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Exploring Dimensions Of Health And Wellbeing

With an explosion of ailments and illnesses plaguing Indians, due to lifestyles constrained by occupational stress, polluted cities and almost no physical expression, the situation of modern Indians living in cities has become quite challenging posing problems physically, mentally and emotionally.

This is increasingly visible with more and more people falling prey to Diabetes, Hypertension, skeleton-muscular disorders, Hyperlipidaemia (high cholesterol), hormonal dysfunctions, cardiac issues etc.

While the easiest option in such cases is to swallow pills or take pharmaceutical formulations, it is increasingly being acknowledged in modern medical science, that these medications do not provide long term solutions and a reorientation and a fresh perspective on lifestyle is direly needed.

In such a scenario, the Programme on “Exploring Dimensions of Health and Wellbeing” offered by Sridhar Deshmukh offers insights into

Key Focus:

  • Aetiology: Genetic, Environmental, Nutritional, Physiological & Psychological Factors in Health & Disease.
  • Understanding and managing stress
  • Diet & Nutrition: Aspects of Positive Health and Vitality Quotient.
  • Praxis- Exercise modules, Pranayama and other yogic techniques

The workshop aims at placing the locus of control in the hands of the participants to address his/her issues effectively.

*Suitable age group 20 years and above.

The Details of the Workshop are as follows:

Date & timings: Starts on the morning of Friday, 13th March, at 10:00 am and concludes on Sunday, 15th March, 2025, 4:30 pm

(Note: Participants are requested to arrive by 13th March (Friday) Morning by 8:00 AM)

Workshop Fee: Rs.15,000/- per Participant. The fees in inclusive of boarding, lodging and teaching.

Accommodation: Shared accommodation will be provided

Food: Simple sattvic food with fresh grown vegetables from the farm

Venue: Indica Gurukulam @ Ritambhara, No. 69, BMTC Layout, Adjacent to Kammasandra Village, Lakshmipura Hobli.

The Retreat, located just on the outskirts of Bangalore city, is a small beautiful space dedicated to Yoga & spiritual studies and practices in a simple and clean environment adjacent to a farm of its own.

Reaching the Retreat Venue: The venue is about 22 kms from Majestic Bus Stand and is accessible through Magadi Road and Tumkur Road preferably through own vehicles. The retreat center is very close to ‘Kamadhanu Kshetra’ – a highly popular Raghavendra Swamy temple in last few years. It would take about an hour to reach the retreat venue from the heart of the city. Participants have to make their own arrangements. If any assistance is required Indica Yoga Team will help.

INDICA CULTURAL LEADERSHIP CAMP 2026 | A Week of Learning, Joy & Discovery!

Step into the 3rd edition of the Indica Cultural Leadership Camp (ICL) and immerse yourself in the living spirit of Bharatiya culture in a serene, nature-rich Gurukulam setting.

Experience joyful days filled with Yoga, Bhajans, traditional games, book reading, and inspiring stories that nurture healthy habits, inner discipline, and the joy of self-discovery. Meet our gentle calves Gauri, Lakshmi and their mother Kumuda, spend time caring for them, and discover how bonding with animals can awaken empathy, love, and responsibility.

This camp is a journey into self-discovery and leadership: through teamwork, shared responsibilities, and hands-on activities, participants learn to think for themselves, make confident decisions, and lead with courage and sensitivity—skills that matter more than ever in today’s fast-changing world.

📚 Camp Highlights:

✅ Interactive Sessions & Lectures by Experts
✅ Indian Martial Arts
✅ Yoga Sessions
✅ Book Reviews & Storytelling
✅ Matru & Vana Bhojana (Outdoor Feast)
✅ Traditional Outdoor & Indoor Games
✅ Nature Walks & Karma Yoga
✅ Spoken Sanskrit
✅ Cultural Evenings & Devotional Sessions
✅ Bee Keeping
✅ Pottery
✅ Theatre workshop
✅ And much more fun & learning!

