Ishta Yoga

04/23/2026

Scenes from Mona’s Yoga Nidra + the Chakras training last week!

Next up: Svadisthana Chakra training May 14 + 15.

See “Specialty Courses” link in bio for more information.

04/23/2026

ISHTA is thrilled to be featured in this year’s Best of New York 2026 list in New York Magazine! Special shout out to ISHTA Senior Teacher .ingraham.562 for her mention! Susan teaches the following classes on our schedule:

Flow + Yin (in-studio and online) Sundays at 10:15am

ISHTA Yin + Thai Massage (in-studio) Mondays at 7:30pm

ISHTA Yin + Thai Massage (in-studio) Fridays at 5pm

04/20/2026

ISHTA Yoga is featured in this years “BEST OF NEW YORK: 259 Things New Yorkers Should Know” in New York Magazine!

“Try Ishta Yoga near Union Square for the antithesis of hot-girl yoga. Take a class with Susan for a Thai yoga foot massage at the end.”

04/16/2026

FREE online info session Tuesday, April 21 at 12:30pm with ISHTA co-owner and teacher training director Mona Anand.

Our Philosophy & the Subtle Body (a 300 Hour Module) starts April 27! Take as a standalone or as part of our
300 hour training (pre-requisite: 200 hour training certification)

200 Hour Training summer intensive runs Jul 13 to Aug 7
Save $800 through Memorial Day!
200 hour Fall Long-Format Training begins in October

https://ishtayoga.com/info-sessions/free-online-info-session-about-ishtas-upcoming-teacher-trainings-cl3t2-phctn-nfwa8-bjfnf-zw982-4jbrk-9b2ma to register.

04/15/2026

IN-STUDIO IS WAITLIST ONLY! Online spots available at https://ishtayoga.com/workshops/monamuladhara-2026

Restorative / Yoga Nidra to Balance Muladhara Chakra Workshop with Mona Anand Thursday March 16th
with Sound Bath by Elena Skovorodko

From Fear to Inner Ease

Muladhara, the root chakra, governs our sense of safety, stability, and how we meet the practical demands of life. When balanced, we feel grounded, steady, and supported. When imbalanced, fear can weaken this center leading to anxiety, disconnection, or feeling stuck and unable to move forward.

In this workshop, we work with the earth element to move from unnecessary fear toward a deep sense of inner ease and stability. Through asana, restorative poses, pranayama, visualization, and a deeply grounding Yoga Nidra practice, we begin to release patterns held in the subconscious and reconnect to a steady foundation within.

$50, $40 for ISHTA Gold, SIlver, Bronze, and Acharya members (price will be reflected at checkout when signed into your Momence account). Acharya members without a current ISHTA membership please reach out to scott@ishtayoga.com for Acharya pricing.

In-Studio & Online (there will be no on-demand for this workshop) Register at https://ishtayoga.com/workshops/monamuladhara-2026

04/15/2026

April 27 + May 1-3
Pranayama and Ayurveda (Part 1)

ISHTA is an acronym for the Integrated Science of Hatha, Ta**ra and Ayurveda. Our Philosophy & the Subtle Body Module brings a uniquely ISHTA perspective to yoga philosophy and the science of yoga and spirituality.

Free online info session on Tuesday April 21 at 12:30pm.

https://ishtayoga.com/upcomingtrainings/event-three-9xnzt-dltb4 more information on the training and https://ishtayoga.com/info-sessions/free-online-info-session-about-ishtas-upcoming-teacher-trainings-cl3t2-phctn-nfwa8-bjfnf-zw982-4jbrk-9b2ma to register for the info session.

Back to All Events 300 Hour Teacher Training Module (Philosophy & the Subtle Body: Ayurveda & Pranayama) Apr 27 + May 1-May 3 Monday, April 27, 2026 12:00 PM Sunday, May 3, 2026 1:00 PM Google Calendar ICS Philosophy & Subtle Body 1 Ayurveda, Bhagavad Gita, and Advanced Pranayama For teachers or...

04/14/2026

May 26 - 28

Early Bird pricing and payment plan options available through May 1st only!
An online training (with in-studio option for Thursday May 28); special pricing for ISHTA Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Acharya members. Please email rumika@ishtayoga.com for special member pricing.

Look for “Specialty Courses” link in bio to register.

Meditation has been a profound tool for the healing and transformation of the human psyche for millennia. Modern research continues to support its benefits on a mental, emotional, and physiological level. As the world continues to be riddled with uncertainty, the practice of meditation remains a source for lasting inner peace and equanimity, and helps one see things more clearly.

This training provides the learner with a direct link to an ancient lineage of meditation from the ISHTA tradition. Kavi Yogiraj Alan Finger, a master of Ta**ra and Kriya meditation, together with two of his senior teachers, Yogiraj’s Peter Ferko and Sarah Platt-Finger, have created a profound, yet accessible, program for all levels of student. Based on techniques handed down from teacher to student, these potent and proven practices will deepen your yoga practice and not just prepare you to teach meditation, but help you understand the rich philosophy behind them. Don’t miss out on this highly specialized opportunity to learn how to live and share the powerful gift of meditation.

