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February 2025 Newsletter


Dear Friends,
OM !

We hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits!

Looking back on the past months, our hearts are filled with gratitude for the wonderful and enriching Satsang season at the Ajatananda Ashram, which took place from October to November 2024. We were also delighted to connect with many of you during the online Satsang on 8 November.

On 7 December, we hosted a special online event in honour of Swami Abhishiktananda (1910–1973), commemorating the 51st anniversary of his Mahasamadhi (Great Departure). This meaningful occasion also marked the launch of the newly revised and updated edition of his extraordinary biography, written by James Stuart and edited by Swami Atmananda.

To conclude 2024 beautifully, we gathered in France, near Lyon, for our biannual one-day Sangha meeting, held in the inspiring setting of the Buddhist centre Les Grandes Terres.

As 2025 unfolds, our programmes have already begun, and we were delighted to welcome many of you to our 10-day Satsang, from 17 to 26 January, at the Feet of the sacred mountain Arunachala in Tiruvannamalai (Tamil Nadu).

We are now back at the Ajatananda Ashram, on the holy banks of the Ganges in North India, from where we will host an online event, on 8 February, followed by our three-week daily Open Satsang from 15 February to 5 March ending with a three-day intensive Satsang Retreat, from 2 to 5 March.

As for our forthcoming online events and European programme, please see our agenda down below. We are happy to announce that, in response to many requests, the Assisi Retreat will again take place this year from 12 to 16 December!

We look forward to seeing you soon in India, in Europe… or online!

With heartfelt wishes,
The Ajatananda Ashram Team

 

 

Satsang Schedule (2025): An Overview

Winter/Spring

Online Satsang

8 Feb
SatsangRishikesh (online)

Satsangs and Retreat in North India

15 Feb – 5 Mar
Open SatsangsRishikesh (Uttarakhand)
2 – 5 Mar
Satsang RetreatRishikesh (Uttarakhand)

Online Satsangs

15 Mar
SatsangRishikesh (online)
12 Apr
SatsangRishikesh (online)

Satsangs and Intensives in Europe

8 MaySangha DayFrancheville (France)
15-16-17 MaySatsangsGlastonbury (UK)
22 – 24 MayOpen Satsangs and Satsang IntensiveLondon (UK)
30 May – 1st JuneTalk and SeminarParis (France)
7 JuneSatsang IntensiveBrussels (Belgium)
13 – 15 June
Talk and SeminarBucharest (Romania)
25 June
Open SatsangBrussels (Belgium)
5-6 July
Open SatsangsÓrgiva (Spain)

 

Autumn

Online Satsangs

20 Sep
SatsangRishikesh (online)
4 Oct
SatsangRishikesh (online)

Satsangs and Retreat in North India

18 Oct – 5 NovOpen SatsangsRishikesh (Uttarakhand)
2 – 5 NovSatsang RetreatRishikesh (Uttarakhand)

Online Satsang

8 Nov
SatsangRishikesh (online)


Retreat and Satsangs in Europe

12 – 16 Dec
International RetreatAssisi (Italy)
20 Dec
Sangha DayFrancheville (France)

 

 

Satsangs and Retreats

All event times are given in local time.

PLEASE NOTE: The opening of the registration for each event will be announced here and by e-mail to our Newsletter subscribers.

Online Satsang


8 Feb 2025

Satsang
9:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
(IST — Rishikesh)

5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
(CET — Paris, Brussels, Barcelona)

4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
(GMT — London)

See other time zones here


Registration is required to participate in this programme along with a sincere commitment to abide by the three rules of online etiquette.

Event in:
French

With simultaneous translation in:
English

 

Past Event

 

Satsangs and Retreat in North India

Rishikesh – Ajatananda Ashram


Please note: the Lakshman Jhula bridge is closed due to construction work and therefore any accommodation (guesthouses or hotels) on the other side of the Ganges is not recommended. It is better to stay on the Tapovan side.

