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SIVANANDAYOGAACADEMYPRACTICAL BHAKTIYOGA TRAININGFOR SIVANANDA YOGA TEACHERS16 SEPTEMBER 2022to 13 JUNE 2023Ashram de Yoga SivanandaLoire Valley, France

PRACTICALBHAKTI YOGA TRAININGFOR SIVANANDA YOGA TEACHERS16 SEPTEMBER 2022 to 13 JUNE 2023An in-depth study and practice course, combiningonline lectures and discussions, onsite retreats andpersonal guidance.Certification for 400 hours23

WHAT IS THE SIVANANDAYOGA ACADEMY?It will offer one-year training courses(from September to June) to deepen theknowledge of one of the classical pathsIn 1948 Swami Sivananda founded the “Yoga Vedanta Forest Academy”of Yoga:in order to spread the knowledge of Yoga throughout society. He shares Vedanta (Jnana Yoga)his vision in his autobiography: Raja Yoga“To disseminate the knowledge of Yoga Bhakti YogaTo teach the Yoga of SynthesisLectures will be online, except for threeTo instil faith and devotion in peopleretreats which will take place at theTo work for the spiritual uplift of mankindAshram de Yoga Sivananda, Loire Valley,To bring peace and happiness to every home,France. The training courses will betaught by European Acharyas andI established the Divine Life Mission andfounded the Yoga Vedanta Forest Academy.Swamis. The training will combine the”study of scriptures with a yogic lifestyle through the practice of asanas,pranayama, meditation and mantraSwami Vishnudevananda carried thework of the Yoga Vedanta Forestchanting.Academy beyond India and made plansTHE NEXT TRAINING COURSE WILL START THIS YEAR:to establish a Yoga University in the West.Practical Bhakti Yoga Training from 16 September 2022 to 13 June 2023The diploma of the Sivananda YogaTeachers’ Training Course (establishedin 1969) with about 1000 graduates peryear is issued in the name of the YogaVedanta Forest Academy.The European Sivananda Yoga Centreswish to continue this vision througha new structure, the Sivananda YogaAcademy, as an extension of the YogaVedanta Forest Academy.Left: 1950s – Swami Sivananda and SwamiVishnudevananda at the Yoga VedantaForest Academy, Rishikesh, India.4Swami Durgananda, Yoga AcharyaSwami Sivadasananda, Yoga AcharyaSwami Kailasananda, Yoga Acharya5

WHY DO THE PRACTICALBHAKTI YOGA TRAININGAT THE SIVANANDAYOGA ACADEMY?COURSE STRUCTUREONSITE RETREATSHIGHLIGHT DURING THE FINAL RETREAT Weekly online lectures every Thursdayfrom 6pm to 7.45pm CET. These lecturesof 90 minutes will be taught live by theYou have completed the Teachers’European Yoga Acharyas and recordingsTraining Course, maybe the Advancedwill be made available to all participants.Teachers’ Training Course, and wantEach lecture will end with a 15 minuteto go further in the practical applicationof these teachings in your life?session for questions and answers. Every three weeks there will be onlineHere are some reasons for doing thediscussions of 60 minutes as a forumPractical Bhakti Yoga Training:for group interaction of all participants. To study classical texts and practice Bi-monthly meetings of 45 minutes 16 – 18 September 2022:tools of Bhakti Yoga, guided by thewith a personal mentor to answerArrival: 3pm, Friday 16 Sept.European Acharyas and Swamis.questions regarding your yoga practice.Departure: 2pm, Sunday 18 Sept. To give a new impetus to your sadhana Unlimited access to all online asanaby committing to a long training.classes in English and French and all To combine this training with youronline satsangs for the duration ofprofessional activities or otherresponsibilities. To recharge in the spiritual atmosphereof the Ashram during 3 residential stays. To connect with other students on thethe programme.Online participation possible(no price reduction). 10 – 17 February 2023:Bhakti Yoga AcharyaArrival: 3pm, Friday 10 FebruaryVrindavan, North India(accommodation in shared rooms isDeparture: 2pm, Friday 17 Februaryalready included in the tuition fee).We strongly recommend onsiteparticipation.The noon lectures and morningguide you in your studies and practice.direction to your life. To actively take part in the advent of aA seven-day evening programme.With live music: harmonium, vocals,bamboo flute and tablas.Asana classes will be shared online.and your Yoga teaching. To challenge yourself and give a newSri VenugopalGoswami,Half-term Retreatdiscussions. To have a personal mentor who willHonoured guest:de Yoga Sivananda, Loire Valley, France. Three onsite retreats at the Ashramtraining course through regular online To bring a new depth to your practiceJUNE 6 TO 12, 2023Introductory Weekend 5 – 13 June 2023:Final Retreat and GraduationArrival: 3pm, Monday 5 JuneReadings and discourse from the classical BhaktiYoga scripture Srimad Bhagavatam on the journeyto the meaning of life. The storytelling, poetry, musicand philosophy uplift the heart and the mind.Departure: 2pm, Tuesday 13 JuneOnsite participation is mandatory.more harmonious and peaceful world.67

