Adi-Yoga Retreat – 2012
The Complete Path of Kundalini Hatha Yoga
“Know the truth of the body, know the truth of the universe.” – Ratnasara Tantra
Join us for a wonderful retreat in the world’s largest temple dedicated to the hatha yoga tradition, set on 40 acres of lush tropical jungle amidst the idyllic mountains of northern Thailand. You will partake in daily hatha yoga practice sessions and philosophy classes followed by sumptuous, nourishing meals of Thai cuisine made by professional chefs from locally grown ingredients. Whether your purpose is to establish your yoga practice and delve into the advanced and esoteric aspects of hatha yoga; or to become healthier, release stress, and simply take time out for yourself, this retreat is for you.
In addition to learning and practicing the original form of hatha yoga, called “Adi-Yoga”, you will have the opportunity, at no extra cost, to attend a two-week immersion in Ayurveda, become certified by DHARMA INC. as an “Ayurveda Health Advisor” and participate in two week-long meditation retreats.
Instructor
This unique course will be led by Dharmanidhi Tantracarya, one of the only recognized authorities on the original yoga tradition of the Indian Mahasiddhas (Great Adepts). Dharmanidhi began his hatha yoga practice at 7 years old and became an Acarya (adept of the tradition) at 33. Now at 49, this will be the last time that he will personally lead a comprehensive retreat in Adi-Yoga where he will share his hard-earned and unpublished secrets from decades of dedicated practice. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in the hatha yoga tradition and realize your potential for unlimited health, happiness, wisdom and compassion.
Dates and Costs
Costs include all course fees, dorm lodging and meals.
| Package | Dates | Content | Approximate
USD Cost |
Thai Baht Cost |
| #1 (1 week) | April 16-22 | Gate 1 – | 750 | 23,255 |
| #2 (2 weeks) | April 16-29 | Gates 1- 2 – | 1,200 | 37,299 |
| #3 (1 month) | April 16-May 16 | Gates 1-3 – | 1,800 | 55,895 |
| #4 (3 months) | April 16- July 15 | Gates 1-3 &4 – | 3,800 | 117,895 * |
What is Adi-Yoga?
Adi-Yoga is a comprehensive system of Hatha Yoga. It is called “Adi,” which in Sanskrit means primordial or source, because it is Yoga in its original form as it was practiced and transmitted by the Himalayan masters of the tradition.
Yoga teaches that the suffering you experience is due to being bounced between the poles of pleasure and pain, desiring and rejecting, happiness and sadness, control and out-of-control, etc. By practicing the path of yoga dualities are resolved and the inherent, uncreated and non-dual bliss and freedom of your true nature is discovered. Classical, authentic Hatha Yoga as presented in the Adi-Yoga system is a complete path of spiritual and health cultivation.
To learn more about Adi-yoga’s extensive system click here.
What is an Adi-Yoga Gate?
The Adi-Yoga system is organized into successive “Gates” which build upon one another. This training will lead participants progressively through Gates 1 to 5 of Adi-Yoga’s 7-Gate system. Each Gate is an immersion training in an aspect of the seven-segment path of Adi-Yoga.
+Ayurveda Intensives (FREE for Adi-Yoga Retreat participants*)
Join us for two weeks of in-depth study into the heart of ancient Ayurveda for radiant health and longevity. In only two weeks you will become qualified for certification as an Ayurveda Health Advisor by DHARMA INC. Live the path of health and help others to do the same!
For more details on the Ayurveda Health Advisor Certificate Program click here.
Dates and Cost
*(Included, at no extra cost, in the 3 and 6 Month Adi-Yoga Retreat programs.)
1 Week July 2-8 USD ~795 THB 24,895*
2 Week July 2-15 USD ~1395 THB 43,245*
+8 Gates Meditation Intensive (FREE for Adi-Yoga Retreat participants*)
Join the enlightened yogis and yoginis of centuries past and sit in the tradition of the Mahasiddhas. In each week-long session we will go deeply into the practice of non-conceptual meditation and access the natural power of opening and realization available during these special astrological periods
- Multiple practice sessions of non-conceptual meditation each day
- Instruction in the tradition of seated meditation will be given on the first three (3) days of the retreat
- Daily Q&A sessions
- 1 private interview with the teacher to help you get the most out of the practice
Dates and Cost
*(Included, at no extra cost, in the 3 month Adi-Yoga Retreat programs)
Summer June 18-24 USD ~495 THB 15,345*
Please Note: Outside of seva (selfless work) hours and Q&A sessions, silence will be maintained during these Meditation Intensives in order to maximize the student’s experience.
Certification
Students completing the 3 Month Adi-Yoga Retreat program qualify to take the exam to become an authorized Adi-Yoga Teacher, open an authorized Adi-Yoga Center, lead Adi-Yoga Gate Trainings and develop future Adi-Yoga Instructors.
Daily Schedule
- 6-8am Practice Session
- 8 Breakfast
- 9 Seva (Selfless Work)
- 10-11:30 Text Study + Theory Class
- 12pm Lunch
- 3-5 Practice Session
- 5 Dinner
- 6 Q&A
Location – About Kailasa Akhara
Kailasa Akhara (KA) is a meditation, yoga and learning center located in the mountains of Northern Thailand. KA is home to Adi-Yoga and a modern Tantrik culture of practitioners living and raising families according to traditional principles. Designed according to the vision and methods of sustainability and modern permaculture, KA offers a beautiful 40-acre property with gorgeous landscape and expansive mountain views.
KA is a true yoga retreat environment where the nature of the place itself is designed to support your practice.
Click here to learn more about Kailash Akhara and here to learn about What to Expect during your stay with us.
Registration & Payment
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To register now and reserve your spot in this unique retreat please click here.
Thank you and we hope to see you in Thailand this spring!
