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SUMMARY:Hip Opening Workshop
DESCRIPTION:IN PERSON OR ONLINE \nA Zoom link will be sent to online registrants within one hour of the class start time. \nGet a new perspective on mobility and stress management; stretch and release tension in the hips! Tight hip muscles can lead to misalignment of the hips and pelvis\, and over arching of the lower back. “Hip opening” yoga poses can lead to immediate relief of this muscular tension and with practice lead to increased mobility and better posture (and a calmer mind). Join us to learn and practice hip openers in the context of a Sivananda open class. \n. . . \nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneDonation *Hip Opening Workshop - $25.00Hip Opening Workshop (sliding scale) - $20.00How will you attend? *In personOnlineAdditional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity!Stripe Credit Card *PhoneSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-hip-opening-workshop/
LOCATION:3741 West 27th Street\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90018
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260626T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260626T194500
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SUMMARY:Wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing on Fridays with Swami Sivasankariananda (one hour earlier than usual this week) \nIN PERSON OR ONLINERegistrants will be sent a Zoom link at least one hour before the class. Please be sure to turn your video on. \nWe continue our study of this timeless scripture\, moving through Chapter 2\, Sankhya Yoga. This chapter teaches the applicability of yoga in daily life. Krishna gives a comprehensive understanding of how human sufferings could be relieved with the awareness of the Absolute. \nJoin us weekly\, or drop in when you can. Prior study of the Gita is not necessary to participate. \nThe Gita is alive to those who are alive to it. — Swami Sivananda \nBhagavad Gita with commentary by Swami Sivananda available in our online store. \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneGita - Optional Donation$24$16$10Please choose the donation that works best for you.Stripe Credit CardSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-wisdom-of-the-bhagavad-gita/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T180000
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SUMMARY:Indian Vegetarian Cooking Workshop with Swami Gangananda
DESCRIPTION:Cook with Swami Gangananda \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the workshop. \nThis vegetarian Indian cooking workshop introduces the art of preparing wholesome\, flavorful meals using traditional recipes\, fresh ingredients\, and simple Ayurvedic principles. Participants will learn practical techniques\, balanced seasoning\, and mindful cooking practices that nourish the body\, uplift the mind\, and support a healthy yogic lifestyle. \nStay after the workshop and enjoy the feast! \nMENUPalak PaneerGreen BeansAllo GobhiKheer \nIf you are online and want to cook along with Swamiji\, please email us in advance for the ingredient list at losangeles@sivananda.org \nBring your appetite. Encourage a friend to sign up\, too! \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneI will attend *in persononlineDonation *Indian Vegetarian Cooking Workshop with Swami Gangananda on 6/27 - $40.00Indian Vegetarian Cooking Workshop with Jothi on 7/25 - $40.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity!Stripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/indian-vegetarian-cooking-workshop-with-swami-gangananda/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T094500
DTSTAMP:20260619T151307Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation 1 Course (5 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Gangananda \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline participants will be sent a Zoom link at least an hour before the first class. \nThis 5-session course meets weekly on Sundays for 90-minute sessions. (No class July 5) \nRegular practice of meditation can enhance your mental\, physical\, and spiritual well-being—and increase your immunity. Experience the benefits of meditation for yourself as you get to know your mind\, do weekly short group practice and commit to daily personal practice on your own. Receive practical instructions in thought control\, concentration\, and classical meditation techniques. This course will provide useful tools for empowering you and improving your everyday life. \nWe will cover: \n\nhow to establish a personal meditation practice.\nthe power of thoughts and influence of the vast subconscious mind.\nhow to develop concentration and willpower.\n\nPrerequisite\nCompletion of Positive Thinking Level 1 is recommended\, but not required\, as a preparation. \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *AddressAddress Line 1Address Line 2CityState / Province / RegionPostal Code--- Select country ---AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBolivia (Plurinational State of)Bonaire\, Saint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos (Keeling) IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo (Democratic Republic of the)Cook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzech RepublicCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatini (Kingdom of)EthiopiaFalkland Islands (Malvinas)Faroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIran (Islamic Republic of)IraqIreland (Republic of)Isle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea (Democratic