Recharging through Asanas & Pranayama Weekend

Description

During this weekend take time for yourself to recharge through systematic practice of asanas and pranayama along with healthy living in nature, organic vegetarian food, and good company.

Schedule

6 am Satsang: meditation, chanting and lecture
8-10am – Asanas & Pranayama
10am Brunch
11am Karma Yoga
1 pm – Workshop on Health benefits of Yoga
4-6pm – Asanas & Pranayama
6pm Dinner
7:30 pm Satsang: meditation, chanting and lecture

Curriculum

– What is classical yoga? Hatha Yoga leading to Raja Yoga
– What is the purpose and what are the methods of classical yoga?
– Basic philosophy about happiness, health, life, freedom
– Difference between yoga asana and physical exercises
– Yogic techniques of breathing
– Vegetarianism-the how and why
– Basic technique of meditation
– The yogic daily routine
– Kriya practice

Pre-requisite

There are no prerequisites other than a sincere desire to learn classical yoga.

ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE

Arrival: Check-in time is 2:00pm. We encourage you to arrive by 4:00pm for the Asana class. Dinner is at 6:00pm and there will be a Welcoming Orientation at 7:00pm followed by Satsang at 8:00pm.

Departure: Check-out time is 12:00pm. You are welcome to stay in the ashram for the rest of the afternoon even after checking out of your room.

COURSE MATERIAL

“Essentials of Yoga Practice & Philosophy” by Swami Sitaramananda

WHAT TO BRING

slip on shoes, loose comfortable clothing, writing materials, meditation shawl or blanket, yoga mat, sitting cushion, water bottle, and, flashlight. All books and materials are available to order from our online boutique. (we will not have yoga mat and cushions available so please bring your own)