Sadhana Intensive

Two-week self-practice course emphasising prolonged pranayama, intensive Hatha Yoga and scriptural study in ashram life, building stamina and confidence, culminating in Sivananda Sadhana Intensive certification.

Intensive Self-Practice

Undertake two daily sessions of demanding Hatha Yoga and sustained pranayama.

Strict Yogic Discipline

Follow salt-free sattvic diet, no free days, and no external communication.

Vedic Sadhana

Study Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Viveka Chudamani and Srimad Bhagavatam alongside practice.

Upcoming Batches

June 6 – 21 2026

Single:
CAD $2750

Camping
CAD $1915

Accommodation

Single Room
Single Room

(Shared bathroom)

Double Rooms
Dorm
Tent

Curriculum

  • Explanation and practice of advanced pranayama, bandhas (locks) and mudras (seals).
  • Daily self practice of asana.
  • Practice of shat kriyas (cleansing techniques).
  • Meditation and chanting.
  • Keeping a spiritual diary.
  • Mouna (at certain times of the day) to conserve the vital energy

The study of

  • Viveka Chudamani by Sankaracharya : A standard text on Vedanta philosophy which describes the practical methods towards realizing the Self and the necessary preparations for it.
  • Hatha Yoga Pradipika by Yogi Swatmarama with commentary by Swami Vishnudevananda : classical text on Hatha Yoga which explains in detail asanas, pranayama, mudras, bandhas and the process of awakening the Kundalini.
  • Srimad Bhagavatam by Vyasa Maharishi : Considered one of the most important works on Bhakti Yoga, it contains stories that fill the mind with universal love and open the heart, which is the key to experiencing the deepest levels of Hatha Yoga and for the practice of Bhakti yoga.
  • Sadhana Intensive course manual (supplied)

Schedule

The daily schedule includes:

  • Practice of kriyas.
  • Morning and evening satsang with meditation and chanting.
  • Two practice sessions of asana and advanced pranayama incorporating bandhas and mudras.
  • Study of Hatha Yoga Pradipika / Viveka Chudamani / Srimad Bhagavatam.
  • Morning almond milk drink, brunch and dinner.
  • Participation in entire daily schedule is mandatory.

The course director may change the schedule according to the needs of the students.

Graduates receive an internationally recognized certificate from the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre (ISYVC). This course is ideal for dedicated practitioners seeking profound spiritual advancement.

Pre-requisites

The participant must be a Sivananda Certified Teacher

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Testimonials

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