MANGROVE YOGA ASHRAM 2013 PROGRAM NSW AUSTRALIA. Living Satyananda Yoga. book online at 1

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1 MANGROVE YOGA ASHRAM Living Satyananda Yoga 2013 PROGRAM NSW AUSTRALIA book online at 1

2 2 SATYANANDA YOGA is a unique and integral system of yoga, created by world-renowned master Swami Satyananda Saraswati. Drawing from the essence of Tantra, Vedanta and Samkhya, this tradition offers an unparalleled yoga experience, and a means to practise and live yoga, according to individual needs. For more information about Satyananda Yoga visit Mangrove Yoga Ashram Surrounded by timeless sandstone cliffs and pristine native bush, Mangrove offers the opportunity to step outside of one s day-to-day life and experience a different lifestyle. This dynamic way of life imbibes the essence of Satyananda Yoga and brings together people from all walks of life to experience ashram, retreat centre and yoga academy. This diversity of function creates a vibrant and life-enhancing atmosphere with a distinct pattern and inspiring rhythm to the daily life and the sangha (yoga community). Mangrove also runs daily yoga classes, year round retreats and residential stays for all levels of experience. Accommodation and fees All stays at Mangrove include an early morning yoga class, yoga nidra relaxation, delicious vegetarian meals, accommodation and an evening program. Our standard personal retreat fees are $80 per person per night for a shared room, which may accommodate up to 3. For all listed retreats, accommodation is based on shared rooms. Additional charges per night* $90 single ensuite $60 single standard room $60 twin ensuite $50 shared ensuite (min 3 persons) $45 twin standard room Camping and dorms less $10 from standard fee All visits must be booked 24 hours in advance. Receive a 10% discount for all stays booked online more than 7 days in advance. Group discounts are also available. Winter heating The ashram has a well-established sustainability program which aims to reduce our carbon footprint, a major factor of which is energy conservation. All residents and visitors are encouraged to support ashram sustainability. During winter, heating is a major component of our electricity consumption. In order to maintain comfort levels throughout the coldest times, room heaters operate on a timer during early morning and evening. Additional heating is available upon request for a surcharge of $20 per day. *Add to standard accommodation fee Food as prasad All our cooks are encouraged to embrace an attitude of devotional service with regard to food preparation. The simple yet delicious vegetarian/vegan meals we serve are first offered to the source of our sustenance, as a way of demonstrating our appreciation and gratitude. We ask that all embrace this sentiment and accept gracefully the meals that are provided during your stay. Genuine dietary requirements for health reasons are respected, and can be accommodated with a simple meal of steamed vegetables and rice for a surcharge of $10 per day. There is a visitors fridge available, should you wish to bring additional food items with you. Arriving for a weekend retreat Beat the evening traffic and come early if you can. Arrive on Friday for afternoon tea at 3pm and early registration. Relax into the ashram environment and have the option of experiencing the weekly Devi Havan (fire ceremony) from pm. A complimentary 5.15pm yoga class follows, before dinner at 6pm. The evening program at 7.15pm consists of various practices according to the nature of the weekend, and may include kirtan, yoga nidra, meditation or satsang. The core yoga practices are then introduced with the early morning class on Saturday. All retreats and programs conclude at 3.00pm on the final day, unless otherwise stated. Visit our website for more details of our programs. book online at 3

3 4 Regular programs By prior arrangement for outside guests. Devi Havan Every Friday 4.00pm 5.00pm by dakshina (donation) Celebrate the Shakti (feminine principle) with the practice of Devi havan. This fire ceremony, combined with mantra, purifies, transforms and uplifts the individual and the environment. Full Moon Havan Every month on full moon by dakshina (donation) Honour the Shiva principle (consciousness) and attune with the cycles of the moon. Visit our website or phone us for details and times. Wednesday Weekly Yoga 9.30am 11.00am; 7.00pm 8.30pm ($15 / $13 concession) These classes are ongoing for locals, or as part of an ashram stay. Practise the classical Satyananda system in an environment conducive to deepening your yogic experience. Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, Dinner and Kirtan Every Saturday 5.15pm 8.15pm by dakshina (donation) Mahamrityunjaya mantra is chanted every week, in Satyananda Yoga ashrams and centres worldwide, for peace, healing and wellbeing. Followed by dinner and an evening kirtan program. Ekadashi Sadhana Fortnightly 5.15pm 6.00pm by dakshina (donation) Ekadashi is a spiritually beneficial day occurring twice a month. Every Ekadashi the Bhagavad Gita is chanted in our ashrams in India. Chapter 12 (The Yoga of Devotion) and chapter 15 (The Yoga of the Supreme Spirit) are chanted here in Sanskrit with English transliteration. See website for details. Daily Lunch and Satyananda Yoga Nidra 12.30pm lunch and 2.30pm Yoga Nidra ($30) (Note: Sunday yoga nidra is at 12 noon) Satyananda Yoga Nidra is a meditation technique practised lying down to enhance deep relaxation and to release tension. Tailor-made Individual Classes Work one on one with a resident Satyananda Yoga teacher to develop your own personal practice (sadhana) to take home. 1½ hour yoga class ($120) 45 min kirtan and music class ($60) Sannyasa Yatra Spreading yoga from door to door and shore to shore Invite a Satyananda Yoga Academy teacher into your community to conduct programs, seminars, workshops and/or retreats. Draw on their vast experience and specialised knowledge of yoga from the practical to the more subtle and esoteric. Contact us for more details, teacher profiles and availability at the following: sannyasayatra@satyananda.net Sevak positions If you have practised seva on a regular basis, and can adapt to the diverse environment and needs of the ashram, you may apply for a sevak position in a particular department (a six month to one year commitment is required). Contact us to discuss the possibility of a seva option on a continuous basis. servelovegive@satyananda.net Yogic Living: Immersion: 1 Month to 1 Year Experience the transition from practising yoga to living yoga. At the heart of this pathway into ashram life is the opportunity to both give of yourself and learn more about yourself through the classical systems of yoga. Immerse yourself in daily yoga classes, philosophical discussions, creative activities, karma yoga and a selection of weekend courses with our most experienced teachers and Acharyas from this tradition. As part of this course there is also the opportunity to travel to India to help prepare for the World Yoga Convention in By application only: yogicliving@satyananda.net Skills and Lifestyle Stay $55 per night Combines personal retreat and ashram life; this option allows you to engage in half day karma yoga along with equal time for yoga classes, rest, rejuvenation and swadhyaya (self-inquiry). servelovegive@satyananda.net Personal Retreat Stay $80 per night Throughout most of the year, you can come for a personal retreat. Use this time to rest and recharge. Enjoy bush walks, swimming or kayaking in the creek, our extensive yoga library and join as you like: daily yoga classes and evening programs. Ashram Family: April school holidays Apr (Personal retreat fees apply and 50% off for children. Under 3 free) This week has been designated family friendly. Families are encouraged to come at this time to experience ashram lifestyle, meet other families and simply enjoy this inspiring environment. Please note that children under 5 require full-time parental supervision. Program free and ashram closed At various times throughout the year the ashram will be program free or closed. During program free times, no yoga classes or evening programs are offered. See website for dates. Dakshina (donation) Various programs throughout the year are by dakshina (no nominal fee). Dakshina allows you to give what you can within your own financial means, with a feeling of offering something back to the ashram and to the community. Ways to give Get involved in various projects that promote yogic lifestyle and sustainable living within Mangrove, around Australia and in India. You can contribute through seva or financially through one of our dedicated fundraising streams. Please contact us for more information. giving@satyananda.net book online at 5

4 january January Deepening Sadhana: Tattwa Shuddhi New Year Retreat with Swami Satyadharma Dec 31 Jan 5 ($625) Tattwa Shuddhi is a tantric technique which purifies the entire elemental infrastructure of the body and mind. Incorporating the yogic philosophy that the whole universe comprises the 5 elements (tattwas) earth, water, fire, air and ether this retreat explores these elements through asana, pranayama, mantra and meditation. Includes New Year s Eve celebrations along with a midnight havan of auspiciousness. All levels of experience welcome. Seva Week/Month Jan 1 Feb 1 ($10 per night) Learn the art of performing actions without expectation. Practise karma yoga, and attend daily yoga classes and programs. Minimum commitment is from one week up to one month. Physical and mental fitness essential. Open Day Jan 6 by dakshina (donation) Learn more about Satyananda Yoga and its teachings with a day visit to Mangrove. Experience a yoga class and relax with yoga nidra. Enjoy a vegetarian lunch, take a tour of the ashram with one of our knowledgable residents and have all your questions answered. Group bookings are welcome. Yogic Studies: Module 1 Jan 7 21 The first module from the Diploma of Satyananda Yoga Training provides the foundation to yogic theory and the practices of Satyananda Yoga. The major branches are introduced: hatha, karma, raja, bhakti, jnana and