Integral Yoga Institute - New York

The Bhagavad Gita in Daily Life
2025-09-03 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-13 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-06 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-30 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-23 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | NY
The Bhagavad Gita, a foundational scripture of Yoga, provides guidance for facing the everyday challenges of modern life. Its message is that Self-realization is achieved through skillful living in the world, not by retreating from it. We will draw from the Gita practical lessons of how our current challenges can be leveraged to unleash our inner strength and cultivate clarity and peace.
Whether you’re new to the Gita or returning with fresh eyes, this group offers a welcoming space to deepen your relationship with yogic wisdom and discover how its timeless guidance can help you live with more purpose, peace, and strength.
Swami Asokananda draws from years of dedicated practice and personal experience to make this ancient scripture accessible, relevant, and transformational.
“When doubts haunt me, when disappointments stare me in the face, and I see not one ray of hope on the horizon, I turn to the Bhagavad Gita and find a verse to comfort me; and I immediately begin to smile in the midst of overwhelming sorrow. Those who meditate on the Gita will derive fresh joy and new meaning from it every day.”
~ Mahatma Gandhi

Kirtan with Sumati Karen Bates
2025-08-29 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-08-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Bring your heart and your voice.
Devoted spiritual seekers often chant mantras for hours at a time. The longer one chants, the longer the divine vibrations cultivate within the body, mind, and soul.
This is an in-person and online program.

Integral Yoga Reunion: Celebrating our Unity
2025-08-21 - 2025-08-25 | Satchidananda Ashram Yogaville, 108 Yogaville Way, Buckingham, VA, 23921, United States
Exploring Our Interconnected Journey
Join us at Satchidananda Ashram, Yogaville, for a joyful gathering of hearts and minds as we come together to celebrate our shared journey in Integral Yoga.
This reunion is an opportunity to reconnect with old friends, forge new bonds, and deepen our understanding of the unity that weaves us all together. Through shared practices, discussions, and joyful interactions, we will explore the threads that connect us in love and acceptance.
Let’s gather in the spirit of togetherness to celebrate our collective journey and the divine essence that unites us all.
This Program Offers:

Daily group sadhana schedule
Workshops on yogic lifestyle and philosophy led by senior Integral Yoga practitioners
Intergenerational Dialogue: Bridging experiences across different yoga generations
Evening Community Gatherings including kirtan and inspirational talks
Collective Meditation: Group meditation at the LOTUS shrine
Guided hikes across the beautiful ashram landscape
Delicious, vegetarian meals for a enhanced immune system

What to Expect:
At our Integral Yoga Reunion, you can anticipate a journey of spiritual connection and personal transformation. Our gathering will offer a nurturing, inclusive environment where practitioners of all levels can explore deep meditation, yoga practices, and meaningful community interactions. Expect to engage in heartfelt sharing circles, transformative workshops, and collective sadhana that celebrate our interconnectedness. You’ll experience a blend of introspective practices and joyful community celebrations, designed to honor individual paths while recognizing our shared spiritual path of Integral Yoga. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, healing, or simply a space of unconditional acceptance, this reunion promises to be a transformative experience that weaves together individual threads into a beautiful, collective tapestry of consciousness, love, and understanding.
All Are Welcome:
This Integral Yoga Reunion is a heartfelt gathering that embraces practitioners of all levels and backgrounds, celebrating the diversity of our spiritual community. Whether you are a seasoned Integral Yoga practitioner or a curious newcomer, everyone is welcome to join our event. We believe that every individual, regardless of their yoga experience, has a unique thread to weave into our collective tapestry. Your journey, your experience, and your presence are valued. Come as you are, with an open heart and a willingness to explore, grow, and connect with fellow Integral Yogis from diverse paths and backgrounds.