📅 Camp Dates & Details:
📅 Dates: 28th March (Sunday) – 05th April 2025 (Sunday)
⏰ Timings: Begins at 5:00 PM on 28th March | Concludes at 4:30 PM on 5th April *(Note on 28th March pick-up will be arranged from city; further details will be communicated post registration.)
🛋️ Suitable Age Group: 10 – 16 years
💸 Camp Fee: Rs. 10,000/- per student
🏆 Early Bird Offer: Rs. 9,000/- (Register by 15th March 2026)
       (Includes boarding, lodging & teaching)

🏡 Accommodation & Food:
🏨 Stay: Shared accommodation in a clean, peaceful environment
🌱 Food: Nutritious Sattvic meals with fresh farm-grown vegetables

📚 Why Join This Camp?
🌱 Reconnect with Indian traditions & values
📚 Learn through stories, games & hands-on experiences
🌈 Discover the true purpose of education and life through wonderful stories from the   yore!
👨‍🎓 Build leadership skills & confidence
🏞️ Return with renewed energy, open minds & happiness!

🏢 Venue Details:

Indica Gurukulam @ Ritambhara Bengaluru
No. 69, BMTC Layout, Adjacent to Kammasandra Village, Lakshmipura Hobli

Just 22 km from Majestic Bus Stand, accessible via Magadi & Tumkur Roads.
Near Kamadhanu Kshetra – Raghavendra Swamy Temple.

Picking-up Children from the Venue:

Parents must pick their children on the last day of the camp (i.e. 05th April) timings will be communicated via WhatsApp.

Limited seats available! Don’t miss this exciting, transformative experience!

For More Details & Queries:
📞 Contact:  Smt. Ramya Vinayachnadra:  +91 7353765582
Sri Datta Prasad: +91 8431570343

“Immerse in our timeless traditions & create lifelong memories!”

Here are Glipms of 2025 Camp


📍 REGISTER NOW! 👇

Teachings Under the Banyan Tree: A Contemplative Immersion into the Dakṣiṇāmūrti Stotram

Teachings Under the Banyan Tree is a two-day contemplative study retreat centred on the Dakṣiṇāmūrti Stotram, where Śiva is revealed as the archetypal Guru who teaches through silence and presence. Guided by Dr. Vinayachandra Banavathy, the retreat offers an Advaitic exploration of adhyāsa (mistaken identity) and the inward movement toward clarity and awareness.

Held in the context of Mahāśivarātri, the immersion integrates reflective study with Rudra Pārāyaṇa, Rudrābhiṣeka, and bhajans, allowing scriptural inquiry, devotion, and contemplation to unfold as a unified sādhanā. The retreat invites participants into sustained listening, inward reflection, and experiential assimilation of self-knowledge.

The Details of the Retreat are as follows:

*Suitable age group 18 years and above* Open for all, requiring no prior knowledge of Vedānta. Knowledge of the Text or of Sanskrit also is not required.

Date and timings:

  • Starts on the evening of Friday, 13thFebruary, 2026 at 6:00 PM
  • Concludes on Sunday, 15thFebruary, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Typical Schedule:

07.00 – 08.15 AM    Asana + Pranayama
08.15 – 09.00 AM    Bath
09.00 – 10.00 AM    Breakfast
10.00 – 11.30 AM    Session I
11.30 – 12.00 PM    Tea Break
12.00 – 01.00 PM    Session II
01.00 – 03.00 PM    Lunch & Rest
03.00 – 04.15 PM    Session III
04.15 – 05.00 PM    Cyclic Meditation
05.00 – 05.30 PM    Tea Break
05.30 – 06.30 PM    Tuning to Nature
07.00 – 07.30 PM    Bhajan
07.30 – 08.30 PM    Dinner
08.30 – 09.15 PM    Circle Time

Workshop Contribution:

  • Rs 5,000/-per person.
  • The fees are inclusive of boarding, lodging and teaching plus resource materials.

Accommodation: Shared accommodation will be provided

Food: Simple sāttvik food with fresh-grown vegetables from the farm.

