Yogic Wisdom in Music & Words
Wed., 29 January 2020 – Thu., 30 January 2020
With guest of honour Sri Venugopal Goswami, Bhakti Yoga Acharya, Vrindavan, North India.
Wed. 29.1 & Thurs. 30.1 / 8 pm
Sri Venugopal Goswami has been bringing the spiritual message of this yogic scripture to the European Sivananda centres for over 20 years. Sri Venugopal Goswami comes from Vrindavan, a holy city not far from Delhi with innumerable Krishna temples. In the Radha Raman Temple he was initiated into the 500-year-old family tradition which teaches the classical scripture Srimad Bhagavatam. He studied Sanskrit and Indian philosophy at the Hindu University in Benares. He also studied classical singing under the world-renowned Indian vocalist master Pandit Jasraj. Sri Venugopal Goswami is a master of Hari Katha. This classical form of discourse combines spiritual storytelling with poetry, music and philosophy, and uplifts the heart and the mind. In his incomparable style, Sri Venugopal Goswami combines the message of the Srimad Bhagavatam with a melodious interpretation of classical mantra songs (Kirtan). The inspiring words of wisdom leave a deep impression on the mind of the audience who, evening by evening, are guided on a seven-day soulful journey to the meaning and goal of human existence.
With live music: harmonium, vocals, bamboo flute, shanai oboe and tabla.
| DAILY RATES | |
| Yoga: | €51 |
| ACCOMMODATION & MEALS In a smoke-free eco-hotel | |
| Single room: | €74 |
| Double room: | €61 |
| Shared room: | €45 |
| Dormitory (for ladies only), from 15 May 2020: | €40 |
| Dormitory (for ladies only), until 16 April 2020: | €39 |
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Triple rooms on request for 3 people staying for the same dates.
All rates include VAT and are subject to a €1.80 visitor's tax per person per night.
| 6:00 – 7:30 am | Morning meditation, mantra chanting, talk Occasionally the morning meditation takes place in the form of a silent walk |
| 8:00 – 9:30 am | Asanas and pranayama, sometimes a short talk on the health aspects of yoga follows the class |
| 10:00 am | Vegetarian brunch |
| From 11 am | Time for an invigorating sauna visit, a relaxing massage, occasionally a walk or an excursion |
| 2:00 – 3:00 pm | Lecture or workshop (sometimes a short lecture following the morning asana class) |
| 4:00 – 5:30 pm | Asanas and pranayama |
| 6:00 pm | Vegetarian dinner |
| 8:00 – 9:30 pm | Evening meditation, mantra chanting, talk, sometimes by a guest presenter. Occasionally the evening meditation takes place in the form of a silent walk |
Programmes are subject to change or cancellation.
Participation in the afternoon lecture/workshop is optional.
Donate your time: Many yoga vacation guests contribute to the community feeling in the Retreat House by volunteering during their stay. Ask at the reception desk for more information.
Accommodation and meals are in the non-smoking eco-hotel serving wholesfood organic vegetarian meals.
All guest rooms have wooden floors and furniture, health mattresses, shower, toilet, hairdryer, telephone and radio. Most rooms have a balcony.
A meditation pillow for the morning and evening meditation sessions is recommended. A meditation shawl is also advantageous.
To practice the yoga poses you will need a non-slip yoga mat or wool mat. You will need a blanket to cover yourself at the end of the yoga class during the so-called final relaxation.
Pillows, shawls, blankets, mats and much more can be purchased in our online shop or in our boutique after arrival.
For your stay you should bring comfortable clothing, slippers, walking shoes, rain gear, torch (flashlight), bathing suit and towels. Eyeglass wearers should bring a hard case for safe storage during the yoga classes.
Registration
Bookings are closed for this event.
