In-depth course: The Meditation Experience

With: Ganapati Chaitanya

This course offers a comprehensive overview of the philosophy and practice of meditation, as well as techniques for mental relaxation, visualization, positive thinking, and mantra chanting.

Topics covered:

• Swami Vishnudevananda’s 12 Step approach to meditation
• Creative visualisation and positive thinking: training the mind for concentration
• Relax and channel mental energy through sound vibration
• Meditation and lifestyle
• Tips for overcoming distraction and dullness of mind
• Gate to inner peace: connecting to the Inner Self

Recommended reading: “Meditation and Mantras” by Swami Vishnudevananda and “The Sivananda Book of Meditation”

With certificate of participation

Daily schedule:

• 6am: Satsang (group meditation, kirtan and mantra chanting, short lecture)
• 8am: Yoga class
• 10am: Brunch (lacto vegetarian / sattvic diet)
• 10:45am: One-hour karma yoga (selfless service)
• Between noon and 3pm: Lecture or workshop (1h30 to 2h)
• 4pm: Yoga class
• 6pm: Dinner (lacto vegetarian / sattvic diet)
• 6:45pm: One-hour karma yoga (if not done in the morning)
• 8pm: Satsang (group meditation, kirtan and mantra chanting, short lecture)

This daily schedule can be subject to occasional changes.

Arrival/Departure:

• Check-in: 2pm-8pm, on first day. First event is 4pm yoga class on arrival day
• Check-out: by 11am, on last day. Last event is an afternoon lecture on departure day

If you would like to choose different dates for your stay, please click here.