Yoga Vacation Program
April 22 — 24, 2027

Darśanam: Renewing Your Inner Practice

Gary Kraftsow

Every spiritual tradition offers a way of seeing the world. These perspectives, or Darśanas (“ways of seeing”), shape how we understand ourselves, our relationships, and our place in the universe. Yet many of the assumptions that guide our lives remain unconscious, quietly influencing our thoughts, decisions, and spiritual practice. By bringing these inner lenses into awareness, we can move beyond their limitations and open ourselves to greater clarity, freedom, and insight.

In this illuminating program, you’ll explore the foundational philosophical traditions of Vedanta—including Dualism, Qualified Non-Dualism, and Non-Dualism—and discover how each offers a unique perspective on the nature of reality and the path of yoga. Rather than approaching these teachings as abstract philosophy, you’ll learn how they serve as practical frameworks for deepening self-inquiry, meditation, and daily life. As you examine these timeless teachings alongside your own worldview, you’ll gain a richer understanding of both.

Whether you are new to Vedic philosophy or have been practicing yoga for years, this program offers an opportunity to renew your inner practice from the inside out. By understanding the wisdom behind the teachings, you’ll move beyond concepts into direct experience—awakening a deeper relationship with yourself, your practice, and the Living Presence that underlies all traditions. Leave with renewed inspiration, expanded awareness, and practical insights to support your spiritual journey.

Offered as 4 satsangs and 2 workshop (subject to change).

The presentations associated with this Yoga Vacation Program begin with an 8pm satsang on the first day of the program and conclude with an 8pm satsang on the last day of the program.  Click here to read more about the Yoga Vacation Program details and view the ashram schedule for yoga classes and meals during your stay. We suggest you arrive at least one day prior to the start of your program for the optimal experience.

Gary Kraftsow has been an innovator in the transmission of yoga for health, healing, and personal transformation for over 40 years. He began his study of yoga in India with T.K.V. Deśikācar in 1974 and received a Viniyoga Special Diploma from Viniyoga International in Paris, France in 1988.

Gary graduated with a BA, Magna Cum Laude, from Colgate University in 1976 and received his Masters Degree in Psychology and Religion from the University of California at Santa Barbara in 1983. Around that time, he opened Maui School of Yoga Therapy. In 1999, he founded the American Viniyoga Institute, LLC. Since then, he has become a renowned speaker and teacher of the Viniyoga methodology at many conferences and schools nationally and internationally.

Gary has successfully developed protocol for two National Institutes of Health studies: “Evaluating Yoga for Chronic Low Back Pain” and “Yoga Therapy for Generalized Anxiety”, as well for the “Mind-Body Stress Reduction in the Workplace” clinical trial for Aetna Insurance Company.

He is the Director and Senior Teacher of the American Viniyoga Institute (AVI®), the author of two books published by Penguin: Yoga for Wellness and Yoga for Transformation, and author of four educational DVD’s: Viniyoga Therapy for Low Back, Sacrum and Hips and Viniyoga Therapy for Upper Back, Neck and Shoulders, Viniyoga Therapy for Depression, and Viniyoga Therapy for Anxiety. He has also produced multiple online workshops: Āsana Unlocked, Pranayama Unlocked, Meditation Unlocked, Yoga Therapy for Depression, Yoga Therapy for Better Sleep, and Yoga Therapy for Anxiety. He is currently creating the AVI Digital Library which offers both live and on-demand classes.

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