Info Session for Adaptive Yoga Teacher Training
2025-08-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-06 18:00 | Virtual Online
In the last few years there has been a sweeping movement of Adaptive practices to help bring the teachings of Yoga to all populations. The beautiful message to students is to “come as you are,” and, as teachers, we want to be ready to serve them. The Adaptive Yoga Teacher Training course prepares you, the teacher, to adapt, adjust, and accommodate the traditional Yoga class so that students of any age, shape, ability, or disability may enjoy the Hatha Yoga experience safely and comfortably.
During the Info Session, you’ll have the opportunity to meet the trainers, learn more about what makes Integral Yoga Adaptive Teacher Training so special, and ask any questions you may have about the program.

Back Care Series: Yoga for the Neck, Shoulders, and Upper Back
2025-08-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Unwind built-up tension and restore comfort to the neck, shoulders, and upper back in this targeted, therapeutic workshop. These areas are especially prone to holding the weight of daily stress, repetitive movement patterns, and postural imbalances—especially from prolonged screen time or slouching.
What You’ll Learn:

Targeted movement and breath techniques to release chronic tightness and soothe pain
How to access hard-to-reach muscle groups and improve range of motion
Awareness tools to reset postural habits and reduce unnecessary strain
Self-cues to align the spine and restore balance between the head, neck, and shoulders

Benefits of Attending:

Experience lasting relief from common tension patterns
Increase mobility and ease in everyday movements
Rebuild healthy movement habits to support posture and well-being
Cultivate mindful alignment and greater body awareness

Program Goals:
Participants will walk away with simple, effective tools for reducing discomfort and improving posture. Through mindful practice and attention to detail, this session offers an invitation to move with more ease, openness, and presence—both on and off the mat.

Deepening Meditation
2025-08-09 16:00 - 17:30 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Let’s face it, most of us have enough stress in our life. Let’s not make meditation one more hard thing to do. In this workshop we will explore:

What is the best motivator to maintain a consistent practice?
How can cultivate deeper awareness of what’s going on in our mind?
Is there a more effective approach to practice than simply trying to stop the mind from thinking?
What is the origin of our thoughts? Can we shift our focus to the root rather than the branches?

Swami Asokananda will introduce a simple three-step approach to meditation that has kept his meditation engaging, meaningful, and rejuvenating for over 50 years.

IYI Teacher Summer Party
2025-08-09 11:00 - 15:00 | NY
For all Integral Yoga Teachers, past and present, come together for a day of celebration and sangha. Together we will have an asana practice, sound bath, meditation, and meal. The event will culminate with dancing led by Swami Asokananda.
**This is event is for IYI Teachers only. If you are an IYI teacher and did not receive a code for free registration, please contact the Front Desk for assistance.**

NeuroGraphica: Drawing for Calm, Clarity & Inner Balance
2025-08-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Discover the transformative power of NeuroGraphica, a unique drawing method that harmonizes your mind and spirit through creative flow. In this beginner-friendly workshop, designed for the Integral Yoga community, you’ll learn how to:

Unlock inner peace and reduce stress by engaging in mindful, intuitive drawing.
Transform limiting patterns and cultivate positive states of being.
Connect with your inner self and enhance your sense of well-being.
Explore the therapeutic potential of art as a tool for personal growth.

NeuroGraphica’s gentle, flowing lines and organic shapes create a meditative experience, allowing you to release tension and access your creative potential. Whether you’re seeking to deepen your meditation practice, cultivate emotional balance, or simply explore a new form of self-expression, this workshop offers a nurturing space for your journey.
Join us at the Integral Yoga Institute to experience the calming and transformative effects of NeuroGraphica, and discover a new way to harmonize your mind, body, and spirit.
What You’ll Need:

White paper (8.5” x 11” or heavier)
Pen and black Sharpie markers (medium thickness)
Colored pencils or highlighters
Optional: Sketchbook or journal

This an online program offers a rare opportunity to engage in NeuroGraphica® Drawing right here at Integral Yoga New York. Whether you are new to this practice or looking to deepen your skills, Integral Yoga New York is proud to be a pioneer in bringing this unique method of mind-body transformation to our community.

