300HR JIVAMUKTI
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
✦ ✧ ✦ ✧
RETURNING TO INDIA
2023
✧ ✦ ✧ ✦
When: Saturday February 4 to
Friday March 3, 2023
Where: Govardhan Eco Village.
This course is offered as Residential only.
300HR JIVAMUKTI
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
✦ ✧ ✦ ✧
RETURNING TO INDIA
2023
✧ ✦ ✧ ✦
WHEN: Saturday February 4 to
Friday March 3, 2023
WHERE: Govardhan Eco Village
This course is offered as Residential only.
FACULTY
Ruth Lauer-Manenti
Facilitator
NEW YORK
UNITED STATES
Advanced Certification
Olga Oskorbina
Facilitator
BARCELONA
SPAIN
Advanced Certification
Manizeh Rimer
Mentor
LONDON
UNITED KINGDOM Advanced Certification
Juan Sierra
Mentor
BERLIN
GERMANY
Advanced Certification
Dr. Lori Zucker
Honored Teacher
NEW JERSEY
UNITED STATES
Honored Teacher
Manorama
Honored Teacher
NEW YORK
UNITED STATES
Honored Teacher
FACULTY
Ruth Lauer-Manenti
Facilitator
NEW YORK
UNITED STATES
Advanced Certification
Olga Oskorbina
Facilitator
BARCELONA
SPAIN
Advanced Certification
Manizeh
Rimer
Mentor
LONDON
UNITED KINGDOM Advanced Certification
Juan
Sierra
Mentor
BERLIN
GERMANY
Advanced Certification
Dr. Lori
Zucker
Honored Teacher
NEW JERSEY
UNITED STATES
Honored Teacher
Manorama
Honored Teacher
NEW YORK
UNITED STATES
Honored Teacher
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION DATES & DEADLINES
| Registration Begins (50% Deposit holds your space) | May 1, 2022 |
| Refunds/cancellation allowed (€1,500 nonrefundable) | Until Nov 4, 2022 |
| All fees are strictly non-refundable and non- transferable, non-negotiable | After Nov 4, 2022 |
| Balance Due, Registration Closes | January 6, 2023 |
| Arrival Day | February 4, 2023 |
DAILY SCHEDULE
| 7:00am–7:45am | Breakfast |
| 8:00pm–12:00pm | Class Time |
| 12:00pm–12:45pm | Mentor Group Meeting |
| 12:45pm–1:45pm | Lunch |
| 2:00pm–6:00pm | Class Time |
| 6:00pm–7:30pm | Dinner |
| 8:00pm–11:00pm | Satsang |
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION DATES & DEADLINES
| Registration Begins (50% Deposit holds your space) | May 1, 2022 |
| Refunds/cancellation allowed (€1,500 nonrefundable) | Until November 4, 2022 |
| All fees are strictly non-refundable and non- transferable, non-negotiable | After Nov 4, 2022 |
| Balance Due, Registration Closes | January 6, 2023 |
| Arrival Day | February 4, 2023 |
DAILY SCHEDULE
| 7:00am–7:45am | Breakfast |
| 8:00pm–12:00pm | Class Time |
| 12:00pm–12:45pm | Mentor Group Meeting |
| 12:45pm–1:45pm | Lunch |
| 2:00pm–6:00pm | Class Time |
| 6:00pm–7:30pm | Dinner |
| 8:00pm–11:00pm | Satsang |
ABOUT JIVAMUKTI YOGA TEACHER TRAINING & YOUR JOURNEY TO INDIA
ABOUT 300HR TT
300 plus-hour certification program is considered by many to be the most comprehensive yoga teacher training available. It attracts students from around the world and produces empowered, qualified yoga teachers.
