• Online Easter Retreat 2021

    Online Easter Retreat, 2nd - 5th April 2021

Easter retreat 2020

Rejuvenate at home with yoga, meditation and ayurveda

Friday April 10 (3pm) – Monday April 13 (3pm)

With the Acharyas, Swamis and teachers of the European Sivananda Centres
Guest speakers : S.K. Kamlesh (ayurveda acharya) and Cordula Interthal (Chandrika), ayurdeva therapist
Free admission for all. Invite your family and friends

Join us for the first ever Sivananda Easter Yoga retreat on line!
The swamis and teachers from all the Sivananda Centres in Europe will put their energy together to offer you a 3 day programme filled with prana, inspiration and joy

This retreat is an opportunity to deepen your yoga practice, learn new aspects of yoga and unite with many yoga practioners all over the world.
At this time of confinement, feeling united through our yoga practice brings relief, joy and hope.
We look forward to spending these 3 days with you.

The detailed schedule will be available shortly under www.sivananda.at and www.sivanandaorleans.org

Easter Retreat from Home

ACCESS AND PROCESS

You can connect to all activities through zoom. Links will be published in advance, so that you can get connected.

The schedule follows as much as possible the timetable of an actual Sivananda Yoga Retreat.

We will have Satsang in the morning and evening, Asanas & Pranayama in the morning and afternoon and a lecture or workshop in the early afternoon.

The Asana classes will be taught in 5 languages (English, German, French, Spanish and Italian) with different topics and levels

We would like to invite you to take advantage of the truly international spirit of this retreat and try out various languages and topics. The practical workshop, Satsangs and lectures will be taught in English with simultaneous translation via zoom.

If you would like to get inspired for your Easter meals, you can download here a collection of recipes. However please consider well if it is worthwhile taking the hygiene risk to go out for additional shopping.

The satsangs and Asana classes will be taught by the Swamis and senior teachers of the European Sivananda Centres. The afternoon lectures will focus on the topic of Ayurveda and Health and will be taught by guest teachers.

Download recipes

Simple Tofu and Vegetable stir-fry noodles

Simple Vegetable & Potato Soup

Simple Lemon dressing for green salad

Guest Teachers

LECTURE TOPICS

Ayurveda and Stress Management

with Chandrika Cordula Interthal

As one of the most important spiritual and healing traditions of the world, Ayurveda and Yoga provide a step-by-step guide to complete peace, health and harmony – a balance of the mind and the heart – opening up the deeper potential of human awareness.

Our modern lifestyle is one of the main causes of stress and how stress affects us. Ayurveda teaches us how a healthy, balanced life is the foundation for vitality and a healthy immune system. Knowing how to balance stress, recharge energy and get good sleep gives us the resources to change our lives step by step.

Lecture Topics

  • A healthy immune system with Ayurveda
  • Ayurveda and stress management
  • Speaker: Chandrika Cordula Interthal is an obstetrician and gynaecologist, Ayurvedic therapist and teaches yoga at the Sivananda Yoga centres. She is co-author of the new Sivananda Ayurveda book Practical Ayurveda.

    The ayurvedic science of nutrition

    with Shanti Kumar Kamlesh

    Ayurvedic nutrition offers a delicious and healthy alternative to conventional food choices as it considers food to be both nourishment as well as medicine. S.K. Kamlesh will present the dietary principles of Ayurveda and give a cooking demonstration of two easy-to-cook ayurvedic recipes.

    Speaker: Shanti Kumar Kamlesh is an Ayurveda Acharya. He comes from a traditional ayurvedic family and has been teaching Ayurveda nutrition around the world for over 30 years. His style of teaching is very spontaneous and enthusiastic. S.K. Kamlesh has been teaching hands on Ayurveda nutrition in the European Sivananda Yoga Centres for over 20 years.

