Weekend Amrita Yoga Retreat

Sat - Sun, May 3rd - 4th
May 3, 2025 6:00am to May 4, 2025 2:00pm 

Register for our two-day Amrita Yoga retreat with Amrita Yoga instructors Jagruti, Devika, and Punita. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/tjod22ceNkAwJhreA

Once you register, please pay your registration fee of $108 per participant herePlease note, dorm-style accommodations are available for $35 per night (not included in fees). Kindly contact macclodging@macenters.org for assistance with booking accommodations.

Amrita Yoga & Amma
Amrita Yoga is a sacred school of yoga born from Amma’s Sankalpa (divine intention), inspired by her unconditional love and selfless service to humanity. Developed under Amma’s direct guidance, it is led by her monastic disciple, Brahmacharini Shobha, together with a dedicated team of Amrita Yoga teachers. Rooted in a holistic approach to well-being, Amrita Yoga emphasizes awareness with heart-centered intention. We invite you to deepen your spiritual journey and open your heart to this sacred path of Bhakti—the infinite love of our true nature.

Devika, Punita and Jagruti, three experienced Amrita Yoga instructors who also spend considerable time teaching in Amritapuri, will guide you during these two days of the Amrita Yoga course on the beautiful serene grounds of Amma's MA Center Chicago. Here's the schedule:
 

Saturday, May 3, 2025

6:00-7:15am – Archana (devotional chanting) in the Satsang Hall (optional)
7:15-7:30am - Chai (Satsang Hall)
7:30–8:00am - Welcome to Amrita Yoga (Event Hall)
8:00-9:00am - Amrita Yoga Session (Event Hall)
9:00–10:00am - Breakfast (Satsang Hall)
10:00–10:45am - Introductions (Event Hall)
10:45–11:15am – Nature Walk
11:30–1:00pm – Amrita Yoga Session (Event Hall)
1:00–2:00pm – Lunch (Satsang Hall)
2:00–2:30pm – Class Activity (Event Hall)
2:30–3:45pm – Amrita Yoga Session (Event Hall)
4:00pm – Chai, Bhajans in the Satsang Hall (optional)
6:00pm - Dinner

Sunday, May 4, 2025

6:00-7:15am – Archana (Satsang Hall) (optional)
7:15-7:30am - Chai (Satsang Hall)
7:30–8:30am – Amrita Yoga Session (Event Hall)
8:30–9:00am – Breathing Awareness Session (Event Hall)
9:00–10:00am - Breakfast (Satsang Hall)
10:00–10:45am – Meditation and Talk Online with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana (Event Hall)
11:00–11:30am – Amrita Yoga Handout Review
11:30–12:30pm – Amrita Yoga Session
12:30–1:00pm – Closing with feedback from participants
1:00– 2:00pm - Lunch

Saturday
Apr
26
10:00am - 12:00pm
A special Sarva Amriteswari Puja will be performed by Pujarini Vaju at MA Center Chicago on Saturday, April 26, at 10 am. Amriteshwari (Goddess of Immortality) symbolizes the Divine Mother as the source of eternal bliss and spiritual liberation. In the context of Amma, Amriteshwari reflects her... more ›
Saturday
Apr
26
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Amma says, "Bhajans are prayers in the form of songs, rich in meaning and full of devotional content." The MACC Bhajan Class meets virtually on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 2:30 to 3:45 pm. This class is offered for those who wish to learn bhajans and study devotional songs and... more ›
Saturday
Apr
26
3:00pm - 4:00pm
"A river that flows through many branches will not have a powerful current. If the branches are redirected and the river is redirected to flow only through the main stream, the force of the current will increase greatly. It may even be possible to generate electricity from such a strong current.... more ›
Saturday
Apr
26
4:00pm - 7:30pm
 Amma says, "Satsang has the power to turn our minds towards good thoughts. Children, don't waste any opportunity to participate in satsang." Join us for our weekly satsang with Swami Dayamritananda Puri, starting with group archana at 4PM CT, followed by meditation and bhajans with Swamjii, arati... more ›
Sunday
Apr
27
6:00am - 8:30am
"The silence that we acquire through prayer and meditation helps us find peace and true happiness in this noisy world." ~Amma Join us for a Silent Sunday Morning with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana, starting with archana in the MA Center Chicago satsang hall at 6am, followed by chanting the... more ›
Sunday
Apr
27
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a group viewing of a Rama television series in the MA Center Chicago satsang hall on Sunday at 2 pm CT (except the first Sunday of every month, which is dedicated to... more ›
Sunday
Apr
27
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join the MA Center Chicago knitting and crocheting group to help people in need of warm hats, scarves, and more. The group meets from 3PM to 5PM on the second and fourth Sunday of each month in the South Lodge Community Room.  All skill levels are welcome, and if you are unable to attend the... more ›
Saturday
May
03
10:30am - 12:00pm
Location: South Lodge Community Room at MA Center Chicago Join us Saturday mornings for an open yoga class with simple, gentle Amrita Yoga postures/asanas. No prior experience or training in Amrita Yoga is necessary.  "The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any... more ›
Saturday
May
03
2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Amrita Book Club of North America gives participants an opportunity to dive more deeply into Amma’s teachings. The club meets twice a month on the first and third Saturdays from 2 pm to 3 pm via Zoom to explore Amma’s books and books written by Amma's senior disciples. All are welcome to attend... more ›
Saturday
May
03
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Amrita Bala Kendra (ABK) passes on Amma’s teachings to children through fun and engaging activities such as stories, bhajans, arts and crafts, celebration of festivals and service projects. ABK focuses on values, multi cultural traditions, and spiritual practices.  ABK is held in-person in the MA... more ›

All are welcome to join the ashram residents for daily spiritual practices in the satsang hall:

WHITE FLOWER MEDITATION

Sunday through Friday at 5:50 pm (starts with 10-minute silent Ma Om meditation)

Amma requests everyone to regularly practice this meditation once or twice a day for the benefit of the entire world. Join us live or via Zoom: https://bit.ly/maccmed 

Meeting ID: 828 7832 9402

Passcode: 092753

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EVENING BHAJANS

Sunday-Friday at 6:30 pm (in-person only)

  • Guru Stotram chanting
  • Bhajans (devotional singing)
  • Closing prayers and arati