Testimonials
“Thank you Nadia. It was such a wonderful experience to do the artwork while listening to your inspiring voice.
I have my Neuro-lotus in the kitchen where I can feel it every morning.”
~ Anna R
“Thank you for hosting the class. It was a great class and I learned much and look forward to future classes you host!”
~ Ashley J.
“Hi Nadia, You did great teaching the class – beautiful! I loved it and want to learn more about how these classes help us to be better people.
Thank you!”
~ Wanda Q.
“Hi, Nadia. So wonderful. My sister, Lynn, loved it ? too. She found it very powerful and wants to take more classes.”
~ Elizabeth M.
Sample artwork from past students

Kirtan with Sri Prahlada
2025-08-08 19:00 - 20:00 | NY
Join Sri Prahlada and accompanist Prima in discovering the deeply rewarding power of kirtan. Each kirtan session is unique – participants might shed tears, enter a meditative trance, laugh joyfully, or feel a profound connection with themselves, others, the universe, or God. Some may feel nothing at all – and that’s okay! As a kirtan leader, Sri Prahlada’s aim is to support everyone’s journey, ensuring each experience is so rewarding that they’ll eagerly return for more.

Reiki and Gong Temple
2025-08-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Treat yourself to a session of healing with Reiki and Gong Master Rev. Laksmi and a team of superb Reiki practitioners. Sitting in a circle, you’ll receive the healing vibrations of Reiki while being immersed in the sacred cosmic sound vibrations of Tibetan bowls and gongs. Every cell in your body will receive complete healing. Tension will be eased, and obstacles to your peace will be removed.

Discovering Your True Self Through Jnana Yoga
2025-07-26 17:30 - 19:00 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
While most of us experience ourselves to be the body, mind, and individual ego, Jnana Yoga reveals that this perception is inaccurate. We are the owner of the body, mind, and ego. The path of Jnana Yoga utilizes our clear, awakened intelligence to dis-cover the Owner—the True Self.
In this workshop, we will explore:

Transcending our self-limiting beliefs through Jnana Yoga.
Making the present moment as an ally on the spiritual path.
Practical methods for establishing a Jnana Yoga practice.

Kirtan
2025-07-25 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States

Awaken the Goddess Within: Rituals for Reconnection
2025-07-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
This creative and heart-centered workshop invites you to reconnect with your inner power, reclaim your space, and nourish your spirit. Explore the sacred feminine through visualization, journaling, and personalized self-care rituals.
What You’ll Learn:

How to create personal rituals that support renewal
Breathwork and meditations for emotional balance
Vision boarding to design your personal sanctuary

Benefits of Attending:

Deepen self-awareness and reconnect with purpose
Create a toolkit for emotional and energetic replenishment
Learn how to cultivate sacred space and receive support

Program Goals:
To help participants feel grounded, inspired, and empowered to nourish themselves and integrate simple yet meaningful practices into daily life.

Back Care Series: Yoga for Psoas Release
2025-07-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
The psoas is a powerful yet often overlooked muscle that connects the lumbar spine to the hips. It plays a vital role in everyday movement—supporting walking, climbing, posture, and stability. When tight or imbalanced, the psoas can contribute to lower back pain, hip discomfort, and restricted mobility.
What Participants Will Learn:

Understand the anatomy and function of the psoas and its connection to back health
Explore mindful movement and stretching techniques that safely release the psoas
Learn breath practices that support deep muscular release and nervous system regulation
Discover how lifestyle habits may impact the tone of the psoas and back

Benefits of Attending:

Reduce tension in the hips and lower spine
Improve posture, range of motion, and spinal stability
Cultivate a deeper connection to core strength and internal awareness
Gain tools to support long-term mobility and back comfort

Program Goals:

Provide a clear introduction to the role of the psoas in back care
Offer a therapeutic practice for releasing deep muscular tension
Empower participants with simple techniques for daily self-care and body awareness

This 90-minute online workshop is appropriate for all levels. Whether you are new to yoga or experienced, this session offers a refreshing reset and a supportive approach to sustainable back health.

