Carlos Pomeda in Hong Kong, Vijnana Bhairava Tantra, March 5–7, 2010
Carlos Pomeda is back in Hong Kong in March 2010 for a full week end retreat.

Any of you who has studied through his Yoga Philosophy correspondance course or who has attended his lectures at the Asia Yoga Conference will know that Carlos teachings are invaluable (check www.pomeda.com for more on Carlos, his teachings, and his correspondence course).

The details for the retreat are below, there is a limited number of spaces available for this retreat (because we want everyone to fully benefit from the retreat and be able to have a direct contact with Carlos) which will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

So this is the way it works:  if you are going to be in HK and want to attend, just click here to REGISTER first to book your space to be on the list. Then we’ll contact you for the next step.

A good idea: add the following email address to your white or allowed list helene@themastermindsgroup.com, so you do not miss any communication!

Cheers

Lindzay & Helene

The Ocean of Nectar:

An Immersion in the Vijnana-bhairava Tantra

“That state of the self is internal and filled with the bliss of one’s experience.

One who is established in any of these methods, what he experiences day after day is fulfilled, until he attains complete satisfaction”

Vijnana-bhairava 15, 148.

There is a treasure trove of meditation in the tradition of Kashmir Shaivism, and one of its greatest sources is the revealed text known as Vijnana-bhairava Tantra. In it, the Goddess plays the role of student and asks Shiva for instruction. The reply, however, does not come in the form of doctrines, but in the form of 112 methods of meditation. The message is clear: the ultimate answer to the deepest questions of life lies within.

In this weekend course, we will immerse ourselves in the nectarean ocean of meditative practices selected from this sublime text. As we progress through the various forms of meditation, the inner state becomes deeper and deeper, supported by our contemplation, analysis and discussions. If you’ve ever felt like immersing yourself in meditation but felt perhaps too busy for a prolonged retreat, this course is for you! It is designed particularly to deepen our understanding and experience of meditation, to shift our internal state and anchor it firmly in internal, blissful awareness. It will be a true banquet for the soul.

Because of the structure and nature of this course, attendance to both days is required. Open to all levels of experience in meditation.

Where: Yogamala in Wanchai (non-residential retreat)

Price: HKD1,650 (cheques or cash only)

Register HERE first, we’ll contact you for the next step

Lakshman Joo, Swami. Vijnana Bhairava: The Practice of Centring Awareness. ISBN: 81–86569-35–9

Muktananda, Swami. Meditate: Happiness Lies Within You. ISBN: 0911307621

Durgananda, Swami. The Heart of Meditation: Pathways to a Deeper Experience. ISBN: 0911307974

Who is Carlos?

With over 34 years of experience, Carlos Pomeda received formal, traditional training in yoga during almost 18 years as a monk of the Sarasvati order, 9 of which he spent in India, in the Siddha Yoga Ashram. During this time he learnt the various systems of Indian Philosophy and immersed himself in the practice of yoga.

He combines this traditional training with an academic background as well, having earned two Masters’ degrees: one in Sanskrit from UC Berkeley and another one, in Religious Studies, from UC Santa Barbara.

As a teacher, Carlos is known for his love of the Indian yoga traditions, his insight, his humor, his deep empathy with his audiences and his ability to convey the deepest scriptural teachings in a way that is clear, meaningful and applicable.

Studying with Carlos is a truly delightful and enlightening experience.

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ONLY 4 SPACES LEFT!

This is a unique opportunity to meet and study with carlos Pomeda for a whole week end in Hong Kong from June 19th (Friday) to June 22nd (Sunday).

Read below details on the retreat. If any question, post comment or email me!

From the Everyday to the Supreme

The secret to the fulfillment of life lies hidden in plain sight…

Based on a classical tantric text from the Kashmiri tradition (the Pratyabhijna-hrdayam, or “Heart of Recognition”), this seminar will teach us how to recognize the most extraordinary supreme consciousness in the midst of the most ordinary processes. Starting with an expansive understanding of the unfolding of consciousness in the universe and offering the key to the understanding and experience of supreme reality, the seminar will culminate with several powerful techniques for the expansion of consciousness. Ultimately, this tradition teaches that the unfolding of the inner energy brings about the attainment of supreme bliss right within your own heart.

This seminar combines the most sublime philosophy and wisdom with the most powerful and relevant practices. Come join us as we celebrate the miracle of consciousness in our lives.

Carlos Pomeda

With over 34 years of experience, Carlos Pomeda received formal, traditional training in yoga during almost 18 years as a monk of the Sarasvati order, 9 of which he spent in India, in the Siddha Yoga Ashram. During this time he learnt the various systems of Indian Philosophy and immersed himself in the practice of yoga. He combines this traditional training with an academic background as well, having earned two Masters’ degrees: one in Sanskrit from UC Berkeley and another one, in Religious Studies, from UC Santa Barbara. As a teacher, Carlos is known for his love of the Indian yoga traditions, his insight, his humor, his deep empathy with his audiences and his ability to convey the deepest scriptural teachings in a way that is clear, meaningful and applicable. Studying with Carlos is a truly delightful and enlightening experience.

Textbook:

Pomeda, Carlos. The Yoga of Recognition. (In preparation).

Shantananda, Swami. The Splendor of Recognition. South Fallsburg: SYDA Foundation, 2003.

WHEN: June 19^th to 21^st (Friday evening to Sunday morning)

WHERE: Maryknoll House, 44 Stanley Village Road, Stanley, HK

PRICE: HKD1,450.

Daily Schedule

Friday June 19th

5 to 5:30pm Group arrives

6pm dinner

07:30–09:00 Kirtan and meditation

Saturday June 20th

06:30–07:30 Morning meditation (includes a few gentle stretches)

08:00–09:00 Breakfast

09:30–10:45 Study and meditation session

10:45–11:30 Hatha Yoga

11:30–12:30 Study and meditation session

12:30–02:30 Lunch, rest & personal time

02:30–03:30 Contemplative walk and/or Hatha Yoga stretches (gentle)

03:30–06:00 Study and meditation session

06:00–06:30 Hatha Yoga

06:15–07:15 Dinner

07:30–09:00 Kirtan and meditation

Sunday June 21st

06:30–07:30 Morning meditation (includes a few gentle stretches)

08:00–09:00 Breakfast

09:30–10:45 Study and meditation session

10:45–11:30 Hatha Yoga

11:30–12:30 Study and meditation session

Group leaves before lunch

CONTACT: heleneliu@netvigator.com or norman0001@netvigator.com

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