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C O N TE N TS
Health is wealth,
Peace of mind is happiness,
Yoga shows the way.
Swami Vishnudevananda
Introduction
The Yoga Masters
Sivananda Yoga Centres worldwide
Welcome to the Yoga Retreat House
The yoga of synthesis, 7Practice, 8 The daily schedule, 8

Practical information, 12 Arrival & departure, 13 Leisure activities,14
The Yoga Vacation Programmes
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Asanas, 16Ayurveda, 18 Health & Nutrition, 19

Yoga & Relaxation, 19 Yoga and Meditation, 21
Yoga and Spiritual Topics, 22
Guest Speakers and Holidays
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Guest speakers, 2339 Easter Yoga Retreat, 24 May Retreat, 26

Special Whitsun Programme, 28 Yoga Summer Days, 36
September Retreat, 38 All Saints' Yoga Weekend, 39
Yoga at Christmas & New Year, 39
Tap the Source

Dear friends of Yoga
Yoga is one of the most important spiritual and healing traditions in the
world. It teaches regular and consistent practice of asanas, pranayama,
mantras, meditation, service, devotion and self-knowledge.
Yoga addresses principles of human behaviour and right lifestyle. These
include the right use of the senses, the emotions and the mind. Thus it is
relevant to everyone and to the deeper aspect of human culture.
Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnudevananda developed a practical teaching system to share this knowledge with all audiences and all
levels of society.
The crisis we have in civilisation today is not simply an ecological and
political crisis; it is a crisis of consciousness. Yoga can help to act with
compassion and awareness, to bring greater unity and harmony to ourselves and to humanity.
Certificate Courses
We look forward to seeing you!

Sivananda Yoga Retreat House
Yoga Accessories
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2015 Calendar
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Registration & Rates
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The Yogic Way of Cooking, 41 Yoga & Stress Management, 41

Diet and Health, 42 Health for Meditation, 43 Yoga and Trauma, 44
Nonviolent Communication Practice Days, 45 Yoga and Healing Herbs, 45
Accessible Yoga, 46 How Yoga Works The Scientific Perspective, 47
Healthy Cooking with Ayurveda, 48 Yoga of Sleep, 49
Healing Spaces, 49 Yoga & Psychology, 50 Yoga of the Heart, 50
Yoga Teachers Training Courses
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Advanced Yoga Teachers Training Courses, 54 Sadhana Intensive, 56

International Courses in Rudraprayag, Himalayas, North India, 57
India Pilgrimage, 59 Further Training for Yoga Teachers, 60
The Staff of the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House 65
The Yoga Masters

Swami Sivananda
(1887 1963)
A great sage and yogi of modern India and the inspiration behind the international Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres. Swami Sivananda served many
years as a physician before renouncing worldly life. He lived for more than
30 years as a renunciant in Rishikesh, located on the banks of the Ganges
in the foothills of the Himalayas. There he established the Divine Life Society
and trained an entire generation of recognised yoga masters. He wrote more
than 200 books and his teachings continue to inspire people around the
world.
(1927 1993)
A world-renowned authority on yoga. He was sent by his teacher Swami
Sivananda to the West, where he founded the international Sivananda Yoga
Vedanta Centres in 1957. He was an untiring activist for world peace, a
highly regarded master of Hatha and Raja Yoga, and author of the classic
textbooks The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga and Meditation and
Mantras.
International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres ( ) and Ashrams ( ) worldwide
Grass Valley
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Toronto
Chicago
Val Morin
London
Hamburg
Berlin
Vilnius
Munich
Vienna
Reith, Kitzbhel, Tyrol
Paris
Orlans
Montreal
Woodbourne New York Madrid
Geneva
Rome
Nassau
Tel Aviv
Uttarkashi
Tokyo
New Delhi
Chennai
Ho Chi Minh City
Neyyar Dam
Thiruvananthapuram Madurai Ashram
Madurai Centre
Porto Alegre
Montevideo
Neuquen
Buenos Aires
www.sivananda.org www.sivananda.eu
Byron Bay
Welcome to the
Yoga Retreat House
provided the impetus to
establish a spiritual oasis
in the Alps as early as the
1970s. The Sivananda Yoga
Vedanta Retreat House was
founded in 1998 in a wide
valley of the Kitzbhel
Mountains surrounded by
fresh air, pure water, green
meadows, the sound of cow
bells, quiet woods, medicinal
plants along scenic footpaths, sparkling brooks and
pristine lakes.
THE UNIVERSAL SCIENCE OF YOGA has been practised

for thousands of years in India, where people have retreated to
the peace of the Himalayas for yoga and meditation. Today many
people all over the world appreciate yoga as a very open and hol
istic system, which provides a positive philosophy for everyday
life. At the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House, people from around
the world have been finding their way back to a holistic lifestyle
in harmony with nature, benefitting from increased resistance
to stress, greater lung capacity, weight loss, regeneration and im
proved functioning of all body systems.
Today in the West there is no doubt about the healing and preventive benefits of yoga. Yoga gently brings body and mind into
harmony with the laws of nature and illuminates the search for
a deeper meaning in life. Everyone can practise yoga, no matter
their age, culture or religion.
Experience for yourself the benefits of a physical, mental and
spiritual regeneration, and discover how it feels to be a healthier
and more relaxed you. You can visit on your own, with a friend or
bring the entire family. Everybody in our team is dedicated to the
practice of y oga, and we are looking forward to being of service
to you during your stay.
The yoga of synthesis

Swami Vishnudevananda taught a synthesis of
the classical four paths of yoga in five simple
principles:
Yoga recommends the following four

practices to equally develop body, mind
and spirit:
KARM A YO G A
Acting selflessly, without thought of
personal gain or reward, purifies the
heart and sublimates the ego.
BHAKTI YO G A
The yoga of devotion appeals to the
emotional nature. Through prayer,
worship and ritual, the awareness
is focussed on the Divine as an
embodiment of love.
JN AN A YO G A
Vedanta philosophy explains how to
realize the union with the unchang
ing Reality of the Soul. The delusion
of diversity and all apparent contradictions disappears in the Light of
Reality.
RAJA YO G A/HAT HA YOGA

Asanas (yoga postures) and Prana
yama (breathing exercises) of Hatha
Yoga play a major role in the physical and mental control of yoga.
In Raja Yoga the main practice is
silent meditation. This brings about
physical and mental balance.
Proper Exercise (Asanas) enhances the flexibility

of the joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments and
stimulates circulation. Flexibility and strength of the
spine keep the body youthful.
Proper Breathing (Pranayama) connects the body

to its battery, the solar plexus, which is an enormous
storehouse of energy. Stress and depression can
be overcome by breathing more deeply and with
increased awareness.
Proper Relaxation (Savasana) If the body and mind

are subjected to constant overload, their performance suffers. Yoga relaxation techniques not only
help to relieve existing stress symptoms (like muscle
tension and breathlessness) but also help develop
resistance against external stress factors.
Proper Diet (Vegetarian) is healthy, natural and

simple to prepare. It is digestible and easy for the
body to absorb. It consists in proper food choices
which have the most positive effect on body and
mind, at the same time causing the least harm to
other living beings and the environment.
Positive Thinking & Meditation (Vedanta and

Dhyana) are the keys to peace of mind. By con
trolling the mind, we can eliminate negative thought
patterns and experience inner peace.
R E T R E AT H O U S E
www.sivananda.org/tyrol
Practice
Enjoy the delicious vegetarian meals with friendly guests from around
the world. Later, there is time for the sauna, a massage, a walk along
one of the hiking trails, or just sitting back and reading a book on the
sunny terrace. Maybe you would like to help out a little in the Retreat
House, or perhaps talk with one of the senior yoga instructors. Complete
your day with some herbal tea before bedtime, or take a short walk on
the Retreat House hilltop before retiring to bed.
The Daily Schedule at the Retreat House

5:30 am Wake-up call
6:00 7:30 am
Morning meditation, mantra chanting, lecture
8:00 9:30 am Asanas and Pranayama

10:00 am Vegetarian brunch
11:00 am
Karma yoga (selfless service)
12:00 4:00 pm Workshop, lecture or free time

4:00 5:30 pm
Asanas and Pranayama
6:00 pm Vegetarian dinner

7:30 9:00 pm
Evening meditation, mantra chanting, lecture
Programmes are subject to change or cancellation.

The Retreat House is a vegetarian, non-smoking and alcohol-free
environment. To gain the greatest benefit from your yoga stay it is
necessary to participate in all activities. Participation in the afternoon
lecture/workshop is optional.
An ounce of practice is better than a ton

of theory.
Swami Sivananda
Yoga classes
The morning and afternoon yoga asana classes
consist of breathing exercises, Sun Salutation,
basic postures, variations and deep relaxation
under the guidance of an experienced instructor.
Individual corrections and detailed instructions
allow participants to perform the exercises safely
and in a relaxed manner, enhancing flexibility
and mobility.
Newcomers and rusty students are encour
aged to practise simple variations of the basic
poses. Special guidance is available for those
with back problems or other health conditions
such as general exhaustion. Advanced participants are encouraged to try classical variations
and hold the poses longer.
Weather permitting, the yoga classes are held
outside under large sun shades on our beautiful cedar platform, which affords a spectacular
view of the Wild Kaiser mountain range.
New to yoga?
First-time visitors to the Sivananda Yoga Retreat
House are given an introduction to the basic
principles of the yoga practice, meditation, the
philosophical aspects of yoga and the yoga
vacation schedule.
Meditation
The morning and evening meditation sessions
are the most peaceful hours at the Retreat
House. The practical guidance for positive
thinking and mental relaxation combined with
concentration exercises gradually lead to inner
peace. The chanting of Sanskrit mantras (heal
ing and energising sound sequences) deepens
the experience of peace. A reading from yoga
texts gives inspiring insights into yoga philosophy and psychology.
Silent walks
The guided silent walks at the Retreat House
offer moments to treasure the gentle rising

and setting of the sun, the various phases of
the moon, the hidden beauties of the valley,
the panoramic view of the Wild Kaiser and
Hohe Tauern mountains, the songs of many
bird species, the variety of trees, bushes and
medicinal plants along the footpath. The
breath deepens, body and mind relax, the
flexibility of the joints increases, the senses
regenerate and expand and the mind
rediscovers natural contentment and peace.
The vegetarian diet
Light, nutritious and freshly prepared meals are
an integral part of the yoga vacation. The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres many years of experience in both East and West have gone into
the development of menus which provide a
more balanced nutrient intake, increased vitality and better digestion.
Meals are served buffet-style and are made from
fresh, organic ingredients using only pure oils.
During your stay you will enjoy a variety of
whole grains, carefully cooked vegetables, a nice
variety of side salads, expertly prepared pulses,
dairy products from the best organic dairy farms
in Tyrol, home-made bread, jams and stewed
fruits as well as imaginative desserts.
You can get individual advice on how to
choose the right food combinations for your
constitution.
Learn how to cook
In regular cooking workshops you can learn
vegetarian alternatives for promoting physical
and mental well-being: a variety of recipes for
busy people, energy-giving breakfast ideas and
light dinners.
Youll learn how to make healthy, fresh and
energising meals at home in no time. There is
no additional lecture or workshop on days with
a cooking class.
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A wide variety of programmes
Choose from a wide variety of programmes.
In workshops and special asana classes, you
will learn various exercise sequences that you
can easily practise at home. Lectures, PowerPoint presentations, recommended readings
and one-on-one talks help you to broaden your
knowledge of yoga.
Massage & sauna

Experienced certified masseuses offer classical
massage, foot reflexology, shiatsu and
lymphatic drainage. The Retreat House also offers relaxing full-body Ayurvedic oil massages
for women with an Ayurvedic massage therapist from South India. A physical and occupa
tional therapist from Berlin makes regular visits
to the Retreat House and provides supportive
physical therapy. You can book your treatments
on arrival. A Finnish and a low-temperature
sauna are available in Hotel Pointner.
Special guests & cultural programmes

Workshops and talks with renowned special
guests from around the world on topics of
health, science, philosophy and culture. International artists are regular visitors to the Retreat
Donate some time
House: for example, Eastern spiritual discourse The community feeling in the Retreat House is
accompanied by classical Indian music, South
based on voluntary service. All staff teach and
Indian dance, colourful temple ceremonies with work on a volunteer basis. You can also lend a
mantra recitation.
hand if you like. Volunteering creates a cheerful
See page 23.
atmosphere in which to meet other people and
develop a positive motivation for our actions.
Course language
English-speaking guests are welcome through
Internet
out the year. Yoga classes are taught in both
The Sivananda Yoga Retreat House offers free
English and German and all lectures in German
Wi-Fi access (from 10am to 4pm, and 6pm
are translated simultaneously into English via
to 7pm). Hotel Pointner offers free Wi-Fi from
wireless headphones.
1pm to 4pm in the hotel dining room. EnOur team of instructors
quire at the reception desk for Internet acOur team of yoga teachers have all graduated
cess in single and double rooms (own laptop
from the Sivananda Yoga Teachers Training
required).
Courses, guaranteeing an authentic experience.
All our instructors lead a yogic lifestyle and are
competent teachers and advisers.
Individual coaching
We offer 30-minute one-on-one sessions with an experienced senior instructor. Some personal advice and tips are often enough to bring about
substantial progress in both the group practice at the Retreat House and
your own practice at home.
Sun salutation Inverted poses Asanas in depth Breathing
Nutrition consultation Meditation coaching
30-minute coaching: 25
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Practical Information
What to bring
Please bring your yoga mat, cushion and blanket. You can buy these
in the yoga shop, or borrow them free of charge from the Retreat House
(deposit required). Also notebook, torch (flashlight) and walking shoes.
Please bring a hard case for your eyeglasses for safe storage during the
yoga classes.
Yoga shop
We will be happy to advise you in choosing the right yoga accessories to

meet your needs: cushion, yoga mat, meditation shawl or yoga clothing.
You will find a wide assortment of yoga books including standard works
on Hatha Yoga, health, yoga philosophy, meditation, Ayurveda and
vegetarian cooking. Also many spiritual classical music CDs.
Hotel Pointner
For many years the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House has worked closely
with Alexandra and Florian Pointner, the proprietors of the hotel across
from the Retreat House. The vegetarian menu plans of the Sivananda
Yoga Centres offer a wholesome and balanced nutrition. The entire hotel
has been certified by Austria-Bio-Garantie, Austrias leading inspection
body for organic businesses.
Arrival & departure, Reith near Kitzbhel, Tyrol, Austria

Airport shuttles will take you directly to the
Retreat House:
'Four Seasons' from Munich: 49 (one-way),
85 (roundtrip) per person: +43 512 584 157
or www.tirol-taxi.at
'Andis Taxi' from Salzburg: from 33
+43 5356 66 222 or www.andis-taxi.com
(min. 2 people)
'Taxi Mike' from Innsbruck: from 52
The closest train station is Bahnhof Kitzbhel +43 5356 66 130 or www.taxi-mike.at
from there it is just a 10-minute taxi ride to the (min. 2 people)
Retreat House. Andis Taxi offers a special price
for yoga guests: 12
You can reach Reith near Kitzbhel in Tyrol,
Austria, conveniently by car (Munich 125 km,
Vienna 375 km, Zurich 376 km, Innsbruck 90
km, Salzburg 80 km). For detailed directions,
please visit www.sivananda.org/tyrol
Driving in Austria on the A 93 requires a
vignette (toll sticker) from the border town
Kiefersfelden onwards.
It was awarded the European eco-label as well as Austrias gastronomic

accolade Grne Haube for whole-grain and natural cuisine. The Pointners have been running their farm according to organic and ecological
guidelines since 1995. Various fruits, vegetables and herbs are freshly
prepared in the hotels kitchen.
All guest rooms have wooden floors, health mattresses, shower, toilet,
hair dryer and telephone. Most rooms have a balcony. The hotel uses
green electricity, pellet heating and a solar-powered hot water system.
Helpful information
The Retreat House is a vegetarian, non-smoking
and alcohol-free environment. Drugs are not
permitted. Silence should be observed between
10 pm and 8 am to allow for sound sleep. Each
person is responsible for their own possessions
and valuables; there is no possibility of deposit
ing things in a safe.
All guest speakers confirmed the dates of their
programmes before this brochure went to

print. Cancellations with or without notice may
nevertheless occur which are out of the Retreat
House's control.
The Retreat House is not liable for cancellations or programme changes. Please check for
updated information on sivananda.org/tyrol or
call before registration: +43 5356 67 404
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Schwarzsee (about 3 km away):