15 Feb – 5 Mar 2025

Daily Open Satsang
4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
(except Thursdays and Fridays)

Daily Open Meditation
7 p.m. – 7:50 p.m.
(except Thursdays and Fridays and during the Retreat)

Daily Open Hatha Yoga Class
8:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
(except Thursdays and Fridays and during the Retreat)

Registration is not required to participate in these programmes.

Events in:
English

 

 

2-5 Mar 2025

Non-residential Satsang Retreat
From Sun 2 Mar, 7 p.m. (introduction) to Wed 5 Mar, 9 p.m.

Registration is required to participate in this programme.

Event in:
English

 

Past Event

 

The Ganges nearby the Ashram in Tapovan, Rishikesh (India)

Online Satsangs


15 Mar 2025

Satsang
9:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
(IST — Rishikesh)

5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
(CET — Paris, Brussels, Barcelona)

4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
(GMT — London)

See other time zones here


Registration is required to participate in this programme along with a sincere commitment to abide by the three rules of online etiquette.

Event in:
English

With simultaneous translation in:
French

 

Past Event

 

 

 


12 Apr 2025

Satsang
8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
(IST — Rishikesh)

5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
(CET — Paris, Brussels, Barcelona)

4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
(GMT — London)

See other time zones here


Registration is required to participate in this programme along with a sincere commitment to abide by the three rules of online etiquette.

Event in:
French

With simultaneous translation in:
English

 

Past Event

 

 

 
Satsangs and Intensives in Europe

Francheville (France)


8 May 2025 – Les Grandes Terres

Sangha Day
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Registration is required to participate in this programme.

Event in:
French

The Sangha Day takes place twice a year in France and emphasizes the importance of the sangha (community of spiritual seekers).
All those who feel an inner connection with Swami Ji’s teachings are welcome to participate. These Sangha Days invite a certain commitment to practice and are reserved for those who have already participated in at least one Satsang with Swami Atmananda.

Organized by Les Amis d’Ajatananda Ashram association.

Venue: Les Grandes Terres, Chemin du Grand Moulin, 69340 Francheville (near Lyon)
Contact: amis.ajatananda@gmail.com

 

Past Event

 

Gampopa Hall – Les Grandes Terres, Francheville (France)

 


Glastonbury (UK)


15-16-17 May 2025 – Sambogaya

Satsangs
7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
(Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

Registration is required to participate in these programmes.

Events in:
English

With simultaneous translation in:
French

Organized by Non-Duality Avalon.

Venue: Sambogaya, Dod Lane, Glastonbury, BA68BZ (UK)

Accommodation: A few rooms are available at Sambogaya. Reservations should not be made via Airbnb but by email or phone: info@sambogaya.org or 0044 (0) 7988 495893. Please mention that you will be taking part in the satsangs, as these rooms have been reserved exclusively for the participants.

For any queries, please contact Adam at: nondualityavalon@mail.com

Please note: It is important to reserve your place quickly. Indeed, the venue cannot accommodate more than the maximum number of participants authorised according to safety standards. Once the limit has been reached, you will be added to a waiting list and kept informed of any cancellations. Moreover, we advise you to book your tickets before your accommodation to guarantee your place.

 

Past Event

 

Sambogaya – Glastonbury (United Kingdom)

 


London (UK)


22-24 May 2025 – The Study Society

Open Satsangs
Thu 22 & Fri 23 May, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
(Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

Registration is not required to participate in these programmes.

Satsang Intensive
Sat 24 May, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(Doors open at 9:30 a.m.)

Registration is required to participate in this programme.

Events in:
English

With simultaneous translation into:
French

Venue: The Study Society, Colet House, 151 Talgarth Rd, London W14 9DA (UK)

 

Past Event

 

The Study Society, Colet House, London (UK)

 

Paris (France)


30 May-1 June 2025 – Forum 104

Talk
Fri 30 May, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
(Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

Registration is not required to participate in this programme.

Seminar (non-residential)
Sat 31 May & Sun 1 June, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(Doors open at 9:30 a.m.)

Registration is required to participate in this programme.