mantra yogas. Includes two week residential and four months home study and practice. See website for course handbook. Yoga Meditation with Swami Kriyatma Jan ($260) Be guided by one of the most accomplished teachers of this tradition through the various meditations from the tantras, as developed and refined by Swami Satyananda. See website for details of program and teachers. Jan ($50) Practise Swami Sivananda s maxim of. Help maintain the ashram grounds to their natural state with bush regeneration or selflessly give your time on the ashram farm or other projects. Whatever the work, this weekend gives you the opportunity to practise the art of giving. Family Week with Radha and friends Jan ($550 1st adult, 50% off for 2nd adult and children. Under 3 free) Experience how yoga can enrich family life. Connect with other like-minded parents and children at this time and join in varied structured and spontaneous activities for the whole family. Includes time out for families to rest each day. Jan ($50) Breathe in the clean fresh air of Mangrove and be part of an inspired team that develops sustainable projects on the ashram s organic farm. Balance a hard day s work with yoga classes and evening programs. Place your foot step by step on the different rungs of the ladder of yoga. Make a program of practices and stick to it systematically and regularly. Be earnest in your sadhana. When you are ready you will enter the halls of wisdom. 1 Swami Sivananda Continuing Professional Development: Neurological Conditions and Motor Impairment with Mantragyanam (Maarten Immink) Jan ($320) This weekend covers concepts related to neurological conditions, their impact on movement and the evidence based recommendations for people practising and teaching yoga. Suitable for yoga teachers from all traditions and medical and allied health professionals. Yogic Studies: Module 2 Jan 23 Feb 6 Introduces yogic physiology: nadis, prana, koshas, chakras and yoga psychology (eastern and western concepts of consciousness and mind). Includes two week residential and four months home study and practice. See website for course handbook. Yoga Relax: Long Weekend with Swami Karmayogini and Samhita Jan ($375) Unwind over the long weekend and explore the foundation practices within the Satyananda tradi tion. Learn postures, breathing and meditations specifically designed to harmonise the body and mind. Ideal for those who are new to the Satyananda tradition or yoga in general. book online at 7

5 february march February Living Yoga with Rishi Hridayananda Feb 1 3 ($260) Join the appointed spiritual mother, mentor and guide of Mangrove Yoga Ashram, for this nurturing weekend. Learn yogic health management techniques that can be integrated for maintaining a life-long practice. Feb 1 3 ($50) Practise Swami Sivananda s maxim of Serve Love Give. Help maintain the ashram grounds to their natural state with bush regeneration or selflessly give your time on the ashram farm or other projects. Whatever the work, this weekend gives you the opportunity to practise the art of giving. Yogic Studies: Module 3 Feb Introduces intermediate practices and primary yogic texts: Patanjali s Yoga Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita and Kundalini Tantra. Includes two week residential and four months home study and practice. See website for course handbook. Student Weekend Feb For current Yogic Studies students. Practise seva, join inspired study sessions, and have time out. Feb ($50) Breathe in the clean fresh air of Mangrove and be part of an inspired team that develops sustainable projects on the ashram s organic farm. Balance a hard day s work with yoga classes and evening programs. Yoga Relax Feb ($190, or Saturday only $120) Learn yoga postures, breathing and meditation practices specifically designed to help you to de-stress and relax. Ideal for those who are new to the Satyananda tradition or yoga in general. Wisdom of the Forest: Exploring the Upanishads with Swami Jyotimitra Feb ($290) Explore the inner mystic teachings at the core of Indian philosophy. Through the vivid metaphors and timeless prose of the Upanishads, learn how the path of yoga can lead beyond the web of karma to the final, blissful union of the personal soul, atman, with the universal soul, Brahman. March Mar 1 3 ($50) Practise Swami Sivananda s maxim of. Help maintain the ashram grounds to their natural state with bush regeneration or selflessly give your time on the ashram farm or other projects. Whatever the work, this weekend gives you the opportunity to practise the art of giving. First Aid and Yoga Mar 1 3 ($330) Attain your certification in a yogic environment. Receive training, assessment, accommodation and daily yoga. An option to receive the manual by post for pre-completion is advised. Contact reception for more details. Hatha Yoga Cleanse with Rishi Hridayananda Mar 1 3 ($290) Learn the shatkarmas safe, simple and effective cleansing practices that have been used by yogis for thousands of years. This weekend takes you step by step through the practice of laghoo, also referred to as the salt water cleanse. Master Yoga Cleanse: Poorna Shankhaprakshalana with Rishi Hridayananda Mar 1 8 ($650) Recharge your batteries with the full salt water cleanse. Practise traditional hatha yoga within the supportive environment of the ashram. Requires rest for the week and strict diet for one month. Application via reception only. Seva Week Mar ($10 per night) Develop an understanding of authentic non-attachment through practising the yoga of action (karma yoga). Daily yoga classes complement this inspiring time in the ashram. book online at 9