The beautiful Kitzbhel Schwarzsee lake is a
protected landmark and popular destination
for swimmers: The idyllic lake (15 hectares
large and 7 metres deep) is one of the warmest
lakes in the Austrian Alps. Rich in moorland
vegetation, its water is said to have strong
healing powers. You can row across the lake
and enjoy the splendid view. From here, there is
an easy hike through rolling hills to Haselsberg,
Vogelsberg and Giering ponds.
Regional speciality: Healing mud treatment:
Herbal mud treatments in Badezentrum
Aquarena in Kitzbhel.
www.bergbahn-kitzbuehel.at
Hiking in the Kitzbhel Alps:
The Kitzbhel region is top among sports
enthusiasts year round and is a veritable
paradise for hikers in the summertime. With
500 kilometres of marked trails, youll surely
find your favourite hike. Its a great way to get
an impression of the country and its people.
www.kitzbuehel.com
Krimml Waterfalls (about 50 km away):
The 380 m Krimml Waterfalls are the highest in
Europe. The 4 km trail to the waterfalls offers
many scenic views of the falls.
www.wasserfaelle-krimml.at
Innsbruck the alpine capital
(about 100 km away): The treasure chest of the
Alps. Twice host to the Olympic Winter Games
(1964 and 1976), the 800-year-old city has a
rich cultural history and many art treasures. It
is famous for its 'Golden Roof', 'Black Knights',
Hofburg castle and Ambras Castle. Innsbruck
is surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery,
making the city a very special place.
www.innsbruck.at
Swarovski Crystal Worlds (77 km away):

The Swarovski Crystal Worlds was opened in
1995 by Andr Heller on the celebration of the
100th anniversary of the Swarovski firm.
www.kristallwelten.swarovski.com
Salzburg sights (about 80 km away):
A cosmopolitan city in miniature, Salzburg has
an air of playful buoyancy that makes it one
of a kind. A fortress, a cathedral and church
towers dominate the skyline of this charming
baroque city at the northern limits of the
Alps. It is so charming that it has long been
recognised as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Its landmarks are some of the best known and
beautiful in the world.
www.salzburg.info
Groglockner (about 70 km away):
The Grossglockner High Alpine Road has drawn
50 million visitors to its incomparable vistas
since 1935. This most famous alpine road ends
at the jewel of the Hohe Tauern National Park
Austrias highest mountain and largest glacier:
the Grossglockner (3,798 m) and the Pasterze.
www.grossglockner.at
Cross country & downhill skiing:
The Kitzbhel ski region, with its 170 km of
slopes and 33 km of ski trails, is undoubtedly
one of the most popular ski resorts in the world.
In addition to the 'Streif' the most daunting
ski-run in the world the gentle grass-covered
Kitzbhel mountains offer ample room for skiing. Over 500 km of ideally prepared trails are
ready for traditional cross-country skiers and
skating fans. The beginners ski lift in Reith and
all cross-country ski trails are free of charge.
www.kitzbuehel.com
Give space to your yoga practice

for a chronological listing of
the yoga vacation programmes
please look up the Calendar
section beginning on page 68.
Daily schedule on page 8.
Unless stated otherwise, the
vacation programmes begin
at 4pm on the arrival day and
end at the latest by 4pm on the
day of departure. For rates, see
page 83.
On top of the Hahnenkamm, 25 minutes by

car and gondola from the Retreat House
Leisure activities
The Yoga Vacation Programmes
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Asanas
Daily rate for yoga including accommodation:

dormitory 80 , shared room: 85 , double room: 100 ,
single room: 112 , reduction from 7 nights see p. 83
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Mon, 31. 8 Fri, 4. 9
and cardiovascular systems: from deep relaxation to resistance training
Mon, 12. 10 Fri, 16. 10 by holding the asana postures. The yogic breathing exercises help you to
Mon, 16. 11 Fri, 20. 11 increase your vital energy. Yogic techniques for organ cleansing (Kriyas)
make it easier to detox the body. Guidance in dietary questions.
D AT E S
Fri, 30. 1 Sun, 1. 2
Fri, 27. 2 Sun, 1. 3
Fri, 13. 3 Sun, 15. 3
Fri, 3. 4 Mon, 6. 4
Fri, 22. 5 Mon, 25. 5
Fri, 3. 7 Sun, 5. 7
Fri, 7. 8 Sun, 9. 8
Fri, 4. 9 Sun, 6. 9
Fri, 2. 10 Sun, 4. 10
Fri, 6. 11 Sun, 8. 11
Fri, 4. 12 Sun, 6. 12
Sivananda Beginners Guide to Yoga

The proven basic guide from the Sivananda Yoga Centres.
Theory: Basic principles of yoga for integral health Overcoming stress
Step-by-step relaxation
Practice: Abdominal breathing, deep breathing and Pranayama Better
flexibility through the Sun Salutation Basic postures with preliminary
exercises and deep relaxation Introduction to concentration and
meditation
Recommended reading: Sivananda Beginners Guide to Yoga
Yoga@Home
Fri, 16. 1 Sun, 18. 1
Fri, 6. 3 Sun, 8. 3
Fri, 26. 6 Sun, 28. 6
Fri, 10. 7 Sun, 12. 7
Fri, 14. 8 Sun, 16. 8
Fri, 11. 9 Sun, 13. 9
Fri, 23. 10 Sun, 25. 10
Fri, 13. 11 Sun, 15. 11
The Yoga Workshop Series

Mon, 12. 1 Fri, 16. 1
Mon, 23. 2 Fri, 27. 2
Mon, 1. 6 Fri, 5. 6
Mon, 6. 7 Fri, 10. 7
Mon, 24. 8 Fri, 28. 8
Mon, 2. 11 Fri, 6. 11
Mon, 14. 12 Fri, 18. 12
Mon, 26. 1 Fri, 30. 1

Mon, 9. 3 Fri, 13. 3
Mon, 6. 4 Fri, 10. 4
Mon, 8. 6 Fri, 12. 6
Mon, 13. 7 Fri, 17. 7
Tue, 18. 8 Fri, 21. 8
Mon, 14. 9 Fri, 18. 9
Mon, 23. 11 Fri, 27. 11
Fri, 23. 1 Sun, 25. 1

Fri, 20. 3 Sun, 22. 3
Fri, 19. 6 Sun, 21. 6
Fri, 18. 9 Sun, 20. 9
Fri, 27. 11 Sun, 29. 11
Asanas Strength & Flexibility
Mon, 9. 2 Fri, 13. 2

Mon, 23. 3 Fri, 27. 3
Mon, 22. 6 Fri, 26. 6
Mon, 5. 10 Fri, 9. 10
Yoga Body Check

Mon, 2. 2 Fri, 6. 2
Mon, 16. 3 Fri, 20. 3
Mon, 30. 3 Fri, 3. 4
Mon, 25. 5 Fri, 29. 5
Mon, 27. 7 Fri, 31. 7
Yoga Fitness
Daily workshops look at the main aspects of the yoga class in depth:
Muscle relaxation in the relaxation pose (Savasana) through auto
suggestion Enhanced flexibility of the spine and limbs through specific
stretching in the asanas Strengthening of back and abdominal muscles
for improved posture Specific asana cycles to make the pelvis and the
hips more flexible and strengthen the shoulder girdle Increased vital
capacity through deep breathing: starting with abdominal breathing and
full yogic breathing, you will be introduced step by step to the classical pranayama techniques, which lead to improved energy for both body
and mind.
Classical asana variations with individual guidance: Advanced variations

aimed at making the body more supple and allowing progress in the basic postures. In the workshops you will learn anatomical details of the
asana practice, helping you to get more out of the yoga classes. Special
yoga asanas for the back enhance flexibility and strengthen problem
areas. Step by step, youll learn the art of deep relaxation by making the
most of the short relaxation between the asanas and through the precise
use of the autosuggestion technique. The daily practice of meditation
and mantra chanting will turn your stay into a holistic yoga experience.
Often just little adjustments can lead to greater quality of life: Workshops
focussing on the shoulders, back and hips show you how to system
atically improve your flexibility in the yoga class. A test of the muscles
and a posture analysis give the motivation you need to make a change. Yoga offers a broad range of methods for strengthening the nervous
The daily yoga practice at home will give you fresh energy to make creative changes to your life. Workshops introduce the most effective exercises
for the daily routine, based on various asana sequences with a duration
of at least 15 minutes. An introduction to the practice of concentration
and meditation will teach you the time-honoured techniques of gaining
control over the mind a kind of mental hygiene for daily life. All this, together with a list of recommended reading, will equip you for successful
Yoga@Home. Recommended CDs: Sivananda Yoga Centre, Yoga@Home
and Yoga@Home 32+32
Fri, 6. 2 Sun, 8. 2
Fri, 29. 5 Sun, 31. 5
Fri, 17. 7 Sun, 19. 7
Fri, 16. 10 Sun, 18. 10
Fri, 18. 12 Sun, 20. 12
This programme focuses on strengthening body and mind for all-round

health. Yoga asanas provide an optimal development of muscle strength
and flexibility. This is excellent prevention against posture faults such as
lordosis, kyphosis or scoliosis, and helps improve existing posture problems.
In addition to learning the natural resting breath, you will learn pranayama
breathing exercises that systematically increase your vital capacity. Relaxation exercises strengthen the nervous and immune systems. Enjoy the
energising vegetarian food, specially adapted to the yoga practice.
Expand Your Asanas:

A Practice Week for the Intermediate Level
Participants will gradually learn more advanced asana variations in detailed
workshops with individual correction. Classical asana variations which focus
on flexibility, strength and endurance will be demonstrated and performed.
The highlight of the workshop is the meditative practice of holding each
pose longer. Daily pranayama practice develops the vital capacity of the
lungs and improves ones power of concentration. A lecture on the anatomical basics of the asana practice round off this special asana week.
Asanas: Deepening the Practice

We will take the time to do more advanced variations and hold the
poses as a meditative exercise, immersing ourselves in the asana experience. With step-by-step explanations and individual corrections. We
will concentrate on the Scorpion, the Full Wheel, the Pigeon, the Lateral
Forward Bend, the Tortoise, balance poses, Triangle variations and other
advanced variations from Swami Vishnudevanandas The Complete
Illustrated Book of Yoga.
VA C AT I O N
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Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion

Mon, 11. 5 Thu, 14. 5 The complete basic programme: Understanding and experiencing yoga
Mon, 21. 9 Fri, 25. 9
integral theory and practice based on the newest Sivananda Yoga book.
Mon, 26. 10 Fri, 30. 10 The benefits of yoga: Boosting self-healing Muscles and movement
Mon, 30. 11 Fri, 4. 12 Breathing and relaxation Asanas: Pose and counterpose The classic
12 asanas with variations for beginning, intermediate and advanced

students Breathing: Preliminary exercises Alternate nostril breathing
and lung cleansing Relaxation: In between relaxation and complete
deep relaxation Diet: Yoga and vegetarianism 6-week plan for a
healthy diet Positive thinking and meditation: The art of concentration
Meditation practice Karma: Cause and effect. To obtain the complete
benefit, we recommend taking part in the entire programme.
Recommended reading: Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion
Sivananda Yoga Centres
Yoga for 60 Plus

Fri, 12. 6 Sun, 14. 6
Fri, 20. 11 Sun, 22. 11
Yoga is a universal and all-round exercise system which can be practised

even at more mature ages. Individually adapted postures and breathing
techniques activate the bodys regenerative powers. Slow, gentle,
back-friendly movements enhance the suppleness of the body for better
sitting, standing and walking. In lectures and workshops you will receive
an individual plan for practising at home as well as an introduction to
positive thinking and meditation for mental relaxation and concentra
tion. Also suitable for beginners.
See also Yoga The Gentle Approach with Padmavati Swoboda,
27. 2 1. 3, p. 23
Health & Nutrition

Yoga Vitality Week
Mon, 16. 2 Fri, 20. 2

This yoga vacation week focuses on personal guidance and individual
Mon, 11. 5 Thu, 14. 5 correction in the yoga postures. Nature walks in the magnificent TyroMon, 29. 6 Fri, 3. 7
lean mountains and a gradual increase in the breathing exercises help
Mon, 20. 7 Fri, 24. 7
strengthen the immune system. Yoga breathing exercises expand the
Mon, 10. 8 Fri, 14. 8
capacity of the lungs, and they also stimulate the flow of the subtle life
Mon, 21. 9 Fri, 25. 9
Mon, 26. 10 Fri, 30. 10 energy (Prana). The programme includes an introduction to the meditaMon, 9. 11 Fri, 13. 11 tion techniques for mental relaxation as well as a cooking workshop on
Mon, 30. 11 Fri, 4. 12 how to prepare easy-to-digest meals and add more alkaline foods to our
Mon, 7. 12 Fri, 11. 12 diet.
Mon, 19. 1 Fri, 23. 1

Mon, 2. 3 Fri, 6. 3
Tue, 5. 5 Fri, 8. 5
Mon, 15. 6 Fri, 19. 6
Mon, 3. 8 Fri, 7. 8
Mon, 7. 9 Fri, 11. 9
Mon, 19. 10 Fri, 23. 10
Mon, 18. 5 Fri, 22. 5

Mon, 28. 9 Fri, 2. 10
Ayurveda
Ayurveda, Yoga & Health
Learn the basics of Ayurveda and the Ayurvedic science of nutrition,
Fri, 20. 2 Sun, 22. 2
Fri, 9. 10 Sun, 11. 10
including many recipes and tips for your body type. The physical and
Fri, 20. 11 Sun, 22. 11 mental characteristics of the three body types Vata, Pitta, Kapha are
explained. In addition to the yogic guidelines for optimal nutrition,
you will learn how to find the ideal balance of the six food tastes. A
workshop on typical spices, their effects and constitution-related uses
prepares you for the Ayurveda cooking course: Together, we prepare an
Ayurvedic menu with grains, vegetables, pulses, salad and dessert.

Yoga Lifestyle
Asanas, breathing and relaxation are developed step by step in yoga
classes and workshops. The yoga exercise plan for busy people shows
how to bring harmony and rhythm to our daily lives. The lecture topics
will be Developing willpower and Inner strength through meditation.
The cooking workshop teaches how to prepare quick and easy meals
and snacks.
Body Mind Balance

Dive into a sea of alpine wild flowers time for mental and physical
cleansing on the outdoor platform. Health is the natural state of the
body. Yoga, unique amongst all forms of physical culture, brings about
the efficient balance of all body systems. Develop a new body awareness
Conscious breathing brings new energy Eat nutritiously and responsibly Develop a fit and healthy body Reduce routine stress Increase
your power of concentration Find inner poise and peace of mind
Yoga and Relaxation

Yoga and Mountain Magic
Mon, 30. 3 Fri, 3. 4
Tue, 5. 5 Fri, 8. 5
Mon, 18. 5 Fri, 22. 5
Mon, 15. 6 Fri, 19. 6
Mon, 13. 7 Fri, 17. 7
Mon, 27. 7 Fri, 31. 7
Mon, 3. 8 Fri, 7. 8
Tue, 18. 8 Fri, 21. 8
Mon, 24. 8 Fri, 28. 8
A yoga and hiking vacation in the magnificent Kitzbhel mountains

offers both active recreation and a pleasant escape from our hectic lives.
Several approx. 2-hour hikes with like-minded people are complemented
by daily yoga classes and meditation sessions.
See an introductory videoclip: www.sivananda.org/tyrol
We will go on excursions to the most beautiful corners of the region:
Bichlach: Rolling hills of meadow and forest around the
Vogelsberg and Giering ponds Venedigerblick, a marvellous
hiking route: Zefirau, Schleier waterfall, Ebner chapel, goat farm
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Mon, 14. 9 Fri, 18. 9
Mon, 28. 9 Fri, 2. 10
Mon, 19. 10 Fri, 23. 10
Mon, 9. 11 Fri, 13. 11
Astbergweg: High-elevation hike with breath-taking views of the Wild
Kaiser and the Kitzbhel mountains Other possible excursions: Hike in

the Hohe Tauern and visit to the Mittersill National Park, trips to Gaudeamus
Hut on Wild Kaiser and the Krimml waterfalls. You can join this active yoga
vacation at any time. Please bring hiking shoes and raingear.
Yoga and Meditation
Yoga and Winter Magic

Mon, 19. 1 Fri, 23. 1
Mon, 2. 2 Fri, 6. 2
Fri, 30. 1 Sun, 1. 2

Fri, 27. 2 Sun, 1. 3
Fri, 6. 3 Sun, 8. 3
Fri, 12. 6 Sun, 14. 6
Fri, 3. 7 Sun, 5. 7
Fri, 7. 8 Sun, 9. 8
Fri, 28. 8 Sun, 30. 8
Fri, 4. 9 Sun, 6. 9
Fri, 2. 10 Sun, 4. 10
Fri, 6. 11 Sun, 8. 11
Fri, 4. 12 Sun, 6. 12
Enjoy the snow outdoors and the relaxation indoors. Depending on the
weather several approx 2-hour guided excursions with cross-country skis
or snow shoes. The trails begin just a few minutes walking distance from
the Retreat House. Rental gear available in Reith village (at extra cost).
The relaxing asana practice, a sauna visit, healthy and energising food
and the peace of the morning and evening meditation lead to all-round
well-being.
Yoga Relaxation Days

