Sivananda Teens Camp
Madurai, Tamilnadu, India

Restore balance, cleanse deeply, and rejuvenate naturally.

Give your teenager a transformative summer in a joyful, screen-free, and spiritually rooted environment. The Yoga Summer Teens’ Camp at the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Meenakshi Ashram offers youth aged 12–14 a safe and supportive space to discover themselves through yoga, values, and meaningful community living.

Adolescence can be a challenging stage, with pressures from academics, peers, and the digital world. This camp helps teens build inner strength and clarity by learning essential life skills through yoga, creativity, and shared responsibility.

What your child will experience:

  • A calm, nature-filled setting in the peaceful Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Meenakshi Ashram near Madurai, South India
  • Daily yoga and simple meditation practices suited for children
  • Activities that develop:
    • Confidence and self-expression
    • Focus, balance, and resilience
    • Teamwork, leadership, and empathy
  • Karma yoga (selfless service): children take part in small daily duties around the ashram
  • A screen-free environment that encourages real friendships and creative play
  • New friendships with children from diverse backgrounds
  • A daily structure that supports physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing
  • A certificate of participation on successful completion of the camp

Why choose the Sivananda Teens’ Camp?

Rooted in ancient Indian teachings and values
Run by experienced staff in a safe, nurturing environment
Trusted by families – many children return year after year
Designed to help children grow into well-rounded, mindful, and joyful individuals

This is more than just a summer camp. It’s a chance for your child to discover who they are, connect with their inner self, and experience the joy of living with awareness.

Join us this summer. Let your child grow in joy, strength, and wisdom.

Daily Activities at the Teens’ Camp

Each day at the ashram follows a balanced routine filled with fun, creativity and meaningful learning. The activities are carefully designed to engage the body, mind and heart, helping children grow with confidence and joy.

Highlights of the daily schedule include:

Gentle yoga taught in a playful and engaging way. Children learn the 12 basic postures, pranayama (breathing exercises) and relaxation while developing focus and discipline.

A quiet time for reflection. Children sit together to:

  • Meditate (or sit quietly for younger ones)
  • Chant joyful Sanskrit bhajans
  • Listen to short stories with moral and spiritual lessons
  • Play team building games

  • Arts and crafts
  • Storytelling and puppet shows
  • Group games (indoor and outdoor)
  • Music, dance, and drama sessions
  • Themed workshops with guest teachers

  • Guided day trips to nearby sites of interest
  • Nature walks and learning about the local environment

A peaceful end to the day where children can:

  • Reflect silently
  • Write letters home
  • Read or draw quietly

  • Wholesome sattvic food prepared fresh each day
  • Nutritious snacks provided in between meals

This well-rounded routine allows children to enjoy, learn, rest, and grow in a safe and joyful environment.

Dates & Prices

Important Information for Parents

To help your child enjoy a safe and smooth experience at the camp, please read the following carefully.

Please make sure your child brings:

  • Any prescribed medication they need
  • 3 towels
  • Swimming costume
  • Yoga clothes: loose trousers and t-shirts
  • Water bottle
  • Notebook and pen
  • Torch/flashlight with spare batteries
  • Comfortable clothes for day trips
    One passport-sized photo

Other Essentials

  • No pocket money is needed. If you’d like to leave a small amount for emergencies, you may deposit it with the Ashram staff.
  • Free laundry service is available for children.

To maintain a peaceful and focused environment for all children:

  • Children must stay for the full two-week duration. Partial stays are not allowed.
  • No phone calls in or out during the camp.
  • Parent visits are not allowed during the camp.
  • The Ashram is not responsible for lost or valuable items.
  • Please do not send:
    • Mobile phones
    • iPods, radios or music devices
    • Electronic games
    • Teen magazines or comic books

  • Parents are warmly invited to attend the graduation ceremony.
  • Children are free to leave after graduation.
  • Overnight stay after graduation is free for both children and parents (one night only).
  • This is a great opportunity to meet the camp staff and see what your child has experienced.

Accommodation

The Ashram offers five simple and functional types of accommodation.

Single Room

Our single rooms are simple, functional and spacious. The AC and non-AC single rooms have an attached bathroom with hot water. All accommodation areas have shelving.

Twinshare Rooms

Our twin-share are simple, functional and spacious. Twin-share rooms have attached bathrooms with hot water. All accommodation areas have shelving and hanging space.

Dormitory

Our dormitory accommodation is separate for men and women and built as double-occupancy cubicles. Shared bathroom facilities are provided with cold water.

Please note:

  • For all accommodation a mosquito net is provided.
  • Couples are not permitted to share twin rooms during the course.