Krishna’s Otway Retreat in Bambra, Victoria, Australia | Meditation centre

Krishna’s Otway Retreat

Locality: Bambra, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 5288 7383

Address: 1265, Winchelsea Deans Marsh Road, 3241 Bambra, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.krishnasotwayretreat.com.au/

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24.01.2022 If You Need To Take Some Time Out For Relaxation, This 6 Day Wellness Retreat Will Be Perfect For You! If you're looking to do something unique, different and meaningful to get you back on track, then come and spend a week with us in the foothills of the pristine Otway Ranges. The Complete Self-Improvement 6 Day Retreat might be the answer to your prayers!...Continue reading

23.01.2022 Danger at every step...

21.01.2022 The great divide...

18.01.2022 Hello my friends, We have a very special offer for all of you in lockdown at the moment! We have full sets of the 18 volume Srimad Bhagavatam, the Encyclopaedi...a of spiritual wisdom, available at a very special price. Normally this 18 volume classic would retail for $650, but we have a special offer at the moment due to the COVID-19 situation. Many more people are buying our books online due to having extra time on their hands, and the opportunity to slow down and invest in their spiritual growth. So, we have the Srimad Bhagavatam available for only $500 plus postage. I have been using this classic yoga literature as the guiding compass in my life for over 30 years now, and I highly recommend that you start reading it to further develop your spiritual growth. Please contact me to secure your own copy. Hope youre well. Look forward to hearing from you. Warm regards, Keshava

17.01.2022 Reflecting on my birthday...

17.01.2022 Count your blessings...

17.01.2022 In a world of uncertainty there is only one thing you can do...

16.01.2022 Cause I’m happy

16.01.2022 Hey guys, Im developing a 12 week course entitled the Art of Inner Peace which will be available soon If you have topics and ideas for short courses and mast...erminds you would be interested to join me in then leave your comment below #innerpeacementor #artofinnerpeace #innerpeace #peaceful #peaceofmind #meditation #meditationteacher #meditationcoach #motivationalcoach #howtomeditate #mindfulness #melbourneyoga #melbournehealth #selfdevelopment #innergrowth #melbourneretreats #otwayyoga #retreats #krishnasotwayretreat #melbourneyogaretreats #victoriayogaretreats #bhakti #yoga #wellbeing #covid19 #lifecoach #peace #mentalhealth #depression See more

16.01.2022 How to never get angry...

14.01.2022 The first step...

13.01.2022 NEW DATES!!! For anyone who wants to explore themselves on the deepest level, in the company of like-minded souls, learning about a holistic lifestyle This is for you!... 7pm Friday 25th to 3pm Sunday 27th September 2020 Vedic Astrology and Yoga Retreat! Relaxed, fun and informative classes for those desiring to increase their abilities in understanding the science of Vedic astrology and yoga. Take time away from the hassles of daily life to focus on your physical and emotional health. Set in the foothills of the Otway Ranges, our retreat centre is an ideal place to spend a weekend eating delicious vegetarian food, meeting others and focusing on your wellbeing.

12.01.2022 Please join us for a beautiful day in the country... Tickets are selling fast! Grab your's on the link below ... https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/hare-krishna-valley-open-da

12.01.2022 Live life on your terms...

12.01.2022 Another busy weekend at Krishna’s Otway Retreat, as we hosted a vegetarian cooking and yoga retreat for a group of cool people Simultaneously, other members of our team engaged in cutting around 40 tonnes of wood for our retreat centre over winter In the middle of everything one of our cows, Chandrika, gave birth to her first calf There’s no rest for these servants

11.01.2022 What a day! Craig/Manigriva, and our amazing WWOOFer team, including Geoff and Anna, tidied the small orchard yesterday. Its fully planted out now, with 37 new... young fruit trees like apples, pears, apricots and cherries. The trees are all budding and many are beginning to flower. These guys even mulched the plantings and began installing irrigation. WWOOFers rock! See more

11.01.2022 There was a snake that crawled over a sharp saw and was cut. In anger the snaked wrapped the saw with its thick body and attempted to squeeze the life out of th...e saw. With each angry squeeze the snake felt more pain, but it continued because it wasn’t going to let the saw get away with the pain it was causing. Refusing to let go of the saw, the snake eventually died, without knowing that it needed to let go of the initial pain and focus on the future and where it was going. Instead, the snake lost it’s life and couldn’t even see this coming. Control your anger, forgive those that hurt you, and don’t give people or things power over you. It can ultimately kill you...