Reaching the Venue: The venue is about 22 km from Majestic Bus Stand and is accessible through Magadi Road and Tumkur Road, preferably through your own vehicles. The retreat centre is very close to “Sri Kamadhenu Kshetra”, a highly popular Raghavendra Swamy temple, which has become much-known in recent years. It would take approximately an hour to reach the retreat venue from the city centre. Participants have to make their own arrangements to travel to the venue. If any assistance is required, the Indica Yoga Team will help.

Metro Rail Access: Take Green Line, get down at Madavara Metro Station. From there, it takes 25 mins (9.2 km) via Lakshmipura Road by Auto Rickshaw / Taxi.

Contact: namaste@indicayoga.com / +91 6363663313 / +91 8431570343

Yoga Sangraha | In Person Workshop

Yoga Sangraha is a practice of classical Yoga using science and the Hatha Yoga traditions as a sourcebook. Sangraha means “a collection” or “compendium,” and the practices taught are drawn from various sources in the Hatha Yoga traditions. They are largely calming and grounding sequences of asanas and Pranayamas that influence the signaling of the nervous system and brain-body connection.

This class is an all-levels practice, that combines a variety of static and dynamic poses, strengthening practices, practices from Indic exercise traditions, and relaxation techniques.

Pranayama level 1
This is an introductory pranayama practice where you will learn how to slow the breath down in order to bring a deep calm to the nervous system. It is an accessible, gentle, but highly effective practice, suitable for all levels. In this introctory class, you will learn four techniques that can be used for daily or occasional practice. There are no complicated breathing patterns or breath holds, just a simple approach to using the breath to quiet the nervous system and mind, in a way that naturally prepares you for meditation.

Yoga, the brain, and human development
We all know that Yoga works. It’s been working for thousands of years, tuning people into their essential nature of consciousness, and creating greater levels of health and happiness in untold millions of people. Yoga was traditionally called the Yoga Vidya, which means the science and knowledge of Yoga. The language of science has changed over the past several hundred years, and along with that fascinating pathways have been described that seem to be the same pathways that make Yoga so effective. In this lecture, we will look at two of these important pathways, one which describes the brain to body communication, and the other which stimulates the healing response of the body.

Workshop Schedule:
09.15 – Registration
10.00 – 11.15: Asana Practice
11.15 – 11.30: Break
11.30 – 12.30: Pranayama
12.45 – 13.30: Talk on Yoga, the brain, and human development
13.30 – 14.00: Q&A & Conclusion

The Details of the Workshop are as follows:
*Suitable age group 18 years and above*

Date and Time: 02 Nov, 2025 (Sunday) From 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM IST

Workshop Contribution: Rs 2,000/- per person. Earlybird offer is Rs.1800/- avail before 25th October, 2025.

Reaching the Venue: Aayana Yoga Academy, 57, 3rd Floor, 40th Cross, 9th Main Road, 5th Block, Jayanagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560041

Metro Rail Access: Jayanagar Metro Station (Green Line)

Contact: namaste@indicayoga.com / +91 6363663313 / +91 8431570343

Astāvakra Gitā: Freedom Is Here And Now

Astāvakra Gitā: Freedom is Here and Now

2 Day Residential Retreat

Sage Asthāvakra is astoundingly straightforward and his insights are capable of lifting us to heights of ecstatic contemplation, fuelled by depths of insights.

This retreat is being conducted by Swami Chidananda ji, an experienced teacher of Vedānta, who has been speaking and writing for four decades now. While he learnt the basics of Vedānta from Pujya Swami Chinmayananda ji, he later got much enriched by the teachings of Ramana Maharshi and J Krishnamurti. His work has been mostly in India and USA.

Key Focus: 

Understanding the DIRECT WAY or the Quantum Leap approach to liberation. The well-known approaches involve steps and are described as gradual. Sage Astāvakra goes into the root of the issue (of bondage) and shakes us off our self-created hindrances.

Topics Covered:

Why we live in conflict; role of thought in creating psychological suffering; main hurdles in our emancipation; Becoming versus being; quietude; joy of Self-realization.

Takeaways: 

  • Methods have limitations; staying alert is the panacea.
  • Structures and concepts fall by the roadside when we recognize the essence.
  • Thinking may solve problems; Deep Seeing dissolves problems.

