About this Event
Learn Amma's IAM-35 at the Chicagoland Integrated Amrita Meditation Retreat
Experience inner peace through IAM®-35, a transformative 35-minute daily meditation technique. Conceived by world-renown humanitarian and spiritual leader Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi (Amma), the IAM-35 integrates gentle yoga, breath work, sound, and visualization to harmonize the body, mind, intellect, and heart.
Swamini Ambikāmrita Prāna, one of Amma’s most senior meditation instructors, will begin the course with an auspicious Homa (sacred fire ceremony), which is open to all. Swamini will also give a talk on meditation and a Q&A session. The retreat will be led by long-time IAM instructors Radha Katz and Anand Kane.
The benefits of regularly practicing the IAM-35 include:
• Enhanced mental clarity
• Improved focus and self-confidence
• Reduced stress and tension
• Deepened compassion and feelings of harmony
• More stability in an ever-changing world
This technique is beneficial for beginners and experienced practitioners seeking to deepen their spiritual practice. Born from Amma's vision for universal spiritual growth, the IAM-35 helps practitioners navigate daily life while fostering inner transformation.
IAM-35 Weekend Retreat Schedule
The retreat schedule includes optional ashram activities open to all participants.
Early Arrivals: Friday, March 21
6:00 pm: White Flower Meditation (Satsang Hall)
6:30 – 7:30 pm: Bhajans (Satsang Hall)
7:30 pm: Dinner and informal gathering of early arrival course participants (Satsang Hall)
Day I: Saturday, March 22
6:00 – 8:00 am: Ganapathy & Planetary Homa by Swamini Ambikāmrita Prāna (hall to be announced)
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast (Satsang Hall)
9:00 am –1:00 pm: Session 1, Orientation & IAM Instruction (Event Hall)
1:00 – 2:00 pm: Lunch (Satsang Hall)
2:00 – 4:00 pm: Session 2, IAM Instruction (Event Hall)
4:00 pm: Ashram Archana and Satsang with Swamini Ambikāmrita Prāna's Talk (Satsang Hall)
7:00 pm: Ashram Community Dinner (Satsang Hall)
Day II: Sunday, March 23
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast (Satsang Hall)
9:00 – 11:00 am: Session 3, IAM Instruction & IAM-35 Refresher (Event Hall)
11:00 am – 12:30 pm: Q&A with Swamini Ambikāmrita Prāna (Event Hall)
12:30 – 1:30 pm: Light Lunch (Satsang Hall)
1:30 – 3:30 pm: Session 4, IAM Instruction & Closing (Event Hall)
Note: Full participation in all four IAM instruction sessions is required for course completion. Swamini's Q&A is open to Course Participants and to those who attend the 3/23 Refresher.
Ganapathy & Planetary Homa, Saturday, March 22, 6:00 – 8:00 am with Swamini Ambikāmrita Prāna: All are welcome to attend. You can also choose to register for a sankalpa (spiritual resolve) to be made during the Homa on your behalf or for a loved one. For more information, click here.
IAM-35 Refresher, Sunday, March 23, 9:00 – 11:00 am: Those who have previously completed the full IAM-35 course are welcome to join the class to review the IAM-35. To register, click here. All those who attend the Refresher are invited to stay and attend the Q&A with Swamini.
SAVE THE DATE: Follow-Up IAM-35 Refresher, Saturday, April 12, 2:00 – 4:00 pm CDT offered online and in-person. Course Participants are encouraged to attend to deepen and renew their practice. For updates visit: https://us.amma.org/groups/north-america/iam-meditation/events
Location (in-person only):
MA Center Chicago
41W501 Keslinger Road
Elburn, IL 60119
Getting Here: https://us.amma.org/groups/north-america/ma-center-chicago/guides/transportation
Onsite Accommodations: Limited dormitory onsite accommodations are available. For reservations email [email protected] and provide your full name, age, and gender. Cost is $25 per bed each night.
Local hotel information: https://us.amma.org/groups/north-america/ma-center-chicago/guides/hotels
Meals: Vegetarian meals will be available for purchase. When registering, please RSVP for the Friday night dinner or email us at [email protected]
What to bring: Because MA Center is an ashram (spiritual sanctuary) we kindly request that all attendees dress modestly to maintain the sacred atmosphere of the space. Wear modest comfortable clothing suitable for gentle yoga poses. You may wish to bring a yoga mat and/or blanket, meditation cushion, water bottle, and snacks. Chairs and course handouts will be provided. Also, if you wish, bring clothing for the outdoors—during breaks you are invited to stroll and soak in the spiritual atmosphere of the ashram grounds.
Please email us at [email protected] if you have any questions. You must be at least 18 years of age to attend this retreat. Youth IAM Courses are available upon request. For more information about IAM Meditation, including upcoming IAM Courses, Refreshers, and Guided Meditation, visit us.amma.org/iam
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
MA Center Chicago, 41W501 Keslinger Rd, Elburn, United States
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