Yasodhara Yoga Ashram

How many places can you go to where your authentic essential self is not only seen but absolutely encouraged? How many places uphold utmost integrity to the lineage they are a part of and to all of creation? When I go to the ashram - both my first 2 week visit and my 9 month stint including the YDC, I experienced both. I felt held and was encouraged to hold myself and gifted tools to do so. Tools that have transformed my life, live in my heart, cells and bones and connect me to a deep place of Light. Forever I am grateful and I absolutely suggest anyone who has a call to follow the call. As Swami Radha says ... The power that created you will sustain you, IF you give it a try. Give it a try!

Such a beautiful, peaceful setting. I only stayed overnight but the atmosphere will stay with me forever. The facilities are spacious and very clean, the food delicious, and the people welcoming. I will go back for a longer stay.

Beautiful place with a calming atmosphere, energy, and simple, clean facilities, however, the leadership structure is fragmented and there seems to be tension amongst the older members of the community. The silent meals are an example of that: the custom began after a male senior leader used meal time to get to know female visitors and develop relationships with them despite strict restrictions on relationships with different gendered people and ambiguous power dynamics. I believe this incident left a scar on the community that is sometimes palpable. Having said this, the place has the potential to offer amazing retreats.

I have attended several events over the years and each time was a special gift of growth and development. I am grateful that the Ashram sits in such an amazing place and is filled with so much light and love.

What a light and lovely energy that permeates all; calm and zen combined. The staff person that I met was most insightful and accommodating and we were invited to tour the grounds with a map, at our leisure. I purchased a book of Swami Radha's that I had not yet read, and a mantra CD at the gift shop. I wish to return! ????

One of the wonders of the world ~ Yasodhara Ashram is an authentic place of kindness, integrity, intrinsic learning, quietude among a vast natural landscape, ancient practices vital for a wholesome contemporary life, a centre for Light and the divine feminine aspects. Journey to the ashram and learn about your self... what you learn will truly nourish your most luminous life.

Yasodhara Ashram is simply the best! Transformative place for all those looking for space, healing, and connection with community. I took the 3 month yoga development course, the 10 day yoga journey and the one month karma yoga program over a period of two years. Each course helped me to learn so much about myself, heal aspects of my past, and grow as a person. The ashram has the most beautiful grounds and scenery, but its the people that make it most special. I have met some of the most kind and down to earth people at this place, and felt from the start that I was part of the community. The accomodations are really nice and clean, and the food is simply amazing. If you participate in karma yoga during your stay, you may even get a chance to help make it! I recommend Yasodhara Ashram to a wide range of people, from spiritual seekers to the open minded and curious. From seniors looking for gentle yoga space, to youth looking for a sense of community and purpose. If you feel called to it, come! You wont regret it.