Workshops, Events & Community Happenings
At Yogakula you will find a variety of trainings, workshops and retreats taught by renowned instructors, scholars and wellness experts. We offer many workshops that can be used as Yoga Alliance Continuing Education. We will be happy to provide you a Certificate of Completion, upon completion.
Where to find your tickets after your purchase.
In addition to these upcoming live events, you can explore on On Demand Workshop Library here.
WINTER SOLSTICE Meditation Gathering with Leila Swenson
On this day with the fewest hours of sunlight, may we come together as a community to chant, meditate, and celebrate our inner spiritual light shining brightly... Illuminating our unity, love, and compassion for all beings.
THE ANATOMY OF FASCIA AND Connective Tissue with Deane Juhan (online)
Learn about the the most abundant and extensive tissue in our bodies with specialist Deane Juhan.
How to Self-regulate the nervous system with iRest Yoga Nidra led by Stephanie Lopez - in-person/online
Stephanie will introduce you to the core principles underlying iRest, explore how iRest supports your nervous system and general sense of wellbeing, and offer two guided iRest meditations.
KIRTAN WITH PRAJNA VIEIRA AND DAVID ESTES (Copy)
David Estes and Prajna Vieira each bring together 20+ years of chanting experience with professional musicianship. They will offer a Bhakti kirtan practice in call and response with the audience. Both lead trading off on vocals with Prajna on harmonium and David on dholak drum.
YOGA RETREAT IN RISHIKESH, INDIA WITH SARASWATI CLERE + CARLOS POMEDA
We are so excited to be offering this deep immersive experience, which is designed for those who wish to take a break from daily life and venture deep into the heart of yoga practice
BARRIE RISMAN CLASSES - (IN-STUDIO + ONLINE)
Barrie Risman - Yoga Classes at Yogakula - In-studio + Online
THE WORK THAT RECONNECTS- A RETREAT WITH BARRIE RISMAN + Lydia Violet Harutoonian (IN PERSON)
Join us to find clarity of vision and emotional sanctuary while living through this precious and precarious moment on our planet.
RISE UP: A YOGA SERIES WITH BARRIE RISMAN(In-Studio + Online)
Learn yogic practices to build strength and resilience for challenging times
Shiva Sutras Immersion : The Yoga of Awakening - AN online series with Carlos Pomeda
Explore a set of very profound practices that probe beyond the surface of reality to uncover the awareness of the divine in every aspect of life.
JOURNEY THROUGH THE CHAKRAS with Doug Keller (ONLINE)
The chakras can seem mystifying for many yoga students and teachers. In this 7 class series, Doug Keller will share with us the significance of the chakras and practical application for both on the mat and in our daily lives. We will learn practices to access the chakras and their healing power.
Healthy Movement Class: Hips and Pelvis with Deane Juhan + Saraswati Clere (In-Studio + online)
Learn about creating optimal strength, flexibility, posture and movement to support pain reduction, injury prevention and a freer range of motion.
Understanding, Dealing with, and Learning to Avoid Injuries – Lower Body with Deane Juhan (online)
Learn about injuries in the lower body with specialist Deane Juhan.
History of Yoga - Online with Carlos Pomeda
This series offer an in-depth discussion of the deeper dimensions of yoga. Drawing insight directly from the ancient texts, they bring alive the authentic teachings that underlie the practice of yoga and show how they are relevant to our daily lives
Wisdom of Yoga - Online Series with Carlos Pomeda
This series offer an in-depth discussion of the deeper dimensions of yoga. Drawing insight directly from the ancient texts, they bring alive the authentic teachings that underlie the practice of yoga and show how they are relevant to our daily lives
Healthy Movement Class: Spine with Deane Juhan + Saraswati Clere (In-Studio + online)
Learn about creating optimal strength, flexibility, posture and movement to support pain reduction, injury prevention and a freer range of motion.
Understanding, Dealing with, and Learning to Avoid Injuries – Upper Body with Deane Juhan (online)
Learn about injuries in the upper body with specialist Deane Juhan.