Open to both dedicated beginners, intermediate and advanced practitioners or long time teachers, the Jivamukti Yoga Teacher Training provides a blueprint for incorporating the physical, psychological, spiritual, and mystical aspects of yoga into modern life, without losing sight of the universal goal of the practice: liberation. Emphasizing interconnectedness and a nondualistic view of life, this practice awakens within us a need to protect the planet and all life on earth. Gain the skills to confidently achieve those goals for yourself, as well as the ability to teach others how to live in harmony.
The month-long residential Jivamukti Yoga Teacher Training covers yoga philosophy, history of yoga, Sanskrit, anatomy, hands-on assisting, practice teaching sessions, study groups, mentor guidance, quizzes, exams, and all aspects of Jivamukti Yoga.
The course is full and offers the fundamental tools needed to not only understand and immerse yourself in the yoga practices but also to develop the skills to be able to pass these teachings on in a creative way.
Jivamukti Yoga TT Course consists of:
– Immersion in daily yoga practice
– In-depth sessions focused on vinyasa sequencing and alignment, including standing poses, forward bends, twists, backbends, inversions, and balances
– Study of the physical and energetic anatomy of the human body
– Sanskrit language immersion, where you learn to read, write, and recite the Sanskrit alphabet
– Exploration into major yogic texts, including the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali, the Bhagavad Gita, and the Hatha Yoga Pradipika
– Meditation practice twice a day and instruction on how to teach meditation to others
– Practice teaching and instruction for how to give hands-on assists to students while they are practicing asanas
– Lessons on how to practice and teach healing, purifying, and detoxifying hatha yoga kriyas
– Exploration of philosophy, ethics, and activism: how to live a more effective, positive, and harmonious life
– Direct experience in the importance of a vegan diet for human health, for sustaining the ecosystem, for reducing violence in the world, and as a means to enlightenment.
Initiatives & Innovations at GEV
Green Buildings: Traditional earthen homes are built with locally available materials that reconnect us to earth, creating a healing and calming effect.
Water conservation: Efficient Water conservation is a natural step towards sustainability with respect to water resources. The goal at GEV has been to create a system, which could help attain this goal without disturbing the existing ecology and keeping cost feasibility in mind.
Alternative energy: Alternative energy is any energy source that is an alternative to fossil fuels with their inherent disadvantages like carbon dioxide emissions, global warming, etc. GEV uses Solar Power, Biogas and Bull Power to meet energy needs in an eco-friendly way.
Soil biotechnology: Soil Biotechnology (SBT) is an indigenous green technology for sewage processing which enables recycling and reuse of processed water. SBT has been developed & patented by Chemical Engineering Department, IIT Bombay. GEV has been one of the pioneers in employing the SBT technology for handling sewage wastes in a rural setup.
Animal care: Upholding the Vedic tenet of respecting all forms of life, GEV is working steadily towards setting up exemplary animal care facilities. Two donkeys, two goats, two sheep, four dogs and several cows and bulls happily reside at the GEV.
Waste management: GEV uses a combination of time tested traditional techniques as well as indigenous innovations to develop a Symbiotic Model of Waste Management (SWMS). In a SWMS different processes or systems are integrated into loops so that the wastes of one system can be utilized by another.
Rural empowerment: A Holistic Development Program for Rural & Tribal communities in Wada Block of Thane District was started by GEV to cover at least 500 tribal families over a period of 6 years.
Rural health care: Bhaktivedanta Hospital and Govardhan Eco Village, as a part of their mission to serve the needy, have been rendering free and concessional community health services to the villagers in and around GEV. Annamrita: The Annamrita kitchen supported by GEV today provides mid-day meals to almost 30,000 students from 400 schools.
Vrindavan Biodiversity park: Taking inspiration from the sublime and symbiotic biodiversity of Vrindavan, GEV is coming up with a Vrindavan Biodiversity Park. Sitting in the lap of Mother Nature, being surrounded by mountains on all 4 sides and with the Vaitarna River flowing nearby, Govardhan Eco village has an ideal setting to experience the sweetness of Bhakti Yoga along with the blossom of Nature.
