Our retreat Centre ‘Sree Sankara Tapovanam International Yoga Training Centre’ is nestled in a nature sanctuary nurtured by the blessings of Lord Rama- Lakshmana from famous Vilwadrinatha Temple. Nothing is more captivating than enjoying a stroll around the Tapovanam which stand tall from the foresights of great saints like Swarg. Swami Sivananda and Swarg. Swami Nirmalanda Giri Maharaj. On the abode of Punarjeni hills, enlightened by the fresh air and cool breeze from the Tapovana lake embrace Nature inspired yoga presented to you by Athreya Research Foundation. Our yoga retreat is an ideal program designed to recharge your energy and rejuvenate your body and mind to leave you feel inspired, refreshed, centred and peaceful.
Highlights
- Fresh hustle free atmosphere to get the ultimate connection of mind and body .
- Right place for beginners to start practicing Yoga and meditation.
- Perfect vibe for veteran yoga practitioners to extend and fine tune their knowledge.
- Training and talks from renowned Yoga guru Bhamashree Kaithapram Vasudevan Nampoothiri.
- Classes by renowned Acharyas and gurus
- Peaceful environment away from the hustles and chaos of urban living will give our place a unique standing.
- Trekking Punarjani hills, various meditation spots and mundapas, cottages/ rooms facing the beauty of lake and evergreen trees, nature interwoven abode with the peacock, hornbills and many other birds.
- Daily practice of ‘Karma Yoga’ for an hour to give you utmost mental satisfaction from the selfless service.
Yoga/Asanas
Pranayama / Meditation
Yoga Guru Talks
Trekking
Stay in the midst of nature
Organic balanced diet
Schedule/Program
| OPENING DAY- 26 th December’2017 | |
| 2:30 pm onwards : | Registration and check in |
| 5:30-6:00 pm | Opeining Ceremony |
| 6:00 – 07:00 pm | DINNER |
| 7.00-8.00 p.m | General Introduction and instructions |
| Day 1to 4 : 27 th to 30 th December’2017 | |
| 5:00 am | Wake up call |
| 5:30 am. | Hot Ayurvedic drink |
| 06:00 am -07.30 am | Satsang , Meditation and Mantra Chanting |
| 07:30am | Tea Break |
| 8:00am–09:30am | Asanas |
| 10:00 am – 11:00 am | BRUNCH |
| 11:00 am – 12:00 noon | Karma yoga |
| 12:00 noon – 1.30 pm | Lecture classes by renowned scholars |
| 1:30pm – 1:45 pm | Tea Break |
| 1:45 pm-3:00 pm | Talks by Yoga gurus |
| 3:00pm- 4:00pm | Free Time |
| 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm | Asanas |
| 6:00 pm- 7:00pm | DINNER |
| 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm | Satsang |
| 8:30- 9:00 pm | Open forum |
| 9:15 pm | Closure of day’s program |
| Day 5- 31 st December’2017 | |
| 5:00 am | Wake up call |
| 5:30 am. | Hot Ayurvedic drink |
| 06:00 a.m. -07.30 am | Satsang , Meditation and Mantra Chanting |
| 07:30am | Tea Break |
| 8:00am–09:30am | Asanas |
| 10:00 am – 11:00 am | BRUNCH |
| 11:00 am | CLOSING CEREMONY |
Classes and training lead by:
- Renowned Yoga guru with more than 32 years of teaching experience
- Social Worker and Sanskrit Scholar.
UGC NET in Yoga, MA (English), MSc(Yoga), MEd. - Certified Yoga Teacher by AYUSH, Govt. of India
- Director of Pathanjali Yoga Training and Research Centre, Ernakulam
- Yoga Columnist in Malayalam Newspaper – Mathrubhumi.
- Yoga teacher in Malayalam TV channel – Janam TV.
- Author of 3 books on Yoga and 9 other books
- Editor of Yoga Paitrikam and Devahara
PROGRAM COMMITTEE
Advisor – Swami Thyaganandaji
Patron – Shri P. N. Chandran
Convener – Mr. Anup Chandran
Organising secretaries –
Dr. Anju T R, Director, Centre for Advanced Research, Athreya Research Foundation
Dr. Anima Ashok, Chief consultant Physician, Athreyam ayurvedic Hospital, Thiruvilwamala
Organising Chair – Brahmashree Kaithappram Vasudevan Namboothiri
Registration details
REGISTRATION FEES:
INR 5,500/- * per head for the 5 day camp including registration, food and accommodation.
*Special Inaugural Offer @ 50% Discount.
THE REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
- All yoga training sessions and classes under dedicated teachers
- Vegetarian healthy food
- Accommodation (on share basis)
- Id badge
- Entry pass to all special events
- Trekking to Punerjani hills
Mode of Registration
PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR REGISTRATION:
Bank transfer , DD/ Cheque:
Account details:
Account No: 67160700319, Account holder: Athreya Research Foundation ,Bank: SBI Branch,Thiruvilwamala, IFSC Code: SBIN0070294
For sending DD/ cheque address is: Athreyam Hospital and Research Centre, Pampadi West, Thiruvilwamala, Thrissur, PIN: 680588
Cash payment:
At cash counter of Athreyam Hospital and Research Centre, Thiruvilwamala or Athreyam, NAD P.O. , Nochima, Aluva.
Refunds of the registration fee: Applicants has to inform at least 5 days before the event for refund. Only 50% of the amount will be refunded.
All participants are requested to give the e- mail ids and mobile number.
For Booking Details: 09446002071.
General enquiry: 09947043791
INFORMATION SHEET
ARRIVAL
The Retreat starts on Tuesday 26th December 2017, and you can arrive anytime after 2:30 pm. The retreat program commences at 5:30 pm with our opening ceremony. Evening tea and dinner will be arranged on the date of arrival.
DEPARTURE
The retreat ends at 11 am on 31st December 2017. The retreat program concludes with the closing ceremony.
LOCATION
CONTACT NUMBERS
For Booking Details: 09446002071.
General enquiry: 09947043791
MEALS
Brunch : 10:00 am (wholesome delicious, vegetarian meal)
Dinner : 6:00 pm (vegetarian meals)
Special Ayurvedic drink : 5:30 am
ACCOMMODATION
Shared accommodation (3 or 4 persons / room) separately for men and women will be provided.
* Family accommodation in one room will be considered, if required, based on availability and first come first served basis.
WHAT TO BRING
- Casual clothing/ Yoga gear; Mandatory Dress code is golden yellow top and white pyjamas (will be available for purchase at the retreat centre)
- Yoga mat (will be available for purchase at the retreat centre)
- Bath towel
- Toiletries
- Blankets
- Slippers
- Personal items etc.
- Participants can bring additional Yoga equipments like bolsters, straps, eye pillow and blanket if you wish so. But it is not mandatory for our classes.
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
- All meals as specified
- Accommodation
- All sessions under dedicated teachers
- Id badge
- Entry pass to all special events
- Trekking to Punerjani hills
- Access to the meditation mandapas at lower and upper Tapovanam, Sri Vinayaka shrine at Tapovanam and Tapovanam kavu
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PARTICIPANTS
- Please note that attendance for all Yoga classes and Satsangs is mandatory.
- Special events organized will be informed to all participants.