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By Nishang Narayan
Published on February 14, 2025
Alma Resort Cam Ranh is elevating its wellness experiences with the appointment of Umesh Kumar Sharma, a full-time resident yogi with 20 years of experience in the health and wellness industry. Bringing expertise from Rishikesh, India—often referred to as the "city of yoga"— Umesh has joined the resort as its Health and Wellness Manager, offering a broad range of yoga and meditation programs designed to cater to all levels of practice.
Guests at Alma Resort can now enjoy an extensive lineup of yoga classes, from traditional Hatha Yoga to dynamic Power Yoga and specialized therapeutic sessions. Group classes take place at the Yoga Room from Tuesday to Sunday, with options suited for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike:
For those seeking personalized guidance, Umesh also conducts private yoga sessions, tailored to specific health needs, including:
In addition to yoga, Alma Resort now offers guided meditation workshops from Tuesday to Saturday, featuring Yoga Nidra, a deeply restorative practice aimed at reducing stress and anxiety. The sessions also incorporate Pranayama breathing techniques, designed to enhance focus, calm the mind, and promote emotional well-being.
"No matter your ambitions, ailments, or anything in between, we customize our yoga practices to benefit your individual situation and health goals," says Umesh Kumar Sharma. "Our goal is to equip guests with lasting wellness techniques they can take home, laying the foundation for better living and a longer life."
Guests can participate in group yoga and meditation classes for VND 100,000 per person, while private sessions are priced as follows:
For further information or to book a session, visit www.alma-resort.com, call +84 258 399 1666, or email info@alma-resort.com.
Nestled on Vietnam’s Cam Ranh peninsula, Alma Resort is a 30-hectare beachfront retreat offering luxurious accommodations and world-class amenities. With 580 oversized suites and pavilions, 12 swimming pools, a waterpark, spa, cinema, and an array of dining options, Alma delivers an unforgettable escape for travelers seeking relaxation and adventure. Recognized as one of Southeast Asia’s top resorts, Alma ranked No. 2 in Asia and No. 9 worldwide in Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards.
For a revitalizing wellness retreat that goes beyond relaxation, Alma Resort’s yoga and meditation programs provide the perfect balance of rejuvenation and mindful living.
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Published on June 23, 2026
Osho Dham marked International Yoga Day on June 21, 2026, with a day dedicated to meditation, breath awareness, and inner transformation. The celebration brought together participants seeking to experience yoga beyond physical practice, focusing instead on mindfulness and deeper states of consciousness.
The day began with Dynamic Meditation from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM, energising participants through Osho’s signature active meditation technique. The morning set the tone for a deeper experiential journey into awareness and inner balance.
The celebrations continued with a special Pranayoga Meditation session held in the Meditation Hall, facilitated by Swami Chaitanya Keerti. The session explored the concept of Pranayoga, rooted in Patanjali Yoga philosophy and Vigyan Bhairav Tantra, focusing on the science of breath awareness.
Participants were guided to observe the natural rhythm of their breath, gradually moving from mental activity toward stillness and heightened awareness. The practice emphasised breath as a bridge between body and consciousness, aligning with Osho’s teachings on inner transformation.
Speaking on the occasion, Swami Chaitanya Keerti highlighted that yoga is not limited to physical exercise but serves as a doorway to deeper transformation. He emphasised that meditation helps individuals move beyond surface-level living into a more conscious and inward-focused way of being.
He further shared Osho’s perspective that breath penetrates both body and soul, and that a deeper understanding of breathing can lead to profound self-realisation.
The event concluded with a live band performance, bringing participants together in a moment of shared celebration and reflection. The strong turnout reflected a growing interest in holistic wellness practices and reinforced the significance of meditation-centric approaches to yoga in contemporary life.
By Hariharan U
Published on June 15, 2026
ELE|NA celebrated Global Wellness Day 2026 in India with specially curated wellness experiences at Minerals by ELE|NA at Vantara Niwas, Jamnagar, and ELE|NA Ayur at Sadar Manzil, Bhopal. Designed around movement, mindfulness, nourishment, and human connection, the initiative aimed to encourage guests and team members to embrace wellness in a joyful and meaningful way.
