Meditation is the heart of yoga practice. It trains the mind to become calm, clear, and steady, supporting emotional balance and inner wellbeing in daily life. This course offers a structured introduction to meditation, guided by the classical teachings of Swami Vishnudevananda.
Over six sessions, participants learn practical meditation techniques and gain a clear understanding of how the mind works. The course addresses common obstacles such as restlessness, doubt, and inconsistency, helping students establish a sustainable home practice. Emphasis is placed on concentration, awareness, and the gradual cultivation of inner stability.
The course draws directly from Swami Vishnudevananda’s text Meditation and Mantras, which presents meditation as a practical discipline rather than an abstract idea. Through guided practice, discussion, and reflection, students learn how meditation supports mental clarity, emotional balance, and a deeper sense of purpose.
This course is suitable for beginners as well as those who wish to return to meditation with better understanding and structure.
What the Course Covers
Why meditation is central
to yoga practice
How to sit, breathe,
and focus correctly
How to establish a regular
meditation practice at home
Understanding the nature of
the mind and thought patterns
Techniques to develop
concentration and inner steadiness
Introduction to mantra
meditation and its purpose
Teachings and Quotations from Meditation and Mantras
This course is designed for anyone who wants a clear and practical introduction to meditation, taught in a structured and supportive way.
On regular practice
“Meditation is a continuous flow of thought towards one object. It is not something done once in a while, but cultivated daily.”
On dealing with restlessness
“Do not fight the mind. Gently bring it back again and again. Patient practice brings control.”
On concentration
“Where the mind goes, energy flows. Concentration gathers the scattered forces of the mind.”
On mantra
“The mantra is a tool to give the mind a pure and uplifting form. Through repetition, it replaces unnecessary thought.”
On simplicity
“Meditation does not require complicated techniques. What is needed is sincerity, regularity, and correct understanding.”
Course Format and Structure
Duration
X weeks
Class Frequency
X classes per week
Class Length
X minutes
Location
In-person at <Sivananda Centre>
Duration
X weeks
Class Frequency
X classes per week
Class Length
X minutes
Location
In-person at <Sivananda Centre>
Duration
X weeks
Class Frequency
X classes per week
Class Length
X minutes
Location
In-person at <Sivananda Centre>
Duration
X weeks
Class Frequency
X classes per week
Class Length
X minutes
Location
In-person at <Sivananda Centre>
Sample Session Flow
Each session follows a consistent and supportive structure. This helps participants feel at ease and allows understanding to develop through both experience and reflection.
