AUSTRALIAN SCHOOL OF MEDITATION & YOGA. Meditation, Yoga, Kirtan, Philosophy, Workshops, Retreats J A NU A RY - J U NE

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1 AUSTRALIAN SCHOOL OF MEDITATION & YOGA Meditation, Yoga, Kirtan, Philosophy, Workshops, Retreats J A NU A RY - J U NE

2 CONTENTS SUCCESSFULLY TRAVEL THE PATH OF LIFE DEEP PEACE MEDITATION 4 TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE WITH MEDITATION 5 YOGA OF MUSIC-KIRTAN GETAWAY RETREAT 6 LIFE LESSONS FROM THE BHAGAVAD GITA 7 YOGA ASANA TIMETABLE 8 10 YOGA DAY FESTIVAL FREE YOGA LIFESTYLE WORKSHOPS 11 WHAT IS KIRTAN? 12 THE MANTRA ROOM 13 SPECIAL EVENTS 14 YOGA TEACHER TRAINING 16 AROUND AUSTRALIA ASMY AROUND AUSTRALIA asmy.org.au gold-coast@asmy.org.au The Australian School of Meditation and Yoga is one of Australia s largest non-profit yoga schools with teaching centres in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Darwin and Adelaide. Each lifestyle centre is run by qualified teachers who offer relaxed and personable instruction incorporating asanas, meditation, diet, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques for a wholistic yoga experience. Please visit us to learn how yoga can benefit your life. 2 Our journey through life can be compared to traveling through a vast and varied landscape full of all kinds of wonders, enjoyment, dangers, suffering, heartache, light and darkness, clear and cloudy skies. On our journey through life we come across many different people and other living entities, all kinds of landscapes, experiences, challenges, fearful situations and comfortable and happy situations. Sometimes things go our way and sometimes they don t. There are times in our lives when it feels like we are walking through thick mud and everything is a hardship, while at other times life is like walking across flowery meadows where the sun is warm and the breeze refreshing. Sometimes everything is going our way for a while and we feel confident that we know where we are going and what direction to take, while at other times nothing is going our way and we feel confused about what direction we should take in our life. So what does life s journey have to do with yoga? After all isn t yoga just a type of physical exercise? Absolutely not! It is an enlightening path that helps one successfully travel the path of life itself. A path that offers a refuge from the storms of life; a path where the rugged mountains become small easily climbed hills; a path that enables us to integrate, harmonise, and surcharge with deep meaning and purpose, every aspect of our life, even the seemingly mundane. 3

3 DEEP PEACE MEDITATION DEEP PEACE MEDITATION: Experience the deeply relaxing and restorative effect of yoga relaxation and mantra meditation. These ancient yoga practices can help you overcome stress and anxieties, help relieve tension and calm the mind. This is 45 minutes of bliss. It feels wonderful and helps you to experience perfect rest and recuperation. This class will help transport you to a place of pure relaxation of mind, body and heart. Monday 10:45am & 5:30pm Tuesday 10:15am Wednesday 5:30pm Thursday 10:15am Nobby Beach 2241 Gold Coast Hwy Nobby Beach Shops Monday 5:30pm Southport Community Centre, 6 Lawson St Wednesday 10:30am Labrador Community Centre, Billington St Friday 10:45am Nerang Cycle Centre, 1 Hope St DEEP PEACE MEDITATION DAY RETREAT During the retreat you will experience many skills that can be easily implemented in your daily life to help to recreate the sublime peace you will be experiencing each moment of this day. We will be learning calming yoga breathing, a variety of meditations, a simple yoga class perfect for all levels and a relaxing head massage technique. The delicious vegetarian lunch is a taste treat even for those who are not used to plant based meals. (We even give you a cooking demonstration to show you how easy it is). 9:30am - 4:00pm (QLD time) 30th March, 25th May Nadia Rainforest Retreat, 323 Hogans Rd, Bilambil, NSW Bookings asmy.org.au vrndavan@asmy.org.au MEDITATION CLASSES TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE WITH MEDITATION Meditation is a time tested and proven process that enriches, improves and enhances your life. Use meditation to: Reduce stress and tension Increase your mental focus Gain a clearer understanding of yourself Help you to make better decisions in life Boost your ability to be self disciplined Help you exchange unhealthy habits for healthy life choices Develop positive traits such as compassion, forgiveness, tolerance and inner peace These practical, hands-on workshops will give you the tools you need to transform your life with meditation. Saturday 19th January 2019 Transform Your Life with Meditation 3 hour Workshop starting 1:00pm Thursday 4th April 2019 Transcend Stress with Meditation 2 part Course starting 7:30pm Thursday 7th February 2019 Transform Your Life with Meditation 2 part Course starting 7:30pm Saturday 25th May 2019 Meditation for Mindful Living 3 hour Workshop starting 1:00pm Saturday 16th March 2019 Cultivating Inner Happiness 3 hour Workshop starting 1:00pm Thursday 6th June 2019 Discover Your True Self 2 part Course starting 7:30pm Option for a free course, or $30 for the course with a take-home meditation kit Bookings Essential asmy.org.au gold-coast@asmy.org.au