People's Republic of)Korea (Republic of)KosovoKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesia (Federated States of)Moldova (Republic of)MonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth Macedonia (Republic of)Northern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine (State of)PanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint Martin (French part)Saint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint Maarten (Dutch part)SlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyrian Arab RepublicTaiwan\, Republic of ChinaTajikistanTanzania (United Republic of)ThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandUnited States Minor Outlying IslandsUnited States of AmericaUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVatican City StateVenezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)VietnamVirgin Islands (British)Virgin Islands (U.S.)Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland IslandsCountryYoga Experience? *Please describe your yoga experienceHow did you hear about us? *What do you hope to learn? *Anything we should know about you? *Meditation Course (5 sessions) *Meditation 1 Course - $150.00Meditation 2 Course - $150.00Stripe Credit Card *CommentSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-meditation-1-course-5-sessions-2/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Depression
DESCRIPTION:IN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the class. \nSometimes the cause of depression is physical; it may be due to indigestion. Or a cloudy day can bring on depression. Or maybe there is some unnecessary fear\, worry and anxiety that results in an inability to face difficulties. Twenty-three percent of us will suffer from some depressive symptoms in our lifetime. \nDepression consistently ranks among the most common health conditions self-treated with yoga. Classical yoga\, a comprehensive life discipline\, is easily adapted for a wide range of practitioners. It aims to harmonize body\, mind and spirit and to transcend suffering by developing an abiding awareness of one’s spiritual nature. \nSwami Sivananda\, trained as a medical doctor\, wrote a considerable amount on the topic of depression. We will go through his 18 practical hints\, spanning all areas of the yogic lifestyle. \nWe can touch on the areas of sleep\, energy\, appetite—and the mind. Swami Sivananda says\, “Do not listen to the promptings of the mind. Reject them ruthlessly.” \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneDonation *Yoga for Depression - $30.00Yoga for Depression (sliding scale) - $25.00Choose the donation amount that works best for you.How will you attend? *In personOnlineAdditional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity!Stripe Credit Card *MessageSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/yoga-for-depression/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260705T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260705T153000
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SUMMARY:What's Holding You Back?
DESCRIPTION:THE VEDANTIC MAP OF HUMAN EXPERIENCE \nWITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \nWhat limits our freedom and happiness? According to Vedanta\, our true nature is infinite\, peaceful\, and free\, yet we often identify with the body\, mind\, senses\, and emotions\, creating a sense of limitation and suffering. In this enlightening talk\, we will explore the five koshas—the layers that veil our true Self—and learn how mistaken identification with these coverings obscures our inner freedom. Through timeless wisdom and practical reflection\, discover how to transcend these limitations and reconnect with the boundless Self that is your true nature. \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in person.online.Afternoon Talks *7/5 What's Holding You Back?7/19 Discipline Without Burnout7/26 Protecting Your Energy in a Distracted World8/2 Who Are You Beneath the Noise?8/9 Stories from the Mahabharata8/16 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad8/23 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad8/30 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika9/6 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana9/13 Intro to Vedanta9/20 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual SeekerAdditional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *EmailSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/whats-holding-you-back/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260707T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260707T190000
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SUMMARY:Yoga 2 Course (5 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:IN PERSON OR ONLINECourse meets weekly for five Tuesdays \nBuilding on the foundation laid in Yoga 1\, this course gives the opportunity to build up a solid personal yoga practice\, including the 12 basic postures and breathing exercises. The headstand is introduced step by step in a safe manner—unless\, of course\, there is a contraindicated condition. Emphasis is placed on holding postures longer\, and making smooth transitions between postures. Some variations of the basic postures will also be introduced. Notice yourself becoming aware of subtler sensations. This is presence. Surrender replaces strain and your practice deepens. Stillness comes. \nThis is an ideal refresher class for those who have lapsed in their practice. It is also suitable for experienced practitioners who are new to the Center.  \nPre-registration is required. \nTextbook:Essentials of Yoga Practice and Philosophy \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *Yoga 2 - IntermediatePrice: $150.00Stripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/yoga-2-course-5-sessions-3/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260709T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260709T190000