ACCOMMODATION AND PRICING
Madhuvan Single Room (single rooms with Private Bath and AC) + Tuition $12,450
Madhuvan Double Room (double rooms with Private Bath and AC) + Tuition $10,450
Mahavan Single Room (single rooms with Private Bath and AC) + Tuition $12,450
Mahavan Double Room (double rooms with Private Bath and AC) + Tuition $10,450
Campus Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Ayurvedic Treatment & Massage Center
- Library
- Temple
- Gift Shop
- Laundry: There will be laundry service provided at a small cost, please bring enough clothing to allow for a 48 hrs turnaround time. Reminder: you may want to change some money to pay for this service.
- WIFI: will be available at Govardhan Ashram in rooms and some common areas, though there is limited access and it can be unreliable at times.
RATES INCLUDE
- Shala with AC
- three vegan meals per day
- Stay at GEV in selected housing option
Housing options at GEV
GOKUL KUTIR
- Large Double Bunk Beds
- Garden View
- Mountain View
- Small Room Heater
- Private Bathroom
- Electric Tea Kettle
MADHUVAN VILLAS
- One Large Single Bed
- Two Large Single Beds
- Forest View
- Mountain View
- Porch
- Air Conditioning
- Small Room Heater
- Private Bathroom
- Electric Tea Kettle
MAHAVAN COTTAGES
- Two Large Single Beds
- Balcony View
- Mountain View
- Living Room
- Terrace
- Air Conditioning
- Small Room Heater
- Private Bathroom
- Electric Tea Kettle
FACILITES
WIFI and CELL PHONES
There is limited wifi access available at the Govardhan Eco-Village. If you’ll need to get online, it is recommended to bring a hotspot device or enable your cell phone as a hotspot. International SIM cards are available for purchase in Mumbai, however you’ll need ID and passport photo to purchase one and it may take several hours time to apply.
Power can sometimes go in and out in India, especially in the mountain villages, though its nothing to worry about (there is a back up generator) the internet can be unreliable. It is recommended you consult with your mobile service provider to select the best plan for yourself while in India should you choose to have one.
LAUNDRY
There is laundry service provided for a fee. Please bring enough clothing to allow for a 48 hrs turnaround time. Laundry fees will be charged to your room, you should cash to pay for these services.
Laundry rates are approx. as follows:
Saree — Rs TBA/- each.
T-shirt,shirt,pant,dhoti,kurta — TBA/- each.
Undergarments — TBA/- each.
Salwar-Kameez,Kurtis,Tops — TBA/- each.
Socks — TBA/- each.
There are wash basins provided in your rooms, in shared bath areas. We recommend that you bring non-chemical detergents and hand wash your clothing, especially whites. There are ample drying areas and things dry quickly during the day.
VISA/IMMIGRATION CHECK IN DOCUMENTS
- Please apply for a TOURIST VISA (NOT A YOGA OR EDUCATION VISA as JYTT is considered a short term yoga program – less than 6 months) There are several agencies that assist the visa process for a fee. Our friends at GEV recommend using a visa processing service for convenient and fast service: http://www.travisa.com
The address to list for your visa application:
Govardhan Eco Village
Galtare, Hamrapur (P.O), Wada (Taluka)
Thane (District) -421303
Maharashtra, India
Telephone: +91 9892053108
Contact: Prasad Panda
Required: Please bring two sets of Passport copies ( Photo page and Visa page) + 3 passport size photographs. There is no facility of getting photographs or xerox near to the Eco Village.
Passport and Photos are required for all hotels per International Hotel check-in policy including at the Eco-Village
ARRIVAL/ DEPARTURE + GROUP SHUTTLE INFORMATION
Arrive to Mumbai via Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport latest February 4 in the morning. February 4 is the day you should arrive to Govardhan Ecovillage, which is 2-3 hours drive from Mumbai. Group shuttle departs at 11am sharp.