4 YOGA OF MUSIC KIRTAN GETAWAY RETREAT LIFE LESSONS FROM THE BHAGAVAD GITA This four part series provides powerful spiritual insights into solving the problems we face in life. It brings peace of mind, clarity of thought and inspiration to life s journey. 19th - 22nd April Easter Long Weekend 2019 KIRTAN YOGA WISDOM SUNRISE MEDITATION NATURE HEALTHY LIVING DON T LOOK BACK: Life is not a rehearsal. Time goes by so quickly, we should search for answers to the deepest questions about life, love and the self; What is the purpose of my life? Set deep in the unspoiled natural beauty of the countryside surrounding Mt Warning, a land of ancient rainforests, fast flowing creeks, waterfalls and incredible views. This is a fantastic opportunity to leave all the stress of daily life behind and immerse yourself in the peace, joy and source of spiritual inspiration that is kirtan. Sunday 10th February 5:00pm 7:30pm The Mantra Room Fradgley Hall, Burleigh Heads Free Event LOST IN THE WORLD LIKE ME? Despite the benefits of technology, access to social media, entertainment & consumer goods we experience an emptiness within ourselves. Why? How can we find the fulfilment we crave? Come away with amazing local kirtan artists for 4 days of great music & beautiful sacred chanting, illuminating yoga wisdom talks, sunrise meditations, yoga asana sessions, fresh & tasty vegetarian meals, fantastic Ayurvedic workshops and much more! Thursday 28th March 7:30pm 9:30pm ASMY 2241 Gold Coast Hwy Nobby Beach Shops Free Event PROBLEM SOLVING & DECISION MAKING: Insights are the key to solving life s problems be they about personal relationships, our studies, or work with meditation and wisdom we can find a solution to any situation or problem in life. Does my perfect soulmate exist? Book your spot now DORMS GLAMPING CAMPING SINGLE/DOUBLE ROOMS Thursday 18th April 7:30pm 9:30pm ASMY 2241 Gold Coast Hwy Nobby Beach Shops Free Event WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE THE BEAUTIFUL FACE OF GOD? Many yogis and transcendentalists strive to achieve nirvana or liberation in the dazzling ocean of light. But is this ocean of light the final word in the search for the Absolute Truth? Or is there someone or something who is beyond the ocean of light? Sunday 19 May 5:00pm 7:30pm asmy.org.au /AustralianSchoolofMeditationandYoga 6 /yogaandmeditation The Mantra Room Fradgley Hall, Burleigh Heads Free Event 7

5 YOGA ASANA TIMETABLE NOBBY BEACH (MERMAID BEACH) TIMETABLE 2241 Gold Coast Hwy Nobby Beach Shops Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 9:30am S&R DHYA S&R YFA S&R DHYA 10:45am 10:15am 10:15am 5:30pm 5:30pm EYA 5:30pm 6:00pm Community Class by Donation* 6:30pm DHYA 6:30pm YFA S&R Stretch & Relax - $8 1 hr Gentle yoga stretches and deep relaxation DHYA Dynamic Hatha Yoga Asana $12/$8 1 hr Stretch, strengthen, balance & breathe YFA - Yoga Flow Asana - $12/$8 1 hr A flowing sequence of fun, challenging poses EYA - Easy Yoga Asana- $12/$8 1 hr With attention to posture, joint health and breathing Deep Peace Meditation By Donation 45 min Guided drop in meditation sessions * Run by Yoga Teacher Trainees Centre closed: Sun 16 Dec Sun 6 Jan 2019 First class for 2019 Mon 7 Jan 5 class pass $50 10 class pass $95 1 month pass $85 Annual pass $800 asmy.org.au /AustralianSchoolofMeditationandYoga /yogaandmeditation COMMUNITY CLASSES AROUND THE COAST Free and low cost classes in conjunction with the GCCC Active & Healthy Program Burleigh Nerang Southport Yoga Asana by The Sea Saturday 8:00am $3 Justins Park, Burleigh Heads Beachfront Yoga Asana Class Sunday 8:30am $3 Fradgley Hall (Above Burleigh Library) Cnr Park Ave & Gold Coast Hwy Robina Easy Yoga Asana Class Tuesday FREE Thursday 11:00am FREE Robina Community Centre 196 Robina Town Centre Dr Easy Yoga Asana Class Monday 9:30am* $8 Friday 9:30am $8 Deep Peace Meditation Friday 10:45 am Donation Nerang Cycle Centre 1 Hope Street, Nerang * No Class on Mon 7 Jan Easy Yoga Asana Class Wednesday 6:00pm* FREE Country Paradise Parklands 231 Beaudesert-Nerang Rd * No Class on Wed 20 March Yoga Asana Room F3 Monday 6:30pm $8 Easy Yoga Asana Main Hall Thursday 9:15am FREE Deep Peace Meditation Monday 5:30pm Donation Southport Community Centre 6 Lawson St Labrador Yoga Asana Class Wednesday 9:30am $12/$8 concession Deep Peace Meditation Wednesday 10:30am Donation Labrador Community Centre Billington St (Activity Room A - Upstairs) 8 9

