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ALLOW US TO TAKE YOU ON A JOURNEY OF WELLNESS.

At Ananda, besides our indulgent �erapies and spa treatments, �ere’s a mul�tude of holis�c wellness experiences, which is �e true essence of Ananda.

It’s a journey of wellness guided by our team of Ayurverdic, Yogic and Interna�onal heal� expe�s, bringing you our signature wellness pa�ages �at are tailor made for individual heal� goals. An outcome of years of research, �ese programs have been carefully designed by our specialists to give you �e gift of a heal�y and nu�uring lifestyle.

So, sit ba� and revitalize your body, mind and soul at Ananda in �e Himalayas.

DETOX • WEIGHT MANAGEMENT • AYURVEDIC REJUVENATION

• YOGIC DETOX • STRESS MANAGEMENT • ACTIVE • RENEW • YOGA

PROCESS

Phase 1

Liquefy toxins which are accumulated in �e �ssue level and mobilize it �rough Ayurvedic treatments such as udwa�ana and �e use of essen�al oils in Aroma�erapy and essen�al oil infused sea salt scrubs. Using �e postures and brea� work in yoga to release �e physical as well as psychic blo�ages.

Phase 2

Bring �e toxins into �e circulatory channels for elimina�on using intense treatments like Choornaswedana, Aromatherapy, Aroma cocoon and Swedish massage, through meditation like yoga nidra, deepening �e experience of relaxa�on to aid �e process of detoxifica�on.

Phase 3

Flushing out toxins from �e channels by various Ayurvedic cleansing methods like Sneha Vasti and Nasyam, Aromatherapy massage and Aroma Cocoon. Hatha yogic cleansing techniques such as Kunjal and Jal Ne� help to flush out toxins from �e esophagus, stomach and sinuses.

Phase 4

Post care and recupera�on. Treatments like Abhyanaga, Chroonaswedana, Reflexology Aromatherapy and Facials along with intense yogic relaxa�on such as Yoga Nidra helps in post care and recupera�on.

Toxins constantly build up in �e body due to pollu�on and o�er environmental factors leading to la� of energy, weight gain etc. in �e body. Detoxifica�on is all about resting the digestive system through controlled eating of whole foods, improving the circulation of the blood and lymphatic systems, stimulating the liver to filter toxins from �e body, moving �e bowels, cleansing �e colon and finally nourishing �e body wi� essen�al nutrients. The ul�mate goal is to detoxify bo� �e mind and body of harmful toxins and nega�ve �oughts in a controlled and safe manner.

KEY ELEMENTS

• Ananda’s signature detox program uses aromatherapy experiences and hydro�erapy, Ayurvedic panchakarma treatments, aroma�erapy experiences, hydro�erapy, yoga, medita�on and a dosha (body type) specific diet.

• Personalized fitness sessions with a focus on cardiovascular exercises, light muscle toning and passive stretching improves �e circulatory func�on �ereby helping �e mobiliza�on of toxins and metabolic wastes accumulated in muscles and circulatory pa�ways.

• Dosha based diet made of organic ingredients with balanced Micro and Macro nutrients helps to balance the Agni or Metabolic power in the body. When agni is out of balance it builds pseudo appe�te and improper diges�on leading to accumula�on of metabolic wastes

Detox your wayto a new you

Minimum Program Duration: 7 nights

DETOX

BENEFITS

• Increase in energy levels

• Better focus/ concentration

• Better digestion and absorption of nutrients

• Better immunity and stamina

• Glowing skin and toned body

PROCESS

Phase 1

Rookshana procedures like udwartana is done to eliminate �e “ama” or �e metabolic waste and to reduce �e subcutaneous fat from �e body. Essen�al oils are infused wi� sea salt for a powerful aroma�erapy body scrub to remove toxins from �e skin.

Phase 2

Abhyanga, Choornaswedana, Aromatherapy and Aroma cocoon moves the toxins and metabolic waste �rough �e “sro�as” or circulatory channels as a prepara�on to eliminate �em �rough �e Panchakarma or cleansing procedures.

Phase 3

Sodhana procedures like medicated oil enema and decoc�on enemas completely eliminates �e toxins from the body and boost the metabolic rate.

Phase 4

Proper balanced diet based on one’s body type and Ayurvedic lifestyle rou�ne is prescribed as after care to maintain �e result of �e cleansing and to boost metabolism.

When it comes to weightmanagement, less is moreAnanda’s weight management program provides a scien�fic me�odology wi� guidelines for managing weight on a sustained basis. A key problem wi� weight management is in the mind. Most people who are overweight have a poor self image. This is why Ananda’s weight management program is one of �e few in �e world where medita�on is such a key component. Meditation helps to balance the mental and physical aspects of weight management. The whole approach behind Ananda’s weight management program is �rough a suppo�ive, non aggressive process, yet yielding �e desired results.

