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Monday 10am - 1pm 3pm - 9:15pm Tuesday 10am - 1pm 3pm - 9:15pm Wednesday 10am - 1pm 3pm - 9:15pm Thursday 10am - 1pm 3pm - 9:15pm Friday 10am - 1pm 3pm - 8pm Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 3:15pm - 8pm

Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center New York

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Yoga Vedanta Center We are part of a worldwide organization, the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres, founded by Swami Vishnu-devananda.

The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center is a non-profit organization run by voluntary staff and dedicated to the aim of disseminating the knowledge of yoga. We have been in continuous operation at its present location on West 24th Street in New York since 1964 - and have been teaching in NY since 1959. A renowned authority on Hatha Yoga and Raja Yoga, Swami Vishnudevananda was sent to the west by his Master, Swami Sivananda to spread the ideals of Yoga and Vedanta with the words 'people are waiting.'

04/14/2026

Elevate your energy and stabilize your mind. Inversions are one of yoga’s most potent tools for renewing the entire system.

Join our specialized 90-minute workshop to master the correct technique for the headstand. This session is perfect for practitioners looking to deepen their Hatha Yoga practice with a strong technical foundation and a focus on inner peace.

Benefits of attending:

Improve your balance and core strength.

Learn how to prep your body safely to avoid injury.

Develop profound patience and serenity.

📅 April 25 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
🔗 Registration is open in our website.

04/07/2026

Discover the Heartbeat of the Tabla 🥁✨

Rhythm is more than just sound—it is a pathway to presence and inner stillness. Join us at the Sivananda Yoga Center NY for a special Beginner Tabla Workshop with Indranil Mallick.

A leading tabla artist trained under esteemed masters like Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri, Indranil will guide you through the "living pulse" of this ancient instrument. Whether you’ve never touched a drum or are simply curious about Indian classical music, this workshop is designed for you.

What you’ll explore:

Foundational hand techniques.

The "bols" (the language of the drum).

Simple rhythmic cycles to ground the mind.

🗓 Saturday, April 11 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Sivananda Yoga Center, NY
💰 Fee: $30

No experience needed.
Bring your own drums if you have them!
🔗 Reserve your spot at our website!

03/31/2026

Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to refresh your Hatha Yoga practice, our upcoming Yoga 1 Course offers the perfect reset.

This is a thorough, 8-class immersion into the Sivananda tradition. We go beyond the physical to give you the tools for a sustainable practice that supports your mental clarity and inner balance in a busy world.

What’s included:

- Step-by-step guidance on fundamental postures.
- Techniques to master your breath and calm your mind.
- A supportive community to grow with.

When: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6:00 PM
Duration: 4 Weeks (Starts April 7)

03/24/2026

Your Daily Rhythm is Your Medicine 🌿

Do you ever feel like you’re swimming against the current? Ayurveda teaches us that health isn't just about what we eat—it’s about how and when we live.

Join us for our Ayurveda: Dinacharya Workshop with Ishwari to discover the ancient art of the daily routine. From morning rituals that spark your digestive fire to evening habits that ensure deep rest, you’ll learn how to nurture your unique constitution (Dosha).

What we’ll explore:
✨ Morning & evening self-care rituals
✨ Tailoring your diet to your natural rhythm
✨ Simple habits to boost immunity and energy

Saturday, March 28 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Sivananda Yoga Center, NY

Small shifts, big transformation. Reserve your spot at: https://sivanandanyc.org/program-calendar/

03/17/2026

Simple. Pure. Sattvic.

Unlock the wisdom of Ayurvedic and Yogic eating. Our upcoming workshop features a special Vegan Korean Temple menu that proves "simple" can be incredibly delicious.

We’ll be diving into:

The science of food combinations for a steady nervous system.

Mindful preparation techniques.

The "In-between" (half-polished) rice method.

Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just curious about conscious eating, this workshop is for you.

📅 Mar 21 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
🔗 Register today

03/10/2026

🧘‍♂️ Anatomy of Asanas Workshop with Swami Jnaneswariananda

What really happens inside the body when you move through an asana?

Join this special workshop exploring how the body moves, stabilizes, and finds balance within yoga postures. Through simple anatomical insights and practical demonstrations, you’ll discover how muscles, joints, and movement patterns work together to support a safer, more intelligent practice.

You’ll learn:
✨ How alignment influences breath
✨ The relationship between strength and mobility
✨ How mindful engagement prevents strain
✨ A deeper understanding of common yoga poses

Perfect for practitioners and yoga teachers who want to refine their practice and connect more deeply with the intelligent harmony between body and asana.

