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“Flowers from different gardens will come together in a bouquet that will be more, not less, beautiful than the individual flowers.” 

– Shrii Shrii Anandamurti

About the program

  • When?

    The program will start on [[event_name]_us_start_day] [[event_name]_us_start_date] at [[event_name]_us_start_time]
    Reception opens from [[event_name]_us_arr_time].

    It ends on [[event_name]_us_end_day] [[event_name]_us_end_date] around [[event_name]_us_end_time].
    We like to request you to leave before [[event_name]_us_dep_time] so the site can be prepared for the next programs

    – If you need to arrive earlier or depart later on than above, please let us know.
    – If you need extra nights before or after the program, they can be booked on the registration form

  • Where?

    Ananda Madhumaya is our retreat centre located in Xochicalco, Morelos, Mexico. With a favoured climate, surrounded by natural landscapes and small bodies of water, Xochicalco is a small town whose name means “in the place of the house of flowers” and is well known for its beautiful pre-Columbian pyramids dating back to 700 AD.

  • Investment

    From $[[event_name]_us_min_price] to $[[event_name]_us_max_price]. The price varies depending on the type of accommodation, payment date and discounts that may apply. For more information, please visit the rooms & prices section.

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In a beautiful location, we are offering you a comprehensive Yoga Teacher Training that focuses on methodical approaches to learn postures and also teach to any level of students. Not only, but there will also be a great emphasis on imparting authentic philosophical and lifestyle-related teachings of tantra, as transformational tools for spiritual awakening and betterment of the human society. In short, you will make the best use of the fantastic yogi, teacher, and educator that lies within yourself. Are you ready?

Is this program for me?

This program is specially designed for:

  • First and formost it is for those who want to be a Yoga Alliance accredited yoga teacher
  • Any person, of any age, who is interested in learning how to mindfully take care of their body, for a better and prolonged life through yoga postures, meditation and diet.

The Style

The AMYTT program is based on a predominantly Hatha Yoga practice, more or less gentle and both focused on movement, mind-body connection and spirituality movement, and meditation. We do not focus on Vinyasa or flow yoga, although its principles will be discussed. The syllabus includes at least one Yin Yoga and one Vinyasa Yoga class.

Learnings for a lifetime

This program, you will help you to:

• Deepen your personal yoga and meditation practice
• Immerse yourself in an authentic yogic lifestyle
• Learn how to teach a professional yoga class safely and effectively
• Enjoy the support of a vibrant spiritual community
• Understand the philosophical foundation that supports a yoga practice
• Further your own physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual growth and well-being.

Accredited by Yoga Alliance

Graduates of Ananda Marga Yoga Teacher Training (AMYTT) receive internationally recognized certification. AMYTT is certified by Yoga Alliance for the 200-hour standard for Registered Yoga Schools (RYS). School name found in yogaalliance.org: Ananda Marga Yoga Certification Training.

At the end of the training, given you have satisfied the requirements of participation, you will receive a certification of completion of the course that will make you eligible to Yoga Alliance certification, attainable only after handing out the homework you are assigned after the course. There will be a deadline for the completion of the assignments, after whose expiration, your eligibility to register on Yoga Alliance will be revoked.

Curriculum:

• Yoga postures technique
• Preparatory poses, variations and modifications
• Methodical approaches to create the most inspiring and reliable teacher you can become
• Techniques to assist students to practice safely and effectively
• Practical, applied anatomy and biomechanics
• The 8-limbed path of Astaunga Yoga, including spiritual ethics, breath control and meditation techniques
• Relaxation techniques
• Subtle anatomy and models of mind (chakras, koshas and prana)
• Tantra history, philosophy and cosmology, including the philosophy of embodiment
• Daily chanting and meditation as part of the program
• Self-massage

Daily Schedule:

(possibly subject to change):
6.15 Wakeup
6.45 Chanting and meditation
7.30 Spiritual talk and sharing
7.45 Asana (yoga postures) class
9.00 Breakfast
10.00 Morning class
12.30 Meditation
13.00 Lunch and free time
15.00 Afternoon class
17.30 Free time
18.00 Chanting and meditation
18.45 Spiritual talk and sharing
19.00 Dinner
20.00 Evening class
21.30 Good night!

About the experience

“I am transformed by the program. I am filled with the strength, knowledge, and courage to teach yoga to others. The love and caring in the group was exemplary.”
“It was what I needed to get back on the spiritual path. I now believe I can teach yoga. The program helped me become more relaxed in front of groups. I know myself a lot better and am clearer about my goals and priorities.”

“I got much support from the friends I made, and the teachers. This is an extraordinary group of people who are very open, supportive and willing to share their love and support with fellow pilgrims. You have designed a great program that will continue to be an amazing experience.”

