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September 2013 – January 2014

Classes, Courses Special Programmes

Workshops, Certificate Courses

SIVANANDA

YOGA L O N D O N

Tap the SourceTel: 020 8780 0160 • email: [email protected]: www.sivananda.co.uk • www.sivananda.euFounder Swami Vishnudevananda. Est 1957

Sivananda around the World – since 1957 in the West: Centres: Bangkok · Buenos Aires · Chicago · Chennai · Geneva · Hamburg · Ho Chi Minh City · London · Los AngelesMadrid · Madurai · Milan · Montevideo · Montreal · Munich · New Delhi · New York · Paris · Porto Alegre · Rome · San Francisco · Tel Aviv · Thiruvanathapuram · Tokyo · Toronto Vienna · Vilnius. Ashrams: Quebec · Bahamas · New York · California· France · Tyrol, Austria · Kerala, South India Uttarkashi

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Who are we? The first Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre was founded in 1957 by Swami Vishnudevananda. The InternationalSivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres is an international non-profit organisation based on the teachings of the Indiandoctor and Yoga master Swami Sivananda. We teach classical yoga with a holistic approach. Yoga is not only basedon the practice of postures. Yoga contains a series of practices designed to balance body and mind in order todevelop a universal vision of life.

We offer Yoga classes at different levels as well as yoga for pensioners, pregnancy and children. In addition to ouropen classes and courses, we offer workshops, courses in meditation and yoga philosophy, kirtan (mantra chanting),vegetarian cooking and Ayurveda programmes. Since 1969 over 32,000 people worldwide have been trained asSivananda Yoga teachers.

Our reception area, tea room and garden allow yoga practitioners to meet one another and to interact with theirteachers. The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre offers a traditional approach to yoga with qualified teachers and an individual level of coaching.

Our Teachers“Go to the West, people are waiting.” It is with this statement that Swami Sivananda sent one of his closest disciples,Swami Vishnudevananda to the West in 1957 to teach Yoga and Vedanta.

During his life, Swami Vishnudevananda served his Master with all his heart, bringing yoga to hundreds of thousandsof people in the West. He taught in a very practical way how to incorporate yoga into daily life in order to maintainoptimum health. As good health is a prerequisite to a spiritual practice, his motto was “Health is Wealth”. He taughthow postures, proper breathing, relaxation and proper diet can give the body strength, flexibility and vitality. With thepractice of positive thinking and meditation one can eventually achieve inner and outer peace.

In the spirit of his master Swami Sivananda, Swami Vishnudevananda taught yoga in a clear and concise style, makingit easy to understand and integrate into our daily lives. The Sivananda Yoga Centres aim is to continue his mission.

Dear Friends of Yoga,In this time of upheaval and uncertainty, yoga has a vital role to play. It teaches practical ways to take care of the body, increase our energy level,calm and focus the mind, and gives us a positive outlook on life. SwamiSivananda recommends us to live simply and to focus on uplifting thoughts.The benefits of yoga are endless. Among them are a flexible and relaxedbody, improved digestion, deeper sleep, increased vitality and emotionalbalance as well as mental clarity and a calm mind. The timeless teachingsof yoga, transmitted by the Master is not only a cure for many problems of life. They show us the path to a future filled with hope and spiritualdevelopment. We wish you lots of inspiration in your practice and are here to advise you if you so wish.

We look forward to seeing you at the Centre!

Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre London (SYVC)

Free Introduction to Yoga 5Course Prices 6Course Descriptions 7Course Dates 8Open Class Descriptions 12Open Class Schedule/Class Prices 13Meditation, Yoga Philosophyand Positive Thinking Courses 14Group Meditation (Satsang) 15Vegetarian Cooking Workshops 16Spiritual Festivals 17Special Programmes 18Further Training for Yoga Teachers 20Christmas and New Year’s Programmes 21

“Reconnecting to the Heart” with Special Guest Sri Venugopal Goswami, Bhagatacharya 22Certificate Courses 24Saturday and Weekday Workshops 26Ashram de Yoga Sivananda, Orleans, France 28Sivananda Retreat House, Tyrol, Austria 30Sivananda Teachers’ Training Courses 32Pilgrimage, North India/Worldwide Sivananda Ashrams 34Teachers’ Training/Advanced Teachers’ Training/ Sadhana Intensive in North India 35Teachers’ Training Course in London 36Useful Information 38Open Class Schedule/Opening Times 40

Contents

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Free Trial ClassSaturdays, 2pmYou are new to yoga and curious to discover its benefits? We invite you for a free 90 minute introduction. The trial classes take place at 3pm during the Open House (see dates below).

Open HouseSaturdays, 2pm – 7.45pmFree of charge. Enjoy a whole afternoon of discovering Yoga.

October 5, November 9*, December 7, January 4, February 8

2pm Introduction to yoga and demonstration of postures3pm Trial class 4.30pm Introduction to meditation, information about yoga vacations and Yoga

Teachers’ Training Courses5.30pm Snack6pm Group meditation with mantra chanting

10% reduction on all courses and class cards

*During the Peace Day on November 9 there is a 20% reduction on all courses and class cards.

The reduction excludes workshops, retreats, special programmes and Teachers’ Training Courses.

Free Introduction to Yoga

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YOGA ASANAS – Yoga PosturesYoga asanas are postures that rejuvenate the body and promote a state of physical and mental wellbeing. The practise of asanas is accompanied by conscious breathing. Although the postures are performed by thephysical body which is strengthened and revitalised through the practise, asanas also have profound positiveeffects on the mind. They can be practised regardless of age.

“Asanas make one firm, free from disease, and light of limb.“ Hatha Yoga Pradipika

Getting StartedFor the beginning yoga practitioner, we recommend to follow Yoga 1, 2 and 3 which will take you from thebeginner level to the intermediate level. Each class of the 6-session course lasts for 90 minutes and includes a short theoretical explanation on the five principles of yoga and on a relaxed yoga practice. We recommendto follow Yoga 1, 2 and 3 consecutively.

You receive a voucher for a free drop-in class when you enrol for any Yoga 1 – 4 course. The voucher is validfor one year from the start day of the course.

CoursesYoga 1 BeginnerThis is the best way to start learning and practicing yoga postures (asanas) and is suitable for completebeginners. You will gradually work on developing strength, flexibility, good breathing, concentration andrelaxation. The course includes an introduction into yogic diet and its health benefits. Feelings of calm andwellbeing can already be experienced after the first class.

Recommended book: The New Book of Yoga, Sivananda Yoga Centres.

Yoga 2 Beginner/IntermediateThis course focuses on further practice of the basic postures, simple variations and preparations for the practiceof the headstand. You will work on deepening the breath through further practice of breathing exercises andlearn a simple meditation technique (tratak) to still the mind.

Recommended book: The New Book of Yoga, Sivananda Yoga Centres and the Sivananda Yoga@home cd forindividual practice at home.

Level 3 IntermediateDuring this course, you can take your practice to the next level by learning classical variations of the 12 basicpostures and by individual guidance in the headstand. The theoretical explanation includes a study of the 3 levels of relaxation and an introduction into the mental benefits of the practise of positive thinking .

Recommended book: Yoga Your Home Practice Companion, Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre.