The Yoga of the Upanishads - Online with Carlos Pomeda
This class offers an in-depth discussion of the deeper dimensions of yoga. Drawing insight directly from the ancient texts, it brings alive the authentic teachings that underlie the practice of yoga and show how they are relevant to our daily lives
The Yoga of the Bhagavad Gita - Online with Carlos Pomeda
This class offers an in-depth discussion of the deeper dimensions of yoga. Drawing insight directly from the ancient texts, it brings alive the authentic teachings that underlie the practice of yoga and show how they are relevant to our daily lives
The Yoga System of Patanjali - Online with Carlos Pomeda
This class offers an in-depth discussion of the deeper dimensions of yoga. Drawing insight directly from the ancient texts, it brings alive the authentic teachings that underlie the practice of yoga and show how they are relevant to our daily lives
The World of Tantric Yoga - Online with Carlos Pomeda
This class offers an in-depth discussion of the deeper dimensions of yoga. Drawing insight directly from the ancient texts, it brings alive the authentic teachings that underlie the practice of yoga and show how they are relevant to our daily lives
Hatha Yoga and its Sources - Online with Carlos Pomeda
This class offers an in-depth discussion of the deeper dimensions of yoga. Drawing insight directly from the ancient texts, it brings alive the authentic teachings that underlie the practice of yoga and show how they are relevant to our daily lives
YOGA RETREAT IN GREECE
Join us for a 7-day transformational Yoga Retreat on Kea Island, Cycladaes, Greece to celebrate the Fall Equinox.
iRest Yoga Nidra & Polyvagal Theory: A Return to Regulation and Wholeness with Stephanie Lopez (online)
In the iRest Yoga Nidra & Polyvagal Theory Immersion, you will learn and explore concepts from Polyvagal Theory and principles of iRest that you can immediately apply, both personally and professionally.
RISE UP,ROOTED- A CONVERSATION WITH BARRIE RISMAN + Lydia Violet Harutoonian (ONLINE - FREE)
Join us for a conversation with Senior Yoga Teacher Barrie Risman and Work That Reconnects facilitator Lydia Violet Harutoonian ( Free Online event)
KIRTAN WITH PRAJNA VIEIRA AND DAVID ESTES
David Estes and Prajna Vieira each bring together 20+ years of chanting experience with professional musicianship. They will offer a Bhakti kirtan practice in call and response with the audience. Both lead trading off on vocals with Prajna on harmonium and David on dholak drum.
WHAT’S THE YOGA WE NEED NOW - WITH BARRIE RISMAN (ONLINE) A FREE EVENT
What’s the Yoga We Need Now? A Free Online Conversation about how yoga can support us during challenging times.
The Spine with deane juhan (online)
Learn about the anatomy and physiology of the spine with specialist Deane Juhan.
KIRTAN WITH PRAJNA VIEIRA AND DAVID ESTES
David Estes and Prajna Vieira each bring together 20+ years of chanting experience with professional musicianship. They will offer a Bhakti kirtan practice in call and response with the audience. Both lead trading off on vocals with Prajna on harmonium and David on dholak drum.
Rest & Re-enchantment: Autumn Mini Retreat with Nicole Becker
A wonderful opportunity right before the holidays to slow down, rest deeply, and connect with gratitude and reverence.
KIRTAN WITH ASTRUD
“Astrud’s kirtans immerse the mind in a sea of scared sound and melt open the heart” -Swami Ramananda
PRANAYAMA: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES with Richard Miller (Online)
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and wellness through the transformative practices of prāṇāyāma.
elemental SoundBath with Jósa Goodlife
Join us on a sound journey through time and space. The Icelandic multifaceted artist, Jósa Goodlife will guide you on to a meeting with the elements: water, fire, air and earth as you perceive them through sound within your own elemental body.
THE POWER OF PRANAYAMA WITH RICHARD MILLER (ONLINE) A FREE EVENT
Prana is the energy and power which flows through everything that exists. We can access this energy and power through simple and systematic breathing techniques. Join this FREE Online event to learn more about the deeper benefits of pranayama.
Autumn yoga day-long retreat with leila swenson
Retreat and restore yourself in our urban yoga oasis in the heart of Berkeley for a rejuvenating Autumn day of yoga practice, teachings, and community connection!
THE MEDITATION IMMERSION ON THE VIJNANA BHAIRAVA - AN online series with Carlos Pomeda
The Vijnana Bhairava meditation techniques include breath awareness, visualization, focus on energy centers, contemplation, mantra and sound.
KIRTAN WITH PRAJNA VIEIRA AND DAVID ESTES
David Estes and Prajna Vieira each bring together 20+ years of chanting experience with professional musicianship. They will offer a Bhakti kirtan practice in call and response with the audience. Both lead trading off on vocals with Prajna on harmonium and David on dholak drum.
