Get Involved
Once, Sri Swami Satchidananda was asked why it didn’t seem like people in the West were becoming enlightened at that same rate that they were in the East. He replied, “You think you can do it by yourself!” Sri Swamiji taught us that sangha–spiritual community–is the most essential component of a strong spiritual practice. We need the support, inspiration, and camaraderie of our brothers and sisters on the path.
Here at the Integral Yoga Institute we offer many ways for people to connect to our Sangha. We come together to practice and live by the teachings of Yoga. We invite you to come to one of our many free and by-donation events to connect more deeply with our community.
Teacher Training Scholarship fund for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC)
We recognize the structural and institutional racism in Yoga and wellness communities, and acknowledge the lack of diverse representation in our Yoga classes. We believe that by encouraging a diverse range of teaching voices, we can create safe spaces where all students can feel represented and welcomed.
Your contribution empowers us to work together towards dismantling systemic racism and injustice by training BIPOC Yoga teachers and promoting the creation of a more inclusive Yoga community.
To directly support this cause donate today.
Spiritual Action Initiative
The Spiritual Action Initiative (SAI) is an effort to bring together individuals committed to working for social justice for all beings and for the care and healing of our natural world. Guided by spiritual values such as nonviolence, compassion and truthfulness, we are dedicated to bringing needed changes through personal practice, education and action, and advocating for policy changes in government, corporations and other organizations. By joining us on this path of karma yoga, you are offering your energy, love and selfless service to bring forward positive transformation to our world and all beings. Learn more at spiritualactioninitiative.org.
Satsang
Join us on the first and third Saturday evening of each month we have Satsang; which means coming together as a community in the truth. Our, now online, Satsang events usually include a talk by a senior teacher, a dvd of Sri Swami Satchidananda with discussion, and often includes chanting and a light ceremony, Arati. For the dates of our upcoming programs please visit our events schedule.
Work Exchange
We offer many opportunities for work in exchange for yoga classes here at the Integral Yoga Institute. This is one of the best ways to connect with our community. We always welcome volunteers to help with reception, cooking, cleaning, gardening and new online opportunities. Please contact us to fill out a work exchange application.
Residency Program
We are currently accepting applications for our residential program.
As an active ashram, we have up to ten residents who lead a Yoga-based lifestyle including a vegetarian diet (no meat, fish or eggs), daily meditations, and strive to live by principles like compassion and truthfulness in all relationships. We offer residency to people interested in attending regular group meditation and supporting each other in leading a Yogic lifestyle and supporting the Institute in sharing the teachings of Yoga.
If you are interested in residency we ask that you start by simply visiting us to see how we live and practice, or you could come as a guest to see even more fully the life we lead. If you would like more information please contact us.
Community Kirtan
Now online – Kirtan, or responsive chanting of the names of the divine, is a devotional, Bhakti Yoga practice. We offer by-donation kirtan events where we invite the participants to lead a chant, or just chant along with us. See our events listing for upcoming dates.
Guru Puja
We celebrate the founder of Integral Yoga, Sri Swami Satchidananda, with a monthly puja around the 22nd of each month – because his birthday is December 22. Puja is an Eastern worship service that includes symbolic offerings of flowers, incense, light and water at an altar. Please see our events calendar for upcoming dates.
Meditation
Free and open to all. Join us for meditation, which includes chanting, breathing exercises and sitting in silence. It may be helpful to attend a Hatha Yoga class or Meditation Workshop before attending our regular meditations. Group meditation is held online at 12:00-12:35 pm Monday-Friday and guided meditation on Sundays 5:30-6:30. Visit our class schedule for online or in-person meditations. Please register in advance. For online sessions a Zoom link will be provided via a confirmation email. Thank you.
Community Yoga Classes
These are donation-based traditional Hatha Yoga classes taught by our new teachers; great for beginners or continuing students. Our classes include chanting, asanas (postures), Yoga Nidra (guided deep relaxation), pranayama (breathing practices), and meditation. Visit our class schedule to see when Community Yoga Classes are being offered.
Scripture Study Group(s)
There are ongoing study group(s) for people who have some experience studying, and are interested in learning more about, the Bhagavad Gita and/or the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. To get more information please visit our class schedule or contact us.
Deep Relaxation – Yoga Nidra
A by-donation class which leads you through an extended Yoga Nidra, a full-body guided meditation of relaxation of body, mind, and spirit. Please visit our class schedule to see when Deep Relaxation is currently being offered.
Holiday Celebrations
We come together to celebrate different holidays throughout the year with interfaith ceremonies and potluck meals. We always have a special celebration on New Year’s Eve. Please visit our events listing for upcoming holiday celebrations.
Lunches
We serve a vegetarian, organic lunch every Thursday at 12:45pm. Please sign up one day prior via our class schedule.
Suggested donation $10.
Please join us before lunch for free noon meditation.
Registration is recommended as space is limited.