6 march april Sivaratri: The Dark Night of Shiva Mar 12 by dakshina (donation) 6.00pm 9.00pm The Dark Night of Shiva celebrates the marriage of Shiva and Parvati, which represents the union of the individual and universal soul. Celebrate this auspicious night with a special dinner and kirtan. There is the option to stay overnight and attend the early morning Shiva inspired yoga class for no extra fee. The dark night of consciousness is when this consciousness is all alone and no objective experience takes place. You don t hear, see, feel or know anything. Time, space and objectivity the three qualities of mind fall away. Consciousness alone remains. This is the dark night of the soul, the stage just before illumination. So Sivaratri is a symbol of the spiritual state of samadhi. But for us, Sivaratri means the state preceding samadhi illumination. 2 Swami Satyananda Student Weekend Mar For ongoing Yogic Studies students. Practise seva, join inspired study sessions, and have time out. Mar ($50) Breathe in the clean fresh air of Mangrove and be part of an inspired team that develops sustainable projects on the ashram s organic farm. Balance a hard day s work with yoga classes and evening programs. Yoga, Food and Health with Swami Gurupremananda Mar ($260) Join Swami Gurupremananda, author of Yoga, Food and Health for a fun, wholesome weekend of conscious cooking, eating and yoga. With hands-on sessions in the Mangrove kitchen, get inspired to serve, love, and give wonderful food. Learn the secrets of delicious vegetarian dishes that can easily be recreated at home, plus pick up tips for maintaining a balanced yogic lifestyle. Yoga Relax with Dharmagya Mar ($190 or Saturday only $120) Learn yoga postures, breathing and meditation practices specifically designed to help you to de-stress and relax. Ideal for those who are new to the Satyananda tradition or yoga in general. Easter at Rocklyn: Yoga for Self Transformation with Swami Satyasangananda (Swami Satsangi) Mar 29 Apr 1, Rocklyn Ashram, Victoria Swami Satsangi, the spiritual head and director of Rikhiapeeth Ashram (India), will grace our shores for this unique Australasian program. Swami Satsangi has dedicated her life to Swami Sivananda s precepts of Serve, Love, Give, and to the sankalpa for humanity as set by Swami Satyananda for Peace, Plenty and Prosperity. She is renowned for her eloquence and direct transmission of yogic knowledge, and teaches with clarity and conviction on all subjects of yoga and tantra. During this weekend she will inspire and illuminate the path and process of Yoga for Self Transformation. This rare opportunity is not to be missed. For all bookings, enquiries and requests regarding initiation contact Rocklyn Ashram. yogarock@satyananda.net (+61 3) Chakra, Mantra and Meditation retreat with Swami Satyadharma follows the Easter program from 2 5 April. Contact Rocklyn for details. A successful life has two founding pillars one is jnana, wisdom, and the other is karma, action. If the actions that we perform do not give a glimpse of wisdom, then of what use can they be? And if we only focus on acquiring wisdom and do not let it flow into our actions, then that wisdom too is of no use. Wisdom is enhanced and grows by sharing. 3 Swami Satyasangananda April Contemplative Photography and Yoga with Vishuddhi (Pressiana Petia Chtarkova) April 5 7 ($290) Join internationally acclaimed photographer and yoga teacher, Vishuddhi, as she returns to Australia to merge yoga, meditation and creativity through the open lenses of the eye and the camera. Please bring your own camera and USB sticks. Visit for inspiration. 9 Day Meditation Retreat with Swami Anandakumar Apr ($820) 3 day option also available This is an ideal time to devote one s Self to a period of intense meditation, as important junctions of astrological influences abound. Under the expert guidance of one of Bihar School of Yoga s finest teachers, learn authentic techniques of meditation that guide your consciousness towards its true, expansive nature. book online at 11

