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SUMMARY:A Weekend of BHAKTI & PUJA w/ Ram Vakkalanka
DESCRIPTION:Sep 9 Morning: 11 am – 1 pm & 2 – 4 pm \nPuja – Open Your Heart with Bhakti Yoga Rituals \nThe Sanskrit word ‘Puja’ is an acronym for ‘Purna Jagruti’ or complete awakening. Puja is a sacred ritual that combines Meditation\, Mantras\, Mudras and Pranayama into a very powerful\, uplifting experience. Even though the Puja looks like an external ritual\, it is actually an internal meditation. \nThis workshop is for those who would like to learn how do a basic – but powerful – Vedic Puja ceremony for the benefit of themselves as well as others. Ram will teach the different steps involved in performing a ‘Panchopachara Puja’. A Panchopachara Puja is where the Five Elemental Energies are symbolically offered with Mantras and Mudras to the Divine as an act of gratitude as well as surrender. \nIn celebration of Krishna’s birthday on Sep 6\, this Puja is dedicated to Krishna. Please feel free to bring a few flowers and fruits to the Puja as per your convenience and wear loose clothing so you can sit on the floor comfortably. \nSep 9 Afternoon: 2 – 4 pm \nThe Tales of Krishna and Bhakti  \nIn the Yogic tradition\, the sublimest principles of philosophy were often transmitted in the form of stories by the ancient Seers of India. The Upanishads and Puranas are packed with stories that make very deep impressions on our hearts while subtly conveying the noblest of truths to the intellect. Sometimes\, a story can effortlessly convey what a lengthy\, intellectual meandering struggles to communicate. That’s why many ancient texts about Yoga were written in the form of nestled stories – story within a story – in order to carry across wisdom from generation to generation. \nTrue to the tradition\, Ram is going to share some great tales related to Krishna as well as Bhakti Yoga\, honoring the practice of teaching through stories in these sessions. Listening to these stories will allow the seeds of Bhakti to sprout in your heart and enliven the teachings of Krishna. \nIf you like to channel your inner child and listen to a story or two to unplug and unwind\, you will love these sessions with Ram and his masterful way of story-telling. \nDo join us! \nSep 10: 11 am – 1 pm & 2 – 4 pm \nConnecting with the Divine within through Puja Ceremony  \nThe purpose of the Puja is to transcend the sense of individual ego by surrendering it to the Divine and ultimately merge into the Universal Consciousness. In this workshop\, Ram will teach how to offer the sacred ceremony known as ‘Shadasha Upachara Puja to Krishna. Though the ceremony is dedicated to Krishna\, Ram will also teach how to adapt the Puja ceremony to your chosen Deity. After the workshop\, with a little practice\, you would be able to do a puja by yourself\, incorporating a heart-opening practice of Bhakti Yoga into your daily life. \nThe Puja will be followed by a ‘Spiritual Naming’ ceremony (Namakarana)\, for those who are interested. Thereafter\, there will be a Mantra initiation ceremony for those who are interested. \nPlease feel free to bring any flowers and fruits to the Puja as per your convenience and wear loose clothing so you can sit on the floor comfortably. \n  \nABOUT RAM VAKKALANKA: \nRam Vakkalanka is an internationally recognized master of Yoga philosophy\, Nada Yoga\, Meditation and Sanskrit. He was born and brought up in India in a Yogic lifestyle. He grew up studying the Sanskrit language\, ancient scriptures such as Upanishads and practicing Mantra-chanting and Meditation since childhood. In his teens\, Ram started studying music through the Sitar\, which eventually blossomed into Nada Yoga. Simultaneous to Yogic education\, Ram also pursued mundane education\, amassed a few qualifications in Finance and worked in the upper echelons of Management in the corporate world in Singapore\, Africa\, USA and Canada. \nIt was in Canada\, Ram met his spiritual Guru and that meeting changed his life completely. In 2010\, Ram quit the corporate world and dedicated his life to spreading the sublime philosophy of Veda and Vedic sciences such as Astrology and Ayurveda. \nRam shares his deep knowledge of the Yoga philosophy\, Sanskrit\, Nada Yoga as well as Vedic sciences such as Ayurveda and Astrology with a global audience through workshops\, Retreats\, Podcasts as well as one-on-one sessions. He is often described as ‘a gift to the global Yoga community’\, given the breadth and depth of his wisdom as well as the authenticity\, humility and passion with which he shares it.  His teaching style is direct and simple but profound\, filled with current examples and humour. \nRam’s creations so far include 22 CDs in three languages\, one DVD and an online course about the origin and evolution of Yoga. \nFor more about Ram\, visit www.ramvakkalanka.com\, listen to his podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify or connect with him on the social media (FB: Ram Vakkalanka\, IG: ram_vakkalanka)
URL:https://tiffanynicholson-smith.com/event/a-weekend-of-bhakti-puja-w-ram-vakkalanka/
LOCATION:Vichara Yoga Shala\, 93 Chemin de Morrison Heights\, Wakefield\, QC\, J0X 3G0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event,Training
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SUMMARY:Vichara Yoga Sadhana Intensive (100hr)
