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SUMMARY:Kriya Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Kriya Yoga\nApril 19th – May 1st\, 202\nInstructions in English \nMain Teachers: Sadhvi Abha Saraswatiji\, Dr. Indu Sharmaji \nMove one step closer to mind\, body and soul connection’ \nKriya Yoga deepens your practice through understanding the subtleties of the main chakras of the body.  As we explore the chakras\, we work to unblock and rebalance our inner energies for greater well-being and self connection. \nA basic understanding of the chakras / energy centers with their Sanskrit names\, associated colour\, and element will be helpful for the Kriya Yoga and Meditation program. This Kriya Yoga program begins each day with the 20 main Kriya Yoga practices for pratyahara (sense withdrawal)\, dharana (concentration)\, dhyana (Meditation)\, including prayer\, pranayama\, traditional hatha yoga asana\, Vedic chanting and Satsang (spiritual question/ answer). Each day concludes with Parmarth Niketan’s Ganga Havan and Aarti ceremony held during sunset on the holy banks of Ma Ganga\, followed by Kirtan and Satsang (spiritual questions/ answers) with Pujya Sadhviji; and Darshan with Pujya Swamiji (when they are in the Ashram). \nSpecifications\n\nThis course is for experienced yoga and meditation students\nStudents should adhere to the course dress code (white clothing is mandatory\, no sleeveless or crop tops\, no shorts\, no tight or revealing clothes)\nStudents should be punctual for each class\nStudents must not undergo any Ayurvedic or Panchakarma treatment during the course\nStudents must not attend any other classes during the course\nStudents should adopt sincere behaviour whilst staying at the ashram\n\nTestimonials\n“I am in my second Kriya yoga course and it has helped me tremendously in strengthening my practice and gaining a deeper understanding of the subtleties of chakras. I would strongly recommend this course to anyone looking for a holistic program for Kriya yoga initiation.” – Prabhat\, India \n“A wonderful and unexpected journey. Kriya yoga begins with breath-work and asanas and takes you so much further. The course supported me in deepening my yoga practice with the intense study of charkras\, mantras\, and meditation. And the teachers at Parmarth brought an incredible amount of wisdom\, patience and love to all of the students. I learned so much that I get to take with me and add to my daily practice. I highly recommend this class for all who are interested in exploring a new side of yoga.” – Rebecca\, USA \n“Even for those who are beginning this journey towards the divine\, the course fulfills its goal. It was amazing to be in this community for two weeks. I hope to return soon. Peace of mind and a message of love and hope carry this experience.” – Ricardo\, Brazil \n 
URL:https://courses.parmarth.org/events/kriya-yoga-apr19/
LOCATION:Parmarth Niketan\, Parmarth Niketan\, P.O. Swargashram\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249304\, India
CATEGORIES:Yoga Courses
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SUMMARY:Buddha Purnima Silent Spiritual Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Buddha Purnima Silent Spiritual Retreat\nApril 30th – May 2nd\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nThe central aspiration of a Dharma practice is to discover stillness and silence of mind\, so what better way to celebrate the birth of Lord Buddha than to spend three days in silent meditation and contemplation. From this point the material world can fall away so that we discover freedom and the end of suffering. As we bask in complete stillness\, we will gain balance and wisdom through introspection and self-cultivation. And\, together – in puja and prayer\, through asana and meditation – we can finally begin to remove suffering from our life so that we can realize the fullness of our True Selves and be of even greater service to the Divine and to all of humanity.
URL:https://courses.parmarth.org/events/buddha-purnima-silent-spiritual-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Parmarth Niketan\, Parmarth Niketan\, P.O. Swargashram\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249304\, India
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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SUMMARY:The Eternal Sound and Tonic Sonic Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Eternal Sound and Tonic Sonic Retreat\nA self-care workshop using sonic energy as medicine/tonic\nMay 1st – 4th\, 2026\nwith Sanj Hall \nInstructions in English \nThe world is Nada…. Vibration. \nWeaned from the long tradition of Naada\, Spanda\, and sound healing from ancient cultures of India and beyond\, The Eternal Sound and Tonic Sonic Retreat initiates the innate sound within you\, delving deeper into the cosmic vortex. It is a both an auditory and vibration healing sensation that stills the mind and soothes the soul bringing about deep relaxation\, oneness\, harmony and eternal bliss. \nMusic is the medicine of the future. However\, if not\, it is surely a tonic. Using ancient healing techniques from yoga\, ayurveda along with gongs\, singing bowl\, shamanic drums and fusing psychoacoustics and bioacoustics aspects with therapeutic use of music healing\, you can work on inner transformations in an easy-going manner. This is an opportunity to relax\, unwind\, stay still\, be grounded and yet flow on the waves of sound and music. Reduce stress and anxiety; improve sleep; clear mental fog and indecisiveness; and learn to identify and manage negative stimulus and triggers. \nThose interested in playing an instrument will have the opportunity to learn the basics of music and sound healing\, as we play along the instruments to the glorious echo of collective energy. All instruments will be provided. \nThese eternal sounds and tonic sonic work are brought by Sanj Hall\, a traveling gong yogi who has taken the divine order to spread the goodness of gongs and its teachings around the world. He extensively travels to Europe\, Middle East\, Asia and North America both in medical conferences\, music festivals\, as well in ashrams and monasteries in India\, Nepal and Bhutan. \nEach day begins with yoga and meditation followed by yagna / homa for World Peace and Healing; and\, ends with the world-renowned Ganga Aarti on the holy banks of Ma Ganga in the lap of the sacred and majestic Himalayas followed by the spiritual Satsang with Pujya Sadhviji and / or Darshan with Pujya Swamiji when they are in the Ashram\, making this retreat a truly immersive experience. \n 
