Practical Information

PRE-REQUISITES FOR TRAINING

It is expected that the aspirant should have acquainted himself with the basic yoga asanas and principles of yoga philosophy before enrolling for the Course. Regular sessions giving information and preparing the student for the Course are held in our Centres worldwide.

The practice of yoga, and in particular the teaching of yoga requires a high degree of self-discipline and purity. The regulated life in an Ashram supports this through:

•  Abstention from consuming meat, fish, eggs, garlic, onions, alcohol, nicotine, and drugs.

•  Mandatory attendance at all classes and events

•  Obedience to instructions by teachers

•  Adherence to the rules and regulations of the Ashram for the purpose of practising a spiritual way of life.

 

Failure to follow the Ashram rules may result in expulsion from the course.

PUBLICATIONS

The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga , by Swami Vishnudevananda, published by Crown Publishing

Over two million copies sold worldwide and considered a classic in the field of hatha yoga. Offers profound insight into the philosophy and aim of yoga, with 146 black and white photographs of the most important yoga postures.

 

Meditation and Mantras, by Swami Vishnudevananda published by Om Lotus Publishing.

The theory and practice of concentration and meditation with practical instruction on methods to understand and control the mind.

 

The New Book of Yoga by the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, published by Ebury Press

A complete step-by-step guide to the postures, breathing, relaxation, nutrition and meditation techniques of yoga. Beautiful colour photos and numerous illustrations. Nearly one million copies sold worldwide.

 

Yoga Mind and Body by the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, published by Dorling Kindersley

A superbly-illustrated exposition of the five points of yoga. Both beginner and advanced postures are clearly illustrated with chapters on diet, breathing and relaxation.

 

The Sivananda Book of Meditation by the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, published by Gaia Books

A twelve-step guide to the practice of meditation, offering a concise and clear introduction to the establishment of a daily routine. Suitable for beginners and those who are already experienced in the art of meditation.

 

The Yoga Cookbook by the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, published by Gaia Books.

A cookbook for those who want to follow the yoga tenets of a simple but nutritious and balanced diet. Vegan alternatives are given for many of the recipes.

 

Hatha Yoga Pradipika Commentary by Swami Vishnudevananda, published by Om Lotus Publishing

A lucid commentary on the classical scripture of advanced hatha yoga.

 

The Sivananda Yoga Video by the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, published by Gaia Books

An excellent one-hour video for self-study, filmed at the Bahamas Ashram, demonstrating the twelve basic asanas, the sun salute and simple breathing and relaxation techniques.