
Heartfulness Odyssey for Personal Excellence
HOPE – USA, is an unique spiritual development program specially designed for north american seekers with curated themes and curriculum based on Sahaj Marg philosophy and practices.
About the course
HOPE program has a unique learning framework supported by customized workbook to have a methodical, experiential and practical approach to deepen Heartfulness spiritual practice using adult learning principles.
EXPLORE: ESTABLISH YOUR SPIRITUAL FOUNDATION
● In-Person training/ workshop at a center near you
● Online follow-up sessions for six months.
EXPERTISE: BUILD YOUR SPIRITUAL PILLARS
● In-Person training/ workshop at a center near you
● Online follow-up sessions for six months.
EXCELLENCE: COMPLETE YOUR SPIRITUAL EDIFICE
● In-Person training/ workshop at a center near you
● Online follow-up sessions for six months.

Each Level Adheres to These Principles.
● Engage in weekly one-to-one meditation with designated trainer.
● Explore finer concepts of Heartfulness through bi-weekly online sessions.
● Reference materials for each level.
● Track your online course via Heartfulness Learning Academy
● Embrace Inner Transformation
Course Features
● Curated Themes and Content
● Reference Literature and Videos
● Phased learning for deeper understanding
● Practical and Experiential approach
● Immersive In-Person training/ workshop
● Online follow-up sessions for six months.
● Reflective and Habit formation Learning Exercises
● Mentor Trainer for Continuous Engagement, Q/A and Clarifications
● Professional and Expert Faculty
Program Outcomes
● Mastering Spiritual Practice
● Integration for Personal Transformation
● Role Modelling Universal Values
● Being Your Best Version
Benefits
● A slow and steady process of spiritual training using modern facilitation techniques and tools
● Expert guidance to maintain regularity with proctor support
● Specialist tracks / content based on interest and profession
● Graduate into expert spiritual practitioner
● Certification at the end of course
Who Can Attend
● Heartfulness practitioners who have tried personally the Heartfulness meditation techniques and tools for 3+
● Self nominated aspirants/ applicants / candidates for preceptor role.
● Preceptors / Trainers who wish to become HOPE program facilitators for their centres.
● Comfortable in English language.
● Keen to invest time and efforts for spiritual practice.
Training Schedule
Center | Details | Timelines |
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Atlanta, GA | In person training session | February 23; March 2, 9, 23, 30; April 6, 13, 20 (8 Sessions) 8:00 AM to 11:15 AM. |
Austin, TX | In person training session | April 12 to May 25, 2025(7 Sessions) |
Brooklyn, NY | In person training session | TBD |
Charlotte, NC | In person training session | March 22, 29, Apr 5, 12,19 (5 sessions), Saturdays, 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
Cleveland, OH | In person training session | TBD |
College Station, TX | In person training session | March 16th |
Dallas, TX | In person training session | Mar 16th - May 11th |
Dayton, OH | In person training session | TBD |
Detroit, MI | In person training session | March 9,16,23,30 |
Fairfax, VA | In person training session | Mar 8th-Apr 5th |
Fremont, CA | In person training session | April 6,13,20,27 May 4,11,18,25 |
Houston, TX | In person training session | TBD |
Monroe, NJ | In person training session | March 1, 8, 22; April 5, 19, May 3, 17 (7 Sessions) |
Orange County, CA | In person training session | March-5,12,19,26 , April- 9,16,23,30 6-8pm (followed by satsangh) |
Orlando, FL | In person training session | TBD |
Philadelphia, PA | In person training session | Mar 22nd - June 14th (7 sessions) |
Raleigh, NC | In person training session | TBD |
Richmond, VA | In person training session | Mar 8th - Apr 5th |
Rockville, MD | In person training session | Mar 1st - Apr 5th |
San Antonio, TX | In person training session | Apr 5th - June 7th (8 Sessions) |
Seattle, WA | In person training session | TBD |
Tampa, FL | In person training session | March 15 - Sep 15th (7 sessions) |