Meditation
Discover a practical, progressive, steady path inward through meditation towards self-transformation.
A guided path into meditation practice
Explore meditation classes that offer clear, supportive ways to develop steadiness, self-awareness, and inner calm. Rooted in the Himalayan Yoga Meditation Tradition, our offerings welcome both newcomers and experienced practitioners, with opportunities to learn foundational techniques, deepen an established practice, and connect with a community of fellow students.
6-week series
Meditation I: Learning the Basics
Foundations of meditation and mindfulness as taught in the 5,000-year-old Himalayan Tradition. Covers meditation foundations, relaxation, pranayama, mantra, and the basics of Raja Yoga philosophy.
Series · Prereq: Med I
Meditation II: Superconscious Meditation
Powerful and practical yoga practices to quiet and focus the mind and decrease emotional reactivity. Draws on Swami Veda Bharati’s penetrating and inspiring lectures on yoga psychology and philosophy.
Series · Prereq: Med I, II
Meditation III: Mantra, the Key to Deeper Meditation
The science of using mantra and mantra repetition as a means to a deeper meditative experience. Opens the opportunity for participants to receive a personal mantra and initiation into the Himalayan Tradition.
What you will learn
- Relaxation practices for the systematic resting of the body
- Breath awareness, sushumna application, and other core breath practices
- Subtle-body awareness
- The use of mantra in personal practice
- Steps for refining everyday thought, emotion, and activity
Guided Meditations
Opportunities to experience guided meditation practice in community. See the calendar for details.
Sunday Morning Guided Meditation
Held in person and via Zoom.
Swami Radha Bharati
Thursday Satsang Meditation
Held in person and via Zoom.
Swami Radha Bharati and others
Ready to start?
Most students begin with Meditation I. The series is offered regularly. If you don’t see an upcoming offering in the calendar, contact us for more info.