URL:https://courses.parmarth.org/events/the-eternal-sound-and-tonic-sonic-retreat-may1/
LOCATION:Parmarth Niketan\, Parmarth Niketan\, P.O. Swargashram\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249304\, India
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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SUMMARY:Sound Healing Foundation Course
DESCRIPTION:Sound Healing Foundation Course\nFrom Mystery and mythology to method and Mastery\nMay 6th – 11th\, 2026\nTonicSonic Cytoacoustics Institute @ Parmarth Niketan Ashram \nInstructions in English \nEverything in the universe vibrates at a natural frequency\, possessing a unique energy signature. \nSound energy that matches an individual’s natural frequency can bring a holistic resonance and well-being (“sonic homeostasis”). Mismatched frequencies could lead to “dis-comfort” or “dis-ease.”  This ancient wisdom has evolved over centuries through self-reflection\, deep understanding of Vedas\, and practicing the simple yogic and healthy lifestyle and achieving a profound “awareness” of oneness. \nIn today’s world these aspects are explained in terms of algorithms\, frequencies\, brain waves and delving deeper into therapeutic use of healing music and sound. Sound is the medicine of the future – or at least a catalyst\, a tonic derived from sonic theology that gives that inner resilience\, the immunity and strong faith in well-being. This healing can manage and regulate the stress\, fast pace life\, circadian  rhythm\, chakra balance and numerous triggers and stimulus both for self and to help others heal. \nThese time-tested modalities (using psychoacoustics and bioacoustics methods) are also fused with ancient healing instruments\, such as\, gongs\, bowls\, shamanic drums\, conch and use of other wind\, string instruments along with inner voice. Scientists and medical clinical research have further added vibroacoustic interventions created acoustically\, electronically and digitally. \nAt TonicSonic Cytoacoustics Institute along with Parmarth Niketan Ashram\, we endeavour to unlock these mysteries\, understand and learn some of the techniques and imbibe its philosophy\, ethos and technology that has merged together in putting a well-integrated\, unique yet simplified program of these complex subjects at multi-dimensional levels. \nOur “Foundation Course in Sound Healing” integrates a variety of instruments and includes extensive practice sessions to build proficiency\, though continued personal practice is encouraged. You will be taught how to select and use the most appropriate instrument or mix of instruments for a client’s specific needs. This is Part 1 of Practitioners Program in Sound Healing and Gong Mastery. \nThese eternal sounds and tonicsonic work is brought to you by Sanj Hall\, a traveling gong yogi who has taken the divine order to spread the goodness of gongs and its teachings around the world. He extensively travels to Europe\, Middle East\, Asia and North America both in medical conferences\, music festivals\, as well in ashrams and monasteries in India\, Nepal Bhutan. \nEach day begins with yoga and yagna / homa for World Healing and Peace; and\, ends with the world-renowned Ganga Aarti on the holy banks of Ma Ganga in the lap of the sacred and majestic Himalayas followed by the spiritual Satsang with Pujya Sadhviji and / or Darshan with Pujya Swamiji when they are at the Ashram\, making it a truly immersive experience. \n 
URL:https://courses.parmarth.org/events/sound-healing-foundation-course/
LOCATION:Parmarth Niketan\, Parmarth Niketan\, P.O. Swargashram\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249304\, India
CATEGORIES:Yoga Courses
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
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SUMMARY:Vedantic Path to Self-Realisation - 1
DESCRIPTION:Vedantic Path to Self-Realisation – 1\nMay 11th – 17th\, 2026\nThis beautiful 1-week course delves deep into our Self to find the solution to all problems that the world presents to us and lay down a path to eternal happiness\, bliss and freedom from illusion\, miseries\, sufferings and death. This course on Tattva Bodha is an introduction into the study of Vedanta\, the practical path to self-realisation and liberation (moksha).  Tattva Bodha\, a basic work of Adi Shankaracharya ji\, literally means the knowledge of truth. This course will go through Tattva Bodha verse by verse\, helping us reflect on applying this wisdom practically into our lives and will include twice a day Yoga Asana classes\, meditation by the holy banks of Mother Ganga\, morning walks in addition to yagna\, the Ganga Aarti\, evening satsang to make it a beautiful immersive experience providing the teaching as well as the touch of this sacred wisdom. \nPlease note this program ends at 1 pm on the last day.  Do plan your departure from the Ashram accordingly preferably after lunch. \nDress Code:  Modest clothing in white that is not see-through which covers the upper arms\, cleavage and lower legs. \n 
URL:https://courses.parmarth.org/events/vedantic-path-to-self-realisation-1-7/
LOCATION:Parmarth Niketan\, Parmarth Niketan\, P.O. Swargashram\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249304\, India
CATEGORIES:Yoga Courses
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