Where Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Well-being
Welcome to Tapovan
For over four decades, Tapovan has stood as a sanctuary in France dedicated to the timeless sciences of Yoga and Ayurveda - nurturing balance, well-being, and self-discovery. As an open university, Tapovan welcomes all who seek harmony and growth. It is a space where knowledge and experience intertwine, where ancient wisdom meets modern living, and where every encounter becomes a journey of inner transformation.
Ayurveda at the Heart of Nature
Tapovan Normandy
Ayurveda at the Heart of Nature
Normandy
Nestled amidst the rolling meadows and gentle coastlines of the Pays de Caux, Tapovan Normandy welcomes you to an Ayurvedic sanctuary that restores body, mind, and soul. Designed as both a wellness retreat and a centre for learning, it combines the purity of nature with the depth of traditional Indian wisdom.
Here, ancient Ayurvedic treatments meet the calm of Japanese tranquility – offering therapies that detoxify, rejuvenate, and awaken inner balance. Guests can also enrol in specialized programs on Ayurvedic cooking, massage, and lifestyle practices.
Tapovan Normandy is not just a destination; it is a journey inward – a place where silence heals, nature teaches, and Ayurveda transforms.
A center for Holistic healing
Paris
Tapovan Paris extends the same philosophy of healing and harmony into the heart of the city. Located in a tranquil corner of Paris, this centre is a vibrant space for learning, therapy, and cultural exchange.
It offers a rich array of Ayurvedic treatments, Hatha Yoga sessions, Marma therapy, Ayurvedic cuisine workshops, and mindfulness programs – all curated to restore vitality and deepen awareness. Tapovan Paris also serves as a renowned training hub for practitioners and students from across Europe, offering certified courses in Ayurveda, massage, and Indian wellness disciplines.
Whether you’re seeking to relax, learn, or simply reconnect, Tapovan Paris welcomes you into a space that feels both contemporary and timeless – where every session is an invitation to rediscover the essence of balance.
Get Started
Get Started Begin Your Journey to Balance and Renewal
Experience authentic Ayurvedic therapies and Javanese-inspired rituals designed to restore harmony in body, mind, and spirit. Take the first step toward your wellness today.
Why Choose Us
Discover Care Rooted in Ancient Wisdom
We blend Ayurvedic traditions with Javanese tranquility to deliver authentic healing experiences. Every treatment is designed to restore balance, vitality, and inner peace.
Authentic Ayurveda
Experience true Ayurvedic therapies rooted in centuries of healing wisdom.
Trusted Expertise
Receive care from experienced therapists guided by holistic understanding and deep knowledge.
Happy Clients
Cherished by guests who rediscovered balance, renewal, and lasting well-being.
Guided by Wisdom. Inspired by Purpose.
The Visionary Behind Tapovan
Kiran Vyas
Founder-Director of Tapovan Open University, a bridge between East and West
Inspired by
Gandhi, Tagore, The Mother, Sri Aurobindo and Yehudi Menuhin
Tapovan was founded in 1983 by Kiran Vyas, an educator, philosopher, and pioneer who envisioned a space where Ayurveda and Yoga could flourish in Europe. Deeply influenced by the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi and Sri Aurobindo, Kiran Vyas dedicated his life to uniting the spiritual depth of India with the curiosity and openness of the West.
A former student of the Sri Aurobindo International Centre for Education in Pondicherry, Kiran Vyas carried with him a vision – to make wellness a way of life. His early centres in Paris and Normandy became the first of their kind in Europe, offering authentic Ayurvedic education, healing, and research long before holistic wellness became a global movement.
Today, his work stands as a living bridge – blending ancient philosophy with modern sensibilities, science with soul, and knowledge with compassion.
Our Team
Behind our success lies a team of passionate souls who embody the heart of Tapovan - teachers, healers, and guides united by a shared devotion to authentic Ayurveda and Yoga, bringing wisdom, warmth, and mindful care to everyone who walks through our doors.
Corinne Dupont
Expert in Indian culture and wellness advocacy. Known for her leadership and dedication to spreading holistic education.
Chantal Signoret
Co-founder of Tapovan Paris. A lifelong advocate of Yoga and Ayurveda, bringing passion and precision to holistic education.
Pankaj Vyas
Agricultural engineer and Ayurvedic massage expert devoted to sustainable wellness practices and authentic training.
Falguni Vyas
Specialist in Ayurvedic cooking and holistic living, inspiring healthy eating through knowledge and mindfulness.
Sandrine Lemasson
Manager of Tapovan Normandy. Certified Ayurvedic massage therapist and academic coordinator of Tapovan Open University