Yoga 4 Intermediate/AdvancedOnce you have mastered the headstand, you can join the Yoga 4 which includes more advanced asanavariations, new breathing techniques and longer holding of the postures. The physical and mental benefits of fasting will be studied and the theory includes an introduction to Raja Yoga.

Recommended book: Yoga Your Home Practice Companion, Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre.

Cost of Courses:One Course: Members £44 / non-members £63 / Concession £53.50Two Courses: Members £90 / non-members £113 / Concession £96A free class voucher is given with each Yoga 1 – 4 course. You can make up a missed course sessionby attending an open class (see open class schedule on page 13) with your free class voucher.

Please note: in circumstances where a session for a course falls on a bank holiday the course will skip that week.



Course Dates

September 2013

Mondays 6.30 – 8pm September 2 – October 7

Saturdays 10.30am – 12pm September 7 – October 12

Tuesdays 8 – 9.30pm September 10 – October 15

Mondays 8 – 9.30pm September 16 – October 21

Tuesdays and Thursdays 10.30 – 12pm September 24 – October 10

October 2013

Tuesdays 6.30 – 8pm October 1 – November 5

Thursdays 6.30 – 8pm October 10 – November 14

Saturdays 10.30am – 12pm October 19 – November 23

Tuesdays 8 – 9.30pm October 22 – November 26

November 2013

Mondays and Wednesdays 6.30 – 8pm November 4 – November 20

Mondays 8.00 – 9.30pm November 11 – December 16

Thursdays 6.30 – 8pm November 21 – January 2

Saturdays 10.30 – 12.noon November 30 – January 11

December 2013

Tuesdays 6.30 – 8pm December 3 – January 21

Wednesdays 6.30 – 8pm December 11 – January 29

January 2014

Tuesdays 8 – 9.30pm January 7 – February 11

Mondays 6.30 – 8pm January 13 – February 17

Saturdays 10.30 – 12 noon January 25 – March 1

Thursdays 6.30 – 8pm January 30 – March 6

February 2014

Mondays 8 – 9.30pm February 3 – March 10

Tuesdays and Thursdays 10.30 – 12 noon February 11 – February 27

Tuesdays 6.30 – 8pm February 18 – March 25


Yoga 1Course Dates

September 2013

Mondays 6.30 – 8pm September 2 – October 7Wednesdays 8 – 9.30pm September 25 – October 30

October 2013Wednesdays 6.30 – 8pm October 9 – November 13Mondays 8.00 – 9.30pm October 28 – December 2

November 2013Wednesdays 8 – 9.30pm November 13 – December 18 Tuesdays 6.30 – 8pm November 26 – January 14

December 2013Mondays 6.30 – 8pm December 2 – January 20

January 2014Thursdays 6.30 – 8pm January 9 - February 13Mondays 8 – 9.30pm January 27 – March 3

February 2014Wednesdays 6.30 – 8pm February 12 – March 19


September 2013

Wednesdays 8 – 9.30pm September 4 – October 9Mondays 8 – 9.30pm September 16 – October 21

October 2013Mondays 6.30 – 8pm October 14 – November 18

November 2013Wednesdays 6.30 – 8pm November 20 – January 8Tuesdays 6.30 – 8pm November 26 – January 14

January 2014Tuesdays 6.30 – 8pm January 21 – February 25

Yoga 2

Yoga 3


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September 2013

Mondays 6.30 – 8pm September 30 – November 4

November 2013Mondays 8 – 10.30pm November 11 – December 16

January 2014Wednesdays 6.30 – 8pm January 15 – February 19

Yoga 4

Mondays 8 10.30 pm January 27 March 3

February 2014Wednesdays 6.30 – 8pm February 12 – March 19


September 2013

Wednesdays 8 – 9.30pm September 4 – October 9Mondays 8 – 9.30pm September 16 – October 21

October 2013Mondays 6.30 – 8pm October 14 – November 18

November 2013Wednesdays 6.30 – 8pm November 20 – January 8Tuesdays 6.30 – 8pm November 26 – January 14

January 2014Tuesdays 6.30 – 8pm January 21 – February 25

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Course Dates



Open Classes• 30 yoga classes per week, classes to suit all levels• No advance booking• 90 minutes classes: pranayama (breathing exercises), surya namaskar (sun salutation), asanas (yoga postures),

deep relaxation with autosuggestion• Individual guidance and corrections by Sivananda teachers

Intermediate Breathing exercises, sun salutation, twelve basic postures with simple variations,deep relaxation with autosuggestion with guidance and corrections by a teacher.For people who have experience with the practice of yoga.

Intermediate Dynamic Variations to increase strength, flexibility and breath control.

Advanced Prolonged holding of the twelve basic postures, advanced variations,intensive breathing exercises. Practice of headstand required.

Advanced 1 1½ hours

Advanced 2 2 hours

Soft A gentle practice of the breathing exercises and the basic postures with longer relaxation.

Pregnancy Classical yoga postures adapted for pregnancy. It is advisable to start classes afterthe first trimester. Contact the centre for more details.

Kids A playful yoga practice for children between 7 and 12. The class includes postures,breathing, relaxation, meditation, chanting and storytelling. Class dates: October 5,October 19, November 2, November 16, November 30, December 14, January 11,January 25, February 8, February 22

Meditation Silent group meditation, meditative chanting, lecture on the yoga scriptures. Free of charge. Beginners are welcome.

Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

10.30 – 12pm Intermediate/ IntermediateIntermediate/

Intermediate IntermediatePregnancy

PensionersPensioners

IntermediateSoft Dynamic

2 – 3.15pm Trial Class

3.30 – 5.30pm Advanced 2*

4 – 5.30pm Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate IntermediateIntermediate

IntermediateKids

(see p.3 for dates)

4 – 6pm Advanced 2

6 – 7.30pm Satsang SatsangAdvanced 1Group Meditation Group Meditation

Intermediate

6.30 – 8pmIntermediate

Advanced 1Intermediate

IntermediateDynamicDynamic

Pregnancy

7.30 – 9pm SatsangGroup Meditation

8 – 9.30pm Intermediate Intermediate IntermediatePlusSatsang

Group Meditation

*Valid 1 year. **Valid for 3 months. Can only be used for the following classes: Mon – Wed at 4pm; Thurs and Fri at all times.

*There will be no Advanced 2 Class during the following dates: May 31 – June 29, 2014 and August 30 – September 28, 2014

Class PricesPay per class or save by buying a class package.

Open Class Schedule

Class Options Non-members Members Concessions

One Class (Intermediate, Advanced, Pregnancy) £11.00 £7.50 £9

10 Classes* £93 £63 £79

20 Classes* £168 £118 £143

Unlimited Weekly £33 £22.50 £28

Unlimited Monthly £99 £67 £84

Unlimited 3 Month £225 £157.50 £191

Unlimited 6 Month £337.50 £236.25 £287

Unlimited Yearly – £480

5 Class Reduced Card** £35 £35 £35


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Meditation, Philosophy and Positive Thinking

“Feel the silence, hear the silence, touch and taste

the silence. Silence is the music of your soul.

