What you will gain :
- Clear understanding of what meditation is and what it is not
- Sufficient knowledge & practice of basic meditation techniques & practices
- Excellent overview of advanced meditation techniques & practices
- First-hand experience of the manifold benefits and invaluable transformations that meditation brings to body, mind & consciousness on so many levels
- Skills & confidence to teach meditation in an effective & interesting manner
- Ability to provide valuable guidance to spiritual practitioners with great wisdom.
- Ability to handle various kinds of difficulties & challenges that arise during meditation practice
- Knowledge of different spiritual traditions & their systems of meditation
- Ability to integrate fruitful meditation practices into daily life
- Enthusiasm to keep on progressing on your spiritual journey
- Knowledge of interesting connections between meditation and modern sciences
- Motivation for further study & exploration
- A certificate in your name with lifetime validity
- 50 hours of continuing education credits from Yoga Alliance, USA
How the course is structured :
The course follows an effective and well-designed structure. First, you will be introduced to a specific meditation technique/practice, which will be described & explained in detail. Then you will practice the meditation technique during a fully-guided meditation session, carefully observing its effects on your body, mind & consciousness. Following the guided meditation session, there will be a teaching- practice class in which you will learn how to properly teach the technique to others and how to make your students feel and appreciate its beneficial effects. Thus, you will experience all meditation techniques/practices both as a practitioner and as a teacher. You will experience meditation and learn to teach meditation at gross, subtle & profound levels. At each level you will gain sufficient experience and knowledge, which you will help you to gain solid mastery.
Each day of the course includes:
- Meditation-teaching practice classes
- Guided meditation sessions
- Energy practice session
- Spiritual philosophy class
- Yoga session
Course Curriculum :
Module 1: Fundamentals of Meditation Practice
- Meditation postures
- Posture variations for people with physical difficulties
- Useful props for meditation such as cushions, bolsters, chairs
- Techniques to relax and stabilize the body during meditation practice
- Three basic principles of meditation practice
Module 2: Meditation Techniques
- Breath awareness & its variations
- Useful techniques to keep attention focused on breath
- Exploring the intimate connection of breath with body, mind & consciousness
- Body awareness & its variations
- Basic body scanning practice
- Focused body observation practice
- Combining body awareness with breath awareness
- Insightful understanding of the nature of the body
- Practice of non-reaction to bodily experiences; initial practice of equanimity
- Mind awareness practice
- Observing thoughts & ideas as they come & go
- Observing feelings & emotions as they come & go
- Insightful understanding of the nature of the mind
- Practice of non-attachment to psychological experiences; profound practice of equanimity
- Introduction to advanced meditation techniques
Module 3: Daily Meditation Practices
- Morning Meditation
- Daytime Meditation
- Evening Meditation
- Introduction to Night Meditation
- Introduction to Early Morning Meditation
Module 4: Meditation Teaching Practice
- Learning proper instructions for each meditation technique
- Regular practice of giving instructions for different meditation techniques
- Regular practice of conducting meditation sessions
- Receiving feedbacks from the teacher & other students
- Providing constructive as well as critical feedback to other students
- Finding right voice & style; adjusting the tone, volume & pitch
- Developing personal style under the teacher's guidance
Module 5: Sequencing and Timimg
- Proper sequencing of meditation techniques to make a meditation session interesting & impactful
- Proper sequencing of meditation practices to make a meditation program interesting & impactful
- Appropriate duration of practice for different levels of practitioners
- Best time for daily meditation practice
Module 6: Spiritual Philosophy
Module 7: Yoga for Meditation
- Simple & effective practices from Hatha yoga to support the practice of meditation
- Sukshma vyama & warm up exercises
- Beginner & intermediate asanas
- Effective Pranayama practices
- Shatkarma (body purification practices)
Module 8: Kundalini Energy Awakening Practices for Meditation
- Activating the energy centers (chakras), opening the energy channels & pathways, removing the blockages, intensifying the upward rising of energy, filling oneself with great energy & subtle intelligence
Module 9: Practice of Self-discipline & Self-observation
- Persistent practice of self-discipline in order to live the daily life in optimal way
- Building up the physical, psychological & spiritual stamina to continue through challenges & difficulties
- Observing oneself in action & in relationship with others
- Dissolving old patterns that create problems & issues
- Creating new patterns that lead to a creative, peaceful & blissful way of living
Module 10: Integration of Meditation into Daily Life
- Valuable advice on how to integrate fruitful meditation practices in daily life and how to keep on progressing on the spiritual path
- Suggestions for further study & exploration
Program Schedule :
Day 1 (Arrival Day)
| 2:00 pm | Arrival Time |
| 2:45 pm | Snacks |
| 4:00 pm | Relaxing Yoga Session |
| 5:15 pm | Introductory Meditation Class |
| 6:30 pm | Dinner |
Day 2,3, ... (Daily Schedule)
| 06:00 am | Wake Up |
| 07:30 am | Herbal Tea |
| 08:00 am | Morning Meditation Session |
| 09:30 am | Breakfast |
| 11:00 am | Meditation-Teaching Practice Class |
| 01:00 pm | Self-study Time |
| 02:00 pm | Lunch |
| 3:15 PM | Spiritual Philosophy Class |
| 04:30 pm | Herbal Tea |
| 5:00 pm | Meditation Session |
| 06:30 pm | Dinner |
Day 7 (Departure Day)
| 6:00 am | Wake Up |
| 06:30 am | Yoga Session |
| 07:30 am | Herbal Tea |
| 08:00 am | Morning Meditation Session |
| 09:00 am | Certification Ceremony |
| 09:30 am | Breakfast |
| 11:00 am | Last Meditation Session |
| 12:30 pm | Advice on how to continue practice |
| 02:00 pm | Snacks & the program ends. |
Authentic Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate in your name with lifetime validity from Kathmandu Meditation School & Retreat, and also an additional YACEP certificate from Yoga Alliance, USA which will give you 50 hours of continuing education credits.