“The trainers were very attentive and supportive. They were fantastic at training our emotions and techniques at the same time. I loved all of the workshops. I felt soaked in knowledge and understanding.”

“I felt like a different person after listening to and learning from everything that was taught. Not only did I gain the knowledge I needed, but I was able to take a step back and look within myself.”

What to bring?

  • Loose-fitting yoga pants or tracksuit pants for yoga
  • Swimsuit for outings
  • Hat for outdoor activities
  • Sweater or jacket for early morning cool
  • Indoor slippers
  • Toiletries, like toothbrush, etc
  • Notebook
  • Walking shoes
  • Small daypack or knapsack
  • Own yoga mat if possible. (We’ll have some for sale)
  • If you book a dorm room* you have to bring your own bedding or you can rent a set with sheets, blanket, pillow + case, towels etc.

* Bedding is included for the private rooms.
* Bedding will be changed weekly or on request. 3 changes are included.

Ashram Dress Code:

Ananda Madhumaya is an Ashram – a place to focus on spiritual development, where monks and aspiring monks live. So we kindly request everyone to wear modest clothing. For men, this means no short shorts above the knees, and not walking around without a shirt. For women, this means no short shorts or skirts above the knees, no low cut blouses. Loose fitting yoga pants and T-shirts/shirts with sleeves are preferred rather than the tight-fitting yoga pants which are common these days.

A very special gift

If you feel it and it is possible for you, also consider offering this program as a gift to a person who needs it. Doing good for someone we love is a great way to elevate consciousness and bring wellness to our own being.

About the Venue

Ananda Madhumaya is a beautiful retreat center and future Master Unit of Ananda Marga.

The project started in 2014 with a small piece of land that had a big hall (ceramic workshop) and a house on top. It had been abandoned for several years. Since then, we have worked on renovations, the acquisition of nearby properties, construction and landscaping to create a beautiful environment.

Even when it is still a work in progress, Ananda Madhumaya serves already as a place with a vibrant community that endeavor to be self sufficient as much as possible and provides inspiration to members of Ananda Marga as well as the local community. Service programs are also an integral part of this vision.

Within the facilities we have an outdoor dining room, equipped kitchen, campfire area, meditation / yoga room, laundry center and parking for 8 vehicles. We also have WiFi available throughout the campus.

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Available rooms & options

IMPORTANT:

  • Registration is individual (each person must complete their own registration).
  • All rooms are shared according to gender (not mixed). However, a married couple can share a room for two people.
    The first person who registers for a room will define whether the room will be shared by women or men. If you will be staying with your spouse please let us know in the comments of the registration form.
  • For camping and dormitories there is an additional discount for up to [[event_name]_eco_max] for people with financial difficulties. You can select it in the registration form. Please apply only if you really need it. We are a non-profit organization and try to keep the base price as low as possible.
  • If you want to stay alone in Mosquero, Pescador or Carpintero, you can select the private room option on the registration form. This has a surcharge of [[event_name]_prv_rm].

Dorm rooms #5, #6, #7, #8

Up to 8* people, shared outdoor bathroom

Each bedroom has 4 bunk beds. Ideal for those who want to save on their lodging and enjoy sharing their space with other people.

The bathrooms do not have hot water, but they do have what is necessary to carry out the bath and half-bath practices according to the Ananda Marga system.

* For this program only 4 persons will be assigned to this room. Only one person will be assigned to each bunk bed giving more comfort and space on the top bed to store your personal things.

Availability: The registration form will let you know

Floor space 23.1 m² / 250 sqf

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  • The amount includes accommodation, food, classes, workshops and activities during the program.
  • Rate is per person.
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Kiskadee room #4

Up to 7* people, attached bathroom

This room, accessible from the outside, has three bunk beds and one individual bed. It is ideal for a family or group of people who want to enjoy living together without losing comfort.

The bathroom is attached and has hot water (solar energy).

* For this program only 4 persons will be assigned to this room. Only one person will be assigned to each bunk bed giving more comfort and space on the top bed to store your personal things.

Availability: The registration form will let you know

Floor space 25 m² / 270 sqf

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Flycatcher room #3

1-2 people, attached bathroom

This cozy room has a double bed and a single bed. It is comfortable enough for two people or two people and a minor.

The bathroom is attached and has hot water (solar energy).

Availability: The registration form will let you know

Floor space 13 m² / 140 sqf

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  • Rate is per person based on double occupancy.
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Kingfisher room #2

1-2 people, attached bathroom

This room has a double bed and a single bed. It is comfortable enough for two people or two people and a minor.

It has a double window, which provides greater ventilation and lighting. The bathroom is attached and has hot water (solar energy).