Take the time to experience moments of deep relaxation for body, mind
and spirit: Gentle yoga classes for all levels create the basis for health
and strengthen the nervous system. The causes and effects of stress are
discussed in a workshop. Using various meditation exercises, relaxation
is slowly transformed into inner balance so you can enjoy a peaceful
yoga vacation in the mountains.
In Peace Lies Strength

Mon, 26. 1 Fri, 30. 1
Mon, 9. 3 Fri, 13. 3
Mon, 1. 6 Fri, 5. 6
Mon, 6. 7 Fri, 10. 7
Mon, 16. 11 Fri, 20. 11
Mon, 7. 12 Fri, 11. 12
Facing up to tension this is stress management based on asanas (yoga

postures). The conscious flow of breathing relieves mental tension and
promotes serenity of mind. A lecture gives tips on detoxing the body by
means of a vegetarian diet. Mantra meditation the sound experience
of yoga awakens the power of ones own life energy. Talks and recommended reading on yoga psychology show how you can change your life
through positive thoughts.
Yoga Vacation Light

Fri, 9. 1 Sun, 11. 1
Fri, 8. 5 Sun, 10. 5
Fri, 5. 6 Sun, 7. 6
Fri, 24. 7 Sun, 26. 7
Fri, 21. 8 Sun, 23. 8
Fri, 25. 9 Sun, 27. 9
Fri, 11. 12 Sun, 13. 12
Two gentle yoga classes daily for all levels, as well as group meditation
in the mornings and evenings, are the basis for this relaxing week at
the Retreat House. Between 11am and 4pm you have more time for
relaxation and leisure pursuits.
Experiencing Meditation
Fri, 20. 2 Sun, 22. 2
Fri, 13. 3 Sun, 15. 3
Fri, 26. 6 Sun, 28. 6
Fri, 11. 9 Sun, 13. 9
Fri, 23. 10 Sun, 25. 10
Fri, 13. 11 Sun, 15. 11
Experiences in meditation are quite varied and are open to everyone:

Concentration develops naturally through performing the asanas. Also,
a detailed understanding of the correct meditation postures can help in
establishing a meditation practice. The mental practice includes meditat
ing on light and other objects, the universal sound OM and uplifting
qualities. Additional practices are introduced, for example writing a
mantra to achieve a state of relaxed concentration.
Mon, 23. 2 Fri, 27. 2

Mon, 25. 5 Fri, 29. 5
Mon, 23. 11 Fri, 27. 11
This yoga vacation programme broadens the meditation experience: The

time spent meditating is gradually increased. Mantras cosmic energies
in sound structures are explained and practised. Saguna (concrete)
and Nirguna (abstract) meditation is introduced. The techniques of sublimating thoughts and replacing negative thoughts with positive ones are
discussed.
Meditation Experiencing Inner Peace
Mantra Retreat Healing Sounds

Mantra chanting harmonises the emotions and leads to mental and
Fri, 6. 2 Sun, 8. 2
Fri, 27. 3 Sun, 29. 3
physical balance
Fri, 16. 10 Sun, 18. 10 Group mantra chanting accompanied by harmonium. Writing and mental
repetition of Mantras. Daily asanas and pranayama. Yoga mythology.

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Yoga and Spiritual Topics

Vedanta A Clear Understanding of Ones Self
Mon, 9. 2 Fri, 13. 2
Mon, 23. 3 Fri, 27. 3
Mon, 22. 6 Fri, 26. 6
Mon, 5. 10 Fri, 9. 10
An introduction to Yoga Vedanta philosophy. The non-dualistic thought

of Vedanta explains universal philosophical aspects of life by means of
logic and analogies: Change and reality Intellect & intuition The experience of the Self, the goal of all yoga paths "Who am I?" Yoga and
meditation are practical methods of self-inquiry and ultimately enable us
to experience our true nature: Existence Knowledge Bliss.
With a list of recommended readings.
Inner Focus Inner Peace

Mon, 12. 1 Fri, 16. 1
Mon, 16. 3 Fri, 20. 3
Mon, 8. 6 Fri, 12. 6
Mon, 10. 8 Fri, 14. 8
Mon, 12. 10 Fri, 16. 10
Study of yoga psychology based on the Raja Yoga Sutras

Explanation of how the mind works and practical techniques for controlling the thoughts. The functioning of thought waves The effects of
natural energies on the mind The principles of ethical living Thought
patterns and their transformation Practical methods for cultivating
positive thoughts Gaining mastery over the mind through meditation.
Recommended reading: Meditation and Mantras by Swami Vishnu
devananda, Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Swami Durgananda
Thought Power and Positive Thinking

Fri, 23. 1 Sun, 25. 1 "You sow a thought and reap an action. You sow an action and reap a
Fri, 13. 2 Sun, 15. 2
habit. You sow a habit and reap a character. You sow a character and
Fri, 20. 3 Sun, 22. 3
reap your destiny." Swami Sivananda
Fri, 19. 6 Sun, 21. 6
Besides the daily practice of asanas, pranayama and meditation for
Fri, 17. 7 Sun, 19. 7
relaxation of body and mind, we will focus on the world of thoughts,
Fri, 31. 7 Sun, 2. 8
creative life management, exercises for developing thought power,
Fri, 18. 9 Sun, 20. 9
guided contemplation and visualisation.
Fri, 18. 12 Sun, 20. 12
The Evolutionary Journey of Life

Mon, 2. 3 Fri, 6. 3
Mon, 31. 8 Fri, 4. 9
Mon, 2. 11 Fri, 6. 11
Asanas and Pranayama help bring the bodily functions into balance.
Step-by-step exercises in physical and mental relaxation Cultivating
attention, concentration and willpower Improving memory and
developing a positive character Tips on harnessing this dynamic
potential in everyday life.
Recommended reading:
Concentration and Meditation by Swami Sivananda

Guest speakers & Holidays
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Yoga The Gentle Approach

With Mag. Silvia (Padmavati) Swoboda, Vienna
Fri, 27.2 Sun, 1.3
This programme is designed for people who are unable to practise
'normal' or even gentle asanas. For example, for post-operative and
convalescent patients, in cases of obesity or advanced age, in pregnancy,
and for people with no prior training or who suffer from chronic stress.
The objective of the workshop is general well-being, not therapy. You
will be gently guided in small steps into the easiest yoga poses. The
focus will be on body awareness, relaxation and peace of mind.
Language: German with simultaneous translation into English
Mag. Silvia (Padmavati) Swoboda is a disciple of Swami Vishnudevananda as well as a compassionate and pragmatic yoga teacher with more
than 25 years of teaching experience. She has translated the most impor
tant works of Swami Sivananda into German and served as interpreter for
Swami Vishnudevananda during many teachers' training courses.
Two nights. Daily rate for yoga including accommodation:

single room: 112 , reduction from 7 nights see p. 83.
Easter Yoga Retreat
Fri, 3. 4 / 4pm Mon, 6. 4 / 4pm
In-depth yoga practice,

building up energy for
body and mind. Relax
and enjoy the fresh
mountain air, silent
walks, light organic
meals and a variety of
yoga topics.
Diet and Health

Two lectures with Sigrid Siebert, nutritionist, Frankfurt
Sat, 4.4 Mon, 6.4
A modern and healthy diet for vegetarians
Foods providing optimal nutrition of body and mind
The acid-base balance and preventing food allergies
Sigrid Siebert is a nutritionist and dietician from Frankfurt. She has
taught at the Akademie Gesundes Leben in Oberursel, Germany, since 1995.
Wisdom from the Mandukya Upanishad
Easter: Three nights. Daily rate for yoga including accommodation:

The Qualities of Nature

Two lectures with Swami Durgananda, Yoga Acharya
Sat, 4. 4 and Sun, 5. 4, at noon
"In the manifested world the gunas are in a state of unbalance and are
evident in all aspects of life: nutrition, action, faith, etc. Their effect on the
mental plane has to be recognized so that they can finally be overcome."
Swami Durgananda is a senior student of Swami Vishnudevananda and
director of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres in Europe. Her practical
and intuitive style of teaching is the result of intense practice and over 40
years of teaching experience.
Recommended reading: The Inner Path by Swami Durgananda
Power of Asana
4-day asana workshop with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya
Fri, 3. 4 Mon, 6. 4
Practical workshops on pose, breathing, relaxation and concentration:
Relieving tension in the neck, shoulders and upper back
Strengthening the back muscles systematically
More flexibility in the pelvis, hips and knees
Holding the asanas, mantra repetition and meditation
Swami Sivadasananda, senior student of Swami Vishnudevananda, has
taught at workshops and Yoga Teachers Training Courses around the world
for many years. He is a dynamic, precise and knowledgeable instructor.
Recommended reading: The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga by
Lectures with Swami Kashi Muktananda

Mon, 6.4 Sun, 12.4 (or on a day-by-day basis)
The Upanishads are one of the most important scriptures on Vedanta. They
reveal the quintessence of religious experience and metaphysical thought
of Indian culture. The Mandukya Upanishad talks figuratively about the
four states of consciousness: waking, dreaming, deep sleep and Turiya,
which is a state of pure consciousness underlying the other three.
Swami Kashi Muktananda was a long-time staff at the Sivananda
Ashram Yoga Retreat, in Nassau, Bahamas. He spent three years in India
with Swami Chaitanyananda, one of Swami Sivananda's closest disciples.
He has a good knowledge of the scriptures and is versed in Sanskrit. He
is a gifted and devoted teacher who inspires his listeners with the eternal
wisdom of yoga.
South Indian Temple Meditations

Daily Pujas with a priest from India
Fri, 3.4 Mon, 6.4
Daily Pujas with a priest from India
With their colours, sounds, aromas and gestures, traditional temple
ceremonies (Pujas) help clear the mental atmosphere, creating a strong
meditative vibration.
Yantras (meditative images)
Classical scripture recitations (Mantras)
Symbolic hand gestures (Mudras)
Further Training for Yoga Teachers: Yoga over 50

Fri, 3.4 Sun, 5.4
This course shows how to integrate older people into a basic asana class.
In addition, asana class models specifically for seniors are practised and
explained. See page 61

Fri, 3.4 Mon, 6.4
The proven basic guide from the Sivananda Yoga Centres. See page 16
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May Retreat
Wed, 13.5 / 4pm Sun, 17.5 / 4pm
Four nights. Daily rate for yoga including accommodation:

Dive into a sea of alpine wild flowers

time for mental and physical cleansing on the outdoor platform.
Yoga Practice according to Patanjalis Yoga Sutras

Fri, 15.5 and Sat, 16.5, at noon
"Yoga means to unite, to join, and it also means addition. Adding a spiritual
aspect to life is Yoga. It is joining of the individual soul with the Supreme
Soul in which the being finds rest and supreme satisfaction."
Swami Durgananda is a senior student of Swami Vishnudevananda
and director of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres in Europe. Her
practical and intuitive style of teaching is the result of intense practice
and over 40 years of teaching experience.
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Swami Durgananda
Yoga and Health of the Internal Organs

4-day asana workshop with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya
Thu, 14.5 at 4pm and Fri, 15.5 Sun, 17.5 at 8am
Boosting ones metabolism with kriyas, asanas and pranayama
Asanas and kriyas give a deep massage to the gastrointestinal tract
Pranayama: dynamics of the diaphragm between the heart and the
stomach
Cardiovascular workshop: inverted poses and relaxing the arterial
muscles
Breathing more freely with Kapalabhati and neti
Please bring neti pot and catheter for neti. This may be purchased in our
yoga shop.
Swami Sivadasananda, senior student of Swami Vishnudevananda,
has taught at workshops and Yoga Teachers Training Courses around
the world for many years. He is a dynamic, precise and knowledgeable
instructor.
Recommended reading: The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga by
Powerful Poise in the Shoulderstand Cycle

Asana workshops with Swami Narayanananda
Wed, 13.5 Sun, 17.5
Sarva-Anga the asana for all limbs
Balance between the breath and the circulatory system
Swami Narayanananda is co-director of the Sivananda Yoga Centre in
Munich. He is a dynamic and inspiring teacher.

With a priest from India
Wed, 13.5 Sun, 17.5
With their colours, sounds, aromas and gestures, traditional temple
ceremonies (Pujas) help clear the mental atmosphere, creating a strong
meditative vibration.
Yantras (meditative images)
Classical scripture recitations (Mantras)
Symbolic hand gestures (Mudras)
Further Training for Yoga Teachers: Yoga & Anatomy

With Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya
Wed, 13.5 Sun, 17.5
PowerPoint presentations with detailed examples for applying the
knowledge learned in the yoga class and in ones own practice.
See page 62
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Special Whitsun Programme
Fri, 22.5 / 4pm

Mon, 25.5 / 4pm
Days of Yoga Specials: group silent walks in the magnificent alpine

landscape Asanas: Personal guidance for experienced students and a
gentle introduction for newcomers and rusty students Meditation:
Calming the brain waves to achieve clarity of thinking and new creative
power Yoga lectures: Mental food for the challenges of everyday life
Vegetarian meals: Light, low-fat, nutritious, organic and cleansing
Whitsun: Three nights. Daily rate for yoga including accommodation:
single room: 112 , reduction from 7 nights see p. 83.
The Healing Power of Yoga

Two lectures with Prof. Dr. Andreas Michalsen
Sat/Sun, 23/24.5, at noon
Many diseases in our society are caused by stress and psychological
strain. For example, pain disorders, back pain and cardiovascular
diseases.
Yoga can play a decisive role in promoting healing in psychosomatic or
chronic illnesses.
Lecture topics:
Therapeutic options and scientifically proven efficacy of yoga exercises.
Yoga for chronic back and neck pain, migraines and for cardiac and
cancer patients
Prof. Dr. Andreas Michalsen has been the Director of the Naturopathy
Department at Immanuel Hospital in Berlin and Professor for Clinical
Naturopathy in the Institute for Social Medicine, Epidemiology and
Health Economics at the Charit University Hospital in Berlin since 2009.
Professor Michalsen has been researching the therapeutic potential of
yoga for several years.
Morning Meditations
Fri, 22.5 Mon, 25.5
With readings on the goal and philosophy of yoga.
Standing Postures: Firm and Relaxed

Asana workshops with Swami Narayanananda
Fri, 22.5 Mon, 25.5
Appendicular skeleton and axial skeleton
Dynamic balancing poses
Triangle variations
Swami Narayanananda is co-director of the Sivananda Yoga Centre in
Munich. He is a dynamic and inspiring teacher.
South Indian Temple Dance

With Rajyashree Ramesh from Bangalore, South India
Fri, 22.5 Mon, 25.5
Dynamic melodies and rhythms
Workshops in dance steps and hand gestures
Dance performance
Rajyashree Ramesh, B.Sc., M.A., is a dancer, choreographer and Certified
Movement Analyst with a 30-year yoga practice. She is trained in Bharatanatyam and South Indian vocal, and founded the Academy for Performing
Arts in Berlin. She has a Masters degree in Sociocultural Studies. She has
taught and performed for renowned cultural institutions in India, Europe
and the USA. Rajyashree lives in Berlin.
Discovering Sanskrit
With Nina Fallwell, England
Fri, 22.5 Mon, 25.5
Sanskrit is the language of the yoga scriptures and Ayurveda, and is called the
mother of all languages. This introductory workshop gives insight into the depth
of yoga. It is a journey of discovery into the meaning of Sanskrit prayers and
verses from the Bhagavad Gita and the Raja Yoga Sutras. Find inspiration in the
original language of yoga. No prior knowledge of Sanskrit is necessary.
Nina Fallwell has studied Sanskrit for over 30 years and teaches this ancient language of India to children and adults in an easy-to-understand way.

