What is Sivananda Yoga?

Sivananda Yoga is a classical, traditional form of yoga that integrates body, mind, and spirit. It’s not about achieving extreme poses — it’s about building a balanced, sustainable practice that improves your daily life.

Our founder, Swami Vishnudevananda, distilled the vast science of yoga into five simple principles that anyone can follow:

Five Points of Yoga

By closely observing the lifestyles and needs of people, Swami Vishnudevananda, a renowned authority on hatha yoga and raja yoga, synthesised the four paths of yoga into five basic principles that can be easily incorporated into a daily lifestyle providing the foundation for healthy living. It is on these five principles that the activities of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres are based.

Proper Exercise (Asana)

Proper Breathing (Pranayama)

Proper Relaxation (Savasana)

Proper Diet (Vegetarian)

Meditation & Positive Thinking

Four Paths of Yoga

The Sivananda approach brings four streams into one daily practice. Each path trains a different aspect of the individual—action, emotion, mind, and intellect—so growth is balanced and practical.

Karma Yoga

Bhakti Yoga

Raja Yoga

Jnana Yoga

What to Expect in Your First Class

  • Classes last about 90 minutes
  • We begin with breathing exercises and warm-ups
  • Then move through a series of yoga postures (asanas)
  • Every class ends with guided deep relaxation
  • Mats are provided — just bring yourself
  • Arrive 10–15 minutes early for your first visit
  • No prior experience is needed

The Journey

Start yoga or meditation with clear, guided learning.

Join a small group and learn step by step in a simple, relaxed setting. Whether you are completely new, returning after a break, or looking to strengthen your foundation, these courses give you a practical way to build your practice and carry it into daily life.

Beginner courses focus on the essentials—postures, breathing, relaxation, and meditation—taught in a way that is easy to follow and safe to practise.

Free Trial Class

Every Sunday

Beginners’ Course

Mon – Fri

Weekend Beginners

Sat – Sun

Meditation Course

Mon – Fri

How to Get Started

Register Online

Create your student account on our registration portal.

Choose a Course

Pick a Beginners’ Course batch that fits your schedule.

Show Up

Come to the centre 15 minutes early. We’ll take care of the rest.

Frequently Asked Questions

No you do not need to be flexible. Yoga builds flexibility, as you go through the guided beginners course and transition to the Open Class, flexibility builds. As long as you have a consistent practice you will build your flexibility.

No prior experience is needed. Joining the Free Trial and Beginners’ Course takes you gradually through the 12 basic postures. The practice is guided in a simple and safe manner.

Classes are 90 minutes long, it includes pranayama and basic warm-up exercises. Teachers demonstrate and explain the benefits of new postures for students to safely enter and exit the pose. Class ends with savasana, a guided deep relaxation.

Bring your own yoga mat and water bottle. These items can also be purchased from the centre boutique. Wear loose, comfortable clothing suitable for practice and arrive 10 to 15 minutes early.

New students have the option of a free trial class, then transitioning to the Beginners’ Course that is available on both weekdays and weekends. New students can also join the Meditation Course.

New students are encouraged to register online at , create a student account, choose a suitable Beginners' Course and you're done! Arrive 15 minutes early on your first day.

Ready to start?

Join a beginner course and take your first step toward a healthier, calmer life.