AUSTRALIAN SCHOOL OF MEDITATION & YOGA

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1 AUSTRALIAN SCHOOL OF MEDITATION & YOGA Meditation, Yoga, Kirtan, Philosophy, Workshops, Retreats JANUARY - JUNE 2018 Gold Coast

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 MEDITATION MASTERCLASS SERIES 7 YOGA ASANA TIMETABLE 8 30 DAY YOGA CHALLENGE 9 10 FESTIVAL 2018 EVENTS FREE YOGA LIFESTYLE WORKSHOPS 11 WHAT IS KIRTAN? 12 THE MANTRA ROOM 13 SPECIAL EVENTS 14 YOGA TEACHER TRAINING 16 FREESTYLE CHILLOUT 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 10:35am Labrador Girl Guides Hall, 222 Turpin Rd 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) 10 March, 28 April, 30 June 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. January Part Course starting 10:30am Wednesday 10th April Part Course starting 7:30pm Thursday 5th February Part Course starting 7:30pm Thursday 1st May Part Course starting 10:30am Wednesday 2nd March Part Course starting 10:30am Wednesday 7th June Part Course starting 7:30pm Thursday 7th Option for a free course, or $30 for the course with a take-home kit Bookings Essential asmy.org.au gold-coast@asmy.org.au

4 YOGA OF MUSIC MEDITATION MASTERCLASS SERIES KIRTAN GETAWAY RETREAT Radha Krishna das offers a beautifully clear & practical understanding of the profound wisdom of yoga. Learn authentic spiritual practices and methods of meditation that help you better understand the roots of happiness, love and innerpeace and how to live a truly successful, enlightened life. 30th March - 2nd April Easter Long Weekend 2018 KIRTAN YOGA WISDOM SUNRISE MEDITATION NATURE HEALTHY LIVING Come away with the kirtan artists from The Mantra Room for 4 days of great music, beautiful sacred chanting, illuminating yoga wisdom talks, spellbinding vedic storytelling, sunrise meditations, yoga asana sessions, fresh, tasty vegetarian meals and fantastic workshops including sattvic yoga diet and deep yoga relaxation and breathing. THE SECRET TO DEEPENING YOUR PRACTICE: Clearly understand what the deepest level of meditation is, and learn how to achieve it. Move beyond the many misconceptions that hold us back from achieving the goal of meditation. Thursday 18th January 7:30pm 9:30pm PRACTICAL MINDFULNESS - YOU ARE NOT WHAT YOU THINK: Gain freedom from the turmoil of the mind and learn practical ways to use mindfulness to live a meaningful, peaceful and happy life. Thursday 22nd March 7:30pm 9:30pm This retreat is both the perfect introduction to a kirtan (yoga chanting) practice for an absolute beginner as well as an opportunity for a long time practitioner to dive right in for an incredible, immersive chanting experience. If you ve never tried kirtan before, here is your opportunity to find what you ve been missing out on your whole life! TRANSFORM ANGER: Learn how our meditation practice can help us transform the darkness of anger and lift the burden from our hearts, minds and bodies as well as strengthen the inner forgiveness muscle that all of us possess. Thursday 26th April 7:30pm 9:30pm ACCESS YOUR INNER WORLD TO CURE LONELINESS: Sages and yogis throughout the ages have gone out of their way to spend time in isolation, living as a hermit in the mountains or in a cave. Far from feeling lonely or isolated, they are some of the happiest people in the world. What is their secret and how can you use it to find happiness in your own inner world? Thursday 17th May 7:30pm 9:30pm For bookings or more info, contact Gayatri Dasi at brisbane@asmy.org.au DORMS GLAMPING CAMPING SINGLE/DOUBLE ROOMS LOVE, IDENTITY & SELF WORTH: Unfortunately, many of us assess our self worth based on physical beauty, popularity, abilities, achievements, wealth, etc. According to the teachings of yoga, each person has an intrinsic, inherent value that is beyond calculation. Thursday 28th June 7:30pm 9:30pm asmy.org.au /AustralianSchoolofMeditationandYoga 6 /yogaandmeditation ASMY 2241 Gold Coast Hwy Nobby Beach Shops Free Event 7

