As parts of the world slowly emerge from lockdown, travelers may continue to put travel on pause as countries adjust to lifting restrictions according to aviation regulations, quarantine requirements and government safety protocols. While some regions are reopening fitness centers, yoga studios and other wellness centers at limited capacities, some people may feel re-entry anxiety and opt to continue their health and fitness regimens in the comfort of their own homes.
Given the current global events, people are looking for ways to make sense of these uncertain times, from tense socio-political conversations, from the pandemic’s unknown path and the burden of rising inequities. This, paired with more discussions on preventative and mental health, is sending people to seek solace and repair in a time of need. Over the past 20 years, early scientific studies have linked yoga, meditation and other modalities with mental benefits. It has been found to decrease anxiety, improve memory and boost body image.
Located in a Maharaja’s palace estate surrounded by a 100-acre forest nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas and overlooking the ancient Ganges river valley, Ananda in the Himalayas is a multi-award winning, global leading destination spa and wellness retreat. Since its inception 20 years ago, once the residence of the Maharaja of Tehri-Garhwal, Ananda in the Himalayas is a pioneer in Ayurveda and Yoga focussed health and wellness and is dedicated to those searching for peace, harmony and wellbeing. Grounded in Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta and integrating contemporary international experiences which enhance and augment the original, Ananda is the ultimate escape from the mundane to the spiritual, where every corner spells harmony and every color soothes the senses. The expert team of over 60 Ayurvedic Physicians, Yogis, therapists, and Chefs trained in healthy cuisine personalized to each individual ensures a complete wellness transformation for their guests. Ananda uses its own signature range of spa products, made locally from the purest sources. Indigenous essential oils, muds, clays, gels and vegetable oils, all lovingly blended for their therapeutic energy, imparting wellness that begins from deep within.
While the resort remains closed due to the pandemic, Ananda in the Himalayas has recently launched its first-ever Online Wellbeing Services as a way to offer its expertise and signature programs to people seeking wellness regimens and support in the comfort of their own homes in all corners of the world. With six programs ranging from daily yoga classes, to individual consultations and personalized yoga guidance, this new offering allows people to consult with Ananda’s well-renowned team of experts. The virtual wellness programs are designed to provide a comprehensive assessment of individual’s state of wellbeing and health goals while designing a personalized program with ongoing mentoring for the most successful results. The Ananda Wellness Bliss package is the most comprehensive package offering 3 Ayurvedic consultations in all besides 12 individual yoga classes with one of Ananda’s expert yoga teachers. All online programs are conducted via Zoom and vouchers are available for three months from the time of purchase. To request more information, visit their website or email wellbeing@anandaspa.com. Prices are listed below in INR (Indian Rupees). At the current exchange rates, 1 USD equals approximately 76 INR.
Daily Group Yoga/Meditation Sessions (INR 5000 for one-month subscription)
Comprehensive Ayurvedic Consultation (INR 4,500)
Personal Yoga/Meditation Sessions (INR 3,500 – 60 minutes)
Ananda Starter (INR14,000)
Ananda Revive (INR 26,000)
Ananda Wellness Bliss (INR 42,000)
Complimentary Expert Guidance
Staying connected virtually is more important now more than ever, so Ananda in the Himalayas continues to share guidance, recipes, rituals and other tips and advice to help alleviate stress and anxiety. Through their Instagram, IGTV Channel and YouTube channels, Ananda regularly shares their expert guidance on a range of topics including Immunity, Home Detox, Mental Health, Optimal Metabolism and Weight Loss, Managing Chronic Pain with Yoga, Healing Energy Therapy, Chakra Cleansing, Improving Sleep, Treating Allergies and Autoimmune Disorders and Women’s Health. Over the past eight weeks, Ananda’s Instagram content has offered numerous Insta Live sessions (all of which are available to view on IGTV) and they’ve spoken with both in-house yoga and Ayurveda experts and world-renowned experts including renowned energy healer and a star of The Goop Lab with Gwyneth Paltrow - Dr. John Amaral, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Reiki Grandmaster Dr. Roma Singh, and Integrative skin and wellness expert Dr. Kiran Singh, to name a few. Yoga and Meditation videos are shared on YouTube and enthusiasts will enjoy their Yoga Foundation Series and Intermediate Series. Meditation Videos feature Yoga Nidra, Antar Mouna, Ajapa Japa and Chidakash Dharana.
