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THE DETAILS SEVA YOGA SATSANG KIRTAN MEDITATION

PRE-RETREAT

THE TEAM

RETREAT SCHEDULE WEEK SCHEDULE DAILY SCHEDULE

PRICING

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS & PRICING

WHAT’S INCLUDED? WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?

TRAVEL TO RISHIKESH

VISA & PASSPORT

VACCINATION & INSURANCE

OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS

TERMS & CONDITIONS

GET IN TOUCH

Travel with a Purpose Rishikesh, India, Rishikesh, 18-27 March 2017

Are you a yogi with an open, adventurous heart? Do you long for far away, magical destinations off the beaten path? Do you want a yoga experience that is more than just asana, but a life-changing opportunity to truly live the yogic principles of love, compassion and devotion to others? Are you ready to join us for the “next step”?

This is an invitation to those of you, who feel that longing.

As yogis, it is our sacred duty to spread our light and lift others up where we have the capacity to do so. “Seva” is a Sanskrit word meaning “selfless service” or work performed without any thought of reward or repayment. In ancient India seva was believed to help one’s spiritual growth and at the same time contribute to the improvement of a community. This is the art of giving with no need to receive, where the act itself is a gift to everyone involved. Seva is the art of blessed action.Ram Dass explains this beautifully: “Helping out is not some special skill. It is not the domain of rare individuals. It is not confined to a single part of our lives. We simply heed the call of that natural impulse within and follow it where it leads us.”Despite our seemingly unlimited capacity to connect, it’s very easy to feel limited in a world of dynamic change. Asking questions like “Can I really make a difference?” or “How am I supposed to help?” only serve to delay or avoid action. With Seva, the only answer you need is YES.Yes, I can help. Yes, I will do this. Yes, this is possible.Travel with a Purpose is about taking your yoga out into the world, not only for a deep, personal experience, but to give back and help those who need it most.

Besides intense asana practices with reknown teachers, satsangs and philosophy with yogic masters, chanting and meditation, our yoga retreats will give you the opportunity to perform seva (selfless service) at one of the various charity projects we are supporting around the world.

Teach a child how to play a new game at an orphange or help plant an organic garden in Rishikesh, India, work with an ex-child soldier on his homework in Kampala, Uganda, or just sit and meditate with a group of kids in Grenada, West Indies.

HIGHLIGHTS> 2 x daily Asana Practice> Meditation, Kirtan, Satsang & Philosophy> Seva- Practicing the art of selfless giving.> Adventure - Explore Ashrams, Holy sites, Mother Ganges…> Two unique locations at the Gateway to the Himalayas> Delicious locally farmed organic meals

TWP – INDIA, MARCH 18-27th, 2017Be a spiritual pioneer and join us for the inaugural Travel with a Purpose Retreat as we make an un-forgettable pilgrimage to the sacred and mystical land of India, the birthplace of yoga and the cradle of human consciousness. Our 10-day journey will begin in the sacred city of Rishikesh. Nestled in a forested valley along the banks of the holy Ganges river, and known as the „Gateway to the Himalayas“, Rishikesh is the home to hundreds of ashrams, temples, and spiritual seekers, and is considered the Yoga Capital of the World.

For the first 5 days (March 18-22nd), we will practice asana, listen to satsangs by Mooji or Prem Baba, meditate by the banks of the Ganges, and practice Seva by working 2-3 hours per day with the children of the Ramana’s Garden Children’s Home in Tapovan.

For part two of our journey (March 22-27th), we will head closer to the Himalayas and take a 2-hour trip via mini-bus into the mountains of Kodiya District to Ramana’s summer camp, Ambiya Paradise Farm. Here, in addition to our daily practices, we will help till the land and plant organic crops, which are used to feed the children and for Ramana’s own organic cafe.

THE DETAILS

SEVA Ramana’s GardenCreated in 1994, Ramana’s Garden is home to over 60 at-risk children and a free English medium school for over 160 students from Ramana’s Garden and local underprivileged families. The school provides classes from kindergarten to eighth grade.Every child that comes through Ramana’s gate is there because they would be at risk of either being murdered, forced into prostitution, child labour, begging, starvation or total neglect if they weren’t here.

