Yoga and Vedanta Retreat
All Levels

The Yoga and Vedanta Retreat is primarily based on the teachings of our beloved Amma Satguru Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi.

Who Can Attend

  • Designed for those eager to learn about Indian Philosophy and spirituality.
  • It is equally suited for those seeking basic knowledge from a traditional exposition of Vedanta.

Focus

  • Introduction to Advaita Vedanta based on the teachings of Adi Shankaracharya and Amma through a series of lectures.
  • Amma’s approach to Vedanta as a practical tool.
  • To offer some practical vedantic tools which help spur a student’s spiritual growth leading to a higher degree of assimilation of Self-Knowledge (Atma-Jnana).

Advaita (non-duality) is the state in which there is only One. It is the state in which you spontaneously see everyone as being the same as your own Self. It is not something you talk about; it is a state to be experienced. – Amma (E.W.1 p.64)

Workshop Specifics

  • 5 Asana Classes
  • 2 Talks each day on the Basics of Vedanta with time for question & answer
  • Discussion of selected Vedantic Bhajana (devotional songs)
  • Vedic Chanting Sessions
  • Meditation Sessions each day

Handout

  • Handouts on basics of Vedanta

What Students Say

Veronika from Russia/France

“A very interesting and complete retreat combining philosophy with asana practice. Highly recommended. Thank you. Om Namah Shivaya!” – Veronika, Age 32

Vera from Finland

“Very nice. In the West, too much emphasis is put merely on the asanas. We need more retreats of this kind that include the philosophy. I loved the way the teacher introduced Vedanta through practical examples. Fascinating.” – Vera, Age 41

Janette from England.

“Interesting, informative, engaging, fun, thought-provoking and inspiring. A great foundation for further study. I really enjoyed it. I loved Vedanta being taught with asana. I gained real insight into how the mind and ego can be impediments to true knowledge. Great teacher!” – Janette, Age 52

Raquel from Spain

“I found the whole course interesting. I didn’t know anything about Vedanta, so this was a good introduction. The teacher had a lot of knowledge and experience. The asanas were executed in a new way for me that was creative and profound. Shobana didn’t get hung up on trivial alignment or postural corrections. Instead, during asana practice, she expounded on Vedanta! This was awesome and inspiring. I’ll bring that back to my mat! Thanks again for such an amazing course.” – Raquel, Age 35

Nirmal from Belgium

“The talks gave me better understanding of Vedanta, and especially how to relate it to Yoga. It was inspiring to hear these Vedanta lessons during the asanas. It made me understand how attentive one needs to be to live the principles of Vedanta even in a 90-minute asana class.

I felt so light after that last asana session. I would love to delve more deeply into the subtle aspects of Vedanta.” – Nirmal, Age 62

Madhurima from Canada

“I really enjoyed everything. The teachings were thorough and entertaining (chewable and witty); the yoga classes were excellent, and I very much appreciated the balance between asanas and theory. Shobana is amazing and excellent.” – Madhurima, Age 44

What Students Say

Veronika from Russia/France

“A very interesting and complete retreat combining philosophy with asana practice. Highly recommended. Thank you. Om Namah Shivaya!” – Veronika, Age 32

Vera from Finland

“Very nice. In the West, too much emphasis is put merely on the asanas. We need more retreats of this kind that include the philosophy. I loved the way the teacher introduced Vedanta through practical examples. Fascinating.” – Vera, Age 41

Janette from England.

“Interesting, informative, engaging, fun, thought-provoking and inspiring. A great foundation for further study. I really enjoyed it. I loved Vedanta being taught with asana. I gained real insight into how the mind and ego can be impediments to true knowledge. Great teacher!” – Janette, Age 52

Raquel from Spain

“I found the whole course interesting. I didn’t know anything about Vedanta, so this was a good introduction. The teacher had a lot of knowledge and experience. The asanas were executed in a new way for me that was creative and profound. Shobana didn’t get hung up on trivial alignment or postural corrections. Instead, during asana practice, she expounded on Vedanta! This was awesome and inspiring. I’ll bring that back to my mat! Thanks again for such an amazing course.” – Raquel, Age 35

Nirmal from Belgium

“The talks gave me better understanding of Vedanta, and especially how to relate it to Yoga. It was inspiring to hear these Vedanta lessons during the asanas. It made me understand how attentive one needs to be to live the principles of Vedanta even in a 90-minute asana class.

I felt so light after that last asana session. I would love to delve more deeply into the subtle aspects of Vedanta.” – Nirmal, Age 62

Madhurima from Canada

“I really enjoyed everything. The teachings were thorough and entertaining (chewable and witty); the yoga classes were excellent, and I very much appreciated the balance between asanas and theory. Shobana is amazing and excellent.” – Madhurima, Age 44

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