Community Movie Night
2025-07-19 18:30 - 21:30 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Join us for a joyful evening of community, laughter, and reflection at our next Community Movie Night on Saturday, July 19, from 6:30–9:30 PM.
After our previous deep dive into The Matrix, we’re lightening the mood with the heartwarming and high-spirited film The School of Rock. While on the surface it’s a comedy about music and misfits, at its core, this film beautifully echoes Yogic themes of authenticity, purpose, and the liberating power of creative expression.
As Roger Ebert wrote, “It’s not only a funny and clever film, but it has a good heart, and delivers a serious message wrapped in comedy: Don’t let the world silence your song.”
We’ll enjoy popcorn, drinks, and a short group reflection afterward.
Suggested donation: $5
Your contribution helps us cover the cost of refreshments and supports future community gatherings.
All are welcome.

Ohashi’s Healing Scarf Technique
2025-07-19 10:00 - 2025-07-20 17:00 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Utilizing a special Japanese scarf (tenugui) in your treatment can add an important dimension of comfort for you and your clients. It is an eff ective modality that your clients will appreciate. Ohashi has been developing this technique for 50 years, perfecting it with his many clients.
You will learn how to properly fold and hold the scarf, and how to use your natural gravity (your “Hara”) to produce eff ective, comfortable and eff ortless treatment. Ohashi will teach how to use the healing scarf to stretch and manipulate diff erent parts of the body, which will relieve discomfort from structural problems on the neck, arms, torso, legs and back.
In this class, he will also discuss the importance of preventing fatigue and damage to your body. Only when you can give daily treatments without becoming tired or damaging your body, can you truly realize the success and enjoyment of your career as a practitioner.
Ohashi’s Healing Scarf Technique will enhance your professional career. This course is designed for bodywork practitioners, especially shiatsu and massage therapists, and can also be utilized by physical therapists, aestheticians, and yoga and exercise instructors — anyone who is motivated and inspired to discover a holistic way to benefi t their clients.
The course consists of lecture and demonstration, with time for adequate practice so that you can learn this eff ective technique in the class. Space is limited. 14 CEUs through NCBTMB.
Also with Ohashi…
Tutorials & Sessions: While at Integral Yoga Institute Ohashi will give sessions and tutorials on a limited basis.
To book a session or a tutorial, please visit: Ohashi-Method.biz
Follow the OHASHI Method at Linktr.ee/OHASHIMETHOD
This is an in-person program.

Yoga Nidra: Awakening Through Deep Rest
2025-07-17 14:00 - 14:45 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Based on the teachings from Yoga Nidra by Sri Satyananda Saraswati, this 45-minute session offers a systematic approach to deep relaxation, supporting profound rest on the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels.The session begins with a brief introduction to Yoga Nidra, inviting participants to set a personal intention or resolve—something positive they wish to cultivate, such as patience, acceptance, or peace.
This is followed by a 30-minute guided Yoga Nidra practice. Participants will:

Be gently guided to focus on different parts of the physical body.
Practice systematic breathing with awareness and counting to enhance mindfulness.
Engage in a short, guided visualization to deepen the state of relaxation and connection.

The practice concludes with a return to full awareness, repeating the personal resolve to integrate its positive energy into daily life.This session is designed for all levels and encourages participants to remain still, awake, and fully present throughout the experience.A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Covenant House NY, extending the spirit of healing and support to those in need.
This is an in-person offering.
We recommend dressing comfortably for the session.

