February
Power of Awareness
Silent Meditation Retreat
with Sw. Anandakumar
6 Days (5 nights)
09 - 15 Feb $1200 Book Here Early Bird before 1 Feb
09 - 15 Feb $1400 Book Here
Suitable for everyone who wants to look a little deeper into their own nature more clearly for understanding, clarity of purpose and decision making
The need of the moment is to find a deeper level of relaxation than the merely casual. In this way you can better insure your personal wellbeing against the challenges of modern life - internally as well as externally. Up to a certain point relaxation is spontaneous, we all know how we do it. But past that point you need structure, technique and, yes, some effort - it does not come automatically.
This can be done most effectively during a silent meditation retreat in an ideal environment. It’s called meditation but really it’s a way of getting in touch with yourself the most effective and direct way.
The silence during the course is integral to reaching deeper into the benefits you can discover. It helps immeasurably to tune into your inner self without any distraction.
The focus is on Awareness:
- What it is and why it’s important
- How to practise it accurately
- How to maintain it
- What it can do for you
- And the benefits that can accrue in daily life
Awareness is the constant in meditation. Awareness is being present, in the moment, and there are delightful ways to be present. Awareness is seeing things equally, undivided by opinion and self appraisal.
Awareness leads to that deeper level of relaxation we aspire to. It brings us into contact with our truer inner nature and with it the luxury of allowing that inner nature to express, the part of our nature that you feel we need to censure or manage in daily life. Ultimately relaxation is freedom.
About the Teacher
Swami Anandakumar teaches with wisdom, authenticity and generosity of spirit born out of over 40 years of yoga and meditation practice.
With his warm, down-to-earth manner he gently inspires and encourages. With well timed guidance he makes the mystery of meditation clear and accessible.
Simply Be Personal Yoga Retreat in Nature
Minimum of 2 nights
Any nights between
10 - 14 Feb $125 per night Discounted
Take time to turn inward, quieten the mind and reconnect with the deeper essence of your being.
The Simply Be Personal Yoga Retreat offers a mobile phone free space for stillness, self-reflection and inner renewal, away from the demands and distractions of everyday life.
The daily timetable of slow walks in nature, yoga, meditation, breath awareness, yoga nidra - relaxation and times of silence, naturally allows ones self to let go of striving to simply being in the present.
Rest in the natural peace within, reconnect with your inner wisdom and rediscover the quiet joy of being fully yourself.
Includes all food, standard accommodation and yoga classes as per the website Personal Retreat Daily Timetable
The Simply Be Personal Yoga Retreat gave me the opportunity to relax, meditate and retreat quietly in a calm and beautiful setting within a conscious community.
Living with Purpose in Daily Life Yoga Retreat
Yoga & Ashram Life Retreat
Community Connection Ashram Life - Helping out
Intakes Limited
Experience the Yoga Ashram Life together with others for the weekend.. Join the Karma Yoga projects, yoga program as per the timetable, asana class, yoga nidra, havan - fire ceremony and mantra, kirtan chanting.
Karma Yoga, known as the path of selfless action, offers profound benefits for both the individual and society. By focusing on actions performed with a sense of sharing of skills and without expectations, practitioners cultivate a mindset of present awareness. This approach fosters inner peace, reduces stress, and enhances emotional resilience. Additionally, it encourages a sense of community and interconnectedness, as individuals contribute positively to the world around them. Ultimately, Karma Yoga promotes personal growth, purpose, and fulfillment through the simple act of seva and cooperation.
"Karma Yoga expands the heart and breaks all barriers that stand in the way of unity or oneness."
Swami Sivananda
Full participation in the Ashram lifestyle.
"it was a wonderful experience to have connection with other like minded community yogis."
Simply Be Personal Yoga Retreat in Nature
Step Away from the Busyness, Regain Your Inner Balance.
Imagine having a few days away from the norm! with slow walks in the Wombat Forest.
Imagine feeling rested and relaxed, having quality time to reflect in the quiet nature spaces of the Ashram environment without any obligation to do....and
Imagine yoga practices that create deep relaxation, and give space within to declutter the mind from the things we worry about.
Living Consciously Retreat
1 week $285 Book Here
Sustainable Living is Joyful Living
1 week to 1 month
10% discount for Health Care Card Holders
No further discounts apply
Arrive Sun before 3pm – Depart Sun 2pm
Intakes all year
Daily Timetable
Retreat Information
Sustaining and cultivating a positive attitude towards life.
