International Kriya Yoga Retreat
with Swami Kriyananda in Gurgaon
29 February - 2 March, 2008
Annual Mahasamadhi Retreat
with Swami Kriyananda in Gurgaon
7 - 9 March, 2008
Pilgrimage in the Footsteps of the Masters
17 February - 15 March, 2008
These two retreats are once-in-a-year opportunities to be on retreat with Swami Kriyananda, the only direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda actively serving in India, as he shares the wisdom and message of his great guru. Some of Ananda’s most senior teachers from India, America, and Europe will lead classes and activities. To immerse yourself in a spiritual retreat, join us for a full day, a whole weekend, or both weekends.
Kriya Yoga Retreat
This worldwide retreat dedicated to Kriya Yoga offers instruction and fellowship for everyone from beginning meditators to Kriyabans (those who have received initiation into the technique of Kriya Yoga). Some activities will take place together as one group. Others will be split into three groups, according to level of meditation practice. We'll offer Kriya Yoga initiation to those who are eligible, and higher Kriya initiations to Kriyabans who are qualified.
Mahasamadhi Retreat
7 March marks the Mahasamadhi of Paramhansa Yogananda and 9 March that of Swami Sri Yukteswar. This is the annual gathering of Ananda Sangha worldwide. It includes discourses by Swami Kriyananda; practical presentations on a variety of spiritual topics; and an opportunity for Ananda Sangha teachers, meditation group leaders, members and friends to come together and help one another spiritually. For all those who feel inspired by Ananda Sangha and Paramhansa Yogananda, and who wish to use this inspiration to improve themselves and to touch others.
Both retreats will include experiential workshops: Led by Ananda teachers from India, Europe and America, these workshops will give us the spiritual tools we need and can practice at home to permanently change our lives. Another important element will be group practice of sadhana, including kirtan, meditation, Yogananda's Energization Exercises and asanas. Personal instruction in spiritual techniques at various levels will be available from Ananda teachers. Both retreats will be held at DLF Phase I Community Centre, Gurgaon
Cost for non-residents of India (includes all programmes and meals as described below):
Kriya Yoga Retreat: Rupees 12,000
Mahasamadhi Retreat: Rupees 10,000
Both retreats: Rupees 20,000
Pre-registration important to estimate number of meals. Pre-register by email: ananda@anandaindia.org
Accommodations for sleeping at local guesthouses also available for those coming from a distance. Limited rooms and dormitory space also available at Ananda Sangha for a fee. Contact us for details.
Kriya Yoga Retreat Tentative Schedule
Friday, 29 February
6:30-9:00 am Energization Exercises, chanting and meditation
11:00 Kirtan
11:30-1:00 Class with Kriyacharyas
1:15 pm Lunch
3:00 Kechari Mudra Class for Kriyabans
4:00-6:30 Kriya Preparation Class and meditation for First and Higher Kriyas
OR:
3:00-6:30 Class: The Path of Kriya Yoga, including guided spiritual practices
8:00 Kirtan
Saturday, 1 March
6:30-9:00 am Energization Exercises, chanting and meditation
11:00 Kirtan
11:30-1:00 Class with Swami Kriyananda or Kriyacharyas
1:15 pm Lunch
Afternoon Spiritual Practices in Silence
5:30 Pre-Kriya Meditation for First and Higher Kriyas
6:00 First and Higher Kriya Initiations
OR:
5:30 Kirtan and meditation for non-Kriyabans, followed by dinner
Sunday, 2 March
6:30-8:30 am Guided First and Higher Kriya Meditations
9:30-11 First and Higher Kriya Questions and Answers
OR:
6:30-9:00 am Energization Exercises, chanting and meditation
11:00 am Kirtan
11:30-1:00 Satsang with Swami Kriyananda or Kriyacharyas and community presentation
1:15 pm Lunch and Goodbyes
Mahasamadhi Retreat Tentative Schedule
Friday, 7 March
Paramhansa Yogananda's Mahasamadhi
4:00-5:00 pm Registration, tea, book sales
5:00-6:30 Chanting and meditation
6:30-7:45 Celebration of Paramhansa Yogananda's Mahasamadhi, including discourse and devotional ceremony
7:45 Dinner
Saturday, 8 March
6:30-7:15 am Ananda Yoga gentle asanas
7:15-9:00 Energization Exercises, chanting and meditation
11:00 Kirtan
11:30-1:00 Class with Swami Kriyananda or acharyas
1:15 pm Lunch
2:30-4:00 Simultaneous Workshops: How to Meditate, healing, and spiritual astrology
4:30-5:45 Energization Exercises, chanting and meditation
5:45 Tea served
6:30-7:45 Dramatic presentation
Sunday, 9 March
Swami Sri Yukteswar's Mahasamadhi
6:30-7:15 am Ananda Yoga gentle asanas
7:15-9:00 Energization Exercises, chanting and meditation
11:00 Kirtan
11:30-1:00 Mahasamadhi celebration with Swami Kriyananda* and Festival of Light
1:15 pm Lunch
2:30-4:00 Presentation: Ananda Sangha community in India
4:00 Retreat conclusion with Tea
* Swami Kriyananda's participation is dependant on his health.
Pilgrimage in India 17 February - 15 March, 2008
Combine these retreats with all or part of this Masters of Kriya Yoga pilgrimage.
17-28 February - Puri-Kolkata-Delhi: Meditate at all the places where Yogananda and Sri Yukteswar communed with God. Includes day trips to Delhi.
2-7 March - Babaji's Cave: Meditate on the hillside and in the cave where Lahiri Mahasaya met Babaji. Visit saints and ashrams, and enjoy Himalayan views.
10 March - Agra: Daytrip to the Taj Mahal.
11-15 March - Rishikesh: Be guided to the saints and ashrams of Rishikesh.
For full details on this pilgrimage, click here
Presented by Ananda Sangha
B-10/8, DLF I, Gurgaon (HR) 122 002, Tel. 98990 14209, 0124 405 9550
Web site: www.anandaindia.org E-mail: ananda@anandaindia.org
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