11.01.2022 For anyone who wants to begin their new year on a positive note, in the company of like-minded souls, learning about a holistic lifestyle... This is for you! 7pm Friday 8th to 3pm Sunday 10th January 2020... A New Year's Resolution Bhakti Yoga Retreat! Relaxed, fun and informative classes for those desiring to set a positive course for their new year based upon the science of yoga and Ayurveda. Take time away from the hassles of daily life to focus on your physical and emotional health. Set in the foothills of the Otway Ranges, our retreat centre is an ideal place to spend a weekend eating delicious vegetarian/vegan food, meeting others and focusing on your wellbeing. This retreat runs over two nights and two days. As well as learning the secrets of a balanced lifestyle from our ashram leader, Keshava dasa, you will experience the physical and mental health benefits of yoga, with yoga classes lead by master instructor Ari Engelman. Classes include elaborate tuition, useful hints, lifestyle information and history, with the emphasis being on simplicity and fun. Detailed printed notes are provided. The New Year's Resolution Retreat applies the timeless wisdom of ancient India with the positive vision we are striving to achieve in our day to day lives. This retreat affords us the opportunity to enter into the heart of Mother Nature and the time to concentrate on a more meaningful existence in the company of other seekers of inner satisfaction. The New Year's Resolution Retreat will give you the opportunity to participate in mantra meditation, early-morning yoga, health and wellbeing discussions, bush walks, delicious home-made vegetarian/vegan meals, dynamic kirtan and deep relaxation. The workshops will be led by our team of experts who have been participating and teaching the spiritual way of life for the past one or two decades. Their open and loving mood of facilitation allows every individual to feel comfortable and valued during the entire retreat. The New Year's Resolution Retreat will allow us to find balance with our inner selves, and give us the wisdom and strength to live our lives to our fullest potential. This retreat will include: Participatory health and wellbeing classes Information on the benefits of understanding Ayurveda Morning yoga classes All your meals from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch Discussions on mantra meditation, pranayama and yoga An introduction to bhakti yoga and kirtan An opportunity to receive full body massage (at additional cost) 2 nights accommodation in twin-share rooms A visit to our organic vege patch and eco-house Time for a stroll in the surrounding State forest. The cost for the weekend retreat is $345 per person or $295 concession. Special offer: Bring a friend and book by December 15th and you both receive a $50 discount!! To obtain more information or register please contact Keshava on 0405 577 453 or email [email protected]

09.01.2022 Here comes another one...

09.01.2022 Gratitude is the mother of all virtues...

09.01.2022 We’ve been busy with harvesting and shelling our crop of broad beans, and whenever friends or visitors drop by we engage them in helping out with the work. Everyone is commenting how satisfying it is to get back to the simple way of life!

07.01.2022 Anti stress tactics...

06.01.2022 The Festival of Colours, also known as "Holi", is a great day out where coloured powder is thrown over friends and family! The event will be held at the Torquay Front Beach Foreshore, The Esplanade, Torquay, VIC, 3228. A good part of the day will be spent throwing colours. At regular periods we will alert you to throw the packets of coloured powders. For best results, come with a white T-Shirt! During the day we will feature LIVE music, face painting, meditation and free fort...une card reading for your entertainment. For the younger ones, there will be jumping castles and kids activities. This is a cultural event celebrating the oneness of human spirit, and is based upon an ancient festival which finds its origins in India. The God of play, Lord Krishna, would engage in the throwing of coloured powders with His cowherd friends. The festival signifies the blooming of colours which manifest with the arrival of autumn and spring. In order to attract the public to an event which celebrates peace and harmony between humanity and nature, the residents of Hare Krishna Valley are staging this festival for the community of the Surf Coast Shire. This event provides an opportunity for the broader community to discover the way of life of the members of Hare Krishna Valley, and to join them in the celebration of a time honoured festival. We will also have heaps of delicious vegetarian/vegan meals, snacks, chai and drinks available on site. Come with a smile and an empty stomach! http://www.festivalofcolours.com.au/ Checkout our Facebook page to see all the photos and fun we had last year! The Festival of Colours is proudly sponsored by the Surf Coast Shire and the Victorian Multicultural Commission. You may wish to buy the colours online through Eventbrite. Colours are priced at $10 for a packet of 3 colours per person. The colour packets will be given to you at the venue registration table. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/festival-of-colours-torquay Please note the following: You will need to buy the colours - 3 packets at $10. At venue each packet costs $5. You must bring your Eventbrite ticket to the venue to receive your pre-ordered colours. No refunds are possible once colour packets are sold. Snacks and food will be available at $5-$15. No alcohol, drugs, smoking, meat or anger is allowed at the event. Children must be accompanied by parents/guardians. The event will be cancelled in the case of Extreme/Code Red weather conditions. If you are a business and would like to sponsor the event in anyway, please contact us! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/festival-of-colours-torquay