– Swami Vishnudevananda

Group MeditationSatsang consists of meditation followed by chanting and a talk on the philosophy of yoga and Vedanta.

Wednesdays at 8pm • Fridays at 7.30pm • Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays at 6pmThe group meditation evening is a good way to surround oneself with positive energy and to recharge.Meditation in a group often leads to a deeper experience in meditation. Mantra chanting inspires themind and elevates the thoughts. Various aspects of the philosophy of yoga will be explained.

30 minutes of silent meditation, 30 minutes of mantra chanting and 30 minutes talk on the philosophyof yoga. Open to all, previous experience with meditation is not required. Free of charge.

Meditation CourseWhy meditate? • How to start a meditation practice • Sitting positions, conscious breathing and mental relaxation• Developing concentration • Mantras – tools for meditation • Individual guidance by experienced teacher.Recommended reading: Sivananda Book of Meditation by Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre.

Tuesdays 8 – 9.30pm September 24 – October 15Thursdays 6.30 – 8pm November 7 – November 28Monday – Thursday 6.30 – 8pm January 13 – January 16

Positive Thinking CourseThe nature of thoughts • How habits are formed • Developing thought power • Obstacles are opportunitiesRecommended reading: Thought Power by Swami Sivananda

Wednesdays 6.30 – 8pm October 2 – October 23Mondays and Wednesdays 8 – 9.30pm December 9 – December 18Thursdays 6.30 – 8pm February 6 – February 27

Raja Yoga CourseThe 8 steps of Raja Yoga • Understanding the functioning of the mind • Yamas and Niyamas: the ethicalguidelines of yoga • Applying Raja Yoga in daily life

Tuesdays 6.30 – 8pm October 15 – November 5

Study Group: Raja Yoga Sutras of PatanjaliThe Raja Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are the central textbook of yoga. Its 96 sutras (verses) study the workings of the mind and theexpansion of the mind to higher levels of consciousness. Recommended reading: Meditation and Mantras by SwamiVishnudevananda (the Raja Yoga Sutras are contained in Meditation and Mantras)

Tuesdays 8 – 9.15pm October 1 – November 5

Cost: One Course: Members £44 / Non-members £63 / Concessions £53.50



Vegetarian Cooking WorkshopsSaturdays from 2 – 5pmBy following a well balanced vegetarian diet, the benefits of the Yoga exercises can be increased considerably. Pureingredients provide energy for our thought processes. Included are general hints and detailed cooking instructions,and much fun in the preparation and consumption.

Saturday October 19 Cooking Workshop for New Vegetarians Saturday November 23 Vegetarian Christmas RecipesSaturday January 11 Breakfast Dishes

Full Day Programme:10.30am Asana class12pm Lunch1pm Nature walk2pm Cooking workshop6pm Meditation, chanting, talk (optional)

Cost: Members £17.50 Non-members £25 Concession £21Full day: Members £24.50 Non-members £35 Concession £29.50

Spiritual Festivals Spiritual festivals are celebrated with pujas and accompanied by mantra chanting. Free of charge, flowers and fruits are auspicious offerings when attending a spiritual festival.

Navaratri & Vijaya DashamiSaturday October 5 – Monday October 14During the nine day festival of Navaratri, the DivineMother is worshipped. The worship culminates in the Day of Victory, Vijaya Dashami, on the tenth day. Puja Times 6pm: Saturday October 5, Sunday October 6

(with an Indian priest)Saturday October 12, Sunday October13

7.30pm: Friday October 118pm: Saturday October 12, Sunday October 136.30am: Monday October 7, Tuesday October 8,

Thursday October 10Vijaya Dasami6.30am: Monday October 14

Deepavali – Festival of LightSaturday November 2, 6pm“This festival brings unity. It instils charity in the hearts of people” – Swami Sivananda.

Deepavali denotes the triumph of light over darkness.The programme includes a traditional ceremony with a South Indian priest.

Mahasamadhi of SwamiVishnudevanandaSaturday November 9, 6pmWe celebrate the day when Swami Vishnudevananda left his physical body and attained the highest level of consciousness.

Ganapathi HomaSaturday January 4, 6pmA traditional Vedic fire ceremony to invoke the blessingsof Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. The ceremonywill be performed by a South Indian priest.



Special Programmes

Bharata Natyam – Classical Temple Dance from South Indiawith Parvati NairSaturday September 28, 6pm Donations welcome.

Sunday October 13 6pm: Saraswati Puja for Navaratri

Friday October 18 7.30pm: Art of Relaxation

Saturday October 19 6pm: Bhakti, Bringing Sweetness to Life

Swami Durgananda is Yoga Acharya for Europe and senior disciple of Swami Vishnudevananda.She directs the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres in Europe and teaches yoga philosophy at theSivananda Yoga Teachers’ Training Courses around the world, sharing the inspiration of over 35 years of teaching experience.

Swami Sivadasananda is Yoga Acharya of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres in Geneva, Spain and South America. He was personally trained in Asanas and Pranayama by SwamiVishnudevananda and teaches all aspects of yoga in the International Sivananda Yoga Teachers’Training Courses worldwide.

Satsangswith Swami Kailasananda,Yoga AcharyaOctober 13 – 19

Swami Kailasananda is Yoga Acharya of the SivanandaYoga Vedanta Centres in England and France. She is along time disciple of Swami Vishnudevananda andteaches in Sivananda Yoga Teachers’ Training (TTC),Advanced Teachers’ Training (ATTC) and SadhanaIntensive courses with clarity, precision and deep insight.

Satsang: free of charge. Donations are welcome.

MIND – Its Mysteries and Controlwith Swami Durgananda, Yoga Acharya

and with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya

October 4 – 6

Friday October 46pm: Advanced class with Swami Sivadasananda7.30pm: Satsang with Swami Sivadasananda “Rising from Lower Mind to Higher Mind”

Saturday October 5 1pm: Workshop with Swami Durgananda “Overcoming Emotional Insecurity with Yoga”4pm: Yoga class with Swami Sivadasananda “Increasing the Flow of Prana with Asanas” 6pm: Celebration of Navaratri (with an Indian priest)

Sunday October 61pm: Workshop with Swami Durgananda “The Royal Path: from Weakness to Infinite Strength”4pm: Yoga class with Swami Sivadasananda “Silencing the Mind with Asanas” 6pm: Celebration of Navaratri (with an Indian priest)

Workshop: Members £12.50, Non-members £17.50, Concession £15Yoga Class: Members £7.50, Non-members £11, Concession £9, 1 tick on class cardSatsang and Navaratri: Free and open to all. Donations are welcome.



Christmas PartySaturday December 14, 6pmwith Swami Kailasananda, Yoga Acharya and Swami JyotirmayanandaJoin us for a spiritual and joyous evening of chanting, carol singing, festive feast and a surprisevisit… Children of all ages are especially welcome.Suggested minimum donation: £8

Christmas Eve SatsangTuesday December 24, 6pmWith meditation, mantra chanting, Christmas carols and Christmas meal.

New Year’s Satsang, Swami Vishnudevananda’sBirthday and Chanting for World PeaceTuesday December 31, 8pmWith Om Namo Narayanaya chanting, the celebration of Swami Vishnudevananda’s birthday,feast and silent meditation into the New Year.

