| Sivananda Yoga – the way to physical and mental health |
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The International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres is a non-profit organisation with locations around the world. What makes us special? We teach classical yoga, which takes a holistic approach: Yoga shows us how to strengthen and harmonise the body, the mind and the soul, so that we can achieve our goal of a healthy body, a balanced mind and inner peace. Yoga helps remove inner obstacles and gives us the fortitude to stay cool, calm and collected when confronted with the everyday challenges of modern life.
Sivananda Yoga – the way to physical and mental well-being. The International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres are very excited to bring the teachings of Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnudevananda to Australia. A Sivananda retreat is a wonderful opportunity to relax, rejuvenate and deepen your experience of Yoga. Beginners are welcome. >> read more at www.sivananda.eu
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| The Founders |
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Swami Sivananda (1887 – 1963)
Swami Sivananda, a great saint of modern India, made the timeless wisdom of yoga and Vedanta known to the whole world. ‘Serve, love, give, purify, meditate, realise’ – these teachings arethe spiritual strength behind the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres and have inspired many seekers to live a life of brotherly love and spiritual unity. Founder of the Divine Life Society Ashram inRishikesh, Himalayas (1936).
Swami Vishnudevananda (1927–1993)
The life work of Swami Vishnudevananda was to spread yoga in the name of his master, Swami Sivananda. He founded the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres in 1957 and established the ‘True World Order’, an institution which promotes universal peace. Overcoming inner and outer limitations was the message behind his numerous peace missions. Swami Vishnudevananda is a renowned master of Hatha and Raja Yoga and the author of the bestseller, The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga as well as Meditation and Mantras.
>> read more at www.sivananda.eu
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| The Teachers: Swami Kailasananda & Swami Bhagavatananda |
| Both are senior disciples of Swami Vishnudevananda. Swami Kailasananda has been trained by him directly to pass down the teachings of Swami Sivananda. Swami Kailasananda is Yoga Acharya (spiritual director) of the Sivananda Ashram in France and the Sivananda Centres in Paris and London. She teaches with dynamism and inspiration. Swami Bhagavatananda has many years of experience of teaching yoga and philosophy and is a very committed and enthusiastic teacher. |
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The Venue: Govinda Valley
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Situated one hour south of Sydney in the luscious bush land of Otford, Govinda Valley is surrounded by spectacular natural beauty and is a short drive from several sparkling beaches.
Bushwalking is abundant and nearby local businesses also provide such recreational options as horse-riding, hang-gliding, paint-ball and a tennis court. Invitingly illuminated, endowed with the purity of pristine forest air, the spacious halls are perfect for absorption in yoga and meditation.
Accomodation is in shared rooms (4-6 beds per room, some of them bunk beds) with communal bathrooms. You can also bring your own tent. The spacious dining hall provides an enlivening meal-time environment. Partake with relish within or enjoy relaxing balcony dining in the soothing forest breeze. |
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Daily Schedule:
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5.30am
6am
8am 10am 11am |
Wake up
Meditation, chanting and talk
Asanas and Pranayama
Brunch
Free time |
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12 noon
2pm
4pm
6pm
8pm |
Nature Walk
Workshop or lecture
Asanas and Pranayama
Dinner
Meditation, chanting and talk |
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Arrival:
Friday September 21 around 2pm
Departure:
Sunday September 23 around 2pm |
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| Rates per day , all incl.(minimum stay 2 days) : |
| Tent space (bring your (own tent): $130 per day. Shared room (4-6 beds): $170 per day |
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| Practical Information: |
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To Book
To secure your place, please complete the online registration form.
Please await our confirmation by email before making a deposit payment of $100. Payment can then be made online through PayPal.
Full payment is due three weeks before arrival. In case of cancellation before the start of the retreat a refund will be given minus $100 administration fee. No refunds can be given for cancellations after the start of the retreat.
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What to Bring
Comfortable clothes, sleeping bag or duvet with duvet cover, yoga mat, meditation shawl, cushion to sit on, comfortable shoes/sandals/walking shoes, bathing suit or trunks, towels and toiletries.
If you have booked accomodation "tent" please bring in addition your own tent, air mattress and a pillow
Accommodation
In shared rooms (4-6 beds per room) or personal tent.
Meals
Nutritious and delicious vegetarian food will be served twice daily.
Retreat Rules
To maintain the spiritual atmosphere, no meat, fish or eggs are allowed.
No smoking, alcohol or drugs.
Attendance at both meditations and yoga classes is mandatory.
How to get there
Please go to www.govindavalley.com.au/location.html
Address of the retreat location:
Govinda Valley Lot 1, Lady Carrington Road, Otford, NSW, 2508 –
Tel: +61 2 4294 1765 – Fax: +61 2 4294 1763 – Mob: +61 (0)458 414 634
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Further Training for Sivananda Yoga Teachers
THE ART OF CORRECTING ASANAS
Friday, January 25 – Sunday, January 27, 2013
Arrival Fri 14 h, departure Sunday 14 h
Inspiring Yoga classes, Satsangs and correction workshops!
· What are the steps for each asana?
· How long can the asana be held?
· What has to be considered when coming out of the pose?
· What are the contraindications?
· How can the physical and mental effects of the asanas be conveyed?
· When can more conscious breathing and relaxation improve the asana?
· Where does the asana fit into the traditional sequence of the yoga class?
· How does the posture feel "inside"? How does it affect the three Gunas?
· Detailed training in the correction workshop
recommended study book: Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion, Sivananda Yoga Centres
| Tuition Fee |
Tent space (bring your own tent): $ 260
Shared Room : $ 340
Tuition fee includes room and board. |
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| To secure your place, please complete the online registration form. |
Regular Yoga Classes and Satsangs (group meditation) are held by Sivananda Yoga Teachers in Sydney, Melbourne and Byron Bay
More information click here:
Sydney
Melbourne
Byron Bay |
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Contact Details:
Sivananda Yoga Australia contact person: Swami Bhagavatananda
email: [email protected]
Tel: +61 (0) 3 9016 0508 |
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