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The American Institute of Vedic Studies
The American Institute of Vedic Studies is an educational center providing a broad range of training programs, resources and publications. It focuses on Ayurveda, Vedic astrology, Yoga and their interconnections. It provides in depth examinations of Veda, Vedanta and Tantra along with the background system of Hinduism and Sanatana Dharma. It is one of the few places in the world today that brings the greater Yoga tradition together and explains it in an integral and authentic manner with regard to its ancient lineages and branches. It also holds a special connection with the teachings of Ramana Maharshi, Kavyakantha Ganapati Muni and Anandamayi Ma.
 The Vedic Institute is recognized internationally as an important center of Vedic learning and research. Founded and directed by Acharya David Frawley (Pandit Vamadeva Shastri), it serves as a vehicle for his work, offering courses and consultations to go along with his many published writings. Vamadeva is one of the most honored acharyas or teachers of Vedic wisdom both in India and in the western world over the last thirty years. He is respected as an Ayurvedacharya (teacher of Ayurvedic medicine), Jyotish Brihaspati (teacher of Vedic astrology), Vedacharya and Vedaguru (teacher of the Vedas). He is regarded as a Pandit, a doctor or professor of Vedic wisdom. He is one of the few modern teachers to write definitive books in all major Vedic fields, based upon his original study of Sanskrit texts and his own direct experience, including commentaries on the Vedas themselves.
The Institute works with several important Afilliated Schools in such diverse countries as Germany, Russia, Czech Republic, Brazil, India, Canada and the United States that teach and promote our courses and programs, and their own additional training in Ayurveda, Vedic astrology and the Vedic field.
 Yogini Shambhavi is the co-director of the institute helping with new retreats, tours, trainings, chanting CDs and publications. Yogini Shambhavi is one of India's foremost women teachers and gurus in the Shakti tradition, in yogic, Tantric and Vedic fields, and is now gaining a following in the western world. She joins Dr. Frawley (Acharya Vamadeva) for teaching programs and is available for personal consultations and individual guidance. Yogini Shambhavi is a noted writer and chanter, who has a unique power to inspire, motivate and uplift all who come into contact with her.
The Institute is noted for its distance learning programs and correspondence courses that have attracted thousands of students from numerous countries over the past twenty years. Our Ayurvedic Healing program is probably the most widely taken Ayurvedic distance learning program in the world. The institute has direct levels of student-teacher interaction as well for those who want deeper levels of instruction.
Acclaimed Recent Books by Acharya Vamadeva (David Frawley)
 Mantra Yoga and Primal Sound: Secrets of Bija (Seed) Mantras - One of the most important new publications on how to employ mantras for healing, union with Divinity and Self-realization, examines mantras in Yoga, Tantra, Veda, Vedanta, Ayurveda, Jyotish and Vastu with clarity and precision, including an explication of the Mantra Purusha. Note beauiful article based upon the book.
Inner Tantric Yoga: Working with the Universal Shakti - presents the classical higher Tantra of Raja Yoga with the inner worship of Shiva and Shakti as the light of consciousness and its transformative power, based on the works of Kavyakantha Ganapati Muni, chief disciple of Ramana Maharshi. In depth presentation and special meditation methods are explored.
Universal Hinduism: Towards a New Vision of Sanatana Dharma - new India publication discusses the new global relevance of Sanatana Dharma, the universal tradition of Dharma, the great spiritual and cultural tradition of Hinduism, Yoga and the Vedic sciences and their relevance for all of humanity. Widely acclaimed in India.
Yogini Shambhavi's Books and CDs 
Shambhavi's two books below have been widely acclaimed for their authentic portrayals of inner yogic experiences and encounters with the Goddess and have been best sellers in India.
Yogic Secrets of the Dark Goddess - an experience of Ma Kali and the Yoga of the Supreme Shakti. Regarded as one of the best modern books on the Goddess and her inner powers.
Vamadeva and Shambhavi 2012 Upcoming Programs
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August 9-13, 2012, Brazil Yoga Shakti & Mantra Healing Retreat
Mantra Shakti Yoga empowers our total well-being through the healing grace of Heart, Mind, Body and Spirit. Connect to the Cosmic Prana with Mantra & Pranayama. For registration in Brazil:
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/cell +55119656114 Debbie Johnston
Oct. 5-7, Spirit Yoga Berlin, Germany, Special Mantra Yoga Program. The first program of its kind that we have presented in Europe. We will explore powerful bija and Shakti mantras, along with how to apply them through Pranayama and meditation, including Ayurvedic applications.
Oct. 11-14, Germany, Empower Your Yoga Shakti to Nurture, Heal and Transform through Raja Yoga, Bhakti Yoga and Yogic Ayurveda. Our first Yoga Shakti Retreat in Europe. To awaken the Yoga Shakti within you.
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/ 49-761-285-3869
October 20-30, 2012, Russia and Ukraine, Moscow, St. Petersburg, Kiev
Yoga Shakti, Ayurveda & Vedic Astrology Programs –Empower your life through profound practices of Vedic thought, Yoga philosophy, Mantra Yoga, Vedic Astrology.
For Information: Rami Bleckt -
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/+7(495) 692-3696, +7(967) 138-5781
Our Special Retreats in India and Hawaii-----
Hawaiian Yoga Shakti Program – Tri Health Spa, Kauai, Hawaii, December 3-10, 2012 (Request for Registration Form)
Manifest the Yoga Shakti of Soma, the power of Bliss, Rejuvenation and Immortality, Connect to the Cosmic Soma and Prana – Experience ancient Hawaiian sacred sites - Understand your unique Emotional. Mental. Spiritual well-being - Yogic Doshic balancing.
Open now for early registration. Beautiful Kerala, India style resort near the North Shore of the island, one of the best places to stay on the islands. Free time for island touring at the end of the program.
Sixth Annual Ma Ganga Yoga Shakti Retreat – March 8-14 2013, Himalayan foothills above Rishikesh: Shiva-Shakti Yoga empowers our Higher Prana and Inner Self awareness for total well-being and harmony. A comprehsensive curriculum of Vedic thought, Yoga philosophy, and Mantra Yoga. Celebrate the auspicious Maha Shiva Ratri , the great Night of Shiva, the Lord of Yoga. Immerse yourself in powerful sacred rituals, devotional attunement, satsanga and silent contemplation. Honor the healing force of Ma Ganga with festive evening Arat, wish-fulfilling boatsi and propitiations of the planets, as well as regular meditations. Devolop your own deeper relationship with Ma Ganga.
Now open for early registration (Retreat Registration Form). At the famous Glass House Neemrana Resort, the best hotel in the region with private cottages, and a full range of Ayurvedic treatments available, fifteen miles north of Rishikesh with private beach access to the Ganga. Will include a day off for river rafting on the Ganga and a vist to the nearby sacred cave of Vasishta Guha.
Upcoming Conferences and Programs 2012-----
May 24-29: United Astrology Conference (UAC) 2012, Venus on the Rise! From the Heart of the Galaxy to New Orleans. Dr. Frawley will be a keynote speaker on the Vedic astrology tract and Shambhavi will do the opening chant for this important gathering of the astrologers of North America, over 1500 people expected, an event that happens only every four years!
American Institute of Vedic Studies
PO Box 8357, Santa Fe NM 87504 USA
505-983-9385,
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