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SUMMARY:Yoga 1 Course (5 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:WITH DHARMA SHAKTI \nONSITE OR ONLINEThe course meets five consecutive Thursdays from 5:30–7:00pm PDT Online registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \nThis course is ideal for beginners\, and those new to Sivananda Yoga. We want you to feel confident and safe in your practice. This course progressively introduces you to Sivananda Yoga and covers yoga asanas\, breathing exercises\, meditation\, mantra chanting and yoga philosophy. Feel your body and mind becoming more flexible. You may feel more calm in general. At the end of this course\, you will be able to practice the basics of yoga on your own and/or join any of our open classes. Progress in your yoga journey by taking the continuation\, a 5-session Yoga 2 course. If you’re looking to realize some of the many positive benefits of yoga\, this course is for you.  \nCurriculum\n\n Step-by-step guide to 11 of the basic 12 postures\, with explanation of benefits of the postures\n Techniques of yogic breathing\n Techniques of relaxation\n The 5 elements of yoga including purpose and methods of classical yoga\n Difference between yoga asanas and physical exercises\nBasic philosophy about happiness\, health\, life and freedom\n\nTextbook\nEssentials of Yoga Practice and Philosophy by Swami Sitaramananda is an excellent overview of this material and more.Available in our boutique. \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhoneEmail *How will you join us? *in persononline5-session course *Yoga 1 - $150.00Would you like to make an additional donation?Total$0.00Stripe Credit Card *PhoneSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/5-week-yoga-1-course/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260712T153000
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SUMMARY:Deep Nourishment from Your Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, July 12 @ 2:00–3:30pm \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nONSITE OR ONLINEWith Shanti Devi \n\n\n\nOnline registrants will be sent a Zoom link at least one hour before the program. \n\n\nIn this workshop we will dive deep into your nourishment for total wellbeing\, creating simple rituals for great health with easy recipes for true nourishment. \nYou will learn: \n• the importance of spices and herbs to help digestion. \n• cooking methods that help to facilitate absorption and assimilation of nutrients deep in the body’s cells.  \n• how tastes guide our choices and are the key to a balanced meal. \n  \nYou will understand the principles that make up the pillars of great health according to Ayurveda. It will then all become more natural and  intuitive for you. We eat everyday. . and what we eat influences our health and energy level. \nMake food our ally for healing. Learn simple\, quick nourishing recipes that will alleviate the stress in your body. \nBuy less—but more nutritionally dense—foods and learn how to prepare them for easy digestion and absorption. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTeacher\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nShanti Devi‘s wellness journey started in 2002 at a simple prenatal yoga class while pregnant with her first child. Throughout her young adult life\, she had felt anxious\, with an “uncomfortability” in her own skin. She would overdo\, and then feel completely depleted. In that very first Hatha Yoga class\, she experienced a feeling of ease that was new to her. She became more curious\, and with the discovery of Ayurveda—together with Yoga—her mind started to become calmer and her body started to heal. In 2014\, she enrolled in her first course. Little by little\, she understood the concepts and\, as a stay-at-home mom\, started incorporating them into her family’s daily life. Over the years\, she obtained various certifications in both Yoga and Ayurveda while continuously expanding her knowledge. It amplified her intuition and helped her to navigate the challenges of a busy modern life with more grace and ease. Now with kids grown up\, aging has become a very dynamic and exciting time. The key is to gain the understanding that our health and wellbeing lies in our own hands. When we reconnect with our innate wisdom we ignite the fire within for great vitality. Learning to cultivate intuitive healing practices is deeply fulfilling as it empowers us to step more fully into LIFE. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend *in persononlineDonation *Ayurveda Talk - $30.00Total Amount *$0.00Comment or MessageStripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/deep-nourishment-from-your-kitchen/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260714T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260714T073000
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SUMMARY:Puja in Honor of the Mahasamadhi of Swami Sivananda
