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Anders J.
Bergen
September 2026
Finally learned bandhas properly after years of half-understanding them from books and videos.
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Advanced Pranayama Workshop
Yoga shala, Rishikesh Riverside RetreatBy Ganga Ashram Trust5.0(1 review)
NewVerified partner1.5 hrsBreathworkHealMove
Advanced Pranayama Workshop
Yoga shala, Rishikesh Riverside RetreatBy Ganga Ashram Trust5.0(1 review)
- Duration
- 1.5 hrs
- Location
- Yoga shala, Rishikesh Riverside Retreat
- Type
- Breathwork
- Cancellation
- Moderate
Overview
A 90-minute workshop for practitioners ready to move beyond basic breathing techniques into retention and bandha work.
The Story
This workshop picks up where the ashram's general pranayama sessions leave off, introducing breath retention (kumbhaka) and energetic locks (bandhas) under close supervision.
What to Expect
Instruction and supervised practice of breath retention techniques and bandhas, with safety checks throughout.
Ideal For
Practitioners with at least six months of regular pranayama practice.
What's Included
- Small-group instruction (max 8)
Led By
SA
Swami Anandagiri
Senior teacher, Ganga Ashram Trust.
Where This Happens
Rishikesh Riverside Retreat
Rishikesh
Rishikesh
The self-declared Yoga Capital of the World, on the banks of the Ganges at the foothills of the Himalayas — meditation, teacher training, and genuine ashram life.
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Moderate cancellation
Full refund up to 7 days before check-in, 50% up to 3 days before.
₹1,300
per session
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