Yogaville: A Beacon of Light

Join us for our upcoming virtual fundraiser film, hear exciting updates on the Ashram, and help support the ongoing progress at Yogaville.

See how your support has helped transform the ashram!

 

Guru Poornima Celebration and 60th Anniversary of Integral Yoga

July 24 - 26, 2026

Join us for this milestone weekend to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Integral Yoga and Guru Poornima.

Near the July full moon, we traditionally gather to honor our Guru, Swami Satchidananda (Sri Gurudev) who taught us to respect the founders of all faiths and their teachings.

Beginning in New York City in 1966, Sri Gurudev established Integral Yoga as a dynamic spiritual path that has flowered world-wide over the years.

 

LOTUS 40th Anniversary Celebration

September 4 - 6, 2026

Join us at Satchidananda Ashram—Yogaville to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Light of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS).

This weekend is a time to come together and renew our commitment to the universal message of LOTUS dedicated to the Light of all faiths and to world peace. Interfaith programming fills the blessed weekend. Over the past four decades, LOTUS has welcomed thousands of spiritual seekers from around the world, to partake of the deep Peace that emanates from the shrine.

 

Work and Play in Yogaville!

Discover a place where purpose meets peace.

Whether you're looking to contribute your talents, deepen your practice, or simply be part of a mindful community, Yogaville offers a unique blend of work, service, and spiritual growth.

Why Join the Team?
Live in a beautiful, nature-rich setting, Be part of a mission-driven community, Enjoy daily yoga, meditation, and satsang, Opportunities in hospitality, administration, wellness, and more.

Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville

is a serene oasis in the heartland of Virginia. With a unique community, spiritual center, and Yoga academy, Yogaville opens doors to spiritual growth.

Programs

Guru Poornima Celebration and 60th Anniversary of Integral Yoga

July 24 - 26, 2026
Join us for this milestone weekend to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Integral Yoga and Guru Poornima. Near the July full moon, we traditionally gather to honor our Guru, Swami Satchidananda (Sri Gurudev), who taught us to respect the founders of all faiths and their teachings. Beginning in New York City in 1966, Sri Gurudev…
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Six Gateways on the Spiritual Journey: Weekend Retreat

with Swami Divyananda Ma, E-RYT 500

July 31 - August 2, 2026
Not everyone approaches the Divine by the same road — and that's exactly the point. This workshop invites you to explore diverse approaches to spiritual life and discover the path that resonates with your nature, your heart, and your way home. Come curious. Leave with a map! Each session is designed to move you from…
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Ayurveda for Women’s Health: The Three Pillars of Vibrancy

with Ivy Ingram M.A.

July 31 - August 2, 2026
The traditional ancient texts of Ayurveda describe 3 Pillars of Health. In this nurturing weekend retreat for women, we explore how the 3 classical Pillars also reveal hidden pathways to your intuition and inner wisdom, leading to true vibrancy. You will leave the weekend with practical inspiration you can apply to your life right away.…
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Yoga Teacher Training

Meditation Teacher Training

with Swami Karunananda, E-RYT 500, Swami Priyaananda, E-RYT 500 and Satyam Penn, Ph.D.

August 10 - 23, 2026
Swami Satchidananda said: “Meditation is the most important practice. Most of our problems in life would be solved if we meditated regularly.” Why? Because our whole experience of life is based on the condition of the mind, and meditation enables us to understand and gain mastery over the mind. As the mind becomes stronger, clearer,…
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200-hour Integral Yoga Teacher Training – Fall

with Saci Murphy, E-RYT 500, Swami Priyaananda, E-RYT 500 and Mukti Devi ERYT-500

October 4 - November 1, 2026
The Integral Yoga 200-hour Teacher Training is a month-long residential intensive where you will learn to teach asanas (yoga poses), Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation), pranayama (breathing practices), chanting, and meditation. The training is multifaceted. You learn about Yoga, practice each day, and learn to teach then practice teaching. By the end of the training, you have strengthened your practice…
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Gentle Somatic Yoga® Level 1 Training

with James Knight, E-RYT 200, CHSE

October 9 - 14, 2026
Gentle Somatic Yoga® (GSY) GSY is a simple, practical, and effective form of brain-to-muscle re-education that goes to the root cause of most chronic muscular pain and stiffness. This heart-informed and evidence-based method is accessible for most people and can be incorporated into other spiritual practices. The beneficial results can be immediate and long-lasting. In…
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Quotes from Sri Swami Satchidananda

"Adversities are blessings in disguise."

"A sincere prayer that comes from a faithful heart can perform miracles."