Gurudev Siddha Peeth | Retreats in Gurudev Siddha Peeth
Retreats in Gurudev Siddha Peeth
Common Pre-requisites for all Retreats
- Apply for all the retreats.
- Attendance at the Preparation Session is required for all the retreats.
- Translation: Depending on the availability of translators, and if five or more approved applicants request it.
Pilgrimage to the Heart Retreat
| Dates | Language | Last Date for Receiving Applications |
|---|---|---|
| December 10 – 17, 2024 | English with Japanese, Chinese and Portuguese | 30 September, 2024 |
| February 02 – 09, 2025 | English with German, Italian and Spanish translation* | 15 November, 2024 |
| March 17 – 24, 2025 | Hindi | 31 December, 2024 |
| April 13 – 20, 2025 | Hindi | 31 January, 2025 |
| November 09 – 16, 2025 | English with French, German and Italian translation* | 31 August, 2025 |
| December 07 – 14, 2025 | English with Japanese, Chinese and Portuguese translation* | 30 September, 2025 |
| February 01 – 08, 2026 | English with German, Italian and Spanish translation* | 15 November, 2025 |
| March 08 – 15, 2026 | Hindi | 31 December, 2025 |
Each day of the Pilgrimage to the Heart retreat includes chanting, meditation, contemplation, study, hatha yoga, the practice of silence, and at the centre of it all, the ever-deepening connection with the inner Self.
Requirements to Apply
For Siddha Yoga students:
a) 30 years or older: Engagement in a minimum of two years of Siddha Yoga sadhana.
b) 18-29 years old: Engagement in a minimum of one year of Siddha Yoga sadhana.
- Participation in at least one Siddha Yoga Shaktipat Intensive in the past 3 years.
- Experience of regular seva in a local Siddha Yoga meditation centre, for at least one year and/or participation in the majority of Siddha Yoga celebrations at a local centre in the past year.
- A regular practice of daily meditation for at least one year.
- A regular practice of dakshina.
- Proficiency in the language the retreat is being offered in (Hindi for March, April and English for the other retreats). This is not only required for practical reasons, but is also necessary to support each participant in going deeper in their study, learning and understanding.
- Good health and fitness. Participants must be able to participate fully in the retreat schedule from the early morning hours to the evening.
How to apply
If you would like more information, or if you fulfill the requirements for this retreat and would like to apply, please contact your local Applications Point Person or Centre Operations Coordinator. Your centre team can give you their contact details.
If you are not currently connected to a local centre in India, then you can contact the Gurukula Applications Office directly at Gurudev Siddha Peeth.
Email: indianapplications@gspa.org or gspindianapps@gmail.com
Phone: 02522 352400 ext. 2194
Online application form below.
Prilgrimage to the Heart Retreat
| Dates | Language | Last Date for Receiving Applications |
|---|---|---|
| December 10 – 17, 2024 | English with Japanese, Chinese and Portuguese | 30 September, 2024 |
| February 02 – 09, 2025 | English with German, Italian and Spanish translation* | 15 November, 2024 |
| March 17 – 24, 2025 | Hindi | 31 December, 2024 |
| April 13 – 20, 2025 | Hindi | 31 January, 2025 |
| November 09 – 16, 2025 | English with French, German and Italian translation* | 31 August, 2025 |
| December 07 – 14, 2025 | English with Japanese, Chinese and Portuguese translation* | 30 September, 2025 |
| February 01 – 08, 2026 | English with German, Italian and Spanish translation* | 15 November, 2025 |
| March 08 – 15, 2026 | Hindi | 31 December, 2025 |
Each day of the Pilgrimage to the Heart retreat includes chanting, meditation, contemplation, study, hatha yoga, the practice of silence, and at the centre of it all, the ever-deepening connection with the inner Self.
Requirements to Apply
For Siddha Yoga students:
a) 30 years or older: Engagement in a minimum of two years of Siddha Yoga sadhana.
b) 18-29 years old: Engagement in a minimum of one year of Siddha Yoga sadhana.
- Participation in at least one Siddha Yoga Shaktipat Intensive in the past 3 years.
- Experience of regular seva in a local Siddha Yoga meditation center, for at least one year and/or participation in the majority of Siddha Yoga celebrations at a local centre in the past year.
- A regular practice of daily meditation for at least one year.
- A regular practice of dakshina.
- Proficiency in the language the retreat is being offered in (Hindi for March, April and English for the other retreats). This is not only required for practical reasons, but is also necessary to support each participant in going deeper in their study, learning and understanding.
- Good health and fitness. Participants must be able to participate fully in the retreat schedule from the early morning hours to the evening.
How to apply
If you would like more information, or if you fulfill the requirements for this retreat and would like to apply, please contact your local Applications Point Person or Centre Operations Coordinator. Your centre team can give you their contact details.
