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Shereya Retreat

Shreyas has been best described as a luxury retreat with a soul. Comparable to the more exclusive and private hotels in the world, our resident guests also have the opportunity to re-discover themselves through the practice and philosophy of Yoga. At Shreyas, we aim to demonstrate that Yoga can be learnt and practiced by all, irrespective of age, health and faith. We also believe that you do not have to compromise on your creature comforts to get access to authentic teachers and teachings from this eternal, vibrant and universally applicable philosophy. Life is a journey of self discovery and Shreyas provides the sacred space needed to retreat, reflect and rediscover yourself for a fulfilling, effective and purposeful life.

Shreyas also welcomes guests looking to simply unwind, rejuvenate, and enjoy the simpler pleasures of life.

Set in 25 acres of pristine countryside, 1 ½ hour's drive from Bangalore city airport, Shreyas offers its guests a luxurious home away from home. Accommodation comprises of 8 luxurious and earthy “tents” with open-air shower rooms, 3 luxury poolside cottages and one luxury 3-bedroom cottage.
The Vedic instruction, Athiti Devo Bhava, ‘treat thy guest as an embodiment of the Divine’, is the guiding principle behind Shreyas's service attitude. The 25 guests that can be accommodated at one time have the rare luxury of being cared for by our carefully trained staff in a secluded, private and serene environment. Meals comprise of a range of Indian, Asian and Western vegetarian cuisine made from our home-grown vegetables. Please note that no alcohol is permitted at Shreyas and guests are requested to smoke in designated areas only.


At Shreyas, guests can join in our daily yoga classes, stress management & wellness programs, rejuvenation massages, numerous packages on self-discovery, as well as a range of recreational activities. All programs & yoga classes are conducted by Inner Challenges, a life-coaching company dedicated to applying the wisdom of the Vedas and Indian spiritual tradition to enrich the professional and personal lives of our guests.

Recreational facilities include a rejuvenation massage center, yoga & meditation hall, a 25 meter heated & ozonated swimming pool, jacuzzi & steam rooms, outdoor amphitheater, home theatre and AV presentation room, a gymnasium, cricket net (with complete equipment including a bowling machine) and a walking trail that leads you through the lush green and fragrant landscape.

Location:

By Air: Flights to Bangalore are available from Europe, Delhi, Bombay, Chennai, Trivandrum, Vishakapatnam, Calcutta. Followed by a 1 ½ hour drive (50kms)

By Road: From Mysore, Belur, Halebid, Hampi, Bangalore. (35km from the city centre)

By Train: To Bangalore, followed by a 1 hour drive.

Transfers: The retreat is happy to arrange station / airport transfers at additional cost


Accommodation and Facilities:
Shreyas has 14 exclusive rooms that can accommodate a maximum of 25 people on a sharing basis.

Outdoor yoga & meditation hall: Qualified yoga instructors will guide you through asanas (physical postures), breathing, awareness and visualization processes for a healthier body and mind as well as enable internalization. This space can also be used for outdoor lectures and we can provide you with the required AV equipment.

An open-air amphitheatre for outdoor presentations and shows against the backdrop of nature.

Swimming Pool & Jacuzzi - The water in our pool with an infinity edge appears to cascade down to the meditation/yoga hall in the distance. The heated pool and jacuzzi are available for your use between the hours of 6 am till 10 pm. There is no lifeguard on duty and the pool has a maximum depth of 5 feet.

Library - An extensive variety of books are available for reading. Should you wish to borrow a book during your stay with us, please inform one of the members of the staff.

A conference room with modern audio-visual equipment, including a LCD projector and screen. The room has a home theatre for watching presentations, learning videos etc.

Gym : The gym is equipped with a treadmill, cross trainer and abdominal exercise equipment, with attached changing room & shower facilities.It is available for your use 24 hours. Please bring separate footwear for this activity.

Rejuvenation Massage therapies : We currently offer Thai, Indonesian and deep tissue massages to rejuvenate your body, mind and soul.