Programs

Myofascial Release Journey: Exploring Musculature through a Vedic Lens

with Brie Burbank, E-RYT-200, CMT, LE

October 23 - 25, 2026

Take a journey into the intricacies of myofascial exploration through a vedic lens. Through this weekend immersion dive into the myofascial matrix to examine the diverse types of fascia while discovering effective methods, practices, and tools to manage this multifaceted system. Drawing from 23 years of bodywork experience and 15 years of teaching expertise, Brie […]

Meditation, Healing and Inner Peace

with Tom Spector, Ph.D.

November 6 - 8, 2026

Join us for a deep and practical weekend experience with Thomas Spector, Ph.D, that will improve and enhance your meditation skills along with your state of wellbeing. This program offers a clear, supportive introduction to meditation for newcomers while also providing seasoned practitioners with advanced techniques to deepen their existing practice. Participants will learn the […]

The Life and Practical Spiritual Teachings of Anandamayi Ma - Kirtan and Mantra

with Mangalananda Acharya

November 6 - 8, 2026

Plunge into an immersive experience of the great Woman Saint described in Paramahansa Yogananda’s book, Autobiography of a Yogi, Anandamayi Ma, the “Bliss Permeated Mother of Bengal” with a direct disciple and Lineage Teacher of her Tradition. Participants will study and practice Ma’s simple and direct teachings of spiritual life, practice and world-vision, and see […]

Living the Practice: How to Keep Growing as a Yoga Teacher

with Swami Asokananda, E-RYT 500

November 13 - 15, 2026

As yoga teachers, we give from the heart—sharing not only what we’ve learned, but also the love and spirit behind the teachings. Our students are often deeply grateful for what we offer. Yet, for the sake of both our students and ourselves, we must remain vigilant against complacency and commit to never stop learning, growing, […]

Yin Yoga & Storytelling Training, Module 3

with Biff Mithoefer, E-RYT 500 and Eric Archer

November 17 - 22, 2026

Listen to the Stories Your Body Holds Join Biff Mithoefer, author of The Yin Yoga Kit, for a Yin Yoga training that explores the impact of storytelling on your life. Storytelling is the most ancient of the healing arts. Stories remind us that our lives ebb and flow, and understanding how your own life moves […]

Relax and Rejuvenate

December 4 - 6, 2026

Relax and rejuvenate as your body is placed in gentle, supported asanas (poses) with the use of props, allowing your mind to truly let go. When your body is at rest and your mind becomes calm, you can experience the peace within. This workshop offers complete instruction in gentle restorative poses, as well as: Balanced […]

New Year’s Silent Retreat: The Power of Presence

with Swami Karunananda, E-RYT 500 and Swan Michelle, E-RYT 500

December 28, 2026 - January 2, 2027

Welcoming 2027 at Yogaville. Step into the new year grounded, clear, and deeply present. Join us at the peaceful sanctuary of Yogaville for our signature and transformative New Year’s Silent Retreat: The Power of Presence. Within the sacred container of silence, we step away from the noise of daily life and return to what is […]

A New Year Journey: 18 Days of Yoga and Meditation

with Saci Murphy, E-RYT 500

January 4 - 22, 2027

Practice, Connect, and Transform — One Day at a Time Start the new year with a simple, meaningful commitment to yourself: 18 days of steady practice, guided by Saci Murphy, Executive Director of Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville. Each day offers an opportunity to pause, reconnect, and nurture your well-being through a short contemplative teaching, guided meditation, and […]

Live, Laugh, Love! Free Laugha Yoga Workshop

with Bharata Wingham, E-RYT 200, CLYT

February 13, 2027

Spend a day laughing for no reason. Open your Valentine's weekend with a day of hearty, healing laughter. Laughter Ambassador Bharata Wingham, who has led Laugha Yoga at Yogaville since 1997, guides a free, all-day workshop that joins the joy of laughter with the bliss of yoga. No experience is needed, only a willingness to […]

Sounds of the Soul: Sufi Music inspired by Rumi

with Amir Vahab

February 26 - 28, 2027

A weekend of music, mysticism, and the poetry of Rumi. Join master musician Amir Vahab for a weekend of Sufi music and the spiritual poetry of Rumi. Amir has devoted his life to preserving and sharing the Sufi musical tradition, and his performances weave traditional Sufi melodies with contemporary influences. For the Sufis, we are […]

Reclaiming Your Attention in a Distracted World

with Joni Staaf-Stamford, ERYT-500, LPC, NCC

March 5 - 7, 2027

Train the restless mind to come home. In yoga, the mind is understood to be naturally restless, drawn outward through the senses. Today that pull is stronger than ever, and staying steady, present, and connected takes practice. Join counselor and yoga teacher Joni Staaf-Stamford, author of The AI Antidote, for a practical, experiential weekend on […]

Somatic & Spiritual Smiles: Uniting Yogic Wisdom and Western Psychology for Inner Joy

with Sampada Desai, M.A., LPC, NCC, E-RYT 500, CLL/CLTT

March 5 - 7, 2027

Healing does not always have to be heavy. Stress, anxiety, and trauma tend to settle in the body, and real healing has to include the body as well as the mind. In this weekend with licensed professional counselor and Integral Yoga teacher Sam Desai, yoga psychology meets somatic movement and evidence-based mental health principles. Together […]

Awaken the Power Within: Qigong & Tai Chi for Harmony with Nature and Self

with Master Shahar Kovetz and Michael Anthony, LCSW

March 11 - 14, 2027

The Practice: Awaken Energy Through Movement Move as meditation. Breathe as prayer. Return to the rhythms of the natural world. Step into the healing embrace of the mountains, the radiant sun, and the timeless wisdom of the internal arts. Guided by Master Shahar Kovetz and Michael Anthony, this unique retreat invites you to experience Qigong […]