Bhakti Yoga Mythology Murtis (statues and images) and theirsignificance. Vedic and Puranic Gods and theirsymbolism. Yogic symbols and rituals and theirmeaning. Yantras (Mandalas) – understandingtheir power and purpose.Bhakti Scriptures Narada Bhakti SutrasThe great standard work on BhaktiYoga in the form of aphorisms,attributed to Sage Narada. It teachesus that by attaining pure, unconditionalSTUDY TOPICSFundamental principlesof Bhakti Yoga Importance of Bhakti Yoga. History of Bhakti Yoga. The nine modes of Bhakti. The five Bhavas (devotional attitudes)of Bhaktas.Mantras and Kirtans Mantras, understanding their powerand purpose. The philosophy of nama-rupa (nameand form). Kirtan, understanding its power andpurpose.love, we can overcome all suffering andexperience everlasting peace and joy. Mahabharata“The great epic produces a moralawakening in the readers and exhortsthem to tread the path of Satya (truth)and Dharma (righteousness).”– Swami Sivananda RamayanaThe ancient epic on Lord Rama whosepurpose is to show the path ofrighteousness to all beings. It teachesus the transformation from human intodivine by living life to its full potential. Srimad BhagavatamThis unique scripture on love anddevotion has as main purpose topromote Bhakti and to open the heartand fill it with joy. It contains the storiesof the Avataras (manifestations) of Lord89

STUDY TOPICS continuedTEACHERSVishnu including the delightful Lila The weekly lectures will be taught(Divine Play) of Sri Krishna.by the European Yoga Acharyas Siva Puranaand senior Swamis.Lord Siva is considered to be the Lordof Yoga, always practising austeritiesand deep meditation and enjoying the Senior Swamis and experiencedbliss of samadhi (superconscious state).teachers of the Sivananda YogaThis scripture also includes stories onVedanta Centres will teach theSiva’s son Ganesha and his consortonsite retreats and asana classesDurga. Devi MahatmyaThis scripture is all about the DivineMother of the universe, the supremeGoddess in her various forms as Durga,Lakshmi, and Sarasvati. She is Shakti,the primordial energy who gives andmaintains life and helps us to overcomeour lower nature by killing variousdemons, representing our negativethoughts and habits.PRACTICAL WORKSHOPSSPIRITUAL DIARY Mantra workshops – practice chantingWe recommend that you keep a spiritualvarious mantras for different occasions.diary for the duration of the programme Kirtan workshops – develop and fineand review it with your mentor for furthertune your skills in chanting the Kirtansguidance. The template for the spiritualof the Sivananda tradition.diary will be provided. How to set up a home altar How to do Arati Puja workshops – learn how to doa simple Puja at home. Prasad workshops – learn how toprepare sweet offerings to the Divine.1011

