Two Transformative Integral Yoga Retreat Days
Explore Branches of Integral Yoga
Saturday, March 21 | 9:00am β 4:30pm
Attend In-Person or Virtually
Integral Yoga teaches that true spiritual growth unfolds when we harmonize body, mind, heart, and hands. This special retreat offers a full-day immersion into the six classical branches of Yoga β giving participants a practical, experiential understanding of how they beautifully interrelate.
Throughout the day, you will be guided through practice, reflection, service, and devotion in a supportive and uplifting environment.
πΏ Morning Practice (9:00am)
Padma Maria Carmichael will lead an integrated session including:
β’ Hatha Yoga
β’ Pranayama
β’ Meditation
β’ Deep Relaxation
This grounding experience prepares body and mind for a full day of study and reflection.
πΏ Mid-Morning Exploration (11:00am)
Margabandhu will guide a thoughtful discussion on:
β’ Karma Yoga β the Yoga of selfless service
β’ Bhakti Yoga β the Yoga of devotion and love
Discover how these paths transform daily life into spiritual practice.
πΏ Sacred Nourishment (12:30pm)
Rev. Premajyothi will offer a lovingly prepared vegan lunch, beginning with a traditional meal prayer β honoring food as prasad and nourishment for body and spirit.
(Virtual participants will be invited to prepare a simple meal at home and join the blessing.)
πΏ Living the Teaching (1:30pm)
Participants will engage in a Karma Yoga activity, led by Rev. Premajyothi β putting philosophy into action through mindful service.
πΏ Afternoon Wisdom (2:30pm)
Rev. Premajyothi will lead discussion on:
β’ Raja Yoga β the path of meditation and mastery of the mind
β’ Jnana Yoga β the path of self-inquiry and wisdom
Explore how these teachings offer clarity, peace, and inner freedom.
πΏ Devotional Closing (4:00pm)
The day concludes with Kirtan and Meditation, uniting hearts in sacred sound and silence.
πΏ 4:30pm Closing Blessing
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This retreat is appropriate for:
β’ Dedicated practitioners
β’ Teacher trainees
β’ Those new to Integral Yoga
β’ Anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Yoga beyond asana
Come for one branch⦠Leave understanding the Tree.
βYoga is not a religion. It is a science β a science of well-being, a science of youthfulness, a science of integrating body, mind, and spirit.βΒ Β Β β Swami Satchidananda
Pranayama Retreat Day
Breath is life. Breath is energy. Breath is the bridge between body and mind.
On Saturday, April 18, the Integral Yoga Institute, Fair Lawn offers a full-day retreat dedicated to Pranayama β the conscious regulation of the breath to purify, energize, and steady the mind.
Rooted in the teachings of Swami Satchidananda, this retreat provides both practice and understanding, allowing participants to deepen safely and meaningfully.
With a similar schedule as first Retreat day, this Day you will experience:
β Guided Pranayama sessions
β Meditation and Hatha Yoga preparation
β Extended breath practices
β Theory and yogic philosophy behind Pranayama
β A nourishing vegan lunch with traditional meal blessing
β Karma Yoga in action
β Kirtan and a guided meditation
The afternoon discussion will explore:
β’ What prana truly is
β’ How breath affects the nervous system
β’ The relationship between pranayama and meditation
β’ How to practice safely and progressively
β’ The deeper spiritual purpose of breath regulation
Participants may attend in person or virtually. Virtual attendees will receive guidance for safe home participation.
βThe breath is the link between the body and the mind. If you control the breath, you can control the mind.β β Swami Satchidananda
Ideal for:
β’ Dedicated practitioners
β’ Teacher trainees
β’ Those wishing to deepen meditation
β’ Anyone seeking greater calm, vitality, and clarity
Come refine the breath β and experience the stillness beyond it.
Registration & Investment
Single Retreat Pricing
β’ In-Person: $95
β’ Virtual: $75
Attend Both Retreat Days & Save
β’ In-Person (Both Days): $175
β’ Virtual (Both Days): $125
Space is limited for in-person attendance. Early registration is encouraged.
Speakers
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Margabandhu MartaranoE-RYT-500Margabandhu Martarano has served as Director of the New Jersey IYI, at the request of Sri Swami Satchidananda, for over 50 years. Margabandhu is a Senior Certified Integral Yoga Instructor, proficient in all aspects of Yoga, having learned directly from Swami Satchidananda in the early years. He currently sits on the Integral Yoga Teachers Council and is sought after for his opinion and advice on many topics yoga and health related. His long term focus and present concern is teaching Pranayama for health of body and mind as well as nutrition, cleansing techniques and understanding all the benefits of an Integral Yoga hatha class.
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Rev. Premajyothi DeviE-RYT-500
Rev. Premajyothi Devi is a certified Integral Yoga Instructor for Meditation, Cardiac, Childrenβs, Pre-natal, Post-Partum, Raja Yoga as well as Beginner and Intermediate Hatha Yoga. Premajyothi also is a certified Basic Yoga Teacher Trainer, helping to offer the great teachings of Integral Yoga to the next generation of yoga teachers. On August 19, 2006, she deepened her commitment to Sri Swami Satchidananda and the teachings of Integral Yoga, and became an Integral Yoga Minister. She is available for Weddings, Memorial Services, House Blessings, Baby Blessings, Ecumenical Services, Spiritual Counseling, and wherever the universal teachings of yoga are requested.
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Padma Maria CarmichaelQHHT
Padma Maria Carmichael, is certified by the Integral Yoga Institute to teach Beginner and Intermediate Yoga as well as Meditation, having shared her expertise and passion for yoga for more than 15 years. Maria has extensive experience teaching yoga to autistic and special needs children. She is a Level Two Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT) practitioner, a reiki master and certified in massage therapy, acupressure, neuromuscular therapy, craniosacral therapy and reflexology.