DESCRIPTION:IN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline participants can use our regular Zoom link for the morning Satsang. \nCompetent disciples are never in want of a competent Guru. Realized souls are not rare. Ordinary ignorant-minded persons cannot easily recognize them. Only a few persons\, who are pure and embodiments of all virtuous qualities\, can understand realized souls\, and they only will be benefitted in their company. \nSo long as there is a world\, there are Gurus and Vedas to guide the struggling souls in the path of Self-realization. The number of realized souls may be less in the Iron Age when compared with the Satya Yuga\, but they are always present to help the aspirants. Let each person take the path according to their capacity\, temperament and understanding. Their Sadguru will meet them along that path. \nWe honor the wisdom\, generosity and love we receive through our lineage of teachers and perform a Puja (Bhakti Yoga ritual)\, to invoke their blessings. All are welcome to attend. \nIf participating from home\, you are welcome to prepare your own offerings of flowers and prasad at home.  \n \n\n\nRegister\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend the puja *in persononlineDonation *Price: $25.00Additional DonationComment or MessageTotal$0.00Stripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/guru-purnima-puja/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260719T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260719T153000
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SUMMARY:Discipline Without Burnout
DESCRIPTION:WITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \nIn today’s fast-paced world\, discipline is often associated with pushing harder\, doing more and constantly striving for achievement. Yet many people find themselves exhausted\, or disconnected and overwhelmed. But what if discipline could be rooted in self-respect rather than self-pressure?\n \nIs there another way?\n \nJoin us for an insightful talk with Swami Gangananda. We explore how the ancient wisdom of the Yamas (ethical principle for how we relate to others) and Niyamas (provide a practical framework for self-development) can help us cultivate sustainable habits\, inner balance\, and meaningful personal growth\, resilience\, and well-being without sacrificing our mental and emotional health.\n \nAt the heart of this discussion is Ahimsa (non-violence)\, the practice of treating ourselves and others with kindness\, compassion\, and respect. Rather than forcing change through criticism or harsh self-discipline\, Ahimsa invites us to pursue our goals with awareness\, patience\, and care.\n\nWhether you are seeking greater focus\, healthier routines\, or a more balanced approach to achievement\, this talk offers timeless tools for creating discipline that supports—not depletes—your life. \nKey Topics: \n\nUnderstanding discipline through the lens of yogic philosophy\nThe role of the Yamas and Niyamas in everyday life\nPracticing Ahimsa toward yourself while pursuing goals\nBuilding sustainable habits without perfectionism\nFinding balance between effort\, rest\, and self-compassion\n\nCome explore a gentler\, wiser path to discipline—one that helps you thrive rather than burn out. \n\n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in person.online.Afternoon Talks *7/5 What's Holding You Back?7/19 Discipline Without Burnout7/26 Protecting Your Energy in a Distracted World8/2 Who Are You Beneath the Noise?8/9 Stories from the Mahabharata8/16 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad8/23 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad8/30 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika9/6 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana9/13 Intro to Vedanta9/20 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual SeekerAdditional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *MessageSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/discipline-without-burnout/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260719T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260719T153000
DTSTAMP:20260611T233656Z
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SUMMARY:Protecting Your Energy in a Distracted World
DESCRIPTION:WITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \n\nRestlessness\, overwhelm\, and depleted energy are among the most common challenges people share with us during our talks. Between endless notifications\, competing priorities\, and the demands of work\, family\, and social life\, it can be difficult to maintain focus\, balance\, and a sense of inner calm.\n \nJoin us for a talk exploring the wisdom of Satya (truthfulness)\, Asteya (non-stealing)\, Brahmacharya (wise use of energy)\, and Aparigraha (non-attachment). Together\, these teachings offer practical guidance for living with greater intention and balance.\n\nThrough these timeless yogic principles\, we will reflect on how to recognize what nourishes us\, what depletes us\, and how to make conscious choices that support our well-being. By cultivating honesty\, respecting boundaries\, using our energy wisely\, and letting go of what no longer serves us\, we can create more space for what truly matters. \n\nKey topics:\n\n\nRecognize what nourishes and what drains our energy\nPractice honesty and integrity in daily life\nHonoring time\, attention\, and personal boundaries\nUsing energy with purpose and intention\nReleasing attachment to excess and distraction\nCultivating greater focus\, balance\, and inner freedom\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover how these ancient teachings can help you navigate the demands of modern life with greater presence\, purpose\, and ease.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in person.online.Afternoon Talks *7/5 What's Holding You Back?7/19 Discipline Without Burnout7/26 Protecting Your Energy in a Distracted World8/2 Who Are You Beneath the Noise?8/9 Stories from the Mahabharata8/16 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad8/23 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad8/30 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika9/6 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana9/13 Intro to Vedanta9/20 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual SeekerAdditional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *WebsiteSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/protecting-your-energy-in-a-distracted-world/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T180000
