Vedanta International Retreat   / 2027

1 - 6 February   / At Vedanta Academy, India

1 - 6 February / At Vedanta Academy, India

A five-day retreat at the Vedanta Academy introducing the timeless wisdom of Vedanta. Cultivate the power of thinking and navigate life with clarity, calm and purpose. Achieve productivity at work, harmony at home and peace of mind.


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Designed for
overall development

Designed for
overall development



Productivity
at Work

Vedanta develops the intellect, the faculty of thinking and reasoning. Equipping you with the skills required for productivity in the workplace — built on concentration, consistency and cooperation.







Harmony in
Relationships

Learn the art of relating to your loved ones and building resilient relationships. Purify your emotions by giving them a higher direction. Find harmony with one and all.




Tranquillity
Within

Delve deeper into your inner world. Control your mind and bring it back to its original state of equanimity.







Purpose
in Life

Discover the deeper truths of life and its purpose through Vedanta, and learn to live with greater clarity, direction and conviction.



Purpose
in Life

Discover the deeper truths of life and its purpose. Learn to live with higher purpose, direction and conviction.

“Reason makes a human the chef d’œuvre of creation. But few care to develop the art of thinking, reasoning.

People do not seem to realise that thinking is skilled work. That you need to learn and practise it.”

A. Parthasarathy

What the retreat offers

01/06

Lectures

Watch archived lectures of Swami A. Parthasarathy.

Meet the faculty

Swamiji

Sunandaji

Dr. Jal

Alumni

Meet the
faculty


Stay at the
Vedanta Academy

The Vedanta Academy serves as a world resource where students from across the globe come to study Vedanta, the ancient Indian philosophy of life and living. The students follow a carefully designed program focused on strengthening the intellect and imbibing higher values of life.

A stay at the Academy offers participants direct exposure to a simple, disciplined lifestyle, allowing them to experience the teachings in practice and deepen their understanding.

The Vedanta Academy serves as a world resource where students from across the globe come to study Vedanta, the ancient Indian philosophy of life and living. The students follow a carefully designed program focused on strengthening the intellect and imbibing higher values of life.

A stay at the Academy offers participants direct exposure to a simple, disciplined lifestyle, allowing them to experience the teachings in practice and deepen their understanding.

Daily Schedule
Overview

Daily
Schedule
Overview

4:15 AM Wake Up (Optional)
4:25 AM Prayer (Optional)
4:30 AM Personal Study
5:45 AM Tea
6:20 AM Yoga
7:10 AM Sports/Gym/Jog/Walk
8:00 AM Shower
8:30 AM Breakfast
9:30 AM Session 1
10:45 AM Break
11:30 AM Session 2
12:45 PM Break
1:15 PM Lunch
2:00 PM Rest/Free Time
4:00 PM Small Group Discussion
5:00 PM Tea
6:00 PM Big Group Discussion (Q&A)
7:00 PM Break
7:15 PM Bhajans: Devotional Singing
7:45 PM Break
8:00 PM Dinner
9:00 PM Retire
4:15 AM Wake Up (Optional)
4:25 AM Prayer (Optional)
4:30 AM Personal Study
5:45 AM Tea
6:20 AM Yoga
7:10 AM Sports/Gym/Jog/Walk
8:00 AM Shower
8:30 AM Breakfast
9:30 AM Session 1
10:45 AM Break
11:30 AM Session 2
12:45 PM Break
1:15 PM Lunch
2:00 PM Rest/Free Time
4:00 PM Small Group Discussion
5:00 PM Tea
6:00 PM Big Group Discussion (Q&A)
7:00 PM Break
7:15 PM Bhajans: Devotional Singing
7:45 PM Break
8:00 PM Dinner
9:00 PM Retire

Frequently asked Questions

  • Personally experience a unique knowledge and environment directed to improving all aspects of life: physical health, emotional strength, intellectual clarity.
  • Get a glimpse of a world which is full of cheer and enthusiasm for work and play.
  • No prerequisites, nor any preparation required to attend the event.
  • Academy is situated in Lonavla – a hill station between Mumbai and Pune. Get Directions.
  • Reach Pune or Mumbai and from there you can avail of independent taxi services. Rates would be subject to distance and type of vehicle.
  • It takes approximately 3 hours from Mumbai and 1.5 hours from Pune to the Academy by road.
  • If you are not a citizen of India, you would require an Indian visa or PIO/OCI card to enter the country. The closest airport is Mumbai International Airport.
  • Attire for lectures, literature sessions, group discussions and meals: Vedanta Academy uniform Uniform sets will be provided on arrival.
  • Other times: Loose fitting clothing. Avoid sleeveless clothes. Ladies are requested not to use shorts or skirts.
  • Yoga: Track pants and not shorts.
  • The temperature in February ranges between 10 and 25 degrees celsius.
  • Jogging / sports shoes
  • Sandals / slippers - footwear needs to be removed before entering each building
  • Toiletries
  • Personal medication (if any)
  • Bedding and linen will be provided
  • There are 90, twin bedded guest rooms each with private ensuite bathrooms. The campus houses three state-of-the-art lecture halls, two yoga studios, a gym, a jogging track, cricket and soccer grounds, along with basketball, volleyball, pickleball and badminton courts.
  • The academy provides limited internet access at specified times, in designated areas of campus.
  • 3 nutritious buffet-style vegetarian meals with vegan options of all cuisines is served. Exceptions are only accommodated for medical reasons and with prior notice.
  • Smoking, consuming alcohol, non-vegetarian food or recreational drugs is prohibited on Academy premises.
  • Use of mobile phones is restricted to your rooms.
  • Students and visitors sit on the floor during lectures, group discussions and community singing sessions. Chairs are limited and only provided in the event of a medical requirement.

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