7 april may Women with Spirit: Cycle on with Swami Gurupremananda Apr ($260) An exploration of the many faces of women. An opportunity for women of all ages to reflect back on life and look forward to what next. Based on the circular wheel of life, this weekend draws from aspects of the divine feminine, yogic stages of life, and allows women to sit together sharing wisdom and common ground. May Meditations from the Tantras with Swami Chintanshuddhi May 3 5 ($260) Delve into the treasure trove of Swami Satyananda s meditations, as compiled in his comprehensive text Meditations from the Tantras. Includes rarely taught practices designed to illuminate the subtle layers of the mind. Suitable for all levels of experience. May 3 5 ($50) Practise Swami Sivananda s maxim of Serve Love Give. Help maintain the ashram grounds to their natural state with bush regeneration or selflessly give your time on the ashram farm or other projects. Whatever the work, this weekend gives you the opportunity to practise the art of giving. Open Day May 5 by dakshina (donation) Learn about the Satyananda Yoga tradition and its teachings with a day visit to Mangrove. Experience a yoga class and relax with yoga nidra. Enjoy a vegetarian lunch, and take a tour of the ashram with one of our knowledgable residents. Group bookings are welcome. Nada Yoga: Awakening the Power of Sound with Swami Muktimurti May ($260) Extend the boundaries of perception through tuning your awareness to sound and vibration. This weekend introduces Swara Sadhana a selection of invigorating, energising and meditative Nada Yoga practices, the scales within the classical Indian music system, daily bhajans and kirtan. Family Yoga May ($260) Contact reception for fee reductions Bring the whole family for an inspirational and creative weekend that includes plenty of fun yoga sessions. Continuing Professional Development: The Effects of Yoga on Sleep Cycles, Anxiety & Depression with Swami Sannyasananda (Philip Stevens) May ($320) Scientist, neurophysiologist and Swami, Sannyasananda presents research into chronobiology and yogic lifestyle. Explore the effects of yoga on sleep and learn how to teach yoga for anxiety and depression. Suitable for yoga teachers from all traditions, medical and allied health professionals. Student Weekend May For current Yogic Studies students. Practise seva, join inspired study sessions, and have time out. May ($50) Breathe in the clean fresh air of Mangrove and be part of an inspired team that develops sustainable projects on the ashram s organic farm. Balance a hard day s work with yoga classes and evening programs. Yoga Relax May ($190 or Saturday only $120) Learn postures, breathing and meditation practices specifically designed to help you de-stress and relax. Ideal for those who are new to the Satyananda tradition or yoga in general. Akhanda Kirtan May ($260) Experience the natural high that accompanies twenty-four hours of non-stop kirtan. Become exhilarated through this Bhakti Yoga Sadhana, that is said to be so powerful it can lead one directly into Bhav Samadhi. Includes full moon havan, chai stall, yoga classes and Sunday workshops as follows: Nada Yoga Learning the harmonium Grassroots kirtan Origins of Yoga with Swami Kriyatma May 31 Jun 2 ($290) After more than twelve years as the appointed head of Satyananda Yoga Academy, Swami Kriyatma examines the historical roots of yoga with refreshing insight, clarity and understanding of the three philosophies that underpin the Satyananda tradition Vedanta, Tantra and Samkhya. book online at 13

8 june july May 31 Jun 2 ($50) Practise Swami Sivananda s maxim of Serve Love Give. Help maintain the ashram grounds to their natural state with bush regeneration or selflessly give your time on the ashram farm or other projects. Whatever the work, this weekend gives you the opportunity to practise the art of giving. June Open Day Jun 2 by dakshina (donation) Experience a yoga class and relax deeply with yoga nidra. Enjoy a vegetarian lunch, and take a tour of the ashram with one of our knowledgable residents who can answer all of your questions. Group bookings are welcome. Yoga Intensive: Long Weekend Jun 7 10 ($375) Investigate the form, function and spirit of selected postures, breathing techniques and meditations at the core of this tradition. Includes intermediate practices and extended early morning classes. Not suitable for pregnancy or those with injuries. Men with Spirit with Gurubhakta Jun ($260) This weekend is for men of all ages and stages in life. Learn postures, breathing and meditation practices to improve health, fitness and flexibility. Includes a karma yoga building project and bush havan at caves. Jun ($50) Breathe in the clean fresh air of Mangrove and be part of an inspired team that develops sustainable projects on the ashram s organic farm. Balance a hard day s work with yoga classes. Continuing Professional Development: Yoga Relax for Medical & Allied Health Professionals with Swami Omteertha (Ruth Burgess) Jun ($320) Our registered nurse, naturopath and yoga teacher, offers techniques for stress deduction specifically designed for those working in health care professions. Learn how yoga can help balance the nervous system, optimise sleep and support the immune system. Yogic Studies: Module 1 Jun 19 Jul 3 The first module from the Diploma of Satyananda Yoga Training provides the foundation to yogic theory and the practices of Satyananda Yoga. The major branches are introduced: hatha, karma, raja, bhakti, jnana and mantra yogas. Includes two week residential and four months home