Established in 1916, the mission of Yog Sadhan Ashram is to selflessly and skillfully offer all individuals, regardless of income or religious background, the complete teachings of Yoga philosophy and practice.
Thank you to the 60+ Ashram walkers/runners at the Dupage County Human Race 5K! With your help, we raised over $1,000 for the Ashram. A big thank you also goes to Kusum and Ram Barad for hosting brunch afterwards! Click here to view pictures from the race and brunch!
The Ashram was also mentioned in a newspaper article about the race! http://www.dailyherald.
Please join us in celebration of Ram Navami.
Saturday, May 4th program: 10:30-11:30am: Havan & Aarti 11:30am: Yog Divya Ramayan Akhand Path begins
Sunday, May 5th program: 11:30am: Akhand path ends 11:30am-1:30pm: Bhajans, Updesh, Aarti & Yoga demonstration (cleansings & asanas) 1:30pm: Lunch
Join us this Sunday on the auspicious occassion of Shivaratri, the Hindu festival celebrating Lord Shiva. The Ashram’s program will start at 11am with bhajans/kirtan and will end at 1pm with aarti and lunch. We hope to see you and your family there!
Pranayama is composed of two Sanskrit words: “Prāna”, life force or vital energy; and “āyāma”, to extend, draw out, restrain, or control. It is the fourth limb of both Hatha Yoga & Raja Yoga, and one of the most critical elements of any yoga students practice. It serves as an important bridge between the outward practices of yoga (like asanas) and the internal practices that lead us into meditation and samadhi.
Learning first hand from a teacher is the best way to learn this subtle yet powerful practice. The goal of this workshop is to leave students with a complete understanding of what Pranayama is, why we should do it, and how we should do it. It is suitable for both beginners and experienced yoga students.
Schedule:
7:45 – 8:30: Shat Karmas (Internal Body Cleansings)
8:30 – 9:30: Asanas & Meditation class
9:30 – 9:45: Break
9:45 – 11:15: Pranayama Principles & Techniques I
11:15: 11:30: Break
11:30- 1:00: Pranayama Principles & Techniques II
1:00 – 1:30: Lunch & Q&A (vegetarian meal provided)
Cost: $35 suggested offering. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. YSA is a 501(c)3 organization, and offerings are deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Dhyana (Meditation) is one of the most important practices for yoga students. Most people have an image of someone sitting quietly with their eyes closed, but what really happens inside? How do we stop our mind from chatting? What does it feel like when you’re finally able to still the mind? And what exactly is the purpose of meditation?
These and many other questions will be addressed during this half-day workshop dedicated to meditation. Acharya Hersh Khetarpal will not only distill the philosophy and techniques for meditation, but there will also be multiple practice sessions.
This workshop is suitable for beginners interested in an introduction, as well as experienced students hoping to heighten their understanding and practice.
Schedule:
7:45 – 8:30: Shat Karmas (Internal Body Cleansings)
8:30 – 9:30: Asanas & Pranayama class
9:30 – 9:45: Break
9:45 – 11:15: Meditation Philosophy, Techniques, and Practice
11:15: 11:30: Break
11:30- 1:00: Meditation Techniques and Practice
1:00 – 1:30: Lunch & Q&A (vegetarian meal provided)
Cost: $35 suggested offering. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. YSA is a 501(c)3 organization, and offerings are deductible to the extent allowed by law.
You and your family are invited to both events! We hope to see you there!
Join us for an informative and experiential workshop where we will learn the principles of alignment in yoga asanas. The workshop explores how proper biomechanics can enhance one’s yoga practice, ensuring we get the most out of asanas and avoid injury and stress. Marina Lisjonok, an advanced teacher at the Ashram, will lead this hands-on workshop. In addition to explaining the theory of alignment, we will practice postures to feel the immediate benefits of emphasizing alignment in our practice. The workshop is suitable for beginners and experienced students alike.
Schedule:
7:45 – 8:30: Shat Karmas (Internal Body Cleansings)
8:30 – 9:30: Asanas, Pranayama, & Meditation Class
9:30 – 9:45: Break
9:45 – 11:00: Alignment Principles (lecture)
11:00: 11:15: Break
11:15- 12:30: Alignment Principles (practice)
12:30 – 1:30: Lunch & Q&A (vegetarian meal provided)
Cost: $35 suggested offering. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. YSA is a 501(c)3 organization, and offerings are deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Therapeutic yoga is particularly effective for those recovering from, or living with, injury or illness. It blends restorative yoga (supported postures), breathwork, hands-on-adjustments, and guided meditation techniques. It is an excellent choice for those who need something gentle yet effective for bringing the body into balance and reducing stress.
Due to popular demand for this type of asana class, we will begin offering a therapeutic yoga class series taught by Neeta Mohanty. Class will be held for 6 Saturdays beginning October 13th from 10:00am to 11:15am. Due to the hands-on nature of the class, it is limited to 12 students, and enrollment is required. We will offer this series again in 2013.
To enroll, please click here.
Diwali is one of the most beloved celebrations in India. It is also an auspicious day for Yog Sadhan Ashram, as the Chicago Ashram was established by our Sat Guruji on Diwali day in 1992. This year is thus especially momentous as it marks our 20th anniversary. We have all be blessed to receive the teachings and community of the Ashram and our Sat Guruji for the past 20 years, and wish to invite the entire community to join us in celebration.
Please mark your calendars for Sunday, November 11th, 2012. Puja, kirtan and aarti will be held from 5pm to 7pm, followed by dinner. We hope you can join us!
Hershji gave a very informative and inspiring lecture on prayer during our 2012 Yoga Retreat. This is a live audio recording, so you will also hear questions and dialogue among the group. Enjoy!
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