Samkhya Unveiled

Although relatively unknown outside India, the Samkhya School is the oldest system of Vedic philosophy and its insights underpin many other Indian disciplines including Yoga and Ayurveda (the traditional Indian medical system).
Samkhya's core texts are dense (even in translation from Sanskrit) - yet in this retreat we will unpick its central tenets and explore how many of yoga's assumptions are based on the teachings of Samkhya. The links between the Yoga Sutras and Samkhya will become clear, as will many of the concepts found in yoga (e.g. purusa and prakrti, the gunas, concepts of mind, the nature of suffering and the means to end suffering).

There will be plenty of time for yoga practice as well as exploring and applying the philosophy of Samkhya. Come and join Ranju and Dave in a playful, insightful and illuminating venture into the heart of Indian philosophy!

Dates : Wed 4th June (10am start) - Fri 6th June (4pm completion) 2008

Cost : £155 non-residential.
This retreat will be led by Ranju Roy and Dave Charlton at Cheddon Fitzpaine near Taunton.
A list of local accommodation options will be provided as required.

To reserve a place please send a £75 non-returnable deposit to Sadhana Mala, Haywain Cottage, Priestfields, Hanley Castle, Worcester, WR8 0AH.

For further details call Ranju on 01823 275766

Yoga of the Bhagavad Gita

A 5 day non residential retreat exploring themes form the Bhagavad Gita and some of the symbolism from the Mahabharata. The Bhagavad Gita is one of the most beloved sacred texts of India and a key source for the teachings of Yoga. The practices on the retreat will explore the theme of effortless being.

This is a good reminder for teachers of this topic from your training and an insightful introduction if you are new to the text. Come and get inspired! Few people are untouched by the enduring message of skilful selfless action as presented in the Bhagavad Gita.

Dates : Mon 18th Aug (10am start) - Fri 22nd August (4pm completion) 2008.

Cost :£275 non-residential. This retreat will be led by Ranju Roy and Dave Charlton in Malvern, Worcestershire.

A list of local accommodation options will be provided as required.

To reserve a place please send a £100 non-returnable deposit to Sadhana Mala, Haywain Cottage, Priestfields, Hanley Castle, Worcester, WR8 0AH.

For further details call Ranju on 01823 275766