Rules/Regulations of Workshop
Q1: Is the Entry Pass valid for all five days? Do you have entry pass for one day only?
A1: Entry Pass includes entry to all morning sessions. Entry pass for individual days are not available.
Q2: What are the rules for participation in the yoga workshops?
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All participants will be responsible for obtaining consent from their doctor before participating in the yoga sessions. |
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Suitable clothing is advised. Women are advised to wear light color clothes (salwar-kameez) or gym wear and Men are requested to wear kurta pajamas or loose gym wear/jogging wear. Women and Men are recommended to avoid wearing any dark colorss, jewelry (especially nose rings), etc. |
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All participants will be required to display proper identification to gain entry into the workshops. |
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For health and safety reasons Children under the age of 10 are not allowed and upto the age of 18 are only allowed if accompanied with their parents. |
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Participants are strongly advised to come in the morning after completing the morning ablutions and on an empty stomach for maximum results. |
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Participants are recommended not to eat/drink anything for around 4 hours before attending the Workshop, except water. |
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Q3: Do I need to bring any photo ID?
A3: Yes. Photo ID is required on 1st day of the event.
Program Details
Q3a: Is there any baby-sitting services available?
A3a: Yes. Baby-sitting services will be available during camp hours (6 to 9 am) for 4+ years old children @$5/day. 2 days advance notice is required.
Q4: What language is Swami Ramdev going to speak?
A4: Swami Ramdev will speak in Hindi and some English. Most people usually follow his instructions with ease but we suggest Non-Hindi understanding people to watch his DVD in English on Aasanas/Paranayama before coming to Yog Camp for the maximum benefit from this camp. You may place your order for the DVD (cost is $20) by contacting Indra Singhal @ 281-537-0018 or sending an e-mail to yogacamphouston@gmail.com.
Q5: Are there going to be any refreshments served? Can we buy food there?
A5: No food is recommended before or during yoga. Madras Pavilion will provide healthy food (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) at a nominal charge at the campsite after the camp.
Q6: Is there parking available at the events?
A6: There is ample parking available (open and covered for additional fees of approx. $7 to $10 each time).
Q7: Can we meet Swami Ramdev in person?
A7: Since this is a public event and we expect a large number of people to attend, Swami Ramdev will not have any time to meet everyone personally.
Q8: What are the schedules for the morning sessions?
A8: The morning session will be from 6am to 9am. Please arrive 60 minutes early on the 1st day to collect registration packet etc. After the 1st day please arrive 30 minutes prior to starting.
Q9: Do we have to sit on the floor to do Yoga?
A9: Yes. All seating unless otherwise specified will be FLOOR SEATING ON A 1/4" thick Yoga mat. Please don’t bring your own Yoga mats, blanket etc. However for people having trouble sitting on the ground, a special arrangement for chair seating has been done on prior requests while registering for the camp. But please note that chairs cannot be placed in the middle of the seating plan and would be arranged only on the sides.
Q10: Outside of the yoga session, is there any other entertainment planned?
A10: The Yoga session is for approx 3 hrs, from 6 AM to 9 AM and there are no other activities scheduled at this time.
Miscellaneous
Q11: I have this particular disease; can Swami Ramdev treat it?
A11: Yoga & meditation taught by Swami Ramdev has benefited many people improve their general health. By practicing yoga taught by Swami Ramdev with proper combination of meditation, diet and general lifestyle adjustment it is expected to benefit in one form or another. However, please be guided by the disclaimer.
Q12: Where do the net proceeds going to be utilized?
A12: Net proceeds from this camp are going to be utilized for various educational and charitable activities including promotion of research in health related fields.
To read more about his charities, please click on the following link:
http://www.divyayoga.com
Registration Details
Q13: Can we get a refund?
A13: Refunds will be made if cancellation request is received in writing by mid night June 15, 2008. No refund requests will be accepted after June 15, 2008. Refund checks will be mailed within 60days. A processing fee of 5% will be deducted from the refund amount.
Q14: If I register for 5 days camp. Can I come for say 2 days and someone else come for other 3 days?
A14: NO. The person, who registers the first day, must attend rest of the days. If he misses few days, there is no replacement or refunds.
Q15: What is difference between $500 and $100 passes.
A15: $500 section is closest to the stage and so on. This is a very fair method for the ones who wish to be in the front during the Shivir.
All the expenses ( range of $250,000.00) are responsibility of organizers. Business and Personal Sponsorships are supporting us.
Travel/Hotels
Q16: Do you have any accommodations available for the events?
A16: Yes. Please see details under Travel/Hotels section on the home page. |
