Traditional Hatha Yoga and Ashram Immersion
A glimpse into the path of traditional sadhana. We offer intensive yoga training, deep Vedantic study, and the disciplined environment of our Amboli ashram for serious practitioners.
In my advanced courses, I provide direct, hands-on adjustments to help you safely deepen your asana practice. Here, I am assisting a student in Vrischikasana (Scorpion Pose), ensuring proper alignment and stability to explore the full expression of the posture.
Each day of our intensive courses begins with prayer and meditation at sunrise. This disciplined practice of sadhana is essential for cultivating the inner stillness and spiritual focus required to absorb the profound teachings of traditional Hatha Yoga.
The study of yoga philosophy is integral to our practice. In these lecture sessions, we delve into the concepts of Vedanta, exploring the nature of the mind and the Self as explained in the scriptures to provide a firm intellectual foundation for your sadhana.
After intense asana and pranayama sessions, we practice deep relaxation in Savasana. This guided relaxation in our main yoga hall allows the body and mind to assimilate the benefits of the practice, restoring energy and cultivating a state of profound peace.
Traditional Vedic rituals, such as this fire ceremony or Homa, are a vital part of ashram life. These ancient practices help to purify the environment and the mind, creating a powerful atmosphere conducive to deep spiritual work and meditation.
The path of yoga is a journey taken in seclusion, far from the distractions of daily life. The simple, disciplined lifestyle of the ashram, surrounded by nature, allows for a complete immersion into your practice and self-discovery.
Mastery of advanced asanas like this forearm scorpion pose is a result of dedicated and consistent practice. My courses are designed to give you the tools and guidance to build the strength, flexibility, and focus required for such postures.
About Featured
Before you consider our intensive courses, you must understand that this is not a holiday retreat. Our Hatha Yoga Sadhana Intensive operates under strict seclusion protocols, requiring a digital detox where mobile phones are surrendered for the duration of your stay. We demand a high level of physical and mental readiness for up to nine hours of daily practice, supported by a strict salt-free, sattvic diet designed to maintain energy during deep internal work.
The Path of Sadhana
Our courses are not designed for physical fitness alone, but as a vehicle for self-transformation. Following the teachings of our Guru, Swami Vishnudevananda, we strip away the modern distractions of daily life to allow for a direct confrontation with the Self. Whether you are joining our Advanced Hatha Yoga Course or the Sadhana Intensive, the curriculum is structured to break down conditioned limits.
Life in the Ashram
Located in the quiet hills of Amboli, our ashram provides the necessary isolation for this journey. Life here is simple and disciplined. You will follow a schedule of daily Satsang, meditation, and intensive asana practice. Our meals are strictly sattvic, prepared to support nerve function during heavy practice, excluding sugar, salt, and spices. This environment is vital for maintaining the focus required for advanced energy work.
Who This Is For
This offering is specifically for practitioners who have completed the initial Yoga Teachers Training Course (YTTC-1) and possess a sincere, established daily practice. We prioritize those who seek more than just technical precision; we look for individuals ready to study the classical scriptures like the Hatha Yoga Pradipika and engage in the profound, often challenging, work of daily sadhana.
Our Lineage
We represent the Sivananda Yoga Vidya Peetham, carrying forward the specific, traditional methods established by our lineage. We do not adapt our courses to fit modern preferences for comfort or variety. We maintain the integrity of the original teachings, ensuring that every student who enters our gates receives the same rigorous, clear, and honest instruction that has been preserved for decades.
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