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SUMMARY:Gurukulam Program: Admissions Open for 2026
DESCRIPTION:Swami Rama Dhyana Gurukulam\nAdmissions Now Open for 2026-27 Session\nOne-Year Residential Program in the Himalayan Yoga Meditation Tradition\n \nAs the season of holidays spreads its warmth\, we are delighted to bring forth some exciting news. We are pleased to announce that the Gurukulam program is now accepting applications for the session of 2026-27. This sacred one-year spiritual journey will commence on 29 July 2025\, the auspicious day of Guru Purnima (Ashadha Shukla Purnima\, the Full Moon Day dedicated to the Guru Force). Seekers of the ancient Himalayan wisdom from all over the world are welcome to apply for this program. \nSwami Rama Dhyana Gurukulam (SRDG) offers study of traditional ancient teachings of the Himalayan Tradition. In 2003\, Mahamandaleshwar Shri Swami Veda Bharati envisioned a long-term program that would impart the purest form of these teachings to the next generation of seekers\, and thus\, the Gurukulam was born. \nThe ‘One-Year Residential Program in the Himalayan Yoga Meditation Tradition’ will harmoniously hold an integrated study and practice of all the paths of yoga\, including bhakti\, jnana\, karma\, and raja yoga. The students will be taught the philosophy\, science\, and practices of hatha yoga\, breathing awareness and pranayamas\, subtle body relaxations\, and meditation. There will be an emphasis on learning\, understanding\, and appreciating meditation as a unifying principle in all the major religions of the world. Ancient scriptures including selected Prakarana Granthas\, selected sections of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita\, the Samkhya darshana\, and the Yoga-sutras of Patanjali will be taught. All students will also be taught Sanskrit and Vedic Chantings. \nTo be a part of this journey\, seekers must commit to a year-long residential stay at the Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama (SRSG) ashram in Rishikesh\, India. The daily schedule is rigorous\, running from 5 am to 10 pm\, comprising of classes\, practices\, and seva\, in which all students are expected to participate. \nMedium of Instruction: English \nEligibility: All seekers\, irrespective of religion\, gender\, caste\, etc. who can commit to a year-long stay at the SRSG ashram in Rishikesh\, India. \nAge Limit: 25-45 Years \nThe last date for applying to the program is 31 May 2026. \nThe application process is simple. Download the application form here and send it to dhyanagurukulam@gmail.com. For further assistance\, send your queries to the same email address. May the journey ahead be filled with wonder and transformation. \n\nRead More Information:\n\nAbout visiting the ashram – Accommodation\nAbout our other short-term upcoming events – Events\nAbout our ongoing short-term Ashram Immersion Program\nAbout how you may contribute towards the ashram – Donate
URL:http://www.sadhakagrama.org/event/gurukulam-program-2026/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Ashram Events,Study of Ancient Scriptures
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SUMMARY:Breath & Pranayama Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“One who has mastered the breath has discovered Superconsciousness.” — Swami Veda Bharati \nWithin the teachings of the Himalayan Tradition of Yoga Meditation\, the practice of breath and pranayama exercises is one of the most important preparations for experiencing the depths of the practice of meditation. \nSwamiji writes\, “Often we see a rush to learn advanced pranayamas. This is being done without training the breath\, without making it slow\, subtle\, deep. In our tradition there are multiple paths and exercises for achieving the full benefits from subtleties of breath.” \nIn the Himalayan Tradition\, preliminary to the practice of pranayama\, an emphasis is placed on correct posture to enable correct diaphragmatic breathing and the subtle elements of breath awareness as taught by the Himalayan sages. Mastery of these serves as a foundation for more advanced pranayamas\, which flow as a continuum into the practices of sense withdrawal\, concentration and meditation. \nThis special retreat is a unique opportunity to learn the subtleties of breath practices. We will practice pranayamas thrice daily. The programme is open for both complete beginners and practitioners. There will be daily instructional sessions and theory/philosophy sessions about breath and pranayamas. Of greatest importance in the programme is the emphasis on guided personal practice. \n\nRecommended Readings:\n\nScience of Breath by Swami Rama\, Dr. Rudolph Ballentine\, and Dr. Alan Hymes.\nA Practical Guide to Holistic Health by Swami Rama\n Meditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama\nPath of Fire and Light (Vol. 2) by Swami Rama\nYogic Practices of the Himalayan Tradition as taught by H.H. Swami Rama of the Himalayas by Dr. Prakash Keshaviah\nWhat Really Is Pranayama? by Swami Veda Bharati\nDiaphragmatic Breathing by Swami Veda Bharati\n14 Breath and Meditation Practices by Swami Veda Bharati\n\n\nRead More Information:\n\nAbout visiting the ashram – Accommodation\nAbout our other short-term upcoming events – Events\nAbout our ongoing short-term Ashram Immersion Program\nAbout how you may contribute towards the ashram – Donate