    Daily programme

    Friday 10 April - Monday 13 April (Central European times)

    Friday 10 April

    4 – 5.45pm    Asanas and Pranayama Workshop: “Deep relaxation for body and mind” with Swami Ramapriyananda

    5.45 – 8pm    Dinner and rest

    8pm  Welcome Satsang with Swami Sivadasananda

    Saturday 11 April

    6.30 – 7.45am    Satsang “Raising the energy level with yoga” with Swami Ramapriyananda

    8.00 -9.45am    Asanas and Pranayama:

  • Focus on Pranayama: Italian
  • Intermediate “Asanas for hips and shoulders”: English
  • Intermediate “Combining posture, breathing and relaxation”: Spanish
  • Gentle “Opening the Body with progressive stretching”: German
  • Advanced “Forward bends – stretching from the toes to the neck”: French
  • 9.45 – 1.30pm  Brunch and rest
    1.30 – 2.30pm    Ayurveda lecture with Chandrika: “A healthy immune system through Ayurveda”

    2.30 – 4pm    Break

    4 – 5.45pm  Asanas and Pranayama Workshop: “How to build up your vital energy” with Swami Sivadasananda and Swami Narayanananda

    5.45 – 8pm    Dinner and rest

    8pm  Satsang “The meditation experience – surrendering to the Self” with Swami
    Kailasananda

    Sunday 12 April

    6.30 – 7.45am    Satsang “you are the Master of your destiny” with Swami Bhagavatananda
    8.00 -9.45am    Asanas and Pranayama Workshop: “Developing concentration and will power” with Swami Nityananda and Kailas
    9.45 – 1.30pm  Brunch and rest
    1.30 – 2.30pm    The ayurvedic science of nutrition with Shanti Kumar Kamlesh: introduction into the dietary principles of Ayurveda and a practical description on how to prepare two easy recipes: Kicheri and Rice Pulau

    2.30 – 4pm    Break

    4 – 5.45pm  Asanas and Pranayama:

  • Advanced “Standing poses and triangle variations”: English
  • Intermediate “Gentle backbends”: Spanish
  • Gentle “Balancing muscle length & muscle strength”: German
  • Intermediate “Asymmetrical variations and spinal twist”: French
  • Intermediate” Standing Variations”: Italian
  • 5.45 – 8pm Dinner and rest
  • 5.45 – 8pm    Dinner and rest

    8pm  Satsang “The power of kirtan to soothe the mind” with Swami
    Narayanananda

    Easter Monday April 13

    6.30 – 7.45am    Satsang “the power of prayer” with Swami Rajeshvarananda, with Easter chants
    8.00 -9.45am    Asanas and Pranayama:

  • Intermediate “Cobra, locust and bow variations”: English
  • Intermediate “Shoulderstand, plough and fish variations”: Spanish
  • Advanced “Meditative Holding of the Asanas”: German
  • Gentle “The Power of Autosuggestion in asana and relaxation”: French
  • Gentle “Breathing and Concentration in the postures”: Italian
  • 9.45 – 1.30pm  Brunch and rest
    1.30 – 2.45pm    Ayurveda lecture with Chandrika: “Stress management with Ayurveda”

    2.45 – 3.15pm    Final message: “Yoga for peace” and conclusion of the Easter Retreat with Swami Vidyananda

    Register here

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    Yoga for the back

    Wednesday 11 October
    6.30 pm

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    Saturday 7 October 2023
    2.00 - 3.30 pm

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    Friday 29 March - Monday 1 April 2024

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    Yoga Peace Festival

    Saturday 28 October 2023
    10.30 am - 7.30 pm

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    Vegetarian cooking workshop

    Saturday 30 September 2023
    2.00 - 5.00 pm

    Swami Kailasananda,</br>Yoga Acharya

    Swami Kailasananda,
    Yoga Acharya

    Swami Sivadasananda,</br>Yoga Acharya

    Swami Sivadasananda,
    Yoga Acharya

    Swami Durgananda,</br>Yoga Acharya

    Swami Durgananda,
    Yoga Acharya

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    Meditative Pranayama in the early morning

    Every Week, Monday - Thursday
    5.30-6.30 am

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    Online Fire of Yoga Workshop

    Every Saturday & Sunday
    3.00 - 4.30pm

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    Morning Asana Classes - ONLINE

    Weekdays
    7.00-8.30 am

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    Hatha Yoga, Tap the source

    Tuesdays - 26 September
    5.30 - 7.00 pm

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    Online Information talk, teachers training course

