Himalayan Institute of Buffalo

Himalayan Institute of Buffalo Currently offering Hybrid, Zoom and in-person classes. Please check our website!

Meet one of our newest yoga instructors, Nina Jacobson!Nina has been practicing yoga for over 10 years and completed her...
03/04/2026

Meet one of our newest yoga instructors, Nina Jacobson!

Nina has been practicing yoga for over 10 years and completed her 200-hour teacher training with the Himalayan Institute in 2025. She is passionate about integrating movement, mindfulness, and breath to cultivate well-being. As a clinical social worker, she is committed to making the benefits of yoga more widely accessible —for the benefit of all beings.

Nina teaches a Hatha 1 Class Fridays 10-11:00 AM.

Register at:
https://hibuffalo.org/class-series

This Friday - HIB Book ClubJoin us in exploring compelling books and authors. Everyone is welcome, whether you’ve read e...
03/03/2026

This Friday - HIB Book Club

Join us in exploring compelling books and authors. Everyone is welcome, whether you’ve read every page or just want to listen in. Enjoy thoughtful conversation, great company, and a serene setting with tea and light snacks provided.

March’s selection: She’s Come Undone by Wally Lamb

https://hibuffalo.org/workshops

Support the 6-month Maha Sri Yaga practice for collective healing being held at the Institute’s campus in Khajuraho, Ind...
03/02/2026

Support the 6-month Maha Sri Yaga practice for collective healing being held at the Institute’s campus in Khajuraho, India.

Gather at HIB (or on ZOOM) to recite 20 repetitions of the Sri Sukta, followed by silent meditation. Whether you are familiar with some, all, or none of these healing mantras (you are welcome to sit and listen), your presence in this Support Circle is beneficial on both a personal and collective level.

https://hibuffalo.org/workshops

Soup and Cinema - next Saturday!Enjoy a big bowl of Kandy’s delicious homemade soup, an inspired film, and a group discu...
02/22/2026

Soup and Cinema - next Saturday!

Enjoy a big bowl of Kandy’s delicious homemade soup, an inspired film, and a group discussion. Next week's film is “Irene’s Vow”.

Bring a dish or dessert to share (optional).

https://hibuffalo.org/workshops

Study the Yoga Sutras - Begins Thursday, February 26thJoin us for an exploration of Nicolai Bachman's newest publication...
02/19/2026

Study the Yoga Sutras - Begins Thursday, February 26th

Join us for an exploration of Nicolai Bachman's newest publication – “The Yoga Sutras Desk Reference: A Comprehensive Guide to the Core Concepts of Yoga”.

Rather than moving linearly through sections of the text, Nicolai identifies nine key principles that are essential in understanding the scripture as a whole.

We will learn the Sanskrit word for each principle and how one might define and understand it through discussion, reflection, and practice.

It is helpful but not necessary to have taken Part 1 of this course.

https://hibuffalo.org/courses

This Friday - make time for a restorative "nappy" hour. Centered around restful, restorative poses, this body-inclusive,...
02/16/2026

This Friday - make time for a restorative "nappy" hour.

Centered around restful, restorative poses, this body-inclusive, all-levels Hatha yoga class also weaves in breathwork, gentle joint and gland movements, and mindful stretching to support mobility and nervous system regulation.

https://hibuffalo.org/workshops

Join us next Saturday for an afternoon hike at Reinstein Woods. If there is enough snow, we can snowshoe! Snowshoes and ...
02/15/2026

Join us next Saturday for an afternoon hike at Reinstein Woods.

If there is enough snow, we can snowshoe!

Snowshoes and cross-country skis are available for rental.

https://hibuffalo.org/workshops

Meditation Satsang (Second Fridays)! Satsang is a Sanskrit term that means truth (sat) community (sangha), recognizing t...
02/11/2026

Meditation Satsang (Second Fridays)!

Satsang is a Sanskrit term that means truth (sat) community (sangha), recognizing the importance of coming together with other like-minded seekers for support.

This Friday, we will read and discuss Chapter 1 of Deborah Adele’s book, "Yamas and Niyamas". There will be time to contemplate, converse, and sit quietly in meditative awareness.

https://hibuffalo.org/workshops

02/10/2026

Love is with You wherever You go…
Stop by Our HIB Bookstore.

Our Love gift to You is
15-25% All Merchandise
from
February 10-28!

See you Soon 💜

Join us on Friday for HIB Book Club. This month’s book is The Pearl that Broke its Shell by Nadia Hashimi. Engage in the...
02/10/2026

Join us on Friday for HIB Book Club.

This month’s book is The Pearl that Broke its Shell by Nadia Hashimi. Engage in the conversation and enjoy great company in a serene setting.

https://hibuffalo.org/workshops

It is with a deep sense of sadness that we share the news of Rolf Sovik’s passing. A source of great wisdom and infinite...
02/01/2026

It is with a deep sense of sadness that we share the news of Rolf Sovik’s passing. A source of great wisdom and infinite compassion, Rolf was a blessing to us all - always meeting each person he encountered with sincerity, respect, and kindness.

For over two decades, Rolf and Mary Gail served as the co-directors of the Buffalo center. Their dedication to selfless service and to the Tradition is what motivates us to this day - shaping our home on Delaware Avenue into the living shrine that so many have come to love and call their spiritual home.

A celebration of Rolf’s life and legacy will be held at HIB in late spring when Mary Gail can be here with us. We will announce the date when it has been set. We look forward to being with you and to sharing stories of love and gratitude for our teacher and dear friend.

Thank you, Rolf. And thank you, MG. Your light, your wisdom, and your continued presence have helped so many. We are forever grateful.

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Buffalo, NY
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