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Frequently Asked QuestionsQ1: How do I apply for a course?A: You need to send us a completed Application Package. [top] Q2: What are the course expenditures?A: Contact us directly at Bihar Yoga Bharati, Ganga Darshan for more details. [top] Q3: Will I be able to use credit cards?A: No, there are no facilities on campus or locally in the town for credit card use or encashment. Only large cities can cater for credit cards. The closest city for credit card encashment is Kolkata (Calcutta), where there are international banks. [top] Q4: What sort of weather will I encounter during my stay?A: In this part of India the weather can be described as follows:
[top] Q5: What do I need to bring?A: This link provides a complete list of items you will need to bring. [top] Q6: Can I bring a computer?A: It is your choice, however, please note that the Institute does not provide any computer facilities. [top] Q7: How do I get to the ashram once Ive arrived in India?A: There are regular train services from the major cities. This link provides further details and timetables. [top] Q8: What happens if I come to the ashram and decide not to stay?A: To provide as much prior information as possible, each candidate attends a language test, interview and orientation week before course admission, so there is ample opportunity to make the decision whether or not to stay. [top] Q9: Can I leave a course halfway through?A: Yes. [top] Q10: Will I be entitled to a refund if I leave a course?A: No. [top] Q11: What is the mode of assessment?A: 90% attendance in all activities, including formal classes and seva yoga is required in order to qualify for assessment. [top] Q12: What happens if I get sick during my stay?A: All visitors, students, guests and residents must take full responsibility for their own health and welfare. Bihar Yoga Bharati will not be held responsible for any illness, mishap or accident. Basic first aid is available on campus and if required, local doctors are available on request, for which the patient will bear the expenses of the doctor, medication and any further treatment. Ensure that your travel insurance policy will provide full medical coverage during the period of your stay in India. [top] Q13: Can I send and receive emails?A: There is no email facility on campus. [top] Q14: Can I receive mail/parcels?A: Yes, but be aware that parcels may take a long time to reach here, and may not always arrive intact. [top] Q15: Are there public phone facilities on campus?A: Yes, but only during certain hours (to avoid disturbing your routine). The time for phone use may, of necessity, be limited to 3-5 minutes per call. [top] Q16: Can I receive visitors?A: It is not encouraged, however, by special arrangement Saturday visitors may be permitted. [top] Q18: Can I move freely in and out of the ashram?A: Bihar Yoga Bharati courses are intensive and require all students to remain within the ashram for the entire period of the course.This means that for the duration of the course, you will not be able to access external services, including email, banking and shopping. Once you have been accommodated in the ashram, you will need to take proper permission from the administration before going outside of the ashram for any personal requirements.
Q17: Will I be qualified to teach yoga after the course?A: Rather than entitling one to teach yoga, our courses provide a foundation for further study and learning, and develops the inspiration to pursue and deepen ones own practice. [top]
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