Availability: The registration form will let you know

Floor space 13 m² / 140 sqf

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Woodpecker studio #1

1-2 people, attached bathroom

The most spacious of our rooms.

It has a double bed and a single bed (optional), a book area and a work table. The stone walls give it an ancient and picturesque air.

The bathroom is attached and has hot water (solar energy).

Availability: The registration form will let you know

Floor space 21.5 m² / 230 sqf

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Pay before [[event_name]_us_date_full]: $[[event_name]_us_rm1_full]

There is a [[event_name]_pct_late] late fee after [[event_name]_us_date_full]

  • The amount includes accommodation, food, classes, workshops and activities during the program.
  • Rate is per person based on double occupancy.
  • To use this room privately (for one person) there is a [[event_name]_prv_rm] surcharge

What is included? and what not

What is included

  • All meals (dinner on arrival and brunch on departure)
  • Bedding, towels, liquid hand soap and toilet paper.
  • Where there are bunk beds, only one person is assigned.
  • Outdoor group activities

Not included or optional (additional fee)

  • Laundry/dry cleaning, people can share a large load ($5 or 100 pesos)
  • Transportation to and from the event (see registration form)
  • Shampoo or other toiletries (optional)
  • Snacks and personal items (optional)
  • Insurance of any kind
  • Yoga mat or other accessories (optional)
  • Bedding for shared dorm rooms ($5 or 100 pesos per change)
Go to the Registration form

About Ananda Madhumaya

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Life at Ananda Madhumaya is both peaceful and dynamic. There is always something to do when it comes to cooking, cleaning, gardening and upgrading the center.

Dada Krpasundarananda is at the forefront of interior and exterior space design, remodeling, construction and maintenance projects. Ambika, on the other hand, directs all efforts regarding the kitchen and food supply. The food is prepared with all the love and care, as well as being made as much as possible with local ingredients.

Finally and most importantly, spiritual practice according to our philosophy, unites us and accompanies us at every moment of the day.

Faculty

Sian Lalita Alcock

Sian Lalita Alcock

Fulltime Instructor (YA ERYT 500 and RYT 500 IYN)

Yoga Elder, with a lifetime of passion and love for the art and practices of yoga, Lalita has travelled around the world sharing these gifts and wisdoms with people from all walks of life.. Along with various trainings and certifications, including yoga nidra, yoga for special needs and children’s yoga and as an Ananda Marga Yoga Acharya for more than 20 years a teacher for 35 years and trainer for the last 15, Lalita comes with a wealth of experience to support budding yoga teachers on their journey of discovering their own unique way of sharing these beautiful practices.

Dada Vishvarupananda

Dada Vishvarupananda

Parttime Instructor MSc, E-RYT 500

Dada has been a monk in the Ananda Marga tradition for over 27 years and has given personal instruction to numerous aspirants during that time. Dada has received additional training with Ananda and Kripalu, and has a Master’s degree in Yoga Therapy. He has been teaching professionally since 2000 including college credit classes at George Washington University. He has facilitated numerous retreats and yoga teacher training programs throughout the world.

Dada Krpasundarananda

Dada Krpasundarananda

Supporter of the program

Monk and meditation teacher since 1991. Trained as a computer engineer, he loves the practical aspects. He will help Dada with logistics, organization, making sure all participants are okay, and leading the kiirtans.

He worked for several years in Australia, ten years in New Zealand, four years in South Africa and finally in Mexico where he is developing a retreat center and Master Unit.

Jyotish

Jyotish

Instructor’s aid & Interpretor
Ambika

Ambika

The Kitchen magician

She is originally from Mexico City, a certified yoga instructor in the Ananda Marga Yoga System, and an excellent cook of Sattvika food. She enjoys frequent encounters with nature and loves the art of gardening.
Over the past 10 years, she has collaborated on several retreats and programs with Ananda Marga Mexico, all related to yoga, meditation, Sattvika cooking, and detox.

Do you have any questions?

For any questions regarding the program, finances or other, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Telephone

73 73 74 3122 (you can ask for Dada Krpa)

Mobile phone

55 46 700 800 (add +52 from ourside Mexico)
This number is also for Whatsapp and Telegram

E-mail

anandamargamx@gmail.com

Dress and Behaviour

Though this is also a social function, it's main purpose is spiritual. To keep the sanctity of our space, keep our minds elevated and avoid to distract others (intentionally or not) we request you to dress modestly and try to behave in a dignified way. That includes refraining from overly loud talking, laughing.

To maintain the sanctity, women please cover your cleavage, shoulders, stomach, have a dress/pants that cover below the knees and avoid tight clothes. We also request not to use makeup or perfumes as they are not relevant for this program and even if worn with pure thoughts they may still be distracting for others.

