Discover Ayurveda in the Heart of Nature
At Tapovan Normandy, we invite you to step into a haven where Ayurveda, yoga, and nature gently intertwine. Just two hours from Paris and close to Deauville’s beaches, our retreats nurture body, mind, and spirit—restoring balance and inner peace.
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Step into a sanctuary where 40 years of wisdom in Yoga and Ayurveda guide you toward balance, vitality, and inner growth. Join us to learn, practice, and transform your life in harmony with nature.
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Welcome to Tapovan

Tapovan – Where Tradition Meets Well-being

For over 40 years, Tapovan has been France’s unique home for Yoga and Ayurveda—arts of living that nurture balance, well-being, and growth. As an open university, it welcomes all as a space where traditions meet modern life, and learning blends with experience and transformation.

Well-being & Care

Restore harmony with authentic Ayurvedic massages, mini-cures, and revitalizing yoga sessions.

Learning & Inspiration

Immerse yourself in our bookstore-tearoom, and engage with the works of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother, nurturing both reflection and renewal.

Upcoming Events & Workshops

Deepen your journey into Ayurveda and yoga through immersive events, seasonal workshops, and international gatherings. Whether in Normandy or Paris, each program is carefully curated to enrich your well-being and expand your understanding of timeless traditions.

A Universe of Yoga and Ayurveda

Yoga and Ayurveda are two inseparable sciences of life, offering harmony, strength, and clarity. At Tapovan, we unite these practices in their purest form—helping you rediscover balance, nurture vitality, and embrace inner joy.

Ayurveda as a source of inspiration

Both medicine and philosophy, Ayurveda has its roots in oral and written traditions dating back more than 5,000 years.
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Discover our Ayurvedic care

The week-long Ayurvedic cures represent a time for oneself, an inner journey, in this magnificent Normandy garden, in the heart of nature and near the sea.
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Massages for youth, beauty, and inner health

Come receive an authentic Ayurvedic massage from traditional India by appointment or as a mini-treatment.
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Discover Our Products

Extend your Tapovan experience beyond the retreat. From Ayurvedic supplements to wellness essentials, each product is created with integrity and care, inspired by the same philosophy that guides our treatments and teachings.

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Universe of Yoga

The practice of Hatha yoga at the Tapovan center is open to everyone, of all ages, in all seasons. Its goal is to eliminate tension, stress, and fatigue for a rejuvenation of the body and mind.

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Discover our certified online courses

For over three decades, Tapovan has been a trusted source of authentic Yoga and Ayurveda education. Led by Kiran Vyas and his team, our online courses bring traditional Indian wisdom to learners worldwide - right from home.

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Discover our certified training courses

Kiran Vyas, a pioneer of Ayurveda in France and Europe, and his team have been teaching Yoga and Ayurveda for over 35 years. All training courses provided by Tapovan have been accredited by the Continuing Education system since 1989.

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What our clients say about us

Guided by Wisdom, Inspired by Inner Healing

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Insights on Wellness, Balance, and Tradition

Our articles offer reflections on yoga, Ayurveda, and conscious living—guiding you to integrate timeless practices into everyday life. Explore writings from our teachers and experts that illuminate pathways to health, clarity, and harmony.