
Introduction
The Isha Yoga Center is a uniquely powerful and vibrant space for inner transformation, offering an experience that is both enriching and enjoyable.
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Guidelines
To ensure a pleasant experience for yourself and others at the Yoga Center, please be aware of the following guidelines:
The traditional greeting in southern India is “Namaskaram” with palms folded. As a sign of respect for the local culture, please refrain from public displays of affection such as hugging or holding hands.
Guests are required to wear traditional Indian attire. All clothing should be modest, covering the upper arms, thighs, and ankles (no capris or shorts) at all times. Please avoid tight or transparent clothing.
For women, salwars, churidars, sarees, full-length skirts, and kurtas with pants are acceptable. Men may wear veshtis, panchakacham, or kurtas with pants.
Photography is permitted only at Adiyogi. Please do not take photos or videos anywhere within the Yoga Center.
Removing one’s footwear before entering interior spaces is a part of the Indian culture. Please keep your footwear neatly on the racks provided.
The Isha Yoga Center has been established specifically for the purpose of supporting Yogic sadhana (spiritual practice). To maintain both the sanctity and security of the space:
Alcohol, illicit drugs, cigarettes, and non-vegetarian food are strictly prohibited on the premises.
Once you check-in, do not leave the Yoga Center premises for any reason.
Wear your access wristband at all times.
Offering
The Yoga Center offers two nutritious vegetarian meals daily at Bhiksha Hall. If needed, additional items can be purchased at the nearby Department Store. There are also several restaurants available - Peppervine Eatery, Moondram Pirai Eatery, and Velliangiri Unavagam.
You are encouraged to volunteer for at least 2-3 hours a day in the various areas of the Yoga Center, such as Adiyogi, Dhyanalinga, Linga Bhairavi, dining setup and serving, and gardening. Volunteering supports one’s inner growth and is a great way to get more involved in life at the Yoga Center.
For more details, please contact the Volunteer Reception at Welcome Point.
Services
Shuttle services and bullock carts are available on the following routes:
Shuttle Services:
Sarpavasal - Adiyogi
Adiyogi - Kalabhairava
Welcome Point – Nalanda – Brahmaputra
Welcome Point – Isha Home School
Welcome Point – Shivapadam 3 – Shivapadam 4
Bullock Cart:
Sarpa Vasal – Adiyogi
Welcome Point – Metal Bridge (near Bhiksha Hall)
Public telephone and internet services are available at the Welcome Point, and immediate Wi-Fi is available if in urgent need. However, you are encouraged to minimize external communication and immerse yourself in the spaces of the Yoga Center while here. In order to maintain the ambience, talking or browsing on your phone while walking is not allowed.
A paid laundry service is available in cottages. Please contact the cottage reception for more details.
Please note that the Yoga Center accepts payments in Indian Rupees only; foreign currencies are not accepted. There are two ATMs near Sarpa Vasal that accept certain foreign cards and dispense cash in Indian Rupees.
A Day at the Isha Yoga Center
| Time | Schedule |
| 5:30 AM – 7:30 AM | Guru Pooja and Practices: Gents at Suryakund Mandapam, Ladies at Sadhana Hall 1 |
| 6:00 AM | Dhyanalinga opening time |
| 6:30 AM | Linga Bhairavi opening time, Kalabhairava opening time, Kalabhairava Arati |
| 7:40 AM | Linga Bhairavi Arati |
| 9:50 AM, 10:35 AM, 11:10 AM | Brunch at Bhiksha Hall (3 batches) |
| 11:45 AM – 12:10 PM | Nada Aradhana at Dhyanalinga |
| 12:00 PM | Kalabhairava Arati |
| 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM | Aumkar initiation at Sadhana Hall 1 |
| 12:40 PM | Linga Bhairavi Arati |
| 1:20 PM | Linga Bhairavi closes |
| 4:20 PM | Linga Bhairavi opens |
| 4:45 PM | Games in grounds opposite Nalanda |
| 5:45 PM – 6:10 PM | Nada Aradhana at Dhyanalinga |
| 6:00 PM | Kalabhairava Arati |
| 6:10 PM – 6:45 PM | Darshan at Sadhana Hall 1 |
| 6:50 PM, 7:35 PM, 8:10 PM | Dinner at Bhiksha Hall (3 batches) |
| 7:00 PM | Adiyogi Divya Darshanam |
| 7:40 PM | Linga Bhairavi Arati |
| 8:00 PM | Kalabhairava Sthanam closing time |
| 8:10 PM | Linga Bhairavi Shayana Arati |
| 8:20 PM | Linga Bhairavi closing time, Shayana Arati in front of Suryakund |
| 8:30 PM | Dhyanalinga closing time |
| 9:10 PM | Bhakti Sadhana at Linga Bhairavi |
| 9:30 PM | Bedtime (please maintain silence in stay areas) |
How to Get There
The Isha Yoga Center is situated 30 kilometers (20 miles) west of Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Coimbatore, a major industrial city in southern India, is well connected by air, rail and road. Regular flights and train services are available from all major cities in India.
There are direct buses between Coimbatore and the Isha Yoga Center (View the timetable). Taxis can be booked from the airport as well as the railway station. Alternatively, you can also book a taxi through the Isha Travel Desk – visit vahanam.co/cab or email [email protected] for assistance.
Things To Do
A powerful 14-minute video imaging show projected on the 112-ft Adiyogi, depicting Adiyogi’s contribution to humanity, accompanied by a narration in Sadhguru’s voice.
Timings: Daily at 7:00 PM
At Dhyanalinga
Milk Offering: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Water Offering: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Midnight Meditation: Up to 1 AM (Gents only)
Being with Nature:
Lights off from 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
At Adiyogi
Local people from the surrounding villages celebrate in the presence of Adiyogi with an offering to the Yogeshwara Linga from 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM, followed by cultural performances and Annadanam, an offering of food.
At Dhyanalinga
Milk Offering: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Water Offering: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Midnight Meditation: up to 1 AM (Ladies only)
At Linga Bhairavi
Linga Bhairavi Procession: 7:00 PM – 7:50 PM (In front of Nandi)
Kailasha Vadyam: 7:50 PM
Purnima Abhishekam: 5:40 PM – 6:50 PM (Pre-registration is required)
Midnight Meditation: Up to 12:30 AM (Gents and ladies)
Being with Nature
Lights off from 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM (On Purnima, and the night before and after Purnima)
At Dhyanalinga
Pancha Bhuta Kriya: 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM (Pre-registration required)
Pancha Bhuta Kriya : isha.co/pbk-cg
At Nandi
Kailasha Vadyam: 6:30 PM
Quick Links
Contact Information
Isha Yoga Center
8300083111
Donations & Annadanam
+91 84484 47707
[email protected]
Isha Clinic
+91 94425 04648
Isha Home School
0422 251 5444/ 5
[email protected]
Sadhguru Gurukulam Samskriti
[email protected]
Isha Health Solutions
+91 83000 45333
Taxi Booking
vahanam.co/cab
[email protected]
Bus Service: Isha Yoga Center ↔ Bengaluru
20:30 — Sarpa Vasal Parking Area → Bengaluru
22:30 — Bengaluru → Sarpa Vasal
+91 94937 41212 / +91 73058 26660
Emergency Contact
+91 83001 00100