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Advanced Teachers’ Training Course (ATTC)
in Vrindavan, the holy city by the Yamuna River, North India
9 OCTOBER – 7 NOVEMBER 2010
Preview: 8 October – 6 November 2011
(Dates include arrival and departure days)
437 training units (TU)
ATTC Vrindavan brochure (PDF) >>
ATTC Vrindavan brochure for UK residents (prices in GBP) >>
The Advanced Teachers’ Training Course allows graduates of the Sivananda Teachers’ Training Course to deepen their spiritual knowledge over four weeks of intensive yoga practice and study of Vedanta philosophy. Individual guidance and yogic self-discipline are major components of the course. Upon successfully passing the exam, participants receive a certificate of completion from the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres.
Course languages
The course will be taught in English with simultaneous translation into German, French and Spanish and possibly other European languages.
Tuition fee:
- Dormitory I: 1,400 €
- Dormitory II: 1,630 €
- Double room: 1,880 €
For UK:
- Dormitory I: £1,200
- Dormitory II: £1,400
- Double room: £1,700
Prices valid until 31 October 2010
More information on curriculum and daily schedule >>
Venue
Vrindavan
Vrindavan is located 150 km from Delhi and can be reached in 2.5 hours on Highway NH2, one of the most modern roads of India. Vrindavan is one of the holiest cities of India. The spiritual wealth of hundreds of temples permeates the atmosphere. For centuries, yoga practitioners have been coming to Vrindavan to immerse themselves in Sadhana (spiritual practice).
The ashram
The Jai Sing Ghera Ashram is the former Sadhana (spiritual) residence of King Jai Singh. The Ashram is located directly on the banks of the holy Yamuna River. The Ashram is the seat of the 500-year-old Goswami Vaishnava tradition of the nearby Sri Radha Raman Temple, one of the oldest temples of Vrindavan.
The ashram is a spiritual oasis with a manicured lawn and exquisite temple gardens where pandits recite the scriptures daily. The ancient palace walls offer picturesque views of the pilgrim road, old royal palaces, and vast fields on the opposite banks of the river.
Guest rooms with fan and detached bath are found on top of a large auditorium built in the classical Rajasthan style. Asana classes will be taught on the roof terrace overlooking the houses of Vrindavan. The large open-air Mandapam regularly hosts the seven-day scriptural recitals.
The ashram kitchen provides carefully prepared lacto-vegetarian meals twice daily, which are moderately spiced.
Special programmes
Bhaja Govindam
Inspiring verses on devotion (Bhakti) by the great yogi Sri Sankaracharya, an incarnation of knowledge.
Elevating Bhajan chanting and live raga music, with Bhagavatacharya Sri Venugopal Goswami.
Bhagavata Saptaha
A seven-day recitation of the ancient scripture Srimad Bhagavatam with Bhagavatacharya Sri Venugopal Goswami. These spiritual discourses with traditional meditative music are a deep source of the ancient wisdom of yoga.
Diwali
The Festival of Lights is celebrated throughout India.
Temple ceremonies
Traditional priests will explain and perform classical Pujas (ritualistic worship) and Homas (fire ceremonies).
Living Yoga Philosophy with Dr. S. N. Pandey
Professor Pandey teaches at the Institute of Oriental Philosophy in Vrindavan. He has published numerous academic papers on Indian philosophy, culture and religion.
Traditional Music and Culture of North India
Introduction to Kirtan, Odissi Dance (choreography of stories from mythology), Ras Lila Dance Theatre: divine stories of Lord Krishna.
Excursions
- Possibility to visit the Taj Mahal, the jewel of Mogul architecture, just 30 km from Vrindavan (extra fee)
- Temple visits in Vrindavan, guided by ashram staff
What to bring
- The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga as well as Meditation and Mantras from Swami Vishnudevananda. These can be purchased from the Sivananda online shop or ordered from the Sivananda Yoga Centres.
- TTC manual and teacher’s uniforms
- Yoga mat, meditation cushion, flip flops, trainers, writing pad, torch, alarm clock, towel, 1 bed sheet, private toiletry items, soap, clothesline, detergent, money belt
- NOTE: A copy of your visa, passport and plane ticket should be kept separately from your luggage.
The ashram offers a laundry service.
Important information
To ensure a successful course, attendance at all spiritual activities, meditation sessions, lectures and asana classes is mandatory. Meat, fish, eggs, black tea, coffee, alcohol, tobacco, drugs and revealing clothing are not allowed, as they are not conducive to the practice of yoga. Not abiding by these rules may lead to dismissal from the course. During the course we cannot cater to personal dietary preferences except for yogic-vegetarian meals.
Registration and payment
Registration form (PDF; for UK residents) >>
Please complete the application form and return it by fax or by post.
ONLINE REGISTRATION >>
Payment info
- Down payment: 300 €
- The outstanding balance is due 4 weeks prior to the beginning of the course.
Please contact the Sivananda Yoga Centre nearest to you for bank details. Booking and payment need to be made at the same centre.
Cancellation terms
- Cancellation before the start of the course: A credit note for the full amount of the course will be issued, minus a 50 Euro administration fee.
