What’s Special in a Meditation Retreat in India – Reasons Why You Must Visit?

Meditation Retreat / By rishikeshyogisyogshala

Since time immemorial, peace seeking travelers and spiritualists has been coming to India in search of tranquility and wisdom. This is the land where the first germs of yogic science originated. The model of ashrama –an institution where seekers come to train in the rigors of spiritual life in a community living, is a contribution of Indian …

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When Do You Know it’s Time To Take a Yoga Teacher Training

Teacher Training / By rishikeshyogisyogshala

Yoga Teacher Training has admittedly been a life changing episode for most who have taken it. Designed to hone one’s yoga skills to perfection, this course spans over a month touching upon most important yoga subjects—from Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga asana sequences to underlying philosophies, meditation, and complimentary practices like Ayurveda. But one can’t simply …

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5 Ways How Yoga Teacher Training Retreats in India Can Change the Person You Are

Yoga Retreats / By rishikeshyogisyogshala

A month long yoga teacher training in India calls for a great level of commitment, physically, emotionally and psychologically. It is not something you can just get up one morning and decide to go for like jaywalk around the park. Taking the course entails going away far from home, acclimatizing to a new place, people, …

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India Swamped with Peace on 3rd International Yoga Day

Yoga Day / By rishikeshyogisyogshala

This was not just another hot day on the summer calendar or the longest day of the year – this was definitely more than just a day. What was so special about this date was the sheer fact it represented – the spirit of health, wellness, tranquillity, fulfilment, it represented the spirit of YOGA. On …

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5 Life-Transforming Retreats You Shouldn’t Miss

Yoga Retreats / By rishikeshyogisyogshala

The day you decide to take a break and plan to go on a rejuvenating tour – booking a retreat where you can relax, revitalize and rejuvenate often comes to mind. Nowadays, with several options available for you to find and book the perfect holiday package – selecting the right one can be quite a …

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Yoga: Art, Science or A Discipline?

Yoga, Yoga Discipline / By rishikeshyogisyogshala

Yoga, also referred to as the ‘yogic science’ since time immemorial, in simple terms, can be defined as a study or practice of the mind, body, and spirit, which one undergoes to attain unification with the universe. This study or practice requires immense dedication and practice, and often requires a Guru-Shishya (teacher-student) alliance to reach any level …

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My Journey With Rishikesh Yogis Yogshala

Workshops, Yoga / By rishikeshyogisyogshala

My name is Pamela, I have learnt meditation with Uttam during my Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh and it was an incredible experience. His voice takes you to another dimension! We learnt various different techniques including Yoga Nidra, Ajapa Japa, Antar Mouna, Shambo and more. I have experienced through Uttam’s meditation some things I’ve …

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Effects of Mantra

Workshops, Yoga / By rishikeshyogisyogshala

Swami Satyanada has said that “Music is the most beautiful creation of mankind”. It has the power to relax and influence the mind. Mantra is considered as one form of music which when recited can transform the state of mind and help to attain better relaxation, clarity and calmness. Irrespective of which mantra is being …

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