Fri, 22.5 Mon, 25.5
The proven basic guide from the Sivananda Yoga Centres. See page 16
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Words as the Windows to Peace
Eastern Wisdom Melodies
Guest of honour: Sri Venugopal Goswami, Bhakti Yoga Acharya, Vrindavan,

North India
Wed, 27.5 / 4pm Tue, 2.6 / 10pm
A seven-day evening programme. Participation on a day-by-day basis possible.
With live music: harmonium, vocals, bamboo flute, shanai oboe and tabla.
Readings and discourse from the classical yoga scripture Bhagavatam on the
journey to the meaning of life. The storytelling, poetry, music and philosophy
uplift heart and mind in equal measure.
Sri Venugopal Goswami comes from a tradition dating back more than 500
years. His father initiated him into the teachings of the Bhakti scriptures in
the Radha Raman Temple. Sri Venugopal Goswami spent many years studying
under the world-famous Indian vocalist Pandit Jasraj, a master interpreter of
classical Hindustani music and the recipient of numerous international awards.
Ayurveda Nutrition Special

Three lectures with S. K. Kamlesh, Ayurveda Acharya, Lucknow, North India
Tue, 26.5 Tue, 2.6
Introduction to Ayurveda, the science of life
Theory of the 5 elements: earth, water, fire, air, aether The 3 body types
(Vata, Pitta, Kapha) The 6 tastes and their affect on body and mind
Food and consciousness
Sattva, Rajas, Tamas Ayurveda and daily hygiene
The healing powers of herbs and spices
Simple home remedies Cooking for health
S.K. Kamlesh, Ayurveda expert, studied at the Nagarjun Ayurvedic College
in Lucknow and has been teaching hands-on Ayurvedic cooking in the
Sivananda Yoga Centres worldwide for over 17 years.
Animal Communication
Two lectures with Beate Seebauer, Germany
Fri, 29.5 Sun, 31.5
Communicating with animals leads to deeper understanding and a more
loving and harmonious life with animals.
What is animal communication and when to use it
Establishing a heart-to-heart connection with an animal, with practical
exercises
Participants are requested to bring photos of their animals.
Beate Seebauer is an animal communicator and has dedicated herself to
helping and supporting animals and people since 2003.
With Deborah Bellamy, Vienna

Thu, 25.6 Sun, 28.6
Three introductory workshops in nonviolent communication
This attitude towards life promotes mutual appreciation and respect as
well as honesty with oneself and others. On the basis of theory and
practical exercises, you will learn:
How to integrate nonviolent communication into daily life in four steps
How to become a better listener
How to say your own opinion without people becoming defensive or
taking offence
How you can bring more awareness to relationships
Deborah Bellamy is a trained coach in Nonviolent Communication
in the tradition of Marshall Rosenberg. She has taught workshops to
organizations, institutions, couples and individuals. She is part of an
international group of coaches who are authorised to train others in
Nonviolent Communication.
Certificate Course: Nonviolent Communication Practice Days, 28.6 2.7,
page 45
Healing through Deep Relaxation

Lectures and workshops with Molly Birkholm (Madhavi), USA
Mon, 29.6 Fri, 3.7
Transforming trauma (PTSD) through breathing, calming yoga and Yoga
Nidra meditation.
Learn about the latest research on yoga and meditation that is proving
how these ancient practices can ease insomnia, pain, depression and
anxiety
Join us as we soothe and heal the body and mind with calming yoga
practices and Yoga Nidra guided meditation
Discover the meaning that the biggest challenges of your life present
as we dive deep into restorative yoga practices where healing naturally
unfolds
Molly Birkholm (Madhavi) is an experienced Sivananda Yoga instructor
and a certified iRest Yoga Nidra instructor. She leads retreats and workshops around the world and specializes in treating trauma (Post-Traumatic
Stress Disorder) through yoga and meditation.
Certificate Course: Yoga and Trauma, 23.6 28.6, page 44
Daily rates for yoga including accommodation:

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Renew Your Energy with Yoga and Herbs

With Brigitte Addington, Germany
Wed, 1.7 Sun, 5.7
Mother Nature has many treasures in store for us in the wonderful Tyrolean mountains. You will learn to recognise native 'wild greens'
which not only are delicious and rich in vitamins, but also have healing
properties. You will learn creative uses of wild herbs in the kitchen and
practical uses in making natural remedies and cosmetics.
With herb gathering excursions. The rest of the day follows the yoga
vacation daily schedule.
Brigitte Addington is a specialist nurse and certified medicinal plant
expert. She is founder and director of the Worldwide Communication
Centre for Herbalists in Erlangen, Germany.
Certificate Course: Yoga and Healing Herbs, 1.75.7, page 45
Yoga, Mind and Brain

With Christian Kayser (Jnaneshvara),
a Sivananda yoga teacher from Berlin
Fri, 10.7 Sun, 12.7
How asanas and pranayama influence the mind via the nervous system
How asanas and pranayama change the functioning of the brain
What happens in the brain when experiencing joy or pain
How to cultivate the brain through mental training
Exercises in self-observation and self-knowledge
Jnaneshvara Kayser is an IT professional and yoga teacher with a
special interest in anatomy and physiology in connection to yoga.
Accessible Yoga
Two lectures with Jivana Heyman, San Francisco, California
Sat/Sun, 11/12.7, at 8pm
In these lectures, Jivana Heyman explains how to adapt a classical asana
class to the needs of students with physical disabilities or chronic illness,
the elderly, and people with injuries, as well as the psychological insight
necessary for helping students with disabilities in their healing process.
Jivana Heyman is Director of Teachers Training programmes at the
Integral Yoga Institute in San Francisco, California. After many years
of personal training in the gurukula yoga tradition, Jivana focuses on
teaching yoga for people with disabilities.
Certificate Course: Accessible Yoga, 10.719.7, page 46
Ayurveda for the West

Five lectures with Sanjay and Anjani Kulkarni (MD),
Ayurveda Acharyas, Pune, India
Tue 14.7 Sun, 19.7
Simple and helpful tips to improve your
health which can quickly become part of
your daily routine.
Female participants have the opportunity to enjoy relaxing, Ayurvedic
full-body oil massages with Mira, an Ayurveda massage therapist from
Kerala, South India. Her head or foot massage is also a treat. (Extra
charge)
Sanjay and Anjani Kulkarni have spent the last 20 years teaching
Ayurveda around the world. They use their profound expertise to give
practical advice on how to prevent disease and develop radiant health.
Certificate Course: Healthy Cooking with Ayurveda, 20.724.7, page 48
Yoga of Sleep
Two lectures with Dr Rubin Naiman, USA
Sat, 18.7 Mon, 20.7
Deep, refreshing sleep and dreams are the cornerstone of well-being and
an essential foundation for spiritual practice. Research has linked sleep
problems and dream loss to depression, obesity and other serious illnesses. Based on an integrative body, mind and spirit approach to sleep and
dreams, these informative lectures address the problem of insomnia.
Dr Rubin Naiman is a psychologist, sleep specialist and clinical
assistant professor of medicine at the University of Arizonas Center for
Integrative Medicine. He is an internationally recognised leader in integrative sleep and dream medicine. Dr. Naiman is the author of Healing
Night: The Science and Spirit of Sleeping, Dreaming and Awakening.
Certificate Course: Yoga of Sleep, 20.723.7, page 49
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Healing Spaces
Diving into the Asanas
Two lectures on Vastu Shastra with Olga Mandodari Sokolova, USA

Sun, 26.7 Tue, 28.7
Introduction to the 10,000-year-old Indian practice of designing and
constructing buildings to influence peace and prosperity in the form of
design.
Olga Mandodari Sokolova, Ph.D., a Certified Vaastu Shastra
consultant, studied at the International Institute of Mayonic Science &
Technology in Chennai, India, under Dr V. Sthapati Ganapati. Dr Ganapati
was an internationally renowned architect from South India who applied
Vaastu principles to his architectural designs. Mrs Sokolova earned
her M.S. in Civil Engineering from the Architectural University of St.
Petersburg, Russia.
Certificate Course: Healing Spaces, 29.7 1.8, page 49
Three special 2-hour workshops with Prema Arenas Bonansea,

Sivananda yoga teacher from Taiwan
Mon, 3.8 Thu, 6.8
Intermediate and Advanced Level
Experience how the whole body can be invigorated and toned through
regular and progressive practice of asanas. Release new sources of energy
and tap into a new feeling of physical well-being.
Deeper relaxation by stretching with more awareness Developing the
inverted postures Balance poses and inner balance
Prema Arenas Bonansea, originally from Argentina, is an inspiring
yoga practitioner and yoga teacher in Taiwan. She also modelled for the
illustrations in the most recent Sivananda book, Yoga: Your Home Practice
Companion.
Further Training for Yoga Teachers: Strength and Flexibility in the Asana,
29.72.8, page 64
Vegetarianism in the Light of Science

Three lectures & discussion with Dr Annika Waldmann, nutritionist, Lbeck
Fri, 31.7 Sun, 2.8
Current research findings on vegetarian diets
Reasons for a vegetarian diet
What you need to know about minerals, vitamins and phytochemicals
Practical tips on healthy cooking and food combinations
The vegetarian food pyramid
Priv.-Doz. Dr Annika Waldmann studied food science and German
language and literature at Hanover University and worked as scientific
assistant at the Institute for Food Science until 2004. Since then she
has been working at the Lbeck University both at the Institute for
Cancer Research in Schleswig-Holstein and at the Institute for Social
Medicine and Epidemiology, of which she has been vice director since
2013.
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Yoga Summer Days
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Wed, 12.8 / 4pm Sat, 22.8 / 4pm
Look within that Silence and youll

enjoy that peace, the music of your soul,
that echoing Silence, your Self I am.

Swami Sivananda
Divine Life Simple and Direct

Guest of honour: Sri Venugopal Goswami,
Bhakti Yoga Acharya,Vrindavan, North India
Sat, 15.8 / 4pm Fri, 21.8 / 10pm
A seven-day evening programme. Participation on a day-by-day basis
possible.
With live music: harmonium, vocals, bamboo flute, shanai oboe and tabla.
Readings and discourse from the classical yoga scripture Bhagavatam
on the journey to the meaning of life. The storytelling, poetry, music and
philosophy uplift heart and mind in equal measure.
Sri Venugopal Goswami comes from a tradition dating back more than
500 years. His father initiated him into the teachings of the Bhakti scriptures in the Radha Raman Temple. Sri Venugopal Goswami spent many
years studying under the world-famous Indian vocalist Pandit Jasraj, a
master interpreter of classical Hindustani music and the recipient of
numerous international awards.
Yoga and Psychology

Two lectures with Dr Uma Krishnamurthi, psychiatrist, Bangalore, India
Thu, 13.8 and Fri, 14.8, at noon
Observations on the human mind from the holistic perspective of
the East.
Dr Krishnamurthi is a psychiatrist who specialises in an integral
application of Eastern and Western psychology. She learned yoga and
meditation as a child under highly respected yoga masters.
Dr Krishnamurthi gives lectures at symposia and seminars worldwide.
Certificate course: Yoga and Psychology, 8.8 13.8, p. 50
Daily rates for yoga including accommodation:

Kaivalya
Liberation by Realising the Self
Mon, 17.8 and Tue, 18.8, at noon
Contemplations from the Raja Yoga Sutras
"Kaivalya is liberation from thinking that mind and body are the Self.
Herein lies true freedom as the full-blown yogi realised the difference between nature in her many manifest and unmanifest forms and the Self. He is
free of ignorance and therefore liberated."
Swami Durgananda is a senior student of Swami Vishnudevananda and
director of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres in Europe. Her practical
and intuitive style of teaching is the result of intense practice and over 40
years of teaching experience.
Recommended reading: Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Swami Durgananda
Surya Namaskar
Salutation to the Essence of Hatha Yoga
4-day workshop with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya
Sat, 15.8 at 4pm and Sun, 16.8 Tue, 18.8 at 8am
Muscle length and strength in the Sun Salutation
Training of asanas and variations which correspond to the Sun Salutation
Asymmetrical asana variations to balance left and right sides of the body
Pranayama: Balance of sun energy (right) and moon energy (left)
Textbook: The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga by Swami
Vishnudevananda
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September Retreat
Mon, 31.8 / 4pm Sun, 6.9 / 4pm
Jyotisha Vedic Astrology

Three lectures with Stephen Quong, California, USA
Tue, 1.9 / Thu, 3.9 / Fri, 4.9
Jyotisha, the traditional Vedic astrology of India, provides deeper
insights into our life's purpose.
The Vedic horoscope insights for your health and personality
Astrology, yoga and spirituality
Karma and free will
Inspiration from the horoscopes of great masters
Stephen Quong (Umananda) is a well-known astrologer from
California. He studied classical Vedic astrology with different masters
in India, Nepal and Sri Lanka and is a practising Yogi.
South Indian Temple Dance

With Rajyashree Ramesh from Bangalore, South India
Wed, 2.9 Sun, 6.9
Dynamic melodies and rhythms
Workshops in dance steps and hand gestures
Dance performance
Rajyashree, B.Sc., M.A., is a dancer, choreographer and Certified
Movement Analyst with a 30-year yoga practice.

Daily Pujas with a priest from India: See page 25
Vegetarianism & Ecology

Three lectures with Mag. Martin Schlatzer, nutritional ecologist, Vienna
Fri, 18.9 Sun, 20.9
Animal production and its impact on climate change
Sustainable diet by 2050?
Environmental protection and food security
Mag. Martin Schlatzer is a research associate in the Institute for
Meteorology at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences in
Vienna, and speaks at other universities and institutes about the impact
of diet and agriculture on climate change, the environment and food
security. He is the author of several papers and books.
All Saints' Yoga Weekend
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Fri, 30.10 / 4pm
Sun, 1.11 / 4pm
Asana Special: Asanas for a Healthy Back

With Madhava, Sivananda Yoga Centre Vienna
Fri, 30.10 Sun, 1.11
The 12 basic postures and variations are preventive care for the entire
back. Just three days of intensive asana practice can bring about
noticeable improvements in ones posture. We will use a plumb line to
measure these changes:
Each participant has their photo taken at the plumb line with individual
explanations
Posture analysis with plumb-line test (PowerPoint show)
Asana workshops:
Variations for strength and flexibility in the shoulder and pelvic regions
Pose, counterpose and in-depth relaxation
Balancing muscle length and muscle strength
Flexion, extension and rotation of the spine
Recommended reading: Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion,
Sivananda Yoga Centres
Yoga at Christmas & New Year
Fri, 18.12.2015 / 4pm

Wed, 6.1.2016 / 4pm
Look for the separate brochure in October 2015.

Christmas Party
with Yoga Acharyas, staff and yoga teachers from all over Europe
Mantra chanting and meditation international Christmas carols and
Christmas message festive meal and surprises
New Years Eve celebration:
with meditation, Mantras and music
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Certificate Courses
Course rates: Sun 8 February Fri 13 February

Dormitory 425 With certificate of participation for 64 training units
Shared room 450 Topics
Double room 530 New menus daily easy to digest and low in calories
Single room 590 Natural sources of calcium, iron, vitamin B12 and protein
Pure and energising foods: skilful preparation of vegetables, grains,
Special rates for
pulses, salads, raw foods, snacks and yogic desserts
students & the
Taking
into consideration typical allergies or food intolerances
unemployed:
Vegetarianism
(ethics, ecology, health)
Dormitory 370
One cooking workshop and lecture on nutrition daily

Daily schedule: 6am morning meditation, 8am yoga class,
10am brunch, 12pm lecture on diet, 3pm cooking workshop,
6pm dinner, 8pm evening meditation.
Yoga & Stress Management
Deepen your knowledge and practice of yoga, health and spirituality.

