In January 2027, we invite you to join us at the biannual International Viniyoga Conference, Pilgrimage of Sound—a gathering of practice, presence, and living tradition. Rooted in lineage, carried through sound, and shared in community.
This special conference coincides with the 80th birthday of Mrs. Menaka Desikachar, the seniormost Viniyoga teacher today. A direct student of Yogācārya Tirumalai Krishnamacharya and a long-term student of her husband, Śrī TKV Desikachar, she embodies a lineage transmitted through sound, relationship, and lived experience. This gathering is offered in honour of her life’s work and unwavering dedication to Viniyoga.
Pilgrimage of Sound explores chanting and mantra as sacred pathways of transformation. Through vibration, rhythm, and attentive listening, participants are invited to experience sound as a bridge between body, breath, mind, and heart. The conference highlights the application of chanting and mantra within Yoga, Yoga Therapy, and spiritual inquiry, offering a deeply experiential journey.
Dr. Kausthub Desikachar is the successor and current lineage holder of the classical Viniyoga tradition of T. Krishnamacharya and T.K.V. Desikachar. A renowned yoga teacher, therapist, healer, and spiritual guide, he is dedicated to sharing authentic teachings of Yoga and integrating ancient wisdom with modern healing systems to promote holistic well-being.
He began studying yoga at the age of 9 under his father, T.K.V. Desikachar, and started teaching at 13. After earning dual master’s degrees from the Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani, he committed fully to Yoga. In 2011, he completed his PhD in psychology from the University of Madras, researching the effects of individualized yoga on quality of life.
As a Yoga Therapist, Kausthub combines classical Yoga and Ayurveda with modern psychology and global healing traditions to address physical, emotional, and spiritual health. His therapeutic approach includes tools such as āsana, prāṇāyāma, dhyāna (meditation), mantra, diet and lifestyle guidance, visualization, mudrā, and self-inquiry (svādhyāya).
Known for his depth of knowledge and compassionate teaching style, Kausthub empowers students and therapists to apply Yoga’s ancient insights in practical, transformative ways. He is the author of several books, including The Heart of Asana and The Yoga of the Yogi, a biography of his grandfather, T. Krishnamacharya.
Beyond teaching, he is also a photographer, writer, and co-founder of Synergies in Healing, a journal bridging traditional wisdom and modern science.
Mrs. Menaka Desikachar is an internationally respected yoga therapist, teacher, and speaker from India. She is widely known for her work in Viniyoga, a personalized and therapeutic approach to yoga that adapts practices to the individual’s needs, health condition, and life stage.
She was married to T. K. V. Desikachar, son of the legendary yogi Tirumalai Krishnamacharya, often regarded as one of the fathers of modern yoga. Through decades of study and teaching within this lineage, Menaka has played an important role in preserving and sharing its therapeutic applications worldwide.
Menaka has taught yoga therapy for over four decades, working extensively with individuals facing physical and emotional challenges. She is known for integrating yoga philosophy, breath-centered practice, chanting, and meditation into a holistic healing approach.
She has co-founded and led yoga therapy programs internationally and continues to teach workshops and training programs around the world, emphasizing compassion, adaptability, and the transformative power of yoga.
This retreat invites you to slow down and reconnect with the rhythm underneath all the noise.
To realign, recharge, and remember who you are– beyond the to-do lists and expectations.
Moving through your days, checking the boxes, showing up for everyone else. Maybe you’ve even forgotten what it feels like to just be.
It’s not about escaping your life.
It’s about returning to yourself, gently and fully.
You will be held by nature, supported by a like-hearted community, and guided through movement, stillness, and connection.
You don’t have to hold it all together here.
You get to soften. To listen inward.
To receive the kind of care and presence you didn’t even know you were missing.
Spend 7 days with us on the beautiful island of Koh Samui. Held at a luxury eco-resort nestled in the hills overlooking the ocean, the combination of comfort and nature will surround and soothe you. This is the ideal place to unplug, slow down that fast pace, and get back in touch with nature.
This is truly a retreat for the mind, body, and soul.
Your days here will help you relax, reconnect with yourself, and rediscover your inner light. Together with a like-minded community of women, we’ll create a space for rest, rejuvenation, and deep transformation.
For the mind: Through practices like journaling, somatic and naturopathy workshops, mindfulness, and meditation, you’ll cultivate clarity, self-awareness, and a deeper understanding of yourself. These practices are designed to gently guide you out of autopilot and into a more present, grounded, and connected state.
For the body: Enjoy daily yoga or qi gong, invigorating swims and hikes, sauna, ice baths, and three nourishing vegan meals a day. These activities honor your body’s needs and help restore balance, energy, and vitality. You’ll feel supported as you move, rest, and nourish yourself in a way that feels deeply restorative.
For the soul: Transformational practices like breathwork, somatic movement, and sound healing will guide you inward, helping you reconnect with your inner radiance and expand outward with renewed purpose and joy. Together, we’ll create a sacred space for heartfelt connection and soulful self-discovery.
Meet the community and settle into the space.
Meet the community and settle into the space.
Meet the community and settle into the space.
Meet the community and settle into the space.
Meet the community and settle into the space.
Meet the community and settle into the space.
Meet the community and settle into the space.
Meet the community and settle into the space.
Horizon Village & Resort, located within the serene Tweechol Botanical Garden in Chiang Mai, offers the perfect setting for wellness retreats, yoga programs, and corporate renewal. Surrounded by tropical greenery and peaceful landscapes, the resort provides a calming environment ideal for reflection, connection, and growth.
Between sessions, Koh Samui gives you easy wins: calm beaches, short hikes, and local food that doesn’t overcomplicate the week. Add a sunset walk, a quick dip, or a relaxed dinner to help players reset and sleep well. Everything is close, so you spend less time commuting and more time recovering.
If you want a day-off upgrade, explore Ang Thong Marine Park, visit waterfalls, or browse night markets for souvenirs. Keep it simple, stay hydrated, and plan around training times. Parents can watch, relax, or work remotely with reliable connectivity at the resort and nearby cafés. Our team can recommend family-friendly spots and arrange transport on request, so your schedule stays smooth from start to finish.
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Thailand 
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7 Days 
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