Yoga and Healing
SOHAM
Immersive Healing through Self Observation
and Awareness
Chronic ailments can cause immense physical, mental and emotional distress and upheaval.
SOHAM offers 14 days of Yoga therapy that can empower you for life!
1st to 14th June 2025
(Check-in: 1st June
Check-out: 15th June)
26th Oct to 8th Nov 2025
(Check-in: 26th October
Check-out: 9th November)
4th to 17th January 2026
(Check-in: 4th January
Check-out: 18th January)
15th to 28th March 2026
(Check-in: 15th March
Check-out: 29th March)
At Kaivalyadhama, we understand the concerns of those enduring chronic health conditions or psychosomatic disorders for a long time.
We believe that Yoga practice can inspire an encouraging outlook and fulfilling life.
Immersive Healing through SOHAM
SOHAM is Kaivalyadhama’s 14-day immersive on-campus Yoga therapy program specially designed for individuals suffering from chronic ailments.
Through alternate healing solutions for the body, mind, and emotions, SOHAM offers holistic treatment.
It compassionately addresses physical, psychological, social, and emotional aspects of chronic ailments, addictions and co-occurring disorders.
Through this two-week program, we take special care to work on your bodily stresses and mental anxieties caused due to continued ailments.
Why SOHAM?
Thoughtfully designed, SOHAM is a highly immersive and integrated approach to enhance mental wellbeing and enrich overall quality of life by way of traditional Yoga.
With SOHAM, our expert Yoga masters guide you to manage your suffering and struggles through rehabilitation and re-orientation for leading a normal life.
By altering our perspectives, SOHAM helps to seek and understand the purpose and meaning of life for a positive outlook.
As a retreat, SOHAM offers a combination of engaging therapy sessions, absorbing naturopathy treatments, and engrossing discussions.
Remark: We are focussing only on Yoga Therapy and Naturopathy, Sound Therapy is no longer a part of this program
Integrated Yoga Therapy
- Cultivation of Correct Psychological Attitude
Conscious observance of certain rules for self-discipline and self-training called ‘Yamas’, ‘Niyamas’ and ‘maitri bhavana’.
- Reconditioning of Psycho-Physiological Mechanisms (Neuro-Glandular-Muscular)
Asana, Mudra and Bandha and Pranayama.
- Other Yogic Therapeutical procedures and Yogic Principles of Diet
various types of lavages and special acclimatization processes.
- 'Yoga Practices' are Based on the Individual's Needs
- Individual-Specific Naturopathy Treatment
Who can Benefit from SOHAM?
- Individuals suffering from chronic health ailments.
- Cancer survivors and individuals seeking post-cancer therapy and rehabilitation.
- Individuals suffering from chronic anxiety and depression.
Experience Holistic Healing through SOHAM
Regarding Registration and Booking –
For registration, the participants need to book a room first then the booking reference code to be shared at onsiteworkshops@kdham.com to reserve their spot for the workshop. The workshop fee to be paid on arrival.
Program Dates
1st to 14th June 2025
(Check-in: 1st June
Check-out: 15th June)
26th Oct to 8th Nov 2025
(Check-in: 26th October
Check-out: 9th November)
4th to 17th January 2026
(Check-in: 4th January
Check-out: 18th January)
15th to 28th March 2026
(Check-in: 15th March
Check-out: 29th March)
Workshop fees including accommodation and meals
Single Standard Room with common bath is fully booked for 1st to 14th June 2025
Registration Till 10th May 2025
Single Standard Room with common bath: Rs. 44,400/-
Single Standard Room with attached bath: Rs. 54,200/-
Single Deluxe Room without AC: Rs. 72,400/-
Single Deluxe Room with AC: Rs. 76,600/-
Single Anand Room with AC: Rs. 99,000/-
Late Registration 11th May 2025, onwards
Single Standard Room with common bath: Rs. 46,400/-
Single Standard Room with attached bath: Rs. 56,200/-
Single Deluxe Room without AC: Rs. 74,400/-
Single Deluxe Room with AC: Rs. 78,600/-
Single Anand Room with AC: Rs. 1,01,000/-
Fees
Program Fees - Rs. 20,000
(For 16th to 29th June 2024)
(Accommodation charges extra)
Please Note:
- On registering to the workshop, you will receive the room payment link as per your choice of room and the payment link for the Workshop.
