About
Presenters
Vasanti dasi
Vasanti dasi was initiated by Srila Bhaktivedanta Narayana Gosvami Maharaja in May, 2000. Since then, she has dedicated her life to full-time devotional service and the practice of bhakti-yoga. Assisting her mentor, Srimati Syamarani (Jadurani dasi), as a personal assistant and secretary, Vasanti is also part of Gaudiya Vedanta Publications, serving the production and distribution of Srila Narayana Maharaja’s books. In 2008 she founded the International Pure Yoga Society Prison Outreach program, sharing bhakti-yoga with thousands of inmates nationwide. Under the guidance of her spiritual master, she continues to assist Syamarani didi in all her various projects, recently opening a beautiful bhakti-yoga center and bhakti art gallery in Miami.
Manjari dasi
Manjari dasi is a speaker, singer, artist, and an ambassador for sacred music known as kirtan. She aspires to offer people an experience of deep connection and transformation of consciousness through transcendental sound vibration. A dedicated brahmacharini and disciple of Srila Bhaktivedanta Narayana Gosvami Maharaja, she divides her time between India and North America, presenting the beautiful teachings, art, and culture of bhakti-yoga and Sanatana Dharma with everyone she meets. Joining forces with fellow visionaries, she established the Rupa-Sanatana Gaudiya Foundation to nourish spiritual communities, promote education and publishing, and to support women in bhakti.
Anuradha dasi
Anuradha dasi (aka Asha) was born and raised in the Gaudiya Bhakti Yoga tradition in a kirtan-focused family. As a small girl, she gravitated towards percussion, specifically of the mridanga, a clay drum hailing from West Bengal, India, which is used in traditional Gaudiya kirtan. She hopes more women will learn the art of mridanga playing, as it fosters a combination of both grace and strength. When Anuradha is not performing her kirtan seva, she works as a doctor of physical therapy, sharing with her patients and clients about holistic health and wellness.
Jodie Jivanti
Jivanti Jodie is a yoga teacher, reiki master teacher, crystal healer, and musician from Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey. She discovered the healing powers of yoga during a challenging time in her life, finding immediate peace and a renewed sense of purpose. After completing her 200-hour yoga training, she began extending the positive impact of yoga to others. She now manages her own yoga studio called Shanti Revolution, incorporating sound healing into her practice. Jodie is committed to giving back to her community and supports those struggling with dementia as the events manager for the nonprofit, Earth Angels. She is now embarking on a new journey as a leader for other aspiring yoga learners and teachers.
Syamarani didi
Zoom Guest Speaker
Syamarani dasi, also known as Jadurani dasi, is a renowned Bhakti Art painter and one of the most prominent and stalwart teachers of bhakti-yoga in modern times. She is a revered spiritual guide and leader, currently based in Miami, Florida, where she has established an ashram and bhakti art gallery. Syamarani dasi is an early disciple of Srila A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder-acharya of ISKCON, and she is a prominent student of Srila Bhaktivedanta Narayana Gosvami Maharaja. In 2018, she received the Humanitarian Award from Deepak Chopra at the Bhakti-Fest for her exceptional devotional art — spanning over five decades and touching millions of lives around the world, and for her efforts to alleviate suffering through the teachings of bhakti yoga.
Venue
Shanti Revolution Yoga Shala is a yoga studio and healing center founded by Jodie Goff, located in Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey. Shanti Revolution provides a safe and welcoming space for individuals to explore their personal growth and healing through a variety of holistic practices. The studio offers daily yoga classes, as well as monthly community events, massage therapy, acupressure, quantum frequency healing, sound therapy, crystal healing, and much more. Set in beautiful natural surroundings, Shanti Revolution Yoga Shala is an ideal destination for those seeking to deepen their spiritual journey and cultivate a sense of inner peace and balance.
Location
Little Egg Harbor is a peaceful and serene town located in Ocean County, New Jersey, surrounded by beautiful forests, marshes, and wildlife preserves. Known for its quiet and tranquil atmosphere, Little Egg Harbor is an ideal location for spiritual seekers looking to escape the stresses of everyday life and find inner peace and tranquility.
Transportation
There are several transportation options available to get to Shanti Revolution Yoga Shala:
The most common and convenient way to reach Little Egg Harbor is by car. You can take the Garden State Parkway and then exit at Exit 58 for Little Egg Harbor Township. From there, follow the signs to the town. Another option is to take the Atlantic City Expressway and then exit at Exit 50 for Little Egg Harbor Township.
There are several bus services available that run through Little Egg Harbor. New Jersey Transit bus routes 559, 319, and 139 provide service to the town from nearby cities such as Toms River and Atlantic City.
There is no direct train service to Little Egg Harbor. However, the closest train station is in nearby Tuckerton, which is about a 15-minute drive from the town. The NJ Transit Atlantic City Line provides service to Tuckerton.
Taxis and ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft are available in the area, and they can take you to Little Egg Harbor from nearby towns and cities.
The closest airports to Little Egg Harbor are Atlantic City International Airport, which is about a 30-minute drive away, and Philadelphia International Airport, which is about an hour and a half drive away. From these airports, you can rent a car, take a taxi or use ride-sharing services to reach the town.
Accommodation
Guests have the choice to stay at nearby hotels, campgrounds, or to camp out in the yoga studio at Shanti Revolution, graciously offered by Jodie Jivanti. Note: For those interested in staying overnight at Shanti Revolution, please bring a sleeping bag (spaces limited). Sign up for a spot during registration. Within 30 minutes of Shanti Revolution there are several hotels and campgrounds off of exit 40 of the Garden State Parkway. Here are some popular options:
149 E Main St
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
615 E Moss Mill Rd
Smithville, NJ 08205
204 W White Horse Pike
Galloway, NJ 08205
*$20 entry
Bass River, NJ 08087
*cabins starting at $125/night
450 Ishmael Rd
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
Organizers
The Rupa Sanatana Gaudiya Foundation aspires to help our community members build intentional relationships, learn from wise and kind mentors in bhakti, and share and develop their special service.
The Foundation has partnered with Shanti Revolution Yoga Shala to bring you this Bhakti SoulRise Kirtan Festival, a transformative experience in a serene, natural setting.
This event is made possible through the generous support of community members and sponsors. Their contributions have made it possible to offer this retreat at an affordable price while maintaining high-quality standards, for which we are deeply grateful.
