Mindfulness practice for ages 18 and above, enhancing self-awareness

Sanyam

Awaken Inner Mastery.

Unlock the profound, timeless wisdom of yoga that transforms mind, body and soul.

Sanyam is the coming together of attention, meditation and pure joy.

This is an immersive journey into the heart of yogic wisdom, where ancient philosophy meets direct personal experience. You’ll explore the eight limbs of yoga not just as concepts, but as living practices that awaken the body, mind and spirit. At its core, this course invites you to move beyond intellectual understanding and into a space of embodied transformation.

The journey culminates in the powerful practice of samyama, a meditative synthesis that opens new dimensions of stillness, clarity and insight. Through this profound method, you’ll deepen your inner silence and unlock expanded states of consciousness.

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Experience the full integration of yoga. Discover a deeper connection to yourself as you learn to live and meditate from a space of presence, wholeness and inner freedom.

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Experience the full integration of yoga. Discover a deeper connection to yourself as you learn to live and meditate from a space of presence, wholeness and inner freedom.

Unlock the Magic Inside You

Upgrade your life with new techniques that lead to:

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Deepen Your Inner Experience

Go beyond theory and immerse yourself in the direct experience of yoga’s most subtle truths.

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Elevate Your Meditation Practice

Return home with advanced tools to enrich and sustain your daily meditation, taking it to a whole new level of depth and clarity.

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Explore the Mysteries of the Self

Peel back the layers of identity and perception to encounter the vast, unshakeable presence within you.

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Transcend Obstacles with Insight

Learn timeless techniques to rise above mental and emotional barriers, guiding you with clarity on the path of self-enquiry.

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Core Elements of the Sanyam Course

You’ll explore the eight limbs of yoga as described in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, the foundational text on yogic wisdom. Each day is thoughtfully crafted to offer not just knowledge, but a direct, transformative experience.

Yama: Cultivating mindful and ethical attitudes toward the external environment and others.

Niyama: Developing a harmonious and disciplined relationship with your inner self.

Asana: Practicing timeless physical postures to build strength, flexibility and balance.

Pranayama: Harnessing the power of breath to center the mind and energise the body.

Pratyahara: Withdrawing the senses inward to deepen self-awareness and focus.

Dharana: Cultivating steady concentration and mental control.

Dhyana: Entering a state of profound meditation, rest, and inner connection.

Samadhi: Experiencing the boundless nature of the self - a state of blissful, unified awareness.

Duration

5 days

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Mode

Online or in-person (residential and non-residential)

Fee

Varies depending on format

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Our techniques are backed by over 100 scientific studies and covered in top media publications

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Art of Living featured and recognized by CNN

“Life Changing”

Art of Living featured and recognized by Yoga Journal

“May be the fastest-growing spiritual practice on the planet”

Art of Living featured and recognized by Harvard Health Publishing

“Show promise in providing relief for depression”

Art of Living featured and recognized by The Washington Post

“Like Fresh Air to Millions”

What do participants say?

Sanyam participant Testimonial and what benefitted them from the course

“An essential course on the path”
My health, quality of mind, and emotional state have all been at a sustained high even weeks after completing the course. And better yet, I now have a sequenced set of knowledge and steps on how to keep it that way. The energy this has given me has also allowed me to repair damaged relationships and wholeheartedly commit to helping others around me.

Andrew S.
Sanyam participant

“Simply mind-blowing”
The combination of yoga and meditation made my mind and body feel more relaxed with sense of completion. The knowledge given on yoga and how to deal with the mind through the body was amazing to learn.

Vanitha T.
Sanyam participant

“Truly transformative”
Sanyam is the most beautiful course I have ever experienced. It brought me an immense amount of energy and enthusiasm. In the beginning, I had so many questions and complaints in life, but they all disappeared after the course. It was truly transformative and has inspired me to live a better life. I feel like I am born again.

Ketki M.
Sanyam participant

“Things holding me back seemed to evaporate”
I am feeling reborn after the course! Many things that were causing stress or holding me back seemed to evaporate after the weekend. I am able to enjoy small moments, be empathetic, and yet take on bigger challenges. I highly recommend it!

Rajesh A.
Sanyam participant

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to register for the Sanyam Programme?

The Sanyam Programme is an advanced, immersive experience designed for dedicated practitioners. To ensure you gain the most from this transformative journey, the following prerequisites must be met:

Completion of the Art of Living Part 1 and Part 2 course
Graduate and daily practitioner of Sahaj Samadhi Meditation
Physically fit to perform five rounds of Padmasadhana daily during the programme
Familiarity with the Patanjali Yoga Sutras (must have listened to the series - found on the Art of Living App)
Actively living by the Yamas and Niyamas - the foundational principles of yogic living

These prerequisites ensure that participants are well-prepared, both physically and mentally, for the depth and intensity of the Sanyam experience.

Do you need to consult a doctor before enrolling for the Sanyam Programme?

If you fulfil the prerequisites, you do not need to consult a doctor before enrolling in the Sanyam Programme. However, if you suffer from health conditions it is best to speak with a doctor before enrolling.

Are there scholarships available for the Sanyam Programme?

At this time, scholarships are not available for the Sanyam Programme. We understand that this may be a significant commitment. Many participants find the experience well worth the investment and choose to plan ahead to make it possible.

THE ART OF LIVING

Our Reach in Numbers

44 years

of service

180 countries

in over 10,000 cities

40,000+

instructors

800m+

people reached

THE FOUNDER OF THE ART OF LIVING

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Gurudev is a spiritual leader and ambassador of peace on a mission to create a society free of stress and violence. He is globally regarded for his contributions to human happiness and world peace.

He intuited the Sudarshan Kriya™, a breathing technique practiced by millions of people around the world. Its effects on sleep, immunity and overall well-being have been lauded by scientists and proven by empirical research around the world.

Sanyam

Awaken Inner Mastery.

Sanyam is the coming together of attention, meditation and pure joy.

Experience the full integration of yoga. Discover a deeper connection to yourself as you learn to live and meditate from a space of presence, wholeness and inner freedom.

Experience the full integration of yoga. Discover a deeper connection to yourself as you learn to live and meditate from a space of presence, wholeness and inner freedom.

Unlock the Magic Inside You

Deepen Your Inner Experience

Elevate Your Meditation Practice

Explore the Mysteries of the Self

Transcend Obstacles with Insight

Core Elements of the Sanyam Course

Duration

Mode

Fee

Our techniques are backed by over 100 scientific studies and covered in top media publications

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to register for the Sanyam Programme?

Do you need to consult a doctor before enrolling for the Sanyam Programme?

Are there scholarships available for the Sanyam Programme?

THE ART OF LIVING

Our Reach in Numbers

44 years

180 countries

40,000+

800m+

THE FOUNDER OF THE ART OF LIVING

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

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