06.01.2022 Do you ever feel like spending a relaxing weekend in the country, soothing your body, eating fantastic food and enjoying wonderful company... Then this is for you! 7pm Friday 16th to 3pm Sunday 18th April, 2021 A Vegetarian Cooking and Yoga Retreat Relaxed, fun and informative classes for those desiring to increase their abilities in choosing and preparing great vegan/vegetarian meals. Take time away from the hassles of daily life to focus on your own physical and emotional h...ealth. Set in the foothills of the Otway Ranges, our retreat centre is an ideal place to spend a weekend eating delicious food, meeting others and focusing on your wellbeing. This retreat runs over two nights and two days. As well as learning the secrets of vegan/vegetarian cooking from our expert vegan chef, Nitai, you will experience the physical and mental health benefits of yoga, with yoga classes lead by master instructor Ari Engelman. Learn how to cook delicious, traditional, yet easy to make dishes from around the world. From bread making to sauces and flavouring methods, this course will provide you with inspiration and ideas that are easily achievable in your own kitchen with the emphasis being on simplicity and fun. Classes include elaborate tuition, shopping hints, nutritional information and history. Detailed printed notes are provided. Using local seasonal vegetables, many of which we grow in our organic vege patch, you will discover the secrets of preparing delicious vegetarian/vegan food. This retreat will include: Hands-on vegetarian/vegan cooking classes Information on the nutritional and healing properties of herbs and spices Morning and afternoon yoga classes Two delicious vegetarian/vegan banquets cooked by you All your meals from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch Discussions on nutrition, ayurveda, food, and yoga An introduction to bhakti yoga and kirtan Recipe ideas and notes 2 nights accommodation in twin-share rooms A tour of our organic garden and eco-house Time for a stroll in the surrounding State forest An opportunity for a 60 minute relaxation massage at $80 (limited places, pre bookings essential and cash only) An opportunity for one on one personalised yoga tuition and routine development. Cost is $80 for a 1 hour session (limited places, pre bookings essential and cash only) The cost for the weekend retreat is $345 per person or $295 concession. Special Offer... bring a friend and you both receive a $50 discount!!! (if you book before December 31st) To obtain more information or register please contact Keshava on 0405 577 453 or email [email protected]. See more

05.01.2022 Our amazing WWOOFer team is installing an irrigation system for summer in the stone fruit orchard. You can see the rows of black pickets supporting black water pipes with sprinkler heads at the tops. The trees are budding and blooming now its Spring

05.01.2022 An invitation...

05.01.2022 #vegan #vegetarian #takeaway Hello my friends Healthy and delicious Hare Krishna vegan/vegetarian food to purchase. Karma free and good for your body and soul ... Please use the link below to order online https://harekrishnavalleymeals.square.site/ We will distribute meals from the following three locations this Friday September 18th. GROW 3/11 Inverlochy St, Anglesea, for takeaway meals on Friday afternoon/evening from 4-6:30pm. Hare Krishna Valley 1265 Winchelsea-Deans Marsh Rd, Bambra, for takeaway meals on Friday afternoon/evening from 4-6:30pm. Sprout and Bean 1/163 Malop St, Geelong, for takeaway meals on Friday afternoon/evening from 4-6:30pm. We would like to thank our friends from GROW andSprout and Bean for their generosity in allowing us use of their space Their example of assisting others in challenging times is truly inspiring! We will continue this service next Friday September 18th and then each Friday night after that. Pre-ordered meals will be available for pickup between 4-6:30pm. Please specify the pick up location you prefer on your online order. Please use the link below to order online https://harekrishnavalleymeals.square.site/ Social distancing of 1.5 m must be strictly followed during pick up and masks must be worn. You must complete your online order by 10am Friday at the latest. The earlier you order the better to streamline the process. There will be a variety of vegan/vegetarian options to choose from online You are welcome to order multiple meals if you would like to stock up for the week Menu Options: Dinner Meal $12 South Indian Dhal and Basmati Rice (Vegan) $12 Mixed Vegetable Curry and Basmati Rice (Vegan) $15 Vegetarian Lasagne (Includes Dairy) (Frozen meal) $12 Vegetarian Shepherds Pie (Vegan) (Frozen meal) Family Option: Receive a $5 discount when you order 5 of the above meals (Please specify meal selection) Feast Meal $15 South Indian Dhal and Basmati Rice with Dessert (Vegan or Dairy Dessert available. Please specify choice) $15 Mixed Vegetable Curry and Basmati Rice with Dessert (Vegan or Dairy Dessert available. Please specify choice) https://harekrishnavalleymeals.square.site/ For all of this to work smoothly we need the commitment of our friends to pre purchase their meals online so that we can predetermine how many people we are cooking for. We look forward to seeing you in one of these locations next Friday Hope youre all well! Warm regards, Keshava