study and practice. See website for course handbook. Principles of Havan with Swami Atmamuktananda Jun ($260) Be guided by havan expert and yogini, Swami Atmamuktananda, as she ignites this weekend combining art, science and yoga with fire and ritual. Learn the mantras and yantras, how to prepare the space, interpret the symbology, and conduct your own havan. Includes full moon Shiva havan. Seva Week Jun 27 Jul 7 ($10 per night) Develop an understanding of authentic non-attachment through practising the yoga of action (karma yoga). Daily yoga classes complement this inspiring time in the ashram. July Yantra Meditation with Swami Kriyavidyananda Jul 5 7 ($260) Yantras are vehicles through which one can experience transcendental consciousness. The use of yantra in yoga is to bring realisation of vijnanamaya kosha (intuitive knowledge). This weekend meditate on their geometrical forms, understand their symbology and learn their specific mantras. Jul 5 7 ($50) Practise Swami Sivananda s maxim of. Help maintain the ashram grounds to their natural state with bush regeneration and/or other projects. Yogic Studies: Module 2 Jul 7 21 Introduces yogic physiology: nadis, prana, koshas, chakras and yoga psychology (eastern and western concepts of consciousness and mind). Includes two week residential and four months home study and practice. See website for course handbook. book online at 15

9 july august What s Your Dharma? with Swami Yogasandhan Jul ($260) In order to find your true potential, realising one s dharma is essential! Examine how yoga can awaken you to discovering your Swadharma (own life s purpose). Work with creative yogic tools that help cultivate positive change and can also be intergrated into daily life. Dharma, in spirit, represents three main functions: appropriate action, appropriate behaviour and appropriate thinking. As long as your thoughts, behaviour and actions are appropriate to the situations and circumstances, you are on the right track. 4 Swami Niranjanananda Mangrove Masala: Fusion Food from across the Globe Jul ($260) Love the ashram food? Gain experience creating simple, healthy vegetarian dishes and exploring basic ayurvedic cooking principles. Cook and eat with awareness and prepare a range of mouthwatering meals you can recreate at home. Deepening Sadhana with Swami Satyadharma Jul ($625) In order to have direct knowledge it is said one must plunge deep into yoga sadhana. Through this process the hidden powers of the mind are unearthed, which can then be utilised for successful living and spiritual realisation. Join Swami Satyadharma as she inspires and guides sadhana at this auspicous time, leading into and including Guru Poornima celebrations. See website for details of course content. Student Weekend Jul For current Yogic Studies students. Practise seva, join inspired study sessions, and have time out. Guru Poornima Jul by dakshina (donation) Awaken the subtle, vibrant and spiritually powerful energy of Guru Tattwa. Guru Poornima commemorates the divine life and teachings of all illuminated spiritual masters. The main program is celebrated on Monday evening with feasting, full moon havan, satsang and soulful kirtan. August Yoga Meditation with Swami Sumitranananda Aug 2 4 ($260) Be guided by one of the Yoga Acharyas of this tradition through various meditations from the tantras, as developed and refined by Swami Satyananda. Suitable for all levels of experience. Aug 2 4 ($50) Practise Swami Sivananda s maxim of. Help maintain the ashram grounds to their natural state with bush regeneration or selflessly give your time on the ashram farm or other projects. Whatever the work, this weekend gives you the opportunity to practise the art of giving. First Aid and Yoga Aug 9 11 ($330) Attain your first aid certification in a yogic environment. Receive training, assessment and daily yoga. An option to receive the manual by post for pre-completion is advised. Yogic Studies: Module 4 Teacher Training Aug 11 Sep 1 This final module develops the qualities required to teach Satyananda Yoga. Learn the subtleties of teaching yoga, develop practical experience, receive peer feedback and mentorship from a team of inspired senior teachers. Student Weekend Aug For current Yogic Studies students. Practise seva, join inspired study sessions, and have time out. Yoga Beat with Rendra Freestone Aug 30 Sep 1 ($290) Back by popular demand! Have fun, let go and experience the art of drumming with the artistic director of world music ensemble The Rhythm Hunters. This high energy weekend combines drumming, rhythm, percussion and daily yoga. Drums supplied. Bhakti Shakti: Transcendental Kirtan Aug 30 by dakshina (donation) Open the heart, tune into your true divine nature and celebrate life with dinner and two hours of kirtan with guest musicians. See website for guest line up and times. book online at 17