"I came to Rocklyn for the conscious living course not knowing what to expect, but with expectations of getting some rest, some time out and some reflection. Wow! I came away with so much more. Atma has created an amazing space, and perhaps a unique resource in Victoria for anyone looking for more than yoga asana practice, to a deeper dive into meditation, prana and conscious, healthy living. The daily structure frees up headspace for reflection, taking time to both breathe in as well as contribute to the surrounding beautiful environs. I enjoyed getting my hands dirty in the food garden, helping out, chatting to other lovely souls all on their own journey and having a good look at the spinning thoughts and emotions that can fill our day, and lead to nowhere.
Thanks for guiding me through the course, and I very much look forward to coming again to take stock, recharge and learn more." Jeremy
What was beneficial about the retreat?
- A great opportunity to rest my mind, reset patterns and to further commit to living consciously
- Karma Yoga gave me the opportunity to observe and witness ones actions and reactions positively
- Regular yoga practices both on and off the mat. Beautiful, peaceful and natural environment for yoga and lifestyle
- Just perfect - timeout, yoga, lifestyle, reviving, refreshing and an inspiring experience in a beautiful ashram setting
- Format - open, flexible, well balanced with practical & theory based sessions.
- Creative approach to developing a yogic lifestyle
- Karma Yoga - participation in the duties of the ashram life gave me a point of focus
Renew Your Direction Yoga Retreat
3 nights $450 Book Here
Mon 10.30am - Thur 2pm
5 nights $750 Book Here
Mon 10.30am – Sat 2pm
7 nights $1050 Book Here
Sun 2pm – Sun 2pm Arrive before 3pm
2 weeks $2100 Book Here
Sun 2pm - Sun 2pm Arrive before 3pm
Please contact us for a 3 or 4 week enrolment
Intakes all year
Daily Timetable
Retreat Information
The retreat supports personal time and space to re assess if you are focusing on what is important to you in life, and if we are creatively balancing our spiritual and worldly health and wellbeing effectively.
This special Yoga Retreat program includes: yoga postures, breathing techniques, yoga nidra – relaxation, meditation, focused action in the lifestyle in the morning and reflective space in the afternoon, and twice daily group discussions on subjects of awareness from the eBook Yoga With Attitude
One is encouraged to make notes or keep a spiritual diary throughout the retreat.
At the end of your retreat take some time to re assess in the following way:
What insights have been gained throughout the retreat to support health & wellbeing effectively
How do you intend to apply and consolidate in a practical ongoing way the benefits and insights gained during your retreat
What challenges were met and how did you respond to them - responses and reactions
What was beneficial about the retreat?
- Yoga Nidra, the daily topic to witness and reflect on and the balance of all the yogas including Karma Yoga were highlights in my life changing experience.
- Wonderful. It is one of the most peaceful settings I've had the privilege to be in. I am inspired.
- Location, affordability & ethos
- Group sessions. Complete toolkit to help re-assess your mind/lifestyle
During the Renew Your Direction Yoga Retreat program participants will discover, experience and analyse the methods by which yogic principles and practices can be applied in their daily lives.
Mid Week Living Consciously Sun to Fri
4 night Retreat based on the principles of Living Consciously
Daily Timetable
Retreat Information
Fee $270
Arrive Sunday 3pm
Departure Friday at 2.00pm
$270 Book Here
$270 Book Here
$270 Book Here
$270 Book Here
Day Visits
Saturday Yoga Day & Kirtan
10.30am - 8.30pm
A perfect way to reconnect and renew.
Taking time to join a yoga day in a tranquil country ashram setting offers rejuvenation and a get away from the everyday rush, where the quiet of nature enhances each practice. Enjoy asana to energize the body, pranayama to connect with your breath and calm the mind, and the deep rest of yoga nidra to release inner tensions. Complete your day with the chanting of mantras and havan for the wellbeing of all beings and the environment and the joy of kirtan mantra chanting, immersing yourself in soulful sounds that lift the spirit and deepen the experience of the power peace, and the power of connection. It’s a perfect way to reconnect and renew.
Enjoy the numerous walking and bike riding tracks at the very edge of the forest.
Welcome to ask about the activities, programs conducted at the Ashram and which programs may be more appropriate for your specific needs.
The ideal place for your first or next retreat
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Rocklyn Yoga Ashram, operated by Yoga Association of Victoria Inc. as an autonomous entity, remains committed to the tradition of Satyananda Yoga and continues the teachings of the Satyananda system of yoga.