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A 7 Day Devotional Journey into Divine Relationship Archetypes
Bhakti is the path of sacred relationship. In the yogic tradition, the divine pairs—Saraswati & Brahma, Lakshmi & Vishnu, Radha & Krishna, Sita & Rama, Shiva & Parvati, and Shiva & Lalita—reveal profound teachings about love, devotion, balance, and awakening. Each partnership reflects sacred qualities that live within us and offer guidance for how we relate to the Divine, to ourselves, and to others.
Through sacred stories, mantra, kirtan, ritual, and embodied devotional practices, the Bhakti Beloved Retreat invites you on a journey into the heart of these teachings. Together we will explore how these archetypal energies awaken deeper love, compassion, wisdom, and connection in our lives.
Held at the sacred waters of Lake Atitlán at Villa Sumaya, this retreat is an opportunity to step out of your daily life and into a living experience of devotion and belovedship.
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WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE
Experience the Heart of Bhakti
Sacred Kirtan & Devotional Music
Open your heart through uplifting kirtan, sacred chanting, and devotional music. Experience the transformative power of mantra as a pathway to joy, connection, and spiritual awakening.
Bhakti Practices & Sacred Ritual
Immerse yourself in timeless bhakti traditions through meditation, mantra, prayer, and sacred ritual. These practices create space for deeper presence, gratitude, and loving connection with the Divine.
Community, Connection & Reflection
Share meaningful conversations, group experiences, and heartfelt moments within a supportive spiritual community. Discover the beauty of authentic connection and the nourishment that comes from walking the path together.
What to Expect?
You’ll be guided to:
- Open and trust your devotional voice through mantra & kirtan
- Experience bhakti as relationship—with the Divine, yourself, and community
- Learn chants, meanings, and embodied ways to practice devotion daily
- Enter ritual spaces that awaken tenderness, reverence, and inner beauty
- Soften protective layers and reconnect with love as your natural state
- Be held in a safe, supportive sangha devoted to authenticity and heart
Our days will include:
- Morning yoga practices themed to each Beloved.
- Vocal opening and mantra sessions
- Bhakti wisdom talks & story medicine
- Ritual, prayer, and devotional ceremonies
- Evening kirtans by candlelight
- Spacious time for rest, reflection, and the magic of the lake
The Weekly Devotional Arc
Six days. Six divine energies. One heart opening to the Beloved.
We begin at the source. Saraswati and Brahma invite us into clarity, intention, and divine listening. This day is about opening the channel: refining our voice, aligning mind and heart, and remembering that devotion begins with attunement.
Here we explore bhakti as being held by life. Lakshmi and Vishnu teach devotion through trust, abundance, service, and steady presence. We soften into receptivity, learning to receive grace as much as we offer love.
The heart of bhakti. Radha and Krishna awaken ecstatic devotion. Love fueled by longing, intimacy, and divine play. This day opens emotional expression, vulnerability, and devotional singing from the depths of the heart.
Sita and Rama embody steadfast love and dharmic devotion. This day explores devotion through commitment, courage, and faith, especially during challenge and uncertainty.
This day is about balance—silence and sound, devotion and embodiment. Shiva and Parvati teach us how love integrates transcendence and intimacy, discipline and surrender.
We culminate in the non-dual heart of bhakti. Lalita and Shiva awaken devotion that is radiant, embodied, and sovereign—where love, power, beauty, and awareness merge.
Your Luxurious Destination
Villa Sumaya is a world-renowned eco-retreat center nestled on the tranquil shores of Lake Atitlán, Guatemala — a lake considered one of the most energetically charged places on Earth. Surrounded by majestic volcanoes and vibrant indigenous culture, the center offers a serene andEach room is artfully designed with local textiles and cozy touches, offering stunning views of the lake or lush gardens. For this reason, I wanted to offer you the opportunity for you to select your room.
Enjoy organic, lovingly prepared vegetarian meals, daily yoga space, a healing spa, hot tub, ceremonial spaces, and a welcoming community. With no roads and no cars, Villa Sumaya is only accessible by boat — adding to the sense of sacred seclusion and timelessness.
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Why Ananda Das As Your Guide?
Ananda Das is a musician, yoga teacher, and founder of the Modern Bhakti Yoga Academy who loves helping people discover the joy, freedom, and power of their own voice. Whether through singing, kirtan, mantra, yoga, or meditation, his mission is simple: to help people experience a deeper connection to themselves, each other, and the Divine.
Since picking up the guitar in 2000, Ananda has been sharing music that invites people to sing from the heart rather than perform for perfection.