Events in:
French

With simultaneous translation into:
English

Venue: Forum 104, 104 Rue de Vaugirard, 75006 Paris
Contact: amis.ajatananda@gmail.com

 

Past Event

 

Paris (France)

 

Brussels (Belgium)


7 June 2025 – Les Orangers

Satsang Intensive
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Registration is required to participate in this programme.

Event in:
French

Venue: Les Orangers, 24, av. des Orangers, 1150 Brussels (Belgium)

Please note: Registration will open in April.

 

Les Orangers, Brussels (Belgium)

 

Bucharest (Romania)


13-15 June 2025

Talk
Fri 13 June, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
(Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

Registration is required to participate in this programme.

Seminar (non-residential)
Sat 14 & Sun 15 June, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(Doors open at 9:30 a.m.)

Registration is required to participate in this programme.

Events in:
English

With simultaneous translation in:
Romanian

Venue: To be confirmed.

 

Past Event

 

Bucharest (Romania)

 

Brussels (Belgium)


25 June 2025 – Centre Pérou

Open Satsang
Wed 25 June, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Event in:
French

Venue: Centre Pérou, 23, av. du Pérou, 1000 Brussels (Belgium)

For more information and registration, please contact: yana@tomaso.be

Centre Pérou, Brussels (Belgium)

 

Órgiva (Spain)


5-6 July 2025 – La Fuente

Open Satsangs
Sat 5 & Sun 6 July, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Registration is not required to participate in these programmes.

Events in:
English

With translation into:
Spanish

Venue: La Fuente, c/ Cercado, 5, Órgiva (Spain)
Contact: amigos.ajatananda@gmail.com
Phone: +34 602454945 (Yvonne)

Órgiva (Spain)

Online Satsangs


20 Sep 2025

Satsang
8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
(IST — Rishikesh)

5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
(CET — Paris, Brussels, Barcelona)

4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
(GMT — London)

See other time zones here


Registration is required to participate in this programme along with a sincere commitment to abide by the three rules of online etiquette.

Event in:
English

With simultaneous translation in:
French

Please note: registration will open a few weeks before the event.

 


4 Oct 2025

Satsang
8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
(IST — Rishikesh)

5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
(CET — Paris, Brussels, Barcelona)

4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
(GMT — London)

See other time zones here


Registration is required to participate in this programme along with a sincere commitment to abide by the three rules of online etiquette.

Event in:
French

With simultaneous translation in:
English

Please note: registration will open a few weeks before the event.

 

Satsangs and Retreat in North India

Rishikesh – Ajatananda Ashram


Please note: the Lakshman Jhula bridge is closed due to construction work and therefore any accommodation (guesthouses or hotels) on the other side of the Ganges is not recommended. It is better to stay on the Tapovan side.


18 Oct – 5 Nov 2025

Daily Open Satsang
4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
(except Thursdays and Fridays)

Daily Open Meditation
7 p.m. – 7:50 p.m.
(except Thursdays and Fridays and during the Retreat)

Daily Open Hatha Yoga Class
8:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
(except Thursdays and Fridays and during the Retreat)

Registration is not required to participate in these programmes.

Events in:
English

 

 

2-5 Nov 2025

Non-residential Satsang Retreat
From Sun 2 Nov, 7 p.m. (introduction) to Wed 5 Nov, 9 p.m.

Registration is required to participate in this programme.

Event in:
English

Please note: registration will open a few weeks before the event.

 

The Ganges nearby the Ashram in Tapovan, Rishikesh (India)

Online Satsang


8 Nov 2025

Satsang
9:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
(IST — Rishikesh)

5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
(CET — Paris, Brussels, Barcelona)

4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
(GMT — London)

See other time zones here


Registration is required to participate in this programme along with a sincere commitment to abide by the three rules of online etiquette.

Event in:
English

With simultaneous translation in:
French

Please note: registration will open a few weeks before the event.

