As someone who enjoys crafting, the advertisement for the “Original Magic Mat” (a die-cutting crafting aid), suddenly took on an entirely new meaning after experiencing Yoga teacher training. I’ve seen this ad before, but I’ve never thought about anything more than...
The Heart of the Matter
My father would have been in a coffin when I was 16 years-old had he not noticed subtle changes in his breathing and the way that he felt while running on a treadmill at the gym. My father was an avid runner, and a wonderful example of one who takes care of their...
BIPOC 2022 Teacher Training & Scholarship Program
The Integral Yoga Institute of San Francisco is hosting the 2nd year of its Integral Yoga Teacher Training for Black, Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC). This 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) provides a great foundation for practicing, teaching and understanding...
“You Are Still Here?” A 9/11 True Story
The tender care and concern Sri Swami Satchidananda showed his devotees was never more evident than in this sharing from Michelle Ambika Berthias of France, which was related to the tragic events of September 11, 2001. What is also very evident is that the protection...
Neuroscience & Yoga
Neuroscience can explain how and why Yoga works for healing the body, mind, and emotions, as Dr. Mala Cunningham explains in this short video about her upcoming program. During the program (June 17 – 20), she will share some powerful techniques and strategies for...
In Remembrance of Mitra Crane
Mitra Crane, a longtime Integral Yogi and Teacher Training staff member, passed away in April 2021 after a serious fall a short time prior. He was 80 years old. Some of you might not have had an opportunity to meet him or his wonderful wife and soulmate, Ambha. If you...
Accessible Yoga Community Celebration: May 20
Join Accessible Yoga on May 20th from 4 – 6pm (Pacific) for this online program that will celebrate the community and also raise money. Accessible Yoga (founded by Rev. Jivana Heyman, an Integral Yoga Minister and Teacher Trainer) is fundraising for three projects:...
Promoting a More Inclusive Yoga Community
Integral Yoga International recognizes the structural and institutional racism in Yoga and wellness communities, and acknowledges the lack of diverse representation in many of our Yoga classes.In an effort to work toward dismantling this systemic racism and injustice,...
NEW! Scholarship-based BIPOC 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training
Integral Yoga International just announced it's first scholarship-based BIPOC 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training coming in June 2021. Hosted by the Integral Yoga Institute of San Francisco, the Integral Yoga organization recognizes the structural and institutional racism...
Summer/Early Fall 2021 ONLINE Yoga Teacher/Therapist Trainings with Integral Yoga
In 2021, Integral Yoga International continues to deliver it's highly praised and comprehensive professional trainings online. Trainings are offered through most Integral Yoga centers globally. To find a 2021 training program, visit the Integral Yoga Virtual Studio...
Stress Management Teacher Training Online: July 2020
This training is ideal for Yoga teachers, Yoga therapists and health professionals. For the first time, this training will be offered online from July 5th through August 30th, 2020.The program is led by Swami Ramananda, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT and Swami Vidyananda, E-RYT...
How to Know if Yoga Teacher Training is for You: Advice from a Perpetual Student & Longtime Yoga Teacher
I started Yoga, fairly green, at the age of 19. I was not at all athletic or even interested in exercise before. Nor did I take interest in Yoga the first few times it surfaced in my life. In college, I took one class to satisfy a physical education credit, but I...
August 2019: Finland Integral Yoga Teacher Training Graduates Eight New Teachers
Congratulations to the eight new Integral Yoga teachers who graduated earlier this month in Nummela, Finland. The Raja Yoga portion of the course was taught by Nalanie Chellaram and staffed by Les Anand Roberts. The rest of the teacher training syllabus was covered by...
First Integral Yoga Basic Teacher Training Announced for Helsinki, Finland 2019
Integral Yoga Finland proudly announces the first Integral Yoga Basic Teacher Training in the Helsinki area of Finland. It starts on February 16th with teachers Nalanie Harilela Chellaram, Shanti Alman, and Sari Sharmini Penttilä. Find more information here.
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For over forty years, Integral Yoga® has been serving the Yoga community with our world-renowned Yoga Teacher Training programs. These programs are led by the best instructors from our lineage, giving you the foundation you need to teach and practice Yoga with...
Accessible Yoga
The Integral Yoga ® Institute of San Francisco launched a pilot program in October 2007 that has now grown into a global movement: Accessible Yoga Teacher Training. Initially founded for people with physical challenges who want to become Yoga teachers, this inspiring...