Christmasand New Year’s Programmes

Sivananda Yoga Teachers’Weekend with Swami Atmaramananda, Yoga Acharya

and Swami JyotirmayanandaNovember 1 – 3

This weekend programme is conceived to help Sivananda Teachersdeepen their understanding of the yoga practice and improve theirteaching skills by reconnecting to the source of inspiration andguidance. This weekend is open to all those who have successfullycompleted the Sivananda Yoga Teachers’ Training course (TTC).

Swami Atmaramananda is Yoga Acharya and director of the SivanandaYoga Vedanta Centres in Madrid and Vilnius (Lithuania). He is theAcharya for Eastern Europe and a long-time student of SwamiVishnudevananda. He is a dynamic teacher with a rich experience in the teaching of asanas.

Swami Jyotirmayananda is director of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre in London. She is anexperienced teacher.

Topics covered include:• Proper correction of the postures • How to progress in one’s teachings• Integrating Bhakti yoga practises in daily life• The vision of Swami Vishnudevananda for

the True World Order

Cost: £62 for full weekend. Teachers can arrive on Friday afternoon and stay at the Centre at an additional cost of £10 per night. Please bring your uniform. Advanced booking essential.

An Exceptional Lecture on Life after LifeWith Dr Raymond Moody

Sunday 20 October at 1pmDr Raymond Moody has studied the near death experience and the question of life after death forover 50 years. He is the best-selling author of 12 books including the famous book Life After Lifewhich was made into a movie of the same name as well as numerous articles in academic andprofessional literature. Dr. Moody’s research into the phenomenon of near-death experience had itsstart in the 1960’s and he continues to capture enormous public interest with his ground-breakingwork on the near-death experience and what happens when we die. Cost: Members £10.50, Non-members £12.50

Daily Programme:10.30am: Yoga Class for Teachers12noon: Lunch1 – 2.00pm: Talk3 – 5.30pm: Practical Workshop6 – 8pm: Satsang

Further Training for Sivananda Yoga Teachers


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January 15 – 21, 2014

Wednesday January 154pm Yoga Class: “Balancing, Stretching and Muscular

Contraction” with Swami Narayanananda 6.pm Lecture: “The art of Conscious Relaxation”

with Swami Kailasananda, Yoga Acharya 7.30pm Bhagavata Saptaha: “The Path of Inner

Transformation” with Sri Venugopal GoswamiThursday January 164pm Yoga Class: “Dissolving Tensions with

Deep Breathing” with Swami Narayanananda 6pm Lecture: “Healthy Body, Healthy Mind”

with Swami Kailasananda, Yoga Acharya 7.30pm Bhagavata Saptaha: “Pearls of devotion”

with Sri Venugopal Goswami

Friday January 174pm Lecture: “Finding Emotional Balance in Daily Life” with Swami Jyotirmayananda6pm Yoga Class: “Finding Steadiness and Wellbeing in

the Asanas” with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya 8pm Bhagavata Saptaha: ”Pearls of Devotion”


Saturday January 181.30pm Lecture: “Sublimating Mental Habits with Yoga” with Swami Durgananda4pm Yoga Class: “Connecting Prana and Apana”

with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya 6pm Bhagavata Saptaha: “Reflections on the True

Meaning of Life” with Sri Venugopal Goswami

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with Swami DurganandaEuropean Yoga AcharyaSwami Durgananda is Yoga Acharya for Europe and seniordisciple of Swami Vishnudevananda. She directs theSivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres in Europe and teachesyoga philosophy at the Sivananda Yoga Teachers’ TrainingCourses around the world, sharing the inspiration of over35 years of teaching experience.

with Swami KailasanandaYoga AcharyaSwami Kailasananda is Yoga Acharya of the SivanandaYoga Vedanta Centres in England and France. She is along time disciple of Swami Vishnudevananda andteaches in Sivananda Yoga Teachers’ Training (TTC),Advanced Teachers’ Training (ATTC) and SadhanaIntensive courses with clarity, precision and deep insight.

with Swami SivadasanandaYoga AcharyaSwami Sivadasananda is Yoga Acharya of the SivanandaYoga Vedanta Centres in Geneva, Spain and South America.He was personally trained in Asanas and Pranayama by Swami Vishnudevananda and teaches all aspects of yogain the International Sivananda Yoga Teachers’ TrainingCourses worldwide.

with Swami NarayananandaSwami Narayanananda is the director of theSivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre in Munich and is an experienced and precise teacher

Yoga Classes

Lectures• Asana and pranayama workshops• Lectures on yoga philosophy• Meditation and mantra chanting• Discourses with live musicJoin us for this seven-day celebration of Swami Sivananda’s Yoga of Synthesis. This is a classical

approach to Yoga practice, drawing on techniques from the four classical paths of Yoga: JnanaYoga, Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga and Karma Yoga. Each daily programme will feature asanaworkshops, talks on yoga philosophy, meditation, mantra chanting and spiritual discourseswith live music.

Talk: Members £7, Non-members £10, Concession £8.50, 1 tick on class cardYoga Class: Members £7.50, Non-members £11, Concession £9,1 tick on class cardBhagavata Saptaha: Free of charge. Donations are welcome.

Sunday January 191.30pm Lecture: “Inspiring Lecture on Vedanta: We are One”

with Swami Durgananda 4pm Yoga Class: “A Flexible Back, Key to Health”

with Swami Sivadasananda,Yoga Acharya 6pm Bhagavata Saptaha: “Nectar of Satsang”


Monday January 204pm Asana Workshop: “Stimulating the Solar Plexus

with Asanas” with Swami Narayanananda 6pm Lecture: “The Inspiring Message of the

Bhagavad Gita” with Swami Kailasananda, Yoga Acharya

7.30 Bhagavata Saptaha: “Simplicity and Harmony,Keys to Happiness” with Sri Venugopal Goswami

Tuesday January 214pm Yoga Class: “Beyond Physical Relaxation”

with Swami Narayanananda 6pm Lecture: “From Renunciation Comes Peace”

with Swami Kailasananda, Yoga Acharya 7.30 Bhagavata Saptaha: “Lila, the Divine Play”


Honoured Guest:Sri Venugopal Goswami, Radha Raman Temple, Vrindavan, North IndiaSri Venugopal Goswami, Bhakti Yoga Acharya is a spiritual teacher in a family tradition of morethan 500 years. His father initiated him into the teachings of the classical Bhakti scriptures in theRadha Raman Temple. For many years, Sri Venugopal Goswami studied under the world famousIndian vocalist Pandit Jasraj, an award-winning leading exponent of classical Hindustani music.

With Sri Venugopal Goswami, BhagavatacharyaRadha Raman Temple, Vrindavan, North India



Yoga Psychology and Positive Mental Health – Certificate Course November 27 – December 2, 2013

with Dr. Uma Krishnamurthy, Psychiatrist, Bangalore, India

Topics covered during the course: • Transpersonal psychology – the relation between

physiology, psychology and philosophy.

