Workshops

Our workshop series offers classes that are a wonderful complement to our traditional drop-in Hatha Yoga classes. These workshops offer time for questions and answers and individual attention from the teacher. They focus on specific aspects of Hatha Yoga and support for deepening your practice. For example, if you would like some basic instruction in how to meditate, or if you would like to find ways to release tension in your neck and shoulders there is a class here for you. These workshops are offered on a drop-in basis.

Special Guests

We are pleased to welcome special guests to come and teach or perform at the Integral Yoga Institute. Occasionally we will have a special event where reservations are required. If this is the case it will be noted in the description.

Interfaith Holiday Celebrations

The Integral Yoga Institute is an interfaith community open to everyone. We invite you to join us for our holiday celebrations, where we seek universal ways to mark different religious holiday traditions. For example, you can join us for an interfaith service on New Year’s Eve, a vegan Passover Seder, or a vegan Thanksgiving. All are welcome.

Events and Workshops

We offer a variety of classes, workshops and special events in specific aspects of Yoga. These workshops and events offer our students a chance to delve deeper into the Yoga teachings and find ways of practicing that are suitable to their personal needs.

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Tuesday, March 9 Laughing Meditation
Dee Benefield 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Fee: $ 15

This workshop involves Hatha Yoga poses and extended conscious laughter followed by a silent meditation.
Dress for Hatha Yoga, bring a towel, and expect to have a wonderful, fun time.

Friday, March 12 Kirtan
Jyothi Weber and Amala Pallitto 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Fee: By donation

Chanting mantras and prayers are elements of the Bhakti Yoga path which leads to union with the Divine Counsciousness. Kirtan quiets the mind and opens the heart. Come join us for a joyful experience.

Thursday, March 18 Super Nutrition for Super Yogis
Madhuri Flynn 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Fee: $ 20

Take your nutrition to the next level. Learn about traditional herbs to enhance Asana and meditation practice.
Learn ancient simple ideas on how to receive the most from Mother Nature through your relationship with Earth, Water, Sun, Air and the mysterious fifth element. Learn the few super foods you could add to you diet in delicious ways that could change your life.

Madhuri Flynn is currently acting director and a resident at the IYI. Having taught Yoga and the Yoga diet for 13 years she is ever passionate about wellness, food and health.

Saturday, March 20 Vernal Equinox Puja
IYI Institute 12:00 – 1:00 pm Fee: By donation

This will be a devotional service; asking blessings as we enter into the time of renewal-spring

Monday, March 22 Guru Puja
IYI Institute 11:30 am – 12:40 pm Fee: By donation

This devotional service is a time to come together for blessings from our spiritual teacher, Sri Swami Satchidananda.
A puja and a short video of the teachings of Sri Swami Satchidananda will be offered.
This will lead into our noon meditation.

Tuesday, March 23 Laughing Meditation
Dee Benefield 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Fee: $ 15

This workshop involves Hatha Yoga poses and extended conscious laughter followed by a silent meditation.
Dress for Hatha Yoga, bring a towel, and expect to have a wonderful, fun time.

Friday, March 26 Kirtan
Jyothi Weber and Amala Pallitto 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Fee: By donation

Chanting mantras and prayers are elements of the Bhakti Yoga path which leads to union with the Divine Counsciousness. Kirtan quiets the mind and opens the heart. Come join us for a joyful experience.

Friday, March 26 Spiritual Movie Night
IYI Institute 8:00 pm - movie ends Fee: By donation

Join our Yoga family for an evening of relaxation, popcorn and a movie with a spiritual message.
Please check back on our website for movie title as the date approaches!

Tuesday, March 30 Seder: A Passover Celebration
IYI Institute 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Fee: $ 15

Please come and join us for a vegan Passover Seder dinner.
We will read the story of why Jews celebrate Passover and discuss the symbolism of the various foods presented. Please register five day before the event.

Thursday, April 1 - April 4 Winter Weekend Retreat
Relax, Reflect and Rejuvenate
Commonweal Retreat Center 5:00 pm – 3:00 pm Fees: $475 single / $400 shared room

The natural beauty of the ocean side, sacred Native American grounds, the timeless wisdom and
practices of Integral Yoga, and the power of silence will all serve to create a harmonious
environment to undertake the inward journey.


The silence, which is observed by all the retreatants, shields one from external involvement, allowing the mind
to go inward and be still. In this stillness, the wisdom of the heart emerges and our true Self comes into flower.
The days will consist of Hatha Yoga, workshops, meditations, and evening programs with time
for walks, and delicious vegetarian meals.

Contact: Madhuri Flynn at (415) 821-1117, ext. 302 to register.

Attendance is limited, so please send your check to register by February 15. We will contact you with a confirmation letter and directions to the retreat site.

Sunday, April 4 Easter Celebration and Potluck
IYI Institute 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Fee: By donation

Join us in observing this holy day and its rich message of spiritual freedom and renewal.
The program will include a kirtan, puja (worship service), and a festive vegetarian lunch.
Please bring a dish to share, with no meat, fish, or eggs.

Tuesday, April 6 Laughing Meditation
Dee Benefield 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Fee: $ 15

This workshop involves Hatha Yoga poses and extended conscious laughter followed by a silent meditation.
Dress for Hatha Yoga, bring a towel, and expect to have a wonderful, fun time.

Monday, April 8 Chant Yourself Awake
Ian Waisler 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Fee: $ 15

A fun and creative exploration of Yoga fundamentals, using the magical technologies of voice, breath and focus.
Come chant, discuss and synthesize! Using simple Sanskrit chants as a point of departure, we’ll visit each of our koshas (subtle bodies) and get to know our yogic anatomy.

Friday, April 9 Kirtan
Jyothi Weber and Amala Pallitto 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Fee: By donation

Chanting mantras and prayers are elements of the Bhakti Yoga path which leads to union with the Divine Counsciousness. Kirtan quiets the mind and opens the heart. Come join us for a joyful experience.

Tuesday, April 13 Key to Peace
Jerry Bezaire 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Fee: $ 15

Book One of the four books of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali clearly delineates the aim of Yoga and introduces the methods of yoga.
In this workshop we will fly through every sutra of book one linking them together to view how each sutra connects with the others.
Not only will we survey the sutras but also open ourselves to experience the promise of Yoga.

Monday, April 22 Guru Puja
IYI Institute 11:30 am – 12:40 pm Fee: By donation

This devotional service is a time to come together for blessings from our spiritual teacher, Sri Swami Satchidananda.
A puja and a short video of the teachings of Sri Swami Satchidananda will be offered.
This will lead into our noon meditation.

Friday, April 23 Kirtan
Jyothi Weber and Amala Pallitto 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Fee: By donation

Chanting mantras and prayers are elements of the Bhakti Yoga path which leads to union with the Divine Counsciousness. Kirtan quiets the mind and opens the heart. Come join us for a joyful experience.

Friday, April 23 Spiritual Movie Night
IYI Institute 8:00 pm - movie ends Fee: By donation

Join our Yoga family for an evening of relaxation, popcorn and a movie with a spiritual message.
Please check back on our website for movie title as the date approaches!

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