Today’s Classes & Meditations


Class
Mixed Level Online

Mia Velez, E-RYT500
Hatha poses are taught with options for beginners to advanced practitioners. The class is appropriate for anyone from beginner to established yogis. Class includes deep relaxation, pranayama (breathing practices) and meditation.
Friday April 4, 2025
2:30 PM
-
3:30 PM
60 min
Online
— Available to book
$16


Class
Foundational Hatha Practice

Kalyani Carlee Cohen Barr
A gentle 75-minute comprehensive and balanced class for beginners and continuing students alike. Come to enjoy a classic Integral Yoga practice with a steady balance of poses, deep relaxation, pranayama (breathing practices) and meditation. Drawing from the Yoga Sutras, Kalyani provides guidance on establishing a strong physical and energetic foundation to support both body and mind.
Friday April 4, 2025
4:00 PM
-
5:15 PM
75 min
Online
— Available to book
$16


Class
Integral Yoga Flow In-person

Atman Christopher Schardt
Integral Yoga Flow classes synchronize breath with movement through postures as a flow. In these classes there are logical sequences of breath-synchronized movements that transition between sustained poses or relaxation postures. Because of the quicker pace of a flow class, instructions are minimal during the actual flow, yet can be more detailed during other times. These classes are ideal for those with some experience in yoga, but all those with an interest in flowing in and out of poses are welcome.
Friday April 4, 2025
4:30 PM
-
6:00 PM
90 min
In-person Temple
$20


Class
Meditation / Inspiration & Guidance

Swami Ramananda
This extended meditation session includes a brief inspirational talk, our 30-minute noon meditation with added guidance, and time afterward for questions about meditation or any aspect of spiritual life.
Friday April 4, 2025
7:00 PM
-
8:00 PM
60 min
In-person Living Room
Free


Class
Meditation / Inspiration & Guidance Online

Rich Panico, M.D.
This extended meditation session includes a brief inspirational talk, our 30-minute noon meditation with added guidance, and time afterward for questions about meditation or any aspect of spiritual life.
Friday April 4, 2025
7:00 PM
-
8:00 PM
60 min
Online
— Available to book
Free


Class
Spanish Community

Andreina Maldonaldo
A traditional Hatha Yoga class taught in Spanish by our new teachers. A comprehensive, balanced class with a steady flow, relaxation between poses, and guided instruction throughout. Great for beginners or continuing students.
Friday April 4, 2025
11:30 PM
-
1:00 AM
90 min
In-person Temple
Online
From
$5
In-person or online booking options


Class
Community Online

Anjali Rachel Porraspita
A traditional Hatha Yoga class taught by our new teachers. A comprehensive, balanced class with a steady flow, relaxation between poses, and guided instruction throughout. Great for beginners or continuing students.
Saturday April 5, 2025
12:00 AM
-
1:00 AM
60 min
Online
— Available to book
From
$5


Class
Spanish Community Online

Sarah Weidman
A traditional Hatha Yoga class taught in Spanish by our new teachers. A comprehensive, balanced class with a steady flow, relaxation between poses, and guided instruction throughout. Great for beginners or continuing students.
Saturday April 5, 2025
12:00 AM
-
1:30 AM
90 min
Online
From
$5


Course class
Yoga for the Soul, Body, and Mind, 8-week course

Diana Meltsner, C-IAYT, ERYT-500, YACEP
Yoga for the soul is a practice that in 90 minute format evenly combines physical poses at a mixed level with extended guided meditation and spiritual awareness explorations through a group discussion on yogic topics. These practices promote physical wellness, elevate the mind, foster connection with the soul and inspire life.
Join senior IYI teachers Diana Meltsner, Swami Ramananda, K. Muktidevi Demafeliz, Saraswati Melanie Takahashi and Barbara Dickey for individual dates / classes by signing up the same way as for any other hatha yoga class using your memberships or with a $20 class payment or sign up for the whole 8-class course @$125.00
1. 3/28 with Swami Ramananda 2. 4/4 with Diana Meltsner & K. Muktidevi Demafeliz 3. 4/11 with Barbara Dickey & Saraswati Melanie Takahashi 4. 4/18 with Diana Meltsner 5. 4/25 with Diana Meltsner 6. 5/2 with Diana Meltsner & K. Muktidevi Demafeliz 7. 5/9 with Barbara Dickey & Saraswati Melanie Takahashi 8. 5/16 with Swami Ramananda
Join senior IYI teachers Diana Meltsner, Swami Ramananda, K. Muktidevi Demafeliz, Saraswati Melanie Takahashi and Barbara Dickey for individual dates / classes by signing up the same way as for any other hatha yoga class using your memberships or with a $20 class payment or sign up for the whole 8-class course @$125.00
1. 3/28 with Swami Ramananda 2. 4/4 with Diana Meltsner & K. Muktidevi Demafeliz 3. 4/11 with Barbara Dickey & Saraswati Melanie Takahashi 4. 4/18 with Diana Meltsner 5. 4/25 with Diana Meltsner 6. 5/2 with Diana Meltsner & K. Muktidevi Demafeliz 7. 5/9 with Barbara Dickey & Saraswati Melanie Takahashi 8. 5/16 with Swami Ramananda
Saturday April 5, 2025
1:30 AM
-
3:00 AM
90 min

