Welcome to Chrissie's
In a safe, supportive, intimate group setting, you will immerse yourself in daily Ashtanga, Yin, meditation & yoga theory, while improving your health and well-being through Ayurvedic diet and lifestyle.
This 21-day yoga immersive will advance and refine your asana technique while increasing your awareness, strength, vitality and confidence. To supplement your physical practice, you will learn about history & philosophy, and explore spiritual themes to gain a deeper understanding and broader perspective of yoga.
Staying at Chrissie's allows you to gently establish a daily rhythm that resets your physical, mental & spiritual wellness. The wonderful staff know Deb & Shel well, and they're like family -- who spoil and shower you with love & attention.
Located in a quiet yet central part of Thekkady, Chrissie's is surrounded by lush greenery, tropical flowers and natural teak forests. All the Rooms are simply furnished, yet hold elegance in their unique and individual style. The Rooftop Pool and Lounge area provides a peaceful atmosphere with stunning views of the Western Ghats.
Chrissie's Café offers a variety of Authentic South Indian, Italian and Middle Eastern cuisine. Daily Ayurvedic meals heal imbalance in the digestive tract and boost healthy physiology. Eat like a Queen (or King) without bloating, feeling lethargic or heavy. Unconscious weight loss is common.
Ayurvedic spa treatments*** enhance your metabolism & immunity, release stress, detoxify organs, nourish skin & hair and alleviate pain. Spa like a King (or Queen) without feeling guilty or breaking the bank.
Explore town on foot or by tuk-tuk, for its exquisite shops, and barter with friendly merchants for spices, textiles, clothing and jewellery. Experience local eats and treats - from Chai to dark chocolate.
See monkeys up close or give an elephant a bath. All is possible here.
You will experience deep connection and love through new bonds of friendship and community. You will experience a deeper connection to your practice and to your Self. You will come away feeling aligned, loved, lighter, happier and more free than you have in a while.
Lose yourself amidst the breathtaking beauty of Kerala's lush landscapes. Find yourself amidst the people, food and culture of South India. Discover a Self you never knew existed.
This 21-day yoga immersive is ideal for:
This 21-day yoga immersive will advance and refine your asana technique while increasing your awareness, strength, vitality and confidence. To supplement your physical practice, you will learn about history & philosophy, and explore spiritual themes to gain a deeper understanding and broader perspective of yoga.
Staying at Chrissie's allows you to gently establish a daily rhythm that resets your physical, mental & spiritual wellness. The wonderful staff know Deb & Shel well, and they're like family -- who spoil and shower you with love & attention.
Located in a quiet yet central part of Thekkady, Chrissie's is surrounded by lush greenery, tropical flowers and natural teak forests. All the Rooms are simply furnished, yet hold elegance in their unique and individual style. The Rooftop Pool and Lounge area provides a peaceful atmosphere with stunning views of the Western Ghats.
Chrissie's Café offers a variety of Authentic South Indian, Italian and Middle Eastern cuisine. Daily Ayurvedic meals heal imbalance in the digestive tract and boost healthy physiology. Eat like a Queen (or King) without bloating, feeling lethargic or heavy. Unconscious weight loss is common.
Ayurvedic spa treatments*** enhance your metabolism & immunity, release stress, detoxify organs, nourish skin & hair and alleviate pain. Spa like a King (or Queen) without feeling guilty or breaking the bank.
Explore town on foot or by tuk-tuk, for its exquisite shops, and barter with friendly merchants for spices, textiles, clothing and jewellery. Experience local eats and treats - from Chai to dark chocolate.
See monkeys up close or give an elephant a bath. All is possible here.
You will experience deep connection and love through new bonds of friendship and community. You will experience a deeper connection to your practice and to your Self. You will come away feeling aligned, loved, lighter, happier and more free than you have in a while.
Lose yourself amidst the breathtaking beauty of Kerala's lush landscapes. Find yourself amidst the people, food and culture of South India. Discover a Self you never knew existed.
This 21-day yoga immersive is ideal for:
- experienced practitioners
- yoga teachers
- future yoga teachers
- practitioners who want to "get serious"
- practitioners who want to deep dive for their own sake
- anyone who wants to experience real shifts and transformation - physically, mentally & spiritually
A visa is required to enter India. Apply now.
India was never on my wish list. It was never even on my radar. Why did I travel around this planet to attend my first ever yoga retreat? One reason. Shelley D’Amico. Shelley and the instructors at Namaskar studio have changed my life. So, imagine my delight when Shelley paired up with Deborah Carruthers to offer this yoga adventure. Deborah is a master yogi and just a positive force of nature! The 7 lucky yogis who made their way to this yoga retreat were pampered with the care and attention of the Shelley and Deborah team. They are the ultimate dream yoga pair. Not only were we pampered, they challenged us both emotionally and physically. I left India a stronger woman.
Chrissie's resort in Thekkady spoiled us daily with the local produce that their chef cooked to perfection. I still can taste their creations in my mind. So yummy! Chrissie’s staff arranged all our tuktuk rides and massages and made sure we received the best of the best that Thekkady had to offer. I have travelled extensively and have never felt so welcome and appreciated. I still miss their smiling faces and think of them often.
This retreat was the trip of my life time. I cannot recommend it enough. It will stretch you. It will strengthen you. But mostly it will immerse you the beauty of yoga and the culture and beauty of India and stay with you forever.
