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VEDIC RETREATS AND PROGRAMS

Live Interaction with Dr. David Frawley & Yogini Shambhavi

Yogini Shambhavi and Vamadeva Shastri conduct special Yoga Shakti Programs worldwide, where they draw the student into deeper Vedic and Yogic knowledge and experience.

These unique programs immerse students in sacred rituals and Shakti Mantras, Bhakti Yoga, Vedanta, Ayurveda, Vedic Astrology, and meditative Yoga Asana.

The experiential programs and Yoga Shakti retreats are held in different places of profound natural beauty and spiritual power worldwide, especially India.   These programs are hosted along with associated Yoga and Vedic groups, under the guidance of Shambhavi and Vamadeva. 

These programs, guided by Shambhavi and Vamadeva, reflect the core teachings and mission of the American Institute of Vedic Studies, fostering a transformative connection to Vedic wisdom for spiritual growth and personal development.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

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Île d’Orléans Quebec Canada Sept 2025.

May 12-19th · 7 Insightful Days
SANTA FE NEW MEXICO USA

Ritualistic Movement of Time and the Eternal Space

Santa Fe • Taos Pueblo • Bandelier • White Rock Canyon
Sangre de Cristo Mountains • El Santuario de Chimayo
 
Experience the sacred resonance of Vedic & Native American ancient wisdom, with rituals and mantra to celebrate the Universe, the Earth, Nature, the Planets and the Five Elements.
 
Together we’ll explore the ruggedly beautiful canyon and mesa country, with authentic landmark sites and nourishing local cuisine. 

Celebrate Buddha Purnima the Full Moon night of May 12th, 2025.

ONLINE WEBINARS

Yoga Beyond Body and Mind Series of Talks with Dr. David Frawley and Yogini Shambhavi in 2025

Personal Guidance for an integral and experiential Lifestyle using Vedic Wisdom, Devi Tantra, Jyotisha, Pranayama, Mantra, Meditation and Ayurveda.

Creating and nurturing a personal relationship with the Vedic wisdom as a sadhana.

February 22nd Saturday

Yogini Shambhavi

An experiential sadhana approach to the Yoga of Heart-Body -Mind.

Sept 22-29, 2025
Île d’Orléans QUEBEC CANADA

Ayurvedic Healing and Yoga Shakti Retreat

Join Dr. David Frawley and Yogini Shambhavi in an enchanting autumn landscape by the vast flowing St. Lawrence River, a vibrant artisan community, and rich heritage which makes Île d’Orléans, Quebec, an inspiring Retreat destination!  

Let us gather together to celebrate and nourish our yogic lifestyle and enhance our Yoga Shakti sadhana.

Yoga, Ayurveda and Jyotisha as Vedic healing sciences form integral parts of the profound system of Vedic Knowledge, and a lifestyle that develops our sacred journey in life. 

Join us for this special immersion and contemplative program deepening your reconnection with Yoga and Ayurvedic Healing.

EARN A 50 HOUR CERTIFICATE OF VEDIC HEALING STUDY FROM THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF VEDIC STUDIES

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