SK
Susan K.
Chicago
September 2026
The opening weekend in person made the remote weeks that followed feel far more grounded than a purely online course.
NewVerified partnerHybrid4 weeksTransform
Sanskrit Mantra Chanting Course
By Ganges Ghat Ashram Varanasi4.0(1 review)
NewVerified partnerHybrid4 weeksTransform
Sanskrit Mantra Chanting Course
By Ganges Ghat Ashram Varanasi4.0(1 review)
- Duration
- 4 weeks
- Format
- Hybrid
- Packages
- 1
- Cancellation
- Moderate
Overview
A 4-week hybrid course teaching correct pronunciation and meaning of core Sanskrit mantras, with an in-person opening weekend.
Philosophy
Mantra practice grounded in accurate pronunciation and comprehension, not rote repetition without understanding.
Who This Is For
Guests wanting to build a genuine home chanting practice with proper technique.
What's Included
- In-person opening weekend
- 3 weeks of remote weekly sessions
- Recorded reference chanting
- Course booklet
- Physical mala or prayer beads (available to purchase separately)
Itinerary & Packages
4-Week Mantra Course
Full hybrid mantra chanting course.
₹23,500
4 weeks
Day 1
Opening weekend
In-person pronunciation foundations and first mantras.
Day 8
Remote sessions begin
Weekly video sessions building the chanting repertoire.
Guest Reviews
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Policies
Moderate cancellation
Full refund up to 7 days before check-in, 50% up to 3 days before.
₹23,500
per programme
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