The heART of Bhakti Śiva-Śakti Bhakti is an immersive introduction into the yoga of devotion. Through chanting, sacred storytelling, the study of ancient texts, and yoga asana practice, you’ll be guided into the heart of what Bhakti truly is: a felt experience of connection. I like to see Bhakti as a path that teaches us to cultivate a loving and trusting relationship with life itself.

How would it feel to move through your days with more gratitude and ease? How would it feel to let life carry you like a current rather than constantly swimming against the tide?

Each day begins with a two-hour morning practice weaving together asana, chanting, and meditation. A philosophy session follows, and after a nourishing homemade lunch, we split into two groups (beginner & intermediate) for harmonium practice taught in a simple, accessible, and encouraging way. We close each day by chanting our hearts out in evening kirtan & storytelling session.

Why “ART” of Bhakti?

Because Bhakti, like poetry, devotion, or love is not a science. It is art. You can study it, but its essence can only be felt. We chant these mantras and tell these ancient stories so that their meaning can be experienced in the body and the heart, not just understood in the mind.

Throughout the training, you’ll deepen your understanding of yogic philosophy. We’ll explore the main currents of Bhakti in India and learn about Vaishnava, Shaiva, and Shakta traditions. You’ll get to know the stories, symbolism, and teachings of beloved deities such as Hanuman, Ganesha, Lakshmi, Durga, Krishna, and others.

Note: You do not need to bring your own harmonium. several instruments will be provided for use during the training. If you do have your own harmonium, please bring it along.

Wednesday

• 13:00 Arrival

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

• 16:00-17:00 Kirtan

Thursday

• 8:00-10:00 Sadhana (asana, chanting, meditation)

• 10:00-10:30 Break

• 10:30-12:00 Anatomy of Devotion

• 12:00-13:00 Lunch

• 13:00-15:00 Harmonium

• 15:00-16:00 Voice Activation

• 16:00-17:00 Kirtan

Friday

• 8:00-10:00 Sadhana (asana, chanting, meditation)

• 10:00-10:30 Break

• 10:30-12:00 Shiva Bhakti

• 12:00-13:00 Lunch

• 13:00-15:00 Harmonium

• 15:00-16:00 Bhajans with Sai

• 16:00-17:00 Kirtan

Saturday

• 8:00-10:00 Sadhana (asana, chanting, meditation)

• 10:00-10:30 Break

• 10:30-12:00 Shakti Bhakti

• 12:00-13:00 Lunch

• 13:00-15:00 Harmonium

• 15:00-15:30 Break

• 15:30-17:00 Kirtan

Sunday

• 8:00-10:00 Sadhana (asana, chanting, meditation)

• 10:00-10:30 Break

• 10:30-12:00 Harmonium Practice

• 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.