- On confirmation to room payment and workshop payment your seat to the workshop will be reserved.
Please Note:
- On registering, you will be redirected to the room booking page
- Please book your room to confirm your participation in the workshop
- Once the room booking is done, share the ‘Booking reference number’ at onsiteworkshops@kdham.com to block your seat
- The workshop Fees are to be paid on arrival
Please visit the link here for Room Details & Tariffs
Please visit the link here for Room Tariffs
Please visit the link here for Room Tariffs
Please Note:
- On registering to the workshop, you will be redirected to payment page for partial advance for the Workshop.
- On confirmation of payment your seat to the workshop will be reserved.
Please Note:
- On registering, you will be redirected to the room booking page
- Please book your room to confirm your participation in the workshop
- Once the room booking is done, share the ‘Booking reference number’ at onsiteworkshops@kdham.com to block your seat
- The workshop Fees are to be paid on arrival
Please visit the link here for Room Details
(The complete package pricing for the workshop along with accommodation is as given under “Workshop fees including accommodation and meals”)
Program Dates
19th February to 4th March 2023
(Check-in: 19th February
Check-out: 5th March)
1st to 14th October 2023
(Check-in: 1st October
Check-out: 15th October)
Fees
Program Fees - Rs. 16,500
(For 19th February to 4th March 2023
)
Program Fees - Rs. 20,000
(For 1st to 14th October 2023
)
Please visit the link here for Room Tariffs
Program Dates
6th to 19th November 2022
Fees
Program Fees - Rs. 16,500
Accommodation and meals
Single Standard Room with common bath - Rs. 16,408 for 2 weeks
Single Standard Room with attached bath - Rs. 24,472 for 2 weeks
Single Executive Room (Non-AC) - Rs. 27,160 2 weeks
Single Executive Room (AC) - Rs. 32,088 for 2 weeks
Single Deluxe Room (Non-AC) - Rs. 41,944 for 2 weeks
Single Deluxe Room (AC) - Rs. 46,872 for 2 weeks
Experience Holistic Healing
Program Dates
21st February to 7th March 2021
26th September to 10th October 2021
7th November to 21st November 2021
Fees
Program Fees - Rs. 16,500
Accommodation and meals
Single Standard Room with common bath - Rs. 16,000 for 2 weeks
Single Standard Room with attached bath - Rs. 23,200 for 2 weeks
Single Executive Room (Non-AC) - Rs. 25,600 for 2 weeks
Single Executive Room (AC) - Rs. 30,000 + taxes for 2 weeks
Single Deluxe Room (Non-AC) - Rs. 38,800 + taxes for 2 weeks
Single Deluxe Room (AC) - Rs. 43,200 + taxes for 2 weeks
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Workshop Teaching fees – NO REFUND (Transferrable to another workshop within six months)
Accommodation and meals
- Cancellation application before 7 days – refund of 75% of the amount paid.
- Cancellation application less than 7 days – no refund.
- Please email cancellation requests to booking@kdham.com Verbal cancellation requests are not accepted.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Workshop Teaching fees – NO REFUND (Transferrable to another workshop within six months)
Accommodation and meals
If you find it necessary to cancel your reservation, here’s what you can expect:
- Cancellations made more than 1 month prior to your arrival date are eligible for a full refund, excluding any applicable transaction fees.
- Cancellations made before 7 days of the scheduled arrival date will qualify for a 75% refund of the total amount paid.