Whether you are interested in enhancing your personal practice, teaching meditation as part of your asana class, or leading a full meditation practice in the ISHTA system, this training will provide you with the expert guidance, knowledge, and insight you need to cultivate a life of balance and harmony.

$550 EB (through May 1st); $650 (regular price)

Questions? Email rumika@ishtayoga.com

04/09/2026

It’s not too soon to think about taking our 200 Hour Summer Intensive Yoga Teacher Training starting July 13. The earlier you register, the more you can save.

Visit our 200 Hour Teacher Training link in bio for more information!

04/09/2026

Restorative / Yoga Nidra to Balance Muladhara Chakra Workshop with Mona Anand Thursday March 16th
with Sound Bath by Elena Skovorodko

From Fear to Inner Ease

LIMITED IN-STUDIO SPOTS AVAILABLE! This workshop is part of the Yoga Nidra and the Chakras training, so there are limited in-studio spots available to the public.

Muladhara, the root chakra, governs our sense of safety, stability, and how we meet the practical demands of life. When balanced, we feel grounded, steady, and supported. When imbalanced, fear can weaken this center leading to anxiety, disconnection, or feeling stuck and unable to move forward.

In this workshop, we work with the earth element to move from unnecessary fear toward a deep sense of inner ease and stability. Through asana, restorative poses, pranayama, visualization, and a deeply grounding Yoga Nidra practice, we begin to release patterns held in the subconscious and reconnect to a steady foundation within.

$50, $40 for ISHTA Gold, SIlver, Bronze, and Acharya members (price will be reflected at checkout when signed into your Momence account). Acharya members without a current ISHTA membership please reach out to scott@ishtayoga.com for Acharya pricing.

In-Studio & Online (there will be no on-demand for this workshop) Register at Workshop link in bio.

04/06/2026

Restorative / Yoga Nidra to Balance Muladhara Chakra Workshop with Mona Anand Thursday March 16th
with Sound Bath by Elena Skovorodko

From Fear to Inner Ease

LIMITED IN-STUDIO SPOTS AVAILABLE! This workshop is part of the Yoga Nidra and the Chakras training, so there are limited in-studio spots available to the public.

Muladhara, the root chakra, governs our sense of safety, stability, and how we meet the practical demands of life. When balanced, we feel grounded, steady, and supported. When imbalanced, fear can weaken this center leading to anxiety, disconnection, or feeling stuck and unable to move forward.

In this workshop, we work with the earth element to move from unnecessary fear toward a deep sense of inner ease and stability. Through asana, restorative poses, pranayama, visualization, and a deeply grounding Yoga Nidra practice, we begin to release patterns held in the subconscious and reconnect to a steady foundation within.

$50, $40 for ISHTA Gold, SIlver, Bronze, and Acharya members (price will be reflected at checkout when signed into your Momence account). Acharya members without a current ISHTA membership please reach out to scott@ishtayoga.com for Acharya pricing.

In-Studio & Online (there will be no on-demand for this workshop) Registration: https://ishtayoga.com/workshops/monamuladhara-2026

04/06/2026

May 26 - 28

Early Bird pricing and payment plan options available through May 1st only!
An online training (with in-studio option for Thursday May 28); special pricing for ISHTA Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Acharya members. Please email rumika@ishtayoga.com for special pricing. Visit https://ishtayoga.com/specialty-trainings/meditationtraining2025-dynwk to register.

Meditation has been a profound tool for the healing and transformation of the human psyche for millennia. Modern research continues to support its benefits on a mental, emotional, and physiological level. As the world continues to be riddled with uncertainty, the practice of meditation remains a source for lasting inner peace and equanimity, and helps one see things more clearly.

This training provides the learner with a direct link to an ancient lineage of meditation from the ISHTA tradition. Kavi Yogiraj Alan Finger, a master of Ta**ra and Kriya meditation, together with two of his senior teachers, Yogiraj’s Peter Ferko and Sarah Platt-Finger, have created a profound, yet accessible, program for all levels of student. Based on techniques handed down from teacher to student, these potent and proven practices will deepen your yoga practice and not just prepare you to teach meditation, but help you understand the rich philosophy behind them. Don’t miss out on this highly specialized opportunity to learn how to live and share the powerful gift of meditation.

Whether you are interested in enhancing your personal practice, teaching meditation as part of your asana class, or leading a full meditation practice in the ISHTA system, this training will provide you with the expert guidance, knowledge, and insight you need to cultivate a life of balance and harmony.

$550 EB (through May 1st); $650 (regular price)

Questions? Email rumika@ishtayoga.com

04/02/2026

Muladhara Chakra — Finding Your Ground

From Fear to Inner Ease

Muladhara, the root chakra, governs our sense of safety, stability, and how we meet the practical demands of life. When balanced, we feel grounded, steady, and supported. When imbalanced, fear can weaken this center leading to anxiety, disconnection, or feeling stuck and unable to move forward.

In this workshop, we work with the earth element to move from unnecessary fear toward a deep sense of inner ease and stability. Through asana, restorative poses, pranayama, visualization, and a deeply grounding Yoga Nidra practice, we begin to release patterns held in the subconscious and reconnect to a steady foundation within.

$199 (special pricing for ISHTA, gold, silver, bronze, and Acharia members) for workshop, training day, and optional online Q&A session.

See link in bio for more information and registration