Traditional Hatha Yoga in Assagao.
Daily Drop in Yoga Classes at SWAN Yoga Retreat, Assagao, North Goa. Practise in our open sided Yoga Shala surrounded by tropical greenery, with experienced teachers and a traditional approach to Yoga.
Whether you are completely new to Yoga or already have an established practice, you are welcome to join. Our classes are based on traditional Hatha Yoga, with asana, pranayama and awareness forming the foundation of the practice.
Located in the quiet village of Assagao, North Goa, SWAN is easily accessible from Anjuna, Vagator, Siolim, Mapusa, Calangute and Baga, 20–25 minutes by motorbike from most of the North Goa beaches.
Class Schedule
| Time | Practice |
|---|---|
| 07:30 – 09:00 | Morning Drop in Yoga Class |
| 15:30 – 17:00 | Evening Drop in Yoga Class |
| 19:00 – 20:00 | Havan & Kirtan (Saturday & Sunday) |
Havan and Kirtan are on Saturday and Sunday evenings only, not every day.
Friday is our weekly day off. Class times can shift when a residential course is running, so please message us before you set off.
Class Prices
| Option | Detail | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Single class | Per Drop in Yoga Class | ₹600 |
| 6 class pass | 6 Drop in Yoga Classes · Valid for 14 days | ₹3000 |
| Mat hire | Clean mats available at the retreat | ₹100 per class |
Ready to Practise?
Join us for a traditional Hatha Yoga class in Assagao, North Goa. Choose your preferred morning or evening session and book your Drop in Yoga Class in advance.
New to Yoga? You are welcome. No previous experience is required.
Before You Arrive
Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes before your Drop in Yoga Class so you have time to register, change if necessary and settle into the Shala.
Bring comfortable clothing suitable for Yoga and, where possible, your own Yoga mat. Clean mats are also available at the retreat for ₹100 per class.
Classes are open to both in house guests and outside visitors. Prior confirmation is recommended, as the schedule may occasionally change.
Traditional Yoga, not gym Yoga
At SWAN, Yoga is practised as more than physical exercise. Our approach is rooted in classical Hatha Yoga, with influences from the Sivananda and Satyananda Yoga traditions and the Bihar School of Yoga.
The practice focuses on asana, breath, awareness and preparation for deeper practices of Yoga. Physical strength and flexibility are part of the practice, but they are not its final purpose.
If you are looking for fast paced fitness Yoga, acrobatic Yoga or a workout focused class, this may not be the right environment. If you are looking for traditional Yoga in Goa, taught with depth and experienced guidance, you are welcome.
Experienced Yoga Teachers
Our Yoga classes are taught by experienced teachers who have spent many years studying and teaching within traditional Yoga environments in India and internationally.
The emphasis is on direct teaching, careful observation and helping each student understand the practice rather than simply moving through a sequence of postures.
Whether you are taking your first Yoga class or already have an established practice, our teachers offer guidance appropriate to your level while remaining rooted in the traditional approach to Hatha Yoga.
Personal & Private Yoga Sessions
If you prefer more individual attention, we offer Personal Yoga Sessions and Private Yoga Classes for small groups. These sessions are suitable for beginners through intermediate practitioners and allow our teachers to adapt the practice to your needs and experience.
| Session | Group size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Yoga Sessions / Small Groups | 1–4 persons · 90 minutes | ₹2000 per person |
| Private Group Yoga Classes | 5–8 persons · 90 minutes | ₹1800 per person |
Private sessions are ideal if you are travelling with friends or family, prefer a quieter setting, or would like more focused guidance from an experienced Yoga teacher. Advance booking is required, write to us to book a private session.
Yoga Packages
For those who would like to spend a little more time at SWAN, we offer a selection of Yoga packages in Goa that combine traditional Hatha Yoga with wholesome Ayurvedic food, Ayurveda and traditional yogic practices.
These experiences are designed to complement your Drop in Yoga Class and give you a broader introduction to the way Yoga and Ayurveda are practised at SWAN.
| Package | Times | What it includes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asana + Brunch Morning Yoga & Ayurvedic Vegetarian Brunch |
Yoga Class 07:30 – 09:00 Brunch 10:00 – 11:00 |
Join the morning Hatha Yoga class followed by a fresh, wholesome and easy to digest Ayurvedic vegetarian or vegan buffet brunch. | ₹1100 |
| Asana + Dinner Evening Yoga & Ayurvedic Vegetarian Dinner |
Yoga Class 15:30 – 17:00 Dinner 18:00 – 19:00 |
Begin with an evening Hatha Yoga class and stay for a freshly prepared vegetarian or vegan Ayurvedic buffet dinner. | ₹1200 |
| Asana + Ayurvedic Doctor Consultation Yoga & Personal Ayurveda Consultation |
By arrangement | Combine a traditional Hatha Yoga class with a personal consultation with our Ayurvedic doctor. The consultation includes an assessment based on Ayurvedic principles, including dosha, together with guidance on lifestyle, diet and daily routines according to your individual needs. | ₹2100 |
| Asana + Abhyanga Massage Yoga & Traditional Ayurvedic Massage |
By arrangement | Begin with a Hatha Yoga class followed by a traditional full body Abhyanga massage, using warm herbal oils. Abhyanga is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy traditionally used to promote relaxation, nourish the body and support a sense of physical wellbeing. | ₹2600 |
| Weekend Special Asana + Dinner + Havan & Kirtan |
Saturday & Sunday only Evening Yoga Class 15:30 – 17:00 Dinner 18:00 – 19:00 Havan & Kirtan 19:00 – 20:00 |
Join the evening Hatha Yoga class, followed by a fresh vegetarian or vegan Ayurvedic buffet dinner and our traditional evening Havan and Kirtan. | ₹3100 |
A simple way to combine traditional Yoga in Goa with nourishing food in the natural surroundings of our Assagao campus, and an opportunity to experience Yoga beyond asana. To book a package, write to us or message us on WhatsApp.