    Saturdays
    4.30 - 5.15 pm
    Wednesdays 6.30 - 7.15 pm

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    Online Teachers Training Course (TTCOL)

    5 November - 2 December 2023
    +
    Info Sessions Every Saturday
    4.30 - 5.15 pm
    Every Wednesday
    6.30 - 7.15 pm

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    Unite for a Healthy Planet

    First Sunday of every Month
    1 October
    1.00 - 1.30 pm

    Teachers’ Training Course Online (TTCOL)

    Teachers’ Training Course Online (TTCOL)

    TTCOL was created as result of the lockdown. The goal of this training programme is to prepare qualified and inspiring yoga teachers who are able to draw on their own practice and personal discipline to impart the yoga experience to others. The training is based on the classical TTC curriculum and is complemented by an hour of daily individual coaching.

    No Prerequisites: Open to all

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    Pujas and Mantras, South Indian Temple Ceremonies

    Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays
    5.30 - 6.30 am

    <div style="line-height: 1.3; color: #ce402d; font-family: catamaran;">Lecture</br>with Swami Durgananda</br>Yoga Acharya</div>

    Lecture
    with Swami Durgananda
    Yoga Acharya

    Saturday 8 February, 2.30pm

    Headstand Workshop

    Headstand Workshop

    The headstand is often known as “King of the Asanas” because of its remarkable benefits. To the surprise of many first-time students, this pose does not require any special strength or flexibility; all it takes is practice and going step-by-step.

    Children's Yoga Class

    Children's Yoga Class

    Children who learn yoga at an early age have a healthy head start in life. This class offers a joyful practice for children between 7 and 12 and includes postures, breathing, relaxation, meditation, chanting and storytelling - and lots and lots of fun.

    <span style="">Autobiography of Swami Sivananda</span>

    Autobiography of Swami Sivananda

    An honest, humble and inspiring memoir of the world-renowned saint and sage.

    <span style="">Vedanta for Beginners</span>

    Vedanta for Beginners

    A lucid inquiry into the nature of reality and the unity of all life. It’s language is simple and direct.

    <span style="">Practice of Karma Yoga</span>

    Practice of Karma Yoga

    How to spiritualize one’s daily activities. This book covers the doctrine of karma and reincarnation.

    Retreats in France

    Retreats in France

    Come share in our autumn rejuvenation retreat at the Ashram de Yoga Sivananda in the Loire Valley. A haven of peace, the ashram is an ideal place to combine the practice of yoga and meditation with relaxation and self-development.

    Retreats in the UK Countryside

    Retreats in the UK Countryside

    Join us for a five-day yoga and meditation retreat over the summer bank holiday weekend. Enjoy the transformative power of the yogic lifestyle amidst the spectacular scenery of Snowdonia national park. Relax, recharge and rejuvenate. Discover the benefits of classical yoga and meditation.

    London Study Retreats

    London Study Retreats

    Integrate mind and body. Our London study retreats offer opportunities to learn, grow and connect. Experience the best in holistic learning.

    Teachers' Training Course Preparation Day

    Teachers' Training Course Preparation Day

    Gain insight into a typical TTC day through this one day programme. Presentations cover the historical background of the Sivananda Teachers’ Training Course, the course curriculum, the course venues and the certificate of completion. There will also be time for Q&As, individual advice and guidance.

    No Prerequisites: Open to all

    Headstand Workshop

    Headstand Workshop

    The headstand is often known as “King of the Asanas” because of its remarkable benefits. To the surprise of many first-time students, this pose does not require any special strength or flexibility; all it takes is practice and going step-by-step.

    Prenatal Yoga Class

    Prenatal Yoga Class

    This class consists of classical yoga exercises adapted for pregnancy - yoga postures, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques to help the mind and body adapt to pregnancy, prepare for labour and adjust to a new life. No prior yoga experience is necessary.

    60+ Yoga Class

    60+ Yoga Class

    If you are over 60 and would like to take up yoga, the gentle class is the place to start. The body has incredible regenerative powers and even after a short time of practising gentle postures, we feel rejuvenated, sleep better and have more energy.

    Advanced Yoga Class

    Advanced Yoga Class

    Do you have a regular, well-established yoga practice and have you developed strength and flexibility in your postures? This class (Fridays only) will keep you challenged by guiding you through more advanced postures and extended pranayama practice.