Millions of Indian children are in dangerous circumstances due to having been born into the cycle of poverty, ignorance, and homelessness. Ramana’s Garden is working to rescue as many of them as pos-sible. The Need is Great…”We can’t change India but we can make a difference for one child at a time.” – Deva Dwahba, Founder.

What these children need most is love and attention. In the lead-up to our journey, we will ask each participant to think of an activity they would like to do with the kids. Each day, you will work with a new group of up to 20 children on that activity. Choose something that is close to your heart and is creative and engaging for the kids. Here are some ideas:Teach them to sing a song / teach them a dance / create an art project / jewelry making (maybe bring beads, string, etc.) / bring games and play that game with them / do yoga / teach them an instrumentetc.


Ambiya Paradise Organic FarmLocated deep in the oldest conifer-pine forest in the state, and part of the former hunting lodge and orchards of King of Tehri, Abiya Organic Farm is an off-the-grid paradise. The orchard was revitalized and the vacant terraces put under cultivation, producing heaps of yummy organic veggies to supply not only the kids, but also Ramana’s Organic Café.Ambiya shares it’s forest with plenty of wildlife, mostly endangered by what was previously rampant poaching, including Leopards, mink, mountain goats, deer, quail, bears, fox, and ancient 300-year-old trees.

There is lots to do at Ambiya as the planting season will be upon us when we arrive. We will work for 2-3 hours per day in the gardens, or around the lodge as they are also making renovations to improve the farm’s infrastructure. Feeling your hands in the dirt, connecting with Mother Earth, and communing with the wildlife in a peaceful mountain setting will help us reconnect to our true natures.

YOGAWe will enjoy 2 yoga asana classes per day, taught by the powerful yoga team of Adam Rice and Ariella Futral.

SATSANGRishikesh is the winter home of many Sadhus and yogic masters, such as Mooji and Prem Baba. We will attend daily satsangs, or spiritual teachings, by these sages as a way of receiving direction and practi-cal answers to the challenges of our daily lives based on yogic principles. (insert link to talk by Mooji or Prem Baba)

KIRTANRishikesh is also at the musical heart of India. People from all over the world come here to learn to play the tabla, sittar or harmonium. Kirtan is the recitation of mantras (usually in sanskrit) in a call-and-re-sponse format. It’s a powerful form of meditation and prayer, which has the ability to affect the body on a deep energetic level to help us move through difficulties, heal old wounds, become more pros-perous, or perhaps make our life’s purpose more clear. We will have several opportunities to attend Kirtan performances in and around Rishikesh.

MEDITATIONIt is in meditation that the true gifts of yoga lie. During our journey, we will practice various forms of meditations including many of the „active“ meditations created by the great sage Bagwan Osho, as well as experiencing the serenity of a silent sitting meditation on the banks of the Ganges, and walking meditation in the hills and forests around Rishikesh.


PRE-RETREATWe’ll be helping you prepare for your journey in the months and weeks leading up to our departure with helpful information, interesting facts, readings and travel tips. And, we’ll be available to answer any questions you may have along the way.

THE TEAMWhen you “Travel with a Purpose”, you are joining an experienced team of travelers, all of whom have made multiple trips to India and know its ins-and-outs. You will be in good hands and will be looked after by caring professionals who are living their yogic paths.

ADAM RICE ARIELLA FUTRAL ANNA LECKSTRÖM ESTELLE LOUVEL


RETREAT SCHEDULE

WEEK SCHEDULEDAY 1 ARRIVAL & INTRODUCTIONDAY 2-5 SEE DAILY SCHEDULE DAY 5 Transfer to Ambiya Paradise Organic FarmDAY 5-9 SEE DAILY SCHEDULEDAY 10 Transfer back to Rishikesh

DAILY SCHEDULE (subject to change)Below shows what a day might look like. You will get more information as we approach the pilgrimage.