Havan & Kirtan
Every Saturday and Sunday evening, you are warmly invited to join us at SWAN for Havan and Kirtan, our traditional evening fire ceremony. 19:00 – 20:00 · Saturday & Sunday · Free to attend.
Havan and Kirtan are open to everyone. You do not need to be staying at SWAN or attending a Yoga class to join us.
We do, however, kindly ask visitors to send us a message before coming. This allows us to welcome you personally and make the appropriate seating arrangements for the ceremony.
Simply come, sit with us and experience this beautiful traditional practice of fire, mantra and devotional chanting.
Havan is an important part of the traditional rhythm at SWAN. The fire ceremony is accompanied by traditional mantras and followed by Kirtan, creating a quiet space to pause, listen and participate.
SWAN is probably the only Yoga retreat in North Goa where visitors can experience a traditional Havan and Kirtan as part of a living Yoga environment, without having to be a residential retreat guest. If you are visiting Assagao, looking for something beyond the usual Yoga class, or simply curious to experience a traditional fire ceremony, come and sit with us. You are welcome. Message us to join Havan & Kirtan.
Stay for dinner
You can also combine the evening with a delicious vegetarian Ayurvedic dinner at SWAN. Dinner 18:00 – 19:00 · Havan & Kirtan 19:00 – 20:00 · Dinner + Havan & Kirtan ₹1100.
The dinner is freshly prepared in our kitchen using wholesome vegetarian ingredients and Ayurvedic principles. After dinner, you can simply walk across to the Havan and join the ceremony. Prior booking is required for dinner. Havan and Kirtan are free to attend.
Booking dinner
Dinner is available to both in house guests and visitors, but advance booking is required. To book dinner, please contact us directly on WhatsApp or +91 8007 360 677, and send us:
- Your preferred date
- Number of people
- Whether you would like dinner only or dinner + Havan & Kirtan
We will confirm availability and reserve your place. For the Asana + Dinner package, please mention that you would like to book the complete experience, including the Yoga class and dinner. For the Dinner + Havan & Kirtan experience on Saturday or Sunday, please let us know that you would also like to attend the evening Havan. This allows us to welcome you personally and arrange appropriate seating for the ceremony.
Please note: dinner cannot be guaranteed without prior confirmation. Havan and Kirtan are free to attend; only the dinner requires payment and advance booking.
Plan Your Visit
Whether you are looking for a single Yoga class, a private session, an Ayurvedic experience or simply want to join our weekend Havan, you can choose the experience that suits you.
- Want a regular Yoga class? Join a Drop in Yoga Class in our open sided Yoga Shala. See class prices.
- Want more personal attention? Choose a Personal Yoga Session or Private Group Yoga Class. See private sessions.
- Want to combine Yoga with food or Ayurveda? Choose from our Yoga Packages, including brunch, dinner, Ayurvedic consultation and Abhyanga. View Yoga packages.
- Want to experience Havan and Kirtan? Join us on Saturday or Sunday evening. Havan and Kirtan are free to attend, but please message us beforehand so we can welcome you and arrange seating. About Havan & Kirtan.
How to Book
- Choose your experience. Select a Drop in Yoga Class, private session, Yoga package, dinner, or Havan and Kirtan.
- Choose your date and time. For Yoga classes, select the morning or evening session. For packages and private sessions, choose your preferred date and we will confirm availability.
- Book or message us. Use the relevant booking link for Yoga classes and packages. For dinner, private sessions and Havan and Kirtan, contact us directly.
- Receive confirmation. We will confirm your booking and provide any information you need before arriving.
- Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early. Please arrive a few minutes before your scheduled Yoga class or experience so you have time to register, change if necessary and settle in.
A small note for visitors
- Yoga classes: prior booking is recommended.
- Private sessions: advance booking is required.
- Yoga packages: advance booking is required.
- Dinner: advance booking is required.
- Havan & Kirtan: free to attend on Saturday and Sunday. Please message us beforehand so we can welcome you and arrange seating.
Not sure what to book? Just send us a message. We are happy to help you choose the experience that is right for you. Our Yoga experiences are rooted in traditional Hatha Yoga, Ayurveda and yogic living, offering visitors to Assagao and North Goa an opportunity to experience Yoga as something more than physical exercise.
What people say.
Written reviews from past guests.
“I had saturday morning drop in class (starts at 7:30am) and it is 90mins. It was good experience for traveller”
Choose your Yoga experience.
Whether you join us for a single Drop in Yoga Class, arrange a private session, stay for a meal or explore Ayurveda, you are welcome to experience SWAN at your own pace.