The Details of the Retreat are as follows:

*Suitable age group 18 years and above* Open for all, requiring no prior knowledge of Vedānta. Knowledge of the Text or of Sanskrit also is not required.

Date and timings: Starts on the evening of Friday, 24th October, 2025 at 4:30 PM and concludes on Sunday, 26th October, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Venue: Indica Gurukulam @ Ritambhara, No. 69, BMTC Layout, Adjacent to Kammasandra Village, Lakshmipura-Hobli.

The Retreat Place, located just on the outskirts of Bangalore city, is a small beautiful space dedicated to Yoga and spiritual studies and practices in a simple and clean environment adjacent to a farm of its own.

Workshop Contribution: Rs 8,000/- per person. The fees are inclusive of boarding, lodging and teaching plus resource materials.

Accommodation: Shared accommodation will be provided

Food: Simple sāttvik food with fresh-grown vegetables from the farm.

Reaching the Venue: The venue is about 22 km from Majestic Bus Stand and is accessible through Magadi Road and Tumkur Road, preferably through your own vehicles. The retreat centre is very close to “Sri Kamadhenu Kshetra”, a highly popular Raghavendra Swamy temple, which has become much-known in recent years. It would take approximately an hour to reach the retreat venue from the city centre. Participants have to make their own arrangements to travel to the venue. If any assistance is required, the Indica Yoga Team will help.

Metro Rail Access: Take Green Line, get down at Madavara Metro Station. From there, it takes 25 mins (9.2 km) via Lakshmipura Road by Auto Rickshaw / Taxi.

Contact: namaste@indicayoga.com / +91 6363663313 / +91 8431570343

The Art of Alignment: Yoga For Healthy Spine

As human beings, we are far distinct from other living creatures. One of the reasons for our particular place in the ecosystem is bipedal locomotion and stereoscopic vision.

The bipedal locomotion makes us superior in many ways, giving us an advantage in terms of a broad visual span and freedom to use our forelimbs.

The bipedal locomotion is possible because of the erect spine, and we need to understand why this spine is erect, unlike other animals.

It is important to understand the importance of spine posture and understand why we have so many problems with our spines as we age.

Whenever we see a personality, physical characteristics are quite determining of how much we are impressed by a person.

Broad shoulders, erect spine and expanded chest, along with the slim abdomen and swift movement, are always reassuring of a great personality.

This workshop is being conducted by Dr Mayur V. Kaku, who is a Neurosurgeon by profession.  He was fortunate to witness intense yoga sadhanas by his grandparents and parents, due to which he has continued on the path of yoga.

Key Features:

  • Blend of modern neuroscience + ancient yoga.
  • Hands-on posture correction and ergonomic training.
  • Relaxation, meditation, and energy practices.
  • Case studies on avoiding unnecessary surgeries.
  • Guidance on Satvik diet, hydration, and lifestyle.

Topics Covered:

  • Atha Yoganushasanam – Now Begins the Discipline of Yoga for the Spine
  • Spine: The Axis of Human Evolution
  • Psychosomatic Links: Stress, Emotions and Spine Health
  • Kundalini and the Neuroendocrine Axis
  • Ageing Spine and Self-Healing Potential
  • Case Studies and Healing without Surgery
  • Integrating Spine Care into Daily Life

Practical Sessions:

  • Brahma Muhurta Pranayama (Nadi Shuddhi, Kapalabhati)
  • Yoga for the Spine (Surya Namaskar variations + Asanas for flexibility & strength)
  • Mindful Walking Meditation
  • Posture Analysis & Ergonomics (Workstation, Sitting, Lifting)
  • Yogasanas for Neck, Back & Core Stability
  • Relaxation & Meditation on Erect Spine
  • Yoga Therapy (Shashankasana, Viparita Karani, Shavasana, Yoga Nidra)
  • Surya Arghya – Vedic Sun Worship Ritual
  • Closing Practical – Integrating Daily Practices (Ergonomics, Diet, Hydration, Sleep)

The Details of the Retreat are as follows:

*Suitable age group 18 years and above* Highly recommended for Yoga Practitioners, Yoga Therapists & Instructors, and even for a general group, no prior knowledge is required.

