New! Advanced Bhagavad Gita Certification Course
 

 Swami Swaroopananda

March 27 - April 6, 2011

Course Details

The Bhagavad Gita is a superb exposition of the synthesis of different paths of yoga: karma yoga, bhakti yoga, raja yoga and jnana yoga. Its teachings are full of deep philosophy and practical advice for all life situations. It transcends the bounds of religion and race. It is divine wisdom addressed to mankind for all ages, to help solve and face the ever-present problems of birth, death, suffering, fear, bondage, love and hate. It enables man to liberate himself from all limiting factors and to reach a state of perfect balance, inner stability and mental peace, complete freedom from grief, fear and anxiety.

During these ten days, Swami Swaroopananda, Director and Acharya of the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat, will take us into the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. Through his inspiring lectures, the Bhagavad Gita will be revealed in mysterious and unpredictable ways, penetrating deep into the heart and transforming the mind.

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Curriculum

Daily readings and lectures giving unique interpretation and insight into the Bhagavad Gita.

Presenter

Swami Swaroopananda
Swami Swaroopananda is a senior disciple of Swami Vishnudevananda, the Director of the Yoga Retreat and the Acharya for the Sivananda centers and ashrams on the West Coast of the USA, the Middle East and the Bahamas. He is renowned for his knowledge of yoga, vedanta and yoga scriptures. 

Prerequisite

This course is open to all students who wish to deepen their knowledge and application of some of the highest teachings of yoga. Participants do not need to be yoga teachers.

Certification

Graduates of this course will receive certification from the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat

Cost

US$490 plus 12 nights accommodation .For accommodation rates see rates.

Arrival and Departure

The course begins at 11:00am on the first day, and ends at 10:00pm on the last day. Please plan to arrive at the Yoga Retreat at least one day before the start of the course and to leave at least one day after the course completion.

We recommend that you spend at least a few days in the Yoga Retreat before the start of your course. This allows your body and mind time to rest, re-energize and be nourished by the ashram environment. You can then begin your study feeling relaxed and refreshed. You may also wish to stay for some days after the end of the course to allow the learning from your study to integrate more fully into your consciousness within the supportive environment of the Yoga Vacation program for those additional days. Please see  Calendar of Events for guest programs on offer around the time of your visit.

Reservations