- Cancellations made within 7 days of the scheduled arrival date, no refund will be provided.
To initiate your cancellation, please send an email to booking@kdham.com. Kindly be informed that we do not accept cancellation requests over the phone.
Daily Schedule
Our Dinacharya (Daily Schedule) is a very important aspect of your stay at Kaivalyadhama. We have designed the same based on the principles of Yoga, Naturopathy, and Ayurveda to ensure a holistic experience during your stay. From nourishment breaks at fixed time slots to practices at assigned hours and from wake up time to evening discussions, everything is carefully planned to reset your body clock for optimum performance and yet give you the flexibility to enjoy your therapies and self-time at Kaivalyadhama.
Our Facilitators
Yogacharya Sandhya Dixit
Yogacharya
Yogacharya Sandhya Dixit is one of the senior-most teacher in Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala. She has experience of 39 years in the field of yoga. She has actively conducted workshops and training camps at national and international levels. Her 10 days online workshops series in March 2020 ‘Yoga for senior citizens’ collaboration with the Ministry of Ayush was applauded and acknowledged by thousands of people. Her Pranayama online workshops have been successful since June 2020. Workshop participants love her style of teachings. She recently is awarded Swami Kuvalayananda Yoga Puraskar 2020 for her dedicated, committed and extraordinary work in the field of Yoga.
Dr. R. S. Bhogal
Joint Dir. Research at Kaivalyadhama
Dr. R. S. Bhogal is Joint Dir. Research at Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala, with more than thirty years of research and teaching experience, particularly pertaining to Meditation. He holds the first ever PhD in Psychology that discovers fundamental psycho-physiological bases of meditation. Formerly, Principal of Yoga College of Kaivalyadhama (Lonavala), he is Editor-in-Chief of Yoga Mimamsa (a biennial scientific Journal) of Kaivalyadhama.
Dr. R. S. Bhogal
Dr. R. S. Bhogal is author of seven books, including
i) Psycho-physiology of Traditional Yoga (in Korean)
ii) Yoga and Modern Psychology (in English and German)
iii) Yoga and Mental Health and Beyond (in Hindi, Gujarati, English, Bulgarian, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, German, Korean & Taiwanese Chinese)
iv. Yoga-Psychology & Beyond (English).
Dr. Bhogal is credited with a large number of scientific papers and is a recipient of many National & International awards and accolades. . Recently he has been awarded with prestigious Yoga Ratna award (2022). Widely travelled for spreading the message of classical meditation in many cities across Asia, America and Europe, Dr. Bhogal is ever ardently enthusiastic in discovering simpler methods of meditation for the modern life & living.
Dr. Santosh Pandey
Consultant Naturopath in Health Care Center Lecturer in College
Dr. Santosh Pandey is currently working as Consultant Naturopath in Health Care Center and will also engage as a Lecturer in G. S. College of Yoga and Cultural Synthesis. He has completed B.N.Y.S, MBA (Hospital Administration), FCSW, Ph. D. scholar; he is also Reiki Grand master level 12, Advance Pranic Healer, certified psychotherapist, PGDIA, and PGDIN.
Dr. Santosh Pandey
He has been awarded the President’s National award, and has also earned a Gold medal in Yoga and Naturopathy in 2005 awarded by the International Naturopathy Organization in New Delhi, India. He has over 24 years of Clinical experience in treating various diseases by way of Naturopathy, Yoga, and Acupressure & Acupuncture And, he has over 35 years of experience in Chakra meditation. He has extensive knowledge of Yoga therapy & Naturopathy, Wellness & Spa treatments, Basic & Advanced Acupressure healing. He has worked with various Institutes in the areas of Administration, Research & development, Consultation, Supervision, and Managing Operational Planning & Development. Dr. Pandey has participated in the International Conference on Yoga, Naturopathy and Arogya expo-2012 at Bangalore, AYUSH Ministry.
