Satsang is a celebration of Presence and Beingness. It is an invitation to recognize the profound Nature of what we already are through silent Self-Enquiry and by simply being aware. As we seek to understand the delusions of personal identity, we experience a deep stillness and endless joy. Through constant abidance where no abiding remains, there is Recognition of the ever-present Pure Consciousness which is the true and eternal Self.
Return within,
To the place where there is nothing.
And take care that nothing comes in.
Penetrate to the depth of yourself,
To the place where thought no longer exists
And take care that no thought raises its head!
There where nothing exists… is Fullness!
There where nothing is seen… is the Vision of Being!
There where nothing appears any longer
Is the sudden appearing of the Self!
Dhyana, it is this.
— Sri Gnanananda Giri
The 3-day Satsang Retreats offered by Swami Atmananda Udasin are a great opportunity to deepen the practice of awareness and Self-Enquiry and to reach clarity of understanding. The teachings during these retreats are based on the Direct Path in the tradition of Advaita (Non-Duality).
During the retreat, there is a conscious walk and a silent meditation in the early hours, in the presence of Swami Ji. Later in the morning, there is a silent tea in the garden, followed by a satsang. In the afternoon, the satsang is open as usual to all seekers.
Each day closes with the evening silent meditation, exclusively for retreat participants.
6:00 – 6:45
Conscious and Silent Walk along the Ganges (optional)
7:00 – 7:50
Meditation
Silent Tea (Garden)
Satsang
Community Vegetarian Lunch (on Day 3)
Open satsang
Meditation
Universal Prayers, Arati & Chanting
Participants should always arrive 15 minutes earlier for the meditation sessions and the satsangs, so that they can enter in silence and sit quietly.
On the third day, a community vegetarian lunch will be organized in the garden of the ashram.
The Satsang Retreat begins at 19:00 on the evening preceding the first day, with an Introduction to the 3-day programme, and ends on the third day after the last meditation session.
During the retreat, there is a conscious walk and a silent meditation in the early hours, in the presence of Swami Ji. Later in the morning, there is a silent tea in the garden, followed by a satsang. In the afternoon, the satsang is open as usual to all seekers.
Each day closes with the evening silent meditation, exclusively for retreat participants.
| 6:00 – 6:45 | Conscious and Silent Walk along the Ganges (optional) |
| 7:00 – 7:50 | Meditation |
| 10:00 – 10:30 | Silent Tea (Garden) |
| 10:30 – 12:30 | Satsang |
| 12:45 | Community Vegetarian Lunch (on Day 3) |
| 16:00 – 18:00 | Open satsang |
| 19:00 – 19:50 | Meditation |
| 19:50 – 20:30 | Universal Prayers, Arati & Chanting |
Participants should always arrive 15 minutes earlier for the meditation sessions and the satsangs, so that they can enter in silence and sit quietly.
On the third day, a community vegetarian lunch will be organized in the garden of the ashram.
All who attend the Satsang Retreat must conscientiously observe the Ashram Rules & Code of Conduct for the duration of the programme.
The spirit behind these guidelines is to ensure that the spiritual purpose of the ashram is maintained, enabling all participants to benefit from the satsangs and the meditation practice, and more generally, from the serene atmosphere of the precinct.
Please carefully read the Code of Conduct, prior to attending a Satsang Retreat.
Due to the limited number of rooms at the ashram, which are occupied by full-time residents, Satsang Retreats are non-residential programmes. During the retreat, participants can enjoy the peaceful and positively energized atmosphere of Ajatananda Ashram, surrounded by monks and spiritual seekers. There are a wide range of affordable guesthouses and hotels available in Laxman Jhula and Tapovan. Please note that we cannot recommend or book accommodation on behalf of participants.
In order to participate in the Satsang Retreats, it is necessary to register in advance. You can fill out the registration form(s) here:
More Information & Registration form here.