YogaVahini

YogaVahini Wellness, Wholeness & Wisdom Centre for Specialized Yoga Therapy, Training & Research based in Chennai & Hyderabad.

It is also a resource centre for leading yoga studios around the world that require high-end programs.

Relationships are often where we face our greatest hurdles. They are layered with complexities that can leave us on an e...
12/07/2026

Relationships are often where we face our greatest hurdles. They are layered with complexities that can leave us on an emotional rollercoaster—swinging between moments of joy and seasons of friction. Naturally, we often find ourselves wishing others would change just so we can feel more settled or in control. Yet, when our expectations aren’t met, we tend to build "impervious walls" rather than the bridges of empathy we truly need.
While we all share a deep-seated desire for more love and harmony, we frequently find ourselves tripped up by our own habitual patterns and conditioning. Ironically, it is often these very struggles that nudge us toward the path of Yoga.

Our teacher, Sri TKV Desikachar, defined Yoga as relationship—and taught that the essence of this relationship is peace (Śānti).
When we foster peace and clarity within our connections, the potential for personal evolution is immense.

Through consistent practice, we learn to sharpen self-awareness to glimpse our inner drivers and see external reality with fresh eyes; Move beyond knee-jerk reactions to conscious responses.
By untangling relational knots, we release blocked energy (Prāṇa), redirecting it toward our own growth.

Are you ready to dive in? Over four weeks this July and August, we will work together to build a steady internal foundation, allowing your relationships to thrive regardless of life’s inevitable storms.

Link to the form (for Indians in India):
Register Here: https://forms.gle/E4vZBbArMVLLVuyRA

International participants:
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/yoga-in-relationship-with-saraswathi-vasudevan-tickets-1992023361498?aff=oddtdtcreator

24/01/2026

Lekha Parameshwaran joins us to share why she is so dedicated to this upcoming study. If you’ve felt a hollow sense of "What’s the point?" lately, listen to Lekha’s vision for how the Sūtras provide the map we’ve all been looking for.

*Join the conversation this Sunday:*
📅 Sunday, Jan 25th | 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM IST
🔗 Registration link:
https://yogavahini.short.gy/SūtrasforHealingWebinar2

23/01/2026

The Yoga Sūtra-s offer more than just philosophy; they provide a profound map for the inner landscape.

In our upcoming study, we focus on the Sādhanapāda, which is the heart of practice. It provides the practical tools needed to cleanse the system, dissolve the “all-or-nothing” cycle, and find your way back to a life of steady, mindful movement.

Interested? Join the free introductory webinar to learn more about the study program. Saraswathi Vasudevan and Lekha Parameshwaran will share highlights of the course, give us a sample of what’s in store and answer all your questions.

Free Introductory Webinar
📅 Date: Sunday, January 25th

⏰ Time: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM IST

📍 Location: Online via Zoom

✨ Recorded: A recording will be provided to all who register if you cannot attend live.

Ready to find your direction? 🔗 Click the link in our bio to register and join us live.

Yoga Sūtra-s offer more than just philosophy; they provide a profound map for the inner landscape.

In our upcoming study, we focus on the Sādhanapāda, which is the heart of practice. It provides the practical tools needed to cleanse the system, dissolve the “all-or-nothing” cycle, and find your way back to a life of steady, mindful movement.

Interested? Join the free introductory webinar to learn more about the study program. Saraswathi Vasudevan and Lekha Parameshwaran will share highlights of the course, give us a sample of what’s in store and answer all your questions.

Free Introductory Webinar
📅 Date: Sunday, January 25th

⏰ Time: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM IST

📍 Location: Online via Zoom

✨ Recorded: A recording will be provided to all who register if you cannot attend live.

Ready to find your direction? 🔗 Click the link and join us live. (https://yogavahini.short.gy/SūtrasforHealingWebinar2)

When life feels like a hollow routine or you find yourself questioning “What’s the whole point?”, it is a sign that you ...
22/01/2026

When life feels like a hollow routine or you find yourself questioning “What’s the whole point?”, it is a sign that you are seeking a deeper sense of direction.

The Yoga Sūtra-s teach us that the clarity we seek isn’t found by looking outward, but by understanding the landscape within.

Join us as we shift from aimless wandering to purposeful movement. Discover how the ancient wisdom of the Sūtras can provide the map you need for your personal healing journey in 2026.

Free Introductory Webinar:
📅 Date: Sunday, January 25th
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM IST

Are you ready to go on this inward journey?
🔗 Click the link https://yogavahini.short.gy/SūtrasforHealingWebinar2

(A recording will be provided to all who register if you cannot attend live.)

How can we find detachment in the midst of life’s daily dramas? Yoga Vahini is honored to host R. Sriram and Angelika Sr...
07/01/2026

How can we find detachment in the midst of life’s daily dramas?

