Experience Inner Peace, Achieve Spiritual Growth
Live the Life of an Integral Yogi for 28-days in spiritual community Apply NowUpcoming DatesA transformative experience
The Living Yoga Training (LYT) program offers a transformative experience for those seeking spiritual growth. In the peaceful setting and nurturing environment of Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville and guided by dedicated teachers well-versed in the Integral Yoga teachings and practices of Sri Swami Satchidananda, the revered founder of Integral Yoga, participants can deepen their practice through a balanced blend of Hatha Yoga, meditation, spiritual studies, and Karma Yoga (selfless service).
The LYT program’s immersive, comprehensive approach significantly enhances one’s ability to lead a healthy, balanced, and joyful life.
Please apply at least two weeks in advance for any LYT start dates.
Watch “The LYT Experience”
Typical Schedule
(may vary depending on Ashram activities)
| 5–6:15 am | Ashram Meditation |
| 6:20–7:50 am | Hatha Yoga class |
| 8–8:30 am | Breakfast |
| 8:30 or 9–11:45 am | Morning service or free time |
| 12–12:30 pm | Ashram Meditation |
| 12:45–1:30 pm | Lunch* |
| 2 or 2:30–5:45 pm | Afternoon service or free time |
| 6–6:30 pm | Ashram Meditation |
| 6:30–7:30 pm | Dinner |
| 7:30–9 pm | Classes, service, or free time |
| *Lunch cleanups are at 1:30 pm; supper cleanups are at 7:30 pm | |
Information
Program Fee: $750
Deposit: A $100 non-refundable deposit is required. The $100 deposit will be refunded if the applicant is not accepted.
Application Fee: $25, non-refundable
Refund policy: Program fee – less the $100 deposit – is refundable if you cancel 14 days or more prior to your arrival date; 50% of your payment is refundable if you cancel less than 14 days prior to your arrival date. The program fee is not refundable on or after the arrival date. If you need to postpone your program, it must be taken within a year. The application fee and the deposit are non-refundable.
Questions?
Email: lyts@yogaville.org
As the LYT program requires dedication and discipline, our screening process is designed to admit only those individuals who are committed to living Yoga on and off the mat.
Requirements
Applicants addicted to drugs or alcohol would have to have been in a recovery program and sober for a minimum of one year and must provide a reference letter from a sponsor, counselor, therapist, or physician. Those who are or were addicted to tobacco and vaping need to have abstained for a minimum of six months.
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Notice
The LYT program is not an 200-hour Integral Yoga Teacher Training program. You can earn 16 contact hours with Yoga Alliance (YA)
The Six Branches of Integral Yoga
During your stay, you’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in the study and practice of six transformative branches of Yoga, each designed to elevate and enrich your life.
Hatha Yoga
Asana (postures), pranayama (breath control), and deep relaxation.
Raja Yoga
Balance and control of the mind through ethical practices and meditation.
Karma Yoga
Action through selfless service without attachment to the results of the action.
Jnana Yoga
The path of knowledge and self-inquiry.
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Japa Yoga
Repetition of a mantram (a sound structure of one or more syllables which represents a particular aspect of the Divine Vibration).
Bhakti Yoga
The path of loving devotion, through chanting, ritual, and service
Sadhana (practice) and Karma Yoga (service) Weekly Requirements
| Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Group Morning Meditations | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Total minimum number of group meditations (morning, afternoon, evening) |
10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Minimum number of group Hatha Yoga classes |
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Yoga philosophy classes | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Sharing Circle | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Karma Yoga (service) shifts | 21 hours | 21 hours | 21 hours | 21 hours |
Dress Code & What to Bring
Guests and residents are required to dress modestly.
Accommodations
- Complimentary dormitory accommodations
- Clean, simple rooms accommodating up to three people
- Centrally heated and air-conditioned dormitories
- Camping from Mar. 15–Dec. 1 (Please bring your own tent and gear; platforms available)
- No accommodations for children and pets
Diet
- Three organic vegetarian meals per day, including Yogaville farm produce (no meat, poultry, fish, or eggs)
- Organic salad bar
- Vegan and gluten-free options
- Food items that may contain traces of gluten, peanuts, and other allergens
LYT Program Calendar
Please apply at least two weeks in advance for any LYT start dates.
1st Day Monday – Arrival 4-6 pm | Last Day – Sunday Departure by 2 pm