10 september october September Dance Meditation with Aparna Sep 6 8 ($260) Celebrate the dance of life this weekend, weaving a mystical journey through the elements of creation with yoga, meditation, mantra and dance. Includes live music compositions by Sundardas Worthy. Sep 6 8 ($50) Practise Swami Sivananda s maxim of Serve Love Give through various karma yoga projects, along with celebrating the birthday of this great yogi on September 8. Open Day Sep 8 by dakshina (donation) Experience a yoga class and yoga nidra. Enjoy a vegetarian lunch, and take a tour of the ashram with one of our knowledgable residents who can answer all of your questions. Sep ($50) Breathe in the clean fresh air of Mangrove and be part of an inspired team that develops sustainable projects on the ashram s organic farm. Balance a hard day s work with yoga classes and evening programs. Yoga Relax Sep ($190 or Saturday only $120) Learn yoga postures, breathing and meditation practices specifically designed to help you to de-stress and relax. Ideal for those who are new to the Satyananda tradition or yoga in general. Seva Week Sep 29 Oct 8 ($10 per night) Seva forms the foundation of ashram life. This week aims to develop an authentic experience of non-attachment through practising the yoga of action (karma yoga). Give your whole heart, mind and soul when you serve. Some people have their hands at work, the mind at the market, the intellect in the office and the soul in their family. This is the reason why they do not make any substantial progress on the path. 5 Swami Sivananda Women with Spirit: The Unbroken Link with Swami Gurupremananda and Omtara Sep ($260) A women s retreat for mothers and their daughters. This weekend draws from the depths of Shakti, exploring the spiritual path and the relationship between mothers and daughters. Includes creative sessions, play, nurturing time, and plenty of luscious yoga for the feminine. Suitable for daughters, sisters and friends aged 12+ and their mothers/mentors. Family Week with Sravan and friends Sep 29 Oct 4 ($550 1st adult, 50% off 2nd adult and children. Under 3 free) Experience how yoga can enrich family life. Have the opportunity to meet with other like-minded parents and children, and join the varied activities for the whole family. Includes daily acro-yoga; a physical practice that builds trust, connection and playfulness. October The Art of Mindful Living: Long Weekend with Mellissa O Brien Oct 4 7 ($375) Retreat into an oasis of mindfulness. Learn how to maintain awareness cultivated through yoga and meditation, and how to bring it effortlessly into daily life. Practise meditation in stillness and through dynamic action. Experience the benefits of the ashram lifestyle and relax with periods of mouna (silence) for inner reflection. Suitable for newcomers to the Satyananda tradition or yoga in general. World Yoga Convention and Golden Jubilee of Bihar School of Yoga: Bihar School of Yoga, Munger, India under the guidance of Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati Oct Travel to India with a group from Mangrove for the 50th anniversary of the Bihar School of Yoga, culminating with the celebration of the World Yoga Convention (WYC). Spiritual leaders, scientists, doctors, educators and eminent people from all walks of life will come together to share their knowledge and inspiration. Includes lectures, discussion groups, presentations, practice demonstrations and meetings to discuss yogic principles and techniques, and their influence on the individual and society. See inside back cover for travel dates and contact details book online at 19

11 november december November Yoga Meditation with Swami Kriyatma and Mellissa O Brien Nov 1 3 ($260) Be guided by some of the most accomplished teachers of this tradition through the various meditations from the tantras, as developed and refined by Swami Satyananda. Suitable for all levels of experience. Nov 1 3 ($50) Practise Swami Sivananda s maxim of Serve Love Give. Help maintain the ashram grounds to their natural state with bush regeneration or selflessly give your time on the ashram farm or other projects. Whatever the work, this weekend gives you the opportunity to practise the art of giving. Family Yoga Nov 8 10 ($260) Contact reception for fee reductions. Bring the family together for a colourful and creative weekend that includes practical yoga sessions. Student Weekend Nov For current Yogic Studies students. Practise seva, join inspired study sessions, and have time out. Nov ($50) Breathe in the clean fresh air of Mangrove and be part of an inspired team that develops sustainable projects on the ashram s organic farm. Balance a hard day s work with yoga classes and evening programs. Yoga Relax Nov ($190 or Saturday only $120) Learn postures, breathing and meditation practices specifically designed to help you de-stress and relax. Ideal for those who are new to the Satyananda tradition or yoga in general. Increase Vitality and Manage the Mind with Rishi Vivekananda Nov 29 Dec 1 ($290) Join Satyananda Yoga Ambassador and senior teacher, Rishi Vivekananda, as he shares his most popular international course at Mangrove. Physical and mental vitality are of fundamental importance in yoga the science of human development. Satyananda Yoga contains many practices and lifestyle