DTSTAMP:20260621T021335Z
CREATED:20200105T153937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T021335Z
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SUMMARY:Indian Vegetarian Cooking Workshop with Jothi
DESCRIPTION:Cook with Jothi \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the workshop. \nLearn to make a meal that is simple to make and deliciously satisfying to eat. The yogic diet is lacto-vegetarian\, consisting of pure\, simple\, natural foods which are easily digested and promote health. Simple meals aid the digestion and assimilation of food. Eating the freshest\, best-quality foods from the top of the food chain will ensure the best supply of our essential nutritional needs. By eating smart\, attain a high standard of health\, keen intellect and serenity of mind. \nJothi is a nurse—and a natural cook. Learn from her ease in the kitchen and knowledge of nutrition. (We invite her to cook for us as often as we can.) \nStay after the workshop and enjoy the feast with us! \nMENUTBD\, check back \nIf you are online and want to cook along with Jothi\, please email us in advance for the ingredient list at losangeles@sivananda.org \nBring your appetite. Encourage a friend to sign up\, too! \nMaximum 6 participants.  \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneI will attend *in persononlineDonation *Indian Vegetarian Cooking Workshop with Swami Gangananda on 6/27 - $40.00Indian Vegetarian Cooking Workshop with Jothi on 7/25 - $40.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity!Stripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/vegan-thai-cooking-workshop/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260726T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260726T153000
DTSTAMP:20260611T235417Z
CREATED:20260611T233534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T235417Z
UID:10001172-1785074400-1785079800@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Who Are You Beneath the Noise?
DESCRIPTION:WITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \n\n\nMost of the time\, we move through life reacting rather than reflecting\, trying to meet expectations\, and keeping up with what needs to be done. In the middle of all this movement\, Yet rarely pausing to notice what is behind all of it. When the noise of daily life settles\, even briefly\, a simple question can arise: what remains when everything external is stripped away? \n\nJoin us for a talk exploring the wisdom of the Niyamas—the inner foundations of yoga that support clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner stability. These practices are not abstract ideals\, but practical ways of observing and understanding our inner world with greater precision and honesty. \nThrough this exploration\, we will look at how to: \n\nShift from automatic reactions to conscious awareness\nRecognize patterns that shape identity\, behavior\, and perception\nStrengthen inner stability beyond external circumstances\nDevelop clarity through self-observation and discipline of mind\nCreate space for a more grounded and authentic sense of self\n\nThis talk is not about finding a fixed answer to who you are\, but about learning how to see more clearly what is already present\, beneath roles\, habits\, and mental noise. \n\n\nKey Topics \n\nThe Niyamas as practical inner disciplines\nDeveloping self-awareness through observation\nUnderstanding mental patterns and inner conditioning\nBuilding stability independent of external validation\nCultivating clarity\, focus\, and presence\n\nDiscover how these teachings support a quieter\, clearer way of seeing yourself and your life—one based not on assumptions\, but on direct awareness. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in person.online.Afternoon Talks *7/5 What's Holding You Back?7/19 Discipline Without Burnout7/26 Protecting Your Energy in a Distracted World8/2 Who Are You Beneath the Noise?8/9 Stories from the Mahabharata8/16 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad8/23 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad8/30 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika9/6 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana9/13 Intro to Vedanta9/20 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual SeekerAdditional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *PhoneSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/who-are-you-beneath-the-noise/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260729T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T174641Z
CREATED:20240719T140055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T174641Z
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SUMMARY:Guru Purnima Puja