07:00 – 08:30 ASANA/MEDITATION PRACTICE08:45 BREAKFAST 09:45-11:00 FREE TIME11:00-12:00 SATSANG12:15-13.30 LUNCH/FREE TIME13:30-15:30 SEVA15:30-17:30 FREE TIME 17:30-19:00 ASANA / MEDITATION PRACTICE19:00- DINNER / FREE TIME OPTIONAL KIRTAN EVENINGS AFTER DINNER


PRICING Retreat Fee: 10800 SEK (1080 €)- total for 10 days (excl. accommodations)

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS & PRICINGThere are various accommodation in double occypancy to choose from for Rishikesh and the Mountain. If you whish a single occypancy your option is th eDewa Retreat + Kanathal Hermitage (Option 4b). There are limited rooms available for each option. Please indicate your selection when submitting your registration..

Rishikesh, 5 days/ 4 nights1- Ramana’s GardenSimple but clean accommodations, double rooms, attached bathrooms, includes 3 meals/day from Ramana’s organic Cafe. Due to limited space, only double rooms available. Double occupancy total price: 1250 SEK (125 €) (includes 3 meals daily)

2- Dewa RetreatDeluxe, higher-end hotel not far from Ramana’s, modern design with western-style rooms, optional 3-meal food package at Ramana’s Organic Cafe available. Double occupancy total price: 2750 SEK (275 €) (breakfast included) Single occupancy total price: 3300 SEK (330 €)(breakfast included)Food Option (for those not staying at Ramana’s in Rishikesh: 650 SEK (65 €)3 meals daily (total for 5 days)

Mountain Based, 5 days/ 4 nights1- Ambiya Paradise7 double rooms available, simple accommodations, rustic and close to nature. Due to limited space, only double rooms available. Double occupancy total price: 1250 SEK (125 €) (includes 3 meals daily)

2- Kanathal Hermitage Beautiful mountain retreat center located 20min walk from Ambiya Paradise, includes 2 meals. Double occupancy total price: 2000 SEK (200 €) (breakfast included) Single occupancy total price: 3000 SEK (300 €) (breakfast included)

Below follows the different accomodation options and the prices (accomodation + retreat fee in total):Rishikesh Mountain Double Occupancy: Single Occupancy:Ramana’s Garden +Ambiya Paradise OPTION 1a 13300 sek (1330 €) Ramana’s Garden +Kanathal Hermitage OPTION 2a 14050 sek (1405 €) Deva Retreat +Ambiya Paradise OPTION 3a 14800 sek (1480 €) Deva Retreat +Kanathal Hermitage OPTION 4a 15550 sek (1555 €) OPTION 4b 17100 sek (1710 €)

For example, if you are choosing to stay at Ramana’s Garden in Rishikesh and at Ambiya Paradise in the mountains in Double Occupancy, you chose OPTION 1a

It is important to realise that the Ramana’s Garden and Ambiya Paradise rooms, while comfortable and clean, are very simple. Ramana’s Garden rooms all have attached bathrooms and running water. The Ambiya Paradise retreat is located deep in a forest on a mountain and is really “off-the-grid”. That means, that accommodations are very rustic. There is a combination of western-style toilets and Indian toilets, and heating is done with fire-places. This is a fantastic opportunity to simplify and enjoy the state of “being” without the trappings of Western luxury.

Rooms are on a “first come, first served” basis and there are limited rooms at each of the locations. If your first choice is no longer available, we will contact you and let you know your options.

If you choose a double room but are not traveling with someone, we will place you with another person in that room and provide you with their contact details so you can get to know each other before the trip.