Saraswati Melanie Takahashi

Barbara Dickey

Swami Ramananda

K. Muktidevi Demafeliz
In-person Jyothi
$20


Class
Integral Yoga Flow Online

Deepali Bhargava
Integral Yoga Flow classes synchronize breath with movement through postures as a flow. In these classes there are logical sequences of breath-synchronized movements that transition between sustained poses or relaxation postures. Because of the quicker pace of a flow class, instructions are minimal during the actual flow, yet can be more detailed during other times. These classes are ideal for those with some experience in yoga, but all those with an interest in flowing in and out of poses are welcome.
Saturday April 5, 2025
3:00 PM
-
4:00 PM
60 min
Online
— Available to book
$16


Class
Mixed Level

Raisa Punkki, RYT-500
Hatha poses are taught with options for beginners to advanced practitioners. The class is appropriate for anyone from beginner to established yogis. Class includes deep relaxation, pranayama (breathing practices) and meditation.
Saturday April 5, 2025
4:30 PM
-
5:45 PM
75 min
In-person Temple
Online
From
$16
In-person or online booking options


Workshop
Satsang: Authenticity, a Path to Self-Realization

Claudia Bartsch, PRYT
$5-$20 | Enroll for free, use promo code FREE.
In our culture authenticity is a quality more often marketed than manifested. Digital temptations and consumerism undermine our agency and "response-ability" and it becomes increasingly more difficult to be in touch with ourselves and with what truly matters to us.
Authenticity arises when we stop betraying ourselves, when we show ourselves open and honest in a wholesome way. Living authentically gives us meaning and purpose, increases our self-esteem, supports our personal and communal health but also takes a whole lot of courage and determination.
The teachings of yoga offer us a very sophisticated map on how to return to authenticity. Come and join yoga therapist Claudia Bartsch to explore how.
This is an introduction to her upcoming in-depth ‘Authenticity, Path to Self-Realization’ 3-part course. Save the date: 3 Saturday mornings 4/19, 4/26 & 5/3, 11:15-12:45pm.
Satsang is a special time for us to come together as a community. In Sanskrit, Sat means truth and Sangha means community. Satsang offers an opportunity to come together to share spiritual teachings. The philosophy of Integral Yoga is explored often through an informal discussion. Although our spiritual paths may diverge, the act of sharing spiritual teachings with others is inspiring and creates a solid foundation for continued practice.
People of all faiths are welcome.
Sunday April 6, 2025
12:30 AM
-
1:30 AM
60 min
In-person Living Room
Online
From
$5
In-person or online booking options


Class
Beginner Online

David Calef
For students interested in the traditional yoga class. A comprehensive, balanced class with a steady flow, relaxation between poses, and guided instruction throughout. First-time students are welcome.
Sunday April 6, 2025
4:00 PM
-
5:00 PM
60 min
Online
— Available to book
$16


Class
Sunday Master Class Hybrid

Atman Christopher Schardt
In this 105 minute Master Class, Snehan will guide all seasoned Yoga practitioners in a deeply centered and conscious Integral Yoga Hatha experience. The class is designed for the experienced yogi, regardless of level of practice and will be customized for those who are present. Classes include "call and response" Kirtan accompanied by Harmonium and the teachings of yoga philosophy.
Sunday April 6, 2025
4:15 PM
-
6:00 PM
105 min
In-person Temple
Online
From
$16
In-person or online booking options


