"The best cure for the body is a quiet mind".— Napoleon
You’ve been glued to a desk. Your back aches, your mind won’t slow down, and your body’s asking for something different. Sthairya is a weekend yoga retreat for people who’ve spent too long on screens and too little time with themselves. This isn’t about doing more. It’s about slowing down, softening, and coming back to stillness.
About The Facilitator
Namita (https://www.instagram.com/yogwithnamita/) brings a unique blend of corporate insight and dedicated yoga expertise to her teaching, deeply understanding the physical and mental challenges faced by professionals tied to desk jobs. With 15 years in the IT sector, she intimately knows how prolonged sitting, stress, and work pressures contribute to chronic issues like back pain, migraines, and thyroid imbalances.
Transitioning from corporate life to full-time yoga instructor, Namita leverages her qualifications—200-hour YTT in Hatha and Ashtanga, 85 hours in Pregnancy Yoga, and Level 1 Reiki certification—alongside nearly three years of focused teaching experience. She specializes in addressing the common health problems of corporate workers through tailored yoga practices that promote healing and resilience for both body and mind.
Namita’s approach is grounded in practical understanding and compassionate guidance. She has successfully led workshops for various companies and designed sessions that cater to diverse groups, including Indian and international students. Her commitment extends beyond traditional classes, demonstrated through unique initiatives like yoga sessions for social causes, including puppy adoption events with PawGa.
Her teaching not only aims to alleviate the physical toll of a sedentary lifestyle but also empowers professionals to manage stress effectively, fostering overall well-being and a balanced life. Namita’s journey from corporate professional to passionate yoga teacher equips her with the empathy and expertise to help her students thrive amid today’s demanding work environments.
What to expect
Sthairya is for anyone who’s been living from the neck up – minds racing, bodies aching, and souls on standby. If you’ve been multitasking through your days, losing touch with your breath, or simply longing to slow down, this retreat is your pause.
Accessible, gentle practices to release what your body’s been holding — especially if you sit all day or carry stress in your back, hips, or shoulders.
Simple breath techniques to shift from scattered to centered helping you sleep better, focus easier, and feel calmer overall.
No performance, no pressure. Just movement that brings you back into your body and out of your head.
You don’t need to write beautifully — just honestly. These sessions help you make sense of what’s stirring beneath the surface.
Hearty meals, quiet farm surroundings, and time away from screens to help your system find its ground again.
Schedule
The retreat flow outlined above is indicative and may be adapted by the facilitator based on the needs of the group, weather conditions, or other situational factors. We aim to create a flexible and nurturing environment where participants can get the most out of their experience.
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5 July |
11 AM Onwards |
Check in |
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1 PM – 2 PM |
Nourishing Lunch |
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2 PM – 4 PM |
Rest / Free Time |
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4 PM – 5 PM |
Settling in and finding your ground. Welcome circle and orientation to ease into the space |
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5.30 PM – 7 PM |
Undo the chair Releasing Hips and Lower Back. An asana session focussed on undoing long hours of sitting. |
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7 PM |
Dinner |
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8 PM – 9 PM |
Swar & Shwas: Harmonizing Breath and Mantra A calming practice using breath and mantra to ease mental clutter |
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9.30 PM |
Rest |
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6 July |
6 AM -8.30 PM |
Unwind the Spine: Gentle Movement for Spine & Posture A therapeutic session to counter desk strain and build mobility |
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8.30 AM – 9.30 AM |
Breakfast |
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10 AM – 11 AM |
Everyday Wisdom: Simple Tools from Yoga & Ayurveda Integrating small, doable habits for more balanced days |
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12 PM – 1 PM |
Unplug & Play Light-hearted, tech-free activities to reconnect with self and others |
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1 PM – 2 PM |
Lunch |
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1.00 PM – 2.30 PM |
Lunch |
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2.30 PM – 3.30 PM |
Rest / Nap |
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2 – 5 PM |
Rest or Tour and tasting at Sula Vineyards (optional) |
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5 PM – 6.30 PM |
The Art of Stillness: A Restorative Yoga Practice A deeply restful practice to slow down and replenish energy |
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7 PM |
Dinner |
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8 PM – 9 PM |
Closing Circle: Journaling & Reflection Gentle introspection to integrate the weekend |
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9.30 PM |
Rest |
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7 July |
8.30 AM |
Breakfast (Option to pack breakfast if you’d like to leave earlier) |
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11 AM |
Departure |
FAQs
Single Occupancy – 20,500/-
Double Occupancy- 16,500/-
(Includes retreat fees for two days, all meals and stay at Utopia Farmstay)
Yes, you can join on a single occupancy basis. Or you can also join in a double / triple occupancy basis.
The sessions are designed for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. You’ll be guided gently throughout.
The practices focus on grounding and restoration think deep stretches, nervous system regulation, breathwork, and slow movement, not intense or fast-paced flows.
Not exclusively but if your body feels tight, your mind feels overloaded, or you’ve been stuck in constant doing, this space is built for you.
Your stay at Utopia Farmstay for two nights, nourishing vegetarian meals, guided sessions, a pass for a wine tour at Sula Vineyards.
Please let us know in advance. The sessions are gentle and can be modified, but we’d love to discuss your specific needs to make sure it’s the right fit.
Yes. The schedule includes downtime every day for rest, nature walks, or simply being still.
Comfortable clothes, any medication or personal care items, and an open mind.
We’ll share detailed directions once you sign up. It’s a scenic drive from Mumbai or Pune, and we can assist with coordinating transport if needed. To reduce our carbon footprint, we encourage participants to carpool.
Cancellations made at least 30 days before the retreat will receive a partial refund. Cancellations after that are non-refundable as we make advance arrangements. If you’re unsure, reach out — we’re happy to talk it through.
Yes, you can call us on +91 8779621583
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