~ Student Life ~

Studying Beyond Gurukul (Campus)

Activities

Philosophy lectures, Discourses on scientific yoga research and meditation philosophies
Indian language class (Sanskrit, Hindi, Marathi)
Sanskrit Shlok chanting
Bhajan, Kirtan in temple
Yogic Cleansing Ceremony/Shatkarmas
Interaction with Yoga Community
Indian Bollywood movie evening
Indian festivals, traditions, celebrations and prayer ceremonies
Kirtan, movie and fire gatherings
Educational trip to the orphanage, Ayurveda college, primary health care centre
Teaching yoga in village school

Students Cultural Exchange Program

For Swasti Yoga Intensive Residential course- Activities

Juice Fasting and Detoxification
Vegetarian Cookery
Meditation and Positive Thinking Retreats
Saree draping
Festival celebration- Traditional rituals, sacred practices and festivals of devotion form an integral part of yogic life. Worship, chanting and prayer are nurtured and promoted.
Indian table manners and traditions
Free excursions to sites of interest/ Day-off activities
Custom itineraries with trip designer
Cultural program- Experience the sacred arts of music and dance from many cultural perspectives
Indian Classical Music and Dance
Heena drawing
Rangoli drawing

Local excursions:

Pune is famous for its yoga hub and cultural heritage. We design curated trips with some of the best local places and activities.

Sunrise hiking at Ghoradeshwar temple
Full moon meditation retreat at Vaarivana/ Pawana resort
Silent walking at Indrayani river, Bird valley garden, Appu ghar, Durga tekdi, Ganesha talav, Thergaon/ Rahatani garden
Trekking, Nature hikes with a trusted guide
Go cycling in the village
Khadakwasla lake
Forts- Sinhagad Fort, Shaniwar Wada
Caves- Karla buddhist caves 2nd cent BC (59 km from Pune), Bhaja Caves
Cultural places- Aga Khan Palace, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum, Osho Ashram, Darshan museum, Chatrapati Shivaji Maharajah Museum
Temples- Trips to Alandi Temple with puja, Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple, Chaturshringi Temple, Kondeshwar temple, Pataleshwar Cave Temple, Tukaram Temple Dehu, Mandai ganpati, Parvati temple
Farmer’s homestead lunch excursion at Vaarivan
Walks in the Plantations, local village and nature hikes
Explore Pune for yourself, spending the day either at the local market shopping or maybe you wish to visit the famous Karla caves and Lonavala Hill station, either way, we give you time to explore the local area.
Noble silence meditation retreat, go out to watch the stars or sit by the fireplace
Trash Hero activity (join local folks to make their village cleaner and more beautiful!)
Eatery: Marz-O-Rin, Vadapav at Joshi, Puneri misal, Puneri Tea Tasting

Optional Paid activities:

Extra Cost (advance notice may be required) with good Value-for-Money:

Swasti signature Ayurveda panchakarma
Spa and massage treatments are available upon request
Individual health & wellness consultation
Ayurveda cooking classes
1-on-1 yoga Apprentice program, coaching and mentoring program
Pawna Lakeside camping – Enjoy the most amazing sunset over the amazing Pawana backwaters and clifftop temple
Nature- Mahabaleshwar (120 Km from Pune)
Alibaug, Kashid Beach (170 Km from Pune) retreat and Sunset meditation
Wellness departure consultation

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