• Understanding and transforming negative emotions

• Psychological definition of Yoga

• The Conscious, Subconscious and Superconscious mind

• How to re-establish inner harmony

Daily Schedule for Residential Option*:6am Wake up6.30am Satsang8am Light breakfast8.30am Study time9.30am Karma Yoga (Voluntary Service)10.30am Yoga class12noon Lunch1pm Workshop with Dr. Uma Krishnamurthy2.15pm Break4pm Yoga Class (Optional)5.30pm Dinner7.00pm Workshop with Dr. Uma Krishnamurthy* Daily schedule subject to modification

The Meditation Experience – Certificate Course October 14 – 19

with Swami Kailasananda, Yoga Acharya

The practice of meditation continues to gain recognition in areas as diverse as psychology, the arts, sports training and healing.It provides means for maximizing physical, emotional and mental efficiency and well-being. This course will provide a thoroughoverview of the philosophy and practice of meditation as well as techniques for mental relaxation, visualisation, positivethinking and mantra chanting. One can choose to stay at the Centre for the week with a daily programme of Satsangs, yogaclasses and vegetarian meals. See residential option below.

Recommended reading: Meditation and Mantras by Swami Vishnudevananda, The Sivananda Book of Meditation by the SivanandaYoga Centres.

Swami Kailasananda is Yoga Acharya of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres in England and France. She is a long timedisciple of Swami Vishnudevananda and teaches in Sivananda Yoga Teachers’ Training (TTC), Advanced Teachers’ Training(ATTC) and Sadhana Intensive courses with clarity, precision and deep insight.

Workshops times & themes:Monday October 14, 7 – 9pm: Swami Vishnudevananda’s 12 Step Approach to Meditation

Tuesday October 15, 7 – 9pm:Creative Visualisation and Positive Thinking: Training the Mind for Concentration

Wednesday October 16, 7 – 9pm:Relax and Channel Mental Energy through Sound Vibration

Thursday October 17, 7 – 9pm:Meditation and Lifestyle

Friday October 18, 7 – 9pm:Tips for Overcoming Distraction and Dullness of Mind

Saturday October 19, 1 – 3pm:Gate to Inner Peace Connecting to the Inner Self

Daily Schedule for Residential Option*:

6am Wake up6.30am Satsang8am Light breakfast8.30am Study time9.30am Karma Yoga (Voluntary Service)10.30am Yoga class12noon Lunch1pm Workshop with Swami Kailasananda2.15pm Break4pm Yoga Class (Optional)5.30pm Dinner7.00pm Workshop with Swami Kailasananda

* Daily schedule subject to modification for residential students

Programmes may be subject to change. Contact the Centre to confirm.

7-day practical seminar for yoga practitioners and yoga teachers. Inspiring observations on the human mind from the analyticalviewpoint of the West and the holistic perspective of the East.

Dr Krishnamurthy specialises in adult and child psychiatry and applies integral yoga therapy at the physical and mentallevels in her work. She creates a fascinating synthesis of psychology and spirituality, showing how Yoga can be used towork with the emotions and lead to positive mental health. She learnt yoga and meditation as a child under highlyrespected yoga masters. Dr Krishnamurthy gives lectures at symposiums and seminars around the world.

Cost:Per Day: £50Per Day – workshops only (includes dinner): £35All 7 days – non residential: £250

Residential option (includes course and accommodation): Shared (4 – 8 persons): £410; Double (2 persons); £535Arrival: Tuesday, November 26 at 2pmDeparture: Tuesday, December 3 at 9am

Cost:Per Day: £50Per Day – workshops only (includes dinner): £35All 6 days – non residential: £250

Residential option (includes course and accommodation): Shared (4 – 8 persons): £410; Double (2 persons); £535Arrival: Sunday, October 13 around 2pmDeparture: Sunday, October 20 at 9am



Mind, it’s Mysteries and ControlWith Swami Durgananda, Yoga Acharya

Saturday October 51pm, Workshop: Overcoming emotional insecurity with yoga

Sunday October 61pm, Workshop: The Royal Path: From Weakness

to Infinite Strength

Swami Durgananda is Yoga Acharya and a senior disciple ofSwami Vishnudevananda. She directs the Sivananda Yoga Centresin Europe and teaches Yoga and philosophy at the SivanandaYoga Teachers’ Training Courses around the world, sharing theinspiration of nearly 40 years of teaching experience.

Cost: Workshop: Members £12.50, Non-members: £17.50, Concession £15

Headstand WorkshopThursday, October 10 from 6.30 – 8pm

Headstand workshop for people with basic knowledge about the headstand.• Preparatory exercises• Headstand practice• Individual corrections Prerequisite: Yoga 2 or level “Intermediate class”

Saturday & Weekday Workshops

Full Saturday Programme: Cost:10.30am Asana class12pm Lunch1pm Workshop4pm Asana Class6pm Group Meditation

(Optional)

One Saturday Workshop: Members £12.50, non-members £17.50, concessions £15Full Saturday programme : Members £22.50, non-members £32, concessions £27.50One weekday workshop: Members £9.50, non-members £13.50, concessions £11.50

All Saturday workshops can be taken as a single workshop or as a full day workshop. The headstand workshop can only be taken as a single workshop.

Peace Day 20%* Reduction on all Courses and Class CardsSaturday, November 9 from 1 – 7.45pm1pm Om Namo Narayanaya Chanting for world peace2pm Talk “How to develop inner peace” 2pm Introduction to yoga and demonstration of the postures3pm Trial Class3pm Video “In the Name of Peace”4pm Sun salutations for world peace with staff and teachers4.30pm Introduction to meditation, information about yoga

vacations and Yoga Teachers’ Training Courses5.30pm Vegetarian snack6pm Mahasamadhi Swami Vishnudevananda *The reduction excludes workshops, retreats, special programmes and Teachers’ Training Courses.

Deepening one’s Understanding of Asanas and their BenefitsSaturday, November 16 from 2 – 4

Deepening one’s understanding of asanas and their benefits.

• The physical and mental benefits of the 12 basic postures• Preventing common mistakes in the postures• Demonstration of the postures

Headstand WorkshopSaturday, December 7 from 2 – 4

Headstand workshop for people with basic knowledge about the headstand.• Preparatory exercises• Headstand practice• Individual corrections Prerequisite: Yoga 2 or level “Intermediate class”

Meditation IntroductionSaturday, January 25 from 2 – 4

• Why meditate • Guidance for starting a meditation practice at home • The sitting posture• Learn to concentrate with the help of the exercise ‘tratak’



Programme Highlights: September 2014 – January 2014Come and relax, recharge and meet people from around the world who share your interest in yoga and spirituality.

tSeptember 20 – 22: Yoga and Sports Weekend

September 20 – 26: Certificate Course “The Meditation Experience” with Swami Kailasananda,Yoga Acharya

September 22 – 29: The Creative Power of Mind

September 27 – 29: Yoga Health Series: Strengtheningyour Immune System with Yoga

September 29 – October 6: Introduction of Yoga forBody and Mind

October 5 – 14: Spiritual Festival: Navaratri and Vijaya Dasami

October 6 – 13: Yoga and Gardening Week

October 6 – 13: Tools to Increase your Will Power and Concentration

October 11 – 13: Further Training for SivanandaTeachers: Yoga for over 50

October 13 – 20: Yoga and Anatomy

October 18 – 20: Further Training for SivanandaTeachers: Yoga and Pregnancywith Ursula Maeder (Padmavati)