DESCRIPTION:100 hours of Experiential Deepening into Vichara Yoga.\n*Yoga Alliance approved*\n\nSchedule:\n4 weekends – Nov. 13-15\, Dec. 11-13\, Jan. 22-24\, Feb. 26-28\nFridays: 6-9:30 pm\nSaturdays & Sundays: 7-7 pm (1.5 hour breaks for lunch) \nBoth In-Person & Online! \nJoin Tiffany & Ram as they guide you in this intensive\, which is intended for anyone longing to deepen their personal sadhana (practice) and to be steeped in classical Tantric Yoga + Meditation. Completion of the 100 hours can be included as a module towards your YTT accreditation with Vichara Yoga. It offers a rare opportunity to experience immersed periods of practice and many of the days will emulate a retreat experience. During this intensive you will also be invited to have an individual meeting with Tiffany to clarify and personalize your sadhana going forward. \nOur Days will Include: \n\nAsana: Discover the profound wisdom of approaching the posture with enquiry\, revealing pranic resonance\, increased presence and meditation.\nBandhas & Mudras: Classical locks and gestures to free and amplify prana\nPranayama: Continue to discover the power of the classical breath practices that channel\, purify and increase prana\nDharana (Concentration): Practice specific techniques\, such as trataka and classical mudras\, which develop focus and awareness.\nDhyana (Meditation): Daily practice of meditation\, including a special emphasis upon “Atma Vichara” or Self-Enquiry meditation.\nVedic Chanting: Discover the immense power of classical Vedic chanting and become increasingly comfortable with daily chanting.\nAyurveda: Bring Ayurvedic wisdom into your daily sadhana both on the mat and off\nNidra Yoga: Guided nidra yoga sessions taking you into the depths of Conscious Sleep and Profound Resting\nKriya Yoga: Integrated purification practices to enhance sattva and free prana shakti at every level\nNada Yoga: Exploring the potency of sound and vibration\nKirtan: Sharing of devotional song\, chanting and musical celebration\n\nFridays:\n6-6:30 pm – Meditation\n6:30-7 pm – Arriving & Sharing as a group\n7-9 pm: Yoga\n9-9:30: Vedic Chanting \nSaturdays:\n7-8 am: Meditation\n8:15-11 am: Yoga\n11:15-12:30 pm: Satsang (Q&A)\n12:30-2 pm: Lunch\n2-3 pm: Nidra or Nada Yoga\n3-5: Yoga\n5:15-6: Vedic Chanting\n6-7 pm: Meditation \nSundays:\n7-8 am: Meditation\n8:15-11 am: Yoga\n11:15-12:30 pm: Satsang (Q&A)\n12:30-2 pm: Lunch\n2-3 pm: Nidra or Nada Yoga or Kirtan\n3-5: Yoga\n5:15-6: Reflections + Dyads\n6-7 pm: Meditation \nDETAILS\nCE Credits: 100 hour CE for RYTs\nYTT Module Program: These 100 hours can be counted towards your 200\, 500 or 1000 hour Living in the Self accreditation – Yoga Alliance Approved \nPlease review our refund policies with COVID-related notes.
URL:https://tiffanynicholson-smith.com/event/vichara-yoga-sadhana-intensive-100hr/
LOCATION:QC
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Training,Yoga Teacher Training
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SUMMARY:Vichara Yoga Foundations: 5 days in Belgium
DESCRIPTION:Daily: 8am-12pm & 2pm-6pm \nJoin Tiffany this August in Belgium for this foundational course in Vichara Yoga. \nVichara means Inquiry. \nVichara Yoga is born from the roots of Classical Hatha Yoga and Atma Vichara (Self-Inquiry)\, inviting the sadhaka (practitioner) to dive into an exploration of each moment\, Now. Whether we are in an embodied asana (posture)\, or in the posture of life\, it is the Inquiry that guides us into presence with what is. This is where Yoga is known. \nIn Practice\, Vichara Yoga takes inspiration from the traditional path of Hatha Yoga\, encompassing a full-spectrum practice that includes Asana\, Shatkarma\, Pranayama\, Mudras\, Bandhas\, Meditation\, Ayurveda\, Chanting and beyond\, that are all done in the light of self-exploration and profound inner contemplation. The revelations seen on the mat are then integrated into every breath of life\, enlivening your full potentiality and awakening you to the Self. \nDuring this 5-Day Workshop you will be invited to dive fully and experientially into the yoga and meditation practice\, to gain an understanding of the foundational teachings that can be applied on and off the mat\, and to take home a daily practice that will be best aligned to your needs and intentions. You will also receive an Ayurvedic self-care routine and find ways to bring the gift of this healing wisdom into your days. \nVichara Yoga was founded by Tiffany after spending years living in the East\, immersed continuously in the depths of study and retreat with her master teachers. It is from this foundation\, and her own revelatory arisings\, that Vichara Yoga was born. \nThrough its accessible and comprehensive approach\, Vichara Yoga aims to bring you into contact with the classical teachings of Yoga\, so that we can truly taste the intrinsic joy\, peace and freedom that are revealed in and as this very moment. It stays true to the original intention of yoga to offer revelation and awakening\, and to inspire students to use the path of effortless abiding and self-awareness to uncover the deepest truth and most natural state. \n  \nPlease contact us for further info or to register.
URL:https://tiffanynicholson-smith.com/event/vichara-yoga-foundations-5-days-in-belgium/
LOCATION:aanaajaanaa\, Hoogpoort 25\, 9000 Gent\, Ghent\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Training
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