Explorations on Love As a Way of Being in the World
At the time of writing this blog, the Ashram’s three-month Yoga Development Course (YDC) has just come to completion. Many of the course participants are transitioning back to families, jobs and environments that are busy with the day-to-day challenges of living in the everyday world. In the last part of the course, questions were coming […]
Okanagan
Yasodhara Yoga Okanagan NAMASTE Welcome to Yasodhara Yoga Okanagan! Discover classes in Hatha Yoga, Hidden Language Hatha Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, and Dream Yoga. We offer Yasodhara classes, workshops, retreats, and Satsang to the Okanagan community locally (from Salmon Arm to Osoyoos) at various yoga studios, welcoming venues, small private classes from the homes of generous hosts, and sometimes […]
Taste of The Ashram
Saturday, June 13 Have you been curious about Yasodhara Ashram and wanted a glimpse into Ashram life? Or perhaps you already know the Ashram and would enjoy spending a peaceful day reconnecting with yourself. Join us for a Taste of the Ashram — an introduction to our teachings, community and spiritual environment. June 13, 11:00am – 3:00pm […]
What Grace Looks Like When Everything Changes
This morning, the first chevrons of geese arrive from southern skies, their calls evoking both longing and comfort in me. Sap rises in the maple trees around my home, boils on a small outdoor fire, the steam off the pans, sweetening the air. Every spring, when I tap the maples and sap pours out, I […]
IT Support & System Maintenance Assistant
Part-time position – 20 hours per week, $20/hour Commitment of one to two years, given the learning curve – starting immediately. Job Description Assist with user support for residents and guests, including help with laptops, desktops, phones, user accounts, internet access, etc. Help manage and secure the IT infrastructure, including hardware (servers, wiring, routers, UPS […]
The Yoga of Transitions: Accepting Change and Uncertainty through Asanas
There are moments when I find myself between what was once familiar and what has not yet taken form. In this space, expectations fill me up as I try to make sense of what has happened, what is coming and how I want to meet the new. That’s how the coming of spring feels, with […]
Reflections on Early Days – Swami Sukhananda/Jayne Boys in Canterbury
A Sacred Beginning (1988)I first met Swami Sukhananda in the summer of 1988. It was long before we both became Swamis. We were Jayne Boys and Susan Oughtred in those days. She had just spent 11 months at Yasodhara Ashram, having taken part in the YDC, then staying on to offer Karma Yoga. She came […]
Power of Choice: Awakening Potential May 26-June 1
“One of the greatest powers we have, although it is often unrecognized, is the power of choice.” Swami Radha Where do you want to go? How can you make courageous choices that support your direction? Through watching your mind, guided reflection and spiritual practices, you can start to understand how your thoughts influence your attitude and […]
Timeless Teachings: Deepening Commitment July 7-13 – Currently Full
An Intensive Immersion with Swami Lalitanada & Swami Samayananda “The teachings don’t live in the air or in a book. They have to be embodied. They have to be brought to life and lived.”– Swami Radhananda This retreat is led by Ashram senior teachers, Swami Lalitananda and Swami Samayananda, with Hidden Language Hatha Yoga offered by Swami Matananda […]
Reclaiming the Feminine: Returning to the Heart July 21-27
“If we return to the heart, to the feminine within ourselves, we can hear Divine Mother’s voice.” Swami Radhananda Explore the inner feminine power that can help you create the life you want to live. Using body, mind and spiritual practices, you can listen more deeply to your intuitive knowing. Take time to tune in, clarify […]