Upasana Retreat
Sublime philosophy for spiritual lifestyle
Residential Retreat
12, 13 & 14 October 2024, Thanks Giving Long Weekend
The Sanskrit word ‘Upasana’ literally means ‘residing near’ the Guru. It denotes a disciple’s commitment and spiritual practices undertaken to fixate the wavering mind upon the higher Self or God.
‘Upasana’ is offered as an annual residential study retreat, open to individuals, couples and families. The retreat provides you the rare opportunity to dedicate a long weekend to delve deeper into your inner personality, away from the endless entanglements of family, work, society etc.
Each retreat covers a chapter from the Prakriya (Introductory Vedanta Literature) or a chapter from the Bhagavad Gita. The holistic schedule provides a conducive environment and uplifting company of fellow seekers to study, reflect and explore to sublime truths. Group discussions and light hearted environment with fellow attendees, helps translate the knowledge into day today living. A lifetime experience to soak yourself in the transcendental wisdom of the Vedas.
’Chitha Shuddhi’ , is the theme chosen for study at the October 2024 retreat.
Retreat Highlights
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Guided Yogasana
Flex your body as your intellect is recharged
Retreat offers guided yogasana and pranayama sessions. Walk, jog, sports and out door lake side activities also available.
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Bhagavad Gita Lecture
As you think, So you become
Select chapters of the Gita and ‘The Eternities - Vedanta Treatise’ are also covered. -
Group Discussion
Interact, discuss and clarify your doubts
Philosophical movies, group discussion and interactive Q and A sessions with scope for reflection and consolidation of the knowledge.
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Satvic Food
Room, board, stationeries and supplies
Satvic food with vegetarian and vegan options; Tea and coffee breaks. Stationeries and supplies included.
Meet the speaker
Rangarajan
Rangarajan, disciple of Swami Parthasarathy conducts the Upanishad lectures at the Aaranyaka retreat. The lectures include chanting of the Upanishad mantras, translation of the mantras, etymological derivation of key terminologies; interpretation and explanation on each mantra. The retreat schedule delivers material, guidance and a conducive ambience to study, reflect and unravel the sublime declarations on the Supreme Reality, Brahman.
Horseshoe Valley Resort
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Venue
1101, Horseshoe Valley Road W, Barrie
Conveniently situated in Barrie, within 1.5 hours drive from the GTA.
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Date & Time
Thanks Giving Day Long weekend, October 2024
Check in 12 October 2024, Saturday
Check out 14 October 2024, Monday -
Rooms
Standard hotel type rooms
Each room has 2 queen beds to host upto 4 adults in your family conveniently.
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Teens & Youth
Family friendly
Activities to keep children & youngsters engaged through the retreat.
Register
The residential retreat is on 12, 13 & 14 October 2024, Thanks Giving day long weekend. As rooms are limited, your room booking is based on first come first allotted.