The Science of Breath with deane juhan (online)
Learn about the anatomy and physiology of breath and how it straddles the functions of our conscious and our unconscious minds.
Healthy Movement Class: Neck and Shoulders with Deane Juhan + Saraswati Clere (In-Studio + online)
Learn about creating optimal strength, flexibility, posture and movement to support pain reduction, injury prevention and a freer range of motion.
Meditation Gathering: Celebrating Change with Leila Swenson
Join us for a heartwarming meditation practice beginning with a short mantra, a silent meditation following, and finishing with a deep relaxation. Let's celebrate change of seasons together in community.
KIRTAN WITH PRAJNA VIEIRA AND DAVID ESTES
David Estes and Prajna Vieira each bring together 20+ years of chanting experience with professional musicianship. They will offer a Bhakti kirtan practice in call and response with the audience. Both lead trading off on vocals with Prajna on harmonium and David on dholak drum.
THE THERAPEUTIC WISDOM OF YOGA with Doug Keller (IN-STUDIO + ONLINE)
Designed both for dedicated yoga students as well as for yoga teachers, yoga therapists and other professionals working with the human body. This training will be an accessible introduction to a very modern and practical perspective on yoga.
HEALING THE PRANA BODY with Doug Keller (ONLINE) A FREE EVENT
Through the practices of yoga, we can develop greater awareness of the subtle energetics of prana and balance the vayus. This lays the foundation for optimal health, and is also thought to open the gateway for higher levels of spiritual awareness. Doug will share ways we can integrate the vayus into our practice.
THE MEDITATION IMMERSION ON THE VIJNANA BHAIRAVA - AN online series with Carlos Pomeda
The Vijnana Bhairava meditation techniques include breath awareness, visualization, focus on energy centers, contemplation, mantra and sound.
Hatha Yoga and its Sources with Carlos Pomeda (online)
Hatha yoga is very popular all over the world, but where does it come from? In this workshop we will understand the basis of Hatha yoga to align ourselves with the original intention of this method.
ANANDA RASA KIRTAN
Ananda Rasa Kirtan led by David Estes is rooted in traditional Sanskrit chants sung to original raga melody compositions and explores the mystical and ecstatic moods of Bhakti in call and response chanting with the audience
YOGASTRAVAGANZA: A YOGA RETREAT IN POINT REYES - CA
Join us for Yogastravaganza: A Yoga Retreat in Point Reyes, CA
An immersive week of yoga, music, and nature with MC YOGI, Amanda Giacomini, Sue Elkind, Amy Ippoliti, and Saraswati Clere
Balancing Form & Freedom:Therapeutics for Longevity with Sue Elkind (In-Studio + Online)
Join Sue Elkind for this two-part Yoga Therapeutics workshop that is designed to help you cultivate a balance between structured alignment and intuitive expression, helping to enhance function, ease discomfort, and promote strength & vitality in both the upper and lower body.
The World of Tantric Yoga with Carlos Pomeda (online)
Explore the Tantric world to familiarize ourselves with the vision of Tantra and explore a different method of meditation.
VINYASA FLOW PRACTICE: CULTIVATING LOVE AND RESILIENCE- IN-STUDIO + ONLINE
Join Saul David Raye for an inspiring exploration into the ‘Power of the Heart’ The heart’s energy is the key to our resilience, immune system and inspiration. This class will offer practices and techniques for all of us to tap into the deeper power, energy and magic of the heart in yoga and daily life.
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YOGA for Longevity with Sue Elkind - A FREE EVENT(Online)
This free event with Sue Elkind will explore how yoga and lifestyle practices can keep you living well into many more decades. It is yoga that equips us to age well with time and prepares us to handle real-life everyday activities. Learn how healthy alignment helps you feel more comfortable in your body and practice and how to practice yoga safely and skillfully.
OPENING WEEKEND CELEBRATION (Copy)
Join us to celebrate the opening of our new location. A weekend of free classes and an evening kirtan celebration.
SUMMER SOLSTICE Meditation Circle with Leila Swenson
Greet the Summer season by coming together as a community for a powerful and sacred mantra and meditation practice!
The Yoga System of Patanjali with Carlos Pomeda (online)
Discover the Yoga Sūtras of Patanjali — the first text found on yoga, which was written more than 1600 years ago.