Sivananda Yoga Farm

09/06/2025

Join the SYHET Info session on Sep 27 if you are interested in helping others through Sivananda Yoga.

🌿 SYHET 2026 – INFORMATION SESSION 🌿
📅 Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 5PM PT | Online (Zoom)
🧘‍♀️ Are you ready to go deeper in your Yoga practice & healing journey?
If you’ve completed a yoga teacher training course (TTC) but still feel something inside you — or around you — needs deeper transformation, this may be your next step.
SYHET (Sivananda Yoga Health Educator Training) is a 2-year Yoga Therapy certification program that combines:
✨ Classical Yoga Therapy (Sivananda tradition)
✨ Anatomy & mental health foundations
✨ Emotional & spiritual healing
✨ 1-on-1 mentoring & coaching
✨ 3 in-person immersions in California
✨ Online live sessions between modules
✨ International Yoga Alliance Certification
💎 INFORMATION DAY – What you’ll get:
✔ Meet the teachers & mentors
✔ Learn the structure & vision of SYHET
✔ Ask your questions live
✔ Connect with like-minded seekers
🎯 Who is this for?
Yoga teachers & seekers ready for deeper self-healing
Those wanting to guide others through chronic pain, trauma, anxiety, or stress
Anyone called to serve with wisdom, compassion & presence
🎁 Bonus:
All attendees receive a PDF guide:
“Resilience in Life Structures – Conflict and Stress”
(from Yoga Sadhana for Self-Healing by Swami Sitaramananda)
🌱 Reserve your spot now – only 1 minute!
📌 Click here to Register: https://tinyurl.com/SYHET-Sep27
🙏 Yoga therapy is not just a method – it’s a way of living and serving from a deeper place. If this resonates, we warmly invite you to join.

08/28/2025

🌸✨ Ganesha Chaturthi - Ganesha Birthday✨🌸

Yesterday, we came together to honor Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles and bringer of wisdom, joy, and auspicious beginnings. The day was filled with chanting, prayer, offerings, and heartfelt devotion as we celebrated Ganesha Chaturthi in the traditional way.

Through puja, mantras, and sacred rituals, we invoked Ganesha’s blessings to guide us on the path of yoga, knowledge, and inner peace. The atmosphere was vibrant, filled with music, flowers, and the shared energy of our community.

🙏 May Lord Ganesha bless all with clarity, strength, and a smooth journey on the spiritual path.

✨ Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha! ✨

08/26/2025

🌿 Completion of Our Juice Fasting Program 🌿

We have just concluded our Juice Fasting Program here at the Sivananda Yoga Farm. Over the past 10 days, participants joined together in a supportive environment of yoga, meditation, satsang, and fresh nourishing juices.

This program offered an opportunity not only to cleanse and rejuvenate the body, but also to quiet the mind and uplift the spirit. Fasting, combined with the practices of yoga, creates space for healing, clarity, and a deeper connection with the Self.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the participants for their dedication, openness, and willingness to embark on this journey. May the benefits of the fast continue to support you in health, peace, and spiritual growth.


SIVANANDA ASHRAM YOGA FARM
☎️ 530 272 9322
💻 yogafarm.org
⛰ 14651 Ballantree Lane, Grass Valley, CA

08/13/2025

🌿 A New Chapter in Yoga Healing is Here 🌿

Dear Yoga Farm friends,

Over the years, many of you have joined us in deepening your yoga practice and exploring the path of self-healing.
Now, we are opening a special new space dedicated entirely to Yoga Therapy & Healing Education — a place for those who wish to take this journey to the next level.

✨ We warmly invite you to follow our new page: SYHET – Sivananda Yoga Health Educator Training ✨
👉
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579171683206

On the SYHET page, you’ll find:
🌱 Inspiring healing stories from students and teachers
🌱 Practical tips for integrating Yoga Therapy into daily life
🌱 Insights into anatomy, mental health, and emotional well-being
🌱Updates about our 2-year IAYT-accredited Yoga Therapy Certification Program

If you’ve ever felt called to bring more healing into your own life — and into the lives of others — this is your space.
We hope you’ll join us there and be part of this new chapter.

With love and gratitude,
🌼 The Yoga Farm Team

08/09/2025

That morning, we walked the labyrinth —one quiet step at a time, turning inward with every curve.

Labyrinth walking is a moving meditation, a journey into stillness through gentle movement. Unlike a maze, there's only one path in and out—no wrong turns, no puzzles to solve. Just a sacred space to slow down, breathe deeply, and listen.

Each step becomes a prayer for peace. Peace in our hearts, peace in our minds, peace in the world. Because when each of us cultivates inner peace, the whole world becomes more peaceful.

As we followed the winding path, surrounded by the peaceful energy of the farm, we were reminded that the journey itself is the destination.

Grateful for this grounding practice and the opportunity to connect with nature, stillness, and ourselves. 🌿🧘‍♀️

08/03/2025

MEDITATION FOR WELL-BEING COURSE (AUG 12 - 17, 2025)

This Yogic Meditation course introduces the basic guidelines and conditions for classical yogic meditation. There will be discussion on Why meditate? and the necessity to go to the transcendental level of existence to find true peace and happiness. Participants will study the mechanics of the mind and how to calm the mind and turn inward for Self-awareness. Learn to withdraw the senses and to take distance from the sensual world of objects which create desires, discontentment and restlessness in an endless pursuit of external happiness.