Session Dates: Feb 08, 15, 22, & Mar 01, 08 2026 (On Sundays only)

Time: 7:30 – 9:00 AM IST (Morning)

Via: Zoom

Workshop Contribution: Rs 5,000/- per person for Indian Participants and $65 per person for International Participants 

Contact: namaste@indicayoga.com / +91 6363663313 / +91 8431570343

The Art of Alignment: Yoga For Healthy Spine

As human beings, we are far distinct from other living creatures. One of the reasons for our particular place in the ecosystem is bipedal locomotion and stereoscopic vision.

The bipedal locomotion makes us superior in many ways, giving us an advantage in terms of a broad visual span and freedom to use our forelimbs.

The bipedal locomotion is possible because of the erect spine, and we need to understand why this spine is erect, unlike other animals.

It is important to understand the importance of spine posture and understand why we have so many problems with our spines as we age.

Whenever we see a personality, physical characteristics are quite determining of how much we are impressed by a person.

Broad shoulders, erect spine and expanded chest, along with the slim abdomen and swift movement, are always reassuring of a great personality.

This workshop is being conducted by Dr Mayur V. Kaku, who is a Neurosurgeon by profession.  He was fortunate to witness intense yoga sadhanas by his grandparents and parents, due to which he has continued on the path of yoga.

Key Features:

  • Blend of modern neuroscience + ancient yoga.
  • Hands-on posture correction and ergonomic training.
  • Relaxation, meditation, and energy practices.
  • Case studies on avoiding unnecessary surgeries.
  • Guidance on Satvik diet, hydration, and lifestyle.

Topics Covered:

  • Atha Yoganushasanam – Now Begins the Discipline of Yoga for the Spine
  • Spine: The Axis of Human Evolution
  • Psychosomatic Links: Stress, Emotions and Spine Health
  • Kundalini and the Neuroendocrine Axis
  • Ageing Spine and Self-Healing Potential
  • Case Studies and Healing without Surgery
  • Integrating Spine Care into Daily Life

Practical Sessions:

  • Brahma Muhurta Pranayama (Nadi Shuddhi, Kapalabhati)
  • Yoga for the Spine (Surya Namaskar variations + Asanas for flexibility & strength)
  • Mindful Walking Meditation
  • Posture Analysis & Ergonomics (Workstation, Sitting, Lifting)
  • Yogasanas for Neck, Back & Core Stability
  • Relaxation & Meditation on Erect Spine
  • Yoga Therapy (Shashankasana, Viparita Karani, Shavasana, Yoga Nidra)
  • Surya Arghya – Vedic Sun Worship Ritual
  • Closing Practical – Integrating Daily Practices (Ergonomics, Diet, Hydration, Sleep)

The Details of the Retreat are as follows:

*Suitable age group 18 years and above* Highly recommended for Yoga Practitioners, Yoga Therapists & Instructors, and even for a general group, no prior knowledge is required.

Session Dates: Feb 08, 15, 22, & Mar 01, 08 2026 (On Sundays only)

Time: 7:30 – 9:00 AM IST (Morning)

Via: Zoom

Workshop Contribution: Rs 5,000/- per person for Indian Participants and $65 per person for International Participants 

Contact: namaste@indicayoga.com / +91 6363663313 / +91 8431570343

The Art of Alignment: Yoga For Healthy Spine

As human beings, we are far distinct from other living creatures. One of the reasons for our particular place in the ecosystem is bipedal locomotion and stereoscopic vision.

The bipedal locomotion makes us superior in many ways, giving us an advantage in terms of a broad visual span and freedom to use our forelimbs.

The bipedal locomotion is possible because of the erect spine, and we need to understand why this spine is erect, unlike other animals.

It is important to understand the importance of spine posture and understand why we have so many problems with our spines as we age.

Whenever we see a personality, physical characteristics are quite determining of how much we are impressed by a person.