October 20 – 27: Improving your Strength and Flexibility

October 31 – November 3: All Saints Weekend: Yogaand Success in Life

November 15 – 22: Yoga and Silence Retreat

November 22 – 29: Yoga Vacation Light (same priceas the Reduced Rate Week)

December 1 – 8: Simple: Simple Living, High Thinking

December 8 – 15: Finding a Purpose in Life

December 13 – 15: Breathing Techniques to Improveyour Energy

Special Christmas & New Year programme• December 22 – 25: Wisdom from Ancient India

with guest of honour Sri Venugopal Goswami• December 23 & 24: Inspiring Philosophy Lectures

with Swami Durgananda, Yoga Acharya• December 22–25: Expanding yourAsana Experience

with Swami Narayanananda• December 23 – 28: Radiant Health with Yoga

with Swami Atmaramananda, Yoga Acharya• December 29 – January 1: Karma & Reincarnation

with Swami Kailasananda, Yoga Acharya

January 3 – 5: Yoga and Ayurveda Weekendwith Swami Bhagavatananda

January 5 – 12: One Week Yoga Retreat at a Reduced Rate

January 10 – 12: Yoga at Home Weekend

January 12 – 19: Yoga Can Change your Life

January 19 – 26: You are the Architect of your Reality

January 26 – February 2: Improving your Strength and Flexibility

January 31 – February 2: Yoga for Stress Reduction

International Teachers’ Training Courses For prices see page 33. April 26 – May 25, 2014 (In French only)June 27 – July 25, 2014 (International)July 27 – August 24, 2014 (In French only)

Advanced Teachers’ Training CoursesJune 27 – July 25, 2014 (International)

Sadhana Intensive for SivanandaYoga TeachersAugust 3 – 17, 2014 (International)

Certificate Courses• The Meditation Experience

Ashram de Yoga SivanandaLoire Valley France

This haven of peace welcomes people seeking a healthyand balanced life style and wanting to develop

a spiritual and positive vision of life based on theteachings of Swami Sivananda. Its natural setting

is very conducive to contemplation and rejuvenation:vast open spaces, old forests with century old trees

populated with countless species of birds, breathtakingsunrises and sunsets.

Email [email protected]/orleans

Swami Sivananda (1887–1963)

Swami Vishnudevananda (1927–1993)

December 20 – January 5


Nov 1 – 3All Saints Retreat• Yoga – Harmony with Nature• Yoga – the Gentle Approach

From 500 €

Certificate CoursesNov 15 – 22: The Yogic Way of CookingNov 22 – 29: Yoga and Stress Management

Further Teachers’ TrainingNov 1 – 3: The Art of Correcting Asanas. From 150 €Oct 18 – 20: Yoga for Children. From 185 €

December 20, 2013 – January 6, 2014 Christmas & New YearBring the year to a close in a relaxed atmosphere full ofnew inspiration. Meditation practice, asana workshops,lectures, winter walks, downhill and cross-country skiing,vegetarian delicacies and many special guests.

• Wisdom inspirations from the Yoga Scriptures with Guest of Honour Sri Venugopal Goswami, with live music

• Meditations, lectures and asana workshops with Swami Durgananda, Swami Sivadasananda, SwamiAtmaramananda and senior swamis and teachers from Europe. From 85 €

International Teachers’ Training Courses14 December 2013 – 12 January 2014English, German. From £2,080

17 May 2014 – 15 June 2014German. From £1,710

26 July 2014 – 24 August 2014 English, German. From £2,140

30 August 2014 – 28 September 2014English, German. From £1,710

December 2014 – 11 January 2015English, German. From £2,140

Advanced Teachers’ Training Course29 March 2014 – 27 April 2014English, German. From £2,305

For rates see page 33Reduced prices for May and September coursesSpecial Rates for students and unemployed.

Yoga Vacation Highlights:

Asanas• Asanas – Strength and Flexibility• Yoga Fitness • Expand your Asanas• Sivananda Beginners’ Guide to Yoga• Yoga Body Check• Yoga@Home• Yoga Teachers’ Training Prep Course• Further Teachers’ Training: Yoga for Children• Asanas: Deepening the Practice• The Workshop Series• Yoga – your Home Practice Companion• Yoga for 50 plus

Health – Ayurveda• Ayurveda, Yoga & Health• Yoga Lifestyle• The Yoga Vitality Week

Yoga & Relaxation• Yoga and Mountain Magic• Yoga Relaxation Days• In Peace lies Strength

Body – Mind• Vedanta – a clear understanding of one’s Self• Experiencing Meditation• Inner Focus – Inner Peace• Hearing the Music of the Soul• Thought Power and Positive Thinking• The Evolutionary Journey of Life

Yoga Holidays in the Austrian AlpsSivananda Retreat HouseReith near Kitzbühel Austria

Tel: 020 8780 0160 31www.sivananda.co.uk30 020 8780 0160 31www.sivananda.co.uk30

The Sivananda Yoga Retreat House in Reith,Austria is an ideal place for a yoga holiday: freshmountain air, the Wilder Kaiser mountain rangeand idyllic hikes in all 4 seasons.

Relax and recharge... enjoy yoga classes,

experience the silence of group meditation, andbroaden one’s knowledge through talks on healthand yoga philosophy.For further information: www.sivananda.org/tyrolFrom 64 € per day

For further information: www.sivananda.org/tyrol



Sivananda Teachers’ Training Coursewww.sivananda.euIn 1969, Swami Vishnudevananda, the founder of the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres, taught thefirst ever yoga teachers’ training course in the West. Today, this internationally renowned course is taught aroundthe world by senior disciples of Swami Vishnudevananda and its graduates number more than 1,000 a year. The International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres are the largest yoga organization in the world and havemany years of experience in training yoga teachers. This four-week intensive Teachers’ Training Course (TTC)covers all aspects of yoga. An internationally recognised teaching certificate from the Sivananda Yoga VedantaCentres will be given upon successful completion of the course.

Curriculum•Yoga Asanas • Pranayama • Kriyas (Yogic cleansing techniques) • How to Teach•Anatomy and Physiology • Yogic Diet and Nutrition • Meditation • Kirtan (chanting)•Bhagavad Gita (classical scripture) • The Four Paths of Yoga • Vedanta Philosophy

The TeachersThe course is taught by Yoga Acharyas, senior disciples of Swami Vishnudevananda.

RegistrationTo register for the courses listed under European dates, contact the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre London or visit: www.sivananda.euCertified by the worldwide Yoga AllianceTeachers’ Training Course (TTC) = 200 hours standard for Registered Yoga Schools (RYS)Advanced Teachers’ Training Course (ATTC) = 500 hours standard for Registered Yoga Schools (RYS)

Other Course LocationsTo register for the worldwide courses contact the relevant Sivananda Ashram directly.For a full listing please visit www.sivananda.org

International Sivananda Yoga Teachers’ TrainingCourses Europe & North India 2013 – 2014www.sivananda.eu Rates valid until 31 August 2014

Govinda Valley, near Sydney, Australia 10 January – 8 February 2014 (in English)Tent: 2,900 AUD, Shared: 3,725 AUD

Rudraprayag, Himalayas, North India 26 October – 24 November 2013 (international)22 February – 23 March 2014Prices for UK residents only: Triple Room: ££2,080; DoubleRoom: £2,555; Single Room: £3,210

Orleans, Loire Valley, France Reductions in April and May26 April – 25 May 2014, (in French only)

Prices for UK residents only: Tent: £1,745; Dorm: £2,050;Double: £2,530; Single: £3,140; Single with bathroom: £3,400

10% reduction for the April and May courses for studentsand the unemployed on tent and dorm accommodationsonly. Contact the centre for more details.