Please understand that this is an adventure to a unique and sometimes unpredictable land, and we appreciate your patience and flexibility.

https://sayyesnow.org

http://www.dewaretreat.com/

https://sayyesnow.org/projects-2/ambiya-paradise-organic-garden/

http://www.kanatalhermitage.com/


WHAT’S INCLUDED? 5 days/4 nights accommodation in Rishikesh (at your accommodation choice)5 days/4 nights accommodation on Mountain (at your accommodation choice)2 x Daily yoga/meditation practiceDaily SatsangsDaily Kirtan (in Rishikesh)Group sharings Organization, group leaders, yoga teachersOrganized seva (selfless service voluntary work)Insider introduction to the lay of the land in Rishikesh - gurus, yogis, eateries, holy sitesOrganized special activity Transfers from Dheradun Airport - Rishikesh - Dehradun AirportTransfers from Rishikesh - Abiya Farm - Rishikesh

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED? International Transportation to & from DheradunFood (depending on accommodation or extra food package chosen) Ground transport (rickshaws) in and around RishikeshAny additional activities you chooseVisa application processingVaccinations & your own health/travel insurance

TRAVEL TO RISHIKESHRishikesh does not have it’s own airport, so you will fly to Dehradun (DED). From there, it is about a 30-40 min taxi ride to Rishikesh.

VISA & PASSPORTPlease be sure to check visa requirements for your country of citizenship at least 30 days before traveling. You can find info on visas and an online application here: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html Also be sure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival in India.

VACCINATION & INSURANCESPlease check with your doctor to see what’s recommended for you.It is highly recommended to have a travel insurance including medical coverage and repatriation.

OTHER RECOMMENDATIONSWe strongly encourage participants to try to arrive a couple of days before the beginning of the retreat in order to acclimate to the time change and the surroundings. India can be a very intense place, so it is good to have a bit of time to settle into the energy. For those who have extra time, the International Yoga Festival is the first week of March, and the Holi Festival (Festival of Colors) is on March 13th.


TERMS & CONDITIONS

Payment:Space is limited. In order to reserve your spot a non-refundable deposit of 2500 sek (250 €) is re-quired. Once you submit your registration we will invoice you for this amount. The payment is due within 7 days of receiving the invoice. The remaining costs must be paid no later than 30 days before the start of the retreat (16 February 2016).

Cancellation Policy: We understand that sometimes plans change and that unforeseen events arise. 1.For cancellation 6 weeks prior or more to the start of the retreat: We make a refund of the total amount minus the deposit fee of 2500 sek (250 €).

2. For cancellation 3-6 weeks prior to the start of the retreat: We make a refund of 50% of the total amount minus the deposit fee of 2500 sek (250 €).

3.For cancellation 2 weeks or less prior to the start of the retreat: No refund is possible.

4. We highly recommend that you secure travel insurance including a cancellation policy should you get ill or injured prior to the retreat and have to cancel.

5. If you for some reason will not be able to attend, but you can find a substitute, your place in the retreat can be transfered to that person.

If for some reason the retreat is canceled, you will receive a full refund including your deposit.

Liability:I am aware that physical training is associated with increased risk of injury and weight loss, and I am responsible for myself during the retreat. I certify that I feel physically and mentally healthy, and agree to take part in the retreat on my own responsibility and at my own risk. I am aware that the wrong or careless practice of the exercises may have an impact on my health. I agree to inform the teachers or staff immediately should I experience physical or mental discomfort at any time during the retreat. In case of doubt about my state of health (eg physical impairments and illnesses, problems with the movement apparatus, cardiac / circulatory problems, airway problems, hypertension or pregnancy), I will have an exam by a doctor / therapist in order to confirm that I can safely participate in the retreat.

I therefore expressly exclude all liability claims against the Yoga teacher/teachers, or any other staff or affiliates of Travel with a Purpose or Urban Om which may result from possible health and medical problems as a result of the training.

No liability is assumed for illness, injury, personal injury, property damage or theft.The Yoga teachers are liable only within the framework of the statutory provisions for all damages, which he/she causes or falls within his/her area of responsibility.

I am aware that the organizer of the retreat is not a travel agency and can not be held responsible for any additional costs arising from climate conditions or from circumstances beyond the control of the organizer. This also applies to, but is not limited to, a third party’s non-performance or deficient perfor-mance, or acts of God.


GET IN TOUCHWe happy to answer any questions you might have regarding the retreat. Simply send us an email on [email protected]

LOOKING FORWARD SEEING YOU IN RISHIKESH!

Adam, Ariella, Anna & Estelle

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