6 YOGA DAY FESTIVAL ALL THINGS YOGA An iconic annual festival commemorating the United Nations International Day of Yoga, enjoy an incredible morning of community celebrations for all things yoga! Held on the beautiful Burleigh beachside, enjoy inspiring yoga flows under the Winter sun by much loved local teachers. Wander through our boho tent village filled with relaxing meditation sessions, Ayurvedic workshops, yoga masterclasses, Vedic wisdom discussions and more. Let the little yogis in your family have fun with games, music and face painting and more in our vibrant kids yoga area. Refuel with nourishing, delicious vegan eats in our food forest. Round out the day with the Yoga Day Festival s most popular event - a freeing yoga dance - followed by soaring sacred music with one of Australia s leading kirtan bands, Ashraya. WORKSHOPS F REE YOGA LIFESTYLE WO RKSHO PS ARO UND THE GO LD CO AST Saturday 1st June 9am 1pm Justin s Park, Burleigh Heads Free Event Family Friendly In conjunction with the GCCC s Active and Healthy Program and the GCCC Library programs, we are happy to present a wide variety of yoga lifestyle workshops around the Gold Coast. Journey of Self Discovery: Elanora Library Tuesday 5 February 10:00am to 12:00pm The Yoga Lifestyle & How To Become A Happy Person: Helensvale Library Tuesday 12 February 10:00am to 12:00pm Elanora Library Tuesday 5 March 10:00am to 12:00pm The Yoga Lifestyle & Dealing With Stress/Anxiety: Elanora Library Tuesday 2 April 10:00am to 12:00pm Bask in the glow of the yoga, feeling grateful for all the ways the yoga lifestyle has given us sanctuary from the demands of everyday life and guided us on the path to self-discovery. The Yoga Lifestyle & Dealing With Insomnia: Helensvale Library Tuesday 12 March 10:00am to 12:00pm Introduction to Yoga (for beginners): Robina Library Monday 18 March 10:30am to 12:30pm Helensvale Library Tuesday 28 May 10:00am to 12:00pm The Yoga Lifestyle & Dealing With Pain: Helensvale Library Tuesday 30 April 10:00am to 12:00pm Elanora Library Tuesday 7 May 10:00am to 12:00pm Yoga & the Immune System: asmy.org.au /AustralianSchoolofMeditationandYoga 10 /yogaandmeditation Southport Library Monday 24 June 10:30am to 12:30pm

7 THE MANTRA ROOM KIRTAN TALKS MEDITATION MUSIC COMMUNITY Presenting events that promote spiritual awareness, compassion and peace in the individual and in the world. A vibrant mix of live kirtan, meditation and yoga wisdom in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Featuring house band Ashraya and a variety of talented guest kirtan artists. The Mantra Room is the heart and soul of kirtan on the Gold Coast. Everyone is welcome to come sing and dance or simply rest your heart and mind in the experience of transcendental sound. TheMantraRoom.com /MantraRoom /themantraroom Weekly Events Friday Nights WHAT IS KIRTAN? Kirtan is the heart and soul of yoga. Often described as meditation of the heart, kirtan is the hearing and singing of mantras or transcendental sounds. Weaving together melody, music and mantra in an interactive experience with people responding to the words of the singer, clapping, swaying and sometimes dancing, kirtan is simultaneously a meditative, exhilarating and fun activity. Man means mind and Tra means to draw away or to free. By meditating on these sacred sounds we free the mind and heart of the stress and worries of life and begin to taste the happiness that we are always searching for. Kirtan is yoga s most essential and valuable treasure because it nourishes a person s deepest needs; inner peace, inner happiness, freedom from fear and heartfelt connection with the Supreme Soul and others in spiritual love. [acoustic relaxing candlelight] 6:30-8:00pm ASMY Centre, 2241 Gold Coast Hwy, Nobby Beach shops. Free Event. Refreshments & Dessert served Sunday Evenings [electric uplifting dance] 5:00-7:30pm Fradgley Hall, Burleigh Heads (cnr Park Avenue & Gold Coast Hwy) above the library. Free Event. Vegetarian meals available $5 Six friends bonded by a love of sacred music, transcendental sound, mantra meditation, kirtan and yoga wisdom became... Ashraya. Our goal is to share the Divine Names with every pair of ears on the planet. Travel on the waves of sacred sound and find your safe harbour, your rock, your foundation, your shelter from the storms. Kirtan brings us joy and we find happiness sharing it with everyone we meet! Come sing with us, dance and let the sacred music set you free! 12 /Ashraya.Band 13 /ashrayaband