His workshops blend practical vocal training, musical skills, yogic wisdom, and devotional practices into an experience that is uplifting, transformational, and a whole lot of fun. Whether you're convinced you "can't sing" or you're an experienced musician, you'll leave feeling more confident, inspired, and connected.
For nearly two decades, Ananda has immersed himself in the path of yoga and bhakti, weaving ancient practices into an accessible, modern approach for today's spiritual seekers. His music has reached listeners around the world with more than 80 released tracks and over 3 million streams, while his live trainings and retreats continue to inspire students to find their own authentic expression.
In 2021, he founded the Modern Bhakti Yoga Academy, an international community offering immersive trainings, online courses, mentorship, and a membership dedicated to singing, kirtan, bhakti, and embodied spiritual practice. Through the Academy, he also mentors aspiring kirtan leaders and teachers, helping them develop not only their musical skills, but the confidence and presence to share from the heart.
Ananda has been teaching Kundalini Yoga since 2006 and completed his 300-hour certification in the Himalayan tradition of Sattva Yoga in 2020. Alongside years of dedicated study in mantra, meditation, philosophy, and devotional traditions, he holds a bachelor's degree in International and Sustainable Business with a minor in East Asian Religions.
Whether leading a festival crowd in joyful chant, guiding an intimate retreat, or coaching students one-on-one, Ananda's greatest passion is creating spaces where people can awaken their voice, open their hearts, and discover that devotion isn't something you perfect—it's something you live.
Earn 70 Hours Yoga Alliance Credit
This training also offers 50 hours of Yoga Alliance credits and counts towards the completion of the Modern Bhakti Yoga Academy 300-hour certification. Whether you're aiming to complete the full 300-hour certification or simply wish to experience this unique training, you're welcome to join. *Please note that the credits will be an additional $100.
Reserve Your SpotSample Daily Schedule
Schedule may vary slightly each day depending on the theme, group flow and outings.
Morning Yoga, Meditation & Pranayama
Breakfast
Bhakti Teachings & Sacred Stories
Exploring the day's deity pairing, philosophy, symbolism, and teachings.
Rest, Integration & Lake Time
Swim, sauna, journaling, massage, or simply relax and enjoy Lake Atitlán.
Lunch
Rest, Integration & Lake Time-Swim, sauna, journaling, massage, or simply relax and enjoy Lake Atitlán
Singing, Mantra & Kirtan Practice
Devotional Practices & Ritual
Guided practices, partner exercises, mantra meditation, and sacred ritual aligned with the day's theme.
Dinner
Evening Kirtan or Free Time
Sacred Outings & Exploration
Beyond our daily practices, we’ll also take time to explore the beauty and culture surrounding Lake Atitlán, one of the most spiritually vibrant places in the world. These outings offer an opportunity to integrate our practices while connecting with the land, the lake, and the rich Mayan traditions of the region. Possible excursions may include:
Boat Trip Across Lake Atitlán
Explore nearby villages and experience local culture.
Traditional Weaving
Visiting local artisan markets and traditional weaving communities
Nature Hike
A nature hike through the lush hills surrounding the lake
Swimming, Sauna & Relaxation
Time to enjoy swimming, sauna, or relaxation by the water
Arrival Guide to Villa Sumaya
1. International Arrival
2. Ground Transportation to Panajachel
3. Boat from Panajachel to Villa Sumaya
4. Arrival at Villa Sumaya
5. Local Tips
Registration
It's important to note the following details regarding the deposit for your stay:
Payment Plans Available
Select the room style you want and then upon check out there is the option for a payment plan or to pay in full.
Cancellation Policy:
Please be aware that all payments made are non-refundable. Should you need to cancel, payments can be used for a future trainings or retreats.
For inquiries or to schedule a free consultation call, please email AnandaDasEvents@yahoo.com
Understanding these terms will help you plan accordingly and make informed decisions regarding your booking and potential changes to your travel plans. This policy is designed to be fair and transparent, acknowledging the complexities of event planning while also considering the needs and circumstances of our participants.
Follow the Call of Your Heart
If your heart feels drawn to this journey, trust that call. Join us at the sacred waters of Lake Atitlán for a week of mantra, devotion, sacred teachings, and heart-centered community.
If your heart feels drawn to this journey, trust that call. Join us at the sacred waters of Lake Atitlán for a week of mantra, devotion, sacred teachings, and heart-centered community.Spaces are limited to keep the experience intimate. Reserve your spot and step into this devotional journey with us.
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Step into a transformative retreat experience designed to awaken your heart, expand your voice, and reconnect you to devotion.