GENERAL INFORMATIONLanguage OptionsEnglish and French.Tuition feeIncluding meals and accommodationduring the onsite retreats.No discount if an onsite retreat is takenonline.Shared room:3400 Double room:4088 Single room:4256 Single room with bathroom: 4400 Prerequisite TTC diploma of the Sivananda YogaTeachers’ Training Course. Interview with one of the Academydirectors after the online applicationhas been reviewed.CertificationContact Final exam in the form of a writtenSwami Bhagavatanandaor Sharada Devi:academy@sivananda.netessay of 4 pages (free choice betweena variety of topics). The month of Maywill be kept lecture-free to allow timefor the writing of the essay. Diploma title: “Bhaktivid”, certified forOnline application formsivanandaorleans.org400 hours.1213

REQUIRED BOOKS Bliss Divine by Swami Sivananda. Sivananda Yoga Kirtan book. Sivananda book of Meditation. Meditation and Mantrasby Swami Vishnudevananda. Narada Bhakti Sutras, any edition.HOW TO PREPARE FORTHE COURSE? Join one of our free online presentationsPRACTICAL INFORMATIONTerm breaksDuring term breaks, there will be noof the Sivananda Yoga Academy.lectures, online discussions and personalCheck our webpage or subscribe tomentoring. The free unlimited access toour newsletter to obtain informationasana classes and online satsangs remainson the upcoming dates and connectionvalid.links.Optional further reading: In Indian culture: why do we?By Swami Vimalananda.to download it for free before the start Encyclopaedia of Hindu Godsand GoddessesBy Suresh Chandra.a working camera. For asana classes, Devi Mahatmya.slightly from above and such that youAttendancecan still be seen while standing.Besides the participation in the lectures Active knowledge of the teachingsand online discussions, we recommend Mahabharata by Kamala Subramaniam. Ramayana by Kamala Subramaniam.of the course. Your device needsposition your device’s camera in such Winter break:19 December 2022 – 17 January 2023 Writing of the final essay:1 – 28 May 2023(personal mentoring available) Srimad Bhagavatamby Kamala Subramaniam.of the TTC about the 4 paths of Yoga,Mantras and Kirtans is required.or regular participation in our online Sri Shiva Lila by Vanamali.Therefore, please review the respectiveasana classes as well as attending twochapters in your TTC manual:satsangs per week, or more, if your Sri Rama Lila by Vanamali. Sri Devi Lila by Vanamali.schedule allows.Chapter 2, lesson 6:The four paths of Yoga.Rules for online lecturesand SatsangsChapter 3, Meditation Activate your device’s camera so thatChapter 8, lessons 1 to 4:Introduction to Kirtan, Daily Chants,Dhyana Slokas, Om Tryambakamand Arati. Yoga mat (available in the Yogaboutique upon arrival). Meditation cushion (available in theYoga boutique upon arrival). Meditation shawl or blanket (availablein the Yoga boutique upon arrival).in the Yoga boutique upon arrival). Pen and notebook. Water bottle and travel mug or tumbler(for hot tea). Slip-on sandals or slippers. Both comfortable and warm clothesa way that your asana mat is visiblea daily practice of asanas and pranayama Sri Krishna Lila by Vanamali. Towel. Japa mala (prayer beads) (availableFor all online teachings, the programme“Zoom” will be used, so it is advisableWhat to bringwhich cover shoulders and knees. Rain gear. Walking shoes for relaxed nature walks. Personal toiletries. Ear plugs (the ashram is a sharedenvironment). Alarm clock. Flashlight. TTC manual. TTC uniform . Laptop (recommended).you can be seen. Wear your TTC uniform or a yellowt-shirt/sweater and white trousers. Do not lie down, walk around or eatduring lectures and satsangs.Ashram de Yoga Sivananda26 Impasse du Bignon45170 Neuville-aux-Bois, Loire Valley, Francephone: 33 (0)2 38 91 88 82academy@sivananda.netsivanandaorleans.org1415

SIVANANDAAshram de Yoga SivanandaLoire Valley, FranceYOGAACADEMY

The diploma of the Sivananda Yoga Teachers' Training Course (established in 1969) with about 1000 graduates per year is issued in the name of the Yoga Vedanta Forest Academy. The European Sivananda Yoga Centres wish to continue this vision through a new structure, the Sivananda Yoga Academy, as an extension of the Yoga Vedanta Forest Academy.