The Prama Institute & Wellness Center invites you to a transformative 5-day juice cleanse and yoga retreat nestled in the secluded beauty of the Appalachian mountains in Marshall, North Carolina. This retreat is the perfect choice for anyone seeking to experience the full benefits of the Prama Wellness Method — a holistic approach that combines juice cleansing, a plant-based diet, yoga, meditation, Ayurvedic lifestyle strategies, and stress reduction techniques.

The retreat offers a unique and holistic way to reset, relax, and revitalize body, mind, and spirit. Its central aim is to help the body release accumulated toxins — something we are increasingly exposed to in modern life — while providing a haven for healing from everyday stress. For those who wish to go deeper, personalized Ayurvedic consultations are available for an additional fee to help optimize health or address specific healing goals.

Your Facilitators

The retreat is led by two experienced practitioners. Ramesh Bjonnes is the Director of the Prama Wellness Center, where lifestyle is considered the best medicine. A writer, yogi, and workshop leader, Ramesh studied yoga therapy in Nepal and India, Ayurveda at the California College of Ayurveda, and is a certified yoga detox therapist from the AM Wellness program.

Radhika Banu is a certified sound meditation and wellness practitioner who has been deeply inspired by the transformative power of sacred sounds since childhood. She has studied under some of the most renowned teachers in the field and brings her daily practice of exploring and experimenting with sound to the retreat experience.

What’s Included

The retreat package covers four nights of accommodation on Prama’s secluded mountain campus, along with three daily nutritious, cleansing, organic juices and broths on full cleanse days. Delicious, light plant-based meals are provided for the first and last meals of the retreat to gently transition the digestive system into and out of the cleanse. Enema kits and mud packs for skin cleansing are provided, and participants have unlimited access to the cedar sauna throughout the stay.

The program features daily yoga classes and daily meditation classes suitable for all levels, along with specialized workshops on diet, nutrition, digestion, fasting, Ayurveda, and reintegration into daily life after the cleanse. Group sharing and support sessions foster community and connection, while evening workshops and activities may include yoga nidra meditations, sound baths, and movie screenings.

Group sizes are kept small — a maximum of 16 participants — to ensure personalized connection and guidance from the facilitators. Participants also have access to forest trails and nature hikes with a trusted guide, free parking, Wi-Fi in all facilities, and water and detoxifying teas served throughout the day.

Optional add-ons include personalized one-on-one wellness consultations with Ramesh and excellent massages, both available for an extra fee.

Schedule

Registration takes place on Wednesday, March 18th from 3:00–5:00 PM ET. The retreat runs through the following days and concludes on Sunday, March 22nd at 2:00 PM ET.

Accommodation & Pricing

Several accommodation options are available to suit different preferences and budgets. At the Prama Institute, a private room with a queen bed and shared bathroom is $1,435, a private room with a twin bed and shared bathroom is $1,290, and a shared room with shared bathroom is $935. At the Prama Wellness Center, a private room with a private bathroom is $1,535, and a private room with a shared bathroom is $1,435. All registration fees include program activities, accommodations, and meals. Detailed descriptions and photos of each accommodation option can be viewed through the registration page on the Prama website.

A limited number of sliding scale scholarships are available for some retreats. Those interested can contact info@prama.org for more information.

Location

The retreat takes place across two facilities in Marshall, North Carolina. The Prama Institute is located at 182 Ananda Girisuta Drive, and the Prama Wellness Center is at 161 Wellness Way, both in Marshall, NC 28753, USA.

Contact

For more information or to register, visit prama.org or call 1-828-649-9408 or 1-828-649-9911. You can also read testimonials from past participants on the Prama Wellness Success Stories page to learn about the incredible benefits others have experienced through the program.