04.01.2022 Hello my friends, who here is interested in working with me to grow in their self awareness and bring balance to their lives?

04.01.2022 Here we go again...hopefully

02.01.2022 As the weather was pleasant yesterday my wife, Atulya, and I decided to beautify the water tanks next to our retreat centre. She chose a Rajasthani inspired cow... design to add character to the vista as one approaches the workshop area. Were trying to make the best use of our time during the lockdown situation! See more

02.01.2022 Please join us for this amazing weekend diving deep into the lifestyle and philosophy of the Hare Krishna movement...

01.01.2022 Hare Krishna Valley is an organic farm and retreat centre based upon the principles of eastern spirituality. Hare Krishna Valley is an organic farm and retreat centre based upon the principles of eastern spirituality and dedicated to demonstrating an example of eco living, organic gardening and the practice of bhakti yoga. On the second Sunday of each month the members of HKV open their doors and hearts to one and all to share their culture and way of life.... Guests arrive at 12 noon, and are greeted with a smile before entering the Temple room to participate in the blessing ceremony, which is accompanied by mantra chanting and dancing. For those who prefer to just sit back and observe, there are comfortable couches provided. We then engage in an enlightening philosophical discussion, which includes questions and answers with one of our senior monks. Sit back and ponder as you are lead on a journey into the meaning of life in a light hearted and sometimes humorous fashion. At 2pm everyone partakes in a mouth watering vegan/vegetarian feast, prepared with love and devotion by some of our expert chefs. Each month offers a new cuisine from around the world, and everyone leaves with a feeling of satisfaction and a full belly! After the feast our guests are welcome to join us for a walk to visit our cows. Our farm follows the principal of ahimsa (non violence), which means our herd live their whole life without fear of being slaughtered. There is ample parking on site, and disability parking is also provided. Please note that this is a family friendly event and no alcohol, drugs, meat or smoking is allowed on the property. Check our website or Facebook page for updates. To confirm your attendance please book via Eventbrite on the link below.

14.12.2021 My wife Atulya has been picking our calendula which will then be transformed into oils and teas that can be purchased by our guests at Krishna’s Otway Retreat. Our team is becoming increasingly expert at creating beneficial natural products grown right here in our organic garden!

22.10.2021 Hi there friends, The Meditation Hut is back, and is ready to gain fresh momentum with a perfect mix of regular attendees and new guests! We would like to invite all of you to the next monthly installment of the Meditation Hut in January.... The program will evolve in it's content from our last session, and will also be suitable for new comers. The evening will include: An introduction into the practice of mantra meditation. Guided meditation practice. Discussions surrounding the benefits and rewards of mantra meditation. A group chanting session accompanied by traditional and modern instruments. An opportunity to meet new friends. A delicious vegetarian/vegan banquet! Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements so that we are sure to cater for you all. When: 6:30pm Friday January 21st. Where: "The Meditation Hut". 11 Tubular Ave, Torquay. Cost: $25 per person, $20 Concession. Pay at the door, limited places available Special Offer: Bring 3 friends and you come for free! RSVP: Limited places are available, so please contact Keshava on 0405 577 453 or [email protected] to confirm your attendance. You can also find us on Facebook http://facebook.com/meditationhuttorquay Please bring an open heart, your smile and an empty stomach... Look forward to seeing you there! Warm regards, Keshava

26.09.2021 The Festival of Colours is back! This awesome festival, also known as Holi, is a great day out where coloured powder is thrown over friends and family! WHEN: 11am-4pm Sunday February 27th, 2022...Continue reading