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Beautifully structured course When I signed up for the Kirtan Course I had been leading kirtan for several years, had studied with some lovely teachers and yet felt something was missing. I had longed to dive deep into Mantra as well as develop my music skills. So, I decided to join the Kirtan Course at Radhadesh and was completely humbled by the experience. We were an intimate group of 12 students from around the globe and some came from as far as Argentina. There was a resident devotee who was able to advise us and answer any questions we had from

Authentic Yoga Teacher Training Course In case you haven’t noticed, yoga and particularly yoga teacher training courses have become the aerobics of the new millennia. But, there are very few authentic yoga teacher training courses available and a lot of research is required to find the right one. So, having practiced yoga for many years, I was delighted to learn that Bhaktivedanta College at Radhadesh would be holding their first 200-hour registered Yoga Teacher Training Course in June 2018. In addition, there was also a 6-week online Yoga Phi

Reflection – Day 1 Sacinandana Swami giving a brief overview of the teachings of the first day… A post shared by Sacinandana Swami (official) (@sacinandanaswamiofficial) on Jun 28, 2018 at 3:13pm PDT Reflection – Day 2 Sacinandana Swami gives a brief overview of what was being taught during day 2 of the Holy Name Retreat A post shared by Sacinandana Swami (official) (@sacinandanaswamiofficial) on Jun 29, 2018 at 3:48pm PDT Reflection – Day 3 Sacinandana Swami summarizes the teachings of Day 3 of the Holy Name Retreat in Radha

The featured on-site courses below offer students in-depth study in kirtan technique and japa meditation. We look forward to seeing you soon. Continue reading →

Bhaktivedanta College has invited them to record the online course which will be available in the next few months and we also thought that it would be wonderful if they can visit other places in Europe in person. Book your dates soon to not miss this opportunity! Continue reading →

Artists at all levels who want to connect with their creative and devotional sides, and experience bhakti through art, are welcome to attend the upcoming Transcendental Art Seminar at Bhaktivedanta College, Radhadesh. Continue reading →

  Read the Kirtan Blog: All about the kirtans This short film was made in Russia in October 2015, by a small team of filmmakers who are passionate about sharing the culture of bhakti yoga with the world. It was shot on location in Moscow and Sochi, and profiles Jahnavi Harrison, who grew up with bhakti yoga and serves in the capacity of a kirtan (devotional call and response chanting) leader. Producer: Shaktyavesha Avatara dasa Director of Photography: Raghunatha Prana dasa 2nd Camera: Hari Mohini dasi Additional Camera: Nityananda Rama dasa Po

The Kirtan Course students, along with the teacher Jahnavi Harrison, spread the holy names around a bonfire. Continue reading →

My favorite instrument is harmonium. Since coming home from the course, I continuously learn new melodies. I ask devotees who have mastered the art of kirtan to teach me new things all the time. I must admit, it’s not easy and it takes a lot of practice and dedication. Continue reading →