SIVANANDA YOGA RETREAT HOUSE - Sivananda Yoga Firenze

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“When the surface of a lake is still, you can see the bottom
very clearly, but it is impossible to do so, when the surface is
agitated by waves. In the same way, when the mind is still with
no desires and no thought waves, you can see your Self.
That is called Yoga.”
Swami Vishnudevananda
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Dear friends of Yoga
Swami Sivananda (1887 – 1963) and Swami Vishnudevananda (1927 – 1993) brought the holistic practice of yoga from India
to the West in a clear and complete form. In the United States alone, nearly 16 million people practice yoga.
Yoga promotes individual well-being and helps overcome the barriers of origin, nationality, religion, age or physical
constitution.
Our team of voluntary staff members are looking forward to being of service to you during your stay and accompanying your
practice step by step. Group asana classes and meditation, talks on topics of health and philosophy open new horizons and
fill the spiritual vacuum. Soon you can face everyday life again with new energy and inspiration.
Located in one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in Europe, the Retreat House is an ideal place to combine
relaxation with self-development.
We look forward to seeing you!
Sivananda Yoga Retreat House
Schwarzsee with view of the Kitzbühler Horn,
3 km away from the Retreat House
Yoga activities and important info 5
Sivananda Yoga Centres worldwide 5
A day at the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House 7
Individual coaching 8
Leisure activities 11
The five points of yoga 12
Yoga vacation programmes 14
Asanas 15
Health – Ayurveda 17
Yoga and relaxation 18
The five points of yoga 19
Yoga Teachers' Training Course 22
Advanced Teachers’ Training Course 26
Sadhana Intensive 28
Yoga Teachers' Training Courses, Himalayas, India 30
Further training for yoga teachers 32
Himalaya pilgrimages 38
Certificate Courses 40
The Yogic Way of Cooking, Yoga and Stress Management 41
Accessible Yoga 42
Yoga and Psychology, Vastu Shastra 43
Yoga of the Heart 44
2013 Calendar 45
Easter Retreat 49
Yoga Retreat in May 51
Whitsun Programme 52
Yoga Retreat in June 54
Summer highlights 55
All Saints' Yoga Weekend 61
Christmas & New Year 63
Yoga shop 64
The Retreat House staff 66
Registration & rates 67