The lectures and workshops are integrated into the daily schedule for
yoga vacation which includes meditation, mantra chanting, as well as
asana and pranayama classes. The certificate courses are suitable for all
yoga practitioners and especially for yoga teachers and people in the
health professions.
The goal is to transfer these integral personal experiences into our daily
and professional lives.
At the end of the course you will receive a confirmation of
participation with the number of course hours.
Recognised for programmes of study at the Open International
University (www.iiihs.org).
Practical information
Any course activities taught in German will be simultaneously translated
into English with a wireless translation system.
Certificate Courses begin at 4pm on the arrival day and end at the latest
by 2pm on the day of departure.
All course rates include room and board.
For more information on the certificate courses, daily schedule and
registration, please visit www.sivananda.org/tyrol
Prices valid until 31.12.2015
Course rates:
Dormitory 425
Shared room 450
Double room 530
Single room 590
Special rates for
students & the
unemployed:
Dormitory 370
With Swami Vidyananda

Fri 20 March Wed 25 March
With certificate of participation for 56 training units
Modern stress research
The fight or flight mechanism
The burnout syndrome from the yogic perspective
The three Gunas (qualities of nature)
Yoga psychology for mental relaxation
Asanas and the three levels of deep relaxation
Daily schedule: 6am morning meditation, 8am yoga class, 10am
brunch, 12pm course lecture, 4pm separate asana class, 6pm dinner,
8pm evening meditation.
Swami Vidyananda is a long-time staff of the European Sivananda
Yoga Centres and director of the India programme. She teaches with
a deep understanding, providing detailed individual guidance.
Life today is full of stress and strain, of tension and

nervous irritability, of passion and hurry. If man puts
into practice a few of the elementary principles of
Yoga, he would be far better equipped to cope with
his complex existence.
Swami Sivananda
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C E R T I F I C AT E C O U R S E S
The Yogic Way of Cooking
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Diet and Health
Course rates:
Dormitory 570
Shared room 600
Double room 735
Single room 800
Special rates for students
& the unemployed:
Dormitory 525
With Sigrid Siebert, nutritionist, Germany

Mon 30 March Sat 4 April
How to eat healthy? This course introduces a modern and balanced diet
for vegetarians that will enhance both health and quality of life.
Topics
What comprises a healthy, vegetarian diet: realisation, methods, food
pyramids, food cycle, landmarks of the German Society for Nutrition
Different constitutional types
Nutrition: relation of nutrients, calculating one's energy needs, make-
up and function of main nutrients, carbohydrates, fats, protein
Good digestion
Short overview of vitamins and minerals and phytochemicals
Discussion / Practical dietary advice
Help in changing one's eating behaviour
Dietary history (= possibilities to record one's eating behaviour)
Short overview of recommendations in cases of certain health risks
(obesity, cardiovascular disorders, high blood pressure, high blood
sugar levels)
Information on food and food quality
Acid-base balance
Visualization of food ingredients, training the senses, taste-testing,
preparation of meals and demonstration of different products, kitchen
appliances
Daily schedule: 6am morning meditation, 810am course, 10am
brunch, 122pm course, 4pm yoga class, 6pm dinner, 8pm evening
meditation.
Sigrid Siebert is a nutritionist and dietician from Frankfurt. She has
taught at the Akademie Gesundes Leben in Oberursel, Germany, since
1995.
Course rates:
Dormitory 378
Shared room 406
Double room 472
Single room 512
& the unemployed:
Dormitory 348
With Swami Ramapriyananda

Thu 11 June Sun 14 June
Meditation The next step in the inner yoga practice
A yogic lifestyle for developing a healthy body and mind is the most
important prerequisite for a good meditation practice. The practical
techniques for deepening the meditation practice originate from the
four classical yoga paths and have been adapted to the western style
of thinking in order to enable a successful implementation of the
techniques in everyday life. Practical aspects of the course: Morning and
evening: group meditation practice with light and objects (Tratak), medi
tation on uplifting qualities as well as abstract (Nirguna) meditation.
Topics
Asanas & Pranayama
The 12 basic poses and variations
The body-mind connection
Getting more prana
Raja Yoga
Health for meditation
The power of concentration
Nirguna meditation
Cultivating positive qualities
Developing willpower
The spiritual diary
Introduction to the technique of self-enquiry
Kirtan (mantra chanting)
Positive effects on the emotions
Learning classical Sanskrit chants
Diet, Health and Everyday Life
Subtle aspects of the vegetarian diet
Good digestion the foundation of health (with recipes for a good
digestion)
How sugar makes you sick
Recommended reading: Sivananda Yoga Centre, The Sivananda
Beginner's Guide to Yoga, The Sivananda Book of Meditation
brunch, 123pm course, 4pm separate yoga class, 6pm dinner, 8pm
evening meditation.
Swami Ramapriyananda is a student of Swami Vishnudevananda and
director of the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House. She is a very experienced
teacher who pays great attention to detail and conveys a natural
spirituality.
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Health for Meditation
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Yoga and Trauma
Course rates:
Dormitory 570
Shared room 600
Double room 735
Single room 800
& the unemployed:
Dormitory 525
Teaching Yoga and Meditation for Anxiety and Trauma

With Molly (Madhavi) Birkholm, USA
Tue 23 June Sun 28 June
With certificate of participation
The negative effects of anxiety and trauma are a major public health
concern and a source of enormous suffering in the world. Cutting-edge
clinical research confirms what yogis have known for thousands of
years: yoga practice can help to regulate your nervous system, integrate
past traumas held in the body, and allow you to regain a peaceful sense
of wholeness.
In this training, yoga teachers will:
Gain a basic understanding of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and
other trauma and anxiety-related physical and mental health issues.
Understand the impact of trauma and anxiety on the nervous system.
Discover what clinical research has revealed as 'best practices' for
addressing trauma and anxiety.
Learn to skillfully choose, introduce, and teach evidence-based
practices for both trauma and anxiety-related symptoms in a variety
of populations, including those suffering trauma from accidents;
physical, emotional, or sexual abuse; natural disasters; and individuals
with general anxiety.
Daily schedule: 6am morning meditation, 8 yoga class, 10am brunch,
123pm course, 4pm separate yoga class, 6pm dinner, 8pm evening
meditation.
Molly (Madhavi) Birkholm is an experienced Sivananda Yoga
Instructor and a certified iRest Yoga Nidra Instructor. She leads retreats
and workshops around the world and specializes in treating trauma
(Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) through yoga and meditation.
Nonviolent Communication Practice Days
Course rates:
Dormitory 454
Shared room 483
Double room 586
Single room 641
& the unemployed:
Dormitory 424
With Deborah Bellamy, Vienna

Sun 28 June Thu 2 July
With certificate of participation for 52 training units (16 of which are for
nonviolent communication)
Topics
The heart of nonviolent communication
What is communication that blocks compassion?
Identifying and expressing emotions
The power of empathy
Self-empathy
Transforming anger and guilt
Expressing appreciation and thankfulness
Daily schedule: 6am morning meditation, 8am yoga class, 10am brunch,
13:45pm course, 4pm yoga class, 6pm dinner, 8pm evening meditation.
Deborah Bellamy is a trained coach in Nonviolent Communication
in the tradition of American psychologist and communication trainer
Marshall Rosenberg.
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Yoga and Healing Herbs
Course rates:
Dormitory 454
Shared room 483
Double room 586
Single room 641
& the unemployed:
Dormitory 424
With Brigitte Addington, Germany

Wed 1 July Sun 5 July
Fascinating insights into herbs, hedges, trees and roots from both traditional folk medicine and modern science. Wild greens for body, mind and
spirit in the idyllic Tyrolean mountains!
Topics
History of medicinal and wild plant lore
Basics of phytotherapy
Nature's apothecary on the wayside: "Weeds" as healing plants
Active ingredients and applications
Vitamin-rich dishes and delicious drinks
Healing herbs used as cosmetics and special recipes
Tuning into the spirits of plants
Closing ceremony, summary
brunch, 122pm herbs lecture, 35pm workshops or excursion, 6pm
dinner, 8pm evening meditation. Changes to the schedule may occur.
Brigitte Addington is a specialist nurse and certified medicinal plant
expert. She is founder and director of the Worldwide Communication
Centre for Herbalists in Erlangen, Germany.
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How Yoga Works The Scientific Perspective
Accessible Yoga
Course rates:
Dormitory 1,144
Shared room 1,188
Double room 1,426
Single room 1,556
& the unemployed:
Dormitory 1,069
With Jivana Heyman, San Francisco, California

Fri 10 July Sun 19 July
In this practical 9-day programme you will learn how to adapt a classical
asana class to the needs of students with physical disabilities or chronic
illness, the elderly, and people with injuries. This can range from teaching
slightly modified classes, to entire classes taught in a chair or in a bed.
The course focuses on the practical application of yoga techniques and
the psychological insight necessary for helping students with disabilities
no matter what their age to better utilise yoga.
Curriculum (excerpt):
Yoga anatomy and physiology of the ageing process
How to empower people with disabilities by giving them a deeper
understanding of the yoga teachings
Using additional tools such as a chair, a blanket, a strap and a cushion
How to create a positive group dynamic
Deepen your personal practice of asanas, pranayama and meditation
Certificate: Students receive a certificate recognised by the Yoga Alliance
that will enable yoga teachers and health professionals to teach yoga to
students with disabilities.
Daily schedule: 6am morning meditation, 810am course lecture,
10am brunch, 123pm course workshop, 4pm yoga class, 6pm dinner,
8pm study time or course.
Jivana Heyman is Director of Teachers Training programmes at the
Integral Yoga Institute in San Francisco, California. After many years
of personal training in the gurukula yoga tradition, Jivana focuses on
teaching yoga for people with disabilities.
Course rates:
Dormitory 454
Shared room 483
Double room 586
Single room 641
& the unemployed:
Dormitory 424
With Cordula Interthal (Chandrika), gynaecologist, Munich

Sun 19 July Thu 23 July
As yoga becomes more popular, scientists are starting to prove what
yogis have known for millennia: Yoga is a complete system for physical
and mental health. In this 5-day certificate course we look at how yoga
works by combining scientific findings with the description of yogic
effects in the classical yogic scriptures. You will get a detailed overview
on the many diseases, conditions and physiological functions on which
yoga has a positive effect and learn how the scientific process works.
The topics of the course are applied in the daily asana and pranayama
workshops.
Topics
Physiological effects of yoga (asanas, pranayama, meditation, relaxation and yogic diet)
Understanding common diseases and health conditions
The effects of yoga on health and disease (heart disease, diabetes,
stress, chronic pain, back pain, mental health, cancer, brain, longevity,
and much more)
Using this knowledge for your personal yoga practice and as a yoga
teacher
Combining yogic understanding with western scientific methods
Understanding scientific studies
Yoga as Medicine: The Yogic Prescription for Health and Healing by
Timothy McCall, Bantam Dell
Yoga Asanas by Swami Sivananda, Divine Life Society
brunch, 122:30pm course, 4pm separate yoga class, 6pm dinner, 8pm
evening meditation.
Chandrika is a medical doctor and a Sivananda Yoga Teacher. She
teaches anatomy and physiology in the Sivananda Yoga Teachers'
Training Courses in Europe and has a keen interest in scientific research
on yoga.
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The Yoga of Sleep
Healthy Cooking with Ayurveda
Course rates:
Dormitory 564
Shared room 583
Double room 696
Single room 751
& the unemployed:
Dormitory 529
With Sanjay and Anjani Kulkarni (MD)

Ayurveda experts, Pune, India
Mon 20 July Fri 24 July
You will learn how to cook dishes for two and for
larger groups of family and friends that will make
everyone happy the figure-conscious, the vegetarian connoisseurs,
the hobby chefs as well as you, the host. Cooking together and sharing
meals is an important and wonderful part of community living. Learn to
prepare exquisite Ayurvedic dishes which are both simple to prepare and
easy on your wallet.
There will be one lecture and one cooking workshop daily. Mostly
organic, regionally sourced ingredients will be used.
Grains This most important dietary staple will be prepared in a variety
of ways. Eating whole grains on a regular basis is good for your blood
sugar level and prevents obesity.
Beans, lentils & co Pulses are often frowned upon, but they are an
ideal source of protein and iron. Properly prepared, they are delicious.
Vegetables Full of minerals and secondary plant nutrients, vegetables
are essential for good health. When prepared carefully in a low-calorie
manner, they add variety to our diet.
Do it yourself Healthy sweets, yogurt and fresh, aromatic flat breads.
Spices The spices in the Ayurvedic kitchen apothecary can relieve and
even help prevent many illnesses.
Healthy diet for your body type A core teaching of Ayurveda is the
principle of different body types. Understanding your body type is very
helpful when making food and lifestyle choices. With body type determination and individual tips.
The six tastes Sweet, sour, salty, bitter, astringent and pungent are the
six tastes that make an Ayurvedic meal complete. They ensure good
digestion and optimal absorption, as well as satisfying the taste buds.
121:30pm lecture, 36pm cooking workshop, 6pm dinner, 8pm evening
meditation.
Mr and Mrs Kulkarni have spent the last 20 years teaching Ayurveda
around the world. They use their profound expertise to give practical
advice on how to prevent disease and develop radiant health.
Course rates:
Dormitory 340
Shared room 360
Double room 474
Single room 480
Special rates
for students &
the unemployed:
Dormitory 312
Sacred and Scientific Approaches to Sleep and Dreams

With Rubin Naiman, PhD
Mon 20 July Thu 23 July
Deep, refreshing sleep and dreams are the cornerstone of well-being and
an essential foundation for spiritual practice. Research has linked sleep
problems and dream loss to depression, obesity and other serious illnesses.
Based on an integrative body, mind and spirit approach to sleep and
dreams, this informative and consciousness enhancing program addresses
insomnia through engaging discussion as well as experiential practices.
The course objective is to identify biomedical, psychological and environmental factors contributing to insomnia; discuss essential psycho-spiritual
factors in sleep and dream issues; define the core dimensions of waking
dream-work and its personal applications.
123pm course, 45:45 course workshop, 6pm dinner, 8pm evening meditation.
Dr Rubin Naiman is a psychologist, sleep specialist and clinical assistant
professor of medicine at the University of Arizona's Center for Integrative
Medicine. He is an internationally recognised leader in integrative sleep
and dream medicine. Dr Naiman is the author of Healing Night: The Science
and Spirit of Sleeping, Dreaming and Awakening.
Healing Spaces
Course rates:
Dormitory 378
Shared room 406
Double room 472
Single room 412
Special rates
for students &
the unemployed:
Dormitory 348
with Olga Mandodari Sokolova, certified Vastu teacher

Wed 29 July Sat 1 August
Create Your Healing Home: Modern Applications of Vedic Teachings
Peace at home is crucial and attainable. We can create more peaceful
environments at home by gaining a deeper understanding of the qualities
of space itself. Ancient Indian teachings describe how to reach maximum
tranquility in the home through proper design and construction. This subject is called Vaastu Shastra or Vaastuvidya.
This interactive four-day workshop will incorporate hands-on practice,
multimedia, and lecture to teach you how to design a house with healing
properties or make an existing home more harmonious.
123pm course, 4pm yoga class, 6pm dinner, 8pm evening meditation.
Olga Mandodari Sokolova, PhD, a Certified Vaastu Shastra consultant,
studied at the International Institute of Mayonic Science & Technology
in Chennai, India, under Dr. V. Sthapati Ganapati. Dr Ganapati was an
internationally renowned architect from South India who applied Vaastu
principles to his architectural designs. Mrs Sokolova earned her M.S. in Civil
Engineering from the Architectural University of St. Petersburg, Russia.
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Yoga & Psychology
Course rates:
Dormitory 570
Shared room 600
Double room 735
Single room 800
& the unemployed:
Dormitory 525
Understanding the human mind from the holistic perspective of the East
With Dr Uma Krishnamurthi, psychiatrist, Bangalore, India
Sat 8 August Thu 13 August
5-day practical seminar for yoga practitioners and yoga teachers.
Inspiring observations on the human mind from the analytical viewpoint
of the West and the holistic perspective of the East.
Topics:
Eastern and Western psychology
Dealing with negative emotions
Yoga and mental balance
Consciousness, subconsciousness and intuition
Restoring inner harmony
What is radiant mental health?
brunch, 123:30pm course, 4pm yoga class, 6pm dinner, 8pm evening
meditation
Dr Krishnamurthi is a psychiatrist who specialises in an integral
application of Eastern and Western psychology. She learned yoga and
meditation as a child under highly respected yoga masters.
Dr Krishnamurthi gives lectures at symposia and seminars worldwide.
Preview 2016
Yoga Teachers Training Courses (TTC)

Living and learning yoga
Diploma from
the International
Sivananda Yoga
Vedanta Centres
401 training units
200 hours standard
(Yoga Alliance, USA)
Dates in Reith near Kitzbhel, Tyrol, Austria

2015
2016
9 May 7 June 2015

25 July 23 August 2015
29 August 27 September 2015
12 December 2015 10 January 2016
30 April 29 May 2016

30 July 28 August 2016
3 September 2 October 2016
17 December 2016 15 January 2017
Training costs
Including room & board
and VAT. All rates subject
to a visitor's tax. Prices
valid until 31.12.2015.
150 Early Bird Bonus
and 75 Partner Special
(do not apply to reduced
rates)
Yoga of the Heart

With Nischala Joy Devi, USA
2016: Fri 5 August Sun 14 August
A comprehensive 9-day intensive course on teaching yoga to
cardiac and cancer patients. Recommended for yoga teachers and
health professionals with a yoga practice background.
56 hours of theory and practice daily, leading to an integral experience
that will enhance ones teaching skills and ones own practice.
Swami Vishnudevananda developed the first yoga teachers training course

(TTC) in the West in 1969 as part of his vision of universal peace: The
more people experience peace within, the more this peace will manifest
in outward action. In this way, a glow of peace envelops the world. Today
the yoga teachers training courses are under the supervision of senior
instructors who were personally trained by Swami Vishnudevananda.
The goal of this training programme is to produce qualified and inspiring
yoga teachers who are able to draw on their own practice and personal
discipline in imparting the yoga experience to others. To date, over 35,000
certified yoga teachers have completed the Sivananda Yoga Teachers
Training Course, with another 1,000 graduates worldwide each year.

