Raja Yoga
When: 30 January – 1 February 2026
Where: Sivananda Yoga Centre London (Putney)
“There is something beyond the mind and that is the Self, consciousness. We must not only have a thorough knowledge of the Western science of psychology, but also combine it with Raja Yoga.”
The science of Raja Yoga explains the subtle functioning of the mind: its different levels, how habits are formed, how pain is generated and how one can free oneself from mental suffering. It teaches us how to focus the mind and realise our true nature which is beyond mental conditioning. It makes us aware that our true self is pure bliss and absolute peace. It gives a wonderful message of hope and encouragement and inspires us to rise beyond the habitual states of depression, excitement and fear and find the centre within where we are not shaken by the changes that challenge us in our lives.
| 4:00 pm | Asana and pranayama class Breath awareness in the asanas |
| 6:00 pm | Silent meditation, mantra chanting and talk: Yoga, the middle path |
| 7:30 pm | Vegetarian dinner |
| 6:30 am | Satsang: Unity in Diversity |
| 8:00 am | Yoga class: Stimulating the solar plexus |
| 10:00 am | Light breakfast |
| 10:45 am | Karma Yoga |
| 12:00 pm | Vegetarian lunch |
| 1:30 pm | Workshop Yoga Psychology: the way to radiant mental health |
| 4:00 pm | Yoga class: Dynamic Backward Bends |
| 6:00 pm | Silent meditation, chanting, talk: Yamas and Niyamas: Living peacefully with oneself and others |
| 7:30 pm | Vegetarian dinner |
| 6:30 am | Silent meditative walk along the Thames |
| 8:15 am | Meditative yoga class |
| 10:00 am | Light breakfast |
| 10:45 am | Karma yoga |
| 12:00 pm | Vegetarian lunch |
| 1:30 pm | Workshop Yoga Psychology: the way to radiant mental health |
You are welcome to stay in the centre for the length of the course, accommodation will be in a shared, double or single room. It is also possible to join the retreat on Saturday and/or Sunday and return home in the evening, the retreat is open to non-residents. You are also welcome to participate in the workshop(s) only.
| Dormitory (4 – 8 beds) | £215 |
| Double room | £260 |
| Single room | £305 |
| Annual membership | £100 |
| Full weekend programme | £158 Includes: Asana classes, workshops, satsangs and meals |
| Full day programme | £62 Includes: Asana classes, workshops, satsangs and meals |
| Dormitory (4 – 8 beds) | £255 |
| Double room | £305 |
| Single room | £360 |
| Annual membership | £100 |
| Non-residential | £174 Includes: Asana classes, workshops, satsangs and meals |
| Full day programme | £72 Includes: Asana classes, workshops, satsangs and meals |
| Workshop | £25 |
The course instructors are senior teachers of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres.
The workshop and satsangs will be given by Swami Jyotirmayananda, the director of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre in London. She is a natural teacher and shares the teachings of yoga with insight and devotion.
Arrival: 3 pm on Friday, 30 January 2026
Departure: 3:30 pm on Sunday, 1 February 2026
The Sivananda Centre in London is a spiritual oasis amid the pressures of city life. Situated in a quiet residential area, the centre’s welcoming reception area, spacious studios and beautiful peace garden provide an ideal setting for practising yoga, meditation and relaxation.
You are welcome to stay in the centre for the length of the course, accommodation is in shared, double or single room.