Broad shoulders, erect spine and expanded chest, along with the slim abdomen and swift movement, are always reassuring of a great personality.

This workshop is being conducted by Dr Mayur V. Kaku, who is a Neurosurgeon by profession.  He was fortunate to witness intense yoga sadhanas by his grandparents and parents, due to which he has continued on the path of yoga.

Key Features:

  • Blend of modern neuroscience + ancient yoga.
  • Hands-on posture correction and ergonomic training.
  • Relaxation, meditation, and energy practices.
  • Case studies on avoiding unnecessary surgeries.
  • Guidance on Satvik diet, hydration, and lifestyle.

Topics Covered:

  • Atha Yoganushasanam – Now Begins the Discipline of Yoga for the Spine
  • Spine: The Axis of Human Evolution
  • Psychosomatic Links: Stress, Emotions and Spine Health
  • Kundalini and the Neuroendocrine Axis
  • Ageing Spine and Self-Healing Potential
  • Case Studies and Healing without Surgery
  • Integrating Spine Care into Daily Life

Practical Sessions:

  • Brahma Muhurta Pranayama (Nadi Shuddhi, Kapalabhati)
  • Yoga for the Spine (Surya Namaskar variations + Asanas for flexibility & strength)
  • Mindful Walking Meditation
  • Posture Analysis & Ergonomics (Workstation, Sitting, Lifting)
  • Yogasanas for Neck, Back & Core Stability
  • Relaxation & Meditation on Erect Spine
  • Yoga Therapy (Shashankasana, Viparita Karani, Shavasana, Yoga Nidra)
  • Surya Arghya – Vedic Sun Worship Ritual
  • Closing Practical – Integrating Daily Practices (Ergonomics, Diet, Hydration, Sleep)

The Details of the Retreat are as follows:

*Suitable age group 18 years and above* Highly recommended for Yoga Practitioners, Yoga Therapists & Instructors, and even for a general group, no prior knowledge is required.

Session Dates: Feb 08, 15, 22, & Mar 01, 08 2026 (On Sundays only)

Time: 7:30 – 9:00 AM IST (Morning)

Via: Zoom

Workshop Contribution: Rs 5,000/- per person for Indian Participants and $65 per person for International Participants 

Contact: namaste@indicayoga.com / +91 6363663313 / +91 8431570343

The Art of Alignment: Yoga For Healthy Spine

As human beings, we are far distinct from other living creatures. One of the reasons for our particular place in the ecosystem is bipedal locomotion and stereoscopic vision.

The bipedal locomotion makes us superior in many ways, giving us an advantage in terms of a broad visual span and freedom to use our forelimbs.

The bipedal locomotion is possible because of the erect spine, and we need to understand why this spine is erect, unlike other animals.

It is important to understand the importance of spine posture and understand why we have so many problems with our spines as we age.

Whenever we see a personality, physical characteristics are quite determining of how much we are impressed by a person.

Broad shoulders, erect spine and expanded chest, along with the slim abdomen and swift movement, are always reassuring of a great personality.

This workshop is being conducted by Dr Mayur V. Kaku, who is a Neurosurgeon by profession.  He was fortunate to witness intense yoga sadhanas by his grandparents and parents, due to which he has continued on the path of yoga.

Key Features:

  • Blend of modern neuroscience + ancient yoga.
  • Hands-on posture correction and ergonomic training.
  • Relaxation, meditation, and energy practices.
  • Case studies on avoiding unnecessary surgeries.
  • Guidance on Satvik diet, hydration, and lifestyle.

