Refresh, Reflect, and Rebalance with Monsoon Wellness Retreats at Six Senses Vana

INDIA, July 2024: As the monsoon season arrives in full bloom, Six Senses Vana welcomes the landscape at its greenest. Considered an ideal time of the year for a wellness retreat, the rains bring an opportunity to detoxify and cleanse the mind and the body while recovering from the summer heat. Inspired by Buddhist philosophy, the monsoon at Six Senses Vana is associated with Vassa – a historical practice where monks would stay in one location for three months and devote themselves to an intense study of Dharma teachings. The retreat period would thus be used for self-reflection, contemplation, and meditation. At Six Senses Vana, monsoon wellness programs and treatments incorporate this age-old tradition to nurture well-being.

“According to Indian traditional medicinal systems, the summer – monsoon period is recommended to incorporate routine and lifestyle modifications to stay clear of the imbalances in the body. According to Ayurveda, the monsoon is one of the best times to undergo detoxification and rejuvenation. During this season, the weather conditions are not extreme and hence, beneficial for intense therapies such as Panchakarma. Ayurveda recognizes three primary Doshas - Vata (air and space), Pitta (fire and water), and Kapha (earth and water). As monsoon is characterized by its cool and moist nature, it falls under the domain of Vata dosha. An imbalanced Vata Dosha can further manifest as bloating, joint aches, fatigue anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, and difficulty concentrating.”

Jitendra Varshney, Wellness Director Six Senses Vana

The monsoon season offers an ideal escape to Six Senses Vana with the following dedicated monsoon wellness programs including:

Ayurveda Panchkarma: Many Vanavasis visit Six Senses Vana for a Panchakarma retreat that comes with a specific Ayurvedic protocol assessed by an experienced Ayurveda expert. The retreat uniquely combines cuisine, therapies, healing spaces, and a supportive environment to make Panchakarma both comfortable and effective. The program includes consultations, personalized fitness, yoga, meditation, Ayurvedic treatments, cleansing therapies, and natural healing therapies.

Ayurveda Program: Six Senses Vana integrates traditional Indian and neighbouring medicinal systems, offering a unique fusion tailored to individual needs. After a personalized consultation, you receive a wellness plan specific to your dosha. The program helps heal emotional, physical, or energetic pain, addressing the root root cause, and developing healthy habits for longevity.

Detox Program: The Detox at Six Senses Vana program helps eliminate toxins, improve digestion, boost the immune system, and clear the mind through a yogic cleanse, low-intensity training, detoxifying therapies, and mind-body practices. Ideal for those experiencing fatigue, bloating, constipation, or dull skin, it also helps improve energy, metabolism, and skin clarity while resetting the body and promoting mental clarity.

Yogic Detox: The Yogic Detox Retreat at Six Senses Vana, enhances stress management, mental clarity, energy, and immunity. This all-inclusive wellness retreat promotes physical, mental, and emotional potential in a tranquil environment, fostering connection with nature. The retreat features private yoga sessions, Ayurvedic therapies, detox therapies, and daily well-being activities.

Chakra Balancing Yoga: The Chakra Balancing Yoga retreat at Six Senses Vana combines yoga, meditation, and holistic healing to deepen your understanding of the chakra system and enhance overall well-being. Aimed at beginners and improvers, the program, led by a diverse team of instructors, promotes harmony and balance that extends into daily life.

Retreats at Six Senses Vana

1. Ayurveda Panchakarma: https://www.sixsenses.com/en/resorts/vana/programs/ayurveda-panchakarma/
2. Ayurveda Program: https://www.sixsenses.com/en/resorts/vana/programs/ayurveda/
3. Detox Program: https://www.sixsenses.com/en/resorts/vana/programs/detox/  
4. Yogic Detox: https://www.sixsenses.com/en/resorts/vana/programs/yogic-detox/
5. Panchakarma: https://www.sixsenses.com/en/resorts/vana/programs/chakra-balancing-yoga/

About Six Senses Vana: 

Six Senses Vana is named after the Sal forest it takes refuge in. As the first Six Senses dedicated wellness retreat, it offers health and healing in the Himalayan foothills of India, just outside Dehradun. Ayurveda, Yoga, Tibetan Medicine, and Natural Healing Therapies combine with a rich daily activity schedule, deep commitment, and personalized support. The magic lies in the way these elements are fused together to best benefit guests, based on their current state of mind and body, and personal goals for the stay. Nourishing food, experiences for all the senses, and a kind-hearted team complete the retreat.

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