8 Adventure & Meditate Day Retreat Mount Warning 12th January Lip Falls, Beechmont 9th March Come away on a soul fulfilling day out in nature with likeminded people! Hiking, swimming, breath-taking scenery, friends, guided rainforest meditation and relaxation, hatha yoga flows and sacred kirtan music meditation. Mantra Drumming Workshop 6th April 1:00pm 4:00pm A fun and creative way to explore mantra meditation, sacred kirtan music and drumming with the talented and gifted musicians from ASMY. Master new rhythms and combine with the group to perform (and record!) an invigorating and electrifying sacred yoga chant all of your own!! Australian School of Meditation & Yoga Nobby Beach Shops $25, $20 (students) $25, $20 (students) Morning & Afternoon Tea Provided Transport Available If Necessary Free Yoga in May for Veterans and Active Duty ADF 1st 31st May SPECIAL EVENTS Thrills & Chills Day Retreat 2nd February 9:30am - 8:00pm (QLD Time) The perfect blend of fun and relaxation on a refreshing Summer s day! An ebb and flow of yoga asanas and guided meditations, hill waterslides and creek adventures, sacred kirtan music concerts, spiritual wisdom talks and insights. Plus, a delicious vegetarian/vegan buffet lunch and dinner, cooking masterclass and massage workshop. All set in an artistically woven beautiful retreat centre. Nadia Rainforest Retreat, Bilambil $80, $55 (students) Full Moon Beach Kirtan 20 February 5:30pm - 8:00pm Infuse your week with the joy of kirtan! An enchanting evening of timeless mantras intertwined with spirited melodies awaits as you relax in the glow of the captivating full moon. Find out why our full moon kirtans are the biggest sacred music events of the year, with hundreds of souls coming together to soothe mind and heart in the comforting embrace of spiritual sounds. TBA, please check our website for details Free Event Family Friendly BYO Picnic Golden Moon Festival 21st March 5:30pm - 8:00pm Enjoy a blissful night of moonlit mantras and meditation! Wind down with deeply moving sacred music as the golden moon rises over the ocean. Pack your favourite meal and find the perfect spot in our slice of vibrantly decorated beachside paradise, surrounded by like-hearted souls. Feel the full moon of spiritual love and inner peace rising in your heart as you completely rest in starlit sacred kirtan! Justin s Park, Burleigh Heads Free Event Family Friendly BYO Picnic 14 Veteran and military communities around the world are successfully using the tools of yoga and meditation to help support their health, resiliency and healing and the physical, mental and emotional demands of military service. We look forward to welcoming all active duty ADF and veterans to our programs for free in May in the hopes of supporting them on their path to health and well-being. Australian School of Meditation & Yoga Nobby Beach Shops Flow In The Dark Yoga Party 2nd May 6:30pm 9:30pm Spend a night out right Yogi style! Think body art, glow in the dark yoga flows, live mantra music beats, sacred yoga chant, games, prizes, vegan finger food and much more. An evening of freestyle fun to let your true colours shine and your inner glow illuminate. Mo s Desert Clubhouse, Burleigh Heads $35, $25 (students) Vegan Nibbles Bhakti Soul Dance 2nd June 5:00pm 8:00pm THE YOGA DAY FESTIVAL CELEBRATIONS CONTINUE! Dancing comes from the soul. To move, to dance and to be free is an expression of the soul, part of our very being. So what happens when we connect the soul s innate desire to dance with transcendental sound vibration? All burdens, worries and fears fly away and are replaced with bhakti (spiritual love) within the heart. It s an opportunity to connect to the Divine and literally dance your cares away! Enjoy the fun and freedom that Bhakti Soul Dance has to offer! It will be an unforgettable night of great music, ecstatic dance and transcendental bliss. The Mantra Room Fradgley Hall, Burleigh Heads Free Event $5 Veg meal available Please RSVP facebook.com/mantraroom 15

9 YOGA TEACHER TRAINING VEDA YOGA TRAINING - Do you love yoga and are appreciative of all its wonderful benefits? - Are you interested in developing your yoga practice in a safe and caring way? - Do you like the yoga lifestyle and would like to deepen your spiritual practice? - Would you like to change your direction in life to something more rewarding and holistic? - And WOULD YOU LOVE to share your knowledge and enthusiasm for yoga with others? Then this course is for you and enrolments for 2019 are now open! Book in now or Enquire at Vedayogatraining.com