Sri M's
2-day Workshop
On
Ashtavakra Gita:
Teachings in the Light of
Sri Ramana Maharshi
07 (Half-day), 08 (Full-day) & 09 (Half-day) Dec 2026
(Mon to Wed)
Note: No Kriya Initiation
Registration Opens on
16 Aug 2026 @ 10am UK Time
IMPORTANT NOTE: Kriya Initiation & Review will NOT be offered as part of this workshop.
We request you to read the instructions carefully before you register. Please follow the link at the bottom of the page to complete the registration process once it opens up.
Enter into the profound wisdom of the Ashtavakra Gita, one of the great texts of the non-dual tradition, through the illuminating perspective of the teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi.
Presented as a dialogue between the sage Ashtavakra and King Janaka, the Ashtavakra Gita points directly towards the nature of the Self and explores some of the deepest questions of spiritual life: Who am I? What is freedom? What creates bondage? What remains when identification with the body, mind, and personality falls away?
Its teaching is direct and uncompromising. Rather than approaching spiritual freedom as something to be attained in the distant future, the text repeatedly invites the seeker to recognise the ever-present nature of pure awareness.
In this immersive two-day workshop, Sri M will explore selected teachings from the Ashtavakra Gita in the light of Sri Ramana Maharshi, whose simple yet profound approach to Self-enquiry directs the seeker inward towards the fundamental root of one's awareness:
“ Who am I ? ”
Through Sri M's practical and accessible explanations, participants will explore how the teachings of these great sages can move beyond philosophical understanding and become a living enquiry into the nature of consciousness, identity, attachment, freedom, and the Self.
The workshop will include spiritual discourses, contemplative practices, meditation, periods of inner reflection, and interactive question-and-answer sessions with Sri M, allowing participants to engage with these teachings both intellectually and experientially.
Rather than accumulating more concepts about spirituality, the teachings invite us to turn our attention towards the one who experiences, to examine the sense of “I”, observe the movements of the mind, and discover the stillness that lies beneath thought.
Join us for two days of profound enquiry and contemplation as Sri M explores the timeless wisdom of the Ashtavakra Gita through the light of Sri Ramana Maharshi's teachings.
Workshop Dates
07 to 09 Dec 2026
(Mon to Wed)
Timings
07 Dec: Half-day session - 1:30 pm to 06:30 pm
08 Dec: Full-day session - 8:00 am to 06:30 pm
09 Dec: Half-day session - 8:00 am to 01:00 pm
( Full schedule will be sent to participants closer to the time )
Venue
Barnhill Community Centre and Social Club,
Main Hall,
Ayles Rd,
Hayes UB4 9HG
Participants
Anyone aged 12 years & above is welcome to register.
A parent or guardian must accompany participants under 18.
Minimum Donation Contribution
Young People (Aged 12–23): £ 186
Adults (Aged 24 and above): £ 236
Note: This donation amount covers only the workshop expenses, Tea/Coffee & Lunch (8 & 9 Dec only). It does not include accommodation, breakfast, dinner or travel costs and no lunch on 7 Dec.
After covering operational expenses, all donations will be directed towards furthering our charitable objectives and establishing a retreat centre here in the UK. Please note that neither Sri M nor any of our trustees/volunteers receive any form of payment.
PAYMENT SUPPORT
We are committed to making our workshops and retreats as accessible as reasonably possible to people of all backgrounds.
The availability and level of any payment plan is entirely at the discretion of The Sacred Grove Foundation. The Foundation reserves the right to approve, decline or determine the appropriate level of assistance, acting reasonably and consistently with its charitable purposes and available grants. The Foundation's decision in this regard will be final.
The Foundation may request reasonable supporting information where necessary to assess an application for financial assistance and reserves the right to withdraw assistance where information provided is materially inaccurate or misleading.
Payment Plans:
A limited number of participants may be permitted to spread the workshop contribution over a period of up to 12 months by standing order, subject to approval and the nature of the booking. This may be particularly helpful for family bookings or for participants registering for multiple workshops or retreats.
Where a payment plan is approved, an initial payment of 40% of the total contribution will normally be required at the time of registration, with the remaining balance payable through agreed monthly instalments.
If you would like to request a payment plan, please indicate this on the registration form. Payment plans are subject to availability, eligibility and approval and should not be regarded as automatically available with every booking.
