Programs

Now is a time when many people may want the solace of being able to reach out to Integral Yoga sannyasins and ministers to talk on the phone. We are here for you. We can offer spiritual discussions about the teachings and community connection during these difficult times. […]

Experience a day of Yoga and sweet music to ground deep within your roots, and return to your heart space. Enjoy a recorded 90-minute rhythmic Vinyasa flow Yoga class with international Yoga instructor Becky (Tara) Eschenroeder accompanied by uplifting music performed by guitarist/singer/songwriter, the 2017 International Fingerstyle Guitar Champion, Christie Lenée. You will have access […]

Reflect, relax, renew, and turn your home into an oasis of peace. Enjoy previously recorded classes from Yogaville’s Spring Silent Retreat in meditation, Yoga philosophy, Hatha Yoga, and much more. In these challenging times, dive deep into your Yoga practices and emerge refreshed and at peace. During this retreat, you will: Reconnect with your inner […]

Join us for a weekend of whole-self nourishment and restoration! In this workshop you will learn innovative and therapeutic Somatic Movements while enjoying meditation, organic farm-to-table meals, and the inspiration of the sacred Blue Ridge Mountains. Gentle Somatic Yoga® is a simple, practical, and effective form of brain-to-muscle re-education that addresses the root cause of […]

Gentle Somatic Yoga® (GSY) GSY is a simple, practical, and effective form of brain-to-muscle re-education that goes to the root cause of most chronic muscular pain and stiffness. This heart-informed and evidence-based method is accessible for most people and can be incorporated into other spiritual practices. The beneficial results can be immediate and long-lasting. In […]

In a time of constant pressure, distraction, and stress, it’s easy to become disconnected—from our bodies, the natural world, and what really matters. Join us at Yogaville for Nurture with Nature– a nature therapy weekend retreat designed to help you slow down, unplug, and come home to nature and yourself. The retreat will be led […]

As autumn settles gently over Yogaville, the trees shimmer in gold and crimson, and the cool air carries nature’s quiet invitation to turn inward. Whispering Leaves is a sacred weekend of silence, reflection, and renewal — held in the serene embrace of this spiritual sanctuary dedicated to peace and Integral Yoga. Nestled in the foothills […]

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 […]

You don't have to carry everything you've been carrying. What if during this weekend you could set some of it down — the tension in your body, the emotions you've been pushing away, the beliefs that quietly tell you you're not enough, or aspects of your relationships that feel unresolved? What if you could leave […]

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 […]

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 […]

Pranayama enables us to unlock the great power and mystery that lie hidden in the breath. By regulating the breath, we can energize, strengthen, detoxify and relax the body. There are methods to calm, balance and focus the mind. Through regular practice, the dormant subtle energy within is awakened leading to the highest spiritual realization. […]

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, […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

Travel to the birthplace of Yoga and earn your certification as an Integral Yoga Meditation Teacher. In the motherland of Sri Swami Satchidananda, you will train with our Integral Yoga instructors in an intimate classroom setting. This two week immersion will gift you with the knowledge on how to deepen your own meditation practice and […]

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 […]

Become a Yoga Teacher! In a world of stress, Yoga is the need of the hour. An Integral Yoga teacher training gives you a full spectrum of peace practices to offer your community. Along the way, most students discover that their own lives are transformed in the most beautiful ways. This 200-hour course is offered […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

"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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Become a Yoga Teacher! This is Part 2 of 2. The 200-Hour Integral Yoga Teacher Training is one program in two parts, and it begins online with Part 1 on February 14, 2027. Part 2 is open to students who have completed Part 1. To start the training, apply on the Part 1 page. In […]

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 […]