Programme of the Day

Morning

Arrival at 9:30 am
Welcome and opening of the seminar

 

Preparation for practice and traditional purification techniques:

  • Jala Neti, as a preliminary practice of preparation and purification;
  • practice of Kriyā and Mudrā from the Haṭha Yoga tradition, aimed at preparing both the physical and subtle bodies for work with the elements;
  • introduction to and practice of Oli Mudrā, traditional techniques through which denser energies are gathered, transformed and progressively directed towards subtler forms;
  • the transformation of the elements, from the physical plane to the vital energies and the subtler dimensions of experience, through the refined practices of meditation.

The practice will unfold as a unified process: not as a sequence of isolated techniques, but as different instruments of Yoga acting upon the body, prāṇa and mind according to a single principle of transformation.

Yajña – The Fire of Transformation

The morning will culminate in the practice of Yajña, the sacred fire ritual in its Vedic and Āgamic dimensions.

Fire, Agni, is at once an element, a principle of transformation and a living image of the yogic work itself: that which is offered into the fire is transformed in its very nature.

Through the ritual, we will explore the meaning of offering, combustion and transformation, relating the outer fire of sacrifice to the inner fire of Sādhanā, through which the elements of one’s being are progressively purified, recombined and transcended.

Break

Ayurvedic vegetarian lunch
Time for quiet reflection in the Ashram and its grounds

Afternoon

Study and Exploration:
  • The Pañca Mahābhūta, introduction to the nature of the five great elements, with an exploration of their characteristics and qualities;
  • the relationship between physical and subtle elements;
  • Bhūta Pariṇāma, the alchemy of Yoga: the principle of the transformation of the elements within yogic practice;
  • theoretical introduction to and direct practice of Prāṇa Laya Yoga, moving from the physical body towards the subtle bodies and planes, prāṇa and the mind.

Satsaṅga – Dialogue with the Master

A sacred moment dedicated to direct encounter with Master Kailasha. Through dialogue, the personal experiences that arise during meditation may be understood more deeply and brought back within the authentic perspective of Yoga. There will also be space for participants’ questions, offering an opportunity to clarify what has been experienced throughout the day and to deepen the teachings received directly with the Master.

Closing

The day is expected to conclude at approximately 6:30 pm.