“Jaya Rāma!” cried Hanumān, as he remembered who he truly was, discovered the strength that had always lived within him, and leapt across the ocean in search of Sītā.

heART of Bhakti - Hanumān’s Journey is the next chapter of the foundational heART of Bhakti training, created for all the brave hearts who feel called to dive one step deeper into the practice of Bhakti - the yoga of the heart.

Our muse for this journey will be the Rāmāyaṇa, one of the great epics of ancient India. Through storytelling, mantra recitation, chanting, and yoga āsana practice, we will bring its teachings to life and explore some of humanity’s oldest questions:

What does it mean to live with courage and integrity? How do we recognise and follow our dharma, our path of right action, when faced with difficult choices? How do we find our inner strength when confronted with seemingly impossible challenges? What can we learn about love, loyalty, and devotion? And how can we turn our everyday actions into offerings of the heart?

Each day will begin with a two-hour long Sadhana (practice). A Hanuman Chalisa philosophy/recitation session follows, and after a nourishing homemade lunch comes harmonium practice taught in a simple, accessible, and encouraging way. Then we will learn traditional Indian Bhajans-devotional chants led by Sai, an Indian yoga teacher, and close with evening kirtan & Ramayana storytelling.

This is an invitation to step beyond the familiar, reconnect with your inner strength, and discover what becomes possible when we walk our path with courage, live in alignment with dharma, and act from a place of love and devotion.

FAQ

What is the Hanuman Chalisa?

The Hanuman Chalisa is a devotional hymn of 40 verses dedicated to Hanumān, composed by the 16th-century poet-saint Tulsidas. It celebrates Hanumān's courage, strength, wisdom, humility, and unwavering devotion to Rāma. Recited and sung by millions of people, it is one of the most beloved devotional texts in the Bhakti tradition. During our training, we will explore its meaning, stories, and teachings, and learn to recite and chant it together.

Do I need to bring my own harmonium?

Not necessarily. There will be a couples instruments available which you can borrow.I f you own a harmonium though, please bring it along. You can also buy a harmonium through Sara.

I have not attended heART of Bhakti part 1 (Ganesha's Journey), can I still join?

Yes! The only pre-requisite is to have soma basic harmonium experience, as we will not cover harmonium basics in this course.

Wednesday

• 13:00 Arrival

• 14:00-16:00 Welcome & Introductory lecture

• 16:00-17:00 Kirtan

Thursday

• 8:00-10:00 Sadhana

• 10:00-10:30 Break

• 10:30-12:00 Hanuman Chalisa recitation & philosophy

• 12:00-13:00 Lunch

• 13:00-14:30 Harmonium

• 14:30-15:30 Bhajans with Sai

• 15:30-17:00 Kirtan & Ramaya Storytelling

Friday

• 8:00-10:00 Sadhana

• 10:00-10:30 Break

• 10:30-12:00 Hanuman Chalisa recitation & philosophy

• 12:00-13:00 Lunch

• 13:00-14:30 Harmonium

• 14:30-15:30 Bhajans with Sai

• 15:30-17:00 Kirtan & Ramaya Storytelling

Saturday

• 8:00-10:00 Sadhana

• 10:00-10:30 Break

• 10:30-12:00 Hanuman Chalisa recitation & philosophy

• 12:00-13:00 Lunch

• 13:00-14:30 Harmonium

• 14:30-15:30 Bhajans with Sai

• 15:30-17:00 Kirtan & Ramaya Storytelling

Sunday

• 8:00-10:00 Sadhana

• 10:00-10:30 Break

• 10:30-12:00 Hanuman Chalisa recitation & philosophy

• 12:00-13:00 Lunch

• 13:00-15:00 Kirtan & Graduation

Our training will be located in the outskirts of Prague (Sfera Prostor in Lipence). You are welcome to book your own hotel/AirBnB or claim one of the 10 beds available here (shared room, shared showers, breakfast included). 

If you wish to stay at the training centre you can check in on Wednesday early afternoon and check out on Sunday (no option to arrive earlier or stay longer). The price would be EUR 200 for 4 nights incl. breakfast.  The light breakfast will be served at 7am.

If you will be staying at your own acommodation you can easily take Uber to the training location.

Lunch is included, as well as light snacks like fruits and nuts. Those who are staying at the training centre also have breakfast included. You can use communal kitchen and fridge to cook your own dinner. Both food and grocery delivery services deliver to the training centre.

All bookings are final. If you cannot join us for any reason you can send someone else in your place. We will also help you find a replacement, shall you not be able to join us. If we find a replacement for you, you will receive the course fee back except the deposit which is non-refundable.

Jenny N.

Dear Sara!

Thank you so much for this beautiful bhakti weekend 🫶!

I loved the full package of practicing together in the morning, already watering our souls with tears while singing together at the end of the classes, having the most nourishing brunch, playing and especially learning how to play the harmonium in the afternoon at first and then diving deep in bhakti yoga philosophy and eventually singing and playing together in the kirtan evening 💛! It was awesomly arranged and perfectly organized 🥰!

Can't wait to practice the mantras on the harmonium and use it in classes when I feel ready 🫶! Thanks for your grounded and at the same time up-lifting approach of teaching and for empowering, reminding and showing us that we find everything we need within 🙏

Viktoria F.

I attended the (he)art of Bhakti training, because I wanted to learn more mantras and also about the philosophy. I wasn't keen on learning how to play the harmonium - should've just been a nice side activity for me. Turned out - that I unlocked a new passion. I love to play the harmonium and chant mantras by myself now almost every day.

Spending these three days with so many kind and loving people, in such an beautiful atmosphere was such a great experience. It still gives me energy, when I think about it.

I would recommend it to everyone who wants to learn about yogic philosophy, chanting mantras, learn how to play the harmonium or wants to have a great weekend with great people that makes you just love your life even more.

Jessica A.

This Bhakti training was truly incredible and far exceeded my expectations. I learned so much, and I was deeply impressed by the way the teachings were shared. Sarah offered such profound knowledge with a clarity and warmth that made everything feel accessible and meaningful.

The practices were rich, powerful, and deeply moving. In this training, I felt something that can’t quite be described in words; something I’ve been seeking for years, and it found me the moment I surrendered. It was one of the most beautiful feelings I’ve ever experienced; a huge realization, a missing piece to the puzzle. Something within me awakened and aligned.

This journey reminded me why I practice yoga, and reconnected me with my purpose both on and off the mat. It brought me back to my purest essence. I had a profound and spiritual experience; and I feel wholeheartedly that Bhakti is the path I am meant to follow and embody. This training felt like a beautiful and loving initiation into that devotion, and I am so grateful for it.

Paulina C.

In just a few words I can only say I’m infinitely grateful for being able to have this experience.

For me, you are someone that really embodies what you share and all your wisdom so everything felt more natural and nourishing coming from you. For a long time Bhakti yoga has been on my mind, I knew what it was, I saw you and other people I admire too practicing and I felt deeply called but thought it was not really for me.

Now, after the training and that weekend together, I not only know what Bhakti is, I know what it feels like and although there are no words, I can say it has connected me with myself, God, and the beauty of Life more than any other practice. It’s been easy to practice and love it. The way you taught it to us, just made me get into it and I’m becoming more and more addicted to it. Looking forward to continue learning from you again in the future.