For the men, please also cover your chest, shoulders and have pants that cover below the knees. Similarly also do not use after-shave or other perfumes. These smells give headache to those more sensitive and also disturb pranayama.

Remember this is our jagrtii (ashram/ temple) and though romance and courtship are a natural part of life, this is not the time and place to pursue those. Treat everyone like they are your own brother/sister.

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Travel Information & Extras

Arrival & Departure

You are welcome to arrive a day earlier and or depart a day later if that works better with your flights. The suggested contribution per night, excluding food is $25. Beside the regular routine there are no programs. It would be great if you can see how to help with the preparations for the event or the clean up after.

By Flight:
Fly to Mexico City (MEX*) and take the regular Airport bus to Cuernavaca Casino. There is a bus terminal in the airport itself. From Cuernavaca there are many buses going to Xochicalco. Just ask which one goes via the autopista (toll road), the other route is very slow. Get down at the Oxxo (convienience store like 7/11) in Xochicalco and walk as per the instructions below. Below you can also find more details on how to get to us from Cuernavaca.
* The airport code to look for is MEX (Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juárez), there is a second (new) airport with the code NLU (Felipe Ángeles International Airport), unless you know what you are doing, do not fly to this one. There are hardly any transportation options beside taxis at 2-3 times the ordinary fare. You'd spend around US$75 to get to the bus station from where you can get a bus to our place.

By Car: (In case you have one or rent one)
Get on the autopista/toll road from Mexico City to Acapulco. About 25Km after Cuernavaca there is an exit to Alpuyeca, cross this town following the signs to Xochicalco (direction Miacatlan) Once in Xochicalco turn right at the Oxxo taking the main road towards the pyramids. After about 250m there is a health center on the left. Just after that turn left on the unpaved road and go down for 150 meters. You'll see our center and the welcome banner for the retreat. There is also a Ananda Marga sign on the main road.

Google maps will get you there by entering "Ananda Madhumaya Retreat Center, Xochicalco, Morelos" in the search bar.

By Bus from Taxquena CDMX:
1) There are hourly busses (Pullman de Morelos) that passes Xochicalco. When booking your ticket you may have to ask for El Rodeo or Miacatlan (Morelos) as they may not know Xochicalco, but the bus will stop at the Oxxo in Xochicalco if you ask the driver. It's 5 min walk from there and the instructions are above.

2) There are also many busses that stop at the caseta (toll place) at Alpuyeca. From the caseta you can take a taxi (if available) otherwise there are combies to Alpuyeca itself (takes 5 minutes) and there you can change to one to Xochicalco (takes 10 minutes) If they go to Xochicalco itself ask them to stop at the health center, if not get off at the Oxxo. You can also give us a call.

3) Take a bus to Cuernavaca (Casino or Central) and follow the instructions below.

By Bus from Cuernavaca:
From either near the terminal Casino or Central there are many buses that would stop in Xochicalco. Again you may have to ask for El Rodeo or Miacatlan. Xochicalco is just before El Rodeo and the bus can drop you at the Oxxo. Just make sure that the bus you take takes the autopista (Mibus and others) and not the libre (Lasser Bus) as that takes one hour more.

By Bus from other towns:
Best to get to either Cuernavaca or CDMX and then follow the instructions for those towns already mentioned above.

I trust one of those options will get you here easily. If really needed I can pick you up at the caseta, especially in case it's already late. Do let me know in advance your arrival time so we can plan and you don't have to wait too long.

Arriving early on the arrival day
Most of the time you will be welcome to arrive any time, we just can't guarantee that your room will be ready. The registration will normally open 2-3 hours before the program commences. See if you can help out with the preparations or you could go and explore Xochicalco 🙂

Departing late on the departure day
This will also not be a problem but you may have to leave your room so we can clean up. If you would join an other meal let us know. Naturally see if you can help.

Extra days:
If anyone wants to arrive earlier and or depart later than the official dates, you are most welcome. Please let us know in advance so we can make sure we can accommodate you and have enough food 🙂 Naturally a contribution for the extra days and meals will be much appreciated. We suggest a donation of $25 per day excluding food. Your help with any needed work would naturally be much appreciated but not expected.

Cancellation Policy

As we have prior non refundable expenses such as the hotel booking and travel arrangements we can not give full refund in case you cancel. Nevertheless, we offer the following options:

  • If you cancel two or more weeks in advance, you’ll get a refund of 70% over the total amount.
  • With a cancellation within less than two weeks and latest 3 days before the start there is no refund. However the balance minus 30% can be applied to any of our future program(s) within one year.
  • Otherwise if you cancel less than 3 days in advance or just don’t show up there is neither refund nor a balance for future programs.

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