Dormitory
Shared room
Double room
Single room
May & September

2,715
3,045
3,730
4,045
August & December

3,165
3,285
3,730
4,045
Special rates for students & the unemployed:

May & September
Dormitory
2,050
August & December

2,565
Dates in Rudraprayag, Himalayas, India, see page 57

2015
2016
28 February 29 March 2015

17 October 15 November 2015

Training costs:
Including room &
board. Prices valid until
31.12.2015.
2,390
2,940
3,690
Triple room:
Double room:
Single room:
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TRAINING COURSES
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Curriculum
Asanas (yoga postures) The daily practice

with individual correction comprises: Sun
Salutation The 12 basic postures 100
asana variations from intermediate to
advanced Posture alignment Deep relaxation with autosuggestion
Pranayama Kapalabhati (lung cleansing exercise) Anuloma Viloma (alternate nostril
breathing) Samanu (mental cleansing of
the Nadis) and the 8 main Pranayamas
Kriyas (organ cleansing) Cleansing of the
eyes, the nose and the digestive tract
Teaching practice How to teach the 12
basic postures and breathing exercises to
beginners and intermediate students
Detailed correction workshops and teaching
one another in small groups
Hatha Yoga Ethical and moral principles
Body, Prana (vital energy) and mind
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Anatomy & physiology Health benefits of
the yoga exercises
Yogic diet and nutrition Vegetarianism
Yogic dietary rules and fasting
Meditation Meditation guidelines and
mantras (meditation sounds)
Bhagavad Gita Study of this classical yoga
scripture with commentaries
Bhakti Yoga Chanting of classical Sanskrit
mantras Traditional Indian rituals
Karma Yoga The law of cause and effect
Selfless action
Raja Yoga The 8 steps of Raja Yoga
Functions of the mind
Kundalini Yoga The awakening of the cosmic
energy in man
Jnana Yoga Basic philosophical definitions
The 3 bodies
More courses
DAT E S :
Fri 16.1 Sun 18.1
Fri 13.2 Sun 25.2
Fri 27.3 Sun 29.3
Fri 19.6 Sun 21.6
Fri 31.7 Sun 2.8
Fri 9.10 Sun 11.10
Fri 27.11 Sun 29.11
Course languages
In May: German
International courses in August, September & December: English.
Simultaneous translation into other languages is available via a modern
wireless translation system (rental fee).
Application and further details: To apply for a course or get more
information on the curriculum, daily schedule, teaching material, tuition fees,
arrival and departure, Yoga Alliance, etc., please visit:
www.sivananda.org/tyrol Telephone info: +43 5356 67404 28, 11am4pm
France www.sivananda.org/orleans
Spain www.sivananda.org/madrid
Poland and Lithuania www.sivananda.eu
Weekend Yoga Teachers' Training Prep Courses 2015

Asana and pranayama practice with individual correction Introduction to
meditation and mantra chanting Overview of the TTC subjects Information
about the certificate of completion and number of training units How to
get there, daily schedule and rates Q&A; individual recommendations
Travel and visa information
Course rate: from 160
Including room & board, see page 83
Also suitable for newcomers.
Advanced Yoga Teachers

Training Courses (ATTC)
Diploma from the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres
437 training units (45 minutes per unit)
500 hours standard (Yoga Alliance, USA)
Both courses in English and German.
The four-week course in advanced yoga techniques was established
in 1978 by Swami Vishnudevananda. It expands horizons and brings a
wealth of new experiences which will enrich your teaching skills.
Prices valid until 31.12.2015.
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Curriculum
The detailed daily practice of Pranayama
leads to the experience of Prana (vital

energy) at its subtle level.
Advanced asana classes open up higher
levels in your Hatha Yoga practice and in
your own teaching.
The anatomy and physiology lectures show
the connection between the nervous and
endocrine systems and its parallels in the
yogic model of Prana and the mind.
Study of Jnana Yoga and contemplation of
the Self.
Comprehensive study of the Raja Yoga Sutras
Practical instructions on mind control and
meditation
The introduction to Sanskrit, repetition
of Mantras, Kirtan chanting and temple

ceremonies are a further step to a deeper
understanding of the great spiritual culture
of India.
Dates in Reith near Kitzbhel, Tyrol, Austria

9 May 7 June 2015
30 April 29 May 2016
Course rates in Reith near Kitzbhel

Including room & board and VAT. All rates subject to a visitor's tax.
150 Early Bird Bonus and 75 Partner Special
(do not apply to reduced rates)
Dormitory
3,165
Shared room
3,285
Double room
3,730
Single room
4,045
Special rate for students & the unemployed
Dormitory 2,565
Dates in Rudraprayag, Himalayas, India, see page 57

Course rates in Rudraprayag

Triple room
2,390
Double room
2,940
Single room
3,690
More courses
Prerequisite: TTC diploma of the Sivananda Yoga Teachers' Training

Course
The course will be taught in English with translation into German via a
modern wireless translation system (rental fee).
Registration and further details:
To apply for the course or get more information on the curriculum, daily
schedule, teaching material, tuition fees, arrival and departure, Yoga
Alliance, etc., please visit: www.sivananda.org/tyrol
France www.sivananda.org/orleans
Poland www.sivananda.eu
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International Courses in
Rudraprayag, Himalayas, North India
Sadhana Intensive (2 weeks)

Established in 1980 by Swami Vishnudevananda
Diploma from the International Sivananda Yoga
Vedanta Centres
173 teaching units (45 minutes each)
Dates at the Ashram de Yoga Sivananda,

Orlans, France
14 28 August 2015
In English, French, German and Spanish.
Course rates in Orlans
Own tent
Shared room (3 6 beds)
Furnished tent (2 beds)
Double room
Furnished tent (1 bed)
Single room (no private bath)
980
1,190
1,190
1,500
1,500
1,700
Curriculum
Asanas Basic postures and advanced
variations
Pranayama Concentrated periods of Pranayama of progressive intensity
Mudras, Bandhas & mantras Discussion
and practice of the advanced Hatha Yoga
techniques
Meditation Daily group meditation, practice
of Mouna (observing silence)
Spiritual diary Self-analysis
Prerequisite: TTC diploma of the Sivananda Yoga
Teachers' Training Course
The course will be taught in English with simultaneous translation into French, German and
Spanish using a wireless translation system (rental fee). For further details and registration, visit
www.sivananda.org/orleans
Prices valid until 31.12.2015.
Dates in Rudraprayag, Himalayas, India

See page 57
Course rates in Rudraprayag
Triple room
1,090
Double room
1,370
Single room
1,745
Study of scriptures
Viveka Chudamani by Sri Sankaracharya:
Practical ways to realise the Self

Srimad Bhagavatam by Vyasa Maharishi:
Opening of the heart as key to accessing the

deepest levels of Hatha Yoga
Hatha Yoga Pradipika by Yogi Swatmarama:
Classical discourse on Asanas, Pranayama,
Mudras, Bandhas and Kundalini
Rudraprayag is an ancient piligrimage town

(20,000 inhabitants) at the point of confluence
of the Alaknanda and Mandakini, which are
both tributaries to the River Ganges. Altitude
of 890 m, 370 km away from Delhi. The area
carries the spiritual thought currents of gener
ations of spiritual seekers and pilgrims who
walked and prayed in these pristine natural
surroundings.
Monal Resort is located 3 km from Rudraprayag, on 3 acres (1.2 hectares) of pristine
land, and surrounded on three sides by the
lesser Himalayan Range. Spacious rooms
(13 beds) with a private bathroom (Western

standard).
Excursions are possible on the lecturefree day: Rudraprayag (3 km), Rudranath
Temple (2 km), Koteshwar Temple (3 km),
Agastyamuni (23 km), Kartik Swami (38 km).
Course language: English with simultaneous
translation into German, French, Spanish
available via a modern wireless translation
system (rental fee). Please enquire for details
on Italian and Russian translation.
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TRAINING COURSES
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International Courses in Rudraprayag, Himalayas, North India

TTC / ATTC Course Rates
Including room & board.
Prices valid until
31.12.2015.
Triple room: 2,390
Double room: 2,940
Single room: 3,690
Teachers Training Course (TTC)

TTC curriculum see page 52
Advanced Teachers Training Course (ATTC)

ATTC curriculum see page 55
Special Programmes during TTC and ATTC

Bhakti Yoga Acharya Sri Venugopal Goswami, Vrindavan, North India
Bhagavata Saptaha seven-day spiritual discourse with live music (bansuri,
shanai, harmonium, vocals, various percussion instruments)
Shanti Kumar Kamlesh, Ayurveda Acharya, Lucknow, India:
Lectures on healthy diet according to Ayurveda. Personal health consultations available (extra cost)
Classical temple ceremonies: Puja (ritual of worship) and Homa (fire
ceremony) with local Pundits (priests)
Course rates (SI)
Including room & board.
Prices valid until
31.12.2015.
Triple room: 1,090
Double room: 1,370
Single room: 1,745
Sadhana Intensive (2 weeks)

173 teaching units (45 minutes each)
SI curriculum see page 56
To apply for one of the courses or get more information on the curriculum,
daily schedule, teaching material, tuition fees, arrival and departure,
visas, Yoga Alliance, etc.: visit www.sivananda.eu
Contact person: Swami Vidyananda
Tel. +43 5356 67 404 28 Mon Sat 11am 4pm
rudraprayag-himalayas@sivananda.net
India Pilgrimage 2015

Himalayas: Yoga Sadhana at the Source of Ancient Wisdom
With Swamis and staff
of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres in Europe
Delhi Rudraprayag Badrinath Rishikesh Haridwar Delhi
Yoga Retreat in Monal Resort, Rudraprayag

Swami Sivananda and the Divine Life Society in
Bhagavata Saptaha with Sri Venugopal
Rishikesh
Goswami, visits to Koteshwar Mahadev temple,
Mahasamadhi shrine, Ananda Kutir (private
Chamunda Devi temple and Rudranath temple,
house), Vishvanath Siva temple, Bhajan hall
day excursion to Kartik Swami temple with
and meditation on the banks of the Ganges
panoramic view of the Himalayan peaks.
Badrinath, the Source of the Ganges
At 3100 metres above sea level, Badrinath is
the most important of the four sources of the
Ganges. Meditation in Badrinath temple and in
the cave of Sage Vyasa
Haridwar, one of the holiest places of worship

in India
Evening Arati on the Ganges, visit to Daksh
Prajapati Siva temple and the ashram of
Anandamayi Ma
Prices and further details are available beginning 1.1.2015 at www.sivananda.eu
Further Training for Yoga Teachers

With a certificate of participation for training
units (TUs), 45 minutes each
Recognised for programmes of study at the
Open International University (www.iiihs.org)
Detailed practice and in-depth instruction of
teaching methods with senior instructors of
the Yoga Retreat House. The courses are based
on teaching material from Swami Sivananda
and Swami Vishnudevananda, insights from
modern health sciences, and more than 50
years teaching experience of the Sivananda
Yoga Centres in the West. The Q&A in detailed
correction workshops will give you new ideas
for your own teaching practice.
Prerequisite: TTC diploma of the Sivananda
Yoga Teachers' Training Course
Graduates of other teacher trainings: please
contact tyrol@sivananda.net
All course rates include room and board.
Any course activities taught in German will be
simultaneously translated into English using a
wireless translation system.
Unless stated otherwise, the courses begin at
4pm on the arrival day and end at approx. 2pm
on the day of departure.
For registration and further details, visit
Prices valid until 31.12.2015
The Art of Correcting Asanas

With certificate of participation for 26 training units per weekend
Coming into, holding and coming out of the asana Communicating
the physical and mental benefits, as well as contraindications Counter-
poses and relaxation techniques, asana sequence Planes of movement
of the spine and joints Dealing with imbalances of muscle length and
muscle strength Conscious breathing and relaxation in the asana
Study and practice of the major asana cycles Easy variations for rusty
students Recognising posture problems and limitations Detailed
training in the correction workshop
Textbook: Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion
Backward Bending Asanas & Meditation Postures

Fri 13 February Sun 15 February
Systematic training of the back muscles
Improving kyphosis (rounded back) and avoiding lordosis
Asanas and vital capacity
Mudras and focal points in the meditation posture
Rates per weekend:

Inverted & Standing Poses
Dormitory 177
Fri
13 March Sun 15 March
Share room 184
Strength
and flexibility in the shoulder and pelvic regions
Double room 220
Single room 248 Dealing appropriately with contraindications
Improving postural alignment in the pose
Special rates for students The complete headstand workshop
& the unemployed
Dormitory 157
Forward Bending Asanas & Sitting Poses

Fri 23 October Sun 25 October
The muscle and connective tissue connection from the toes to the
eyebrows
Where to let go and where to hold
How to bring the foot behind the head
Key to deep relaxation
Dormitory
Share room
Double room
Single room
Rates:
207
219
268
293
Yoga over 50
Fri 3 April Sun 5 April (Easter)

Adapted yoga postures
This course shows how to effectively and safely integrate older people
Special rates for students into a basic asana class. In addition, asana class models specifically for
& the unemployed seniors are practised and explained.
Dormitory 192 Warm-up exercises
Asana variations for people with limited flexibility
Special care for the back
How the proper diet improves digestion and relieves joint pain
The triangle of life and the eternal youth of the soul
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TRAINING COURSES
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62
63
Dormitory
Share room
Double room
Single room
Rates:
394
438
526
576

& the unemployed
Dormitory 369
TRAINING COURSES
Yoga & Anatomy

Wed 13 May Sun 17 May
PowerPoint presentations with detailed examples for application in the
yoga class and in ones own practice.
Musculature and connective tissue
The six planes of movement
Checking body posture with the plumb line
Brain and autonomic nervous system in the asana
Vital capacity, physical energy and subtle energy
Theory and practice of the Kriyas (6 in theory, 5 in practice)
Textbooks: The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga, Swami
Vishnudevananda; Anatomy of Hatha Yoga, H. David Coulter
Swami Sivadasananda, senior student of Swami Vishnudevananda,
has taught at workshops and Yoga Teachers Training Courses around
the world for many years. He is a dynamic, precise and knowledgeable
instructor.
Yoga during Pregnancy
Dormitory
Share room
Double room
Single room
Rates:
207
219
268
293

& the unemployed
Dormitory 192
With Ursula Mder (Padmavati), Berlin

Fri 12 June Sun 14 June
Step-by-step adaptation of the asanas and pranayama as the pregnancy progresses
Gentle asana corrections corresponding to the physical and mental
situation of the expecting mother
Exercise plan for pregnant women, month by month
Diet for mother and child
Postnatal yoga
Ursula Mder (Padmavati) is a midwife, mother and experienced yoga
teacher at the Sivananda Yoga Centre Berlin.
Yoga Body-Work
Dormitory
Share room
Double room
Single room
Rates:
318
331
397
437
Special rates for

students &
the unemployed
Dormitory 288
Thu 18 June Sun 21 June

With Swami Keshavananda, Co-Director of the Sivananda Yoga Retreat
House
Hands-on workshops for yoga teachers:
Asana exercise programmes improve ones control over both body and
breath and are complementary to all kinds of sports.
Asana corrections for intermediate & advanced students:
Identifying common posture faults in the asanas
Working towards proper muscle length and strength
Stretch pain and pressure pain
Practical information and tips on:
Anatomical details in the class vocabulary
Flow of energy in speech & body posture
Mental and spiritual tuning
Intensive practice for yoga teachers:
Muscle tone and holding the postures
Proper stretching in the backwards bend
Complete breath training in the asanas
Swami Keshavananda is co-director and long-time staff of the
Sivananda Yoga Retreat House, where he is in charge of many projects.
He is a natural and dynamic teacher.
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Precision in the Asanas:

Refining Your Teaching Skills
Dormitory
Share room
Double room
Single room
Rates:
394
438
526
576

& the unemployed
Dormitory 369
With Prema Arenas Bonansea, Sivananda yoga teacher from Argentina