It is a nice option to book your flight to arrive a couple of days early to India. Upon arrival to Mumbai, we recommend staying at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar as it is very close to the airport (about 10 min) and has 5 star facilities. This is where group shuttle depart from.
Group Shuttle: Please meet us at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar lobby by 10am on Saturday, February 4, 2023. The cost of shuttle each way is $80.
This will be the only group shuttle departure point going to Govardhan Eco-Village. We will depart 11am together.
If something should happen and you miss this group departure, you will be responsible for private taxi costs to the Govardhan Eco-Village. The cost of private taxi transfer is $200 each way.
You can coordinate to meet with other TT students that are also arriving early via our dedicated JYTT Slack Channel.
If you are arriving on February 4, please double check your arrival times to Mumbai to make sure you can make it to the group shuttle with time to spare. You don’t want to miss the shuttle bus!
Depart from Govardhan Ecovillage: Friday, March 3, 2023
Group Shuttle bus will depart from Govardhan Eco-Village to the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Terminal 2
Departing GEV at 10 am.
It is advisable for you to book your departing flights in the evening as the journey from GEV to Mumbai is about 3 hrs.
We will make 2 additional stops (TBD) in the city in case you are not flying until later that day and/or extending your stay in India. You will be provided group transportation back to Mumbai city center if needed, but you will be on your own from there.
If you plan on staying on in India after the Teacher Training, please note it in the FLIGHT INFORMATION FORM in your online application.
Upon departure, if you want to book a private taxi to an alternate destination (cost not included, it is $200) please contact: TT@jivamuktiyoga.com or we can organize it once we are there.
Private TAXI & AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION
For those of you arriving early and in need of transport upon arrival, it is strongly suggested that you use your hotel shuttle taxi service if available.
Most hotels offer their own airport shuttle, please utilize their service and book in advance. Arrival can be daunting so make it easy and safe for yourself.
For those of you staying elsewhere or arriving before February 3, please see the link below regarding transportation options to Mumbai city center or elsewhere.
http://www.mumbaiairport.com/transportation.php
If you need to schedule a private shuttle pickup from Mumbai or Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport to Govardhan Eco-Village please contact TT@jivamuktiyoga.com to make arrangements.
The cost is $200 USD per person each way and the drive is about 2-3 hrs.
Hotels & Staying in Mumbai
Hotel Suggestion for your stay in Mumbai:
JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, IA Project Rd, Navpada, Vile Parle East, Vile Parle, Andheri, Maharashtra 400099, India
THIS IS WHERE GROUP SHUTTLE TO GEV WILL DEPART FROM. It is close to the airport, but not close to the city center.
Please note: there is another hotel called JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu, we recommend avoid booking there as it is about 1 hr away from the airport.
As is standard hotel policy, check-in time is usually 1pm for rooms. If you arrive much earlier and try to check in, you may be charged for an extra day or early check in, you are responsible for all hotel costs.
Other options near airport:
- The Leela Hotel – Mumbai
- The Hyatt Regency
Other options near city center:
- Taj Hotel
- Oberoi Hotel – Mumbai
Pushya Abhishek – FLOWER FESTIVAL (Jan 28th)
If you plan to be in India early, we encourage you to visit the main temple at Chowpatty and attend the annual Flower Festival.
Festivities take place beginning at 8am and last all day at the temple. There will be meals served in the temple dining hall.
Held at:Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Mandir – ISKCON Chowpatty7, K. M. Munshi Marg,Girgaon Chowpatty, Mumbai – 400 007.Maharashtra. India.https://iskconchowpatty.com/temple-festivals/
Clothing and Customs
Most Indian women wear saris, salwar kameez, or long shorts and a T-shirt whenever swimming in public view.
