Yoga
Breathe Deeper. Move Consciously. Come Back to Yourself.
Discover a gentler, more mindful approach to yoga—where movement, breath, meditation, and Ayurvedic principles come together in the peaceful surroundings of Praana.
Beginner-friendly · Private sessions · Daily practice
Yoga at Praana
Where Movement Becomes Medicine for the Mind
At Praana, yoga is not about touching your toes, mastering complicated poses, or pushing your body to its limits.
It is about awareness.
The awareness of your breath.
The way your body moves.
The tension you carry.
The thoughts that occupy your mind.
And the quiet space that appears when you stop rushing.
Within the Ayurvedic tradition, yoga and Ayurveda are closely connected. Both encourage a more conscious relationship with the body, mind, daily routine, and natural rhythms.
Our practices can be adapted according to your experience, physical ability, wellness goals, and the recommendations of your retreat programme.
You don't have to be flexible.
You don't have to be experienced.
You simply have to arrive.
Yoga & Ayurveda
Movement With Intention
Ayurveda traditionally understands individual constitutions through the three Doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha.
Yoga can be adapted within this traditional framework through differences in:
Pace
Intensity
Grounding
Breathwork
Rest
Meditation
Movement
Time of practice
Rather than claiming that yoga directly "balances your body chemistry" or guarantees changes in cortisol or hormones, we focus on its established wellness benefits: movement, flexibility, strength, body awareness, relaxation, and stress management.
The practice changes according to the person.
The intention remains the same:
greater awareness and a calmer relationship with yourself.
Our Daily Yoga Practices
Two Moments. Two Different Energies.
Your day at Praana can begin with movement and end with stillness.
Morning Sunrise Yoga
Wake With the Island
As morning light enters the tropical landscape, your practice begins slowly.
The morning session may include:
Gentle joint mobility
Hatha-inspired postures
Sun salutations
Standing sequences
Balance work
Gentle strengthening
Stretching
Breath awareness
Short meditation
The practice is designed to awaken the body without overwhelming it.
Stretch.
Breathe.
Move.
Begin again.
Evening Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra
Let the Day Become Quiet
Evening practice is intentionally different.
The body begins to soften.
Movement becomes slower.
The breath becomes more spacious.
Restorative postures invite stillness, followed by Yoga Nidra, a guided relaxation practice traditionally practiced while lying comfortably.
Yoga Nidra can be a beautiful way to transition from the activity of the day toward rest.
Nothing to achieve.
Nowhere to go.
Just time to be still.
Pranayama
The Practice of Conscious Breathing
Your breath accompanies you everywhere—yet most of us rarely notice it.
Pranayama introduces conscious breathing practices designed to develop awareness and control of the breath.
Sessions may include appropriate practices such as:
Slow diaphragmatic breathing
Alternate-nostril breathing
Breath awareness
Gentle rhythmic breathing
Guided relaxation
Practices are adapted to individual ability and suitability.
Breathe in.
Breathe out.
Notice what changes when you stop rushing.
Gentle Hatha Yoga
Build a Foundation
Hatha-inspired practice provides a considered introduction to traditional yoga postures.
Sessions can explore:
Alignment
Mobility
Balance
Strength
Flexibility
Breath
Awareness
For beginners, movements can be simplified.
For experienced practitioners, the practice can become more nuanced.
Begin where you are.
Vinyasa Flow
Let Breath Lead Movement
For guests with appropriate experience, Vinyasa-inspired sessions connect movement with breath through flowing sequences.
The pace can be adjusted to suit the group.
The emphasis remains on conscious movement rather than performance.
One breath.
One movement.
One moment at a time.
Restorative Yoga
The Art of Doing Less
Sometimes the body doesn't need another challenge.
It needs support.
Restorative yoga uses comfortable positions, props, and longer periods of stillness to encourage physical and mental relaxation.
It can be particularly appealing after travel, intensive wellness treatments, or a busy period of work.
Let the body soften.
Let the breath settle.
Let yourself rest.
Yoga Nidra
Guided Deep Rest
Yoga Nidra is traditionally practiced lying comfortably while following a guided sequence of awareness and relaxation.
It is often described as yogic sleep, although you remain guided throughout the practice.
It can become a peaceful evening ritual after an Ayurvedic treatment or before bedtime.
Close your eyes.
Listen.
Follow the voice.
Allow the day to fall away.
Yoga for the Modern Body
Especially for Desk Workers & Burnt-Out Professionals
Hours at a desk can leave the body feeling compressed.
Shoulders rise.
Hips tighten.
The neck becomes tired.
The lower back complains.
The eyes become fatigued.
And the mind rarely leaves the office.
