Retreat Schedule
Located at Paranitya Narasimha Ashram, Elmira, New York
FRIDAY OCTOBER 6 2023
2:00-4:30pm Arrival & Check In
4:30-6:00pm Dinner
6:00-7:00pm Bhakti Yoga Evening Vedic Rituals
7:15-7:45pm Dharma Talk with Swami Chidananda & Ashley Jade plus short meditation
7:45pm Free Time & Rest
SATURDAY OCTOBER 7 2023
7:00-8:00am Bhakti Yoga Morning Vedic Rituals
8:00-10:30am Mysore Practice with Ashley Jade
10:30-11:15am Free Time & Light Breakfast
11:15-1:30pm Bhagavad Gita Lecture & Discussion with Swami
1:30-2:30pm Lunch
2:30-4:30pm Free Time or Waterfall Hike
4:30-6:00pm Dinner
6:00-7:00pm Bhakti Yoga Evening Vedic Rituals
7:00pm Free Time, Meditation, Light Snacks & Rest
SUNDAY OCTOBER 8 2023
7:00-8:00am Bhakti Yoga Morning Vedic Rituals
8:00-10:30am Mysore Practice with Ashley Jade
10:30-11:15am Free Time & Light Breakfast
11:15-1:30pm Bhagavad Gita Lecture & Discussion with Swami
1:30-2:30pm Lunch
2:30-3:30pm Vedic Fire Ceremony
3:30pm Check Out, Optional Waterfall Hike
TUITION:
$350 Early Bird Price before September 6th 2023
$400 Regular Tuition
Includes shared dorm room (double occupancy), home made sattvic meals and snacks provided by the Ashram, Mysore Practice with Ashley, Lectures with Swami, and all listed activities.
Meet your Teachers
Ashley Jade
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher & Practitioner, Registered Nurse & Wellness Advocate, Spiritual Aspirant and Inspirational Leader.
Swami Chidananda
A true Spiritual educator and Monk who has spend the latter part of his life studying and teaching the Bhagavad Gita as well as introducing students to Vedic Philosophy and Bhakti Rituals.

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Getting here…
The Ashram is located at:
304 Demarest Parkway
Elmira New York 14905
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Ashram encourages a completely yogic (sattvic), plant based diet. Foods like meat, dairy, eggs and alcohol are not part of the Yogic Diet. Strong spices like garlic and onion are also frowned upon.
Vegan meals as well as coffee/tea will be provided. You can expect things like oatmeal, cereal, fruit, biscuits, lentil soups, curries, quinoa, tofu, and salads. A full menu will be provided to attendees and personal snacks are welcome as long as they are sattvic in nature.
If you have more questions about food or need special accommodations please reach out.
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The Ashram has modern electricity and facilities. You will be able to charge your cell phone and there are no restrictions on use outside of mysore practice and rituals/ceremonies.
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No, Ashtanga Yoga is for all levels of practitioners. Ashley will provide individualized teaching for each student.
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In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel, a 50% refund will be issued up until Sept 6th 2023. After that, we cannot offer any refunds. If you need to cancel, please contact Ashley ASAP to discuss other options, we want everyone to get the most out of their investment.
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An Ashram is a spiritual building, often inhabited by monks or Swamis and used for spiritual retreats & education.
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Bhakti Yoga is the yoga of devotion, which includes devotional chanting, singing, praying, and elaborate rituals using fire, incense, and ancient chants.
Vedic philosophy is an ancient body of knowledge based on the Vedas, the oldest texts known to man. These ancient tomes are studied by monks and scholars, and their practices live on today. These include the explanation of life and death and how to live in harmony with the world and the elements. They tell us what the universe is made of, how we can connect to the divine, and the importance of yoga.