Back to Source An Embodied Return
An exploration of movement, mind, connection, and a place that became sacred. A return to Goa — and to everything that lives beneath effort and habit.
Dates
3–10 January 2027
7 nights · 8 days
Venue
Ashiyana Retreat Centre
Goa, India
The invitation
There are places that stay with you.
Not just as memories, but as something woven into who you've become. Goa is that place for me. For fifteen years, it was home. A place of teaching, learning, building, and sharing. A place where Brahmani Yoga took root and began to grow into the community it is today. So much has moved through that time — students, trainings, friendships, transformation. And now, after years of evolution, there is a call to return.
Not to revisit what was, but to meet it again with new eyes.
Back to Source is an invitation into that space. A return to the body. A return to movement as a way of understanding. A return to the deeper intelligence that sits beneath effort and habit.
Through daily meditation, journaling, asana, and movement exploration, alongside Dharma talks and embodied dance, we unravel the layers of resistance held in the body and mind — in the beautiful setting of Ashiyana Retreat Centre, Goa, India.
The sights and sounds of India come alive around us and within us. Whether you’re returning or new to Goa, we gather to explore, release the unwanted, plant seeds for the desired, and learn to just BE who we are — authentically.
With time and space, clarity begins to emerge. Movement becomes more fluid. The mind becomes quieter. And something within starts to reorganise itself — naturally.
There is something powerful in coming together in this way. You’ll reconnect with others who are on the path — perhaps meeting old friends, but certainly finding new ones. A shared experience that deepens not only your personal journey, but your sense of connection and belonging.
Daily practice & Rhythm
What We'll Explore
Morning
Morning practice & meditation
Each morning opens with meditation and journaling, moving into asana and movement exploration — practices that soften the body and settle the mind before the day begins.
EVENING
Embodied dance & Dharma talks
Each early evening we gather for embodied dance, restorative practices, Dharma talks, and other surprises — sessions designed to dissolve what the day held and deepen what matters.
NOURISHMENT
Ashiyana Dining Experience
Two meals a day from Ashiyana's celebrated kitchen — a post-yoga brunch and evening dinner. Locally sourced, beautifully prepared. Masala chai, ginger lemon and herbal teas available throughout the day.
AFTERNOONS
Free time in Goa
Afternoons are yours. Play on the beach, wander the local environs, or simply rest in the gorgeous setting of Ashiyana. There is also a full programme on offer at the centre each day that all participants may join.
This is not about becoming someone new.
It is about remembering what has always been there.
— Julie Martin
Where we gather
Ashiyana Retreat Centre, Goa
A sanctuary of tropical gardens, open-air shala spaces, and soulful architecture nestled on the shores of Goa. Ashiyana has been a place of gathering, healing, and transformation for decades — and the setting for much of what Brahmani Yoga has become.
Prices include accommodation and all sessions with Julie. Airport transfers are not included, but we can help organise these.
Visit ashiyana.com ↗
Away from everyday life and surrounded by nature, people and Mother India — expect change.
Expect magic.
Expect joy.
Investment
Accommodation & pricing
All prices include accommodation and all sessions with Julie. Choose your room when you register.
Early bird: 10% off with full payment by 31 July 2026
Need more luxury or couple accommodation? Additional options are available at Ashiyana — contact Julie to discuss.
How to book
Reserve your place
Register using the form below — We will follow up with a personal invoice and bank transfer details within 1-3 working days.
Your place is not booked and confirmed until we receive your deposit or full payment.
Cancellation policy
More than 90 days before start: Full refund minus a €75 admin fee.
60–90 days before start: 50% refund of total amount paid.
Less than 60 days before start: No refund. We strongly recommend travel insurance.
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@brahmaniyoga.com.
What we'll need from you
Full name and postal address
Email address
VAT number (if VAT registered)
Emergency contact name and number
Room preference (select on the registration form)
Your Teacher
Julie Martin
25+ years of research into yoga, dance, fascia, natural movement, and somatic awareness. Over 500 teachers trained worldwide since 2003.
Julie is known for challenging yoga norms when they no longer serve the body — blending modern anatomy with embodied inquiry. The work is quietly rebellious, grounded, and practical.