Wed 29 July Sun 2 August
Four detailed practical classes
Better understanding of muscles and movement in the asanas
Step-by-step approach to advanced variations
Being mindful of details to get the maximum benefit from the
asanas
Guiding practitioners through preparatory exercises to more
challenging variations
Four workshops on improving your teaching skills
Understanding and teaching the mechanics of advanced asanas
How to correct and adjust advanced asanas
Showing students how to avoid injury
How to use the Sivananda Yoga book Yoga: Your Home Practice
Companion for advanced yoga classes
Language: English
Prema Arenas Bonansea is from Argentina and is an inspiring
practitioner and teacher of yoga in Taiwan. She teaches with great
precision and awareness of details. She also modelled for the illustrations in the Sivananda book, Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion.
Yoga for Children
Rates:
Dormitory 207 , Share room 219 , Double room 268 , Single room 293
Special rates for students & the unemployed:
Dormitory 192
Swami Durgananda, Yoga Acharya, is a

senior disciple of Swami Vishnudevananda
and director of the European Sivananda
Yoga Vedanta Centres. She founded the
Sivananda Yoga Retreat House in 1998.
Her practical and intuitive style of teaching
is the result of intensive practice and over
40 years of teaching experience. She is
the author of a commentary on the Yoga
Sutras of Patanjali and The Inner Path.
Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya,
is a senior disciple of Swami Vishnudevananda and has been teaching in yoga
teachers training courses and workshops
around the world for many years with
profound knowledge and a dynamic and
precise teaching style. He is the author
of the books Sivananda Beginners Guide
to Yoga and Yoga Your Home Practice
Companion.
Swami Ramapriyananda is a disciple of
Swami Vishnudevananda and the director of the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House.
She is a very experienced teacher with
great attention to detail and conveys a
natural spirituality.
Swami Keshavananda is the co-director

and a long-time staff of the Retreat
House. He is a natural and dynamic
teacher. Swami Keshavananda is in
charge of many projects at the Retreat
House.
Swami Vidyananda is a long-time staff

of the European Sivananda Yoga Centres.
She teaches with a deep understanding,
providing detailed individual guidance.
She is the coordinator of the TTCs in
North India.
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Narayani has an excellent asana

practice and demonstrates and teaches
with ease and detail. Her area of
expertise is healthy vegetarian cooking.
Saraswati is an inspiring yoga practitioner, translator and enthusiastic yoga

teacher. She is responsible for the yoga
shop and the Retreat House reception.
Vishnupriya supports the Retreat House

with organisation and administration.
Her yoga teaching is characterized by
patience and love for detail.
Mahadev was a long-term staff of the

Sivananda Yoga Centre in Madrid. He
is a dedicated yoga practitioner and
instructor and teaches classes in English.
Merry Thomas (Mira), Ayurveda

massage therapist from South India,
offers Ayurvedic full-body oil massages
for women. She trained at the Kuttielavil
Ayurvedic Centre and Institute, Kottayam,
South India.
Aloisia Wakolbinger, is a certified
masseuse and massage therapist.
She offers classical massage, manual
lymphatic drainage, shiatsu and craniosacral therapy.
The Therapists
Fri 9 October Sun 11 October

Yoga in childhood gives young people the best foundation for life.
Though the exercise programme is playfully adapted to the age and
circumstances of the participants, children with their ageless soul often
react more profoundly to the asanas than adults do.
Yoga, the best foundation for healthy development
Learning by imitation
Playful concentration exercises for better learning
Yoga class models for various age groups
Vegetarian diet for children
The Staff
of the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House
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Yoga Accessories
We will be happy to advise you on the choice of the appropriate yoga accessories:
Yoga mats, meditation shawls, outfits, a suitable cushion and books according to
your interests. We stock standard works on Hatha Yoga, health, yoga philosophy,
meditation, Ayurveda and vegetarian cooking. You will find a fine selection of
classical Indian and meditative music CDs.
Visit the Sivananda Online Shop at www.sivananda.org/tyrol
The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga

The modern classic on the theory and
practice of yoga. With complete training
tables for beginners and advanced
students. 25.80
Sivananda Book of Chants

Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres
It includes chants that are sung
regularly at all Sivananda Yoga
Vedanta Centres and Ashrams.
With translation and explanation
of the Sanskrit texts. 19.50
Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion

With anatomical illustrations, asana
practice programmes for beginner,
intermediate and advanced students,
information on pranayama, relaxation
and meditation, diet plan with over 40
vegetarian recipes. 22.50
Sivananda Upanishad
This compilation of hand written
letters by Swami Sivananda to his
disciples around the world can be
used for inspiration in ones daily
meditation. 22
Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres CDs

1 NEW: Yoga@Home 32 + 32 audio CD. The two yoga sessions
on this CD give you perfect instruction for continuing your asana
practice at home.
2 Yoga@Home: A guided yoga class on CD. Includes a beautifully
illustrated booklet with photos of the asanas (demonstrated by
Swami Vishnudevananda). Equally suited for beginners and advanced
students. 18.90
3 Yoga Chants of India: Meditative singing by Swamis of the
Sivananda Ashrams in Europe. With booklet. 17.90
Sivananda Beginners' Guide to Yoga

Systematic introduction to the postures,
breathing and relaxation. 22.50
The Sivananda Companion to Yoga

Everything you wanted to know about
yoga, with clear illustrations and tips for
beginners and advanced students alike.
25.50
4 Kirtan: Spiritual songs and Mantras for daily meditation sung by

Swamis of the Sivananda Ashrams in Europe. With booklet. 17.90
5 Thank you Swamiji: Spiritual songs and Mantras sung by Swami
Sivadasananda. With booklet. 17.90
Yoga Cushions With buckwheat hull filling. Cotton cover is removable

and washable. With zipper and inner cushion.
Round Cushion diameter: 25 cm, height 12 cm 48
Half-moon Cushion width: 44 cm, height 12 cm 49
Rectangular Cushion width: 40 cm, height 10 cm 46
Yoga mats Non-slip, environmentally friendly yoga mats in different
designs, from 24
Yoga Mind & Body

Over 500 photos explain, step by step,
how to perform the exercises. Typical
mistakes are illustrated. 23.50
The Yoga Cookbook

Vegetarian recipes tasty, easy to
prepare, healthy for body and mind.
25.80
Meditation and Matras

A description of the four yoga paths,
in theory and practice. 16.40
Vishnudevananda Upadesa
These extracts are taken from talks by
Swami Vishnudevananda from 1975
until 1990, a time dedicated to the
establishment of the Sivananda Yoga
Vedanta Centres as well as Swamijis
personal commitment to world peace.
19.50
Swamiji Said
A collection of teachings by Swami
Vishnudevananda in his own words.
24.50
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

Commentary by Swami Durgananda
A complete guide on how to analyse
and control ones thoughts. 24.50
NEW RELEASE
The Inner Path
Swami Durgananda
A mosaic of practical yogic inspirations
for a healthy, ethical and peaceful
life. 9
BOOKS
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2015 Calendar
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February
For a detailed description of the yoga vacation programmes, see

pages 1522. For the daily schedule, see page 8.
Fri, 30.1 Sun, 1.2
Sivananda Beginners Guide to Yoga (p. 16)
Fri, 30.1 Sun, 1.2
Yoga Relaxation Days (p. 20)
Unless stated otherwise, the vacation programmes begin at 4pm on

the day of arrival and end at the latest by 4pm on the day of departure.
Mon, 2.2 Fri, 6.2
Yoga Body Check (p. 16)
Yoga vacationers enrolling in more than one vacation programme

pay only one all-inclusive day rate. See page 83 for the rates (all
rates shown in the calendar are subject to a 1.80 visitor's tax per
person per night).
Mon, 2.2 Fri, 6.2
Yoga & Winter Magic (p. 20)
Fri, 6.2 Sun, 8.2
Asanas: Deepening the Practice (p. 17)
Fri, 6.2 Sun, 8.2
Mantra Retreat Healing Sounds (p. 21)
Sun, 8.2 Fri, 13.2

Certificate Course:
The Yogic Way of Cooking (p. 41)
Dorm 425 , Shared 450 , Double 530, Single 590
Reduced student & unemployed rate: Dorm 370
Mon, 9.2 Fri, 13.2
Expand Your Asanas: A Practice Week for the Intermediate Level (p. 17)
Mon, 9.2 Fri, 13.2
Vedanta A Clear Understanding of Ones Self (p. 22)
Mon, 12.1 Fri, 16.1 The Yoga Workshop Series (p. 16)
Fri, 13.2 Sun, 15.2
Yoga Teachers Training Prep Course (p. 53)
Mon, 12.1 Fri, 16.1 Inner Focus Inner Peace (p. 22)
Fri, 13.2 Sun, 15.2
Thought Power and Positive Thinking (p. 22)
Fri, 16.1 Sun, 18.1
Yoga@Home (p. 17)
Fri, 16.1 Sun, 18.1
Mon, 19.1 Fri, 23.1 Yoga Lifestyle (p. 19)
Fri, 13.2 Sun, 15.2

Further Training for Yoga Teachers: The Art of Correcting Asanas

Backward-Bending Asanas and Meditation Postures (p. 60)
Dorm 177 , Shared 184 , Double 220 , Single 248
Mon, 19.1 Fri, 23.1 Yoga & Winter Magic (p. 20)
Mon, 16.2 Fri, 20.2 Yoga Vitality Week (p. 19)
Fri, 23.1 Sun, 25.1
Yoga Fitness (p. 17)
Tue, 17.2 / 8pm
Sivaratri, the Night of Siva, spiritual celebration
Fri, 23.1 Sun, 25.1
Fri, 20.2 Sun, 22.2
Experiencing Meditation (p. 21)
Mon, 26.1 Fri, 30.1 Asanas Strength & Flexibility (p. 16)
Fri, 20.2 Sun, 22.2
Ayurveda, Yoga & Health (p. 18)
Mon, 26.1 Fri, 30.1 In Peace Lies Strength (p. 20)
Fri, 30.1 Sun, 1.2
Mon, 23.2 Fri, 27.2 Meditation Experiencing Inner Peace (p. 21)
Fri, 30.1 Sun, 1.2
Fri, 27.2 Sun, 1.3
Yoga The Gentle Approach with Mag. Silvia Swoboda (Padmavati) (p. 23)
Fri, 27.2 Sun, 1.3
Fri, 27.2 Sun, 1.3
January
Fri, 9.1 Sun, 11.1
Yoga Vacation Light (p. 20)
January rates:
Daily rates for yoga including accommodation: dormitory 80 , shared room: 85 ,
double room: 100 , single room: 112 , reduction from 7 nights. Separate prices for certificate
courses, further trainings and teacher trainings. Arrival/departure possible at any time, see p. 83
February rates
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March
Fri, 27.2 Sun, 1.3
Yoga The Gentle Approach with Mag. Silvia Swoboda (Padmavati) (p. 23)
Fri, 27.2 Sun, 1.3
Fri, 27.2 Sun, 1.3
Mon, 2.3 Fri, 6.3
Yoga Lifestyle (p. 19)
Mon, 2.3 Fri, 6.3
The Evolutionary Journey of Life (p. 22)
Fri, 6.3 Sun, 8.3
Yoga@Home (p. 17)
Fri, 6.3 Sun, 8.3
Mon, 9.3 Fri, 13.3
Asanas Strength & Flexibility (p. 16)
April
Mon, 9.3 Fri, 13.3
In Peace Lies Strength (p. 20)
Spring closing times (page 83): Sun, 12.4 / 2pm Tue, 5.5 / 2pm
Fri, 13.3 Sun, 15.3

Further Training for Yoga Teachers:

The Art of Correcting Asanas Inverted and Standing Poses (p. 61)
Mon, 30.3 Fri, 3.4 Yoga Body Check (p. 16)
Fri, 13.3 Sun, 15.3
Fri, 13.3 Sun, 15.3
Mon, 30.3 Sat, 4.4 Certificate Course: Diet and Health with Sigrid Siebert (p. 42)


March rates
double room: 100 , single room: 112 , reduction from 7 nights. Separate prices for certificate courses,
further trainings and teacher trainings. Arrival/departure possible at any time, see p. 83
Mon, 30.3 Fri, 3.4 Yoga and Mountain Magic (p. 19)
Mon, 30.3 Sat, 4.4

Certificate Course:
Diet and Health with Sigrid Siebert (p. 42)
Fri, 3.4 Mon, 6.4
Easter Yoga Retreat (p. 24)
Sat, 4.4 & Sun, 5.4

Changing Nature & Unchanging Existence:

two lectures with Swami Durgananda, Yoga Acharya
Fri, 3.4 Mon, 6.4
Power of Asana, workshops with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya
Fri, 20.3 Wed, 25.3 Certificate Course:

Yoga and Stress Management (p. 41)


Sat, 4.4 Mon, 6.4
Nutrition and Health with Sigrid Siebert
Fri 3.4 Mon, 6.4
Fri, 3. 4 Mon, 6.4
Mon, 23.3 Fri, 27.3 Expand Your Asanas: A Practice Week for the Intermediate Level (p. 17)

Yoga over 50 (p. 61)
Hanuman Jayanti, spiritual celebration
Fri, 20.3 Sun, 22.3
Fri, 20.3 Sun, 22.3
Fri, 27.3 Sun, 29.3
Fri, 3.4 Sun, 5.4

Fri, 27.3 Sun, 29.3
Mantra Retreat Healing Sounds (p. 21)
Sat, 4.4 / 8pm
Sat, 28.3 / 8pm
Rama Navami, spiritual celebration
Mon, 6.4 Sun, 12.4 Wisdom from the Mandukya Upanishad with Swami Kashi Muktananda
Mon, 30.3 Fri, 3.4
Mon, 6.4 Fri, 10.4
Mon, 23.3 Fri, 27.3 Vedanta A Clear Understanding of Ones Self (p. 22)
April rates:
72
73
May
Spring closing times (page 83): Sun, 12.4 / 2pm Tue, 5.5 / 2pm
Fri, 22.5 Mon, 25.5 Sivananda Beginners Guide to Yoga (p. 16)
Tue, 5.5 Fri, 8.5
Tue, 5.5 Fri, 8.5
Yoga and Mountain Magic (p. 19)
Mon, 25.5 Fri, 29.5 Meditation - Experiencing inner peace (p. 21)
Fri, 8.5 Sun, 10.5
Tue, 26.5 Tue, 2.6
Sat, 9.5 Sun, 7.6

Yoga Teachers Training Course (p. 51)

Dorm 2,715 , Shared 3,045 , Double 3,730 ,
Single 4,045
Reduced student & unemployed rate: Dorm 2,050
Wed, 27.5 Tue, 2.6 Eastern Wisdom Melodies with Sri Venugopal Goswami, India (p. 30)
Sat, 9.5 Sun 7.6

Advanced Yoga Teachers' Training Course (p. 54)

Dorm 3165 , Shared 3,285 , Double 3,730 ,
Single 4,045
Reduced student & unemployed rate: 2,760
Ayurveda Nutrition Special with S. K. Kamlesh, Ayurveda expert (p. 30)
Fri, 29.5 Sun, 31.5 Animal Communication with Beate Seebauer (p. 30)
Fri, 29.5 Sun, 31.5 Asanas: Deepening the Practice (p. 17)
May rates:
Mon, 11.5 Thu, 14.5 Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion (p. 18)
Mon, 11.5 Thu, 14.5 Yoga Vitality Week (p. 19)
Wed, 13.5 Sun 17.5 May Retreat (p. 26)
Fri, 15.5 & Sat, 16.5 Yoga in the Yoga Sutras, with Swami Durgananda, Yoga Acharya
June
Thu, 14.5 Sun, 17.5 Yoga and Health of the Internal Organs

Workshops with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya
Tue, 26.5 Tue, 2.6
Ayurveda Nutrition Special with S. K. Kamlesh, Ayurveda expert (p. 30)
Wed, 27.5 Tue, 2.6
Eastern Wisdom Melodies with Sri Venugopal Goswami, India (p. 30)
Wed, 13.5 Sun, 17.5 The Shoulderstand Cycle: workshops with Swami Narayanananda
Mon, 1.6 Fri, 5.6
The Yoga Workshop Series (p. 16)
Wed, 13.5 Sun, 17.5 South Indian Temple Meditations
Mon, 1.6 Fri, 5.6
Wed, 13.5 Sun, 17.5

Fri, 5.6. Sun, 7.6
Mon, 8.6 Fri, 12.6
Mon, 8.6 Fri, 12.6
Inner Focus Inner Peace (p. 22)

Yoga & Anatomy (p. 62)
Mon, 18.5 Fri, 22.5 Body Mind Balance (p. 19)

Fri, 22.5 Mon, 25.5 Special Whitsun Programme (p. 28)
Thu, 11.6 Sun, 14.6 Certificate Course:

Health for Meditation (p. 43)


Fri, 22.5 Sun, 24.5 Healing Power of Yoga

Lectures with Prof. Dr. Andreas Michalsen, Berlin
Fri, 12.6 Sun, 14.6
Yoga for 60 plus (p. 18)
Fri, 12.6 Sun, 14.6
Fri, 22.5 Mon, 25.5 Morning Meditations with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya
Fri, 22.5 Mon, 25.5 South Indian Temple Dance with Rajyashree Ramesh
Fri, 12.6 Sun, 14.6