Karma, Effort, and Grace

with Swami Karunananda, E-RYT 500

March 12 - 14, 2027

The Universe unfolds in an orderly way based on the grand Law of Causation, known as Karma. There is individual karma, national karma, and global karma. The pattern of cause and effect is clear, though sometimes the cause lies hidden in the distant past. Join Swami Karunananda for a weekend exploring the force that shapes […]

Spring Silent Retreat: Reconnect, Renew, Restore

with Swami Divyananda Ma, E-RYT 500 and Swan Michelle, E-RYT 500

March 17 - 21, 2027

As spring breathes new life into the world, embark on a journey of personal renewal at Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville. This silent retreat offers a unique opportunity to align your inner growth with the rebirth of nature around you. Just as the earth awakens from its winter slumber, you'll have the chance to rejuvenate your body, mind, […]

An Easter Retreat with A Course in Miracles

with Bharata Wingham, E-RYT 200, CLYT

March 26 - 28, 2027

"For Easter is the sign of peace, not pain." ~A Course in Miracles This Easter, join Bharata Wingham for a weekend journey through A Course in Miracles. We begin with a bird's-eye overview of the Course: how it came, what it is, and what it says. From there we turn to three of its central […]

Yoga Nidra Training

with Chitra Sukhu

March 31 - April 4, 2027

Yoga Nidra Teacher Training In this transformative Yoga Nidra Training for Yoga Teachers, participants will delve into the profound art of Yoga Nidra, a practice renowned for its healing and restorative powers. Under the guidance of Chitra Sukhu, a globally recognized expert in Yoga Nidra and Hatha Yoga, students will learn not only the foundational […]

Becoming Real: A Retreat for Turbulent Times

with Keri Mangis, E-RYT, CAP, TEDx

April 2 - 4, 2027

Transformation has stages. This weekend helps you walk through them. For anyone feeling stretched thin by uncertain times, Keri Mangis leads a weekend of teaching, guided reflection, journaling, meditation, and yin yoga. Keri is an E-RYT, a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, and a spiritual teacher with more than 20 years of experience. Her latest book is […]

Where the Mind Grows Quiet: A Spring Contemplative Hiking Retreat

with Avi Gordon

April 9 - 11, 2027

Join us for a rejuvenating weekend that pairs silent hikes with meaningful group connection, offering a chance to digital detox by stepping away from phones and media. The hikes themselves are held in silence, inviting you to immerse in nature's calm and cultivate mental clarity, heightened awareness, and inner reflection — while the rest of […]

Surya Pranayama Training

with Slava Surya Kolpakov

April 23 - 25, 2027

Nine breathing practices for sunrise, sunset, and a steadier life. This weekend certification training teaches Surya Pranayama, a system of nine breathing practices built for sunrise and sunset. Yoga teachers and dedicated practitioners will learn to use the breath to slow the heart, warm the body, and settle the mind into meditation, and will leave […]

Finding Your Voice: Yoga & Creative Writing Retreat

with Charles MacInerney, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT

April 23 - 25, 2027

A spring weekend of Hatha yoga, meditation, and writing with Charles MacInerney Join veteran retreat leader Charles MacInerney for a spring weekend of yoga and creative writing at Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville in Buckingham, Virginia. The weekend blends gentle Hatha yoga and guided meditation with creative writing in the Amherst Writers & Artists method, in a warm […]

Thai Massage Foundations

with Slava Surya Kolpakov

April 29 - May 2, 2027

Hands-on healing, grounded in safe and efficient body mechanics. 12 CE hours accredited by NCBTMB. This introductory training teaches the foundations of Thai Massage to anyone who wants to learn it, whether you are a Yoga teacher, a massage therapist, or completely new to bodywork. Over four days you will learn to give a full […]

Patanjali Yoga Sutras Immersive Workshop

with Carroll Ann F. Buckley, E-RYT 500

May 7 - 9, 2027

Discover the transformative power of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras in this intensive weekend immersion led by expert instructor Carroll Ann F. Buckley. This course is designed for yogis of all levels seeking to deepen their practice and understanding of yoga philosophy. What You'll Experience: Sanskrit chanting to connect with the original texts Guided journaling for personal […]

Clear The Path: Resources for the Sacred Self - Weekend Retreat

with Iswari Lillian Lennox, LMHC, C-iRest®, E-RYT 500 and Mahadevi Morgan Lennox Whitehead, E-RYT 500

May 7 - 9, 2027

Take time for yourself and shine a light on your sacred journey. This Mother's Day weekend, discover how to end repetitive cycles of stress and suffering, heal the division between your World Self and your Sacred Self, and dissolve the obstacles that keep you from joy, so your sacred path and embodied wisdom can come […]

Mantra: The Science of Inner Transformation

with Manish Vyas

June 18 - 20, 2027

A Journey into Sound, Meditation and Conscious Living Mantra is a science of sound from an ancient Indian metaphysical system. It rests on the premise that the entire cosmos, and everything in it, consists of sound vibration, or nada. The sounds of mantra come from that current. They exist in nature, and they were first […]

2027 Global Integral Yoga Celebration

with Swami Ramananda, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT, Swami Asokananda, E-RYT 500, Nalanie Harilela Chellaram, Swami Karunananda, E-RYT 500 and Avi Gordon

September 2 - 6, 2027

Early-bird: $200 off through 12/31/26. Gather at the Heart of Integral Yoga Join us at Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, the international headquarters and spiritual home of Integral Yoga, for a global gathering of practitioners, teachers, and seekers. Set in the Blue Ridge foothills and centered on the Light Of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS), these five days bring […]