Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center New York

Grounding in the Basics 💎

"A strong foundation creates a lasting practice."

Discover the transformative power of classical yoga with our foundational beginner course. Over 6 sessions, our staff will guide you through the core pillars of the Sivananda tradition—postures, breathing, relaxation, and meditation—helping you cultivate physical health and mental clarity.

Ideal for total beginners or anyone looking to renew their Hatha Yoga practice.

Dates: Saturdays, Sept 5 – Oct 10, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Sivananda Yoga Center, NY

Reservations are open on our website. Begin where you are.

Refine, Hold, and Evolve Your Asana Practice

Ready to explore the deeper layers of physical posture with steadiness and ease?

Join Swami Adi for an Advanced Asana Workshop rooted in the classical Sivananda sequence. This session is designed for practitioners who want to safely explore advanced variations while refining alignment, expanding physical capacity, and deepening inner focus.

What we will cultivate:
- Alignment & Safety: Gradual, intelligent progression into challenging poses.

- Strength with Ease: Balancing effort and relaxation (Sthira Sukham).

- Inner Stillness: Using breath to keep the mind quiet during demanding holds.

🗓 Sunday, August 23 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📍 Sivananda Yoga Center, NY

💰 Fee: $30

Suitable for students with a regular yoga practice.

Take the next step on your mat. Link in bio to reserve! 🔗

Your Vital Energy Through the Breath ✨

The breath is our most direct bridge between the body and the mind. When we learn to regulate our breath, we learn to master our internal state.

Join us for a Pranayama Workshop with Swami Adi to explore foundational yogic breathing techniques designed to expand lung capacity, calm the nervous system, and balance prana—your vital life force.

What you will explore:
- Techniques to increase lung capacity and vital energy.
- How conscious breathwork reduces stress and sharpens focus.
- The subtle philosophy behind prana and the energy body.
- Practical daily routines to maintain clarity and vitality at home.

🗓 Saturday, August 22 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 Sivananda Yoga Center, NY

💰 Fee: $30 | Open to all levels!

Breathe deeper, live brighter. Tap the link in our bio to reserve your spot! 🔗

True Wealth Starts Within 🌿✨

In a world that measures success by busyness and material gain, Swami Vishnudevananda reminds us of what truly matters: Health and Peace of Mind.

Yoga is so much more than physical movement on a mat. It is a complete system designed to keep the physical body vibrant, the mind serene, and the spirit grounded. When we nourish our health and protect our peace, happiness naturally follows.

How are you caring for your "wealth" this week? Whether it’s taking 10 deep breaths, coming to an open class, or simply taking an early night, make time for your well-being today. 🧘‍♀️🕊️

✨ Open daily Hatha classes available for all levels.
🔗 Tap the link in our bio to check our schedule and join us on the mat!

The Ultimate Formula for Happiness 💎

"Health is wealth. Peace of mind is happiness. Yoga shows the way." — Swami Vishnudevananda

In three simple sentences, this quote captures the entire spirit of classical yoga. True vitality isn't bought - it's cultivated through daily practice, conscious breath, and inner stillness.

Take a deep breath, roll out your mat, and reset your energy with us this week. 🙏

Daily classes are open to all. Link in bio to practice together! 🔗

🌿 **Find Your Peace in the Heart of NYC** 🧘‍♀️

Escape the city's hustle and reconnect with yourself during a beautiful morning of **Classical Sivananda Yoga** in the tranquil setting of **Battery Park, New York City**.

Guided through the **12 traditional Hatha Yoga postures**, you'll gently stretch your body, deepen your breath, and end the session with a relaxing guided meditation. Surrounded by nature and the waterfront, this practice offers the perfect opportunity to cultivate balance, clarity, and inner peace.

📅 **Saturday, July 25, 2026**
🕥 **10:30 AM – 12:00 PM**
📍 **Battery Park, NYC**
Corner of Battery & State Street (next to the Carousel)

🎟 **Free & Open to Everyone**

Please register in advance to reserve your spot:
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=452403&stype=-8&sTG=51&sVT=98&sView=day&sLoc=0&date=07/25/26

✔️ Bring your yoga mat and a water bottle.

Whether you're new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, everyone is welcome. Invite a friend and begin your weekend with movement, mindfulness, and community.

Link to register: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=452403&stype=-8&sTG=51&sVT=98&sView=day&sLoc=0&date=07/25/26

🌿 AYURVEDA & SEASONAL LIVING: RITUCHARYA 🌿

What if the key to better health was simply living in harmony with the seasons?

Join us for an inspiring workshop on Ritucharya, the Ayurvedic practice of seasonal living, and discover how nature’s cycles can support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Learn how each season influences the body and mind, explore the role of the doshas, discover seasonal foods and daily routines, and gain practical tools to cultivate balance, resilience, and vitality all year long.

📅 Saturday, July 18, 2026
🕥 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 With Sivananda Staff
💲 Fee: $30

Whether you're new to Ayurveda or looking to deepen your practice, this workshop offers timeless wisdom for living with greater ease and connection to nature.

Reserve your spot today and embrace the rhythms of the seasons.

🎶 SATSANG CONCERT WITH STEPHEN LONGFELLOW FISKE 🎶

Experience an evening of music, peace, and inspiration with Stephen Longfellow Fiske—award-winning singer-songwriter, author, poet, interfaith minister, and lifelong advocate for peace and compassion.

Through heartfelt songs and meaningful reflections, Stephen invites us to reconnect with the qualities that unite us: harmony, creativity, kindness, and inner peace. Whether you're seeking spiritual inspiration, beautiful live music, or simply a moment to pause and reflect, this special Satsang Concert offers a welcoming space for all.

📅 Sunday, July 19, 2026
🕡 6:15 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Free & Open to Everyone

Come with an open heart and leave inspired by an unforgettable evening where music becomes meditation and every note is an invitation to peace.

Invite your friends and family—we look forward to sharing this beautiful experience with you.

At the heart of the Sivananda tradition is a beautifully complete approach to health. Swami Sivananda synthesized the vast teachings of yoga into 5 Practical Points—a simple blueprint that anyone can use to bring balance to modern life.

These five pillars don't just care for the physical body; they nourish the mind and the spirit, helping us navigate daily life with greater resilience, grace, and joy.

The 5 Pillars of Sivananda Yoga:
1. Proper Exercise (Asanas): To keep the body strong, supple, and aligned.
2️. Proper Breathing (Pranayama): To recharge our energy reserves and steady the nervous system.
3️. Proper Relaxation (Savasana): To release deep-seated physical and mental stress.
4️. Proper Diet (Sattvic): To fuel the body with pure, conscious, vegetarian nutrition.
5️. Positive Thinking & Meditation: To quiet the intellect and unlock inner peace.

When practiced together, these five tools form a powerful daily ritual for holistic wellness.