To register please contact us to ensure there is space in the program and to review the accommodation options.

We now accept credit cards, but have not yet implemented on-line payments. If you wish to pay by credit card, please contact us by telephone at (250) 537-2326. Your credit card number will not be kept in our files subsequent to processing your payment. Please do not under any circumstances send your credit card information by e-mail.

We also take Canadian or US cheques and/or money orders. Payments in US funds will be credited toward program fees at the prevailing exchange rate.

When Payment is Received
Once we receive your payment and your registration form, we will email a confirmation letter. A receipt will be available upon arrival. If you pay in US funds, there may be a balance owing or refundable, depending on the exchange rate we receive from our bank.

Cancellation Policy

• Up to one month prior to your arrival date, your payment is refundable minus a $20 administration fee.
  
• Within one month and up to 7 days of your arrival date, a fee of $50 is retained, and the balance is held as a credit for one year.
  
• Within 7 days of your arrival date, a fee of $100.00 is retained, and the balance is held as a credit for one year.
  
• No refunds or credits are given if you cancel on the day of, or during a program.
  
• In the event that the Centre cancels a program due to insufficient registration or unforeseeable events, you will be notified 14 days prior to the start date and your fee will be refunded in full.

NOTE:  Credits are transferable to another person with your written permission.

Bodywork or Ayurvedic Sessions
To book or cancel bodywork or Ayurvedic sessions, please call the Chikitsa Shala Wellness Centre at least 48 hours in advance (250) 537-8443.

Meals
We serve a variety of healthy vegetarian meals. On your registration form you will be asked to indicate if you have any food allergies that we need to be aware of. Please let us know at least two weeks in advance of your stay.

What to Bring
Please bring toiletries, comfortable clothing, slippers or indoor shoes, a bathrobe, bathing suit for sauna which is scheduled during cool seasons, walking shoes, flashlight, an alarm clock and rain clothes. If you have a yoga mat, you are welcome to bring that too.

NOTE:  Our floors are used primarily for yoga classes; we do not wear outdoor shoes inside.

We request that guests do not bring pets, alcohol, non-prescription drugs, or non-vegetarian food, or wear scented body products, as we want to provide a fragrance-free environment for all. Smoking is not permitted at the Centre, or on the grounds.

NOTE:  Cell phone reception is not available at the Centre. A pay phone is offered for use.

Travel Information
Click here for a map and directions to the Centre.

Accommodation Rates
Tuition fees and accommodation rates can be found on program description webpages and registration forms.