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Join us for an extraordinary, transformative weekend
with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar – founder of the Art of Living Foundation and creator of the Sudarshan Kriya (SKY Breath Meditation) technique.

Gurudev will personally lead special course sessions on Sunday and Monday.

Learn from Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, a world-renowned expert who has been teaching meditation and breathing techniques since 1981, inspiring millions of people across the globe.

His vision of a world free from stress and violence has sparked a movement that now spans 182 countries.

As the founder of one of the world’s largest non-profit organizations – The Art of Living –
he has developed 56 programs and trained over 30,000 instructors.

The effectiveness of his techniques has been confirmed by over 100 independent scientific studies.

Honored with numerous civilian awards and 26 honorary doctorates,
Gurudev has spoken at the United Nations, the European Parliament, Harvard, and Yale.

During the Meditation & Breath Workshop
(also known as the Art of Living Course – Part 1):

You will learn powerful breathing techniques you can use every day — to boost your energy and focus, or to deeply release stress on the level of body, mind, and emotions.

You will experience three sessions of Sudarshan Kriya™ – one of the most researched breath and meditation techniques in the world, recognized and listed by the World Health Organization (WHO).

You’ll learn simple yet effective yoga practices that relax the body and restore vitality.

You’ll be introduced to a meditation practice that helps calm the stream of thoughts and brings a deep sense of inner peace.

You’ll receive practical materials and guidance to help you easily continue your practice at home.

You’ll gain valuable insights into the nature of the mind and emotions, empowering you to navigate life with greater ease and clarity.

Over 50 million people in 182 countries practice Sudarshan Kriya™ (SKY).

Art of Living programs are offered at more than 145 universities in the U.S. (including Harvard, Stanford, Yale, and MIT) and 47 universities across Europe.

Who is the course for?

Everyone over the age of 18 leading a dynamic life who needs to quickly destress with the set of techniques learned at the Part I Course and thereby handle more challenging situations in life calmly and even enthusiastically!

The techniques are especially useful for those who need to deal with daily responsibilities like taking care of a family, work, voluntary work or sports activities.

Course benefits

Recharge your batteries after intense periods in life. Learn how to destress on a daily basis at home. Develop emotional intelligence and leadership skills essential for successful family, working and social relationships. Get a deep introduction to Yoga, Breathing Techniques, Meditation and
Ancient Wisdom - you're now all set to develop in any or all of those areas with advanced Art of Living programs.

Breathing Techniques

Sudarshan Kriya™ – a powerful breathing technique that uses cyclical breathing patterns at varying rhythms to effectively reduce stress, induce a state of deep meditation, and bring harmony to the body, mind, and spirit. In addition, you’ll learn other breathing practices – energizing, calming, and breath-lengthening techniques – that you can easily integrate into your daily routine.

Yoga and Meditation

Simple, harmonizing yoga postures will strengthen your body and mind, while meditation will lead you into a state of deep relaxation.

Knowledge

Gain practical insights into the nature of the mind that make everyday life easier and more balanced. Yoga is more than just physical exercise – it’s also a way of looking at life. During the course, you’ll take part in interactive discussions and guided processes with the instructor and other participants.

Scientific Validation

Research conducted at Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and other leading institutions confirms the positive impact of SKY Breath Meditation on both mental and physical health.

Over 100 independent studies have demonstrated its effectiveness: Even a single SKY session increases brain waves associated with calmness and relaxation by 8%.
Cortisol levels (the stress hormone) drop by up to 60%, while pain perception decreases by 20%.
Sleep quality improves by 31%, and deep sleep duration triples.
After 4 weeks of regular practice, the sense of inner harmony rises by 37%.
Clinical anxiety levels decreased in 41% of patients who had previously not responded to therapy or medication.
Emotional regulation and interhemispheric coordination improve, supporting greater emotional stability.
Brain activity linked to focus, information processing, and awareness increases.
Depression symptoms lessen within just 15 days of regular practice, even among individuals resistant to medication.

Art of Living Part 1

Join us for the course in Poland!

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Art of Living Part 1

Join us for the course in Poland!To purchase your ticket, simply select the arrow corresponding to your country!

Teachers

Join us for the course in Poland!

To purchase your ticket, simply select the arrow corresponding to your country!