The Mandrekar Family live in a small hamlet in North Goa, where they are well-known for their talent in art and music. Ananda provides you with the opportunity to live with the family where you can learn tabla drums, cooking, painting, hindi or basket weaving.

In the family's garden there is a three bedroom cottage for Ananda guests to stay in. Lessons are not compulsory - it can be a great place just to relax, experience Goan family life and eat healthy home-cooked food.