Paramarth Niketen ,rishikesh

Parmarth Niketan is a true spiritual haven, lying on the holy banks of Mother Ganga in the lap of the lush Himalayas. It is the largest ashram in Rishikesh, providing its thousands of pilgrims who come from all corners of the Earth with a clean, pure and sacred atmosphere as well as abundant, beautiful gardens. With over 1,000 rooms, the facilities are a perfect blend of modern amenities and traditional, spiritual simplicity.

Location
Rishikesh - known as the "City of the Divine"- is a spiritual center to which sages, rishis, saints and pilgrims have flocked for millennia. The roads of the city are lined with bustling market places of ethnic arts and handicrafts, fresh produce markets, holy shrines and orange-robed sadhus. Then, the road narrows, the markets become more sparse and you come upon a foot bridge, suspended high over the sacred Ganga river. As you cross this bridge, the sun streaming through the sacred Himalayas to warm your being, you will feel as if you have truly come home.

Courses and Certifications Offered

Beginner Foundation Yoga - Max: 30

Instructors: Sadhvi Abha Saraswati (Mataji), Indu

Spring 2012: Sunday May 13th – Friday May 25th, 2012
Summer 2012: Sunday June 10th – Friday June 22nd, 2012
Summer 2012: Sunday August 12th – Friday August 24th, 2012

This 10-day Beginner Foundation Yoga program for individuals with no yoga experience includes prayers, pranayama, Surya / Chandra Namaskar, traditional hatha yoga basic asana, Vedic Chanting, Meditation, Karma Yoga and Bhakti Yoga,. Each day concludes with Ganga Havan and Aarti at sunset.

Beginner Intensive Yoga - Max: 20

Instructors: Sadhvi Abha Saraswati (Mataji), Indu

Summer 2012: Sunday July 1st – Saturday July 14th, 2012 [Guru Purnima]
Autumn 2012: Tuesday September 25th – Monday October 8th, 2012

This 2-week Beginner Intensive Yoga program for individuals with some yoga experience, includes prayers, pranayama, Surya / Chandra Namaskar, traditional hatha yoga basic asana, Yoga in the Bhagvad Gita, Paatanjali Yoga Sutras, Vedic Chanting, Meditation, Bhakti Yoga, Havan [Sacred Fire ceremony] and cultural aspects of Indian Festivals [whichever occurs during the course]. Each day concludes with Ganga Havan and Aarti at sunset.

Intensive Yoga - Max: 25

Instructors: Sadhvi Abha Saraswati (Mataji), Indu

Summer 2012: Sunday July 1st - Saturday July 28th, 2012 [Guru Purnima]
Autumn 2012: Tuesday September 25th - Monday October 22nd, 2012

This Intensive Yoga program includes prayers, pranayama, Surya / Chandra Namaskar, traditional hatha yoga basic asana, in-depth practice of yoga asana, continued study of Yoga in the Bhagvad Gita and Paatanjali Yoga Sutras, Vedic Chanting, Meditation, Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Havan [Sacred Fire ceremony] and cultural aspects of Indian Festivals [whichever occurs during the course]. Each day concludes with Ganga Havan and Aarti at sunset.

Pre-requisite:  1 year of regular yoga practice; and, a desire to live the principles of yoga.

Certificate of Attendance is issued upon completion.

Yoga Teacher Training - Max: 30

Instructors: Sadhvi Abha Saraswati (Mataji), Indu

Summer 2012: Sunday July 1st – Saturday Aug 4th, 2012 [Guru Purnima]
This Parmarth Yoga Program with Ayurveda is designed for yoga teachers-in-training and yoga teachers. This program includes prayers, Pranayama, Surya / Chandra Namaskar, traditional basic and in-depth practice of Hatha asana;Yoga in the Bhagavad-Gita, Paatanjali Yoga Sutras; Vedic Chanting, Meditation, Bhakti Yoga, teaching methodology and practical teaching, Havan [Sacred Fire ceremony] and cultural aspects of Indian Festivals [whichever occurs during the course]. Each day concludes with Ganga Havan and Aarti at sunset.

Pre-requisite for YTTC: 2 years of regular yoga practice; and, a desire to live and share / teach the principles of yoga.

Certificate of Attendance is issued upon completion.

Yoga Teacher Training with Ayurveda

Instructors: Sadhvi Abha Saraswati (Mataji), Indu,Jenny Ayurvedacharyas Avinash & Bharati Lele

Autumn 2012: Tuesday September 25th – Monday October 29th, 2012

This Parmarth Yoga Program with Ayurveda is designed for yoga teachers-in-training and yoga teachers. This program includes prayers, Pranayama, Surya / Chandra Namaskar, traditional basic and in-depth practice of Hatha asana; Ayurveda with the focus on Guna-doshas (body types), Anatomy and physiology; relationship between asana and ayurveda, yogic diet for body types, home remedies, seasonal and daily routines, Yoga in the Bhagavad-Gita, Paatanjali Yoga Sutras; Vedic Chanting, Meditation, Bhakti Yoga, teaching methodology and practical teaching, Havan [Sacred Fire ceremony] and cultural aspects of Indian Festivals [whichever occurs during the course]. Each day concludes with Ganga Havan and Aarti at sunset.

Pre-requisite for YTTC: 2 years of regular yoga practice; and, a desire to live and share / teach the principles of yoga.

Certificate of Attendance is issued upon completion.

Kriya Yoga & Meditation - Max: 25

Instructors: Sadhvi Abha Saraswati (Mataji), Indu

Autumn 2012: Sunday November 11th – Friday November 23rd, 2012

Each day of this Kriya Yoga program begins with the 20 main Kriya Yoga practices for pratyahara, dharana, dhyana [control of the senses, concentration and meditation]; and, includes prayers, pranayama, traditional hatha yoga asana, Yoga in the Bhagavad Gita / Vedic Philosophy & Vedic Chanting. Each day concludes with Ganga Havan and Aarti at sunset and meditation / Yoga Nidra after dinner

Pre-requisite: Must be able to sit in meditation for 2 hours; and a desire to live the principles of yoga

Yoga in the Bhagavad Gita & Yoga Sutras of Patanjali - Max: 25

Instructor: Sadhvi Abha Saraswati (Mataji), Indu

Winter 2012: Sunday December 16th – Friday December 28th, 2012

This 10-day program includes prayers, pranayama, traditional hatha yoga asana, Vedic chanting, and meditation with emphasis on yoga philosophy from the Bhagavad Gita and the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Each day concludes with Ganga Havan and Aarti at sunset and meditation / Yoga Nidra after dinner.

Important Information For Courses

• It is necessary to understand, read and write English to be able to participate in the yoga courses which are offered in English.
• Certificates for Intensive and YTTC will be issued only on completion of the entire course
• Attendance and punctuality are important factors for self discipline and to receive the certificate for certificate courses.
• Dress code to be maintained (white comfortable outfit covering full body: no cut sleeves and skimpy dresses, please.) during yoga classes, at meal times, in the Ashram grounds, and at parmarth ghat.
• Make sure to bring your receipt of full payments to the first class that begins early in the morning.
• No classes on Sundays and major Indian/Hindu Holidays