Observed on June 13, 2026, the celebrations were inspired by this year’s Global Wellness Day theme, #JoyMagenta, which highlights joy as an essential element of overall wellbeing. Through a thoughtfully planned schedule of activities, ELE|NA reinforced its commitment to making wellness accessible, inclusive, and deeply personal.
Sharing her thoughts on the occasion, Heidi Grimwood, Senior Vice President, ELE|NA, said that wellness should be personal, purposeful, and inspiring. She noted that Global Wellness Day reflects the brand’s Wellness Your Way™ philosophy, encouraging individuals to reconnect with practices that nourish both body and mind. According to her, the #JoyMagenta theme celebrates joy through movement, mindfulness, gratitude, creativity, and meaningful human connections.
The day’s programme began with an energising Aqua Zumba session, allowing participants to engage in fun, movement-based fitness. This was followed by a guided meditation session designed to promote mental clarity and inner calm. Guests later participated in an outdoor fitness session that encouraged physical activity in a natural environment.
The celebrations concluded with a restorative sound healing meditation experience, offering participants an opportunity to relax and reconnect through therapeutic sound frequencies. Throughout the day, guests also had access to a healthy snack and refreshment corner serving nourishing food and beverages.
Global Wellness Day 2026 marks the movement’s 15th anniversary and places a strong emphasis on joy as a conscious wellbeing practice. The theme encourages people to embrace gratitude, creativity, connection, and movement as everyday tools for improving quality of life.
The initiative aligns closely with ELE|NA’s Wellness Your Way™ philosophy, which focuses on delivering personalised wellness journeys tailored to individual needs. By hosting these experiences in Jamnagar and Bhopal, the brand sought to create uplifting environments where guests and employees could experience wellness in a natural, enjoyable, and memorable manner.
Through its ongoing wellness programmes across India and the Maldives, ELE|NA continues to champion holistic wellbeing experiences that help individuals reconnect with themselves, their communities, and the world around them.
By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on June 8, 2026
Technogym has launched its new Sand Stone collection, bringing together nature-inspired design, innovative materials and wellness-focused functionality. Created to elevate luxury homes and premium wellness environments, the collection introduces a warm and sophisticated aesthetic that blends authenticity with modern technology.
Inspired by the natural beauty of Mediterranean sandstone, the collection features neutral shades and carefully crafted finishes that seamlessly complement materials such as wood and stone. The result is a refined wellness environment that combines performance, sustainability and timeless design.
A key feature of the collection is its use of innovative materials and textures designed to strengthen the connection between people and nature. The product casings are made using Speckled Stone, an advanced plastic material containing 2-3% natural mica to create a stone-like textured finish. Additionally, 30% of these components are sourced from recycled materials, helping reduce environmental impact.
The collection also incorporates Warm Titanium finishes across frames and design details, offering a contemporary look that combines luxury with technology. Clay-inspired tactile surfaces, including handles and vegan leather seats, provide a soft and comfortable user experience while maintaining a natural aesthetic.
Natural beech and ash wood elements further enhance the collection, highlighting organic textures and craftsmanship. These details can be seen across products such as Personal Tools and Technogym Reform, reinforcing the collection’s connection to natural materials.
Designed for both residential and commercial applications, Sand Stone is suitable for homes, hotels, residential communities and fitness clubs. The collection enables architects and designers to create distinctive wellness spaces with a consistent visual identity, helping enhance customer experiences and strengthen brand positioning.
One of the collection’s standout features is its ability to deliver a complete wellness ecosystem across multiple fitness categories. Sand Stone offers a unified design language across Technogym Checkup, Artis cardio, Artis strength, Biostrength, Personal Tools and Technogym Reform, allowing wellness spaces to maintain a cohesive look throughout.
By combining elegant design, advanced materials and a welcoming aesthetic, the Sand Stone collection aims to create wellness environments that feel approachable and inspiring. The collection offers users a premium training experience while providing operators with an opportunity to develop unique and differentiated wellness destinations.
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