Centre Information
We offer daily classes, courses, and workshops on yoga, meditation, philosophy, and other yoga-related subjects. Complete beginners will find individual instruction and encouragement with caring teachers. More advanced practitioners will find fresh inspiration to delve more deeply into their practices. We are recognized worldwide for teaching yoga authentically, preserving the purity and traditions dating back several thousand years.
Specialised kids, gentle, and prenatal yoga classes, as well as workshops and specialised courses round out our schedule. Topics include: Vedanta, Sanskrit, advanced asanas, vegetarian cooking, meditation, cleansing kriyas, positive thinking, chakras, and more. Join us for satsang and celebration of spiritual festivals to enjoy community and connection.
All of our teachers serve on a volunteer basis (karma yoga) and our Centre is assisted by many volunteers. We welcome any offering of your time and skills in running the Centre.
Our Centre is open to all. Come and experience the benefits of yoga and community with us.
Useful Guidelines
To maintain the spiritual atmosphere of the Centre, we request all the guests to comply with the Guidelines below:
Attendance
Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the class starts. Always check in at the Front Desk. Those arriving more than 10 minutes after the class has begun will NOT be permitted to enter. You are required to stay for the entire duration of the class.
Mobile Phones and Recording
Mobile phones must be switched off within the Centre.Photography, video or audio recording are not permitted in the Centre.
Dress Code
Please dress modestly, with shoulders, midriff and legs covered. Tight fitting, transparent and revealing clothing is not permitted in the Centre. Please do not wear jewellery or fragrances to the class. Private washrooms for changing are available.
What to Bring
Please bring your own yoga mat or a large towel. The Centre does not provide mats. Yoga mats are available for purchase in the Centre boutique. Please DO NOT bring any food, drink, or personal belongings into the class.
Food and Water
We recommend that you do not eat for at least 2-3 hours prior to a yoga class. Drink plenty of water prior to class, but avoid drinking during class.
Medical Conditions
Please notify the teacher of injuries or medical conditions.
Registration
Courses and workshops are held on a regular basis. Advance payment is required to hold a spot in any course / programme. If you would like to try a class before registering for a course, please try any of our Community Classes.
Payment options
We accept payments through cash, wallets, cards and online transactions.
Refunds/Cancellations
Payment once made is non-refundable and non-extendable.
Cancellation of a course/workshop by the Centre will result in a full refund of any payment made.
Missed Classes
Missed classes during a Course can be made up or substituted with classes from another ongoing Course.
Donations
The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre is a registered charity. We try to keep prices to a minimum. Donations are appreciated and are tax exempt.
Liability Release Form
Students applying for any courses/workshops/programmes at the Centre are required to sign the Liability Release Form.
