October 4, 2008
TTC Graduation

Join us for the inspiring completion of four weeks of intensive self-discipline and spiritual growth for our new teachers. Includes feast and talent show.

 

October 5 -14, 2008
Raja Yoga and Sanskrit Intensive
with Srinivasan and Swami Sadasivananda

Srinivasan is the director of the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Ranch and the Acharya or senior Sivananda teacher of the Eastern USA. Swami Sadasivananda is the director of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center of New York. Both these direct disciples of Swami Vishnudevananda have trained thousands of Sivananda Yoga teachers around the world. An Intensive practice of asana, pranayama, meditation and chanting will accompany the scriptural study. Besides the regular Ashram program, the schedule will include:

  • 8:00 am Asana practice
  • 9:00 am Pranayama practice
  • 10:45 – 11:45 am Karma Yoga
  • 12:00 pm
  • 2:00 pm
  • 4:00 pm Advanced Asana class
  • 7:00 pm Bhagavad Gita chanting in Sanskrit
swami sadasivananda

October 9, 2008
Vijaya Dasami

We will celebrate Vijaya Dasami, the Completion of the Nine-day Celebration of the Divine Mother with Prayers offered in preparation for beginning new studies and work. Swami Vasishtananda will lead us in a lavish Puja for the Divine Mother.

Oct 10–13, 2008
Sweat Lodge/ Medicine Wheel
with Heather Principe

Join in traditional Native American ceremonies to help heal the Earth through awakening our connection with Nature and Her wisdom. Learn the spiritual meaning of the Sweat Lodge Ceremony and the Four Directions. ($20 extra per sweat lodge)

Oct 18 – 19, 2008
Teachers Weekend at Yoga Ranch and Hatha Yoga
with Prahlada

We will have special workshops for Sivananda TTC graduates,
discussion of teaching techniques and a lot of good company.
You do not need to be a TTC graduate to attend the weekend.
($20 extra per workshop)

October 24 – November 2, 2008
Nine-day Fall Yoga and Spiritual Fasting

Beginners and experienced fasters alike are invited to participate in a natural cleansing juice fast to purify body & mind, combined with a regular practice of Yoga asanas and meditation. Daily workshops on fasting techniques and practices are conducted to enhance participants' awareness and to increase their knowledge for radiant health. Spiritual and practical guidance will be provided throughout the fast. ($290 plus accommodations) More details