Indian dress, when done properly, makes a positive impression and is respectful. The salwar kameez is regarded as respectable attire and wearing it will reflect your respect for local dress etiquette. The flowing outfit is also surprisingly cool in the hot weather, and the dupatta (long scarf) worn with it is very handy if you visit a shrine that requires your head to be covered.
Going into public wearing a choli (small tight blouse worn under a sari) or a sari petticoat (which many foreign women mistake for a skirt) is rather like strutting around half dressed – don’t do it!
When interacting on a day-to-day basis, adhere to the local practice of not shaking hands. Instead, say namaste – the traditional, respectful Hindu greeting.
THE WEATHER
- 24°C / 75°F
- High Temperature: 30°C / 86°F
- Low Temperature: 18°C / 64°F
MEDICAL
Required vaccinations: The only vaccine required by international regulations is yellow fever. Proof of vaccination will only be required if you have visited a country in the yellow fever zone within the six days prior to entering India. If you are travelling to India from Africa or South America, you should check to see if you require proof of vaccination.
CURRENCY
The Indian rupee (Rs) is divided into 100 paise (p), but paise coins are increasingly rare. Coins come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 25 and 50 paise, and Rs 1, 2 and 5; notes come in Rs 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 2000 (this last bill can be hard to change outside banks). The Indian rupee is linked to a basket of currencies and its value is generally stable.
ATMs linked to international networks are common in most towns and cities in India and of course, in Mumbai. However, carry cash or travellers cheques as backup in case the power goes down, the ATM is out of order, or you lose or break your plastic.
**Please note: there is NO ATM access at the Govardhan Eco-Village. Remember, you must present your passport whenever you change currency or travellers cheques. Commission for foreign exchange is becoming increasingly rare; if it is charged, the fee is nominal.
ABOUT JIVAMUKTI YOGA TEACHER TRAINING & YOUR JOURNEY TO INDIA
ABOUT 300HR TT
300 plus-hour certification program is considered by many to be the most comprehensive yoga teacher training available. It attracts students from around the world and produces empowered, qualified yoga teachers.
Open to both dedicated beginners, intermediate and advanced practitioners or long time teachers, the Jivamukti Yoga Teacher Training provides a blueprint for incorporating the physical, psychological, spiritual, and mystical aspects of yoga into modern life, without losing sight of the universal goal of the practice: liberation. Emphasizing interconnectedness and a nondualistic view of life, this practice awakens within us a need to protect the planet and all life on earth. Gain the skills to confidently achieve those goals for yourself, as well as the ability to teach others how to live in harmony.
The month-long residential Jivamukti Yoga Teacher Training covers yoga philosophy, history of yoga, Sanskrit, anatomy, hands-on assisting, practice teaching sessions, study groups, mentor guidance, quizzes, exams, and all aspects of Jivamukti Yoga.
The course is full and offers the fundamental tools needed to not only understand and immerse yourself in the yoga practices but also to develop the skills to be able to pass these teachings on in a creative way.
Jivamukti Yoga TT Course consists of:
– Immersion in daily yoga practice
– In-depth sessions focused on vinyasa sequencing and alignment, including standing poses, forward bends, twists, backbends, inversions, and balances
– Study of the physical and energetic anatomy of the human body
– Sanskrit language immersion, where you learn to read, write, and recite the Sanskrit alphabet
– Exploration into major yogic texts, including the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali, the Bhagavad Gita, and the Hatha Yoga Pradipika
– Meditation practice twice a day and instruction on how to teach meditation to others
– Practice teaching and instruction for how to give hands-on assists to students while they are practicing asanas
– Lessons on how to practice and teach healing, purifying, and detoxifying hatha yoga kriyas
– Exploration of philosophy, ethics, and activism: how to live a more effective, positive, and harmonious life
– Direct experience in the importance of a vegan diet for human health, for sustaining the ecosystem, for reducing violence in the world, and as a means to enlightenment.
