled

*Refund minus deposit until May 1st