The Sivananda lineage is a stream of knowledge passed from Guru to disciple. It begins with Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh, a saint known for his kindness, clarity and tireless service. His main disciple, Swami Vishnudevananda, carried these teachings across the world and opened the first Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres and Ashrams.
This lineage continues in India and in many countries today. Every class, every chant and every act of service carries the blessing of this simple tradition: serve, love, give, purify and meditate.
The Teachings Today
Health is Wealth. Peace of Mind is Happiness. Yoga shows the way
The teachings of the lineage are practised every day in the Sivananda Ashrams and Centres. Students experience Yoga in a simple and direct way. They learn to care for the body, steady the breath, focus the mind and open the heart.
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How the teachings flow today
- Daily satsang and mantra chanting
- Classical Hatha Yoga classes
- Karma Yoga and community life
- Study of Yoga philosophy and self-discipline