DESCRIPTION:With Pundit Samavadula \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline participants can use our regular Zoom link for the morning Satsang. \nThe largest full moon of the year represents the guru\, the dispeller of darkness. We offer eternal gratitude to our spiritual teachers and commit to our progress on the path. \nWe honor the wisdom\, generosity and love we receive through our lineage of teachers and perform a Puja (Bhakti Yoga ritual)\, to invoke their blessings. All are welcome to attend. \nDonations of flowers\, fruits and sweets welcome. \nIf participating from home\, you are welcome to prepare your own offerings of flowers and prasad at home.  \n. . .  \n\n\nRegister\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend the puja *in persononlineDonation *Price: $25.00Additional DonationComment or MessageTotal$0.00Stripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/guru-purnima-puja-2/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T021203Z
CREATED:20201208T171417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T021203Z
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SUMMARY:Yantra Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:IN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link an hour before class. \nA yantra is a powerful meditation tool\, both through the process—plotting the mathematical structure and systematically painting it—and as a symbol of the mantra it represents. It is a manifestation of the shakti (or power) of the mantra. Meditate on the central point of the finished yantra and feel it for yourself. You have brought the yantra to life. \nDr. Robert Svoboda has said\, “Creativity showers blessings on us\, on humankind\, and on the cosmos\, for the more we encourage creativity in ourselves\, the more creative the universe itself becomes.” \nElevate your consciousness by connecting to the Divine\, the universal cosmology. \nWe begin with the Ganesha yantra\, pictured above\, carefully drawing the sacred geometry. If you have completed a Ganesha Yantra\, you are welcome to work on a planet yantra. Each planet has a mantra and yantra and very specific energy. Participants work at their own pace. No experience necessary. If you join online\, a series of screen-share diagrams will be shown to clarify each instruction. Work at your own pace. \nMaterials will be provided for onsite guests. \nIf joining online\, please have these materials ready:Paper at least 12 x 12″ (ideally cold press watercolor paper)Compass (essential to draw circles!)Straight edge with metric measurementsPencilEraserPaints (gouache is ideal) or colored pencils \n. . . \nThe instructor\, Swami Sivasankariananda\, was trained by the late Pieter Weltevrede\, who was a student of Harish Johari. \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *Email *Phone *How did you hear about us? *Yantra Painting *Yantra Painting Workshop - $45.00Yantra Painting Workshop (sliding scale) - $35.00I will attend: *in persononlineStripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-yantra-painting-workshop/
LOCATION:3741 West 27th Street\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90018
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260619T152103Z
CREATED:20200311T050752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T152103Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE Positive Thinking 1 (5 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Sivasankariananda \nThis 5-session course meets five consecutive Thursdays from 5:30–7:00pm PDT \nONLINE ONLYReceive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \n“Thought has got tremendous power. Thought can do anything. It can work wonders.”  —Swami Sivananda \nAs soon as we have a thought\, we get caught in the drama of life. Learn more about the mind. Choose which thoughts to entertain; this will guide you in developing a positive attitude toward life. Gain mastery over negative habits and increase self-esteem and confidence. Achieve what you really want through a Yogic lifestyle. With a little more awareness\, and little more motivation and determination\, you will be unstoppable. \nThis course offers many practical tools for empowering yourself and improving your everyday life. \nCurriculum\n\nWhat is thought?\nPower of thought\nPositive thinking according to the 4 classical paths of yoga\nIntention-setting for success\n\nBeginners are welcome. \nTextbook\nPositive Thinking manual \n \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *AddressAddress Line 1Address Line 2CityState / Province / RegionPostal Code--- Select country ---AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBolivia (Plurinational State of)Bonaire\, Saint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos (Keeling) IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo (Democratic Republic of the)Cook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzech RepublicCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatini (Kingdom of)EthiopiaFalkland Islands (Malvinas)Faroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIran (Islamic Republic of)IraqIreland (Republic of)Isle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea (Democratic People's Republic of)Korea (Republic of)KosovoKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesia (Federated States of)Moldova (Republic of)MonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth Macedonia (Republic of)Northern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine (State of)PanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint Martin (French part)Saint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint Maarten (Dutch part)SlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyrian Arab RepublicTaiwan\, Republic of ChinaTajikistanTanzania (United Republic of)ThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandUnited States Minor Outlying IslandsUnited States of AmericaUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVatican City StateVenezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)VietnamVirgin Islands (British)Virgin Islands (U.S.)Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland IslandsCountryAnything we should know about you?5-session course *Positive Thinking 1 - $150.00I will attend *in person.online.Stripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/positive-thinking-1-course-5-sessions/
