FIU PSS Study Abroad at Sivananda Yoga Ashram Bahamas, Winter Break Session: "Meditation and Spiritual Development" led by Professor Andrea Seidel <seidela@fiu.edu>
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Yoga, Meditation, and Spiritual Development: Study Abroad at Sivananda Ashram, Nassau, Bahamas Through a concentrated study of yoga asanas (postures), meditation techniques, pranayama (breath control), guest lectures, and philosophical and religious scriptures and dialogue, students will engage in both the theory and practical applications of yoga and related spiritual disciplines within the concentrated environment of a traditional yoga ashram. The program includes lectures by world renowned speakers from a variety of traditions, daily Yoga classes, delicious vegetarian meals, and some recreational time for swimming and snorkeling.
LOCATION DESCRIPTION
The Yoga Retreat is located across the bay from Nassau, Bahamas on a pristine white sand beach and five and ½ acres of lush tropical gardens. With its celebrated lineage of yogic masters, the Sivananda Yoga Retreat offers a rare combination of a traditional ashram with the feel of a Caribbean resort.
PROGRAM DATES
December 12-Jan. 2, 2013 (Study Abroad: Dec. 26, 2012-Jan.2, 2013)
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR STUDENT INQUIRIES
Contact: Dr. Andrea Mantell Seidel, Dept. of Religious Studies seidela@fiu.edu or visit the ashram website : http://www.sivanandabahamas.org/