    Intermediate Yoga Class

    Intermediate Yoga Class

    Are you past the basics and ready to incorporate more dynamic postures and variations into your yoga practice? Take your practice to the next level in the intermediate yoga class.

    Gentle Yoga Class

    Gentle Yoga Class

    Come to unwind, rejuvenate and enjoy a gentle approach to yoga. This class focusses on releasing tensions, gently works towards increased flexibility and strength and allows you to experience deep relaxation.

    Class Rates and Specials

    Class Rates and Specials

    The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre is a registered charity. Annual or life membership entitles you to reduced prices on classes, courses, workshops and retreats. Multi-class and unlimited class passes are also available at excellent discounts.

    Class Schedule

    Class Schedule

    We offer drop-in and online classes for practitioners of all levels. Feel free to explore which of our yoga classes is the best fit for you!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Helpful information for first time visitors to the Centre and new practitioners. Learn more about the practical aspects of a yoga class: the before, the after, and the actual classes themselves. Make the best out of your experience.

    Level 3 & 4 Courses: Intermediate Yoga

    Level 3 & 4 Courses: Intermediate Yoga

    Expand your knowledge. With regular practice we increase our overall physical and mental health and develop an inner sense of connectedness. As we develop, the asana poses consciously becomes a mental exercise in concentration and meditation.

    Level 1 & 2 Courses: <span style="display: inline-block;">Beginners Yoga</span>

    Level 1 & 2 Courses: Beginners Yoga

    An excellent introduction to a Sivananda yoga practice. The 12 basic poses or asanas are much more than just stretching. They open the energy channels, chakras and psychic centers of the body while increasing flexibility of the body and mind. Here we begin with the basic fundamentals.

    Karma Yoga

    Karma Yoga

    Interested in serving others? In deepening into yourself? Time and again, great yogis guide us to the wisdom of purifying our heart. There is no better way to achieve this than through selfless service.

    Chanting Workshops

    Chanting Workshops

    Kirtan or chanting is singing with love, devotion and faith. Kirtan elevates the mind, opens the heart and soothes the nerves. Kirtan gives you strength to face difficulties in life. It is a powerful mental tonic.

    Spiritual Festivals

    Spiritual Festivals

    Spiritual festivals are devotional celebrations full of light, full of colours and full of joy. The chants bring much joy and have a very positive effect on physical and mental wellbeing. The pujas are free of charge. Donations are most welcome.

    Positive Thinking Course

    Positive Thinking Course

    Learn simple and practical techniques to help improve the quality of your thoughts and tap into the creative power of the mind. We recommend attending the meditation course before participating in the positive thinking course.

    Meditation Course

    Meditation Course

    Take a step-by-step approach to learning how to meditate. Meditation is the art of slowing down and focusing the mind. It is an invaluable tool for emotional balance and peace of mind.

    Free Group Meditation

    Free Group Meditation

    Meditation teaches us that there is a power within each one of us, a peace and a wisdom which we can tap into once we know it is available.

    Detox & Fasting

    Detox & Fasting

    Fasting is nature’s healing agent. A fast gives the digestive system a rest, eliminates toxins and rejuvenates the entire body. Mentally, a fast develops concentration, strengthens the willpower and helps to release negative emotions.

    Ayurveda Courses

    Ayurveda Courses

    Ayurveda is a holistic science. It aims at preventing disease and improving health and wellbeing. It is a source of profound knowledge for improving and maintaining good health, curing disease and increasing longevity.

    Vegetarian Cooking Workshops

    Vegetarian Cooking Workshops

    The yogic tradition advocates a vegetarian diet. Predominantly plant-based, this diet ensures that our food gets its energy directly from the sun – the source of all life.

    <span style="">The Science of Pranayama</span>

    The Science of Pranayama

    Pranayama forms part of Raja Yoga and is an important practice for mind control.

    <span style="">Thought Power</span>

    Thought Power

    Swami Sivananda exposes in this book highly practical methods to develop the creative power of thought and regain mastery of our own destiny.