Learn techniques to improve concentration and reduce distractions for success in all endeavors in life. Learn relationship between posture, prana and thoughts and how to transition between the 5 states of mind. The goal is peace of mind. You will be introduced to the science of mantra healing using sacred sounds to nurture positive energy and connect with one’s own consciousness. You will practice yoga postures, yoga breathing and meditation twice per day, participate in daily Kirtan chanting sessions.

TOPICS
Asanas
The twelve basic steady postures and meditative postures
Flexibility of spine
Increased flow of prana through asana practice

Pranayama
Balancing breath to calm the mind and emotions
Increase prana to control the mind
Channel prana inward and upward
Raja Yoga

Yamas: Ahimsa, Satya, Brahmacharya, Asteya, Aparigraha
Niyamas: Saucha, Santosha, Tapas, Swadhyaya, Iswara-pranidhana
How to reduce vrittis, Concentration
Mechanics of the Mind
How to see the truth beyond our mental projections
Discussion on subconscious samskaras, karma and thought patterns

DAILY SCHEDULE
• 6:00am Satsang (Meditation, chanting, lecture)
• 8:00 – 10:00am Yoga Asana and Pranayama Class
• 10:00am Brunch
• 10:45am Karma Yoga
• 12:00 – 1:00pm Self-study and Personal Meditation Practice
• 1:00 – 2:30pm Meditation Workshop
• 4:00pm Yoga Asana and Pranayama Practice
• 6:00pm Dinner
• 7:30pm Satsang (Meditation, chanting, lecture)

PRE-REQUISITE
There are no prerequisites other than a sincere desire to learn classical yoga.

REGISTER
https://sivanandayogafarm.org/programs/4017/meditation-for-well-being/

SIVANANDA ASHRAM YOGA FARM
☎️ 530 272 9322
💻 yogafarm.org
⛰ 14651 Ballantree Lane, Grass Valley, CA

08/03/2025

SYHET INFORMATION SESSION – Meeting Online via Zoom link
⏰ Friday Aug 22, 7pm PT
⏰ Saturday Sep 27, 5pm PT
⏰ Saturday Oct 25, 5pm PT

Speak to senior faculty about the Sivananda Yoga Health Educator Training, 800-hour Yoga Therapy program. The next cohort begins January 2026. For Yoga teachers looking to take the next step, learn about this unique and transformational program that gives you the tools to empower others in their own healing journey.

This session will share practical course information
🗓️ Dates of the Program
🧘‍♀️ Program Content / Approach to Health and Healing
📅 Program Calendar / Flow
💰 Tuition
🧪 Practicum Description
✅ Pre-requisites

Register via this link:
* Aug 22: https://sivanandayogafarm.org/programs/4040/sivananda-yoga-health-educator-training-information-meeting/
* Sep 27: https://sivanandayogafarm.org/programs/4044/sivananda-yoga-health-educator-training-information-meeting
* Oct 25: https://sivanandayogafarm.org/programs/4045/sivananda-yoga-health-educator-training-information-meeting

We look forward to answer your questions about this life-changing program.

SIVANANDA ASHRAM YOGA FARM
☎️ 530 272 9322
💻 yogafarm.org
⛰ 14651 Ballantree Lane, Grass Valley, CA

07/23/2025

A Peaceful Migration 🪿🌿

Every year, several families of Canada geese make their way to Sivananda Yoga Ashram — not for yoga, but to bring new life into the world.

They quietly build their nests around the ashram grounds, and soon, fluffy goslings appear. For weeks, we have the joy of watching these little ones grow, always closely guarded by their watchful parents. At times, the ashram seems filled with geese — wandering calmly between the temples, gardens, and lake.

They stay with us for weeks, raising their young in this quiet, loving environment. Then, when the goslings are grown and ready, the entire family takes flight, heading back to their northern home.

It’s always a joy to share space with them — a reminder of the harmony between nature and spiritual life.

07/02/2025

🌿 Lavender Harvest at Sivananda Yoga Farm 🌿

A beautiful summer rhythm has begun here at the Sivananda Yoga Farm — the lavender fields are in full bloom, and our community has come together to begin the harvest. 💜

With loving hands and mindful presence, students, karma yogis, and staff are gathering the fragrant purple blossoms under the sun. This sacred harvest is more than just a seasonal task — it’s a practice of seva (selfless service) and deep connection to the Earth.

All the lavender collected will be distilled right here on the farm to create our own organic essential oil and hydrosol. These natural products will be used in our wellness offerings, Ayurveda treatments, and made available in our boutique — infused with the peace and intention of everyone who helped bring them to life.

From seed to scent, every step of this process reflects the yogic way of life: simplicity, sustainability, and unity with nature.

Stay tuned for more photos and stories from the fields! 🌞🌱💧

06/29/2025

🌿✨ Grateful Hearts After a Joyful Family Yoga Camp at Sivananda Ashram! ✨🌿

What a beautiful journey it has been! Our Family Yoga Camp at the Sivananda Yoga Ashram has come to a close, and we’re overflowing with gratitude for the unforgettable moments shared.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 From laughter-filled kids’ yoga and soulful satsangs to peaceful meditation and creative activities, each day brought families closer — to each other, to nature, and to themselves.

🙏 A heartfelt thank you to all the families who joined us with open hearts, to the dedicated teachers and volunteers who guided and supported every step, and to the ashram for holding space for such deep connection and joy.

Until next time, may we carry the peace, joy, and unity of this week into our daily lives. 🕊️

Om Shanti 🙏