- Wendy H.
aka: appreciative yogi
All-Inclusive Package Includes:
➤ 2 nights in Cochin + breakfast
➤ 22 nights at Chrissie’s Hotel (Single occupancy; double occupancy available upon request)
➤ Transportation to and from airport
➤ Daily Ayurvedic breakfast, lunch & dinner buffet
➤ Two (2) full body Ayurvedic massages✪
➤ One (1) Cooking Class
➤ Unlimited consultations with Ayurvedic doctor*
➤ Yoga studio on site
➤ Daily am & pm yoga classes, including Ashtanga, Yin, Restorative & Yoga Nidra
➤ Daily am & pm guided and silent meditation
➤ Daily Pranayama
➤ Learn yoga philosophy, history & the ancient language of Sanskrit
➤ Learn about Patanjali's Yoga Sutras & The 8 Limbs of Yoga
➤ Focus on alignment and adjustments to avoid injury
➤ Learn and practice drills to safely progress
➤ Learn about Ayurveda -- the Doshas, your constitution & maximizing the circadian rhythm
➤ Develop/deepen your spiritual practice and much more
*** ayurveda spa not on site
* does not include herbal remedies
✪ does not include any additional or add on services.
* does not include herbal remedies
✪ does not include any additional or add on services.
I just want to express my deepest gratitude to you and Deborah for all that you did getting us to and from India and all the wonderful yoga in between. The trip was above and beyond anything I ever expected. I feel so blessed and full of joy especially when I think of all the memories we made there with such fun loving Yogis🥰
Chrissie's Hotel is exceptional with its sweet hotel staff catering to our every need and the abundant, delicious food they dished out to us I will especially miss🤩
I would go back in a heartbeat to that beautiful, warm little treasure of a place!
- Deb G
Hotel Services & Amenities
Chrissie's Hotel - Front
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Room Designs
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Roof Top Pool & Lounge Area
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- Thoughtfully designed private rooms and bathrooms
- Private balconies to enjoy mesmerizing views
- Rooftop swimming pool & lounge area
- On site restaurant
- Five star concierge & customer service
- Wifi
- laundry service (extra charge)
- room service (extra charge)
- excursion assistance/arrangements (cost of excursion not included)
- currency exchange
- walking distance to shops, restaurants, bank & atm
- Located in a safe, quiet and central part of Thekkady
YOUR FACILITATORS
Shelley D'Amico,
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Deborah Carruthers,
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Both Shel and Deb started their yoga journey later in life.
Deb - a runner who was stiff as a board - began at age 50, and Shelley - a workaholic who narrowly escaped the corporate world, became a yoga teacher at 45 years old. Today, at ages 65 and 53, Deb and Shel are living proof that it doesn't matter how old you are, it's never too late to start or start over, and ashtanga yoga is not only accessible -- it's transformational. |
Deborah and Shelley are experienced in facilitating yoga retreats at Chrissie's. They believe that ashtanga yoga can be practiced by anyone -- in a way that's safe and supportive to one's own unique physicality.
Shelley and Deborah are kind, compassionate and loving humans who aspire to help people realize their potential and transform their lives.
Shelley and Deborah are kind, compassionate and loving humans who aspire to help people realize their potential and transform their lives.
I'm so glad I attended the recent India yoga retreat facilitated by Deborah and Shelley! The retreat allowed me to enhance my practice in a safe, supportive atmosphere. The daily posture clinics, meditation and group interactions were both challenging and deeply rewarding. Chrissie's Hotel is the perfect setting for a yoga retreat. Adel and his staff are warm, welcoming and highly professional. The food they prepared was amazing and the setting is magical. I highly recommend this retreat for anyone seeking a potentially life changing experience.
- Rob S.
Pricing & Deposit
Just $4750 before April 1, 2024
A $1000 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your spot.
** does not include flight
Payment Plan Options
Only 12 spots available !
I was dealing with very grave health issues that doctors could not explain, let alone fix. Truth -- I wasn't confident that I would be alive/able to take this trip. Within 4 days of arriving to Chrissie's, and after seeing an Ayurvedic doctor, my digestive health improved significantly. Throughout the retreat, my overall health continued to improve -- I was eating 3 meals a day which is unheard of ! I attribute my healing to the people, the delicious, healthy food and the Ayurvedic treatments. I am counting down the days until the next trip.
- Shelley D
Cancellation Policy
Please note that because Namaskar Yoga Retreats are limited to a small number of attendees, to allow for a more personable, intimate experience, our cancellation policy is in place to help guests and us alike work together sharing expenses that may arise from unexpected cancellations. HOLD DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE FOR ANY REASON. Full balance due 60 days before start date of retreat unless otherwise noted. Within 29 days of your retreat: sorry but no refunds given, no exceptions. Any refunds allowed will incur a 3% processing fee.
No one books a retreat with the intention of cancelling it, but unexpected events do occur, so please consider purchasing travel insurance (see below) and that it is your responsibility to read and understand our cancellation policies. Exceptions cannot be made for any reason, including weather, injury/illness, or personal emergencies. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the retreat, or for arriving late or leaving early. We recommend that you purchase your own travel insurance. We encourage you to purchase trip cancellation insurance in order that your trip fees will be covered should you or your family have a medical problem prior to your trip or while on the trip. Trip insurance should also be purchased to cover medical expenses in the event you have an accident while on the retreat. Most travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of making your reservation.
We reserve the right to cancel retreats with inadequate participant interest, in which case all money paid to Namaskar Yoga will be refunded. Notification of cancellation for this reason will occur at least 1 month prior to retreat start date. Namaskar Yoga cannot be held responsible for any personal expenses, such as airline tickets due to changes in itineraries or retreat cancellations.
Next Ashtanga & Ayurveda 21-Day Yoga Intensive
September/October 2024
