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Kirtan Training & Retreat

November 13 - 19, 2026

Mohan Chatti, India

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6 nights, 7 days

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40 person retreat

Highlights

  • Nightly kirtan with Simon & guest musicians in the Himalayan foothills

  • Harmoniums provided for practice, 1 per 4 participants

  • Morning yoga journeys and Ishta wisdom talks with experienced teachers

  • Temple excursions and local pandit-led fire ceremonies

Details

Join us in sangha at the foothills of the Himalayas for a week of devotion, music, and community. This is both a retreat and a training: alongside daily kirtan, satsang, and yoga, you'll have the chance to learn harmonium at your own pace, from complete beginner to more experienced player. Each morning we move through a full yoga journey to awaken the bhava, the inner state from which we chant, before diving into daily harmonium workshops and satsang exploring philosophy and symbolism. Evenings bring a specially curated kirtan experience with local musicians, temple excursions, and pandit-led fire ceremonies. Our style leans Western but stays rooted in living a life of Bhakti: of service and surrender. Whether you're picking up an instrument for the first time or reconnecting with your own voice, this is a place to study, expand, and rest - supported by community, tradition, and each other.

Location

Mohan Chatti, India

Mohan Chatti is a peaceful village in the Pauri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India, situated in the foothills of the Himalayas near the banks of the Ganges River. Surrounded by lush forests, mountain landscapes, and the tranquil natural beauty of the region, it offers a serene setting away from the busyness of larger towns. Its proximity to Rishikesh and access to the surrounding Himalayan countryside make Mohan Chatti particularly suited for yoga, meditation, wellness retreats, nature experiences, and quiet spiritual getaways.

Venue

Sattva Retreat

4.5 ★ 51 Reviews

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Nestled in the Himalayan foothills, just 30 minutes from Rishikesh, Sattva Retreat is a sanctuary for those seeking deep rejuvenation, conscious living, and inner balance. Through Ayurvedic wellness programs, nourishing food, mindful movement, and immersive nature experiences, we offer a space to slow down, reconnect, and realign — gently and naturally.

A/C in Rooms

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

Pool

Pool

Hot Tub

Hot Tub

Bicycles For Rent

Bicycles For Rent

Towels

Towels

Restaurant

Restaurant

Free Parking

Free Parking

Shower

Shower

Bathroom

Bathroom

Accommodation

Shared Room

4 Spots Left

4-person shared room

$922 USD / person

Twin Room

2-person shared room

$1,037 USD / person

Private room

5 Rooms Left

Private room for 1

$1,210 USD total

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Comfortable rooms on the Sattva campus at the foothills of the Himalayas, ranging from shared multi-share rooms to twin-share and private single rooms. All meals are included, along with full access to the retreat program.

Meals

Meals provided

Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

Diets catered

Vegetarian · Organic

All meals are vegetarian and organic, prepared by the in-house Sattva kitchen using produce grown on the campus's own farm. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included daily throughout the retreat.

Schedule

Each day follows a devotional rhythm: morning meditation, a full yoga journey with Char to awaken the bhava, and community time with harmonium workshops for all levels. Afternoons hold satsang with Annemarie exploring philosophy and symbolism, plus self-study and integration time. Every evening we gather for a curated kirtan experience with local musicians, and the week includes temple excursions and pandit-led fire ceremonies.

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What's Included

Accommodation for the full retreat

All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Full retreat program: daily kirtan, yoga journeys, harmonium workshops, satsang

Not Included

Flights and travel to/from India

Visa fees and personal expenses

FAQs

Guest requirements

  • Minimum age 18

  • Basic physical fitness for daily yoga practice and an open, group-oriented mindset. Our Yoga-sessions are not asana-focused and are relevant for all body-types and ages.

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 60 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 60 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 60 days before the retreat begins.