TRE® (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises)
2025-07-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
TRE is a simple, gentle, and profound technique that facilitates the lengthening and relaxation of the psoas muscle and the release of physical and emotional tension and stress. The TRE exercises mildly tire the legs, triggering an involuntary shaking and trembling response, which begins in the legs and often spreads throughout the body. This natural response is the nervous system’s way of discharging long-held tension and unconscious body contraction, caused by everyday stress and traumatic life experiences, in order to restore the body to wholeness.
TRE was developed by Dr. David Berceli, a bioenergetic therapist and social worker, who used it successfully worldwide working with soldiers, firefighters, police officers and survivors of war, natural disasters and other traumatic circumstances to help alleviate the many symptoms of post-traumatic stress. TRE is taught in over 60 countries worldwide.
Reported benefits include:

decreasing anxiety
releasing chronic tension
discharging emotional and physical trauma
increasing energy and flexibility
improving sleep and mood
decreasing of aches, pains and symptoms of fibromyalgia and sciatica

This workshop is suitable for all ages and fitness levels as the exercises can be modified to accommodate anybody’s need.
For more information about TRE please visit https://www.TREcalifornia.com. If you have any questions or concerns please contact maria@TREcalifornia.com.
This workshop takes place 11am–1pm Eastern (8–10am Pacific)

Full Moon Reiki and Gong Temple
2025-07-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States

200-Hour Teacher Training, Module 1: Yoga Immersion Program
2025-07-07 10:00 - 2025-08-22 14:00 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
For over 40 years, Integral Yoga’s internationally respected training program has been continually developed and refined to meet the personal and professional Yogic needs of our participants. We provide a wide reaching foundation preparing trainees to develop their knowledge and personal practice of Yoga, and the essential skills for teaching Yoga. Graduates receive both a practical and a philosophical understanding of the full scope of Yoga teachings and practices.
Module 1: Yoga Immersion Program
“Yoga” means “union” in the ancient Sanskrit language. It is a perfect description of the Integral Yoga system which synthesizes the various branches of Yoga into a comprehensive lifestyle system. The aim is to promote the harmonious development of every aspect of the individual. The results are subtle, profound, and measurable.
The six branches of Integral Yoga are powerful tools to encourage wellness and self-mastery.
Trainees will refine and deepen their personal practices based on an exploration of:

Hatha Yoga (physical postures)
Raja Yoga (psychology of mind)
Karma Yoga (selfless service)
Bhakti Yoga (devotion)
Jñana Yoga (self-analysis)
Japa Yoga (mantra repetition)

Module 1 encourages you to deepen your own practice through the study of Yoga as a complete lifestyle science. You will be immersed in an experience of living Yoga for personal and spiritual development. The curriculum includes asana and basic anatomy, pranayama, meditation, philosophy and study of sacred texts, and other traditional Yogic practices.
Upon graduation from Module 1, you will discover your personal practice has become firmly established and well grounded, and you will have the option to pursue 200-hour teacher certification by continuing your studies with Module 2: Yoga Teaching Essentials.
Schedule
July 7 – August 22, 2025

Mondays: 10:00am-2:30pm • Hybrid Online & In-Person
Fridays: 10:00am-2:30pm • All Online

All times given in Eastern Time US, please check your time zone.
This is a hybrid training offering options for both online and in-person classes. Participants may select to complete the entire training online, or as a combination of online and in-person experience. All classes, both online and in-person, require live attendance for successful completion of Module 1 and for participants to be eligible to continue with Module 2 for the 200-hour teacher certification.
Enrollment in this course includes free access to online and in-person classes through Integral Yoga Institute, NY. Access to class recordings and online study materials will be available for you during the training and for 12 months after graduation.
Admissions deadline is June 27. Applications received after the deadline will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Admission for late applicants is not guaranteed.
Tuition

$1050 Early Bird Discount, paid in full by June 1
$1250 Regular Tuition, paid in full by June 27
$1275 Payment Plan, $275 deposit by June 27

