Contact
E.mail: binoobaba@yahoo.co.in
Tel: +91 83 9092 5822
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CONTENTS:
1. Greeting, background, and biography of Hari Pillai, our primary yoga instructor
2. Practical Information: Location, Programs, Accommodation.
3. Contact Information
4. Description of practices and
terminology
5. The full name of our Centre
GREETING and BACKGROUND
Namaste from India! I am Hari, the primary teacher of Brahmavidya Yoga Centre Goa.* Combining the venerable and ancient texts of yogic wisdom and philosophy with contemporary practices, our centre seeks a true synthesis of body, mind and spirit. It facilitates the evolution of the complete human being, centred in the highest consciousness. My primary Guru is Bhagawan Nityananda of Ganeshpuri and Kanhangad (1897-1961); I study presently with Swami Vijayananda of Anandashram Bevinkoppa. Thus, I humbly seek to imbue all my teachings with the highest consciousness. Whether students and teachers are practicing asana (postures), dhyana (meditation), pranayama (breath control), or yoga nidra (yogic sleep), we are centred in the Divine Shakti - Universal Power - which flows through Bhagawan Nityananda. PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Location
Brahmavidya Yoga Centre Goa is located in a serene, rural environment, in the village of Keri, near Arambol in North Goa. The golden sand beaches of the Arabian Sea are easily accessible. Typical Centre Schedule and Program
- Morning Meditation, 5 am
- Tea, 6 am
- Asana & yoga nidra (posture and yogic sleep)
7 - 9 am
- Breakfast, 9.30 am
- Lectures and programs on yoga philosophy, history, and culture are available, tailored to the needs and experience of individuals and classes.
- Ayurvedic massage as therapy and relaxation (abhyangham) is available onsite from highly-trained therapists.
- Free time. Sightseeing and recreational programs, including nearby spiritual sites and temples. are available at reasonable prices from many local agencies. The Centre is happy to facilitate transportation for these unique cultural opportunities. Accommodation
Rooms with private bath and kitchenette are available on site, at very reasonable prices. Contact our Centre
Beach Road, south of English Medium High School,
Keri (Querim), Arambol, North Goa, India
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/4pk9Rm1TuAT2
Landmark:
Shree Sai Krupa Broilers Chicken Center, Querim–Arambol–Agarwada Rd, Talwada, Pernem, Querim, Goa 403524, India
e.mail
binoobaba@yahoo.co.in
tel: +91 83 9092 5822
PRACTICES and TERMINOLOGY
Asana, or yoga postures, are the physical aspect of yoga practice. They facilitate physical health, the mental focus needed for effective work, and the posture for deep, transforming meditation. One who has transcended all the sorrows of this world, and is no longer bound by rebirth to physical suffering and karma. Ayurveda. "The Science of Health," India's ancient and venerable system of healing and health, based on diet, massage, and natural medicines. Brahmavidya. The knowledge of Brahman, or universal consciousness as described in the texts of Vedanta (the Upanishads). Hatha yoga. The physical aspect of yoga (union), which includes asana (postures), pranayama (breath control), and yoga nidra (conscious, yogic sleep). Self-control is gained, helping us to give up undesirable thoughts and habits. Jnana. Self knowledge, the capacity to understand one's unity with the Atman, or Great Universal Self. All our Centre's practices are focused on realising this reality. Peeth. "The seat of highest consciousness." A centre or school, usually associated with spiritual aspiration and yoga. Prana. Vital force, or vitality, expressed by the breath. Pranayama. Control of the breath beyond its normal limits, to improve concentration for physical health, work and meditation. Yoga. "The union of the individual with universal consciousness." In our Centre, this union is faciliated by hatha yoga (asana, pranayama, yoga nidra, self discipline), and meditation. Yoga nidra. Psychic sleep, serves to create a one-pointed mind, and to relax the whole being. It is an especially useful remedy for imbalances such as fear, tension, anger, or addiction. THE FULL NAME OF OUR CENTRE
The full name of our Centre
is Avadhuta Nityananda Brahmavidya Peeth, in honor of the great saint Bhagawan Nityananda of Kanhangad and Ganeshpuri (1897-1961), one of the most revered teachers of yoga, meditation, and self-realisation.
