| BYK Alumni Exclusive Yoga Retreat | 18 Jan – 21 Jan 2025 |
| Body, Mind, and Beyond Retreat | 22 Jan – 25 Jan 2025 |
| Pranayama and Meditation Retreat | 01 Feb -04 Jan 2025 |
| Purushottama Yoga: A 3-Day Chanting Retreat | 06 Feb – 09 Feb 2025 |
| Essence of Yoga: A 3-Day Exploration of the Four Yogic Paths | 11 Feb – 14 Feb 2025 |
Bharat Yogavidya Kendra Alumni Yoga Retreat
An exclusive three-day Bharat Yogavidya Kendra‘s alumni retreat combining Sri M’s teachings with traditional practices during the sacred Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.
This intimate gathering creates a unique opportunity for deep spiritual immersion under Sri M’s direct guidance. Through dedicated practice alongside fellow alumni, participants will strengthen their sadhana in the supportive atmosphere of the sangha. The sacred banks of the Ganga during Maha Kumbh provide an exceptionally powerful environment for transformation, allowing practitioners to fully absorb both the structured teachings and the profound energy of this auspicious gathering.
Curriculum & Activities
- Satsang, Samvaad, and Sadhana with Sri M on January 18, 2025.
- Daily Screenings of exclusive teachings of Sri M.
- Learn to Chant Dakshinamurthy Stotram.
- Daily Practices: Chanting, silent meditation, yoga asana, pranayama, sadhu seva (service), guided meditation, and devotional Bhajans.
- Explore Prayagraj: Dedicated time for Temple visits, akada darshan, sadhu Satsang, and Ganga snaan.
Retreat Details:
- Duration: 3 days
- Dates: January 18 – 21, 2025
- Check-In: January 18, 2025, 2:00 PM
- Check Out: January 21, 2025, 9:00 AM
- Eligibility: Exclusive for Yoga Alumni
- What’s provided: Comfortable accommodation, sattvic vegetarian meals, learning materials. (notes on Upanishads, meditation guides).
- What to arrange: Travel to and from Prayagraj and transportation for local sightseeing.
Body, Mind, and Beyond Retreat
A transformative three-day retreat at Maha Kumbh Mela combining yoga, meditation, and digital detox to help you reconnect with your inner self.
Step away from the digital world and into a space of inner discovery and transformation. This carefully structured program equips you with practical tools for stress management and mindful living that extend far beyond the retreat. Surrounded by like-minded seekers in the sacred atmosphere of Maha Kumbh, you’ll experience profound stillness while learning valuable techniques to maintain balance and clarity in your daily life.
Curriculum & Activities
- Immerse in the Maha Kumbh: Engage deeply with yourself in this sacred space.
- Digital Detox: Step away from screens and daily distractions to find inner calm.
- Yoga for Stress Management: Understand the roots of stress and discover practical yogic tools to manage it.
- Yogic Practices: Experience a range of practices including asana, pranayama, yoga nidra, meditation, chanting, and soulful bhajans.
- Lifestyle and Nutrition: Learn about mindful eating, balanced living, and cultivating positive thoughts.
- Explore Prayagraj: Dedicated time for Temple visits, akada darshan, sadhu satsang, and Ganga snaan.
Retreat Details:
- Duration: 3 days
- Dates: January 22 – 25, 2025
- Check-In: January 22, 2025, 2:00 PM
- Check Out: January 25, 2025, 9:00 AM
- Eligibility: Open for age 10yrs & above
- What’s provided: Comfortable accommodation, sattvic vegetarian meals, learning materials.
- What to arrange: Travel to and from Prayagraj and transportation for local sightseeing.
Pranayama and Meditation Retreat
A focused three-day retreat teaching traditional pranayama and meditation techniques at the sacred Maha Kumbh Mela, perfect for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
Immerse yourself in the ancient practices of breath and meditation through a comprehensive program of six essential pranayama techniques and three meditation methods. This systematic approach provides you with practical tools to reduce anxiety, enhance mental clarity, and establish a sustainable daily practice. The transformative energy of Maha Kumbh creates an ideal environment for deepening your understanding and experience of these powerful practices.
Curriculum & Activities
- Syllabus : Basic and intermediate pranayama practices to calm your mind, reduce anxiety, build lung capacity and cool your body. Learn meditation as per Ashtaga yoga and simple techniques to start or advance your meditation journey.
- Learn and practice 6 pranayamas and 3 methods of meditation
- Daily Practices: Chanting, silent & guided meditations, yoga asana, pranayama and devotional bhajans.
- Explore Prayagraj: Dedicated time for Temple visits, akada darshan, sadhu satsang, and Ganga snaan.