Tuition includes a $275 non-refundable administrative fee to reserve your space in the training, textbooks and course materials, as well as free hatha classes which may begin 30 days before the training. Access to class recordings and online study materials will be available for you during the training and for 12 months after graduation. Trainees also receive a 10% discount on any IYINY shop purchases while enrolled in the course.
Tuition must be paid in full before the training begins, or you must be actively enrolled in the payment plan. The payment plan includes a deposit due before the training begins, and subsequent installments will be due over the course of the training, with the balance completed before graduation.
Partial scholarships are available when possible. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ applicants are encouraged to inquire about scholarship opportunities. For more information on payment plans and scholarships, please contact TeacherTraining@iyiny.org.
Auditing
Teachers who are already certified through Integral Yoga may participate in this program at a discounted rate of $525. Auditors are not required to attend all sessions and will not be evaluated on assignments. If you are interested in auditing this course, please email TeacherTraining@iyiny.org with a copy of your 200-Hour Integral Yoga certificate.
Requirements for Admission
Applicants must be committed to developing their Yoga practice through the various facets presented in this course, which will require regular attendance, active participation, and home study. Applicants of all skill levels are welcome, comfort with practicing Integral Yoga Hatha Level I is advised. If you are unfamiliar with the Integral Yoga Style, we kindly request that you attend at least 3 of our Hatha classes (online or in-person) before committing to this program.
Please be advised that a significant portion of the training is delivered in an online format. Participants must have regular access to the internet and a computer or other device that supports audio/video functions and is able to run Zoom. An active personal email account is required to receive course materials and communications.
Upon receiving your application, the instructors will review your information and will contact you to arrange a personal interview. The interview is the final step in the application process and is required for admission to the program.
200-Hour Certification
Integral Yoga Institute offers a comprehensive Teacher Training program consisting of more than 200 class hours, delivered in two Modules. Upon successful completion of both Modules 1 and 2, you will receive a 200-hour teaching certificate for Integral Yoga Hatha Level I. Teacher certification requires trainees to successfully complete both Modules 1 and 2, and to qualify by passing a series of thorough tests, including written exams and monitored teaching.
Integral 300-Hour Advanced Teaching Certification
After completing this course, you will be eligible to continue your studies with a 300-hour Advanced Teaching Certification. The 200-hour + 300-hour certifications confer 500 total hours of training.

Karma Yoga Day
2025-07-05 14:00 - 17:00 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Your beautiful presence is requested! Come meet like-minded yogis and learn about our Karma Yoga program. We’ll serve together to beautify the Temples and give the Integral Yoga Shop a deep cleaning.
Tasks we’ll be doing include:
– Window cleaning
– Dusting
– Sweeping
– Alphabetizing books
– Rearranging
– Cleaning props & folding blankets
– Photography & social media

The Bhagavad Gita in Daily Life
2025-07-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Integral Yoga Institute New York, 227 West 13th Street New York, New York, NY, 10011, United States
The Bhagavad Gita, a foundational scripture of Yoga, provides guidance for facing the everyday challenges of modern life. Its message is that Self-realization is achieved through skillful living in the world, not by retreating from it. We will draw from the Gita practical lessons of how our current challenges can be leveraged to unleash our inner strength and cultivate clarity and peace.
Whether you’re new to the Gita or returning with fresh eyes, this group offers a welcoming space to deepen your relationship with yogic wisdom and discover how its timeless guidance can help you live with more purpose, peace, and strength.
Swami Asokananda draws from years of dedicated practice and personal experience to make this ancient scripture accessible, relevant, and transformational.
Mahatma Gandhi: “When doubts haunt me, when disappointments stare me in the face, and I see not one ray of hope on the horizon, I turn to the Bhagavad Gita and find a verse to comfort me; and I immediately begin to smile in the midst of overwhelming sorrow. Those who meditate on the Gita will derive fresh joy and new meaning from it every day.