LOCATION:3741 West 27th Street\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90018
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T190000
DTSTAMP:20260619T020611Z
CREATED:20260515T194129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T020611Z
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SUMMARY:Stress Resilience Course (5 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:With Bhaskara \nThis 5-session course meets weekly on Thursdays from 5:30–7:00pm PDT. \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \nBased on the timeless teachings of Swami Sivananda\, we offer practical yogic tools to restore balance\, calm the mind\, and support overall wellbeing. Through gentle yoga\, breathing exercises\, relaxation\, meditation\, and positive thinking practices\, participants will learn how stress affects the body and mind and how to respond with greater awareness and resilience. The course provides a nurturing and supportive environment to cultivate inner peace\, improve emotional balance\, and develop healthy habits for a more harmonious and joyful life. \nTopics covered include:• Understanding the mind• Physiology of stress• Conscious relaxation• Diet and stress• Self-awareness and existential anxiety \nThis course offers many practical tools for empowering yourself and improving your everyday life. Lots of room for discussion. \nThe instructor\, Bhaskara\, is a Sivananda-trained Hatha Yoga teacher\, who has done extra study on stress relief with Acharya Swami Sitaramananda. He is currently enrolled in the 800-hour SIvananda Yoga Health Educator Training (SYHET) to go deeper. \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *AddressAddress Line 1Address Line 2CityState / Province / RegionPostal Code--- Select country ---AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBolivia (Plurinational State of)Bonaire\, Saint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos (Keeling) IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo (Democratic Republic of the)Cook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzech RepublicCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatini (Kingdom of)EthiopiaFalkland Islands (Malvinas)Faroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIran (Islamic Republic of)IraqIreland (Republic of)Isle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea (Democratic People's Republic of)Korea (Republic of)KosovoKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesia (Federated States of)Moldova (Republic of)MonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth Macedonia (Republic of)Northern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine (State of)PanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint Martin (French part)Saint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint Maarten (Dutch part)SlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyrian Arab RepublicTaiwan\, Republic of ChinaTajikistanTanzania (United Republic of)ThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandUnited States Minor Outlying IslandsUnited States of AmericaUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVatican City StateVenezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)VietnamVirgin Islands (British)Virgin Islands (U.S.)Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland IslandsCountryAnything we should know about you?5-session course *Positive Thinking 1 - $150.00I will attend *in person.online.Stripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/stress-relief-course-5-sessions/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260906T153000
DTSTAMP:20260610T011236Z
CREATED:20231020T001355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T011236Z
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SUMMARY:Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana
DESCRIPTION:WITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \nThe epic\, the Ramayana\, is a perennial source of spiritual\, cultural and artistic inspiration to all readers. Rama is the ideal son\, the ideal ruler\, the ideal husband and the ideal son. Sita is unique\, the embodiment of the ideals of womanhood. \nExample of stories to be shared: \nBirth of RamaRama’s duty as sonAdventures in the Dandaka forestSita being kidnapped by RavanaHanuman meeting RamaRescuing Sita in Lanka \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in person.online.Afternoon Talks *7/5 What's Holding You Back?7/19 Discipline Without Burnout7/26 Protecting Your Energy in a Distracted World8/2 Who Are You Beneath the Noise?8/9 Stories from the Mahabharata8/16 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad8/23 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad8/30 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika9/6 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana9/13 Intro to Vedanta9/20 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual SeekerAdditional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *WebsiteSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/inspiring-stories-from-the-ramayana/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T150338Z
