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Date
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Annual · April 26, 2026 · Free entry
International Yoga & Mindfulness Festival
A first-of-its-kind gathering on the island. Two traditions, one stage, hundreds of practitioners — outdoors at the Amphitheatre of Parque del Sur.
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Time
10:00 – 15:00
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Venue
Amphitheatre, Parque del Sur
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Admission
Free entry
Free entry~1,000 participants expectedRegistration required
About the Festival
A first of its kind on Gran Canaria.
On Sunday, April 26, the Amphitheatre of Parque del Sur becomes a living space of practice, presence, and collective transformation. For five hours, up to one thousand people will gather — not as spectators, but as participants — guided through meditation, breathwork, movement, and energy practices by masters from two of the most powerful traditions in the world of conscious living.
This is not a yoga show. This is not a wellness fair. This is a genuine, immersive experience — created by volunteers, rooted in tradition, and offered freely to the community of Gran Canaria and its visitors.
Two traditions, one stage
Where tradition meets science.
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The Traditional Path
The depth and wisdom of ancient yogic traditions, transmitted through living lineages of monks and practitioners who carry centuries of practice and inner knowledge.
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The Modern Path
The clarity and evidence of contemporary mindfulness research, brought by instructors and therapists who bridge contemplative practice with scientific understanding.
Your guides
Meet the practitioners.
Ramanatha
Shiva Prem Sagar Ashram, Italy — Monk since 2003
Ramanatha is a yogi, philosopher, lecturer, and sannyasi — a monk of the ancient Siddha tradition, carrying the living teaching received through over twenty years of study with his master, Guru Swami Vishnudevananda Giri. He holds the titles of Mahant (2017) and Mahapuja — Guardian of the Dharma (2019), and was appointed in 2025 as Retreat Master at the Shiva Prem Sagar Ashram in Italy.
Author of three books rooted in the Siddha tradition.
At the festival, Ramanatha will guide the full audience through traditional practices from this living lineage — opening the door to a depth of transmission rarely accessible outside an ashram setting.
Practices include: Yoga, Pranayama, Pranavidya, Shat-Chakra Yoga, and Meditation from the Siddha tradition.
Javier Villaescusa
Founder & Director — Mindfulness Canarias Compassion® Academy · 17+ years of practice
Javier is a pioneer of mindfulness in the Canary Islands — an international instructor of mindfulness and compassion, positive psychology therapist, and bioenergy therapist who has trained with leading teachers across Spain, the Americas, the United Kingdom, and India.
Former National President of AEMind (Spanish Association of Mindfulness and Compassion). Creator of the evidence-based Mindfulness Based Wellbeing (MBW) intervention and the first certified Mindfulness Instructor training programme in the Canary Islands.
At the festival, Javier will bring mindfulness into a language that is clear, practical, and immediately applicable — offering tools every participant can carry into daily life from day one.
Yogini & Sadhu Lilapriya
Founder of WIP — A Walk in the Park · Director of WIP Center of Meditation, Maspalomas
Known also as Lilly Rikhter, Lilapriya is the spark that lit this fire. A disciple of a realized Guru of the tradition of immortal yogis, she has spent years building something rare on this island: a genuine, living community of conscious practice through the free weekly gatherings in Parque del Sur.
The International Yoga & Mindfulness Festival is her vision made real — a gift to Gran Canaria, created entirely by volunteers, rooted in tradition, and offered freely to all.
The experience
What awaits you.
This is not something you watch. It is something you do — together, as one. Guided from the stage, the full audience practices as a single unified field.
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Guided meditation
Accessible to beginners, deeply nourishing for experienced practitioners — guided stillness from the Siddha tradition.
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Yoga & conscious movement
Traditional postures and alignment work rooted in lineage, guided for a large group in the open air.
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Pranayama & breathwork
Classical breathing techniques to regulate energy and mind — powerful tools to shift awareness.
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Pranavidya & energy practices
Subtle yogic practices of inner wind purification and concentration through the chakra system.
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Live sacred music
Performed between practice blocks to integrate and rest — mantras, meditative sounds, and sacred instruments.
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Mini-market & teachers
Books, ashram items, method guides. Time to connect directly with Ramanatha, Javier, and the WIP community.
Programme
The flow of the day.
10:00
Opening ceremony
Welcome and introduction with Lilapriya and municipal representatives. Find your place at the amphitheatre and connect with the energy of the space.
10:20
Hatha Yoga — opening practice
A gentle session to awaken the body and prepare the energy for the day. Led by Lilapriya.
10:40
Traditional energy practices
A guided session focused on vibration, movement, and body awareness to restore energetic balance. Led by Mahant Ramanatha.
11:25
Mindfulness session
A guided mindfulness practice designed to cultivate presence, calm, and mental clarity. Led by Javier.
12:10
Musical interlude
Live handpan music by Dave. A moment to relax, move freely, and enjoy the atmosphere.
12:35
Traditional healing practices
Energy circulation, body activation, and techniques to release internal blockages. Led by Mahant Ramanatha.
13:20
Mindfulness session
Second mindfulness session focused on awareness, breathing, and mental grounding. Led by Javier.
14:00
Biodanza & music
Live handpan music and biodanza session with Dave. Free movement and connection through rhythm.
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Open dialogue with the masters
Questions and discussion with the instructors. A space to share reflections and deepen the teachings.
14:40
Closing meditation
Heart-centered meditation guided by Lilapriya. A shared moment of gratitude and connection.
14:50
Festival closing
Closing words and collective chanting of three OMs — capturing the energy of this unforgettable day together.
Practical info
Everything you need to know.
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Free entry
The festival is completely free. Registration is required to secure your place — capacity is limited.
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What to bring
Yoga mat, water, sun protection, comfortable clothing. Outdoor event — dress for the weather.
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Easy access
Amphitheatre, Parque del Sur, Maspalomas. Reachable by foot, bus, or car.
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All levels welcome
No experience needed. Everything is guided from the stage, accessible to complete beginners.
April 26, 2026
Be part of something extraordinary.
Join 1,000 people for five hours of guided practice, live sacred music, and collective presence in the heart of Maspalomas. Free entry — register now to secure your place.
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The evening before
WIP Gala — A Solidarity Evening
Saturday, April 25 — Casa Cultural Maspalomas, San Fernando. An evening of live music, art, and community for WIP socios. 18:00 – 20:30.
Discover the Gala