Workshop
Spring Into Action: A BIPOC scholarship fundraiser

Mia Velez, E-RYT500
In-person | $80-120 sliding scale
As the natural world awakens for Spring, we are reminded of the vitality that comes after a period of dormancy. If you are experiencing distress from current times, join us and realize your potential. Connect to the power of rest, vision, and movement in community with BIPOC folx.
Why BIPOC only? Creating BIPOC spaces isn't an attempt to exclude our White brothers and sisters. Space is limited (30), so we want to ensure space for those who have been historically / systemically left out. BIPOC folx, this event is for you! Come, and let the healing vibes ripple out to your surroundings - creating a ripple of change.
What’s included: • Yoga • Vision session with group reflections • Sound baths • Drum circle • Snacks, dinner, tea & mocktails
This event is a fundraiser for Integral Yoga Institute's BIPOC Yoga Teacher Training Scholarship Fund, in collaboration with Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT), to offer affordable Yoga training for Black, Indigenous, and People Of Color (BIPOC).
IYI San Francisco recognizes the structural and institutional racism in Yoga and wellness communities, and acknowledges the lack of diverse representation in our Yoga classes. We believe that by encouraging a diverse range of teaching voices, safe spaces can be created where all students can feel represented and welcomed. Please join these ongoing efforts by your attendance or donation.
As the natural world awakens for Spring, we are reminded of the vitality that comes after a period of dormancy. If you are experiencing distress from current times, join us and realize your potential. Connect to the power of rest, vision, and movement in community with BIPOC folx.
Why BIPOC only? Creating BIPOC spaces isn't an attempt to exclude our White brothers and sisters. Space is limited (30), so we want to ensure space for those who have been historically / systemically left out. BIPOC folx, this event is for you! Come, and let the healing vibes ripple out to your surroundings - creating a ripple of change.
What’s included: • Yoga • Vision session with group reflections • Sound baths • Drum circle • Snacks, dinner, tea & mocktails
This event is a fundraiser for Integral Yoga Institute's BIPOC Yoga Teacher Training Scholarship Fund, in collaboration with Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT), to offer affordable Yoga training for Black, Indigenous, and People Of Color (BIPOC).
IYI San Francisco recognizes the structural and institutional racism in Yoga and wellness communities, and acknowledges the lack of diverse representation in our Yoga classes. We believe that by encouraging a diverse range of teaching voices, safe spaces can be created where all students can feel represented and welcomed. Please join these ongoing efforts by your attendance or donation.
Sunday April 6, 2025
7:00 PM
-
2:00 AM
420 min

April Leung

Swami Ramananda

Celeste Fa’ai’uaso

Dominique dela Cola
In-person Temple
From
$80


Class
Guided Meditation Online

Diana Meltsner, C-IAYT, ERYT-500, YACEP
Join us for a 30 minute guided meditation. This session provides an opportunity for people new to meditation seeking to establish a practice as well as for experienced meditators to inspire and expand their existing practice. It will include some chanting, gentle breathing practices, guided mindfulness practices and visualizations, some silent meditation.
Monday April 7, 2025
12:30 AM
-
1:00 AM
30 min
Online
— Available to book
Free


Class
Pranayama for Energy & Vitality

Kalyani Carlee Cohen Barr
Pranayama, or controlling of vital energy, brings great benefits to the body and mind. Join Kalyani in practices to invite: energy in the body, a calm and clear mind, balance in body systems/nervous system, a strong immune system, and more. During this 45 minute morning session we will explore more deeply the practices usually included in hatha classes, such as Deerga Swaasam, Kapalabhati, Ujjai and Nadhi Suddhi. In addition, more advanced Prana Mudra, Ganesha Mudra, Sivananda Healing Breath, and Sat Kriya, and others will be introduced (Kalyani has most recently learned from Margabandhu Marturano, IYINJ and Richard Miller of i-Rest). Learn not only how to breathe efficiently, but why it is so important for health. Feel free to bring questions. For experienced practitioners and beginners alike.
Monday April 7, 2025
2:30 PM
-
3:15 PM
45 min
Online
— Available to book
$10


Class
Mixed Level Online

Kealoha Deluz
Hatha poses are taught with options for beginners to advanced practitioners. The class is appropriate for anyone from beginner to established yogis. Class includes deep relaxation, pranayama (breathing practices) and meditation.
Monday April 7, 2025
3:30 PM
-
4:30 PM
60 min

Kayko Watanabe, C-IAYT, RYT 500
Online
— Available to book
$16


Class
Mixed Level Core In-person

Saraswati Melanie Takahashi
This class follows the traditional Integral Yoga Institute (IYI) sequence, focusing on core strengthening. That is easeful, safe, and even fun while still maintaining the inward and peaceful quality of the IYI class. This class is appropriate for all levels; poses will be instructed in a progressive fashion offering variations that will honor where students are at while cultivating a healthy balance between effort and ease.
Monday April 7, 2025
4:30 PM
-
6:00 PM
90 min
In-person Temple
$20


Class
Gentle Yoga Online

Susan Ford, C-IAYT, RYT-500
This class is appropriate for anyone new to yoga, seniors, and people with injuries, disabilities or illnesses – or anyone who wants a more gentle experience. We will follow the basic Integral Yoga format of poses, relaxation, breathing, and meditation, but modifications to the basic poses are offered. Everyone welcome.
Monday April 7, 2025
5:30 PM
-
6:45 PM
75 min

Susan Ford, C-IAYT, RYT-500
Online
— Available to book
$16
About
200-Hour Basic Yoga Teacher Training
Responding to Racism
Mission Statement
The Integral Yoga Institute of San Francisco, founded by Sri Swami Satchidananda, is a non-profit, interfaith organization dedicated to serving the community through living and sharing the classical teachings of Yoga, making the teachings accessible, and cultivating peace and harmony among all people.