Yoga at Praana can incorporate gentle practices focusing on:
Neck mobility
Shoulder opening
Spinal movement
Hip mobility
Postural awareness
Gentle strengthening
Breath awareness
Relaxation
Your body was designed to move.
Give it the opportunity.
For Complete Beginners
Never Practiced Yoga Before?
Perfect.
You don't need to arrive knowing Sanskrit.
You don't need expensive yoga clothes.
You don't need to be flexible.
You don't even need to know what Downward Dog is.
Our beginner-friendly sessions focus on clear instruction, comfortable movement, and adaptation.
No judgement.
No competition.
No pressure to keep up.
Your first yoga class can simply be a place to breathe.
For Experienced Practitioners
Go Deeper
If yoga is already part of your life, private sessions offer an opportunity to explore your practice more personally.
Depending on your goals, sessions can focus on:
Alignment
Mobility
Breathwork
Meditation
Sequencing
Traditional Hatha practice
Vinyasa flow
Deeper relaxation
Personal practice development
Leave the crowded studio behind.
Practice with space around you.
Private One-to-One Yoga
Your Practice. Your Body. Your Pace.
A private session allows your teacher to work directly with your individual needs.
You may wish to focus on:
Postural awareness
Joint mobility
Back and spinal movement
Desk-related tension
Balance
Flexibility
Breathwork
Meditation
Advanced practice
Where relevant, your yoga teacher can coordinate the movement approach with the broader wellness programme.
This is yoga designed around you.
A Morning on the Mat
Your Practice Begins Before the First Posture
6:30 AM — Arrive
Come quietly into the shala.
Find your mat.
Leave your phone behind.
6:35 AM — Grounding
A few moments of stillness.
Notice your breath.
Notice your body.
6:45 AM — Gentle Mobility
Neck.
Shoulders.
Spine.
Hips.
Ankles.
The body gradually wakes.
7:00 AM — Hatha / Vinyasa Practice
A flowing sequence appropriate to the group.
Move with your breath.
Work within your own range.
7:25 AM — Pranayama
The movement becomes quieter.
Breathing becomes the focus.
7:35 AM — Meditation
Sit comfortably.
Observe.
Breathe.
Be present.
7:45 AM — Closing Stillness
Take one final moment before returning to the day.
You leave the mat carrying something simple:
more awareness.
An Evening of Deep Rest
From Activity to Stillness
Arrive
Leave the day outside the shala.
Gentle Movement
Slow stretches release the day's accumulated tension.
Supported Rest
Comfortable restorative postures invite stillness.
Breathwork
Allow your breathing to become slower and quieter.
Yoga Nidra
Follow a guided journey into deep relaxation.
Silence
Remain still for a few final moments.
Then slowly return.
The day doesn't have to end abruptly.
It can soften.
Yoga as Part of Your Wellness Journey
Yoga can complement your broader Praana experience.
Depending on your programme, it may sit naturally alongside:
Ayurvedic treatments
Meditation
Breathwork
Nourishing cuisine
Nature
Rest
Digital disconnection
This creates a daily rhythm in which movement and stillness have equal importance.
Receive.
Move.
Breathe.
Rest.
Repeat.
Yoga at Praana Is For You If...
You are completely new to yoga.
Start gently.
You are an experienced practitioner.
Explore more deeply.
You spend your days at a desk.
Reconnect with your posture and movement.
You feel mentally overloaded.
Create space for stillness.
You are travelling.
Give your body time to recover from the journey.
You are on an Ayurveda retreat.
Let yoga become part of your daily rhythm.
You simply want an hour where nobody needs anything from you.
Come to the mat.
FAQ
Do I need previous yoga experience?
No. Beginner-friendly sessions are available and practices can be adapted to your level.
Do I need to be flexible?
Absolutely not. Flexibility is not a prerequisite for yoga.
Can I have private yoga classes?
Yes. Private sessions can be arranged around your individual goals and programme.
Can yoga be adapted for joint stiffness or mobility limitations?
Many practices can be modified, but suitability depends on the individual. Guests with significant injuries or medical conditions should discuss their needs before participating.
Is Yoga Nidra the same as sleeping?
No. Yoga Nidra is a guided relaxation and awareness practice. Some people may fall asleep during it, but sleep is not the sole objective.
Do you teach traditional yoga?
Our approach draws on traditional yoga practices while adapting instruction to modern guests and individual abilities.
Is yoga a treatment for medical conditions?
Yoga should not be presented as a replacement for medical treatment. It can be a complementary wellness practice, and specific conditions may require medical or physiotherapy guidance.
Your Mat Is Waiting
You don't need to become a yogi.
You don't need to master a posture.
You don't need to understand every tradition.
You only need to give yourself a little space.
Come into the shala.
Feel the earth beneath your feet.
Listen to the birds.
Take one slow breath.
Then another.
And begin.