Hatha Yoga Program - Surya Kriya

Surya Kriya

A yogic practice of tremendous antiquity — a series of 21 steps for health, wellbeing and complete inner wellbeing.

Surya Kriya is a potent yogic practice, designed as a holistic process for health, wellness, and complete inner wellbeing.

"Surya" means "sun," and "kriya" means "inner energy process."

Surya Kriya activates the solar plexus, leading to stability of the body and stillness of the mind. This strong foundation becomes the basis to explore higher dimensions of life.

Surya Kriya is a series of 21 steps, taught as a complete sequence with the correct method.

Surya Kriya learned properly once and practised on your own from then on.

Benefits of regular practice

• Develops mental clarity and focus

• Remedies weak constitutions

• Boosts vigor & vitality

• Balances hormonal levels in the body

• Prepares one for deeper states of meditation

Who it's for

Anyone above 14 years of age can attend.

No previous experience of yoga is required.

There are some restrictions. See Conditions of Attendance and FAQ for more information.

Event Details

Date - Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November 2026 (both days compulsory)

Time - 8.00 - 11 am, both days

Venue - Armagh, 226 Kooyong Road, Toorak (Melbourne)

Contribution

$120 for both days.

Proceeds from the program will be donated to Initiative of Change Australia (IofCA).

About the Teacher

Rakesh Chandra is a classical Hatha Yoga teacher, trained in the Isha tradition of classical yoga. He teaches the traditional practice as it is taught, a structured sequence, practised correctly, rather than adapted into a modern fitness format.

He has completed the Isha Foundation's 6-month classical Hatha yoga teacher training,

Conditions for Attendance

Attendance on both days is mandatory.

Please come with an empty stomach:

• 4 hours gap after a full meal

• 2.5 hours gap after a light meal

• 1.5 hours gap after a beverage or juice

Light refreshment will be provided at 11:00 am.

Please arrive 15 minutes early for registration and seating.

Please bring your own yoga mat where possible.

Due to the nature of this practice, people who fall under any of the following categories are not eligible to participate at this time:

• Women who are currently pregnant

• Anyone who has had a major open surgery in the last 6 months

• Anyone who has had a laparoscopic surgery in the last 6 weeks

Always consult and follow your doctor's advice.

If you have any questions regarding your participation, please contact us.

• Attendance at this program is entirely voluntary.

• Surya Kriya involves physical exertion. By registering, you confirm that you are physically able to participate and that you do so at your own risk.

• If you experience any pain, discomfort, or unusual symptoms during the practice, stop and inform the facilitator immediately.

• The content of this program is for general well-being purposes only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and does not substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please seek medical advice before commencing any new practice.

• Photographs or video may be taken during the program for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to appear in any promotional material, please inform the facilitator or a staff member at the start of the session, and we will make sure you are not photographed.

• The practice begins promptly at 8:00 am on both days. Latecomers may not be able to join the sequence and will be asked to observe the first session before joining in the second. Please arrive 15 minutes early for registration and seating.

All Proceeds from this program will be donated to Initiative of Change Australia (IofCA).

Suriya Kriya is being held at Armagh, the Initiatives of Change Australia-Pacific Centre in Toorak.

Armagh was gifted to IofCA 70 years ago as a base for peace-building, trust-building and ethical leadership programs. This includes reconciliation work with multicultural and migrant communities in Australia for the past 70 years.

IofCA is a not-for-profit organisation registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ABN 22 004 350 789).

IofCA is part of a worldwide movement of people from diverse cultures and backgrounds, committed to being the change we want to see in the world, starting with ourselves. IofCA programs are volunteer-run.

By attending this program, you are directly supporting that work.

Learn more: [ https://iofc.au/ ]