Football, basketball, hockey… The list of team activities is a never-ending one. Yoga is a self-discipline: even when practicing in a group, you still need to focus on yourself. The Bhakti Festival is an opportunity to share a space with like-minded people who can join you. At the same time, you won’t disturb each other.
This year, the Bhakti Festival will be held at the end of June in Villa Vrindavana, Italy. Now, you should know the whole event is not only about meditation. There is much more to think of and learn about if you decide to attend the event.
The Bhakti Festival has its origins in 2012. One of its founders is ISKCON Villa Vrindavana, a Vaishnava center. It hosts seminars and courses which are dedicated to spiritual reconnection between humans and nature. Another founder of the Bhakti Festival is Yogendra, the leading Samadhi yoga school in Florence.
The purpose of the festival is to attract more tourists to Villa Vrindavana, so they learn about yoga, try it out, and join the community. Some of the following yoga principles will be studied at the Bhakti Festival.
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Yoga is about diversity
Don’t imagine the Bhakti Festival is simply a space for the meditaions. All those wishing to learn about different styles of yoga or related practices may do so.
On Aerial Yoga, the experts will lift you up in the air, using special bandages. Floating in the air, you may feel an acrobat.
Hatha Yoga will give you an understanding of yoga as given in the sacred book of the Gita.
Anukalana Vinyasa is a healing yoga practice… and these are just a few suggestions to help you decide what you want to do. Train your body, relax and release your fears, learn about the spiritual part of yoga. There is a suitable course for everyone.
Yoga is about healing your soul and training your body
People who are practicing yoga usually live longer and stay fit even with age. It happens because they train their bodies to age slowly and with grace. There are many types of yoga that challenge human bodies to surpass their abilities.
For instance, on DanzAria you will test your stamina by hanging on the steel rings.
Prema Viniasa is another masterclass aimed at personal growth. The purpose is to leave your comfort zone and work on all the issues that bother you.
Yoga is about unity with others and yourself
Regardless of whether you want to exercise in a group or concentrate on yoga alone, the Bhakti festival has activities for both groups.
For instance, Hatha Yoga will allow a group of people to use each other’s company to come to peace together. This exercise allows you to find a way to yourself. Some other practices are to sustain one’s inner peace, or unite some people.
Yin-Yang Alkimiyoga is a group exercise, allowing people to practice Yin and Yang exercises together. If you feel that you need something slightly more individual, pick a meditation course.
Yoga is about spiritual matters
According to the practices of Hinduism, chakras, or the main energy points in your body, are very important for every human being. There are seven main chakras, believed to be a sustaining part of your body and mind. Some sources say it’s five chakras.
At the Bhakti festival, you can learn more about chakras. One of the key events, dedicated to spiritualism, is the introduction to essential oils, according to five layers of your being. You can choose a basic or an intermediate course to complete, learn about the esoteric meaning of yoga, and the practical ways in which your chakras can be helpful for your personal development.
Yoga is about dance
Dance is believed to be one of the most creative ways to express yourself—and the Bhakti Festival is preaching this motto. Visitors to the festival can learn different styles of dance. Emotional Bollywood dances are one of them.
The connection between yoga and dance is undeniable. Both preach freedom, movement, and express a dancer’s attitude. One of the workshops is called Aware Dynamics between Yoga and Dance. For almost two hours, all the guests could take part in an experimental class. It includes improvisation, practical lessons, which help to find harmony. This workshop does not require participants to demonstrate any special skills in dance; the only thing that matters is their desire to participate, learn, and create.
Further details
The Bhakti Festival welcomes everybody to this festival of freedom and peace for free. The event takes place between the 24th and 26th of June on the hills of Tuscany. The program is still updated.
