You are invited to step into the timeless embrace of the Himalayas for a transformative 12-day retreat celebrating Navaratri, the nine nights of the goddess, a sacred festival revered throughout India. This potent period, beginning on the new moon, aligns with the natural cycles of renewal, offering a powerful opportunity to purify, regenerate, and awaken.
Navaratri is a time of profound transition, mirroring the changing seasons and ancient cosmic rhythms. It invites us to align with the alchemy of nature and our inner world, transforming raw energies into higher states of awareness. Guided by the wisdom of the Shivoham Tantrik lineage, this retreat is an invitation to connect to and harness Shakti, the Divine Feminine force of creation, to dissolve limitations and ignite spiritual awakening.
This intimate retreat is designed to foster deep connection and shared transformation. Together, we will create a sacred container to practice together in an exploration of the alchemy of Tantra and the Divine Feminine.
Highlights of the Retreat:
Yantra Creation: Build a sacred yantra (a geometric diagram embodying the energy of a deity) for the Navaratri period, channeling the transformative power of the Goddess.
Daily Sadhana: Participate in group mantra meditation around the yantra, invoking divine energies and sparking the fire of your practice.
Mantra Initiation: Receive a personalized mantra (sacred sound formulas to awaken and align with cosmic energies)
Tantrik Rituals and Yagnas: Engage in kriyas (purification techniques that cleanse and balance the body, mind, and energy system) and yagnas (fire ceremonies activating the alchemical process of offering and transformation).
Guided Meditations and Pranayama: Explore meditative techniques and breathwork practices to harmonize and energize your subtle body.
Sun Salutations with Mantra: Begin your mornings with dynamic sun salutations infused with sacred sound, aligning movement and mantra.
Yoga and Energy Body Teachings: Deepen your understanding of the chakras (energy centers) and nadis (subtle energy channels) through daily yogapractice and teachings on the energy body.
Music & Bhakti: Open your heart through kirtans led by Sulochana, in heartfelt celebration of the divine, and daily morning chanting with Mischa.
Nature Immersion: Reconnect with the elements through:
Forest Bathing: Absorb the healing energy of the Himalayan forest, aligning with its ancient rhythms.
Earth Altars: Create sacred altars in nature, honoring the elements and deepening your connection to the cycles of life.
Hiking and River Bathing: Walk the trails of the Himalayas and bathe in sacred waterfalls and to experience Nature's purifying energies.
Temple Visits: Visit the Chamundi Devi Temple, a sacred site celebrating the Divine Feminine, and the Dalai Lama’s temple.
Group Meals and Nourishment:
Enjoy nourishing vegetarian daily meals and chai to nourish your body for the day’s practices.
Also included:
All Tantrik materials provided for rituals and ceremonies, including your own asan (meditation mat).
Talks on Tantra, Alchemy, and the significance of Navaratri to deepen your understanding of the practices.
This retreat is a sacred space for transformation, open to all levels of practitioners. Whether you seek spiritual renewal, a deeper connection to the Divine Feminine, or an immersion in traditional Tantrik practice and ritual, this is a unique and powerful opportunity.
Spaces are limited. Reserve your place today !
This retreat is lovingly guided by Sulochana and Mischa, both devoted lineage holders of Bhairavanand Tantra Lineage, each bringing their unique gifts and deep dedication to the Tantrik path:
Sulochana is a gifted tantrik practitioner and facilitator, trained in traditional tantra yoga and meditation, with seven years of discipleship with Guruji Maharaj. Through her deep connection to the divine, she weaves her intuitive understanding of alchemy, nature, and sound into her offerings, creating a nurturing and inspiring environment for transformation.
Mischa is an experienced and devoted yoga teacher with over 14 years of teaching and 8 years of discipleship with Guruji. Initiated into the kundalini tantra path, she is empowered to steward sadhanas and guide participants in integrating Tantrik wisdom into their lives.
Additionally, GuruMaa Dipti Baswar, the wife and Shakti of our Shivoham Tantrik Master Gurujii, who carries and serves to bridge the teachings of the Bhairavanand lineage will be joining the retreat as our Guest Teacher during part of the Traditional Tantra Sadhana.
Together, they hold a sacred container to explore the alchemy of Tantra and honor the Divine Feminine during the sacred time of Navaratri.
THE VENUE & ACCOMMODATION
We’ve arranged a beautiful retreat venue in Himachal Pradesh, nestled in nature by running waters and only a short drive to the vibrant and loved temple town of Dharamshalal
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Breakfast + Chai
All Tantra materials for rituals + ceremony
Yantra Building
Mantra Initiation
Asan (meditation mat)
Yoga Sessions
Fire Ceremony
Kirtan
Talks on Tantra/Alchemy/Navaratri
Forest bathing
Earth altars
Hikes
Waterfall bathing
Chamundi Devi Temple
Dalai Temple Excursion
ADDITIONAL OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES (Price TBD)
Additional excursions
What's Not Included:
International flights and travel
Transport to and from the venue
Meals outside of the retreat venue
Temple donations
Personal shopping
A final note: Traditional Tantric sadhana is a unique and extraordinary path, rich with ritual, devotion and deep inner practices which alchemise our being from the core.
We invite you to come with a curious and open heart and mind!