NOTE: Payment plans are available only to participants who are resident in the United Kingdom and hold a UK bank account from which the agreed standing order payments can be made.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
SAFEGUARDING
The Sacred Grove Foundation is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone.
Before registering, all participants must read our Safeguarding Policy:
https://sacredgrove-foundation.org.uk/safeguarding-policy
By registering for this workshop, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with this policy. Failure to read or review the policy does not exempt participants from complying with it.
Any breach of the Safeguarding Policy may result in immediate removal from the workshop and exclusion from future Foundation events, without refund. Where appropriate, safeguarding concerns may be reported to the relevant authorities. In cases of serious safeguarding breaches, the Foundation may also share relevant information with organisations administering Sri M's programmes where this is lawful, necessary, and proportionate to safeguard others.
CODE OF CONDUCT
All participants are expected to treat Sri M, fellow participants, volunteers, venue staff, and members of the public with kindness, courtesy, and respect.
Before registering, all participants must read our Code of Conduct:
https://sacredgrove-foundation.org.uk/code-of-conduct
By registering, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with this policy. Failure to read or review the policy does not exempt participants from complying with it.
The Foundation reserves the right to refuse admission or remove any participant whose behaviour is disruptive, inappropriate, or inconsistent with the Code of Conduct. In such cases, no refund will be payable.
DATA USAGE & PRIVACY
We are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy.
Before registering, all participants must read our Data Usage & Privacy Policy:
https://sacredgrove-foundation.org.uk/data-usage-policy
Workshop materials, recordings and other resources supplied by the Foundation are provided solely for the personal use of registered participants and must not be copied, shared, uploaded or distributed without prior written permission.
By registering, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to this policy. Your personal information will be processed only for purposes connected with the administration, safeguarding, security, and delivery of the workshop, in accordance with applicable UK data protection legislation. Official photographs and recordings may also be taken and used as described in the policy.
GENERAL GUIDELINES:
The Sacred Grove Foundation does not endorse or promote healing modalities, energy healing practices (such as Reiki), psychic readings, or similar practices as part of its programmes. To maintain the focus of the workshop, participants are kindly requested not to promote, recommend, or engage in discussions relating to such practices, or to advocate for other spiritual traditions, teachers, organisations, or lineages during the workshop. We respectfully ask that all discussions remain centred on Sri M's teachings and the workshop programme.
Please respect the privacy and personal boundaries of all participants. Do not ask others to share personal, medical, spiritual, financial, or family information, nor request or offer unsolicited advice, counselling, healing, or personal guidance. Any interactions should always be respectful & appropriate.
If you witness or experience any behaviour that you believe is inappropriate, makes you feel uncomfortable, or involves the promotion of unauthorised practices or activities, please report it promptly to one of the Foundation's trustees (Reena, Brahma, Karthik, or Jay). All concerns will be treated seriously and handled appropriately, sensitively, and, where possible, confidentially in accordance with the Foundation's Safeguarding Policy.
The workshop provides opportunities to interact with Sri M, although due to practical reasons and time constraints, there will not be any private one-to-one meetings.
Sri M does not charge any fee for his teachings. Those who wish to do so may offer a flower and a coin as Guru Dakshina, in keeping with the traditional expression of gratitude to one's teacher. Such an offering is entirely voluntary. Kindly note that there will not be an opportunity for individual pranams with Sri M during the workshop. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
There are Yoga sessions planned during the workshop, so please bring your yoga mat/cushion. Chairs are also available for those who cannot sit down on the floor.
The facilitators/volunteers of Sri M's UK programmes are all working professionals with full-time day jobs. Therefore, please be patient if we do not respond right away. Please contact via the CONTACT US form or send us a WhatsApp message. Only in case of urgency, please call between 6 pm to 7 pm UK Time.
Registration is mandatory for this event. You are welcome to register for more than one workshop.
Upon registration, an acknowledgement email will be sent to you. Please ensure that your details are accurate. It's important to note that this email does not confirm the reservation of your seat. You will receive a provisional confirmation number email within 2 weeks if your seat is reserved. If your booking cannot be accommodated due to limited availability, you may not receive a provisional confirmation.
We kindly request that you check your spam/junk folder if you have already registered but have not yet received any provisional confirmation before contacting us.
Kindly refrain from submitting duplicate registrations. Should you need to make any adjustments to your registration details, you will find a link in the automated email provided for that purpose.