URL:http://www.sadhakagrama.org/event/breath-pranayama-retreat/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Ashram Events,Pranayama
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SUMMARY:Himalayan Yoga Tradition – Teacher Training Program Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Our Himalayan Yoga Tradition – Teacher Training Program (HYT-TTP) offers an integrated program of self-transformation leading to self-realization in the authentic tradition of Swami Rama of the Himalayas. HYT-TTP\, as its parent organization\, AHYMSIN\, is dedicated to making available the teachings of Swami Rama. \nOur program is a systematic\, sadhana-based program. “Sadhana” is a Sanskrit word which means undertaking a practice so as to cultivate and refine one’s character. The main goal of our program is to deepen the students’ sadhana so that they can transmit authentic yoga teachings to others\, not only from a storehouse of academic knowledge\, but also from a depth of personal experience. \nOur comprehensive curriculum offered through home study\, mentoring\, and ashram retreats presents all aspects of yoga and meditation in a spiritually inspiring context. The student’s progression through the home study is managed interactively and facilitated by an active discussion board\, each student being followed and supported by a mentor who is well versed in the tradition. \nThe HYT-TTP consists of 3 levels. Each level requires at least one year of study and practice. The student will progress through three study levels becoming gradually more aware of the subtle layers of personality. Swami Rama defined this growth process as the attainment of some degree of disentanglement from attachments\, allowing one to see that which s/he was previously “blind to”: \n\nLevel One – Awareness: exploration and self-acceptance\nLevel Two – Control: mindfulness and regulation of emotions\nLevel Three – Synthesis: harmonious whole personality\n\nFor more details\, kindly visit – www.HimalayanYogaTradition.com \n\nRead More Information:\n\nAbout visiting the ashram – Accommodation\nAbout our other short-term upcoming events – Events\nAbout our ongoing short-term Ashram Immersion Program\nAbout how you may contribute towards the ashram – Donate
URL:http://www.sadhakagrama.org/event/himalayan-yoga-tradition-teacher-training-program-retreat-5/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
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SUMMARY:Meditation and its Practice Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This six-day programme is as much appropriate for beginners as for more advanced seekers treading the path of spirituality. The foundation stones of meditation will be approached in a scientific and systematic manner. Preparations and progressions of meditation practice will be shared step by step. This course will give you the tools to establish and pursue a regular personal meditation practice. \nDuring the retreat\, we will also explore how to prepare the body\, breath\, and mind for meditation. These essential steps will help participants create the right inner environment for deeper practice and lasting transformation. \nSet near the serene banks of the Ganga\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Ashram offers the perfect environment to deepen your practice and reconnect with the true essence of yoga meditation. Whether you are beginning your journey or seeking to refine your practice\, this retreat will provide inspiration and guidance. \nIn his book Meditation and Its Practice\, Swami Rama of the Himalayas wrote: \n“For thousands of years\, the science of meditation has been studied and practiced by aspirants who sought to make their lives more serene\, creative and fulfilling. Meditation will give you the capacity to improve your health\, your relationships and the skilfulness with which you perform your activities. This is because meditation can do something no other technique can accomplish – it introduces you to yourself on all levels and finally leads you to the center of consciousness within\, the higher self\, which is called Atman.” \n\nRecommended Readings:\n\nMeditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama\n“Beginning Meditation” in Night Birds by Swami Veda Bharati\nMeditation: Art and Science by Swami Veda Bharati\nAudio with book: Learn to Meditate (plus relaxation exercises) by Swami Veda Bharati.\nVideo: Treading the Path of Superconscious Meditation by Swami Rama\nThe Royal Path by Swami Rama\nHolistic Living Manual by Swami Rama\nConscious Living by Swami Rama\n\n\nRead More Information:\n\nAbout visiting the ashram – Accommodation\nAbout our other short-term upcoming events – Events\nAbout our ongoing short-term Ashram Immersion Program\nAbout how you may contribute towards the ashram – Donate
URL:http://www.sadhakagrama.org/event/meditation-practice-retreat/2026-11-29/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
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