5 YOGA ASANA TIMETABLE NOBBY BEACH (MERMAID BEACH) TIMETABLE S&R Stretch & Relax - $8 1 hr Gentle yoga stretches and deep relaxation Yoga Asana Classes - $12/$8 1 hr Stretch, strengthen, balance & breathe 2241 Gold Coast Hwy Nobby Beach Shops gold-coast@asmy.org.au Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 9:30am S&R S&R S&R 10:45am 10:15am 10:15am 5:30pm 5:30pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 6:30pm Deep Peace Meditation By Donation 45 min Guided drop in meditation sessions 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 Easy Yoga Asana Class Wednesday 6:00pm FREE Country Paradise Parklands 231 Beaudesert-Nerang Rd Due to the Commonwealth Games and the hall hire issues around it, please review our website for up to date information for classes in between January and June, DAY YOGA CHALLENGE How would it feel to practice yoga and meditation every day? To relax, unwind and feel grounded every day, for 30 days? This coming April we invite you to join us for a solid 30 days of practice! This challenge is perfect for anyone who: Wants to make yoga a healthy habit Would like to establish a simple and sustainable home practice Is curious about how yoga practices can benefit their life Starts April 1st Book your 30 Day experience today! 8 9 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 10:35am Donation Girl Guides Hall 222 Turpin Rd (Brisbane Rd end)

6 FESTIVAL 2018 EVENTS VIBRANT INSPIRATIONAL AUTHENTIC As part of Festival 2018 join us for events with a unique blend of yoga, meditation, music and dance. Let s come together to experience the true spirit of yoga at this iconic celebration of the arts and community. Nourish & Flourish Sunrise Flow: Infuse your morning with a happy, healthy asana flow and soul nourishing meditation as you bask in the early morning sun. Festival 2018, Broadbeach 5th April 6:00am 7:00am Free Event Yoga by the Sea: Join Andrew, one of the Gold Coast s favourite yoga teachers, for energizing flows and relaxing meditation as you breathe in the refreshing ocean air! Complete with delicious, healthy treats from Kiss The Berry Burleigh. Justin s Park Burleigh Heads 7th & 14th April 8:00am Free Event Bhakti Soul Dance + Sacred Music Concert: Let all your worries wash away as talented yoga dance teacher Sami and one of Australia s leading kirtan bands Ashraya lead you through soulful kirtan grooves and uplifting dance moves that will leave you feeling joyful, rejuvenated, and peaceful. Bleach Festival, Currumbin Beach 7th April 6:00pm 8:00pm Free Event Flow Your Way to Better Health: Grab your friends and head to the park for this beautiful yoga self-care session that will help you slay those midweek blues in a calming, inspiring way. Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach 11th April 8:00am Free Event WORKSHOPS F REE YOGA LIFESTYLE WO RKSHO PS ARO UND THE GO LD CO AST 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 at around the Gold Coast. The Yoga Lifestyle & Meditation: Elanora Library Tuesday 6th March 10:00am to 12:00pm Southport Library Monday 30th April 10:30am to 12:30pm Breathing, Relaxation and Meditation For Seniors: Elanora Library Monday 14th May 10:30 to 11:30am The Yoga Lifestyle & Dealing With Stress/Anxiety: Nerang Library Monday 19th February 10:30am to 12:30pm Elanora Library Tuesday 3rd April 10:00am to 12:00pm The Yoga Lifestyle & How To Become A Happy Person: Robina Library Monday 19th March 10:30am to 12:30pm Elanora Library Tuesday 1st May 10:00am to 12:00pm Journey of Self Discovery: Robina Library Monday 22nd January 10:30am to 12:30pm Elanora Library Tuesday 5th June 10:00am to 12:00pm Introduction to Yoga (for beginners): Mudgeeraba Old Post Office Heritage Centre Thursday 8th February 10:00am to 12:00pm RSVP via Robina Library Mini Yoga Retreats: Helensvale Library Saturday 3rd February 12:00 to 3:30pm Southport Library Saturday 26th May 12:00 to 3:30pm asmy.org.au /AustralianSchoolofMeditationandYoga 10 /yogaandmeditation The Yoga Lifestyle (complete well-being): Broadbeach Library Monday 23rd April 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 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. Friday Nights [acoustic relaxing candlelight] 6:30-8:00pm ASMY Centre, 2241 Gold Coast Hwy, Nobby Beach shops. Free Event. Chai & 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 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. Gold Coast based kirtan band, Ashraya, is made up of a group of friends who weave together a distinctive, creative approach to the music of yoga. From soul stirring heart songs to upbeat mantra rock blended with groovy world fusions. Ashraya is a Sanskrit word meaning shelter. In the beautiful, heartwarming mantras sung in kirtan, we find our shelter from the storms of life. We love sharing the joy of kirtan with our community. Please contact us if you d like us to play at your event /Ashraya.Band 13 /ashrayaband

