Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat, Chiang Mai – Thailand
Change Your Life with the Ancient Wisdom of Ayurveda
Step into the ancient wisdom of our Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat in at our Wellness Sanctuary in the heart of Chiang Mai, Thailand that empower you to heal and nourish yourself.
- Learn to craft your own daily rituals, understand the healing power of spices, and prepare food that not only delights the senses but also heals your mind and body.
- Learn the fundamentals of this ancient science, including the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha), and how they influence your health & discover your unique mind-body type (your dosha)
- Create your own daily routine (Dinacharya) with Ayurvedic cooking principles, and the use of healing herbs and spices.
- Enjoy mindful Ayurvedic meals which are designed to cleanse and balance your system.
- With guided Meditation & Pranayama sessions you will learn specific breathwork techniques to balance your doshas and calm your nervous system.
This 5-Day Retreat for a Real-Life Reset to give you a genuine break from the grind and a toolkit for living better. We focus on real results you can feel, not just concepts you can think about. Here’s what you can expect:
1. A Total Digestive Reset : Move away from heavy, processed foods and learn how to truly nourish your body. Our meals are designed to cleanse your system, improve your digestion, and boost your energy from the inside out. You’ll learn simple Ayurvedic principles to keep feeling light and energized long after the retreat ends.
2. The Ultimate Mobile Detox: Finally unplug and give your mind the rest it deserves. This retreat is a digital-free zone, allowing you to disconnect from notifications and reconnect with yourself, others, and nature. Experience the clarity and peace that comes from a genuine break from your screen.
3. Discover Your Unique Constitution/Dosha: Go beyond one-size-fits-all wellness. Through a personalized dosha consultation, you will uncover your unique mind-body blueprint—your Vata, Pitta, or Kapha nature. This practical self-knowledge is a compass for your health, guiding you to make better choices in diet, exercise, and lifestyle for the rest of your life.
4. The Art of Using Food for Healing: You’ll learn how to use common spices and seasonal ingredients to balance your dosha, calm your nervous system, and prevent common ailments. You’ll leave with a practical understanding of how to make your kitchen your first line of defense for health.
5. Rewiring Your Sleep & Energy Cycles: Learn how to work with your body’s natural rhythms, not against them. We’ll explore Ayurvedic principles for optimal sleep and energy management, giving you tangible tools to combat fatigue and insomnia. You’ll leave with a clear plan to establish a routine that supports deep rest and sustained vitality.
6. The Joy of Spices: Learn which common spices balance each dosha and how to use them to improve digestion, boost immunity, and enhance flavor. You’ll leave with a recipe for a personalized spice blend to take home.
7. Creating Your Ayurvedic Kitchen Toolkit: Discover the essential pantry staples and simple kitchen tools needed to prepare nourishing, balanced meals. We’ll show you how to set up your kitchen for success without needing expensive or exotic ingredients.
8. Eating Intelligence: This workshop goes beyond the recipe. Learn about the profound connection between your mind, your food, and your digestion. You’ll practice mindful cooking and eating techniques that allow you to fully absorb the nutrients and wisdom from every meal.
9. Eating for Your Body Type: Forget calorie counting. You’ll learn how to choose foods that are right for your unique constitution (dosha) and for the current season, ensuring your diet is in harmony with your body’s needs.
10. The Agni Reset: Agni is your digestive fire. This workshop is dedicated to strengthening it. You’ll learn about the importance of meal timing and specific foods that can either kindle or extinguish your digestive fire, leading to better energy and less bloating.
Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat, Chiang Mai – Thailand
15th to 19th December, 2025
Full Immersion
Community Launch Discounted Price: THB 16000 (Residential)/ THB 8500 (Non-Residential)
Original Price: THB 25000 (Residential)/ THB 13000 (Non-Residential)
Training Venue: Away Chiang Mai Thapae (4-Star Wellness Resort)
Additional Information
For residential options, rooms would be available inside the training venue or
in alternative guesthouse walking distance from it.
Lead Teacher
Jeenal Mehta
A Bridge Between Ancient Wisdom And Modern Life.
Jeenal Mehta, co-founder of Wise Living Yoga Academy, has over 20 years of experience teaching yoga. Having certified over a thousand students globally across more than 150 Yoga Teacher Training Courses, all her classes are packed with life-transforming knowledge. Born in a traditional Indian family rooted in Bhakti Yoga, she was first taught by her parents. Her spiritual journey was deepened by studies with great masters & monks both in India and from the West, where she gained a foundation in Modern Yoga Science along with a strong foundation in Yoga with Sankhya (Dualism), and Advaita Vedanta (Non-Dualism). She also has a Diploma in Buddhist philosophy and Vipassana meditation.
The School
Wise Living Yoga Academy is a vibrant yoga community and a living testament to the transformative power of authentic yoga, supported by a huge community of practitioners worldwide. Our global credibility is strong, with our certification accepted and valued in all countries. We are not a commercial Yoga center with impersonal classes and a high turnover of teachers; here, you feel a sense of belonging. We offer yoga teacher training courses at the beautiful Away Chiang Mai Thapae Resort, a sanctuary for immersive learning. Our 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training and Yoga Retreats focus on Authentic Classical Yoga blended with Modern Yoga Science. Hundreds of our graduates have gone on to open their own studios and yoga centers and also have enriched their personal lives.
Megan Brake
USA
I completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training at Wise Living Yoga Academy with Jeenal in 2014 and it was one of the most profound experiences of my life. I’ve completed another 100 hr in Ayurveda, and a 100 hr in Yoga for Mental Health here as well. Jeenal is the real deal. She teaches true classic yoga as outlined in the ancient scriptures. And she truly, deeply cares about every one of her students. I try to make sure I study with her at least once every year. When I study with Jeenal, I feel like I’m transported to a higher level. I become a better version of myself. I know this sounds hyperbolic, but meeting Jeenal and studying at WLYA is truly one of the greatest blessings in my life. If you have the opportunity to study here do not pass it up. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to experience the profound healing power of yoga.
Nathalie Bezzina
Italy
10 years ago, I was on a search to find a Yoga Teacher Training which was based on authenticity. After practicing Yoga for many years in Europe it felt that there is much more than asanas. I knew that once I hit the search on the internet I would get endless lists of Yoga courses and it would be tough to find the right one. Well, I was truly lucky to come across the Wise Living Yoga Academy website by Jeenal. Indeed there was something different, something deeper, a course which ticked all the boxes. Authentic, right balance between theory & practice, but above all, there was something special about Jeenal, actually not just a teacher but a teacher who lived and grew up in a Yogic lifestyle. I must say that I attended the first course and it remains the best experience I have had in my life. Indeed, I returned 2 years later and spent a whole year learning with Jeenal. I then completed the 300 hr and 500 hr Yoga Therapy. Jeenal is the teacher everyone must meet, to learn the true authentic knowledge of Yoga, she will not just teach but also guide to experience the true Yogic lifestyle! So much gratitude – thank you WLYA and Jeenal.
Roma Labuda
Germany
Not only that the place was beautiful and peaceful and the food was incredibly delicious and really made with love, but the course itself was really really special. The focus of the course was to learn, -besides the asanas, all kinds of tools which are applicable in daily life. Techniques that bring you to the here and now in any situation, in stress, anger or panic. And techniques that help you take control of the quality of your thoughts, no matter if it is your monkey mind or some negative thoughts related to your survival mechanisms. I have learned not only about a healthy, body and mind strengthening lifestyle, but also about how to change repeating negative patterns of the brain. Jeenal is an incredible person and teacher and I am very grateful to still learn from Jeenal.
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