About The 21 Stages of Meditation

The primary textbook for this course guides you through 21 stages of meditation as outlined by Yogi Bhajan. In this course we will engage in three separate journeys; each journey is comprised of seven stages, taking you step by step into a deeper level of awakening and realization. We will move through the rudimentary skills of meditation to the deeper levels of awareness and integration and finally into identity, projection and merger in the infinite pulse of creation.

In the 2012 21-Stages of Meditation Course In this course you will study with a world-class team of Trainers. More Info Here

There are no prerequisites for this course. Find out more information here.

Arrival and Registration

Onsite Registration:
Tuesday June 5th – 10am-5pm

In the Gold House, at "Old Ladies Camp"

Course Orientation begins at 6:00pm at the Langar Hall


Flying in:
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) is the most common destination. There is a smaller, closer airport in Santa Fe but flights are usually more expensive.
You can rent a vehicle or catch a shuttle to Espanola. If you arrive at the Albuquerque Airport after the last shuttle departure time, you will need to make arrangements either to stay in Albuquerque overnight or find alternate means of transportation to Espanola.

It takes about 2 hours to get from the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to the course in Espanola, so please schedule a flight that arrives before 1:00pm if you are arriving on Tuesday June 5th. Be sure to arrive in Espanola by 4pm to allow yourself time to register and go to your residence before Orientation at 6pm.

Everyone is required to check-in at Onsite Registration prior to attending Orientation at 6pm. The first meal of the course is Dinner on Tuesday June 5th.


Housing Check in:
Housing is coordinated through LYF Foundation. Please confirm with The Legacy of Yogiji Foundation Guest House Manager, Seva Kaur, that your accommodations will be available and regarding check in for rooms. sevak@lyffoundation.org or www.LYFrentals.com


What to Bring

It may take you two to three days to acclimate to the elevation and dry environment of Northern New Mexico. We are here in the high desert (5600 feet in elevation) so bring a water bottle and drink lots of water to avoid dehydration and always have sunscreen and a hat with you.
Daytime temperatures can rise into the high 90s and occasionally go over 100. The nights will be much cooler and sudden intense rainstorms can occur.

What to Bring

Warm, layered clothing appropriate for yoga, serving, and playing.
Notebook and pens for classroom
Hat or visor for sun
Rain gear, including an umbrella.
White clothing and head covering for classes
A shawl or blanket, and slippers or thick socks, for cool mornings
Sheepskin or yoga mat, light blanket for morning sadhana.
Toiletries (including sunscreen, lip balm, lotion, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.) and towels.

***These items are not for sale on site.***

Battery powered alarm clock and batteries.
Daypack to hold the things you will want to have with you over the course of each day.
Flashlight with spare batteries.
Eating utensils, bowl, plate, cup (for hot and cold beverages), and cloth napkins.
Water bottle (bottled water dispensers are available in the classroom)

Back jacks will be available for student use during classes.

**Note** There are no course hours on Sunday June 10th. You are free to make your own arrangements for activities that day or join the Espanola Sangat in the Gurwara service or a day or rest.



Accommodations

All students housing and accommodations will be organized by The Legacy of Yogiji Foundation (LYF). All Housing reservations, cancellations, and payments must be done through The Legacy of Yogiji Foundation (LYF).

Seva Kaur, the Guest House Manager, and her team are happy to assist you in finding the best accommodations suitable for you. Please visit www.LYFrentals.com or email sevak@lyffoundation.org for more information on prices, types of rooms, and more.

You are responsible to make sure your housing is reserved during the course. Please contact LYF to reserve your room TODAY as space is limited! - www.LYFrentals.com

For those who wish to stay in a local hotel:
Rates vary depending on occupancy. Inquire as to a flat rate or a discounted rate. We are listing these hotels for your convenience not as a recommendation.

• Santa Claran Hotel - 460 N. Riverside Dr, Espanola, NM 87532 - 877.505.4949 www.santaclaran.com

• Inn at the Delta: Oversized rooms, kiva fireplaces. - 243 Paseo de Onate, Espanola, NM 87532 - 505.753.9466

• Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino - 30 Buffalo Thunder Trail Santa Fe, NM 87506 - 877.455.7775 www.buffalothunderresort.com

• Comfort Inn: AAA, AARP, www.comfortinn.com - 604-B S. Riverside Dr. Espanola, NM 87532 - 800.221.2222 within the US or 505.753.2419 International direct dial

• Days Inn: 807 S. Riverside, Espanola, NM 87532 - 505.747.1242

Daily Schedule

Daily Schedule

7:00 am – 8:00 am Breakfast
8:00 am – 12:15 pm Class
12:15pm – 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 pm – 5:30 pm Class
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Dinner

Group Sadhana is available every morning in the Gurdwara. You are invited and encouraged to attend morning Sadhana. The Sadhana Schedule is:

3:40 AM – 4:00 AM Japji (Prayer)
4:00 AM – 4:45 AM Kundalini Yoga
4:45 AM – 6:00 AM Aquarian Sadhana Mantra Meditation with Live Music
6:00 AM – 7:00 AM Gurdwara Service

One of the traditions of practicing Sikh Dharma is the Gurdwara service. Gurdwara is a spiritual practice that uses devotional songs and uplifting music called Gurbani Kirtan to connect the individual soul with the Infinite. A short Gurdwara service is held each morning at the end of sadhana. A longer service is held on Sunday mornings beginning at 10 a.m.

**Note** There are no course hours on Sunday June 10th. You are free to make your own arrangements for activities that day or join the Espanola Sangat in the Gurwara service or a day or rest.



Food

We offer a delicious and nutritious lacto-vegetarian menu, which often includes vegan choices and organic produce. Meals will be served near the classroom.
Please bring your own dishes (bowl, plate, fork, knife, spoon, mug, cup). Do not bring disposable plates and cups. We take turns serving each other and we all wash our own dishes in the provided dishwashing station.

An important note on meals!
The first meal of the course is dinner, Tuesday June 5th.
The last meal is breakfast on Wednesday June 13th

There are no course hours or meals provided on Sunday June 10th. You are responsible for providing your own meals that day. If you wish to purchase an additional meals package for Breakfast and Dinner on June 10th you will have that option during registration. Langar (free community lunch) is served on Sundays after the Gurdwara service.



Departure

The 21 Stages of Meditation course ends with breakfast on Wednesday June 13th.

Please make sure your plane reservations are booked for either:

• After 9pm on Tuesday June 12th (if you have your own transportation to the airport only.)

• On Wednesday the 13th

You must confirm that a shuttle company can get you to the Albuquerque Airport on time for your flight. These options should give you enough time to get to the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport on the shuttle with time to check in and make your flight home.

If you are staying on for the 3HO Summer Solstice Sadhana Celebration:

Please note: The 21 Stages of Meditation course ends with breakfast on Wednesday June 13th. . You may arrive at the Solstice site no earlier than 1pm on Thursday June 14th.

Please make necessary arrangements for transportation, meals and accommodation between these two events. Helpful Espanola resources here.