CREATED:20260606T023707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T150338Z
UID:10001163-1789308000-1789313400@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Vedanta
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 7 • 2:00–3:30 pm PDT \n\n\n\n\n \nWith Swami Gangananda \n\n\n\n\n \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEA Zoom link will be sent to online registrants at least an hour before the first class. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop offers an accessible introduction to Vedanta\, one of the world’s most profound systems of spiritual philosophy and Self-inquiry. Participants will explore the essential teachings of Vedanta\, including the nature of the Self\, the meaning of consciousness\, the causes of suffering\, and the path toward inner freedom and lasting peace. Through guided discussion\, contemplation\, and practical examples\, the workshop helps students understand how the timeless wisdom of Vedanta can be applied to everyday life to cultivate clarity\, balance\, and a deeper sense of purpose. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n. . .\nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneHow will you attend? *In personOnlineDonation *Vedanta Talk 6/7 - $30Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity!MessageSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/intro-to-vedanta/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Navaratri Festival – Durga Puja 1
DESCRIPTION:IN PERSON OR ONLINE Online registrants will receive a Zoom link in advance of the puja. \nThis is the first night of an extremely auspicious nine-night festival in honor of the Divine Mother. It has been observed for centuries in India. It is a time to turn inwards. Pujas will be celebrated each night: three for Durga\, three for Lakshmi and three for Saraswati.  \nSALUTATIONS to the Divine Mother\, Durga\, who exists in all beings in the form of intelligence\, mercy\, beauty\, who is the consort of Lord Siva\, who creates\, sustains and destroys the universe. \nIf you join online\, make it the best experience possible by:• setting up a simple altar\, if you don’t already have one. Bring the energy of the Ashram to your home. • preparing prasad for each puja you attend. Let us know if you need ideas.• having flower petals ready to offer with us.• emailing us a specific intention you would like included as we make the sankalpa for each puja.• sending photos of your instruments of karma (by mail or email) in advance to be blessed at the final puja\, on Vijay Dasami\, October 1 at 6:00am. \nPuja Schedule\nDURGASunday\, October 11 at 5:30pmMonday\, October 12 at 6:00amTuesday\, October 13 at 6:00am \nLAKSHMIWednesday\, October 14 at 7:00pmThursday\, October 15 at 6:00amFriday\, October 16 at 6:00am \nSARASWATISaturday\, October 17 at 5:30pmSunday\, October 18 at 5:30pmMonday\, October 19 at 7:00pm \nVIJAY DASAMITuesday\, October 20 at 6:00am \nDonations\nAs a blessing for you and a support for the Los Angeles Sivananda Center\, we are asking for donations:$254 / $108  / other \nIf you are joining online and would like to receive offered flower petals and prasad by mail as an additional blessing\, please email us at losangeles@sivananda.org \n. . . \nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhoneEmail *How will you join us? *In personOnline via ZoomFull Program (suggested donation $108–254)Durga - Mon 9/22 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Tues 9/23 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Wed 9/24  @ 7:30pm  (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Thurs 9/25  @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Fri 9/26 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Sat 9/27 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Sun 9/28 @ 5:30pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Mon 9/29 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Tues 9/30 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25) (copy)Vijaya Dasami - Wed 10/1 @ 6:00am (suggested donation $25)I will make an additional donation ofTotal$0.00Message to the CenterStripe Credit Card *EmailSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-navaratri-durga-puja/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Yoga Teacher Training Course at the Yoga Farm
DESCRIPTION:4 WEEKS • 6 DAYS PER WEEKat the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Farm in Grass Valley\, CA \n\n\n\n\nThe Sivananda Yoga Teacher Training Course (TTC)  is the largest and longest-running Yoga Teacher Training in the West\, with over 55\,000 graduates worldwide since 1969. Join us for a month of inner transformation and deep immersion in a peaceful yogic lifestyle\, all with the guidance and support of seasoned practitioners. \n\nEnliven and deepen your yoga practice\nGround yourself in a classical yoga tradition\nLearn to teach yoga to others with confidence and grace\nImmerse yourself in a well-rounded Yogic lifestyle; participate in daily Asanas (yoga poses)\, Pranayama (breathing exercises)\, Karma Yoga (selfless service)\, vegetarian diet\, meditation\,  and chanting.\nEarn an internationally-recognized certification which is accepted by the Yoga Alliance as the standard 200 hours required by Registered Yoga Schools (RYS)\n \n\n\n\n\nClick for more info and to register \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/yoga-teacher-training-course-2-2/
LOCATION:3741 West 27th Street\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90018
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