- Leaving the course: A credit note for the full amount of the course – minus the days present in the course – will be issued minus a 50 Euro administration fee.
- In case of early departure: the course manual and uniforms (2 trousers / 2 t-shirts) must be returned before leaving the teaching location for the credit note to be authorized.
- The credit note will only be issued two to four weeks after the course completion date and will not be issued at the course location.
- Credit notes are non-transferable and can only be used by the individual whose name appears on the credit note. Credit notes are valid for one year and can be used in any Sivananda Yoga Center or Ashram. Please note: Credit notes cannot be applied to boutique purchases. In Reith (Austria), the credit note cannot be applied to room and board fees.
The course fee includes administration, instruction, room and board, and manual. Airport transfers are not included. It is recommended to purchase a travel health insurance policy through your travel agency.
Please contact
one of the European Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres:
Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre Putney
51 Felsham Road, Putney, London SW15 1AZ, Tel. +44 020 8780 0160 , e-mail: london(�)sivananda.net
Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Academy in Reith
Bichlach 40, A-6370 Reith bei Kitzbühel, Tel. +43 5356 67 404 , e-mail: tyrol(�)sivananda.net
Pharmaceuticals
Please ask your pharmacy for a small kit of medicines appropriate for India.
Please consult with your physician about vaccinations.
Clothing
Clothing adapted to the traditional life style of India is required: No figure-hugging clothes, no halter tops, shorts or short skirts.
At this time of year in Vrindavan, it gets quite warm during the day but cold at night. Please pack a scarf, cap, warm socks and sweaters.
Travel information
Visa
- Make sure to allow sufficient time for obtaining a visa for India.
- The visa application form can be downloaded from your local Indian embassy’s website.
- Your passport has to be valid for at least another six months.
Arrival in India
Please book your flight to New Delhi so that you arrive in Delhi either on the evening of 8 October 2010, or by 7 am on the morning of 9 October.
Suggested travel agent: The Flight Centre, Phone: +44-20 8780 9411
How to get to Vrindavan
Two hotels in Delhi will serve as meeting points. Both hotels are about a 10 minutes’ drive from the airport. Please make your own arrangements at the hotel of your choice by e-mail.
Please be at one of the hotels no later than 9 am.
Application form for bus transfer >>
On arrival day a chartered bus will bring the ATTC participants from Delhi to the Vrindavan Ashram. (The bus will depart at 10 am.)
Please note
A written confirmation from the hotel with regards to your reservation is absolutely necessary.
Please state clearly your name, type of room desired, arrival and departure days as well as airline arrival and departure times, and indicate whether you would like a shuttle transfer between the airport and the hotel.
In both hotels it is possible to share a room with another participant of the ATTC in order to save money.
Hotel Shanti Palace
A-67, Mahipalpur Extention-1
National Highway-8
Near Indira Gandhi International Airport
New Delhi 110 037
Mobile: +91/ 9810110607
Phone: +91/11 26781271 76
Fax: +91/11 26789400 26785740
Hotline: +91/11 3061 7300
E-mail: info(at)shantipalace.com
www.shantipalace.com
Participants of the course qualify for a special rate, called a “corporate tariff” for “Sivananda Yoga Centres Vrindavan”. Make sure you say you are with the "Sivananda Group" and that you want to book the "corporate tariff".
Single room: 4500 INR / 70 €* per night
Double room: 5062INR / 78 €* (2531 INR /39 €* per person) per night
Extra bed: 550 INR / 10 €* per night
Breakfast included.
Costs for shuttle transfer from the International Airport:
550 INR / 9.50 €* with Amb./Indigo (small car)
900 INR / 15 €* with Qualis (up to 5 people)
Please make your reservations per e-mail: info(�)shantipalace.com
Payment is made directly at the hotel.
(*approximate price)
Hotel Lohias
A-53, Mahipalpur Extn. National Highway No-8
Near Indira Gandhi International Airport
New Delhi 110 037
Phone: +91 11 26 78 95 91 or /92 or /93
www.nivalink.com/lohias/index.htm
Make reservations at: Ms Sonu
sonu(at)nivalink.com
cc: sonunivalink(at)gmail.com
The hotel is paid in advance.
Payment is made via the following link: www.nivalink.com/payment3.html
Double room: 2475 INR / 38 €* (19 € per person) per night
Extra bed: 224 INR / 4 €* per night
Meals not included.
There is no special rate for the Sivananda Yoga Centres.
Airport transfer (International Airport): 360 INR / 6 €*
(*approximate price)
Departure
Since 7 November 2010 will be a travel day from Vrindavan to Delhi, please book your return flight for no earlier than 7 November, late evening or 8 November early morning.
Prerequisites
- Sivananda Teachers’ Training Course
- Participation in the Advanced Teachers’ Training Course in Jai Singh Ghera Ashram in the traditional setting of Vrindavan requires constant adaptation to local customs, as well as open-mindedness and sincere acceptance of the instructions given by the Swamis. Before enrolling, please meet or telephone with any of the European Acharyas or Swamis to better understand the spiritual nature of the course and get information on clothing, medical precautions and diet. This personal course introduction by a Swami is essential for enrolment.
