Yoga sadhana is a systematic practice which takes us from the gross to the more subtle layers of our being.

Over the years of our Harrogate weekends together we have explored Pranayama and Pratyahara quite extensively. For our weekend in 2026 we will move up to the next rung of the ladder and the next stage of Yoga Sadhana and explore the practices of Dharana, which with practice will move us to the experience of Dhyana.

Dharana means to hold the mind steady on one point or one place with out moving. It is one pointed awareness where the mind does not move in any direction or to any distraction and for this we need an object to hold on to. This can be the breath, a chakra, a psychic passageway, a mantra or a space within the body, like Chidakasha or Hridayakasha. Dharana is the state of perfect concentration and leads us to meditation or Dhyana. In the Katha Upanishad {2:3:11} Lord Yama explains to his student Nachiketas: The firm control of the senses and the mind is the yoga of concentration. One must be ever watchful for this yoga is difficult to achieve and easy to lose.

The sessions will include: some Theory, Asana, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra and various practices of Dharana. Please bring something to share for lunch, drinks are provided. Mats, cushions and covers are also provided at the venue, so no need to bring your own unless you prefer to.  You may also need a notebook and pen.

Cost: £170.00 the weekend, non-residential, Early bird price - £155.00 if booked before 14 February 2026

It is possible to enrol for one or the other of the days. Preference will be given to those booking for the weekend. Daily price £95.00 per day £85.00 if booked before 14 February 2026.

Payment of a non-refundable deposit, £85.00 euros, will secure your booking and the balance is to be paid by 30 April 2026. Please see below for payment details.

Please contact Swami Vedantananda (swamivedantananda@gmail.com) for more information