The tradition of Vedic chanting has been in practice for thousands of years in India. The Vedas are the most ancient of Indian texts and the primary source of all Indian philosophies. This tradition of chanting involves the recitation of the Vedas in a very precise manner. Today, Vedic chanting is gaining popularity all over the world, not just because it is the most authoritative source of Indian wisdom, but also because the practice of chanting has multiple benefits such as enhancing health, improving memory and promoting healing.

While Vedic chanting has been an integral part of KYM's work for over 30 years, there is a need today to introduce this tradition as a formalized study and practice of an ancient Indian tradition. It is with the intention of preserving and carrying forth the Vedic tradition that Vedavani, a unit of KYM is offering a Vedic chanting Teacher-training program for international students.

The training program will be spread over a two-year period (2007 - 2009) with students participating in four modules of ten days duration each, spread across this time frame.

Universally relevant and acceptable chants will be taught over the four modules, along with basic rules of chanting, meanings of chants taught, an introduction to Sanskrit (the language of the Vedas) and the application of these chants in healing. Although not a necessity, a musical background will be an added advantage to those interested in participating in this course. The course will be conducted in English.

Proposed Dates* and Venue
Module I - 12th to 22nd November 2007
Module II - 22nd April 2008 to 2nd May 2008
Module III - 10th November to 20th November 2008
Module IV - 14th April 2009 to 24th April 2009
*subject to change

All modules will be conducted in the serene setting of the Austrian Alps. The Notburgahof Jugendhotel, located in Pissendorf (Austria) provides basic comfortable accommodation and a quiet conference room overlooking the mountains. This hotel offers boarding and lodging at reasonable costs. A range of accommodation options are available including single, double or triple occupancy.

Cost of the Training
The total tuition fee for all four modules will be between Euro 2800 and Euro 3200, payable in installments over this two-year period. Travel, boarding, lodging and other costs will be extra and will be available in the prospectus.

To register your interest and request a detailed prospectus, please email vedavani@kym.org with full details of your name, mailing address and why you wish to participate in this program.

If you would be interested in taking this course if it was offered in another language or alternate location on other dates, please let us know your choice of language and location when you write to us.

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