27 June – 25 July 2014 , (international).

27 July – 24 August 2014, (in French only)

Prices for UK residents only: Tent: £2,050; Dorm: £2,270,Double: £2,880; Single: £3,140; Single with bathroom: £3,400

Reith, Tyrol, AustriaReductions for May and Septembercourses: Save up to £466.14 December 2013 – 12 January 2014,(in English and German)17 May – 15 June 2014, (in German)July – 24 August 2014, (in English & German)30 August – 28 September 2014,(in English and German)13 December 2014 – 11 January 2015,(in English and German)

Prices for UK residents only: August and December Courses:Dorm: £2,480; Shared: £2,600; Triple: £2,740, Double: £2,980;Single: £3,230Special reductions for students/unemployed: Dormitory: £2,080; Shared: £2,200

May and September Courses: Dorm: £2,120; Shared: £2,410;Triple: £2,670; Double: £2,980; Single: £3,230Special reductions for students/unemployed: Dorm: £1,660;Shared: £1,980.

Recommended Hotel: Pointner Biohotel, www.hotel-florian.at

London, UK (in English)May 31 – June 29, 2014 August 30 – September 28, 2014Shared: £2,300, Double: £2,850. See page 36.

Aluenda, Spain 18 August – 14 September 2014 (in Spanish & Portuguese)

Dorm (4 –8 beds) with bathroom: 2,595 €,* Shared (3 – 4beds) with bathroom: 2,703 €;* Double with sharedbathroom: 2,703 €*; *Prices approx.

Ustka, Poland 6 September – 5 October 2014(in English, Polish, Lithuanian, Russian, & Estonian)

Shared (2 – 4 beds): 2,050 €*; Single: 3,300 €*. *Prices approx.

Advanced Teachers’Training CoursesRudraprayag, Himalayas, North India 22 February – 23 March, 2014 (International)

Prices for UK residents only: Triple Room: £2,080;Double Room: £2,555; Single Room: £3,690

Reith, Tyrol, Austria29 March – 27 April 2014 (in English & German) Prices for UK residents only: Dorm: £2,480, Shared: £2,600,Triple: £2,740; Double: £2,980; Single: £3,230Special rates students: Dormitory: £2,230; Shared: £2,340

Orleans, Loire Valley, France 27 June – 25 July 2014 (International)

Prices for UK residents only: Tent: £2,050; Dorm: £2,270;Double: £2,880; Single: £3,140; Single with bathroom: £3,400

Sadhana IntensivePrerequisite: Successful completion of the Sivananda Teachers’ Training Course

Rudraprayag, Himalayas, North India 6 – 21 November 2013 (International)

Prices for UK residents only: Triple Room: £925, Double Room: £1,165; Single Room: £1,440

Orleans, Loire Valley, France 3 – 17 August 2014 (international)Tent: £830; Dorm: £1,000; Double: £1,265; Single: £1,440

Please contact the Centre for a freeTeachers’ Training Course brochure



Other Worldwide Sivananda Ashramswww.sivananda.org

• Sivananda Ashram Yoga Camp – Canada (Quebec): www.sivananda.org/camp• Sivananda Yoga Retreat – Bahamas (Nassau) www.sivananda.org/nassau • Sivananda Ashram Yoga Ranch – New York (Woodbourne): www.sivananda.org/ranch• Sivananda Ashram Yoga Farm – California (Grass Valley): www.sivananda.org/farm• Sivananda Yoga Dhanvantari Ashram – South India (Kerala): www.sivananda.org/neyyardam• Sivananda Kutir – North India (Himalayas): www.sivananda.org/uttarkashi• Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Meenakshi Ashram - South Ind www.sivananda.org/madurai

Cost: 1,355 €For more information: www.sivananda.eu

International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta

Delhi – Rishikesh – Haridwar Uttar Kashi – Delhi

Himalayas: Yoga Sadhana at the Source of Ancient Wisdom

23 March – 5 April 2014

International Sivananda Teachers’ Training Course (TTC)

Advanced Teachers’ Training Course (ATTC)22 February – 23 March, 2014Prices for UK residents only: Triple Room: £2,080, Double Room: £2,555, Single Room: £3,690

Sadhana Intensive6 – 21 November, 2013Prices for UK residents only: Triple Room: £925, Double Room: £1,165, Single Room: £1,440

26 October – 24 November, 2013Prices for UK residents only: Triple Room: £1,800 (reduced price), Double Room: £2,555, Single Room: £3,210

February 22 – March 23, 2014Prices for UK residents only: Triple Room: £2,080, Double Room: £2,555, Single Room: £3,210

Rudraprayag is an ancient pilgrimage town situated at an altitude of 890 m, 370 km away from Delhi. The area carries the spiritual thought currents of generations of spiritual seekers and pilgrims who walkedand prayed in these pristine natural surroundings.

• Meditation and talks on the outdoor roof terrace overlooking the Alaknanda river• Four open air yoga platforms with breathtaking views• Special programme with Sri Venugopal Goswami, Bhakti Yoga Acharya: ‘Words of Wisdom’ from the sacred

texts of ancient India.• Ayurveda programme

Sivananda Ashrams are situated worldwide in the following locations and all offer yearround Yoga Vacations.

For more information contact: Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre Tel 020 8780 0160 •[email protected] • or www.sivananda.eu



The CourseThis four-week intensive Teachers’ Training Course (TTC)covers all aspects of yoga. An internationally recognisedteaching certificate from the Sivananda Yoga VedantaCentres will be given upon successful completion of thecourse. The course is taught by Yoga Acharyas (spiritualteachers), personally trained by Swami Vishnudevananda,as well as other experienced Swamis and yoga teachers.

The Gurukula System of EducationThe course is based on India’s traditional Gurukulateaching system, where by direct contact with theteachers, the student’s day-to-day life during the courseis transformed into an integrated learning experience.

CurriculumAsanas•Pranayama•Kriyas (yogic cleansingtechniques)•How to Teach•Anatomy & Physio logy•Yogic Diet and Nutrition •Meditation•Kirtan(Sanskrit Devotional Chanting)•Bhagavad Gita•The Four Paths of Yoga.

VenueSituated in a quiet residential area in Putney in SouthWest London, the Sivananda Yoga Centre with itsbeautiful peace garden and spacious halls provides anideal setting for relaxation and Yoga practice. Teachinggroups are kept small and the main emphasis is put onindividual guidance and detailed instructions.Within short walking distance the gardens of Bishopspark and the riverside trails along the River Thames offera variety of scenic nature walks while Central Londonwith all its famous sights can be reached by tube in just30 minutes.

