KYRI Kundalini Yoga
Research Institute

Kundalini Workshop

In this workshop both theoretical and practical aspects of kundalini Sadhana are covered below:

(A) Theoretical Class

  • Definition- kundalini adho shakti & urdhva shakti, kundalini-Psycho-physiology concept, nadis in human beings, discusses about three main nadis.
  • The body- Physical, astral, mental, causal, Pancha Koshas (the five sheaths of consciousness).
  • Pranvayu, The energy Psychic centre, meaning & significance of chakras- Mooladhara, Swadhisthana, Manipura, Anahat, Vishuddhi, Ajna, Sahasrara) awakening and transformation.
  • Spanda in kundalini sadhana, shaktipat, Mantra Diksha.
  • Feature of kundalini awakening-Symptoms and signs, Precautions.
  • The side effect of kundalini awakening-psychological and physiological changes in body.
  • Preparation for Kundalini Sadhana — precautions, preparatory cleansing, balancing of techniques, mudras, bandhas, and pranayama.
  • Prana Shakti — Pranayama practices (Bhastrika, Kapalbhati, Nadi Shodhana, Ujjayi, Moorchha, Kevali).
  • Mudras & Bandhas — Moola Bandha, Ashwini Mudra, Uddiyana Bandha, Jalandhara Bandha, Shakti Chalini, Shanmukhi, Mahamudra, Vipareeta Karani, Shambhavi, Khechari, Unmani, Vajroli/Sahajoli, and Manduki Mudra.
  • Psychic Knots (Granthis) — Brahma Granthi, Vishnu Granthi, and Rudra Granthi in the context of Kundalini progression.
  • Awakening of Ajna (Third Eye) — Trataka, Shambhavi Mudra, Nasikagra Mudra, Nadi Shodhana, and Shashankasana.
  • Ajapa Japa (Soham meditation) and Bija Mantra practices.

(B) Practical Sessions

  • Ajna Chakra Awakening — OM chanting, Trataka, Shambhavi Mudra, Shashankasana.
  • Mooladhara Chakra Awakening — Ashwini Mudra, Moola Bandha, Nasikagra Trataka.
  • Swadhisthana Chakra Awakening — Ashwini Mudra, Vajroli / Sahajoli Mudra.
  • Manipura Chakra Awakening — Agnisara Kriya, Uddiyana Bandha, Nauli.
  • Anahata Chakra Awakening — Bhramari Pranayama, Ujjayi Pranayama, heart meditation.
  • Vishuddhi Chakra Awakening — Jalandhara Bandha, Khechari Mudra, Japa Dhyana.
  • Capsule Practices — Chakra Dhyana, Chakra Shuddhi, Bija Mantra Sanchalana, Sushumna Darshana, Nada Chetana.

About the Workshop

  • Duration: 3 to 4 days (2 hours daily, morning or evening).
  • Schedule: Conducted around sunrise or sunset.
  • Eligibility: Open to sincere seekers who are physically and mentally fit, ideally aged 25+ with basic prior experience in Hatha Yoga.
  • Diet: Pure sattvic and mitahara (mindful moderation) diet throughout the workshop.
  • Accommodation: Ashram grounds are dedicated to sadhana; nearby guest lodging and dormitory rooms are available at Nehru Yuva Kendra (opposite Nibu Park, Chowk).
  • Registration: Prior registration recommended at least 15–30 days in advance.
  • Batch Size: Individual one-on-one sessions or intimate groups (maximum 5 participants).
  • Participation Contribution: ₹3,000 for Indian participants; US $250 for international participants.