RETREAT THEORY & TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS

CULTURAL IMMERSION

• A foreign land

  • Getting to India is itself a transformative choice that reveals how near a real adventure is. The colors, scents, buildings, and people of India are feasts for the senses. Embarking on the literal journey of this retreat, itself creates an emotional foundation of alertness and openness, which are important physiological states when it comes to learning.

• Contrasting luxury and simplicity

  • The poverty of India is very often a struggle for first-time visitors. Witnessing the huge spectrum of lifestyle is a deep learning experience that this retreat explores by shifting from luxury to simple village living, back to luxury. Realizing there is beauty and joy in both, rejecting neither, is the peace-affirming perspective we’re going for.

• Family homestay

  • Our time in Khuri village with our host family is the heart of the retreat. This is the 6th retreat that has been hosted with the Badal family. It’s an intimate window into another way of living and being. Exposure to this way of life has transformed the perspectives and priorities of many who’ve attended Inirly India.

MEDITATION TRAINING

• Morning and evening meditations

  • All meditation sessions are designed to increase both cognitive control and a capacity to enter flow states (aka presence).

• Philosophy lecture series

  • The information we have supports our perspectives and reactions to life. Philosophy, a framework of information, is a form of intelligence that when learned, enhances our ability to rationalize circumstances and move forward as gracefully as possible.

• Self-inquiry and group dialogue

  • The final piece to the self-development puzzle is how these philosophical points, personal insights, and new experiences fit into our everyday lives. Making new knowledge fit into old paradigms is a critical piece of the “moving forward” process.

PHYSICAL CONDITIONING

• Asana (yoga posture) sessions

  • The particular yoga sequence of this retreat is an endurance and strength-based practice that will encourage flexibility, vitality, and coordination of the body.

• High-intensity breathwork training

  • Breathwork is a cornerstone of the process. The breathwork taught is a high-intensity physical practice that invigorates the blood, shocks the mind and body, and trains us to remain calm and present.

• Fasting and sensory sensitivity practice

  • The more sensitive we are to a nervous system’s signals, sensory experience, and thought process the less unconscious and reactive our choices become. Sensitivity training strengthens our objective presence, a key factor in living and thinking well.

TASK FOCUSED ITINERARY

1. See 7 sunrises in a row

2. Ride a local Indian night train

3. Hold postures for 7-minutes

4. Finish 1 Hour Breathwork circuit

5. Meditate for record time

6. Lead a group night practice

7. Be vulnerable, speak up, and share

8. Hold breath for 4 minutes

9. Fast for 2 days

Rajasthan, India’s “Land of Kings”

The people of Rajasthan are Rajputs, descendants of a historic warrior culture. Rajasthan is distinct within India. From the hue of sand and sun that finds its way into everything you see, to the powerful fort cities that arose of necessity during Rajasthan’s historic war times, to the living culture of desert nomads with their camels, huge crimson turbans, and bedazzled shawls; Rajasthan is a truly wondrous place.

Alongside the personal growth and adventure of this trip, the cherry on top is Rajasthan itself.

*Below are photos of our three destinations within India; Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, and Khuri.

Accomodations & Trip Itinerary

3/2

• Land in Jodphur

• Arrive at the RAAS hotel, unpack, and decompress

• Formal introductions

• Retreat orientation

• Group dinner at a local rooftop restaurant

3/3

• Sunrise meditation and breathwork

• Slow morning, quiet breakfast

• Walk to key sites of the city

  • Walk to key sites

  • LiVE meditations and lectures at key sites

• Return, pack, and rest

• Group Dinner

• Night Train to Jaisalmer

3/4

1. Arrive at Badal Guest House for breakfast

2. Settle into homestay

3. Traditional Lunch

4. Group practice

   • Selected reading, meditation, yoga postures, breathwork, meditation

5. Traditional Dinner

6. Free time and rest

3/5 - 3/8

• Sunrise practice

  • meditation, yoga postures, breathwork

• Breakfast

• Group reading of selected book chapters

• Noble silence

• Breathwork

• Lunch

• Lecture and dialogue

• Asana and breathwork

• Dinner

• Bonfire at dunes

3/9

• Leave for one night Camel Safari in desert

• “Final exam” meditation in dunes

• Dinner in the desert

• Bonfire, bonding, and sleep at desert camp

3/10

• Wake up, return to Khuri, gather belongings

• Catch local bus to Jaisalmer

• Afternoon arrival to Surayghar Luxury Hotel

• Clean up, rest, and enjoy

• Closing specialty dinner

3/11

• “Grand breakfast” at Suryaghar Luxury Hotel

• Late check-out from Suryaghar

• Arrive at Jaisalmer Fort-City, check-in to local fort hotel

• Explore Jaisalmer

• Local temple experience

• Group dinner

3/12

• Breakfast and goodbye

• Checkout and transport to airport

Inirly: India is scheduled around Holi, an ancient Hindi spring festival.

As one of the most popular and anticipated celebrations of India, it’s spreading into Europe and other parts of the world for good reason. On the eve of the festival, bonfires are lit to mark the triumph of good over evil. The next day, the party begins. Colors. Music. Food. Dancing. Joyous celebration.

Staying for Holi isn’t part of the retreat so you’ll have to plan this adventure on your own. We’ll send recommended hotels and opportunities to travel to and from Pushkar as a group.

JOIN US IN RAJASTHAN

The retreat is limited to 7 people

Retreat price includes

1. All hotels and homestay

2. All yoga, meditation, and breathwork sessions

3. All transportation from location to location

4. Breakfasts while in Jodhpur

5. All meals while in Khuri

6. Camel Safari

7. Welcoming and Closing Dinner

Prices do not include

1. Flights

2. Meals not mentioned above

3. Souvenirs

4. Tips

Save your spot with a $700 non-refundable deposit

or pay the full retreat cost now

If you have any questions

FAQ

1. Where is Rajasthan?

   Rajasthan is a state in Western India, sharing a border with Pakistan.

2. Is it safe to travel in India?

   I can only speak for myself but, yes, India has been a safe country to explore for me and many that I know. Taxis will overcharge you but you can haggle. The poverty comes with scammers that are more clever than they are dangerous or harmful and people asking for money. As always, stay alert when in a new country and while traveling.

3. This seems far, Will you help support getting to the village?

   There will be detailed support regarding tickets and travel.

4. What is the VISA process?

   The fastest way to obtain a visa for India is via an e-visa. The e-visa is a multiple-entry visa and grants stays of up to 180 days in the country. American travelers can obtain an electronic visa for tourism, business, or medical treatment purposes HERE.

5. Can anyone come to iNIRLY: INDIA?

   Inirly: India is an intense retreat. Yes, anyone can come and participate. Willpower is all that it takes but there are hours of physical exercise every day. That is matched by hours of meditation. Take that into account. It would help to be familiar with basic yoga, breathwork, and meditation techniques but not necessary.

6. What are the cancellation policies?

   There is a $700 non-refundable deposit. 100% refund (minus deposit) is available 12-9months prior to retreat , 50% refund is available 9-6 months prior to retreat, and no refund is available 6 months before retreat.

7. Are there payment plans?

   We can arrange a payment plan that works for your budget.

8. What do you recommend if staying for Holi?

   If you want to stay for Holi we can discuss details and tips during a group video meeting after signup.