8 SPECIAL EVENTS Under The Blue Moon 31st January 6:00-9:00pm Meditation Mantras Music Moonlight Join us for the perfect summer night of moonlit mantras and meditation! Watch the beautiful blue moon rise over the ocean as one of Australia s leading kirtan bands Ashraya serenades you with deeply moving sacred music. Bust out your flower crowns, grab your tribe, pack a delicious picnic, and get ready for a refreshing summer night of transcendental bliss! Justin s Park, Burleigh Heads Free event BYO Picnic Family Friendly Blue Moon Rising 31st March 6:00pm 9:00pm Meditation Mantras Music Moonlight Infuse your long weekend 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 blue moon. Find out why our full moon kirtans are the biggest sacred music events of the year, with hundreds of beautiful souls coming together to soothe mind and heart in the comforting embrace of spiritual sounds. Justin s Park Burleigh Heads Free Event BYO Picnic Family Friendly Yoga Day Festival 16th June 1:00pm Pralad And The Chants 25th February, 29th April, 6th May, 24th June 5:00-7:30pm Pralad and the Chants - well known for their Chant for Peace Festivals, their Acoustic Journey kirtans and amazing Rock Out Dancefests. This tight knit trio of great musicians create a perfect musical springboard for the beautiful yoga mantras that cleanse our mind and heart of all tension and anxiety leaving us feeling refreshed, happy and peaceful. The Mantra Room Fradgley Hall, Burleigh Heads Free Event $5 Veg meal available Golden Moon Festival 2nd March 6:00 9:00pm It s time for the most vibrant, joyous beach festival of the year! Enjoy relaxing guided meditations and soulful sacred music as the full moon rises over the breathtaking Burleigh Heads beach. The perfect way to shake off the stresses of the week and welcome the weekend, bask in the all satisfying glow of kirtan. Join us for an incredible night of sacred sounds, moonlight, bhajans, community, and spiritual bliss! Justin s Park, Burleigh Heads Free event BYO Picnic Family Friendly Please RSVP facebook.com/mantraroom 14 Community celebration of International Yoga Day at Justin s Park on the beautiful Burleigh Heads beachfront. Talented local teachers take you on a fun and inspirational journey through flowing asanas, sacred music, guided meditations and a long and luxurious relaxation in the warmth of the gentle winter sun. Plus! Wander into our meditation tent for rejuvenating deep peace sessions and yoga lifestyle workshops. And bring the little yogis to have fun in our famous kids yoga space with games, music, dancing and more! Justin s Park, Burleigh Heads Free Event Family Friendly Bhakti Soul Dance 17th June 5:00pm 8:00pm 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! The Mantra Room Fradgley Hall, Burleigh Heads Free Event $5 Veg meal available 15

9 YOGA TEACHING TRAINING Do you love yoga and wish you could share your passion with others in a safe and effective way? Veda Yoga Teacher Training will give you the skills needed to build a successful personal practice and professional teaching method in a friendly, caring atmosphere. Next course begins February 2018 Book in now or inquire at Vedayogatraining.com FREESTYLE CHILLOUT UNIVERSITY YOGA & MEDITATION CLASSES AROUND THE COAST Free & low cost classes Students (Free) Non-Students ($3) Meal on offer ($5) A fresh approach to all things health. Whether it s on campus spreading the good vibes, chilling out in nature disconnecting to connect or retreating for the weekend to reset and recharge; there s practically always something far out and cool going on at the FC hq s! Your challenge, should you choose to accept it is to let us share with you some freestyle fun. You ll be in your element! Classes run subject to semester please contact us to confirm FC also runs yoga, meditation and adventure day trips/retreats! For more info: amara@freestylechillout freestylechillout