KEY ELEMENTS

• The pillars of Ananda’s weight management program are Detox therapies, Exercise, Yoga, Diet and medita�on. A key problem wi� weight management is in �e mind hence medita�on is a key component.

• The fitness activity in weight management program is primarily focused on burning calories. The fitness consulta�on on �e day of arrival helps our trainer understand �e body based on cardiovascular func�on, muscle streng� and flexibility. Specific training patterns like interval training will be planned according to these 3 parameters.

• Dosha based diet made of organic ingredients with balanced Micro and Macro nutrients helps to balance the Agni or Metabolic power in the body. When agni is out of balance it builds pseudo appe�te and improper diges�on leading to accumula�on of metabolic wastes and �ereby causing an increase in cellulites and fat deposi�on in �e body.


WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

BENEFITS

• Better metabolism and lightness of body

• Better digestion and absorption of nutrients

• Weight loss and toned body Better strength, flexibility and Stamina

PROCESS

Phase 1

In �is phase treatments like udwa�ana and abyanga are conducted to improve �e Agni or the digestive fire and boost the circulatory func�ons.

Phase 2

Purvakarma or pre-opera�ve measures like abyanga and choornaswedana are done to dislodge �e toxins from “Sro�as” or circulatory pa�ways to prepare �e body for major cleansing �erapies.

Phase 3

Panchakarma procedures like Nasyam, Vasti etc. are administered to eliminate toxins and balance �e doshas.

Phase 4

Rasayanam or �ssue nourishment is done �ough treatments like phizhichil, Shirodhara etc. A balanced diet, based on one’s body type and Ayurvedic lifestyle rou�ne, is prescribed as after care or “paschatkarma” to maintain �e result of the cleansing and to boost metabolism.

Ananda’s Ayurvedic rejuvena�on pa�age is a program designed wi� �e aim of restoring �e vitality of �e body by elimina�ng toxins through traditional PANCHAKARMA treatments and by enhancing the body’s immunity through the combination of Ayurvedic treatments, body type based diet and Yoga. In �is package we work on the proper activity pattern and food habits to lead a heal�y life based on �e principles of Ayurveda.

Rejuvenate & recharge


AYURVEDIC REJUVENATION

BENEFITS

• Improved immunity

• Better metabolism

• Energy and vitality

• Glowing and refreshed skin

KEY ELEMENTS

• 7 day Ayurvedic Rejuvenation Santvanam contains a series of detoxifying, de-stressing and revitalizing experiences. Key treatments include Shirodhara (to revitalize the mind), cleansing experiences like Nasyam Sneha Vasti and Hathya Yoga Techniques.

• 14 day Ayurvedic Rejuvenation Sodhanam results in deep therapeutic effect and relief from specific medical and health conditions. Major cleansing treatments like medicated enemas will be included in this package for 3 to 4 days to balance the doshas in the body. The weekly progress checks and programme revisions make the 14 night rejuvenation program more intense, personalized and result oriented.

• 21-day Ayurvedic Rejuvenation Rasayanam Program results in complete well being. After two weeks, Rejuvenation experiences detoxify and clear �e channels in �e body making �em more recep�ve to Rasayanam, a medicinal program, which helps in keeping the body young and agile, preserving health and longevity and increasing physical and mental capabilities. Major cleansing treatments like medicated enemas will be included in �is pa�age for 5 to 6 days to balance �e doshas in �e body.

Ananda’s Yogic Detox package uses the different Hatha yogic cleansing techniques (Shatkriya) to detox in a natural and effective way. Shatkriyas, similar to Ayurveda, are also used to balance the three doshas in the body.

Detoxify in �e midst of nature


YOGIC DETOX

BENEFITS

• Psychic purification with internalized and balanced stateof mind

• Releases deep rooted muscular and neural tensions

• Vitality, relaxation and improved blood purification

• Balance in energetic patterns of �e body and an increased sense of physical stability

• Helps with problems like Sinusi�s, hay fever, as�ma, tonsilli�s and dust allergies

• Thorough cleansing results in a deep sense of purity

PROCESS

Phase 1

Yogic Detox techniques of relaxa�on such as Yoga Nidra are incorporated to release �e physical tensions and restric�ons on body and mind.

Phase 2

Asana (Posture) and Pranayama (Ha�a yogic brea�ing techniques) are used to ac�vate �e organs and prepare �em for �e process of cleansing.