📅 March 14–15, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Deepen your practice. Move with awareness. Experience asana from the inside out.

🔗 Reserve your spot now

03/03/2026

Yoga Hang Out – A Day of Yoga with Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers Staff

Saturday, March 7, 2026
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Step into the year with intention, connection, and joy. Join us for a refreshing Yoga Hang Out where you’ll reconnect with yourself and explore simple, powerful practices that support physical and mental well-being. Whether you're brand new or a longtime yogi, this day is open to all.

10:30–11:45 AM – Introduction to Meditation & Holistic Well-being
12:00–1:30 PM – All-Levels Yoga Asana Class
1:30–2:00 PM – Vegetarian Lunch (suggested donation $10)

Bring a water bottle and a mat (or towel for a provided mat).

Come for the yoga, stay for the community.
Reserve your spot today.

02/24/2026

Ready to deepen your practice?‍✨

Yoga II Intermediate with Radhika
📅 March 3–26, 2026
🕕 Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6:00–7:30 PM

Build strength, confidence, and fluidity as you expand on the foundations of Yoga I. This course reinforces essential postures and pranayama while guiding you into a deeper, more refined experience of practice.

What to expect:
• Longer holds to build stability & focus
• Smooth, mindful transitions
• Variations of foundational asanas
• Optional Headstand training for ready students

Perfect for those returning after a break or experienced practitioners new to the Sivananda Yoga style.

Step back onto the mat and elevate your practice.
Reserve your spot today.

02/23/2026

Transform your home into a sanctuary of healing and harmony ✨

Join us February 28, 2026 | 10:30 AM–12:00 PM for a powerful Vastu Shastra Workshop with Olga Sokolova Mandodari.

Discover how ancient Indian design principles can elevate even a small NYC apartment into a space of clarity, balance, and inner peace.

🌿 Learn about the five elemental zones
🌿 Understand your home’s energy channels
🌿 Enhance sleep, meditation & creativity
🌿 Explore colors, light & natural materials for healing
🌿 Experience a guided meditation inside the Vaastu Vimana

Olga, author of Your Happy House: Illustrated Vastu Shastra for Everyone, brings timeless wisdom for modern living.

Step into a space that supports your highest self.
Reserve your spot today.

02/17/2026

Turn your world upside down — safely and confidently.

Join our Headstand (Śīrṣāsana) Workshop with Saraswati and learn a step-by-step, methodical approach to one of yoga’s most powerful postures. Known as the “king of asanas,” headstand can energize the body, sharpen focus, and steady the mind — when practiced with the right foundation.

In this guided session you’ll work on proper alignment, shoulder and core strength, balance drills, and supported wall variations. The focus is on patience, awareness, and confidence — not rushing the final pose.

Perfect for students who want to learn or refine their headstand with expert guidance.

Sat • Feb 21 • 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Reserve your spot today.

02/12/2026

Yoga II – Intermediate Course with Radhika

Ready to deepen your practice? Yoga II builds on the foundation of Yoga I and supports you in developing a steadier, more confident personal practice through longer holds, smoother transitions, and expanded variations of the classical postures.

This intermediate course reinforces core asanas and pranayama while gradually introducing refinements and new challenges. Headstand training is offered for students who are ready.

Ideal for returning students and experienced practitioners who are new to the Sivananda method.

Tue & Thu | Feb 17 – Mar 12 | 6:00–7:30 PM
Reserve your spot.

02/11/2026

Sivaratri Puja with Sw Jnaneswariananda

Join us for Śivarātri, the sacred night of Lord Śiva — a powerful time for inward reflection, devotion, and renewal. On this auspicious evening, we gather for a traditional puja with chanting, mantra, prayer, and offerings, creating a deeply peaceful and uplifting spiritual atmosphere.

This observance invites the mind toward silence and the heart toward clarity, helping us rest in stillness and reconnect with the inner Self.

All are welcome. Free and open to all.
Sun, Feb 15 | 6:15–8:00 PM
Please reserve in advance.

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243 W 24th Street
New York, NY
10011

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 1pm
	3pm - 9:15pm
Tuesday	10am - 1pm
	3pm - 9:15pm
Wednesday	10am - 1pm
	3pm - 9:15pm
Thursday	10am - 1pm
	3pm - 9:15pm
Friday	10am - 1pm
	3pm - 8pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	3:15pm - 8pm

Telephone

+12122554560

Website

http://sivanandanyc.org/

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