This is a great place to spend some time if you need a bit of a retreat from the outside world, distractions, media and animal based food without being completely disconnected. Rather a space to reconnect, find some peace and routine in a space that supports that. The area is great, plenty of walking/biking trails, beach is wonderful for swimming and main center is in walking distance. Yoga classes are perfect for beginners or someone who has been out of practice. The meditations are deep. Swami Madhuram is talented, friendly, approachable and kind. If your lifestyle aligns (or willing to) with the principals and values of the ashram and you are open to integrate with the practice, the benefits for your hauora are priceless. Also.. would be perfect place to stay and integrate between transitions of sitting a Vipassana. Reccomend!