Phase 3

Shatkriyas (traditional Hatha Yogic Cleansing) such as Jal Neti (Nasal Cleansing), Kunjal (Yogic regurgita�on) and Laghu Shankha Prakshalana (Yogic Intes�nal wash) are employed to cleanse �e system.

Phase 4

Techniques such as Trataka (Candle Meditation), Yoga Nidra (Psychic Sleep) and various techniques of Pranayama are performed to establish Internaliza�on and Harmoniza�on of Prana and awareness.

KEY ELEMENTS

• In Yogic detoxification, elements of Asana (Ha�a yogic postures), pranayama (yogic brea�ing techniques), medita�on and Yogic/Ayurvedic diet are incorporated along wi� Shatkriya to give profound experiences of vitaliza�on and harmony.

• The package is exclusively designed on �e principles of Ha�a yoga which aims at purifica�on of en�re systems of body and mind �rough yogic techniques like Jal Ne�, Kunjal Kriya, Lagu Shankha Prakshalana and Trataka.

• Simultaneously International experiences are provided to help �e lympha�c system to get rid of toxins.


BENEFITS

• Reduced stress, anxiety

• Improved Sleep

• Strengthened immunity

• Relief from headaches

• Improved blood sugar imbalance

KEY ELEMENTS

• Ayurvedic therapies like Shirodhara and interna�onal experiences like reflexology, rose qua�z, ame�yst rejuvena�on facial and medita�on techniques like Yoga Nidra intensify �e experience of deep relaxa�on by removing tensions from physical, mental and emo�onal levels.

• The intensity of the package increases in the 7 night op�on as it includes Ayurvedic massages like Abhyanga (tradi�onal oil treatment to balance and relax �e whole body), Tibetan Ku Nye massage (which focuses on lympha�c drainage, acupressure and meridian energy channels) to improve �e nervous system and to s�mulate �e free flow of energy wi�in �e body.

Ananda’s Stress Management package helps to lead a well balanced, heal�y life by reducing stress and relaxing �e mind. This pa�age is a customized holis�c approach of Ayurveda, Yoga, Tibetan and Interna�onal experiences wi� Reiki Healing to ta�le �e vulnerability in its own natural way. The whole programme is designed to provide tranquility to �e stressed body & mind and bring ba� �e natural rhy�m of �e psychosoma�c system.

Unwind & let go

PROCESS

Phase 1

The first phase is to understand �e basic cause of stress, �e imbalance in �e body and mind. Planning of �e diet and ac�vi�es is streamlined based on �ese findings. It helps �e body and mind to relax and release �e tension accumulated �rough various treatments like Abhyanga, aroma�erapies, etc.

Phase 2

Specific treatments and procedures help to soothe the mind and bring about relaxation on a deeper level. These include sessions like various medita�ons, yoga procedures �at are learning experiences, which help to deal wi� cleansing of �e mind and �ereby facilitate dealing with stress effectively on a long term basis.

Phase 3

Procedures wi� even deeper impact on �e mind and spiritual level like reiki healing and Vedanta lectures are focused during this phase.

• Ajapa Japa (a meditation technique to develop the awareness of the spontaneous mantra) is used to internalize �e mind releasing �e tensions acquired �rough excess engagement in sensory contents.

• Reiki (A gentle hands-on technique on different Chakras of the Body. Reiki uses the universal life force energy to break up energy blo�ages wi�in �e body, allowing healing energy to flow again freely and s�mula�ng �e body’s natural ability to heal itself.)

• Personal fitness session (focuses on therapeutic stretching to relieve the physical stress build up in the muscles and mild cardio to improve overall blood flow).

STRESS MANAGEMENT

ACTIVE

PROCESS

Phase 1

The holis�c experience of invigora�ng Salt Scrub, assists in �e removal of impuri�es, dull surface cells and improves the blood circulation, vitality and elas�city of �e skin.

Phase 2

Experiences like Abhyanga, Deep �ssue message, Shower blitz and Ananda Reflexology are included in �e pa�age to help improve physical consistency, liquefy toxins and s�mulate reflex points to restore �e energy of �e body as a whole. These also offer relief from aches or stiffness that might be acquired by the offered treks.

Phase 3

While Yoga helps to restore and improve �e mobility of �e body, Pranayama pays attention to the brea�ing and rec�fies �e faulty patterns of the breath resulting in an enhanced level of vitality and relaxa�on.

The Ananda Ac�ve pa�age is oriented towards ac�ve guests, offering a combination of challenging yet beautiful Himalayan treks and experiences. This pa�age provides an oppo�unity to explore �e natural beauty of �e area surrounding Ananda, in the foothills of the Himalayas, while helping to keep the body fit and physically heal�y.