    Standard nightly rate
    • 52€ / nt
    Stay 7 nights or more
    • Special 10% discount

    Tent Space

    Our camping option is ideal for visitors seeking private sleeping out under the stars. Come reconnect with nature. Each of our campers are offered the use of our shared indoor shower and restroom facilities and use of lines on site to dry clothes.

    Please bring your own tent, mattress and sleeping bag.

    Standard nightly rate
    • 63€ / nt
    Stay 7 nights or more
    • Special 10% discount

    Bungalow Tent w 2 Beds

    Our Bungalow tents w 2 beds are a perfect balance of economy and privacy for those who would like to share their ashram experience with another guest of matched gender.

    Bungalow tents are fully furnished, spacious and standing height (9 m², height 2 m). They include a twin beds, bedding, shelf and electricity, use of our shared indoor shower, restroom facilities and lines on site to dry clothes.

    Standard nightly rate
    • 74€ / nt
    Stay 7 nights or more
    • Special 10% discount

    Bungalow Tent w 1 Bed

    Our Bungalow tents are ideal for visitors who seek a more reasonable accommodation rate but still desire a private accommodation.

    Bungalow tents are fully furnished, spacious and standing height (9 m², height 2 m). They include a twin bed, bedding, shelf and electricity, use of our shared indoor shower, restroom facilities and lines on site to dry clothes.

    Standard nightly rate
    • 63 € / nt
    Stay 7 nights or more
    • Special 10% discount

    Shared Room

    Our single-gendered shared rooms are ideal for visitors who seek a more reasonable accommodation rate, or who would like to have a shared experience with fellow guests.

    Each of these rooms is furnished with 3-6 twin beds (which may include a bunk bed) and includes use of shared bathroom facilities. Please note: if you are registering individually you will be sharing a space with roommates.

    Standard nightly rate
    • 74 € / nt
    Stay 7 nights or more
    • Special 10% discount

    Double Room

    Our double rooms are another excellent option for visitors who are seeking more private accommodation with only one additional roommate of matched gender. They are also well suited for couples.

    Each of these rooms is furnished with two twin beds, dresser and/or closet and includes use of our shared bathroom facilities.

    Standard nightly rate
    • 92 € / nt
    Stay 7 nights or more
    • Special 10% discount

    Double Room w Bathroom

    Our double rooms with bathroom are an excellent option for visitors who are seeking more private accommodation with only one additional roommate of matched gender. They are also very well suited for couples.

    Each of these rooms is furnished with two twin beds, a dresser and/or closet and includes a private bathroom.

    Standard nightly rate
    • 92 € / nt
    Stay 7 nights or more
    • Special 10% discount

    Single Room

    With large swing-open windows providing an abundance of natural light and a sweeping view of our grounds and gardens, our single rooms are a perfect fit for visitors seeking private sleeping quarters.

    Each of these rooms is furnished with one twin bed, a dresser and/or closet and includes use of shared bathroom facilities.

    Standard nightly rate
    • 108 € / nt
    Stay 7 nights or more
    • Special 10% discount

    Single Room w Bathroom

    Our single rooms with bathroom are a superb choice for visitors seeking a quieter and private experience. 


    Each of these rooms is furnished with one twin bed, a dresser and/or closet and offers a double glass door to a tiled sitting area, private bathroom.

    <div style="color: #373737;">Swami Kailasananda</div>

    Swami Kailasananda

    Yoga Acharya, long time disciple of Swami Vishnudevananda and director of the Ashram de Yoga Sivananda. She studied Sanskrit at the Sorbonne in Paris. She has been teaching in Yoga teachers’ training course around the world for many years. She is the author of the book, The Sivananda Book of Meditation.

    <div style="color: #373737;">Swami Sivadasananda</div>

    Swami Sivadasananda

    Yoga Acharya and senior student of Swami Vishnudevananda, has taught at workshops and Yoga Teachers’ Training Courses around the world for many years. He is a dynamic, precise and knowledgeable instructor.

    <div style="color:#373737;">Swami Durgananda</div>

    Swami Durgananda

    Yoga Acharya, senior student of Swami Vishnudevananda and director of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres in Europe. Her practical and intuitive style of teaching is the result of intense practice and over 40 years of teaching experience.