 

Retreat and Satsangs in Europe

Assisi (Italy)


12-16 Dec 2025 – La Cittadella Ospitalità & Casa Papa Giovanni

International Retreat (Residential)
From Fri 12, 4 p.m. (introduction) to Tue 16 Dec, 11 a.m.

Event in:
English and French (alternating)

With simultaneous translation into:
French, English and Italian (to be confirmed)

The international retreat takes place in the inspiring setting of the small mediaeval town of Assisi, the home of St. Francis, whose incomparable influence still permeates the spiritual atmosphere there today. Swami Atmananda proposes to explore the nature of Spiritual Awakening and the essential practices of Non-Duality, according to the tradition of Advaita Vedanta.

Organized by Les Amis d’Ajatananda Ashram association.

Venues:
La Cittadella Ospitalità, Via degli Ancaiani, 3, 06081 Assisi (PG)
Casa Papa Giovanni, Via San Paolo 32, 06081 Assisi (PG)

Contact: satsangretreats@gmail.com

Please note: registration will open a few weeks before the event.

 

Assisi (Italy)

 

Francheville (France)


20 Dec 2025 – Les Grandes Terres

Sangha Day
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Registration is required to participate in this programme.

Event in:
French

The Sangha Day takes place twice a year in France and emphasizes the importance of the sangha (community of spiritual seekers).
All those who feel an inner connection with Swami Ji’s teachings are welcome to participate. These Sangha Days invite a certain commitment to practice and are reserved for those who have already participated in at least one Satsang with Swami Atmananda.

Organized by Les Amis d’Ajatananda Ashram association.

Venue: Les Grandes Terres, Chemin du Grand Moulin, 69340 Francheville (near Lyon)
Contact: amis.ajatananda@gmail.com

Please note: registration will open a few weeks before the event.

 

Gampopa Hall – Les Grandes Terres, Francheville (France)

 

These Satsangs are coordinated by the Ashram Team and ‘Les Amis d’Ajatananda Ashram’, in partnership with Eveil Conscience, and will take place in French, with simultaneous translation into English. You will therefore be able to listen and see Swamiji in full screen and follow his teaching which will be based on a text from the Advaita tradition and followed, as in every Satsang, by a question and answer session.

Please note! In order to participate, your registration is mandatory. Please click on the ‘Register Here’ button below the description of the event to access the registration form.

To support the teaching of Swamiji and the Ajatananda Ashram, we will maintain the principle of conscious donation. If you wish to do so, you will be able to make your donation at the time of your registration.

The Zoom link, guidelines for the meeting and the text that will be commented on by Swamiji will be sent to you the day before the event. We suggest you either print the text or display it on an additional device during the Satsangs.

We invite you to keep your camera on and display your first and last name as your username for the duration of each Satsang as a sign of your full participation. Please kindly read our Additional Guidelines here.

If it is impossible for you to attend any of these Satsangs due to your professional obligations or time zone differences, please feel free to to contact us by following this link. We will do our best to offer you an alternative option.

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These online Satsangs are coordinated by the Ashram Team and ‘Les Amis d’Ajatananda Ashram’, and will take place in English, with simultaneous translation into French. You will therefore be able to listen and see Swamiji in full screen and follow his teaching which will be based on a text from the Advaita tradition and followed, as in every Satsang, by a question and answer session.

Please note! In order to participate, your registration is mandatory. Please click on the ‘Register Here’ button below the description of the event to access the registration form.

To support the teaching of Swamiji and the Ajatananda Ashram, we will maintain the principle of conscious donation. If you wish to do so, you will be able to make your donation at the time of your registration.

The Zoom link, guidelines for the meeting and the text that will be commented on by Swamiji will be sent to you the day before the event. We suggest you either print the text or display it on an additional device during the Satsangs.

We invite you to keep your camera on and display your first and last name as your username for the duration of each Satsang as a sign of your full participation. Please kindly read our Additional Guidelines here.

If it is impossible for you to attend any of these Satsangs due to your professional obligations or time zone differences, please feel free to contact us by following this link. We will do our best to offer you an alternative option.

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