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Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre
hardcover
This comprehensive book shows how to bring body and mind into balance through a classical, holistic approach to Yoga. Over 350 pictures.
Yoga vacation and relaxation in the Austrian Alps – the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House in Tyrol.
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May 2012 Programmes marked with * are also recommended for yoga teachers.
All topics are part of the daily schedule:
6:00 am Morning meditation, mantra chanting and spiritual reading. 8:00 am Yoga class with energising yoga poses and breathing exercises. 10:00 am Vegetarian brunch. Afterwards, there is time for a sauna, a massage, a walk along one of the hiking trails or sit back and read a book on the sunny terrace. 2:00 pm Workshop or lecture. 4:00 pm Yoga class. Feel your body becoming more flexible, your breath calmer and your mind clearer. 6:00 pm Vegetarian dinner. 7:30 pm Silent evening meditation and mantra chanting followed by an interesting lecture. You may like to to drink some herbal tea and retire early to bed.
During the week and at weekends we offer two sets of topics. You can participate in both at no extra charge. >> Rates
Mon 30.4 / 3pm - Fri 4.5 / 3pm
THE YOGA WORKSHOP SERIES
Daily workshops look at the main aspects of the yoga class
in depth: muscle relaxation in the relaxation pose (Savasana)
through autosuggestion; enhanced flexibility of the spine and
limbs through specific stretching in the asanas; strengthening
of back and abdominal muscles for improved posture; specific
asana cycles for making the pelvis and the hips more flexible
and for strengthening the pectoral girdle. Increased vital capacity
through deep breathing: on the basis of abdominal breathing
and full yogic breathing you will be introduced step-by-step
to the classical pranayama techniques, which lead to improved
energy resources for both body and mind.
Confronting tension – this is stress management based on asanas (yoga postures).
The conscious flow of breathing relieves mental
tension and promotes inner peace. A lecture on diet gives tips
on detoxing the body by means of a vegetarian diet.
Mantra meditation – the sound experience of yoga – awakens the
power of one’s own life energy. Talks and recommended reading
on yoga psychology show how you can change your life through
positive thoughts.
Fri 4.5 / 3pm - Sun 6.5 / 3pm
SIVANANDA BEGINNERS’ GUIDE TO YOGA The proven basic guide from the Sivananda Yoga Centres
THEORY:
Basic principles of yoga for integral health
Overcoming
stress
Step-by-step relaxation
PRACTICE:
Abdominal breathing, deep breathing and pranayama
Better flexibility through the Sun Salutation
Basic postures
with preliminary exercises and deep relaxation
Introduction
to concentration and meditation
Textbook: Sivananda Beginner’s Guide to Yoga
Fri 4.5 / 3pm - Sun 6.5 / 3pm
YOGA RELAXATION DAYS
Take the time to experience moments of deep relaxation for
body, mind and spirit: Gentle yoga classes for all levels create the
basis for health and strengthen the nervous system. The causes
and effects of stress are discussed in a workshop. Using various
meditation exercises, relaxation is slowly transformed into inner
balance. Enjoy a peaceful yoga vacation in the mountains.
Sat 5.5 - Sun 3.6.2012
YOGA TEACHERS’ TRAINING COURSE
Learn how to turn your yoga practice into a yoga lifestyle.
The harmonious processes of the classical asana sequence such
as pose and counterpose, as well as posture, breathing and
relaxation, bring harmony and rhythm to our daily lives. The yoga
exercise plan for busy people gives new ideas for personal time
management. The topics “Developing willpower” and “Inner
strength through meditation” help to relate the psychological
aspects of yoga to one’s own experiences in life. The cooking
workshop teaches how to prepare healthy dishes and snacks
suitable for people on the go.
Mon 7.5 / 3pm - Fri 11.5 / 3pm *
YOGA AND SUCCESS IN LIFE
Yoga is a key not only to physical health, but also to radiant
mental health: Learn mental exercises for developing willpower
and improving memory. Lectures and workshops examine
positive character traits and how they enhance one’s personality.
Concentration and meditation exercises create the basis for the
successful practice of yoga in daily life.