recommendations that help to maintain vitality at the optimum level, and to gain peace and balance of mind. December Open Day Dec 1 by dakshina (donation) Experience a yoga class and relax deeply with yoga nidra. Enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch, and take a tour of the ashram with one of our knowledgable residents who can answer all of your questions. Group bookings are welcome. Guru Bhakti Yoga with Swami Satyadharma Dec 5 6 by dakshina (donation) Celebrate the divine life and teachings of Swami Satyananda with the anniversary of his Mahasamadhi. Includes evening havan on the 5th and early morning havan on the 6th. Dec 29 Jan 1 ($50) Practise Swami Sivananda s maxim of through various karma yoga projects, along with celebrating New Year s Eve as part of a dedicated seva team. Please note that full physical and mental fitness is required at this time. All applications to: servelovegive@satyananda.net Deepening Sadhana: New Year Retreat with Swami Satyadharma Dec 31 Jan 5 (check website for 2014 fees) Join Swami Satyadharma as she inspires and guides sadhana at this auspicous time, that includes New Year s celebrations. See website for details of course content closer to date. New Year s Eve Celebrations Dec 31 Jan 1 (2014 Personal Retreat fees apply) Includes dinner, evening akhanda kirtan (continuous) and midnight Havan of Auspiciousness. book online at 21

12 22 Satyananda Yoga Academy (SYA) Satyananda Yoga Academy was established to preserve and share the yogic sciences by combining academic and scientific methodology with a spiritual vision. It is the only organisation in Australia offering Australian Government endorsed yoga training in a traditional ashram setting. Diploma of Satyananda Yoga Training (91462 NSW) The Diploma is comprised of four modules, spread over two years, and involves 1440 hours of residential and on-line training and assessment. This Yoga Training is one of the most demanding and personally rewarding pathways to becoming a yoga teacher. It provides a solid and comprehensive foundation upon which to integrate yoga into your own life and share it with others. The Diploma of Satyananda Yoga Training is offered at Mangrove Yoga Ashram, with modules 1 and 2 also offered at Rocklyn Ashram in Victoria. See back cover for Academy contact details. Teaching Internships This flexible program integrates ashram experience with developing professional and personal skills to enhance teaching. Whatever level your teaching is currently at, this program can be tailored to suit your needs and future direction. Includes option to move between Mangrove and Rocklyn ashrams. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) SYA is continuing to develop courses open to yoga teachers of all styles, in order to enhance teaching skills in the areas of health, education and research. In 2013 this scope expands to include CPD for professionals in various fields, bringing together diverse skills, experience and scientific research in a unique and inspiring educational environment. Swan Research Institute (SRI) In 2012 SRI established a research lab at Mangrove Yoga Ashram to conduct and support research in the area of yoga for health and well-being. SRI also provides scholarships for research. In collaboration with SYA, SRI is creating a course in literature research skills and has been asked to present findings at the World Yoga Convention in Munger, India in October Laxmi Bookshop Laxmi Bookshop offers a wide range of books, clothing and other yoga resources, including cds, dvds, malas, yoga mats, meditation stools and cushions etc. Visit Laxmi Bookshop at Mangrove or shop online at: Venue Hire and Tailor-made Courses Mangrove Yoga Ashram is the ideal venue for hosting yoga and meditation retreats, classes or workshops. In addition, work with our teachers to tailor a program to meet your needs. We cater to all group sizes and have accommodation options to suit all budgets. events@satyananda.net References 1 YOGA Magazine January 2009; 2 YOGA Magazine March YOGA Magazine Jan/Feb YOGA Magazine March YOGA Magazine January about-wyc/golden-jubilee-and-wyc-2013 India Travel 2013 You are invited to be part of the Australian delegation travelling to India for the World Yoga Convention All tours are led by Satyananda Yoga teachers experienced in ashram life and India travel. See page 19 for more event details Seva and World Yoga Convention Dates Depart on 12 September Return on 1st November * World Yoga Convention Dates Depart on 16 October Return on 1 November * Post-Convention Options Options are available for those wishing to travel on to Rikhiapeeth Ashram after the WYC. Please contact us for more information. Enquiries and Bookings india@satyananda.net Note: all applications for India tours close 20 July * Dates correct at time of print (October 2012); please confirm when booking. Yoga is a universal culture and represents the sentiments, aspirations and ideals, not only of one nation, but of the whole world. 6 Swami Satyananda book online at 23

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