International Guest SpeakersGuest speakers and artists from around the world enrichthe Teachers’ Training Course experience. Lectures onmedicine, ayurveda, diet, physics, psycho logy, religion,etc. reveal fascinating connections to yoga.

Tuition FeeShared: £2,300; Twin: £2,850 Tuition fee includes room and board

Daily Schedule

Attendance at all activities is mandatory. Changes in the programme mayoccur from time to time. One day a week is given for personal activitiesand study. On this day students are required to attend morning andevening satsangs as well as to complete their Karma Yoga.

2pm Main lecture4pm Asanas and pranayama6pm Dinner8pm Meditation, mantra chanting, lecture10pm Lights out

5.30am Wake-up6am Meditation, mantra chanting, lecture or silent walk8am Asanas and pranayama10am Brunch11am Karma yogaNoon Bhagavad Gita or chanting class

Yoga MastersSwami Sivananda (1887–1963)Swami Sivananda, a great saint of modern India,made the timeless wisdom of yoga and Vedantaknown to the whole world. ‘Serve, love, give,purify, meditate, realise’ – these teachings arethe spiritual strength behind the Sivananda YogaVedanta Centres and have inspired many seekersto live a life of brotherly love and spiritual unity.Founder of the Divine Life Society Ashram inRishikesh, Himalayas (1936).

Swami Vishnudevananda (1927–1993)The life work of Swami Vishnudevananda was to spreadyoga in the name of his master, Swami Sivananda. He founded the Inter national Sivananda Yoga VedantaCentres in 1957 and established the ‘True World Order’, an institution which promotes universal peace. Overcominginner and outer limitations was the message behind hisnumerous peace missions. Swami Vishnudevananda is a renowned authority on Hatha and Raja Yoga and theauthor of the bestseller, The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga as well as Meditation and Mantras.

May 31 – June 29, 2014 August 30 – September 28, 2014

Yoga Teachers’ Training Course in LondonA four week intensive residential course in all aspects of yoga



Useful InformationConcessions: The concession price applies to the followingpersons:• Unemployed (with Jobseeker’s Allowance booklet or letter)• Low Income (with a letter of entitlement)• Students (Full-time student ID or letter from college)• 60+ (Pension book/birth certificate or bus pass)

What to bring:• Loose comfortable clothing (shoulders and legs covered).

You can practice with bare feet or socks.• Yoga mat or large beach towel (you can hire a mat at the

Centre for £1 donation)• The Centre provides cushions and blankets. There are

changing rooms available.

Further information: The Yoga practice is suitable for all,regardless of age or level of physical fitness. You are en -couraged to practise at your own rhythm and to listen toyour body. Yoga is non-competitive and in most cases thepractice can be adapted to suit any limitations you mighthave with regard to your physical condition. The invertedpostures should not be practised by anyone with highblood pressure, neck or head injuries and eye conditionssuch as detached retina and glaucoma. We recommendthat you do not eat for at least two to three hours before a class. We ask that no food, drink (including water), bagsor outdoor wear is brought into class. Mobile phones mustbe switched off and not used within the Centre. Eyeglassesshould be placed in a hard case during the class or left in the changing rooms. We cannot accept responsibility for any damage to eyeglasses.

Save by becoming a member: Annual or Lifetimemembership entitles you to:• Reduced price on classes, courses, workshops, special

programmes and retreats offered by the London Centre.• Free YogaLife magazine with membership.

Membership is valid at Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centresworldwide (certain restrictions may apply).

By taking out a membership you actively support the workof the Centre.•Annual Membership: £65 • Lifetime Membership: £650

How to book: You can book with us over the phone, in person at the Centre, or by visiting our websitewww.sivananda.co.uk. We recommend you book in advance.

How to Pay:Cash, Credit Card, Cheque (payable to SYVC), PayPal (via website).

Refunds, Credits and TransfersRefund: A student who cancels a course up to 48 hoursbefore the course commences is entitled to a refund orcredit for the amount paid minus a £10 administration fee.Cancellation of a course by the Centre will result in a fullrefund of any monies paid.

Credit: A student who cancels a course less than 48 hoursbefore the course commences, or who has booked lessthan 48 hours before the course commences and thencancels before the course starts, will be eligible for acredit note for the amount paid, less a £10 administrationfee. Credits are valid for one year from the date of issue.

Swami Vishnudevananda’s5 Points of Yoga for Health and Peace of MindProper Exercise (Asanas)Increases flexibility in the joints, muscles, ligamentsand tendons and stim ulates circulation. Flexibilityand strength in the spine keeps the body youthful.

Proper Breathing (Pranayama)Connects the body to its inner battery, the solarplexus – the storehouse of an enormous reserve of energy. Stress and depression can be overcomethrough a greater awareness of the breath andimproved breathing.

Proper Relaxation (Savasana)When body and mind are continuously overworkedthey lose their productivity and efficiency. Yogicrelaxation techniques not only help relieve stresssymptoms like muscular tension and breathlessness,they also help develop resistance to ever increasingstress factors.

Proper Diet (Vegetarian)Vegetarian diet promotes health. It is simple, natural andcan be easily digested. It consists of food choices whichare healthy for body and mind while creating the leastharm to other living beings and the environment.

Positive Thinking and Meditation(Vedanta and Dhyana)These are the keys to mental peace. By controlling themind, negative thought waves subside and inner peace is experienced.

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*There will be no Advanced 2 Class during the following dates: May 31 – June 29, 2014 and August 30 – September 28, 2014

Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre45 – 51 Felsham Road London SW15 1AZTel: 020 8780 0160 Fax: 020 8780 0128London@sivananda.netwww.sivananda.co.ukwww.sivananda.euRegistered Charity No. 1103746 • Company No. 5091856Registered in England and Wales

By Tube: District Line to Putney Bridge or East Putney.By Train: South West Trains – Putney StationBy Bus: 14, 22, 39, 74, 85, 93, 220, 265, 270, 337, C4, 430.By Bike: Secure cycle parking is available inside the Centre.By Car: From the Lower Richmond Road turn into Bemish Road

then turn left into Felsham Road. Pay and display –limited spaces available.

Getting Here

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Open Class Schedule Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

10.30 – 12pm Intermediate/ IntermediateIntermediate/

Intermediate IntermediatePregnancy

PensionersPensioners

IntermediateSoft Dynamic

2 – 3.15pm Trial Class

3.30 – 5.30pm Advanced 2*

4 – 5.30pm Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate IntermediateIntermediate

IntermediateKids

(see p.3 for dates)

4 – 6pm Advanced 2

6 – 7.30pm Satsang SatsangAdvanced 1Group Meditation Group Meditation

Intermediate

6.30 – 8pmIntermediate

Advanced 1Intermediate

IntermediateDynamicDynamic

Pregnancy

7.30 – 9pm SatsangGroup Meditation

8 – 9.30pm Intermediate Intermediate IntermediatePlusSatsang

Group Meditation

Shop/Reception Opening TimesMonday – Wednesday 10am – 9.30pmThursday 10am – 8pmFriday 10am – 7.30pmSaturday 10am – 6pmSunday 3pm – 6pm Sivananda

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