Stay fit while exploring �e hea� of Himalayas


BENEFITS

• Improved muscle tone

• Improved cardio vascular fitness

• Improved and relaxed mind

• Reduced water retention

• Improved lymphatic stimulation

• Improved blood circulation

• Improved appetite

• Improved sleep

KEY ELEMENTS

• Ananda Active package evaluates your current fitness level and iden�fies treks best suited to bo� your physical condi�on and �e type of landscape and experience you seek.

• This program has been designed to combine Treks, Yoga, Personal Fitness Programs and Spa experiences wi�out making one �red or strained. Yoga postures designed for �is pa�age ac�vates energies, stretches �e �red muscles and liquefies lac�c acid accumula�on in �e body.

• Spa experiences and therapies are used to address the �red muscles as a result of �e strenuous physical ac�vity.

PROCESS

• The package begins with a Jasmine salt scrub which removes �e build up of dead skin cells pollu�on and oils and prepares �e skin to receive nourishing sunflower and wheat germ vegetable oils and pure essen�al oils of Jasmine, rose, sandalwood and vetiver

• Ayurvedic experiences like Nasayam are effective for cleansing of sinuses and treating migraines, chronic colds, headaches and chest conges�on. Full body Ayurvedic experiences like Choornaswedana (also known as bundle message) and Phizichil, assist to streng�en immunity.

• During the Programme personalized yoga sessions are conducted on a regular basis, paying attention to the physical, psychological, and spiritual characteris�cs of �e seven major chakras.

• Carefully blended essential oils in nourishing vegetable base are applied using lympha�c and pressure point massage techniques to maintain and promote physical, psychological and spiritual well-being. Massages focused on lympha�c drainage, accupressure and meridian work restore �e nervous system and s�mulate a free flow of energy wi�in �e body.

The Ananda renew pa�age provides a safe, effective and non invasive way to unlo� you�ful beauty. It revives �e body and mind �rough �e sacred rituals of Yoga, ancient beauty and healing experiences combined wi� modern day an� aging techniques.

Feel �meless &blissful


RENEW

BENEFITS

• Strengthened immunity

• Liquefies toxins

• Increases flexibility

• Improves blood circulation

• Relieves muscle pain

• Relieves stiffness

• Relieves rheumatism

• Relieves arthritis

• Relieves sports injuries

KEY ELEMENTS

• Specially designed to address common and chronic ailments, �e Renew pa�age revitalizes and rejuvenates body and mind.

• Ayurvedic therapies are carefully chosen to increase circula�on, especially at nerve endings, tone muscles, create lubrica�on between ve�ebrae to provide relief to �e lower ba�, improve sleep, and reduce �redness and dryness. Heal�y and nutri�ous diet revives the body’s immune system. Special yoga postures and exercises help relieve joint stiffness and improve mental clarity.

• The package internalizes attention, to train the mind to be focused and calm. It balances mental fluctua�ons and clears blo�ages on a physical, mental and psychic level. It gives �e feeling of streng�, posi�vity, �ought and ac�on.

PROCESS

• Upon arrival there is a detailed yoga consulta�on wi� our resident guru to help to help personalize �e sessions to your needs.

• During the stay there is a personalized asana and pranayama session every day wi� a medita�on or cleansing procedure to complement and enhance �e yogic experience.

• Spa treatments incorporated in the pa�age such as Tibetan ritual, Thai massage, Reiki, Shirodhara and Reflexology help fu�her to deepen �e medita�ve and holis�c experiences.

The Ananda Yoga pa�age helps rediscover oneself �rough �e ancient and tradi�onal discipline of Yoga, which encompasses all aspects of life in order to balance �e mind, body and spirit. Ananda Yoga nu�ures and enhances the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual qualities in a simple, effective and practical manner through the time proven approaches of Ha�a yoga, Raja yoga and Kriya yoga.

Balance your mind, body & soul


YOGA

BENEFITS

• Helps to develop sound understanding of yogic prac�ces

• Improves immunity to stress

• Develops strong will power and concentra�on

• Improves sleep and clarity of �ought

KEY ELEMENTS

• Ananda yoga package focuses on incorpora�ng �e elements �at are integral to yoga. The en�re program is created to help one understand �e complemen�ng nature of different yogic techniques sourced from classical branches of Ha�a, Raja and Kriya Yogas.

• The package has balanced inclusions of personalized Asana (Ha�a yogic posture), pranayama (Brea�ing techniques), shatkriya (cleansing) and medita�on techniques in order to develop understanding of �e holis�c approach of yogic philosophy.

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