    <div style="font-family: catamaran; color: #ffffff">TTCOL (online)</div>

    TTCOL (online)

    14th April - 12th May 2023

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    19th November - 18th December 2022

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    TTCOL (online)

    18th November - 16th December 2022

    Joyful Living

    Joyful Living

    Sometimes there isn't one specific characteristic that we can put a finger on - it's simply the sum of the parts that make it all so rewarding. The serious practitioners that are drawn to the community, the summer bonfires, the popcorn nights, the time shared with the students of the Teacher Training Courses - all of these factor into why Karma Yogis love us. If you're a Sivananda TTC graduate and interested, apply! We'd love to meet you.

    Joining a Community

    Joining a Community

    Camraderie is a wonderful thing. Having one common path shared by all means the net experience is richer than most can initially imagine. The London Centre is a place where everyone does the work and lives the practice. We are all truly blessed to share in this tight-knit community in action. Come join us and feel the difference a supportive community can make.

    <div style="color: #373737;">Intimate Setting</div>

    Intimate Setting

    Participants in our Karma Yoga Program are invited to the centre for the purpose of offering selfless service and to immerse in a Yogic lifestyle. Sharing three months with us, Karma Yogis get to attend Satsangs (meditation, chanting and lecture), yoga workshops and daily staff meetings. Spiritual guidance and advice is also provided to participants by senior staff on a weekly basis.

    Further Training for Yoga Teachers

    Further Training for Yoga Teachers

    Obtain certification, practical skills, knowledge and experience on topics ranging from how to teach children and seniors to how to perform advanced hands on correction. These courses are based on our 50 years worldwide teaching experience and insights from modern health sciences.

    Prerequisites:
    Having trained as a recognized yoga teacher

    Sadhana Intensive

    Sadhana Intensive

    Designed by Swami Vishnudevananda, this two-week course is centered around advanced Pranayama and is based on the Hatha Yoga practice which he himself followed during a six month period of intense Sadhana in the Himalayas.

    Prerequisites: Sivananda TTC

    Advanced Teachers' Training Course (ATTC)

    Advanced Teachers' Training Course (ATTC)

    Deepen the spiritual knowledge obtained during Sivananda Teachers’ Training with another month of intense yoga practice and study of Vedanta philosophy. Created by Swami Vishnudevanada for Sivananda Teachers looking to advance their teaching and practice.

    Prerequisites: Sivananda TTC

    Teachers' Training Course (TTC)

    Teachers' Training Course (TTC)

    Become a certified yoga teacher and leader in your community through this one month immersive course. Created in 1969 by Swami Vishnudevananda, the first Hatha Yoga Master in the West, it has become the largest TTC in the world with 1,000 graduates annually.

    No Prerequisites: Open to all

    <div style="color: #373737; font-weight: normal; font-size: 1.2em; font-family: catamaran">Jnana Yoga</div>

    Jnana Yoga

    (Path of Knowledge)

    <div style="color: #373737; font-weight: normal; font-size: 1.2em; font-family: catamaran">Raja Yoga /</br> Hatha Yoga</div>

    Raja Yoga /
    Hatha Yoga

    (Path of Mind Control / Yoga Postures)

    <div style="color: #373737; font-weight: normal; font-size: 1.2em; font-family: catamaran">Bhakti Yoga</div>

    Bhakti Yoga

    (Path of Devotion)

    <div style="color: #373737; font-weight: normal; font-size: 1.2em; font-family: catamaran">Karma Yoga</div>

    Karma Yoga

    (Path of Selfless Service)

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    Yoga Retreats

    Yoga Retreats

    Whether you’re new to yoga or already have a consistent practice, our yoga retreats are a beautiful opportunity to rest, relax and step outside the challenges and complexities of everyday life. Connect within and experience the yogic way of living. Revitalize from the inside out.

    Teachers' Training Courses

    Teachers' Training Courses

    The four-week Sivananda Yoga Teacher Training Course (TTC) is a life-transforming experience that gives participants a firm foundation in classical yoga, and qualifies them to teach and inspire others. Graduates of our TTC earn an internationally recognized 200-hour certification accepted by the worldwide Yoga Alliance.