Yoga Vahini is honored to host R. Sriram and Angelika Sriram (Anjali) for a special 4-day in-person workshop: Breathing Balance into Emotions.

Drawing from the profound concepts of Bhāva and Bhāvana in both the Nātya Śāstra and Yoga Sūtras, this workshop explores how Yoga and the arts can resolve the delicate balance between body and mind.

What we will explore:
🔹 Re-understanding the nature of emotions.
🔹 Building awareness of mental disturbances.
🔹 Discovering and cultivating “essential” emotions.
🔹 Learning not to get lost in the fleeting ones.

The Details:
🗓️ Jan 21 – 24, 2026
🕘 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
📍 Muttukadu, Chennai

Why attend? This workshop is a deep dive into the Natya Yoga framework, helping you navigate emotions with greater awareness and stability. Whether you are a yoga teacher, a student, or a practitioner of the arts, this exchange offers a unique perspective on understanding the Self.

Register: https://yogavahini.short.gy/EmotionsWorkshop

Yoga Sūtra for Healing | Free Introductory Webinar this SaturdayWhy do we suffer? How do we contribute to it?Can we lear...
07/01/2026

Yoga Sūtra for Healing | Free Introductory Webinar this Saturday

Why do we suffer? How do we contribute to it?
Can we learn to see our pain more clearly, without being consumed by it?

These questions are at the heart of our upcoming course: Yoga Sūtra for Healing.

Join us for a Free Introductory Webinar this Saturday to explore them together. We’ll work with Sādhana Pāda as a way to understand our own minds, with practices that support inner clarity and healing.

The Details:
🗓 Saturday, Jan 10th
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM IST

What to expect:
• Chanting
• Short Practice
• Introduction to the 12-week journey beginning next month

🔗 Secure your spot here or with the link in bio: https://yogavahini.short.gy/SūtrasforHealingWebinar1

We look forward to seeing you there.

20/11/2025

The practice of chanting the Yoga Sūtras is fundamental to the Krishnamacharya Yoga tradition, serving as the essential first step on the path.

As we listen carefully and repeat the Sūtras, we find a meditative quality that strengthens our attention, sharpens listening, and enhances memory. The meditative quality of the sound quietly works to relax the body, quieten the mind, and infuse a positive frame of mind.

Chanting helps us stay close to the teachings, allowing the Sūtras to become our inner signposts and references for self-reflection.

We begin with chanting… pay attention, listen, and repeat… One step at a time, starting with ATHA…

Are you feeling ready to start? We invite you to join our free weekly session to get a taste of this transformative experience:

Practice: Weekly Yoga Sūtras Chanting (30 mins) lead by Aarthi Jayakumar
Begins: Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM IST
🔗 Register now via the link
https://bit.ly/YVYogaSutrasChanting

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12/11/2025

The fire of Tapas is very real behind the scenes here at

We are diligently filming and preparing the new course materials, ensuring every moment is imbued with the clarity and dedication you deserve.

We cannot wait to share the next step of the Yoga Sādhanā journey with our Sangha. Be ready for your practice to deepen.

Are you ready to tend your inner fire and burn away the obstacles holding you back?

We’re offering an 8-week Yoga Sādhanā: Tapas intensive in January 2026. DM us to get the details and be added to our mailing list for all upcoming Yoga Sādhanā offerings

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The deepest work of Sādhanā happens when we carry our awareness into the fabric of daily life.This is a beautiful realiz...
03/11/2025

The deepest work of Sādhanā happens when we carry our awareness into the fabric of daily life.

This is a beautiful realization shared by one of our students. The simple act of the intentional pause becomes the most powerful part of the practice—creating space for transformation and clarity.

Tapas is the disciplined awareness that creates this transformation. It teaches us that the greatest work often happens in the simplest moments—in that small space of the pause.

Are you ready to tend your inner fire and burn away the obstacles holding you back?

We’re offering an 8-week Yoga Sādhanā: Tapas intensive in January 2026. DM us to get the details and be added to our mailing list for all upcoming Yoga Sādhanā offerings!

The Essence of Sangha: A Deeper ReflectionWe often return to the wisdom of the masters to remind ourselves of our true i...
25/10/2025

The Essence of Sangha: A Deeper Reflection
We often return to the wisdom of the masters to remind ourselves of our true intention.

The renowned Buddhist master reminds us that a Sangha is far more than a community—it is a profound spiritual practice rooted in awareness, understanding, and love.

➡️ Swipe through this carousel to read the passage that continually guides the heart of the Yoga Sādhanā Sangha

🔗 Find the book and future enrollment updates via https://www.yogavahini.com/yogasadhana2025.html

Address

Ramaniyam Smriti Apartments, 1st Floor, 21/3, Beach Road, Kalakshetra Colony, Besant Nagar
Chennai
600090

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+919884642456

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