Dr. Praseeda Menon
Asst. Director, Research, & Asst. Professor
Dr. Praseeda Menon is currently the Assistant Director of Research at the Scientific Research Department, Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute Lonavala. She is an Assistant Professor at the G.S. College of Yoga and Cultural Synthesis, Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute, Lonavala, and serves as a PhD Guide.
Dr. Praseeda Menon
She completed her PhD in Industrial Psychology from Savitribai Phule Pune University. Currently, she conducts collaborative scientific research on the efficacy of yogic practices on overall health and well-being. She is also an integral member of the Kaivalyadhama Ashram. She is very passionate about unearthing scientific treasures in Indian traditional systems and unravelling this timeless
Dr. Ritu Prasad
Medical Officer – III
Dr. Ritu Prasad is a BNYS (Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences) and MBA professional with over Six years of expertise in natural health and wellness. She is the author of Sattvic Ahar, a book focused on the benefits of a balanced, natural diet for both physical and mental well-being.
Dr. Ritu Prasad
Currently, Dr. Ritu leads the Naturopathy Department at Kaivalyadhama, an institute renowned for its holistic health practices with traditional Yoga, where she has helped integrate traditional naturopathy with modern wellness techniques. Specializing in acupuncture and acupressure, Dr. Ritu utilizes these ancient therapies to address a wide range of physical and emotional conditions. A respected speaker and educator, she shares her knowledge on natural healing at national and international forums, promoting preventive care and holistic lifestyle management as the foundation of long-term health.
Dr. Sharad Bhalekar
Asst. Professor
Dr. Sharadchandra Bhalekar is an Ayurvedacharya and has done his masters in counselling and Psychotherapy (M.S. con-psy). He is working as Asst. Professor at Gordhandas Seksaria College of Yoga & Cultural Synthesis, Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala.
Dr. Sharad Bhalekar
Author of books, “Pranayama-mudra and meditation” and “Anatomy-Physiology of Yoga”, Dr. Bhalekar has a unique blend of modern as well as traditional approaches to yoga in his teachings and writings. He has conducted profligate workshops at National and International conferences.
Ms. Sindhu Tiwari
Yoga Therapist – Kaivalyadhama
Ms. Sindhu Tiwari has been associated with Kaivalyadhama since 2015. As a Yoga Therapist, she conducts one-on-one sessions for individuals having psychosomatic ailments.
In 2018, she started an immersive healing program – “SOHAM” for individuals who have had chronic conditions for a long time or individuals who have gone through intervention for cancer and need empowerment toward better physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health.
Ms. Sindhu Tiwari
Through this program and with her expertise and skills, she was able to transform many lives by using various Yoga Therapy tools.
Since 2020, she is working as a Manager- Learning and Academics at Kaivalyadhama.
As far as her educational background is concerned, she has a Master's in Yoga and a PG Diploma in Yoga Therapy. She also possesses an M.Sc in Food Technology and currently, she is pursuing her third Master's in Applied Psychology.
Please Note:
- Our programs are designed for participants who are independent.
- We do not provide transport for commuting within the campus.
- We do not provide any attendant. It is advisable to understand the limitations before making a booking.
- The confirmation of the stay of the participant lies with Kaivalyadhama Management on arrival in which case the booking amount will be refunded.
The battle with the COVID-19 Pandemic is not over yet, thus we are taking every necessary precaution. Your safety & Health is our concern.
- We request you to please cooperate with us when we expect you not to move out of the campus during your stay.
- Adherence to COVID 19 appropriate protocols is mandatory.
- ***With the prevailing pandemic situations, Symptomatic participants may require to undergo a RAT test on discretion of the Medical Officer
Let us Stay Healthy, Safe & Happy
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- For enhancing your personalised yoga experience, payments and bookings for all bespoke programs are accepted after discussion with our doctors, ON ARRIVAL only
- Wheelchairs are available on request
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