Uncover Your Deepest Longing — A Transformative Kriya Yoga Retreat of Stillness, Ritual, and Renewal

This Retreat is not just a pause from life—but a return to what is essential.

To experience true fulfillment—physically, psychologically, and emotionally—we must look beyond the surface and connect with the deepest part of our being: the level of spirit.

Beneath all of life’s experiences, there is a deeper longing—a quiet but persistent yearning to know: Who am I? Why am I? What am I here to do? What is this life all about? Until these questions are answered, a subtle restlessness lingers, an undercurrent that calls us toward something more.

This longing is not a problem to be solved but an invitation—one that leads us beyond the distractions and struggles of daily life and into direct experience of truth.

In this retreat, we will uncover this deep longing that is inherent in every human being. Together, we will journey to the depths of our being—not primarily through intellect, but through direct experience. We will explore how to fuel this longing until it burns so brightly that it dissolves all that stands in the way, bringing us into a state of profound ease, clarity, and awakening.

Activities:

Kriya Yoga: the multilayered techniques of Himalayan Kriya Yoga – involving movement, focused breathwork, mantras and mudras (sound and gestures) – are rarely found in Western yoga styles. These techniques go beyond physical movement to awaken higher consciousness, elevate energy, and inspire profound personal transformation. Our promise is to present them in a contemporary and approachable manner.

Guided Meditation: Meditation is an integral part of yoga. It supports and enhances all other yogic practices. Without it, other yogic practices cannot reach their optimal desired effects. Regardless of whether you are new to meditation or you are a seasoned practitioner, the techinque shared as taught in the Himalayan tradition is comprehensive and effective. 

Vedic Fire Ceremony “Yagya”: Yagyas (also called Havana, Homa or Agni Hotra) are Vedic fire ceremonies that have been used for thousands of years in the yogic tradition to gain intensity around an intention. Yagyas also support us to activate our inner fire, to burn up unresolved conflict and worries and to purify our energy and emotions. Working with a specific mantra in combination with the fire creates a certain elemental reverberation in you as well as in the environment. 

Wisdom Talk: Engage in a profound Satsang where ancient yogic wisdom meets modern life. These sessions are not just about learning but about awakening. Through inquiry and reflection, we dissolve existential restlessness, awakening to a clarity that is not learned but lived. This is not just knowledge—it is a shift in perception, an inner transformation that feeds the longing to truly know.

Further Activities: Forrest bathing, enjoying yummi soul nurishing food, relaxing at the Creek, personal time for reading, napping or connecting with fellow retreaters….

Who is this suitable for?

Whether you’re longing for a profound spiritual experience, or simply in need of real rest and reconnection, you’ll find space here to meet yourself more fully.

All practices are designed to be accessible and adaptable—regardless of yoga experience, mobility, or energy level. You’re encouraged to listen to your body and engage with what feels right for you. This is not about performance, but about presence.

What Past Participants Say:

Andreea Ignea Mock
“This retreat was absolutely wonderful and allowed me to reconnect with my heart and inner peace. It helped me realise that all the answers I seek already live within me. I felt so comfortable being myself, supported by the warmth and wisdom of the teachers and the beautiful sense of connection within the group.
Surrounded by nature, laughter, and meaningful moments, I experienced true clarity and renewal. I would wholeheartedly encourage anyone to join — it’s a deeply nourishing and transformative journey.”

Atma Steinhardt
“This retreat felt incredibly personal, as if it had been created just for me. Every detail was thoughtful, intentional, and filled with genuine care, and I could truly feel how much effort went into making the experience special.
The teachers inspired me through their authenticity and how deeply they live their practice. I felt seen, supported, and deeply grateful for the heartfelt energy that shaped the entire retreat. I would tell anyone considering it to say yes without hesitation — it’s a powerful, life-changing experience.”

Mirza Lugo
“This retreat felt magical and deeply renewing. I experienced a sense of peace throughout the entire weekend and loved how meaningful and intentional each activity was. The facilitators made everything easy to understand and truly helped me absorb their knowledge in a practical way.
From the energy of the place to the food and personal reflection time, everything felt perfectly aligned and nourishing. For me, this retreat was a powerful investment in myself and my well-being.”

Schedule:
*This is a tentative schedule and is subject to change

Day 1: Connecting to Your Deepest Longing

• 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm  Arrival & Check in
• 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm Opening Circle and Exploration into Mumukshutva (Sunskrit for Your Deepest Longing)
• 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Dinner
• 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Gentle Kriya Yoga practice to Calm the Nervous System and Settle in

Day 2: Igniting the Inner Flame

• 7:00 am – 7:30 am Guided Morning Meditation
• 8:00 am – 9:30 am Kriya Yoga Journey to Uncover your Deepest Longing
• 9:30 am – 10:30 pm Brunch
• 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Wisdom talk on the Traps of the Ego
• 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Lunch
• 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm Guided Forrest Walk with optional Waterfall Cleanse
• 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm Personal Time
• 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Dinner
• 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm Kirtan – Expressing Your Longing

Day 3: Nurturing the Flame

• 7:00 am – 7:30 am Guided Morning Meditation
• 8:00 am – 9:30 am Kriya Yoga Journey to Fuel your Deepest Longing
• 9:30 am – 10:30 pm Brunch
• 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Wisdom talk on Consciousness and Purpose
• 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Lunch
• 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm A Playful exploration of “the Game of Life”
• 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm Personal Time
• 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Dinner
• 7:45 pm – 8:45 pm Introduction to Vedic Fire Ceremony “Yagya”
• 8:45 pm – 9:45 pm Yagya

Day 4: Expanding the Fire

• 7:00 am – 7:30 am Guided Morning Meditation
• 8:00 am – 09:30 am Kriya Yoga Journey into Cosmic Consciousness
• 09:30 am – 10:30 am Brunch
• 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Sharing & Closing Circle
• 2:00 pm Check out

For more information, contact Svenja Bergmann at info@sanctuaryofpower.com.