{"id":24,"date":"2019-11-26T05:53:56","date_gmt":"2019-11-26T05:53:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sivanandaindia.org\/?page_id=24"},"modified":"2019-12-25T15:23:42","modified_gmt":"2019-12-25T15:23:42","slug":"rules-guidelines","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sivananda.org.in\/sih\/rules-guidelines\/","title":{"rendered":"Rules & Guidelines"},"content":{"rendered":"

Rules & Guidelines<\/h1><\/div>
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Our Ashrams and Centres are abodes of peace and shelter from the pressures of worldly life. They provide a safe space for personal development and the pursuit of spiritual ideals. People come from many walks of life and from every corner of the world to experience the profound spirituality of ancient India, and the centuries-old disciplines of yoga, vedanta and ayurveda. Maintaining a positive spiritual atmosphere requires the involvement and participation of all guests and staff. In this regard we request your cooperation in observing the following rules and guidelines.<\/p>\n

Dress Code<\/strong><\/p>\n

Men and women must cover shoulders, midriff and legs. Tight fitting, transparent and revealing clothing are not permitted. This includes:<\/p>\n

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  • \u00a0Shorts above the knee<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Leggings<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Low cut and sleeveless t-shirts<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Tank tops<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Guests\u2019 behaviour and dress code should be respectful of the local culture and enhance the spiritual atmosphere. Observance of the dress code should be maintained at all times including during asana classes or swimming.<\/p>\n

    Prohibited Items<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Smoking, alcohol, drugs, meat, fish, eggs, garlic and onions are not allowed.<\/li>\n
    • The use of mobile phones is only permitted in designated areas outside of class times. Photography, video, audio recording during classes and ceremonies is only possible with the permission of the director.\u00a0Pets are not allowed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Male-Female Relations<\/strong><\/p>\n

      To respect the local culture and the monastic tradition, kindly restrain expressions of affection such as hugging or kissing in public. Guests at our Ashrams are advised to observe celibacy (brahmacharya) as part of the spiritual discipline. Male and female dormitories are separate. Men are not allowed in the ladies\u2019 dormitory and vice versa. The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre organisation of India disapprove of and condemn any form of harassment directed at guests, staff or visitors.<\/p>\n

      Attendance<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Attendance at all Ashram activities is mandatory as part of the Ashram Yoga Vacation programme. As a mark of respect for the teacher and as a practice of self-discipline, guests are required to be on time and to remain for the duration of each programme. Asana classes are open to resident guests only.<\/p>\n

      Free Day<\/strong>
      \nFriday is a free day in our Ashrams. Guests are required to attend morning and evening satsang. There are no lecture or coaching classes on the free day. The yoga asana classes and meals run as usual.<\/p>\n

      Silence<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Guests are requested to observe silence during meals, before morning satsang and after evening satsang.\u00a0 Lights out after 10:30pm.<\/p>\n

      Personal Belongings<\/strong><\/p>\n

      We do not accept responsibility for guests\u2019 personal belongings. Safe-keeping facilitiesare available.<\/p>\n

      Minimum Stay<\/strong><\/p>\n

      An initial minimum payment for three nights accommodation at our Ashrams is required upon arrival and registration. This payment is non-refundable and non-transferable in the event of early departure.<\/p>\n

      Payments & Donations<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Daily donation rates at our Ashrams include classes, food and accommodation. Dates and donations are subject to change without notice. For all programmes guests are subject to the suggested donation in effect at the time of payment. Personal cheques are not accepted. The Indian concessional rate does not apply to: non-resident Indians (NRI), Indian nationals working or living abroad, foreign nationals working or living in India, Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) and Person of Indian Origin (PIO). Indian nationals may be asked to provide evidence of Indian nationality.<\/p>\n

      Harassment Policy<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Specifically, no harassment, proposals or innuendos with a sexual connotation will be tolerated during any programme or activity organised by the Ashrams and Centres. Guests and students participating in such programmes and activities are accordingly made aware of this policy and invited to apply it in their personal behaviour during their stay. Any guest or student who thinks he\/she may be the victim of unsolicited advances or any other form of sexual harassment is asked to notify a senior Swami or director immediately in order for corrective action to be undertaken without delay. Complaints made to a senior Swami or director will be treated confidentially and the alleged violator or any third party will not be advised of the complainant\u2019s identity without the latter\u2019s consent.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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