Our retreats are sacred spaces for inner growth, well-being, and authentic human connection. To ensure a safe, respectful, and uplifting experience for everyone, we ask all participants to read and agree to the following guidelines. These reflect the values we live by and the atmosphere we want to co-create together.
At Vistara, we follow principles rooted in yoga ethics — practical values that help us live with more awareness, kindness, and purpose. These principles are invitations to build a culture based on mutual respect and collective care.
Our core values towards everyone are:
1. Act with consideration and kindness — avoid causing harm in thoughts, words, or actions. Let your presence be a source of peace and support for others.
2. Speak with honesty and compassion — choose words that uplift, clarify, and respect the dignity of others.
3. Respect what belongs to others — avoid taking or desiring what others have, and celebrate contentment over comparison.
4. Use resources responsibly — avoid waste and honor what you’ve been given. Simplicity creates space for what really matters.
5. Treat everyone with respect and reverence — honor the humanity and dignity in each person, regardless of background or belief.
And, our core values towards ourselves are:
1. Keep your body, space, and thoughts clean and clear — maintaining a clean and organized environment helps support a state of inner peace.
2. Be present and content in the moment — keeping a positive and optimistic attitude helps to balance the mind.
3. Always give your best — make an effort, even when the situation is difficult or uncomfortable, especially when that effort can uplift or support someone else.
4. Be open and committed to learn — take the time to strengthen your understanding of spiritual principles and practices and truly learn the deeper meanings behind them.
5. Stay connected to your deeper purpose — pause often to remember what brings meaning and direction to your life, and let your connection to something greater guide your choices and the path of your heart.
To maintain a safe and welcoming environment, participants are asked to:
1) Follow local laws and the retreat site’s rules.
2) Avoid the use of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products during the retreat. Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the property.
3) Refrain from bringing weapons or firearms.
4) Dress respectfully, especially during shared spiritual activities. Avoid unnecessary bodily exposure.
5) Avoid clothing with messages or imagery that may be considered inappropriate or offensive for a peaceful, spiritual environment.
6) Follow instructions from facilitators and organizers. If you have any issues or concerns, kindly discuss them with the organizers privately.
7) Treat everyone with respect—harassment, discrimination, intimidation, or disrespect of any kind will not be tolerated.
We reserve the right to ask anyone engaging in harmful or disruptive behavior to leave the retreat without refund. This ensures safety and respect for all.
If you ever feel disrespected, unsafe, or unwelcome, you are encouraged to report your concern to a designated team member or organizer. Organizers are committed to listening and taking meaningful action and all reports will be treated with care and confidentiality.
▪️Please be considerate by keeping bathrooms and shared spaces clean for others.
▪️Don’t move furniture without permission.
▪️Cooking by participants is not allowed. For special dietary needs, please contact the organizers.
▪️In the public spaces, always return items after you have finished using them to their original locations.
▪️Do not enter or put items in rooms you are not assigned to.
▪️Once quiet hours have begun, please turn off the lights and avoid making unnecessary noises or playing loud music.
▪️Upon departure, please dispose of trash properly, leave your room clean and leave all used towels and linens on top of the bed (do NOT remake the bed).
▪️If you cause any damage to or loss of our property, you may be asked to cover the cost to repair or replace it.
▪️We are not responsible for any damage to or loss of your personal property. Please keep your items in a safe location while you stay here.