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Yoga and Meditation
Monday, March 4, 2019 @ 12:00 pm - Friday, March 8, 2019 @ 12:00 pm
Yoga and Meditation
March 4-8, 2019
Yoga and Meditation
This retreat will introduce you to the basics of classical yoga meditation, and is intended for those wanting to begin a regular meditation practice. In addition to daily workshops on the theory and practice of meditation you will participate in two Yoga classes each day. Morning and evening satsang, with the practice of “kirtan” or chanting will give further opportunities for practice and learning. Topics of workshops will include:
- Why meditate?
- Techniques of meditation according to Swami Vishnudevananda
- The mechanics of the mind
- Concentration
- Mantra meditation techniques
Benefits of meditation may include:
- increased focus and concentration
- lower blood pressure
- natural energy boost
- increased problem solving ability
- heightened awareness throughout your day
- inner peace and tranquility
- balanced mind and emotions
- an increased sense of joy and happiness
Course Teachers
Swami Narayanananda
Swami Narayanananda, who was born in London, England, has been a teacher of Yoga and meditation in the International Sivananda Yoga vedanta Centers since 1999. He has served in the ashrams in California and New York, also as director of the centers in New York and Chicago. He is a regular teacher for our Teacher Training and Advanced Teacher training courses in the USA, India and Vietnam. Swami Narayanananda has a compassionate and accessible teaching style firmly based in his own practice and in the study of scripture.
Prices
Tenting – $120.00
Shared 4-person – $136.00
Shared (2-person) – $184.00
Single Room – $264.00
All options include 2 vegetarian meals, 2 yoga classes, and 2 satsangs.
Daily Schedule
6:00am – meditation, chanting
8:00am – Yoga Class
10:00am – Vegetarian Brunch
11:00am – Karma Yoga (selfless service)
01:00pm – Workshop
04:00pm – All Levels Open Yoga Class
06:00pm – Vegetarian Dinner
08:00pm – meditation, chanting
Come any time of the year for a yoga vacation.
Arrival and Departure
Arrival: Check-in time is between 12:00 – 4:00pm Friday. Please do not arrive any later than 7:00 pm. We recommend that you join the afternoon Asana class at 4:00pm.
Departure: The course will finish at 2:00pm on Sunday. Please check-out of your room by 12:00pm. Please stay on for your final workshop before departing.
What to Bring
In-door slippers, loose comfortable clothes, notebooks, meditation shawl or blanket, yoga mat, flashlight.
All books and materials are available in our boutique.
