February
Power of Awareness Silent Meditation Retreat
With Swami Anandakumar
6 nights
09- 15 Feb $1145 Book Here Early Bird Discount before 19th Jan 26
09 - 15 Feb $1275 Book Here
It is essential to be able to turn away fully from the momentum of everyday life from time to time.
This can be done most completely 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.
- What awareness is, and why it’s essential
- How to practise it accurately, and how to maintain it
- What it can do for you, and the benefits that will help 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.
Awakening awareness is the way to become free from the demands of influence and distraction.
Let the mind rest awhile and enjoy a different, deeper kind of relaxation to find the peace of mind waiting there.
Suitable for anyone who wants to look a little deeper into their own nature more clearly for understanding, clarity of purpose and decision making
Health Benefits of Backward Bending Asanas
Alls well that bends well
06 - 08 Feb $350
Backward bending postures are a powerful group of yoga asanas bringing physical, mental, and energetic benefits on many levels.
They counteract the habitual forward-hunching of modern life, restore spinal mobility, and help release both physical and emotional tension.
Some benefits are:
Physical
Opens the chest and shoulders – counteracts poor posture from sitting, computer use, or phone use.
Stimulates the nervous system – awakens energy and vitality.
Energetic & Physiological Benefits
Heart and lung stimulation: Vitalize the cardiovascular and respiratory systems
Nervous system activation: Invigorate the sympathetic nervous system, increasing alertness and energy
Hormonal balance: Stimulate the adrenal glands, thyroid, and other endocrine centres
Mental & Emotional Benefits
Stress relief: Release stored tension in the chest and abdomen, areas where emotions often accumulate
Mood elevation: Encourage feelings of openness, confidence, and positivity by expanding the heart area
Counter depression and fatigue: Backbends can be uplifting and energizing, helping to overcome dullness or lethargy
Cultivating courage: Symbolically and physiologically, opening the front body encourages trust, and emotional resilience
Minimum of 2 nights
Any nights between
13 - 17 Feb $125 Discounted
Yoga Essentials Everyone Needs
Imagine stepping out of your private accommodation or private suite into the serene beauty of the Wombat Forest.
Our Personal Retreat offers daily yoga and yoga nidra sessions designed to help you realign and reflect on health and life balance principles.
Take your time to enjoy slow walks, peaceful nature spaces and the gentle daily rhythms of the retreat program.
Includes all food, standard accommodation and yoga classes as per the website Personal Retreat Daily Timetable
I managed to clear out my diary for a few days, to recharge and refocus my mind and body and reconnect with the yogic principles that have proved already so helpful. Guest
Shivaratri - Mantra & Havan
Renew clarity, cultivation of inner balance, meditation, mantra, creating space for fresh energy and insight to guide daily life
15 - 16 Feb $175
Shivaratri Midnight Havan
15 Feb 5pm - 16 Feb 1am $50
(No Accommodation)
Following the teachings of Origins of Yoga & Pashupata Yoga, the discussion between Shiva and Paravati.
Midnight Havan and Om Namah Shivay x 1008.
The auspicious celebration at the time of the dark moon Shivaratri will be conducted at Rocklyn Ashram with shiva kirtans, bhajans, midnight havan and Abhishek – the ceremonial bathing of the shivalingam represents the purification of the soul. During the havan the mantra of Om Namah Shivaya will be chanted 1008 times to awaken the internal Abhishek of mentally pouring the waters of pure love over the Atmalingam of the lotus heart.
The external Abhishek is performed with various ingredients of vermilion paste representing virture; offering of milk, honey, fruit, sugar and curd to nurture the gratification in life; offering of bhasma, turmeric, tilak and saffron waters to purify; lighting of incense yields wealth and the lighting of oil lamps signifies the attainment of knowledge.
The offering of these important ingredients, mantra chanting and sincerity encourage the growth of commitment, integrity, courage, faith, trust and noble thoughts and actions.
Yoga & Nature Emotional Balance & Resilence
From Emotional Clutter to Declutter & Clarity
20 - 22 Feb $350
Emotions are often referred to as energy in motion and have the power to remodel our perception, feelings and reactions on how we experience the everyday life internally and externally.
When the emotions are misunderstood, coloured with doubt and fear they derail our ability of making conscious and better choices and decisions.
On the other hand, when the emotions are harmonized we experience life with resilience, joy, creativity and deeper understanding.
Ancient yogic wisdom traditions offer the knowledge and techniques to build the skill of emotional self-regulation.
Practices of conscious rythmic breathing, yoga nidra, mantra and healthy lifestyle changes connect us to our quieter inner self and self understanding.
If you want to experience a true traditional Yoga Ashram with a contemporary twist - this is the place for you! All are welcome and welcomed, whether you are a newbie or a dedicated yoga person and you may experience a whole new way of seeing the world that will last after you head back home. Guest
Yoga & Ashram Life
Community Connection Ashram Life - Helping out
20 - 22 Feb $110
Intakes Limited
Please arrive before 4.00pm on the 20th and depart after lunch clean up - 2.00pm on the 22nd.
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."
Personal Yoga Retreat in Nature
Escape the Busyness, Embrace the 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
Living Consciously Option 2
5 nights $655 Book Here
Mon 10.30am – Sat 2pm
7 nights $915 Book Here
Arrive before 3pm Sun 2pm – Sun 2pm
Intakes all year
Living Consciously option 2 Timetable
Retreat Information
A The Living Consciously Option 2 differs a little from the Living Consciously Option 1 program in that extra time is allocated after lunch to deepen relaxation and reclaim inner balance and direction during your personal retreat. Course material and group meetings are consistent with the Living Consciously concept of awareness.
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 Living Consciously Retreats 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 Mon to Thur
4 night Retreat based on the principles of Living Consciously
Daily Timetable
Retreat Information
Fee $255
Arrive Sunday 3pm
Departure Thursday at 2.00pm
01 - 05 Feb $255 Book Here
08 - 12 Feb $255 Book Here
15 - 19 Feb $255 Book Here
22 - 26 Feb $255 Book Here
Feel Great Break Yoga Retreat
3 night Yoga Retreat Mon - Thur
Fee $400
Daily Timetable
Retreat Information
Arrive 2pm
This 3 night Yoga Retreat is part of a 1 month course of living consciously.
On completion of week 1, weeks 2, 3 & 4 can be undertaken at your own leisure
02 - 05 Feb $400 Book Here
09 - 12 Feb $400 Book Here
16 - 19 Feb $400 Book Here
23 - 26 Feb $400 Book Here
The retreat supports personal time and space to re assess if we are focusing on what is important to us 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, and twice daily group discussions on subjects of awareness from the texteBook 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
Day Visits
Saturday Yoga Day & Kirtan
14 Feb $75
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.