Power of Pranayama
By Yogacharya Sandhya Dixit
20th to 26th April 2025
(Check-in: 20th April
Check-out: 27th April)
Introduction
Pranayama is one of the most renowned ancient and popular practices of yoga. Its practice has been mentioned in the Rigveda, Yajurveda and Atharvaveda and its existence dates back to Patanjali Yoga sutra written in 200 B.C. It encompasses one of the most crucial steps of the Ashtanga Yoga. Pranayama is both traditional and scientific technique which balances the mind, body, emotions and the soul ultimately. Its therapeutic benefits have been gaining popularity all over the world, encouraging people from different professions to practice and master the art of Pranayama.
What is Pranayama all about?
Yoga is an art of establishing “harmony between individual existences with cosmic existence” and Pranayama is an application of this “art” through which one develops an awareness of one’s Prana (vital life force). The soul of Pranayama lays in controlled inhalation, retention and controlled exhalation of the breath. It not only extends and empowers the Prana, but it also revitalises and soothes the vital energy so that the body can harness it.
Benefits of Pranayama
There is no doubt that by practicing pranayama one acquires complete control over one’s body. It cures the diseases of Vaata (air), Pitta (bile), Kapha (cough) and enhances the gastric fire in one’s body. One who regularly practices Pranayama is able to experience slimness of the body, lustrous face, clarity of voice, brightness of eyes, freedom from diseases like Asthma, Sinusitis, Hypertension, Ischemic Heart Diseases, Indigestion and many more. It helps in the management of reproductive disorders, degenerative diseases like Fibromyalgia, reduces the metabolic strain on kidneys and most importantly increases the blood supply to the cortex in the Brain. It improves one’s mental health and cures many personality disorders. Pranayama has a tremendous power to revert back the ageing process. It has an inherent power to boost the immune system. It increases one’s confidence and self-esteem, and helps in channelizing positive energy. Mastery over the art of Pranayama helps in the purification of Nadis (channels through which Prana flows), and through determined practice one may also awaken the Kundalini Shakti. The Prana tends to move along the principal Nadi- Sushumna; the individual starts experiencing higher levels of consciousness, ultimately culminating a transcendental state.
What will you learn from this Workshop?
- Introduction to Pranayama, Traditional and Scientific Approach
- Theory and Concepts of Pranayama, Effects and its Benefits
- Introduction to Preparatory practices of Pranayama like Uddiyana bandha (raising of the diaphragm), Jalandhara bandha (chin lock), Mula bandha (anal contraction), Simha Mudra (Lion’s symbol), Jihva bandha (tongue lock), Brahma Mudra and Kapalbhati
- Different types of Pranayama like Anulom-vilom, Suryabhedana, Ujjayi, Shitali, Sitkari, Bhramari and Bhastrika
- Thorough hands-on training on different types of Pranayama and its preparatory practices
- Introduction to basic mantra chanting, significance, benefits and hands-on training on mantra chanting
- Shuddhi kriyas will be taught and practised
| Date: 20th to 26th April 2025 | |
| 5:30 am to 6:00 am | Herbal tea at Sadapurna |
| 6:00 am to 6:30 am | Yoga Abhyasa |
| 6:30 am to 6:45 am | Shuddhi kriyas (cleansing processes) |
| 6:45 am to 8:00 am | Pranayama + Mantra chanting |
| 8:00 am to 8:30 am | Breakfast at Sadapurna |
| 10:00 am to 10:30 am | Dehdharana & Pranadharana |
| 10:30 am to 11:30 am | Interactive learning session |
| 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Lunch at Sadapurna |
| 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Optional therapy (Naturopathy) |
| 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Personal consultation |
| 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm | Pranayama + Mantra Chanting |
| 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm | Swadhyaya (Swamiji’s Kuti) |
| 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm | Dinner at Sadapurna |
Workshop Facilitator
Yogacharya Sandhya Dixit stands as one of the most experienced teachers at Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala, boasting an impressive 39 years of expertise in the field of yoga. With a distinguished career, she has actively led workshops and training camps at both national and international levels. Notably, her 10-day online workshop series in March 2020, titled ‘Yoga for Senior Citizens,’ conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Ayush, received widespread acclaim and acknowledgment from thousands of participants. Since June 2020, Yogacharya Sandhya Dixit’s online Pranayama workshops have consistently garnered success. Participants in these workshops appreciate her unique teaching style, finding it both engaging and enriching. Her commitment and extraordinary contributions to the field of Yoga were recently recognized with the prestigious Swami Kuvalayananda Yoga Puraskar 2020, a testament to her dedicated and commendable work.
Registration
Regarding Registration and Booking –
Once the booking is done, please share the booking reference code at
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(The complete package pricing for the workshop along with accommodation is as given under “Workshop fees including accommodation and meals”)
Workshop fees including
accommodation and meals
Registration Till 30th March 2025
- Single Standard Room with common bath: Rs. 23,200/-
- Single Standard Room with attached bath: Rs. 28,100/-
- Single Deluxe Room without AC: Rs. 37,200/-
- Single Deluxe Room with AC: Rs. 39,300/-
- Single Anand Room with AC: Rs. 50,500/-
- Single Keshav Kutir with AC: Rs. 40,000/-
Late Registration 31st March 2025, onwards
- Single Standard Room with common bath: Rs. 25,200/-
- Single Standard Room with attached bath: Rs. 30,100/-
- Single Deluxe Room without AC: Rs. 39,200/-
- Single Deluxe Room with AC: Rs. 41,300/-
- Single Anand Room with AC: Rs. 52,500/-
- Single Keshav Kutir with AC: Rs. 42,000/-
Please Note:
- On registering to the workshop, you will be redirected to payment page for partial advance for the Workshop.
- On confirmation of payment your seat to the workshop will be reserved.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Accommodation and meals
If you find it necessary to cancel your reservation, here’s what you can expect:
- Cancellations made more than 1 month prior to your arrival date are eligible for a full refund, excluding any applicable transaction fees.
- Cancellations made before 7 days of the scheduled arrival date will qualify for a 75% refund of the total amount paid.
- Cancellations made within 7 days of the scheduled arrival date, no refund will be provided.
To initiate your cancellation, please send an email to booking@kdham.com. Kindly be informed that we do not accept cancellation requests over the phone.