Ananta Yoga & Wellness Retreat at Marjan Island Resort & Spa

Ananta Yoga & Wellness Retreat, a week-long holiday to reinvigorate body, mind and spirit will take place between March 24 and 30 in Ras Al Khaimah at the Marjan Island Resort & Spa. Holiday makers will benefit from expert guidance to deep relaxation of body and mind to alleviate physical wellbeing as well as reduce mental stress and fatigue.

Widely acclaimed guru of yoga, Krishan Verma, Director of the Shri Shri Yoga academy and trainer of more than 2000 teachers across all 6 continents will lead the training. 100 guests around the world – US, Africa, China, Singapore, Mauritius, India, Malaysia and Jordan are already booked to attend.

Rashi Datt, Marketing Director of Yoga Ashram and one of its founders says.” We are proud to organise a global yoga event here in the UAE and invite all residents and visitors to take advantage of having the opportunity to gain knowledge, imbibe wisdom and attain overall wellbeing. Krishanji is a highly respected Yogacharya.  Through his mastery of yoga, his knowledge and most importantly, his teaching methodology, he brings out the best in his students. He ensures that each student experiences the effortless union of body, mind and spirit in his programs. The student emerges rejuvenated and serenely dynamic.’

The 7-day programme progressively improves toning and strengthening of the body, cleanses it to eliminate stored toxins, improves organ capacity and relaxes the mind to reduce tension and stress; to produce deep relaxation that is soothing to the body and mind. Supplemented by knowledge and practical wisdom for living a healthier, happier and more meaningful life, the end objective is to experience deep and blissful rest. The entire agenda and more information on the retreat are on the website www. anantaretreat.com

‘The Marjan Resort & Spa is an ideal venue for the rejuvenation programme and we are pleased to offer special packages for the 7 days. A package for one on a twin-sharing basis is US$ 1575 while a package for two sharing a double room is US$ 2520. This covers the 6-night, 7-day stay at the resort with access to the full 7-day rejuvenating programme and full day dining of high standards prepared by award winning chefs. Although we have a capacity of 300 guests, we expect to host around 200 this year and we look forward to the Ananta Retreat becoming an annual event’ Rashi added.

Online bookings for the Ananta retreat are on the event website www.anantaretreat.com

About The Art of Living. The Art of Living is a non-profit organization founded in 1981 by the world-renowned philanthropist and spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. The Art of Living offers effective educational and self-development programs and tools that facilitate the elimination of stress and foster deep and profound inner peace, happiness and well-being for all individuals. These programs, which include breathing techniques, meditation, yoga, and practical wisdom for daily living, have helped millions around the world to completely transform their lives. For more information access www.artofliving.org

About Yoga Ashram. The Yoga Ashram celebrates its 4^th year in the UAE. It was founded by three yoga practitioners who wanted to introduce authentic yoga to the UAE. Yoga Ashram’s studio is unique because of its ambiance that offers members a complete experience of yoga to rejuvenate the body as well as the mind. Yoga and Pilates classes run through the month catering to a variety of students – from beginners to advanced levels with special classes for children, women and for varying needs. It is the only yoga studio that is aligned to Art of Living. www.yogaashram.com