Recommended reading: Success in Life and God-Realisation
by Swami Sivananda
Fri 11.5 / 3pm - Sun 13.5 / 3pm
YOGA FOR 50 PLUS
Yoga is a universal and all-round exercise system which can
be practised even at more advanced ages. Individually adapted
postures and breathing techniques activate the body’s
regenerative powers. Slow, gentle movements enhance the
suppleness of the body for better sitting, standing and walking.
In lectures and workshops you will receive an individual plan
for practising at home as well as an introduction to positive
thinking and meditation for mental relaxation and concentration.
Fri 11.5 / 3pm - Sun 13.5 / 3pm *
AYURVEDA, YOGA AND HEALTH
You learn the basics of Ayurveda and the Ayurvedic science of
nutrition, including many recipes and tips for your body type. The
physical and mental characteristics of the three body types –
Vata, Pitta, Kapha – are explained. In addition to the yogic
guidelines for optimal nutrition, you will learn how to find the
ideal balance of the six food tastes. A workshop on typical spices,
their effects and constitution-related uses prepares you for the
Ayurveda cooking course: Together, we prepare an Ayurvedic
menu with grains, vegetables, pulses, salad and dessert.
Fri 11.5 / 3pm - Fri 18.5 / 3pm *
South Indian Temple Meditations
Pujas and Yantras with a priest from India.
The traditional temple ceremonies (Pujas) purify the spiritual atmosphere using special colours, sounds, scents and gestures, creating an intense meditative mood.
Fascinating geometric shapes of the Yantra (meditative image)
This yoga vacation week focuses on personal guidance and
individual correction in the yoga postures.
Nature walks in the
magnificent Tyrolean mountains and a gradual increase in the
breathing exercises help strengthen the immune system. Yoga
breathing exercises expand the capacity of the lungs, and they
also stimulate the flow of the subtle life energy (Prana).
The programme includes an introduction to the meditation
techniques for mental relaxation as well as a cooking workshop
on how to prepare easy-to-digest meals. Daily silent walk.
Confronting tension – this is stress management based on asanas (yoga postures).
The conscious flow of breathing relieves mental
tension and promotes inner peace. A lecture on diet gives tips
on detoxing the body by means of a vegetarian diet.
Mantra meditation – the sound experience of yoga – awakens the
power of one’s own life energy. Talks and recommended reading
on yoga psychology show how you can change your life through
positive thoughts.
Tue 16.5 / 3pm - Sun 20.5 / 3pm *
Yoga Retreat on Ascension Day
A brief immersion in a sea of Alpine wildflowers – time for mental and physical purification on the outdoor platform.
Tue 16.5 / 3pm - Sun 20.5 / 3pm *
Asanas for a healthy Back
with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya
The 12 basic postures and variations are preventive
care for the entire back.
Just a few weeks of intensive asana practice can
bring about noticeable improvements in one’s
posture. We will use a plumb line to measure these changes.
Each participant has their photo taken at the plumb line
with individual explanations
Posture analysis with plumb-line test (PowerPoint presentation)
Asana workshops:
Variations for strength and flexibility in the shoulder
and pelvic regions
Pose, counterpose and in-depth relaxation
Balancing muscle length and muscle strength
Bending, stretching and rotating along the spine
Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya and senior student
of Swami Vishnudevananda, has taught at workshops
and Teachers’ Training Courses around the world for many
years. He is a dynamic and precise instructor with
profound knowledge.
Textbook: The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga by Swami
Vishnudevananda
Participation in the asana workshops is also possible
on a day-by-day basis.
Mon 21.5 / 3pm - Fri 25.5 / 3pm *
YOGA BODY CHECK
Often just little adjustments can lead to greater quality of life: Workshops für die Beweglichkeit von Schultern,
Workshops focussing on the shoulders, back and hips show
us how we can systematically improve our flexibility in the yoga
class. A test of the muscles and a posture analysis give the
motivation you need to make a change. Yoga offers a broad
palette of methods for strengthening the nervous and
cardiovascular systems: from deep relaxation through to
resistance training by holding the asana postures. The yogic
breathing exercises help you increase your vital energy.
Yogic techniques for organ cleansing (Kriyas) make it easier
to detox the body. Guidance in dietary questions.
Mon 21.5 / 3pm - Fri 25.5 / 3pm *
FINDING THE SILENCE WITHIN
Study of yoga psychology based on the Raja
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.