The workshop is open to participants aged 12 years and above (participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). We would like you to encourage your children (12yrs & above) to benefit from Sri M's workshop and extend the invitation to your family and friends as well. Please note that accompanying parents or guardians must also register and hold a valid ticket for the event, as they are required to remain with the minor at all times.
Once the registration is open, please use a separate form for each participant. One Participant = One Registration Form. If you are booking for a group, please use the same Email address for all participants in the group. Please also use this email address for making payments and any communication.
The registration process will be based on seat availability, and priority will be given to students and participants meeting Sri M for the first time.
If the information provided in the registration form is incorrect or not complete, we reserve the right to cancel your registration.
Participants must attend the full 2-day workshop. Partial payments and partial attendance are not permitted. Unregistered participants are not allowed to attend the workshop and there will not be any on-the-spot registrations on the day of the workshop. Furthermore, each registration is unique and non-transferable.
Participants are required to provide a recent passport-sized digital photograph, which will be used to prepare their Workshop ID card. The ID card must be worn at all times during the workshop.
The participants' photo identity will be checked throughout the workshop. Please kindly bring a valid Student ID and/or government-approved photo ID document such as a Passport, Driving Licence, etc to the workshop.
You are requested to arrive at the venue at 1:30 pm on 7 Dec, 8:00 am on 8 & 9 Dec to complete your ID checks and receive your workshop ID card.
Please wear appropriate attire that provides adequate coverage for the entire body. Loose-fitting and comfortable clothing is recommended to allow ease of movement during yoga asanas and other workshop activities. As the weather may be cold, please bring suitable warm clothing to remain comfortable throughout the event.
Each morning, we will begin our session with YogaM / Meditation with Sri M, on a light stomach. Kindly note that breakfast will not be served.
At The Sacred Grove Foundation, your well-being is our top priority. Before participating in any yoga asanas, pranayama, or other wellness practices. You are responsible for ensuring that participation is appropriate for your own health and physical condition.
If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, injuries, or concerns, we strongly recommend consulting a qualified healthcare professional before joining our sessions.
Please keep all mobile phones and electronic devices switched off or on silent throughout the sessions.
SEATING ARRANGEMENTS:
Seating arrangements will be managed by the organisers, and we kindly ask participants to adhere to these arrangements.
PHOTOS & RECORDINGS:
Participants are not permitted to record Audio / Video and Photographs during the workshop.
Official photography and video recording will take place during the workshop for educational, archival, promotional and charitable purposes. These images and recordings may be published on the Foundation's website, newsletters, social media channels and other official publications.
If you prefer not to appear in close-up photographs or recordings, please inform a member of the AV team and a trustee upon arrival or before photography begins. While we will make every reasonable effort to respect your preference, we cannot guarantee that individuals will not appear incidentally in wide-angle crowd photographs or recordings taken during public sessions.
SPECIAL NOTE:
Guru Mantra and Ham Sau can be learned from the following video as a preliminary Kriya Yoga practice.
Guru Mantra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7frSfHUDOs&t=1s
Please respect the time of other participants by staying focused on the workshop and avoiding unnecessary conversations or off-topic discussions. To support a meditative atmosphere, please maintain silence and serenity at all times.
Embrace this exceptional chance to be in the presence of Sri M. Take ample time to reflect on his teachings during the workshop without letting any moment slip away. This event is organised by volunteers with your support. We humbly request you to be kind to fellow participants and our volunteers and make the best use of the workshop.
The organisers reserve the right to refuse admission to, or remove from the workshop, any participant whose behaviour is disruptive, inappropriate, non-conducive to the programme, or in breach of the Foundation’s policies, or where registration information is found to be inaccurate, incomplete, or inconsistent with the participant’s identification. In such circumstances, participation may be withdrawn without refund.
CANCELLATION / REFUND POLICY:
If you wish to cancel your participation, please reply to your provisional or confirmation email as soon as possible so we can offer the spot to waitlisted participants.
Full Refund minus any bank/admin charges will be given for cancellation requests received on or before 27 Oct 2026. We are unable to process any refunds after 27 Oct 2026.
Requested Refunds will be processed by 27 Dec 2026.
In the unlikely event of a cancellation or significant change to the programme, participants will be informed as soon as reasonably possible and advised of any applicable refund or registration transfer options. The Foundation is unable to reimburse travel, accommodation or other related expenses, so we recommend making flexible or refundable bookings wherever possible.
The Sacred Grove Foundation
Centre for Exploring Consciousness & Holistic Well-being