Q2 Resources – The Vedanta

The VedantaWelcome!

Thank you for registering for the Hoffman Q2.

We invite you to use this page as a checklist to help you prepare for the weekend, so please read it through to the end. If anything is unclear, please call the Hoffman office in advance of your Q2 on 01903 88 99 90 (9.00am to 5.00pm) or email graduates@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk and we’ll be happy to help.

1) Complete your pre-course work and print a copy to bring with you
If you haven’t already completed your pre-course work, you’ll find it here. As well as practical information like dietary requirements, it’s useful for the facilitators to have an idea of the issues you’d like to focus on and any changes since your Process, so do please send this over as soon as possible.

2) Other items to bring

  • Your Process workbook: If you still have it, this is a useful reminder of the work you did on the Process. Don’t worry if you can’t find it.
  • A personal object: Please bring an object to share. This object could represent qualities of your Spiritual Self or something that resonates with you that you’d be happy to share as part of your introduction to the group.
  • A torch (in winter months only): There is lighting, but please bring a torch if you like to walk outside after dark.
  • A hair dryer (if required)
  • A watch and alarm clock if you’re planning to hand in your mobile phone (see below)
  • Earphones (wired): You will be given an MP3 player for your use during the weekend, so please bring a set of standard (non-bluetooth) ear or headphones. If you don’t have any, we do carry a limited number of spares.

Recommended clothing:

  • Comfortable, casual loose clothes and something appropriate for exercise, e.g. sweatshirts, T-shirts, jogging outfits, shorts etc – There will be a bit of bashing.
  • An outdoor jacket and walking shoes/boots
  • A dressing gown/bath robe and a pair of slippers if you want.
  • Soft shoes to wear indoors and layers in case you get warm or cold.

Please be aware that there are no shopping facilities or laundry available throughout the weekend, so you should ensure you have adequate supplies of everything you may need. This includes any medication, extra snacks or dietary supplements and cigarettes if you smoke.

Mobile Phones: Unlike the Process, we don’t insist that you hand over phones, books and electronics at the Q2 – although we’ll always encourage you to take the opportunity for a digital detox if you can, and you’re very welcome to hand them over at registration for safekeeping. If you do need to make or receive an urgent phone call or check your email, please be considerate of other participants’ experience and do this in your room / away from the shared group areas.

Wifi: There are 2 Wifi networks
– Vedantaguest – has no password
– Stream – password – Synergy-1640 (stronger network)

3) Plan your journey and arrival
The address of The Vedanta is: Lincoln Rd, Branston, Lincolnshire, LN4 1PD
Phone: 07563 373266
For a map, directions and travel information, click here.

Arriving on Friday 8 March 
You are welcome to arrive at The Vedanta between 4.00pm – 9.00pm on Friday 8 March. Your Friday night stay and dinner at 7.00pm is included in the price. Registration is at 9.00-9.30am on Saturday 9 March.

Arriving on Saturday 9 March
If you can’t arrive on Friday night, please be sure to arrive on Saturday 9 March for registration between 9.00-9:30am.

Departure
Departure is at 4.00pm on Monday 11 March

Entering the building
If needed, the keypad access code to the main door is C2409. Enter the code and then turn the knob to the left. This allows 24/7 access. All other doors will be locked around 9pm, so please refrain from opening other doors after 9pm.

Please note: After 5.00pm on Friday 8 March, our Hoffman offices are closed.

The number to call for The Vedanta is: 07563 373266

The Hoffman facilitators number is: 07879 270 378

Thank you!