Sanskrit Classes

The process of learning Sanskrit is like weight training for the mind. In every moment, the only task is to focus all of the energy of the mind and the senses on the point which is being taught in that moment, and to understand it fully and deeply but with no concern at all for remembering it later. Learned in this way, Sanskrit seeps into your eyes and ears and later bubbles up in the mind automatically, without effort . . . letting go of self-judgement - to simply absorb the material . . .

without worrying whether someone else is getting it faster than you are. When I realized that this was what I was learning: how to fully occupy the present moment, free from fears arising from past experience or concerns for the future; to move out from under the burden of constant self-judgement; to know that my self-worth is not dependent upon the quality of my performances - I became very excited.

“I have had trouble hearing and pronouncing words all my life...I can now hear and pronounce all the distinctions in the Sanskrit alphabet. My whole relationship with language has changed.”

“A transformational experience far surpassing affirmations and visualization as transformational tools... a true experience of yoga as transformation and liberation through vibrating with the inherent meanings of yogic teachings to a level of experiential realization that surpasses mere intellectual inquiry and understanding.”

“Thank you so very much for the wonderful weekend of Sanskrit Training – it has literally changed how I live my life, both professionally and as a parent. Not only is it a great pleasure to be learning such a melodious and ancient language and start the baby steps of learning great works, but the weekend with you has taught me how to focus in all other areas of my life – to be here in the present and to make the choice to stay here.” ~ Fiona L’Estrange

“The immersion in the language...brought me a deeper appreciation of how thoroughly the Sanskrit language embodies the fullness and richness of life...The sounds still echo in my being and sharpen my appreciation of living.”