    Yoga Classes

    Yoga Classes

    Our traditional yoga classes encourage proper breathing, flexibility, strength and vitality in the body while calming the mind. As Yoga is a spiritual system with a physical component, our non-competitive approach helps the practitioner gain much more than just a healthy body.

    <div style="font-size: 1.1em; font-family: catamaran; ">Sadhana Intensive</div>Rudraprayag, India

    Sadhana Intensive
    Rudraprayag, India

    31 Oct. – 15 Nov. 2017

    <div style="font-size: 1.1em; font-family: catamaran; ">ATTC</div>Uttarkashi, India

    ATTC
    Uttarkashi, India

    3 March – 1 April 2018

    <div style="font-size: 1.1em; font-family: catamaran;">TTC</div>Rudraprayag, India

    TTC
    Rudraprayag, India

    24 Feb. – 25 March 2018
    24 Oct. – 22 Nov. 2018

    <div style="color: #373737;">Vivre au sein d’une communauté</div>

    Vivre au sein d’une communauté

    La pratique du yoga élève notre niveau d’énergie, il n’est cependant par facile de maintenir une pratique régulière seul. Pratiquer au sein d’un groupe de personnes qui partagent la même aspiration est d’une grande aide et fera toute la différence pour vous permettre d’entretenir votre propre enthousiasme. L’Ashram a une énergie forte et pure et votre inspiration pour le développement spirituel y sera nourrie et renforcée.

    <div style="color: #373737;">Sharing in Community</div>

    Sharing in Community

    Practicing yoga raises our energy and vibration level, and yet maintaining a regular practice alone can still prove challenging. Practicing in a dedicated group with common goals can help overcome this difficulty. Join a team of diverse individuals united by a common goal of personal growth and feel the difference a supportive community can make. The Ashram is a place of high and pure energy in which your desire for growth will feel nurtured and expanded.

    Karma Yoga

    Karma Yoga

    Come experience the unique gifts of Karma Yoga. Open into yourself. Deepen your practice. Cultivate lasting friendships. Observe the transformation that comes with selfless service.

    <div style="color: #373737;">Sharing in Community</div>

    Sharing in Community

    When we practice yoga we raise our energy and vibration level, when we come together through a common practice we raise each others. When you practice alone, you're confronted with your own thought resistance, which is difficult to overcome. Thinking is a habit, and we run through countless repetitive thought patterns without even being conscious of it. By engaging with a strong group with common goal we elevate each other and our collective consciousness. This is the strength that we cultivate in the ashram community

    <span style="color: #ffffff;">Autobiography of Swami Sivananda</span>

    Autobiography of Swami Sivananda

    An honest, humble and inspiring memoir of the world-renowned saint and sage.

    <span style="color: #ffffff;">Vedanta for Beginners</span>

    Vedanta for Beginners

    A lucid inquiry into the nature of reality and the unity of all life. It’s language is simple and direct.

    <span style="color: #ffffff;">Practice of Karma Yoga</span>

    Practice of Karma Yoga

    How to spiritualize one’s daily activities. This book covers the doctrine of karma and reincarnation.

    <span style="">Essence of Yoga</span>

    Essence of Yoga

    A complete and concise overview of yoga in all its aspects.

    Accommodations

    • Shared rooms (3-6 beds)


    Application Interview

    • Prior to acceptance into this program, there will be an interview with Swami Jyotirmayananda determining your intention and vision for your time with us.

    Suitability

    This programme is suitable for those who have already completed the TTC and are able to commit to a minimum 3 month stay.
    • Applicants must be willing to follow the guidance from senior staff members regarding karma yoga duties and spiritual practice
    • Attendance at the morning and evening meditation and one yoga class daily is mandatory.
    • Alcohol, tobacco, meat, fish, eggs, coffee and drugs are prohibited on the premises.

    Daily Schedule

    • Guided morning and evening Satsang (meditation, chanting, lecture)
    • Staff meeting
    • 1 hr 45min yoga class
    • 2 nutritious vegetarian meals
    • Selfless service:
      Full-time : 8 hours minimum - £100 donation for first month
    • Personal time and relaxation
    • Personal study
    • Staff Svadyahya (weekly meeting with senior staff and swamiji)