Initiatives & Innovations at GEV
Green Buildings: Traditional earthen homes are built with locally available materials that reconnect us to earth, creating a healing and calming effect.
Water conservation: Efficient Water conservation is a natural step towards sustainability with respect to water resources. The goal at GEV has been to create a system, which could help attain this goal without disturbing the existing ecology and keeping cost feasibility in mind.
Alternative energy: Alternative energy is any energy source that is an alternative to fossil fuels with their inherent disadvantages like carbon dioxide emissions, global warming, etc. GEV uses Solar Power, Biogas and Bull Power to meet energy needs in an eco-friendly way.
Soil biotechnology: Soil Biotechnology (SBT) is an indigenous green technology for sewage processing which enables recycling and reuse of processed water. SBT has been developed & patented by Chemical Engineering Department, IIT Bombay. GEV has been one of the pioneers in employing the SBT technology for handling sewage wastes in a rural setup.
Animal care: Upholding the Vedic tenet of respecting all forms of life, GEV is working steadily towards setting up exemplary animal care facilities. Two donkeys, two goats, two sheep, four dogs and several cows and bulls happily reside at the GEV.
Waste management: GEV uses a combination of time tested traditional techniques as well as indigenous innovations to develop a Symbiotic Model of Waste Management (SWMS). In a SWMS different processes or systems are integrated into loops so that the wastes of one system can be utilized by another.
Rural empowerment: A Holistic Development Program for Rural & Tribal communities in Wada Block of Thane District was started by GEV to cover at least 500 tribal families over a period of 6 years.
Rural health care: Bhaktivedanta Hospital and Govardhan Eco Village, as a part of their mission to serve the needy, have been rendering free and concessional community health services to the villagers in and around GEV. Annamrita: The Annamrita kitchen supported by GEV today provides mid-day meals to almost 30,000 students from 400 schools.
Vrindavan Biodiversity park: Taking inspiration from the sublime and symbiotic biodiversity of Vrindavan, GEV is coming up with a Vrindavan Biodiversity Park. Sitting in the lap of Mother Nature, being surrounded by mountains on all 4 sides and with the Vaitarna River flowing nearby, Govardhan Eco village has an ideal setting to experience the sweetness of Bhakti Yoga along with the blossom of Nature.
ACCOMMODATION AND PRICING
Madhuvan Single Room (single rooms with Private Bath and AC) + Tuition $12,450
Madhuvan Double Room (double rooms with Private Bath and AC) + Tuition $10,450
Mahavan Single Room (single rooms with Private Bath and AC) + Tuition $12,450
Mahavan Double Room (double rooms with Private Bath and AC) + Tuition $10,450
Campus Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Ayurvedic Treatment & Massage Center
- Library
- Temple
- Gift Shop
- Laundry: There will be laundry service provided at a small cost, please bring enough clothing to allow for a 48 hrs turnaround time. Reminder: you may want to change some money to pay for this service.
- WIFI: will be available at Govardhan Ashram in rooms and some common areas, though there is limited access and it can be unreliable at times.
RATES INCLUDE
- Shala with AC
- three vegan meals per day
- Stay at GEV in selected housing option
Housing options at GEV
GOKUL KUTIR
- Large Double Bunk Beds
- Garden View
- Mountain View
- Small Room Heater
- Private Bathroom
- Electric Tea Kettle
MADHUVAN VILLAS
- One Large Single Bed
- Two Large Single Beds
- Forest View
- Mountain View
- Porch
- Air Conditioning
- Small Room Heater
- Private Bathroom
- Electric Tea Kettle
MAHAVAN COTTAGES
- Two Large Single Beds
- Balcony View
- Mountain View
- Living Room
- Terrace
- Air Conditioning
- Small Room Heater
- Private Bathroom
- Electric Tea Kettle
FACILITES
WIFI and CELL PHONES
There is limited wifi access available at the Govardhan Eco-Village. If you’ll need to get online, it is recommended to bring a hotspot device or enable your cell phone as a hotspot. International SIM cards are available for purchase in Mumbai, however you’ll need ID and passport photo to purchase one and it may take several hours time to apply.
