What is the Art of Vedic Mantra and Yoga Chanting?
The Art of Sound or Nāda Yoga, Vedic Mantra and Yoga Chanting are oral learning and meditative practices from the rich tradition of Indian spiritual and psychological teachings and practice. Chanting is called adhyayanam and is the art of listening and learning to recite with attention and care and a deep involvement of head, heart and body in the outcome.
Do visit Dharma Downloads for Veda and Yoga Chant Resources
As well as being a key way to learn teachings from the Vedic and Yoga traditions, they integrate body, voice, mind and emotions in the quest for unity with the source from which sound originates. The benefits include learning to read Vedic and Yoga teachings from the inside rather than the outside and refining the ability to learn to listen, thus enhancing attention, memory, patience plus confidence around the use of our voice.
Arising out of Vedic Mantra and Yoga Chanting is the possibility of a deeper reflection on the teaching being chanted, inner silence, both during the practice itself because of the degree of involvement required, and in the stillness afterwards.
In a similar way to other Yoga practices a regular Sound, Vedic Mantra or Yoga chant practice can lead the student to:
- Experience more the intimate relationship between our body, breath, voice, mind and heart.
- Develop a state of attention that allows space for reflection and self-inquiry.
- Access a therpeutic support for our sense of well being and mental focus.
“To share Chanting is to share an experience of silence through listening,
a process of healing, and a link with nature, the deeper self and the divine.”
TKV Desikachar
Study and Training Options
- Individual Lessons
Personal tuition allows students and teachers to study at their own level and speed, and to use traditional and modern approaches. Individual lessons can form the basis of developing or enhancing a personal practice.
To discuss Individual lessons please email Paul or for choices for teachers please check the cYs Chant Register
- Small Group Classes
Small groups allow students and teachers to practice with the added support of others and benefit from the group dynamic. Small group classes can support developing or enhancing a personal practice.
Click to view Vedic Chanting Class Dates on alternate Wednesdays in Bristol with Paul Harvey
- Introductory Art of Mantra and Yoga Chanting Workshop in Bristol
The Introductory Course is designed for Yoga teachers, trainee teachers or interested students wanting to learn and/or teach the Art of Sound, Mantra and Chanting for Group Yoga Classes. All are welcome irrespective of any Yoga background or tradition though some prior experience of Chanting would be helpful.
Download or view the Art of Mantra and Yoga Chanting Introductory Workshop details as a PDF file
- Foundation Art of Mantra and Yoga Chanting Workshop in Bristol
The Foundation Course is designed for Yoga teachers, trainee teachers or interested students wanting an in-depth training to learn and/or teach the Art of Sound, Mantra and Chanting for Individuals or Group Yoga Classes. All are welcome irrespective of any Yoga background or tradition though completion of an Introductory Mantra and Yoga Chanting Workshop is necessary.
Download or view the Art of Mantra and Yoga Chanting Foundation Workshop details as a PDF file
The Art of Vedic Mantra and Yoga Chanting Programme
What is the Art of Vedic Mantra and Yoga Chanting?
The Art of Sound or Nāda Yoga, Vedic Mantra and Yoga Chanting are oral learning and meditative practices from the rich tradition of Indian spiritual and psychological teachings and practice. Chanting is called adhyayanam and is the art of listening and learning to recite with attention and care and a deep involvement of head, heart and body in the outcome.
Do visit Dharma Downloads for Veda and Yoga Chant Resources
As well as being a key way to learn teachings from the Vedic and Yoga traditions, they integrate body, voice, mind and emotions in the quest for unity with the source from which sound originates. The benefits include learning to read Vedic and Yoga teachings from the inside rather than the outside and refining the ability to learn to listen, thus enhancing attention, memory, patience plus confidence around the use of our voice.
Arising out of Vedic Mantra and Yoga Chanting is the possibility of a deeper reflection on the teaching being chanted, inner silence, both during the practice itself because of the degree of involvement required, and in the stillness afterwards.
In a similar way to other Yoga practices a regular Sound, Vedic Mantra or Yoga chant practice can lead the student to:
Study and Training Options
Personal tuition allows students and teachers to study at their own level and speed, and to use traditional and modern approaches. Individual lessons can form the basis of developing or enhancing a personal practice.
To discuss Individual lessons please email Paul or for choices for teachers please check the cYs Chant Register
Small groups allow students and teachers to practice with the added support of others and benefit from the group dynamic. Small group classes can support developing or enhancing a personal practice.
Click to view Vedic Chanting Class Dates on alternate Wednesdays in Bristol with Paul Harvey
The Introductory Course is designed for Yoga teachers, trainee teachers or interested students wanting to learn and/or teach the Art of Sound, Mantra and Chanting for Group Yoga Classes. All are welcome irrespective of any Yoga background or tradition though some prior experience of Chanting would be helpful.
Download or view the Art of Mantra and Yoga Chanting Introductory Workshop details as a PDF file
The Foundation Course is designed for Yoga teachers, trainee teachers or interested students wanting an in-depth training to learn and/or teach the Art of Sound, Mantra and Chanting for Individuals or Group Yoga Classes. All are welcome irrespective of any Yoga background or tradition though completion of an Introductory Mantra and Yoga Chanting Workshop is necessary.
Download or view the Art of Mantra and Yoga Chanting Foundation Workshop details as a PDF file