Retreat Details:
- Duration: 3 days
- Dates: February 01 – 04, 2025
- Check-In: February 01, 2025, 2:00 PM
- Check Out: February 04, 2025, 9:00 AM
- Eligibility: Open for age 10yrs & above
- What’s provided: Comfortable accommodation, sattvic vegetarian meals, learning materials.
- What to arrange: Travel to and from Prayagraj and transportation for local sightseeing.
Purushottama Yoga: A 3-Day Chanting Retreat
A transformative three-day retreat focusing on the deep study and chanting of Purushottama Yoga (Chapter 15 of the Bhagavad Gita), complemented by Sri M’s teachings at the sacred Maha Kumbh Mela.
Delve into the profound teachings of Purushottama Yoga through precise chanting practice and contemplative study. This intensive program offers a unique opportunity to master both the technical aspects of Sanskrit chanting and the deep philosophical insights of this essential Gita chapter. The spiritually charged atmosphere of Maha Kumbh provides the perfect setting for absorbing these timeless teachings, supported by Sri M’s illuminating guidance.
Curriculum & Activities
- Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita, its relevance and key teachings.
- Detailed practice of Purushottama Yoga chanting, emphasizing correct pronunciation and metre/rhythm.
- Daily Screenings of teachings by Sri M on Purushottama Yoga & the essence of the Gita
- Daily Practices: Chanting, silent & guided meditations, yoga asana, pranayama and devotional bhajans
- Explore Prayagraj: Dedicated time for Temple visits, akada darshan, sadhu satsang, and Ganga snaan
Retreat Details:
- Duration: 3 days
- Dates: February 06 – 09, 2025
- Check-In: February 06, 2025, 2:00 PM
- Check Out: February 09, 2025, 9:00 AM
- Eligibility: Open for age 10yrs & above
- What’s provided: Comfortable accommodation, sattvic vegetarian meals, learning materials.
- What to arrange: Travel to and from Prayagraj and transportation for local sightseeing.
Essence of Yoga: A 3-Day Exploration of the Four Yogic Paths
A comprehensive three-day retreat exploring the four classical paths of yoga – Jnana, Bhakti, Karma, and Raja – offering practical insights to find your natural path while experiencing their unified essence at the sacred Maha Kumbh Mela.
Experience the richness of yoga’s four classical paths through direct practice and understanding. This integrated approach allows you to discover your natural inclination while learning how all paths complement and support each other. The diverse spiritual environment of Maha Kumbh provides an ideal setting to explore these traditions, offering practical insights that illuminate the interconnected nature of all yogic practices.
Curriculum & Activities
- Jnana Yoga (the path of knowledge) and Bhakti Yoga (the path of devotion), Karma Yoga (the path of selfless action) and Raja Yoga (the path of meditation and mind control), covering their principles and practical applications.
- Daily Screenings of Videos by Sri M that complement the teachings of the four paths of yoga.
- Daily Practices: Chanting, silent & guided meditations, yoga asana, pranayama and devotional bhajans.
- Explore Prayagraj: Dedicated time for Temple visits, akada darshan, sadhu satsang, and Ganga snaan.
Retreat Details:
- Duration: 3 days
- Dates: February 11 – 14, 2025
- Check-In: February 11, 2025, 2:00 PM
- Check Out: February 14, 2025, 9:00 AM
- Eligibility: Open for age 10yrs & above
- What’s provided: Comfortable accommodation, sattvic vegetarian meals, learning materials.
- What to arrange: Travel to and from Prayagraj and transportation for local sightseeing.
General Information for All Courses
Course Participation
- Join one or multiple courses based on your interests
- Each retreat is designed as a complete 3-day experience
- All courses include exploration time and sacred visits
Maha Kumbh Key Dates 2025
- January 13: Paush Purnima – Full moon day marking the start of Kalpvasa, an intense period of spiritual discipline.
- January 14: Makar Sankranti – Sun’s sacred transition day, traditionally devoted to charitable giving.
- January 29: Mauni Amavasya – Most auspicious bathing day, commemorating sage Rishabh Dev’s sacred dip.
- February 3: Basant Panchmi – Honoring Goddess Saraswati’s arrival.
- February 12: Maghi Purnima – Sacred full moon when divine beings are believed to visit Sangam.
- February 26: Maha Shivratri – Final holy bath of Kalpvasis, deeply connected to Lord Shiva.
Dedicated time:
Each course included dedicated time for the following:
- Temple visits
- Akada visits
- Interaction with sadhus
- Ganga Snaan (ritual bathing)
- Self-guided or group exploration options
Note: These sacred activities are self-organized, allowing you to explore at your own pace, either independently or with fellow participants.
