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Upcoming Practitioners
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Joseph Emmett
Explore Your Inner Self with Vedanta
Join us for a transformative journey into Vedanta, an ancient Indian philosophy with renowned visiting practitioner Joseph Emmett.
Joseph brings over 30 years of experience studying and teaching Vedanta. He is the founder of a non-profit foundation dedicated to sharing Vedantic wisdom worldwide.
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Past Practitioners
Dharana at Shillim aims to consistently enrich your understanding of Wellness, Health, and Living as a whole with an introduction to age-old philosophies and new ideas alike. Bringing these introductions are the Visiting Practitioners, experts exploring newer dimensions of wellness and approaches to better living.
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Dr. Sujata Singhi
A best-selling author, TEDx Speaker, and certified life coach, Dr. Sujata Singhi has channelled more than a hundred meditations and conducts workshops on ancient Vedic wisdom, the science of sound, and Dhyana yoga.
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Dr. Sujata Singhi
A best-selling author, TEDx Speaker, and certified life coach, Dr. Sujata Singhi has channelled more than a hundred meditations and conducts workshops on ancient Vedic wisdom, the science of sound, and Dhyana yoga.
Harshh Verma
An inspiring journey of resilience, Harshh Verma found his way to the Shaolin Temple seeking healing and recovery, only to ingrain their philosophies of meditation, martial arts, and herbal medicine. Today, Harshh Verma cultivates the Shaolin Way Of Life in students, imparting insights beyond contemporary medicine.
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Harshh Verma
An inspiring journey of resilience, Harshh Verma found his way to the Shaolin Temple seeking healing and recovery, only to ingrain their philosophies of meditation, martial arts, and herbal medicine. Today, Harshh Verma cultivates the Shaolin Way Of Life in students, imparting insights beyond contemporary medicine.
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Constantine Baecher and Kaitlyn Gilliland
Professional dancers, choreographers, and wellness experts, Constantine Baecher and Kaitlyn Gilliland explores the physical and spiritual practices, meditation, and repetitive movement that help develop and access the body as a sanctuary.
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Constantine Baecher and Kaitlyn Gilliland
Professional dancers, choreographers, and wellness experts, Constantine Baecher and Kaitlyn Gilliland explore the physical and spiritual practices, meditation and repetitive movement that help develop and access the body as a sanctuary.
Prasad Rangnekar
The founder of the reputed Yoga Prasad Institute, Prasad Rangnekar, promotes Yoga as a science of accepting, transforming and evolving towards one’s true nature, that of love, freedom and bliss. Considered a ‘Teacher of Teachers’ Prasad Rangnekar is one of the finest foremost yoga educators and transformation guides.
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Prasad Rangnekar
The founder of the reputed Yoga Prasad Institute, Prasad Rangnekar, promotes Yoga as a science of accepting, transforming and evolving towards one’s true nature, that of love, freedom and bliss. Considered a ‘Teacher of Teachers’ Prasad Rangnekar is one of the finest foremost yoga educators and transformation guides.
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Erin Gee
An experimental composer and vocalist, Erin Gee drew upon the sounds of Shillim itself for inspiration and as sources for the actual sonic structures of a piece. In her residence at Dharana Shillim, Erin Gee listened to the environment, producing unique bio-acoustic recordings.
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Vicky Colombet
A renowned French-American artist, Vicky Colombet’s work is abstract yet suggestive of landscapes, topographies, the erosion of earth and its ephemeral elements. Engaging with the healing power of nature, she immersed herself in the Shillim landscape, sketching and studying the geology of the valley.
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Luca Sonzogni
An alumnus of the College of Naturopathic Medicine, London, Luca Sonzogni is a leading authority on the concept of detox. His nutritional guidance and detox consultation have led to a healthier digestive system, immunity, blood pressure and an enhanced body as a whole.
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Luca Sonzogni
An alumnus of the College of Naturopathic Medicine, London, Luca Sonzogni is a leading authority on the concept of detox. His nutritional guidance and detox consultation have led to a healthier digestive system, immunity, blood pressure and an enhanced body as a whole.
Dr. Nandita Shah
As a founder of the Sanctuary for Health and Reconnection to Animals and Nature (SHARAN), Dr Nandita Shah is acutely concerned with an ecologically sustainable and compassionate lifestyle. Her focus is comprehending how nutrition and lifestyle have the ability to transform health and practically apply it to everyday lives.
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Dr. Nandita Shah
As a founder of the Sanctuary for Health and Reconnection to Animals and Nature (SHARAN), Dr Nandita Shah is acutely concerned with an ecologically sustainable and compassionate lifestyle. Her focus is comprehending how nutrition and lifestyle have the ability to transform health and practically apply it to everyday lives.
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Enric Ruiz-Geli
Barcelonian architect Enric Ruiz-Geli and his interdisciplinary team focus on the interface between architecture and art, digital processes and technological material development. At the Shillim Valley, he provided farmers and students alike with a new perspective regarding ecological systems, the flow of energy, and mindfulness regarding biotic activity.
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Enric Ruiz-Geli
Barcelonian architect Enric Ruiz-Geli and his interdisciplinary team focus on the interface between architecture and art, digital processes and technological material development. At the Shillim Valley, he provided farmers and students alike with a new perspective regarding ecological systems, the flow of energy, and mindfulness regarding biotic activity.
Ashtar Tashi
Ashtar Tashi’s faith in humanity has rewarded her with unconditional love as a leading spiritual guide. In turn, she spiritually connects with individuals, giving them the energy of love and the joy of spirit.
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Ashtar Tashi
Ashtar Tashi’s faith in humanity has rewarded her with unconditional love as a leading spiritual guide. In turn, she spiritually connects with individuals, giving them the energy of love and the joy of spirit.
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DHARANA EMBRACE
For Adults Only
Embrace Wellness guided by Dharana’s Expert Practitioners, with a specially curated programme designed to address your individual requirements. Your Dinacharya will include daily yoga, meditation, treatments and activities that will help you conserve, sustain and heal.
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Dharana Experience
FOR EVERYONE
Gain a new perspective on Lifestyle and Better Living at Dharana Experience. As directed by an individualised Dincharya, participate in a host of activities and treatments on the most attainable path to Wellness.
STEP INTO THE DHARANA WAY OF LIFE
A Multi-faceted Wellness Programme, a holistic journey towards health and longevity, in the lap of nature… All begins with you.