The Kriya Module is the first step in a training path run by Ritika. Part 1 (18–21 February 2027) is the retreat: four days of Kriya practice, meditation, breath work and teaching on the yogic background. Part 2 (21–24 February 2027) is for people who want to teach. It goes back through each Kriya and breaks it down so you can guide others. Together the two parts make up a seven-day Yoga Teacher Training module.

The days build on each other. You start with the foundations of Kriya Yoga and simple breath awareness. From there you move into pranayama, the idea of prana and the subtle body, and seated meditation, with some preparatory movement and asana to make sitting easier. Later sessions cover concentration, and why discipline and regular practice (sadhana) matter. You repeat the practices over several days rather than trying each one once.

What sets this apart from a general yoga retreat is the initiation. In traditional yogic lineages, initiation marks a formal commitment to a practice rather than just learning a method. Ritika walks the group through the preparation, background and practices connected with it during the four days.

The schedule mixes practice, teaching, quiet reflection and time to let things settle, so it isn't just back-to-back sessions. Expect guided periods of silence and contemplation. By the last day you should have a structured home practice you can keep going.

The venue is Sanctuary Burringbar, in the green hills of the Tweed hinterland in northern New South Wales. It's within reach of the Byron Bay and Gold Coast areas. You can attend as a daytripper or stay on site in a shared or single room.

Previous Kriya experience isn't needed. Practising yogis who've mostly done asana-based classes will find this a step into breath and meditation work. Yoga teachers can add the Part 2 teaching pathway. Daily timings, meal details and accommodation specifics are still to be confirmed by the organiser.

What's included

- Four days of Kriya Yoga and meditation teaching with Ritika (Part 1) - Kriya initiation - Daily pranayama, meditation and preparatory asana - Teaching sessions on prana, the subtle body and sadhana - Guided periods of silence and contemplation - A structured home practice to continue after the retreat - Teaching pathway and Kriya breakdown (Part 2 / Full YTT bookings) - Shared or single room accommodation (accommodation packages only)

What's not included

- Travel to and from Burringbar - Accommodation for daytripper bookings - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - The Mantra Module (booked separately)

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