Power can sometimes go in and out in India, especially in the mountain villages, though its nothing to worry about (there is a back up generator) the internet can be unreliable. It is recommended you consult with your mobile service provider to select the best plan for yourself while in India should you choose to have one.
LAUNDRY
There is laundry service provided for a fee. Please bring enough clothing to allow for a 48 hrs turnaround time. Laundry fees will be charged to your room, you should cash to pay for these services.
Laundry rates are approx. as follows:
Saree — Rs TBA/- each.
T-shirt,shirt,pant,dhoti,kurta — TBA/- each.
Undergarments — TBA/- each.
Salwar-Kameez,Kurtis,Tops — TBA/- each.
Socks — TBA/- each.
There are wash basins provided in your rooms, in shared bath areas. We recommend that you bring non-chemical detergents and hand wash your clothing, especially whites. There are ample drying areas and things dry quickly during the day.
VISA/IMMIGRATION CHECK IN DOCUMENTS
- Please apply for a TOURIST VISA (NOT A YOGA OR EDUCATION VISA as JYTT is considered a short term yoga program – less than 6 months) There are several agencies that assist the visa process for a fee. Our friends at GEV recommend using a visa processing service for convenient and fast service: http://www.travisa.com
The address to list for your visa application:
Govardhan Eco Village
Galtare, Hamrapur (P.O), Wada (Taluka)
Thane (District) -421303
Maharashtra, India
Telephone: +91 9892053108
Contact: Prasad Panda
Required: Please bring two sets of Passport copies ( Photo page and Visa page) + 3 passport size photographs. There is no facility of getting photographs or xerox near to the Eco Village.
Passport and Photos are required for all hotels per International Hotel check-in policy including at the Eco-Village
Arrival/Departure + Group Shuttle Information
Arrive to Mumbai via Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport latest February 4 in the morning. February 4 is the day you should arrive to Govardhan Ecovillage, which is 2-3 hours drive from Mumbai. Group shuttle departs at 11am sharp.
It is a nice option to book your flight to arrive a couple of days early to India. Upon arrival to Mumbai, we recommend staying at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar as it is very close to the airport (about 10 min) and has 5 star facilities. This is where group shuttle depart from.
Group Shuttle: Please meet us at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar lobby by 10am on Saturday, February 4, 2023. The cost of shuttle each way is $80.
This will be the only group shuttle departure point going to Govardhan Eco-Village. We will depart 11am together.
If something should happen and you miss this group departure, you will be responsible for private taxi costs to the Govardhan Eco-Village. The cost of private taxi transfer is $200 each way.
You can coordinate to meet with other TT students that are also arriving early via our dedicated JYTT Slack Channel.
If you are arriving on February 4, please double check your arrival times to Mumbai to make sure you can make it to the group shuttle with time to spare. You don’t want to miss the shuttle bus!
Depart from Govardhan Ecovillage: Friday, March 3, 2023
Group Shuttle bus will depart from Govardhan Eco-Village to the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Terminal 2
Departing GEV at 10 am.
It is advisable for you to book your departing flights in the evening as the journey from GEV to Mumbai is about 3 hrs.
We will make 2 additional stops (TBD) in the city in case you are not flying until later that day and/or extending your stay in India. You will be provided group transportation back to Mumbai city center if needed, but you will be on your own from there.
If you plan on staying on in India after the Teacher Training, please note it in the FLIGHT INFORMATION FORM in your online application.
Upon departure, if you want to book a private taxi to an alternate destination (cost not included, it is $200) please contact: TT@jivamuktiyoga.com or we can organize it once we are there.
Private Taxi & Airport Information
For those of you arriving early and in need of transport upon arrival, it is strongly suggested that you use your hotel shuttle taxi service if available.