Topics Covered:

  • Atha Yoganushasanam – Now Begins the Discipline of Yoga for the Spine
  • Spine: The Axis of Human Evolution
  • Psychosomatic Links: Stress, Emotions and Spine Health
  • Kundalini and the Neuroendocrine Axis
  • Ageing Spine and Self-Healing Potential
  • Case Studies and Healing without Surgery
  • Integrating Spine Care into Daily Life

Practical Sessions:

  • Brahma Muhurta Pranayama (Nadi Shuddhi, Kapalabhati)
  • Yoga for the Spine (Surya Namaskar variations + Asanas for flexibility & strength)
  • Mindful Walking Meditation
  • Posture Analysis & Ergonomics (Workstation, Sitting, Lifting)
  • Yogasanas for Neck, Back & Core Stability
  • Relaxation & Meditation on Erect Spine
  • Yoga Therapy (Shashankasana, Viparita Karani, Shavasana, Yoga Nidra)
  • Surya Arghya – Vedic Sun Worship Ritual
  • Closing Practical – Integrating Daily Practices (Ergonomics, Diet, Hydration, Sleep)

The Details of the Retreat are as follows:

*Suitable age group 18 years and above* Highly recommended for Yoga Practitioners, Yoga Therapists & Instructors, and even for a general group, no prior knowledge is required.

Session Dates: Feb 08, 15, 22, & Mar 01, 08 2026 (On Sundays only)

Time: 7:30 – 9:00 AM IST (Morning)

Via: Zoom

Workshop Contribution: Rs 5,000/- per person for Indian Participants and $65 per person for International Participants 

Contact: namaste@indicayoga.com / +91 6363663313 / +91 8431570343

The Art of Alignment: Yoga For Healthy Spine

As human beings, we are far distinct from other living creatures. One of the reasons for our particular place in the ecosystem is bipedal locomotion and stereoscopic vision.

The bipedal locomotion makes us superior in many ways, giving us an advantage in terms of a broad visual span and freedom to use our forelimbs.

The bipedal locomotion is possible because of the erect spine, and we need to understand why this spine is erect, unlike other animals.

It is important to understand the importance of spine posture and understand why we have so many problems with our spines as we age.

Whenever we see a personality, physical characteristics are quite determining of how much we are impressed by a person.

Broad shoulders, erect spine and expanded chest, along with the slim abdomen and swift movement, are always reassuring of a great personality.

This workshop is being conducted by Dr Mayur V. Kaku, who is a Neurosurgeon by profession.  He was fortunate to witness intense yoga sadhanas by his grandparents and parents, due to which he has continued on the path of yoga.

Key Features:

  • Blend of modern neuroscience + ancient yoga.
  • Hands-on posture correction and ergonomic training.
  • Relaxation, meditation, and energy practices.
  • Case studies on avoiding unnecessary surgeries.
  • Guidance on Satvik diet, hydration, and lifestyle.

Topics Covered:

  • Atha Yoganushasanam – Now Begins the Discipline of Yoga for the Spine
  • Spine: The Axis of Human Evolution
  • Psychosomatic Links: Stress, Emotions and Spine Health
  • Kundalini and the Neuroendocrine Axis
  • Ageing Spine and Self-Healing Potential
  • Case Studies and Healing without Surgery
  • Integrating Spine Care into Daily Life

Practical Sessions:

  • Brahma Muhurta Pranayama (Nadi Shuddhi, Kapalabhati)
  • Yoga for the Spine (Surya Namaskar variations + Asanas for flexibility & strength)
  • Mindful Walking Meditation
  • Posture Analysis & Ergonomics (Workstation, Sitting, Lifting)
  • Yogasanas for Neck, Back & Core Stability
  • Relaxation & Meditation on Erect Spine
  • Yoga Therapy (Shashankasana, Viparita Karani, Shavasana, Yoga Nidra)
  • Surya Arghya – Vedic Sun Worship Ritual
  • Closing Practical – Integrating Daily Practices (Ergonomics, Diet, Hydration, Sleep)

The Details of the Retreat are as follows:

*Suitable age group 18 years and above* Highly recommended for Yoga Practitioners, Yoga Therapists & Instructors, and even for a general group, no prior knowledge is required.

Session Dates: Feb 08, 15, 22, & Mar 01, 08 2026 (On Sundays only)

Time: 7:30 – 9:00 AM IST (Morning)

Via: Zoom

Workshop Contribution: Rs 5,000/- per person for Indian Participants and $65 per person for International Participants 

Contact: namaste@indicayoga.com / +91 6363663313 / +91 8431570343