Yoga during Pregnancy (p. 62)
Fri, 22.5 Mon, 25.5 Discovering Sanskrit with Nina Fallwell, England
Fri, 22.5 Mon, 25.5 Standing Postures: Firm and Relaxed, workshops with Swami Narayanananda
74
75
July
Fri, 19.6 Sun, 21.6
Fri, 19.6 Sun, 21.6
Sun, 28.6 Thu, 2.7

Fri, 19.6 Sun, 21.6
Mon, 29.6 Fri, 3.7
Healing through Deep Relaxation with Molly Birkholm (Madhavi) (p. 31)
Thu, 18.6 Sun, 21.6


Yoga Body-Work (p. 63)
Mon, 29.6 Fri, 3.7
Yoga Vitality Week (p. 19)
Wed, 1.7 Sun, 5.7
Renew your Energy with Yoga and Herbs with Brigitte Addington (p. 32)
Wed, 1.7 Sun, 5.7

Certificate Course:
Yoga and Healing Herbs with Brigitte Addington (p. 45)
Fri, 3.7 Sun, 5.7
Fri, 3.7 Sun, 5.7
Mon, 6.7 Fri, 10.7
The Yoga Workshop Series (p. 16)
Thu, 25.6 Sun, 28.6 Words as the Windows to Peace with Deborah Bellamy (p. 31)
Mon, 6.7 Fri, 10.7
Fri, 26.6 Sun, 28.6
Yoga@Home (p. 17)
Fri, 10.7 Sun, 12.7
Yoga@Home (p. 17)
Fri, 26.6 Sun, 28.6
Fri, 10.7 Sun, 12.7
Yoga, Mind and Brain with Christian Kayser (Jnaneshvara) (p. 32)
Sun, 28.6 Thu, 2.7

Certificate Course: Nonviolent Communication Practice Days

with Deborah Bellamy (p. 45)
Fri, 10.7 Sun, 19.7

Certificate Course:
Accessible Yoga with Jivana Heyman (p. 46)
Dorm 1,144 , Shared 1,188 , Double 1,426 , Single 1,556
Mon, 29.6 Fri, 3.7
Healing through Deep Relaxation with Molly Birkholm (Madhavi) (p. 31)
Sat, 11.7 & Sun, 12.7 Accessible Yoga: two lectures with Jivana Heyman (p. 32)
Mon, 29.6 Fri, 3.7
Yoga Vitality Week (p. 21)
Mon, 22.6 Fri, 26.6 Expand Your Asanas: A Practice Week for the Intermediate Level (p. 17)
Tue, 23.6 Sun, 28.6

Certificate Course:
Yoga and Trauma with Molly Birkholm (Madhavi) (p. 44)
June rates:
Certificate Course: Nonviolent Communication Practice Days

with Deborah Bellamy (p. 45)
Tue, 14.7 / 8pm
Swami Sivanandas Mahasamadhi, spiritual celebration
Tue. 14.7 Sun, 19.7 Ayurveda for the West with Sanjay and Anjani Kulkarni (MD) (p. 33)
Fri, 17.7 Sun, 19.7
Asanas: Deepening the Practice (p. 17)
Fri, 17.7 Sun, 19.7
Sat, 18.7 Mon, 20.7 Yoga of Sleep, lectures with Dr Rubin Naiman (p. 33)
Sun, 19.7 Thu, 23.7

Certificate Course: How Yoga Works: The Scientific Perspective with

Cordula Interthal (Chandrika) (p. 47)
76
77
August
Mon, 20.7 Fr, 24.7

Fri, 31.7 Sun, 2.8
Vegetarianism in the Light of Science with Dr Annika Waldmann (p. 34)
Fri, 31.7 Sun, 2.8
Fri, 31.7 Sun, 2.8
Mon, 3.8 Fri, 7.8
Fri, 24.7 Sun, 26.7
Mon, 3.8 Fri, 7.8
Sat, 25.7 Sun, 23.8

International Yoga Teachers Training Course (p. 51)

Single 4,045
Mon, 3.8 Thu, 6.8
Diving into the Asanas with Prema Arenas Bonansea (p. 35)
Fri, 7.8 Sun, 9.8
Fri, 7.8 Sun, 9.8
Sat, 8.8 Thu, 13.8

Certificate Course:
Yoga and Psychology with Dr Uma Krishnamurthi (p. 77)
Certificate Course: Healthy Cooking with Ayurveda

with Sanjay and Anjani Kulkarni (MD) (p. 48)

Sun, 26.7 Tue, 28.7 Healing Spaces (Vastu Shastra) with Olga Mandodari Sokolova (p. 34)
Wed, 29.7 Sat, 1.8

Certificate Course: Healing Spaces (Vastu Shastra)

with Olga Mandodari Sokolova (p. 49)
Wed, 29.7 Sun, 2.8

Further Training for Yoga Teachers: Precision in the Asanas:

Refining Your Teaching Skills with Prema Arenas Bonansea (p. 64)
Reduced student & unemployed rate: 369
Sat, 15.8 Fri, 21.8
Fri 31.7 / 8pm
Guru Purnima, spiritual celebration
Sat, 15.8 Tue, 18.8 Surya Namaskar, workshops with Swami Sivadasananda, Yoga Acharya (p. 37)
Fri, 31.7 Sun, 2.8
Vegetarianism in the Light of Science with Dr Annika Waldmann (p. 34)
Wed, 12.8 Fri, 14.8 Yoga and Psychology: two lectures with Dr Uma Krishnamurthi (p. 39)
Fri, 31.7 Sun, 2.8
Fri, 14.8 Sun, 16.8
Yoga@Home (p. 17)
Fri, 31.7 Sun, 2.8
Tue, 18.8 / 8pm
Ganesha Chaturthi, spiritual celebration
Tue, 18.8 Fri, 21.8
Tue, 18.8 Fri, 21.8
Fri, 21.8 Sun, 23.8
July rates:
Wed, 12.8 Sat, 22.8 Yoga Summer Days (p. 36)
Eastern Wisdom Melodies with Sri Venugopal Goswami, India (p. 36)
Mon, 17.8 & Tue, 18.8 Kaivalya Liberation by Realising the Self

Two lectures with Swami Durgananda, Yoga Acharya (p. 37)
Fri, 28.8 Sun, 30.8
78
79
Sa, 29.8 Sun, 27.9


Single 4,045
Fri, 18.9 Sun, 20.9
Mon, 31.8 Fri, 4.9
Fri, 25.9 Sun, 27.9
Mon, 31.8 Fri, 4.9
Mon, 28.9 Fri, 2.10 Body Mind Balance (p. 19)
Mon 21.9 Fri, 25.9 Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion (p. 18)
August rates:
September
September rates:
Mon, 31.8 Fri, 4.9
October
Mon, 31.8 Fri, 4.9
Fri, 2.10 Sun, 4.10
Mon, 31.8 Sun, 6.9 September Retreat (p. 38)
Fri, 2.10 Sun, 4.10
Tue, 1.9 / Thu, 3.9 / Fri, 4.9 Jyotisha Vedic Astrology, three lectures with Stephen Quong (p. 38)
Mon, 5.10 Fri, 9.10 Expand Your Asanas (p. 17)
Wed, 2.9 Sun 6.9
South Indian Temple Dance with Rajyashree Ramesh (p. 38)
Mon, 31.8 Sun, 6.9 South Indian Temple Meditations (p. 25)
Fri, 9.10 Sun, 11.10 Yoga Teachers Training Prep Course (p. 53)
Sat, 5.9 / 8pm
Krishna Jayanthi, spiritual celebration
Fri, 9.10 Sun, 11.10 Ayurveda, Yoga & Health (p. 18)
Fri, 4.9 Sun, 6. 9
Fri, 4.9 Sun, 6.9
Mon, 7.9 Fri, 11.9
Fri, 9.10 Sun, 11.10

Mon, 7.9 Fri, 11.9
Tue, 8.9 / 8pm
Swami Sivanandas birthday, spiritual celebration
Fri, 11.9 Sun, 13.9
Yoga@Home (p. 17)
Tue, 13.10 Thu, 22.10 Navaratri, spiritual celebration
Fri, 11.9 Sun, 13.9

Yoga for Children (p. 64)
Fri, 16.10 Sun, 18.10 Mantra Retreat Healing Sounds (p. 21)
Fri, 18.9 Sun, 20.9
Vegetarianism & Ecology, lectures with Mag. Martin Schlatzer (p. 38)
Fri, 18.9 Sun, 20.9
Fri, 23.10 Sun, 25.10 Yoga@Home (p. 17)
80
81
Fri, 23.10 Sun, 25.10 Experiencing Meditation (p. 21)
Mon, 23.11 Fri, 27.11 Meditation Experiencing Inner Peace (p. 21)
Fri, 23.10 Sun, 25.10

Fri, 27.11 Sun, 29.11 Yoga Fitness (p. 17)
Further Training for Yoga Teachers: The Art of Correcting Asanas

Forward Bending Asanas and Sitting Poses (p. 61)
Mon, 26.10 Fri, 30.10 Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion (p. 19)
October rates:
November
Fri, 27.11 Sun, 29.11 Yoga Teachers Training Prep Course (p. 53)
November rates:
December
Fri, 30.10 Sun, 1.11 All Saints' Yoga Weekend with Asana Special:

Asanas for a Healthy Back with Madhava from Vienna (p. 39)

Fri, 4.12 Sun, 6.12
Fri, 4.12 Sun, 6.12
Mon, 2.11 Fri, 6.11 The Evolutionary Journey of Life (p. 22)
Fri, 6.11 Sun, 8.11
Fri, 6.11 Sun, 8.11
Fri, 11.12 Sun, 13.12 Yoga Vacation Light (p. 20)
Mon, 9.11 / 8pm
Swami Vishnudevanandas Mahasamadhi, spiritual celebration
Sat, 12.12 Sun, 10.1

Wed, 11.11 / 8pm
Diwali, Indian festival of lights

Single 4,045
Fri, 13.11 Sun, 15.11 Yoga@Home (p. 17)
Fri, 13.11 Sun, 15.11 Experiencing Meditation (p. 21)
Fri, 18.12 Sun, 20.12 Thought Power and Positive Thinking (p. 22)
Fri, 18.12 Wed, 6.1 Yoga at Christmas and New Year (p. 39)

Fri, 20.11 Sun, 22.11 Yoga for 60 Plus (p. 18)
Fri, 20.11 Sun, 22.11 Ayurveda, Yoga & Health (p. 18)
December rates:
82
Registration for yoga vacation
83
Plan your yoga vacation around your own schedule.

Check in: 4pm starting with the yoga lesson. Room available at 2pm. Check out on departure day:
11am. End of the vacation programme is 3pm at the latest. See page 8 for the daily schedule and
page 41 for the calendar. Please use the online application form at www.sivananda.org/tyrol
Payment is made by credit card (Visa and Mastercard) or online bank transfer. We will confirm your
reservation by email.

DA I LY R AT E S
from 7 nights
Yoga incl. dormitory
80
76
Yoga incl. shared room
85
81
Yoga incl. double room
100
96
Yoga incl. single room
112
108

Triple rooms on request for 3 people staying for the same dates.
Minimum stay: 2 nights
All rates include VAT and are subject to a 1.80 visitor's tax
per person per night. Prices valid until 31.12.2015
Room and board in the non-smoking eco hotel

(www.hotel-pointner.at): The hotel serves wholesome
organic vegetarian meals. The rooms are equipped with
hardwood furniture, health mattresses, wooden floors,
shower, toilet, hair dryer, telephone and radio. Most
rooms have a balcony. Finnish sauna, low-temperature
sauna, free parking. Meals are served at the eco hotel.
Closing time: 12 April / 2pm 5 May 2015 / 2pm
Image rights: Sivananda Yoga Retreat House, Bichlach 40, 6370 Reith/Kitzbhel.
Text copyright: see above. The texts and photos contained herein are protected by copyright.
Their use is prohibited without the express written permission of the copyright holders.
Copyright violations will be prosecuted in accordance with the applicable laws.
Cancellation terms
Cancellation before the start of the vacation/
training/course: The following cancellation fees will
be applied to the total course amount:
For yoga: 30%
For the hotel:
Up to 12 weeks before arrival date: no cancellation fee
Up to 4 weeks before arrival date: 40%
Up to 1 week before arrival date: 70%
Within 7 days of the arrival date: 90%
The cancellation fees may be reduced to the extent that
the room/bed can be allocated to a new participant.
If you would like to change the dates of your
programme at the Retreat House in Austria, a rebooking
fee of 50 euros will be charged.
Yoga vacation discount

Early Bird Special: 10% off: Full payment 3 months in
advance.
Partner Special: 5% off: Valid for 2 or more persons. Enrol and pay at the same time for the same dates. Does
not apply to further trainings and certificate courses.
Contact: email: tyrol-reception@sivananda.net;
Tel. +43 5356 67 404, MonSun, 9am6pm
In case of early departure from the vacation/training/

course, the following cancellation fees apply to the total
amount, minus the days present in the course: Only full daily
rates are refunded, not individual activities:
For yoga: 30% For the hotel: 70%
The cancellation fees may be reduced to the extent that the
room/bed can be allocated to a new participant. In the case of
departure after 12 noon, 100% of the cancellation fee will be
charged for this day.
The right of withdrawal in accordance with Paragraph 5E
of the Austrian Consumer Protection Act applies in cases of
registrations received via our website or by telefax.
www.sivananda.at/en/imprint-sivananda-yoga.html
Year-Round Yoga Vacation

International Guest Speakers
Special Programmes:
Easter Retreat 3. 4 6. 4
May Retreat 13. 5 17. 5
Whitsun 22. 5 25. 5
Yoga Summer Days 12. 8 22. 8
September Retreat 31. 8 6. 9
All Saints Day 30. 10 1. 11
Christmas 18. 12. 2015 6. 1. 2016
Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Retreat House

Founder: Swami Vishnudevananda, est. 1957
Bichlach 40
6370 Reith near Kitzbhel, Tyrol, Austria
ZVR-No.: 925544605
E-mail: tyrol@sivananda.net
Registration: tyrol-reception@sivananda.net
Tel. +43 5356 67 404
Fax +43 5356 67 404 4
www.sivananda.eu

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Sivananda Yoga

Schleier waterfall in the Wild Kaiser mountains

The Yoga Masters

Sivananda Yoga Centres worldwide

Welcome to the Yoga Retreat House

The yoga of synthesis, 7Practice, 8 The daily schedule, 8

The Yoga Vacation Programmes

Asanas, 16Ayurveda, 18 Health & Nutrition, 19

Guest Speakers and Holidays

Guest speakers, 2339 Easter Yoga Retreat, 24 May Retreat, 26

Tap the Source

We look forward to seeing you!

Registration & Rates

The Yogic Way of Cooking, 41 Yoga & Stress Management, 41

Yoga Teachers Training Courses

Advanced Yoga Teachers Training Courses, 54 Sadhana Intensive, 56

The Staff of the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House 65

The Yoga Masters

International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres ( ) and Ashrams ( ) worldwide

THE UNIVERSAL SCIENCE OF YOGA has been practised

The yoga of synthesis

Yoga recommends the following four

RAJA YO G A/HAT HA YOGA

Proper Exercise (Asanas) enhances the flexibility

Proper Breathing (Pranayama) connects the body

Proper Relaxation (Savasana) If the body and mind

Proper Diet (Vegetarian) is healthy, natural and

Positive Thinking & Meditation (Vedanta and

The Daily Schedule at the Retreat House

Morning meditation, mantra chanting, lecture

8:00 9:30 am Asanas and Pranayama

Karma yoga (selfless service)

12:00 4:00 pm Workshop, lecture or free time

Asanas and Pranayama

6:00 pm Vegetarian dinner

Evening meditation, mantra chanting, lecture

Programmes are subject to change or cancellation.

An ounce of practice is better than a ton

offer moments to treasure the gentle rising

Massage & sauna

Special guests & cultural programmes

We will be happy to advise you in choosing the right yoga accessories to

Arrival & departure, Reith near Kitzbhel, Tyrol, Austria

It was awarded the European eco-label as well as Austrias gastronomic

programmes before this brochure went to

Schwarzsee (about 3 km away):

Swarovski Crystal Worlds (77 km away):

Give space to your yoga practice

On top of the Hahnenkamm, 25 minutes by

The Yoga Vacation Programmes

Daily rate for yoga including accommodation:

make it easier to detox the body. Guidance in dietary questions.

Sivananda Beginners Guide to Yoga

The Yoga Workshop Series

Mon, 26. 1 Fri, 30. 1

Fri, 23. 1 Sun, 25. 1

Asanas Strength & Flexibility

Mon, 9. 2 Fri, 13. 2

Yoga Body Check

Classical asana variations with individual guidance: Advanced variations

This programme focuses on strengthening body and mind for all-round

Expand Your Asanas:

Asanas: Deepening the Practice