If you are not currently connected to a local centre in India, then you can contact the Gurukula Applications Office directly at Gurudev Siddha Peeth.
Email: indianapplications@gspa.org or gspindianapps@gmail.com
Phone: 02522 352400 ext. 2194
Online application form below.
Siddha Yoga Family Retreat
| Dates | Language | Last Date for Receiving Applications |
|---|---|---|
| May 19 – 23, 2025 | Hindi | 28 February, 2025 |
In this Siddha Yoga Family Retreat, families with children ages 10 to 17 learn and practise ways of honouring the Self that abides and manifests through them, others and the world around them.
Requirements to Apply
For Parents:
- Both parents have been engaged in Siddha Yoga sadhana for at least two years.
- Participation in at least one Siddha Yoga Shaktipat Intensive in the past 3 years.
- Experience of regular seva in a local Siddha Yoga meditation centre for at least one year and/or participation in the majority of Siddha Yoga celebrations at a local centre in the past year.
- Proficiency in the language the retreat is being offered in (Hindi for April and English for the other retreats). This is not only required for practical reasons, but is also necessary to support each participant in going deeper in their study, learning and understanding.
- Regular practice of dakshina and seva.
- Good health and fitness.
For Children
- Age 10 – 17 years
- Have participated in at least one children’s course or Siddha Yoga Intensive in the past five years
- Have been attending Children/ Yuva satsangs for at least two years
How to apply
- If you would like more information, or if you fulfill the requirements for this retreat and would like to apply, please contact your local Applications Point Person or Centre Operations Coordinator. Your centre team can give you their contact details.
- If you are not currently connected to a local centre in India, then you can contact the Gurukula Applications Office directly at Gurudev Siddha Peeth.
Email: indianapplications@gspa.org or gspindianapps@gmail.com
Phone: 02522 352400 ext. 2194
Online application form below.
Siddha Yoga Retreat for Young Adults
| Dates | Language | Last Date for Receiving Applications |
|---|---|---|
| June 15 – 18, 2025 | Hindi | 31 March, 2025 |
In this Siddha Yoga Retreat for Young Adults, yuvas creatively engage in Siddha Yoga study and practice together.
In the welcoming atmosphere of Gurudev Siddha Peeth, young Siddha Yoga students participate in the Siddha Yoga practices of chanting and meditation, as well as in active learning sessions and quiet time in nature.
As participants engage fully in the retreat, they strengthen their connection with the inner Self. Through their dynamic engagement with spiritual practice and study in this transformative learning environment, they bring lasting benefit to their sadhana.
Requirements to Apply
- 18-30 years of age
- Actively engaged in Siddha Yoga sadhana for at least one year
- Participation in at least one Siddha Yoga Shaktipat Intensive in the past 3 years
- A regular practice of daily meditation for at least one year.
- Good health and fitness.
How to apply
- If you would like more information, or if you fulfill the requirements for this retreat and would like to apply, please contact your local Applications Point Person or Centre Operations Coordinator. Your centre team can give you their contact details.
- If you are not currently connected to a local centre in India, then you can contact the Gurukula Applications Office directly at Gurudev Siddha Peeth.
Email: indianapplications@gspa.org or gspindianapps@gmail.com
Phone: 02522 352400 ext. 2194
Online application form below.
Siddha Yoga Retreat for Young Adults
| Dates | Language | Last Date for Receiving Applications |
|---|---|---|
| June 15 – 18, 2025 | Hindi | 31 March, 2025 |
In this Siddha Yoga Retreat for Young Adults, yuvas creatively engage in Siddha Yoga study and practice together.
In the welcoming atmosphere of Gurudev Siddha Peeth, young Siddha Yoga students participate in the Siddha Yoga practices of chanting and meditation, as well as in active learning sessions and quiet time in nature.
As participants engage fully in the retreat, they strengthen their connection with the inner Self. Through their dynamic engagement with spiritual practice and study in this transformative learning environment, they bring lasting benefit to their sadhana.
Requirements to Apply
- 18-30 years of age
- Actively engaged in Siddha Yoga sadhana for at least one year
- Participation in at least one Siddha Yoga Shaktipat Intensive in the past 3 years
- A regular practice of daily meditation for at least one year.
- Good health and fitness.
How to apply
- If you would like more information, or if you fulfill the requirements for this retreat and would like to apply, please contact your local Applications Point Person or Centre Operations Coordinator. Your centre team can give you their contact details.
- If you are not currently connected to a local centre in India, then you can contact the Gurukula Applications Office directly at Gurudev Siddha Peeth.
Email: indianapplications@gspa.org or gspindianapps@gmail.com
Phone: 02522 352400 ext. 2194
Online application form below.