Our Main Meditation Master, Sujit Guru :
Sujit Guru is a highly realized sage, accomplished meditation trainer & wise spiritual mentor. His consciousness is endowed with in-depth experience & intimate understanding of the spiritual awakening process. He is especially skilled at translating his wisdom & insights into interesting & impactful meditation techniques. While pursuing higher education at some of the world's best universities, he realized that material progress alone could not lead to a meaningful & joyful life. His deep thirst for spiritual exploration took him to the caves and forests of Shivapuri Mountain, just outside the northern edge of Kathmandu Valley. There he dwelt for about one decade, practicing intense meditation and self-inquiry, which brought him profound self-realization and genuine experiences of higher spiritual dimensions.
Why Learn Meditation from Sujit Guru ??
- During his spiritual retreat in Shivapuri mountain, he went through a very intense & radically transformative episode of spiritual awakening that took place over a period of several months. After that episode, he has been blessed with exceptional consciousness-awakening experiences of the ultimate level.
- He has gained mastery of all kinds of meditation techniques/practices. He is greatly skilled at explaining how and why the different meditation techniques work.
- He has made in-depth study of ancient spiritual texts as well as modern sciences. He is exceptionally skilled at bringing forth the insights hidden in ancient spiritual teachings. He is equally brilliant at explaining how ancient ideas can be understood in the light of modern scientific discoveries.
- He is a master trainer who teaches with great passion and excellence. He has taught and guided hundreds of spiritual enthusiasts from all over the world. Hundreds of students have already got life-transforming experience under his guidance.
- He is expert at conducting excellent meditation sessions for beginners to advanced practitioners.
- His meditation sessions are always profound, interesting, fun and rightly balanced.
- His meditation classes are engaging, interactive and filled with open discussions.
- He is a friendly and compassionate spiritual mentor who is genuinely concerned about his students' well-being and progress. His vibrant enthusiasm, energy and aliveness provide life-long inspiration to keep on progressing on the spiritual path.
About Location :
Our meditation school and retreat center is located in a peaceful suburb named Budhanilkantha, which lies 12 km north of Kathmandu valley. Situated on a beautiful hilltop in the verdant foothills of the majestic Shivapuri mountain, it is a peaceful place filled with vibrant spiritual energy that provides strong support for profound spiritual practices. Budhanilkantha is a charming town in the norther part of Kathmandu. It is famous for being a spiritual and religious centre for Hindus and Buddhists. It is also a much loved place for the practice of yoga and meditation.
Our place is easily accessible being just 15 km from Tribhuvan International Airport and 12 km from the tourist hub Thamel. All the important spiritual places and tourist places of Kathmandu valley are within easy reach from here. The most convenient means of transport to our place is taxi.
How to reach our place from Budhanilkantha??
we are just 2 km from the main centre of Budhanilkantha. There is a very famous temple called “Budhanilkatha Temple”. When you come from Thamel or Tribhuvan International Airport, it will be easy to locate our place by giving reference of Budhanilkantha Temple.
About 200 meters before reaching Budhanilkantha Chowk (main centre), there is a place called Deuba Chowk. Take a right turn at Deuba Chowk. Our place is about 2 km from there. By taxi, it will take about 7 minutes whereas by walking it will take about 30 minutes. The name of the place we are located is called Badeli. Once you reach Badeli village, you will come to a small temple called Radha Krishna Mandir on your left. There you will see our signpost. Please follow the direction as mentioned in the signpost.
Another easy way to reach our place is by following Google Map.
About Food :
- Meals: We provide delicious sattvic vegetarian food, served three times a day.
- Drinks: Enjoy refreshing beverages like honey ginger lemon, mint water, and seasonal herbal drinks.
Accommodation :
We have a total of 10 rooms, designed to cater to different preferences. Our accommodations are divided into two types:
Western Style Accommodation
- Rooms: We have a separate house with rooms designed for those who prefer modern comforts.
- Facilities: Each room has an attached bathroom, air conditioning, hot and cold water, a comfortable bed, a mattress, and a cupboard.
- Additional Features: All rooms include internet access and a balcony with views of the Shivapuri mountain and Kathmandu valley.
- Options: Guests can choose to stay in single rooms or in double-sharing rooms.
We aim to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable, whether you prefer a traditional Nepali experience or modern Western amenities.
Nepali Style Accommodation
- Rooms: We offer 4 rooms in a guest house for those who prefer a local, natural experience without air conditioning.
- Facilities: Each room has two single beds, Nepali-style mattresses and blankets, fans, and heaters (seasonal).
- Shared Amenities: Restrooms (both Nepali and Western style) and showers are shared. We provide 24-hour hot water and free internet.
About Cost:
| Room Type | Total Cost (Per Person) |
|---|---|
| Single AC room with private bathroom | USD 525.00 |
| Double sharing AC room with private bathroom | USD 425.00 |
| Single non-AC room with common bathroom | USD 450.00 |
| Double sharing non-AC room with common bathroom | USD 350.00 |
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