Activities
Learn, Reflect, Evolve
Learn and experience
Surya offers a range of activities including retreats in Asia, yoga teacher trainings, public talks and discussions, study groups, and online materials. These initiatives are organized by Surya members across different countries, made possible by our international network. Rooted in our mission, our activities are designed to share meaningful knowledge, and offer transformative experiences that support well-being, personal growth, and a living, modern spirituality accessible to all.
Retreats in Asia
Our retreats in India and Thailand offer a deep dive into both cultural discovery and inner exploration. Guided by the experience and trusted local connections of our founder, Stéphane Chollet, who spent many years in the region, each retreat is thoughtfully curated to align with the spiritual traditions and rhythm of the place. Participants engage in meaningful practices such as yoga, meditation, and philosophical teachings, while also enjoying time for personal reflection and group sharing. These journeys are designed to broaden horizons, nurture self-awareness, and offer a truly transformative experience.
Yoga Teacher Training
Surya World’s Yoga Teacher Training is a transformative journey that goes far beyond learning postures—it’s a deep immersion into the philosophy, practice, and teaching of yoga in its traditional, holistic form. Rooted in both Yoga and Ayurveda, the training balances personal growth with pedagogical tools, combining retreats, ongoing study, and real teaching experience. Guided by Stéphane Chollet and a committed team, it invites each participant to explore their full potential and connect with the essence of yoga.
Talks
Surya World’s Talks are spaces for reflection, exchange, and learning, open to all who wish to better understand themselves and the world around them. Through conferences, seminars, and informal gatherings held throughout the year, we explore diverse themes—from ecology and meditation to science and culture. These talks offer a true yoga of the mind, encouraging critical thinking, open dialogue, and conscious engagement in today’s rapidly changing world.
Study Groups
Our Study Groups offer an enriching space to connect, reflect, and grow together through online gatherings. Open to all, these sessions explore selected texts or themes of increasing depth, encouraging thoughtful exchange and shared insights. The group dynamic enhances motivation and clarity, while fostering a deeper understanding of philosophical and spiritual teachings and their relevance to modern life. Step by step, participants build both knowledge and inner connection.
Online Materials
If it is not possible to meet in person, you can access our teachings through online materials wherever you are. We offer a wide variety of content to support your practice and curiosity. From yoga classes and guided meditations to videos on our retreats and philosophical insights, our online resources are constantly growing. Explore our YouTube channel, follow us social media, or dive into our blog series for a deeper understanding of Ashtanga Yoga, Ayurveda and beyond—always at your own pace.