Explanation of how
the mind works and practical techniques for
controlling the thoughts. The functioning of thought waves, the effects
of natural energies on the mind, the principles of ethical living,
thought patterns and their transformation.
Human suffering and how to overcome it; practical methods
for cultivating positive thoughts; gaining mastery over the mind
through meditation. Recommended reading:
Meditation and Mantras by Swami Vishnudevananda,
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Swami Durgananda
Mon 21.5 / 3pm - Mon 28.5 / 3pm *
Special Whitsun Programme
Group silent walks: in the magnificent
Alpine landscape
Asanas: Personal guidance for more
experienced students, gentle introduction
for newcomers.
Meditation: Calming of the brain functions
to achieve clarity of thinking and new
creative power.
Yoga lectures: Mental food for the
challenges of everyday life.
Mon 21.5 / 3pm - Sun 27.5 / 3pm *
Ayurveda Nutrition Special
With S.K. Kamlesh, Ayurveda Acharya, Lucknow, North India
• The 6 tastes and how they affect us.
• Ayurvedic tips for health and a good
digestion
• Dietary guidelines for all constitutions.
S.K. Kamlesh comes from a traditional Ayurveda Acharya family and has been teaching Ayurvedic nutrition around the world for over 30 years.
Mon 21.5 / 3pm - Mon 28.5 / 3pm *
The Universal Spirituality of Man
Lectures from the Yoga scriptures with Swami Durgananda, Yoga Acharya
A modern understanding of the classical yoga scriptures
Mindcontrol and inner spiritual power
Inspirations for your daily meditation practice
Swami Durgananda, Yoga Acharya, is a senior student of Swami Vishnudevananda and
director of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres in Europe. Her practical and intuitive style
of teaching is the result of intensive practice and over 30 years of teaching experience.
Fri 25.5 / 3pm - Mon 28.5 / 3pm *
Dynamic Balance of the Body
Detailed corrections, clear explanations of the benefits
of asanas and new inspiration for yoga at home with Swami Atmaramananda, Yoga Acharya
Cardiovascular dynamics: Optimal vital capacity,
circulation and metabolism
Movement in depth: Pose/counterpose, muscle
length/muscle strength, posture analysis
Immune system & yoga: Relaxation and organ function
Mind and brain: Mental effects of the asanas; Prana
– bridge between body and mind
Textbook: Yoga Your Home Practice Companion by the
Sivananda Yoga Centre
Swami Atmaramananda, director of the Sivananda Yoga
Vedanta Centre in Berlin, is a long-time student of Swami
Vishnudevananda. He teaches at the yoga Teachers’ Training
Courses around the world with much devotion and humour.
Fri 25.5 / 3pm – Mon 28.5 / 3pm
SIVANANDA BEGINNERS’ GUIDE TO YOGA The proven basic guide from the Sivananda Yoga Centres
THEORY:
Basic principles of yoga for integral health
Overcoming
stress
Step-by-step relaxation
PRACTICE:
Abdominal breathing, deep breathing and pranayama
Better flexibility through the Sun Salutation
Basic postures
with preliminary exercises and deep relaxation
Introduction
to concentration and meditation
Textbook: Sivananda Beginner’s Guide to Yoga
Mon 28.5 / 3pm - Fri 1.6 / 3pm
THE YOGA WORKSHOP SERIES
Daily workshops look at the main aspects of the yoga class
in depth: muscle relaxation in the relaxation pose (Savasana)
through autosuggestion; enhanced flexibility of the spine and
limbs through specific stretching in the asanas; strengthening
of back and abdominal muscles for improved posture; specific
asana cycles for making the pelvis and the hips more flexible
and for strengthening the pectoral girdle. Increased vital capacity
through deep breathing: on the basis of abdominal breathing
and full yogic breathing you will be introduced step-by-step
to the classical pranayama techniques, which lead to improved
energy resources for both body and mind.
Take the time to experience moments of deep relaxation for
body, mind and spirit: Gentle yoga classes for all levels create the
basis for health and strengthen the nervous system. The causes
and effects of stress are discussed in a workshop. Using various
meditation exercises, relaxation is slowly transformed into inner
balance. Enjoy a peaceful yoga vacation in the mountains.
with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya 
