Classical Tantra

At Hridaya, classical Tantra is honored as a living spiritual path that reveals the sacredness of who you truly are. These workshops offer a direct exploration of Awareness and a heartfelt recognition of the Divine permeating all aspects of existence. Rooted in non-dual teachings, like Kashmir Shaivism and the teachings of the Mahavidyas, they nurture Self-Inquiry, inner stillness, and an authentic connection with the Spiritual Heart. Through refined practices and dedicated presence, you’re guided into a transformative intimacy with life. Each workshop is a doorway to greater clarity, depth, and a natural sense of sacredness woven into every moment.

Are you curious about stepping into a journey of classical Tantra— an authentic path deeply rooted in spiritual wisdom?

The Art of Awareness is a 3- or 5-day immersive workshop that supports the recognition of your True Nature through teachings from the Vijnana Bhairava Tantra, a key Tantric text. Led by Hridaya founder Sahajananda, the retreat weaves together meditation, Kundalini visualization, micro-practices, Sufi whirling, Yoga Nidra, and explorations of spanda—the sacred tremor of the Heart. These practices invite you to experience daily life as a gateway to spiritual awakening. The 5-day version offers more profound insights into esoteric teachings, such as the Wheel of the Twelve Kalis and the 36 tattvas, providing a rich introduction to classical Tantra.

Tantric Initiation workshops, guided by co-founder Simona Trandafir, offer a profound introduction to the path of classical Tantra. Each retreat focuses on one of the Dasha Maha Vidyas or the “Ten Great Wisdom Goddesses,” inviting you into a living experience of the Divine Feminine. Through a blend of teachings, mantra initiations, meditation, Hatha Yoga, and ritual practices, these workshops support deep inner transformation and spiritual awakening. By integrating theoretical understanding and embodied experience, the series opens a sacred space to explore the richness of Tantric wisdom and awaken the qualities that lead to greater presence, love, and freedom.

The Tantric Initiations and The Art of Awareness offer a gateway into classical Tantra as a path of spiritual realization. Whether through inner energy work or conscious connection, these workshops create a space for direct experience, Self-Inquiry, and a deeper understanding of what it means to live from the Heart. Rooted in the non-dual vision of Hridaya, they gently reveal how Awareness itself can transform how you relate to yourself, others, and life.