Retreats in Land of Yogis: Himalayas
In Himalayas, self-disciplined Yogis and Sages have performed spiritual practices including deep meditation to achieve self-realization that has generated immense energies in Himalayas. These energies help us in getting connected with our own system and source of inner joy and happiness.
Embarking on journey of self-realization starts in Sacred Himalayas. Seekers had a life-changing experience and has gone back to their homes with a totally a new balanced approach towards life. These retreats are the powerful, quick and effective method to purify lot of negativities within ourselves and at the same time collect a vast amount of merit. Meditators of the past have been known to purify their mind and body through this practice. However, the principal purpose of the practice is the attainment of supreme Enlightenment for the benefit of all living beings.
Our retreats focus on different aspects of life and reconnects you with who really you are, whilst being nurtured through authentic Vedic practices in the valleys of pristine Himalayas. Our retreats will help you in finding the balance between your body and mind amid the serene setting of Himalayas.
Things to bring – Comfortable clothes, sandals, toiletries, personal items, meditation shawl for cool evenings, yoga asana mat, meditation cushion, notebooks, pens, towels, water bottle and torch.
The daily schedule may change from time to time according to need. The entire schedule is mandatory unless otherwise indicated.
THEMATIC RETREAT ON YOG VEDANTA
Yog-Vedantic Retreat
Length of stay: 10 nights
Arranged throughout the year
Vedanta Yoga is one aspect of Yogic practice that was started by the ancient Himalayan Gurus. The term, “Vendanta” means the attainment of the end goal of the Vedas. The Vedas are mankind’s oldest scripture, containing the wisdom of all ages. The last part of the Vedas is made up of the Upanishads, whose sublime philosophy is called Vedanta
In addition to a regular practice of asanas and other Yogic techniques, the Himalayan Gurus and sages have recommended the practice of Vedantic meditation. Practicing these three aspects of Yoga training together helps in stabilizing the mind, strengthening the body, and nourishing the awakened energies of the body. One of the main inquiries of Vedantic meditation is the contemplation of who we are in our essence. This retreat has been designed as per Vedic principles and will include Life style analysis and coaching with holistic and traditional approach from Vedas and Yoga.
Environment: Rishikesh, Yoga, Meditate, Eat, and Learn in Himalayas.
Goals
Enhancing spiritual-knowing yourself by comprehensive physical, mental & diet approaches. Making life simpler and easier are other pillars by knowing the principles that has been mentioned thousands of years ago in Vedas. Increasing physical flexibility by doing simpler form of Yoga. Enhance the digestive power by increasing the functionality of “JatarAgni” by knowing important herbs and yogic techniques
Inclusions
- Stay
- Three sattvic meals, plus healthy snacks
- Welcome package
- Pre-arrival guide that would include health and lifestyle questionnaire
- Introduction Session
- Satsang-Theoretical sessions of guided meditation
- Practical sessions of guided meditation
- Theoretical sessions Yoga
- Practical sessions of guided Yoga
- Ayurvedic Consultation/Therapies (This would depend on length of the length of stay and the location)
- Healthy eating plans and cooking classes
- Consultation prior to departure that would include take home advice and follow-up even after the retreat.
Exclusions:
- Insurance
- Local Travelling
- Local sight-seeing and Trekking.
- Any meal other than standard meals (Any other meals are not recommended during the retreats as they hinder the progress)