Most hotels offer their own airport shuttle, please utilize their service and book in advance. Arrival can be daunting so make it easy and safe for yourself.
For those of you staying elsewhere or arriving before February 3, please see the link below regarding transportation options to Mumbai city center or elsewhere.
http://www.mumbaiairport.com/transportation.php
If you need to schedule a private shuttle pickup from Mumbai or Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport to Govardhan Eco-Village please contact TT@jivamuktiyoga.com to make arrangements.
The cost is $200 USD per person each way and the drive is about 2-3 hrs.
HOTELS & STAYING IN MUMBAI
Hotel Suggestion for your stay in Mumbai:
JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, IA Project Rd, Navpada, Vile Parle East, Vile Parle, Andheri, Maharashtra 400099, India
THIS IS WHERE GROUP SHUTTLE TO GEV WILL DEPART FROM. It is close to the airport, but not close to the city center.
Please note: there is another hotel called JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu, we recommend avoid booking there as it is about 1 hr away from the airport.
As is standard hotel policy, check-in time is usually 1pm for rooms. If you arrive much earlier and try to check in, you may be charged for an extra day or early check in, you are responsible for all hotel costs.
Other options near airport:
- The Leela Hotel – Mumbai
- The Hyatt Regency
Other options near city center:
- Taj Hotel
- Oberoi Hotel – Mumbai
Pushya Abhishek – FLOWER FESTIVAL (Jan 28th)
If you plan to be in India early, we encourage you to visit the main temple at Chowpatty and attend the annual Flower Festival.
Festivities take place beginning at 8am and last all day at the temple. There will be meals served in the temple dining hall.
Held at:Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Mandir – ISKCON Chowpatty7, K. M. Munshi Marg,Girgaon Chowpatty, Mumbai – 400 007.Maharashtra. India.https://iskconchowpatty.com/temple-festivals/
Clothing and Customs
Most Indian women wear saris, salwar kameez, or long shorts and a T-shirt whenever swimming in public view.
Indian dress, when done properly, makes a positive impression and is respectful. The salwar kameez is regarded as respectable attire and wearing it will reflect your respect for local dress etiquette. The flowing outfit is also surprisingly cool in the hot weather, and the dupatta (long scarf) worn with it is very handy if you visit a shrine that requires your head to be covered.
Going into public wearing a choli (small tight blouse worn under a sari) or a sari petticoat (which many foreign women mistake for a skirt) is rather like strutting around half dressed – don’t do it!
When interacting on a day-to-day basis, adhere to the local practice of not shaking hands. Instead, say namaste – the traditional, respectful Hindu greeting.
THE WEATHER
- 24°C / 75°F
- High Temperature: 30°C / 86°F
- Low Temperature: 18°C / 64°F
MEDICAL
Required vaccinations: The only vaccine required by international regulations is yellow fever. Proof of vaccination will only be required if you have visited a country in the yellow fever zone within the six days prior to entering India. If you are travelling to India from Africa or South America, you should check to see if you require proof of vaccination.
CURRENCY
The Indian rupee (Rs) is divided into 100 paise (p), but paise coins are increasingly rare. Coins come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 25 and 50 paise, and Rs 1, 2 and 5; notes come in Rs 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 2000 (this last bill can be hard to change outside banks). The Indian rupee is linked to a basket of currencies and its value is generally stable.
ATMs linked to international networks are common in most towns and cities in India and of course, in Mumbai. However, carry cash or travellers cheques as backup in case the power goes down, the ATM is out of order, or you lose or break your plastic.
**Please note: there is NO ATM access at the Govardhan Eco-Village. Remember, you must present your passport whenever you change currency or travellers cheques. Commission for foreign exchange is becoming increasingly rare; if it is charged, the fee is nominal.
Your Journey Begins
February 4, 2023
Group Shuttle departs Mumbai at 11am sharp.