Welcome to the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Trivandrum Centre.
Serve, love, give, purify, meditate, realise†– these teachings are the spiritual strength behind the Sivananda Yoga Centres and have inspired spiritual aspirants around the world to live a life of brotherly love and spiritual unity.
We offer many courses in Yoga and Meditation for the Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced practitioner. We follow the ancient discipline of yoga practise as taught by Sri Swami Vishnudevananda our founder, one of the foremost disciples of Sri Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh. One of the great yoga masters of twentieth-century.
We are centrally located within the city, behind the Padmanabhaswamy Temple in West Fort. The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre is a part of the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres (ISYVC), a non-profit organization run by voluntary staff and dedicated to the aim of disseminating the knowledge of yoga.
General Information
Please arrive on time for all classes and avoid leaving early. Latecomers may not be allowed entry to class. Mobile phones must be switched off and not used within the Centre. Dress modestly, with shoulders, midriff and legs covered. Tight fitting, transparent and revealing clothing is not permitted in the centre. Changing rooms are available. We recommend you do not eat for 2 - 3 hours before a class.
A chance to drop in for an introductory yoga class for those who want to bring yoga into their lives and learn about the Sivananda-style yoga practice. A great opportunity to try this class before signing up for our Beginners’ Course.
Learn the basics of yoga systematically in a relaxed setting with one of our yoga courses for Beginners. The course takes a step-by-step approach to develop strength, flexibility, good breathing habits, concentration and relaxation. You will gain a firm foundation in: • Yoga postures (asanas) • Breathing exercises (pranayama) • Relaxation exercises • Proper diet • Positive thinking and meditation The course prepares you for the Open Classes and more advanced courses at the Centre as well as enabling you to establish a regular practice at home. The Sivananda Training Manual is included with the course.
A lively approach to yoga to help kids develop co-ordination, flexibility, strength and confidence as well as enhancing concentration, memory and a sense of well-being and self-awareness. The classes include yoga postures, proper breathing, meditation, chanting and spiritual storytelling. It’s a lot of fun—the kids make new friends and develop new and positive interests. Open to children age 7-12 years.
A slower-pacedclass for people of all sizes, ages and fitness levels. Gentle yoga removes any fears or challenges in doing yoga. Classes are designed forthose who want to take a more gentle class to improve general mobility, health and well-being.The class includes easy basic postures with some variations, breathing exercises, and relaxation.
Learn the basics of yoga systematically in a relaxed setting with one of our yoga courses for Beginners. The course takes a step-by-step approach to develop strength, flexibility, good breathing habits, concentration and relaxation. You will gain a firm foundation in: • Yoga postures (asanas) • Breathing exercises (pranayama) • Relaxation exercises • Proper diet • Positive thinking and meditation The course prepares you for the Open Classes and more advanced courses at the Centre as well as enabling you to establish a regular practice at home. The Sivananda Training Manual is included with the course.
A lively approach to yoga to help kids develop co-ordination, flexibility, strength and confidence as well as enhancing concentration, memory and a sense of well-being and self-awareness. The classes include yoga postures, proper breathing, meditation, chanting and spiritual storytelling. It’s a lot of fun—the kids make new friends and develop new and positive interests. Open to children age 7-12 years.
The months of carrying a child are precious. The yoga postures and breathing techniques are a gentle way to keep your body active and fit during your pregnancy. Specially-adapted postures prepare the body for a peaceful birth and restore vitality and vigour in the post-natal months. Practice can begin after the first trimester after consultation with your doctor.
Due to an increased demand from students who are not able to attend regular scheduled yoga classes or who require personal attention, the Centre now offers private yoga classes. Private Classes can be arranged at the Trivandrum Centre, as well as by appointment at your home or office. Please contact the Centre for full information.
The months of carrying a child are precious. The yoga postures and breathing techniques are a gentle way to keep your body active and fit during your pregnancy. Specially-adapted postures prepare the body for a peaceful birth and restore vitality and vigour in the post-natal months. Practice can begin after the first trimester after consultation with your doctor.
Due to an increased demand from students who are not able to attend regular scheduled yoga classes or who require personal attention, the Centre now offers private yoga classes. Private Classes can be arranged at the Trivandrum Centre, as well as by appointment at your home or office. Please contact the Centre for full information.
Learn the basics of yoga systematically in a relaxed setting with one of our yoga courses for Beginners. The course takes a step-by-step approach to develop strength, flexibility, good breathing habits, concentration and relaxation. You will gain a firm foundation in: • Yoga postures (asanas) • Breathing exercises (pranayama) • Relaxation exercises • Proper diet • Positive thinking and meditation The weekend course prepares you for the Open Classes and more advanced courses at the Centre as well as enabling you to establish a regular practice at home. The Sivananda Training Manual is included with the course.
Learn the basics of yoga systematically in a relaxed setting with one of our yoga courses for Beginners. The course takes a step-by-step approach to develop strength, flexibility, good breathing habits, concentration and relaxation. You will gain a firm foundation in: • Yoga postures (asanas) • Breathing exercises (pranayama) • Relaxation exercises • Proper diet • Positive thinking and meditation The weekend course prepares you for the Open Classes and more advanced courses at the Centre as well as enabling you to establish a regular practice at home. The Sivananda Training Manual is included with the course.
“Kirtan is singing of God’s name, with feeling. Such singing has a benign effect on both the physical and subtle bodies. It is an excellent method of soothing the nerves and directing the emotions to a positive goal. Kirtan melts the heart, fills the mind with purity and generates harmony and divine love. The chanting of Sanskrit kirtan, even when mechanically done, produces certain effects. When done with devotion, and awareness of the meaning, its benefits are immeasureable.” – Swami Sivananda Our chanting classes provide an opportunity to learn devotional singing and correct pronunciation of Sanskrit mantras.
“Kirtan is singing of God’s name, with feeling. Such singing has a benign effect on both the physical and subtle bodies. It is an excellent method of soothing the nerves and directing the emotions to a positive goal. Kirtan melts the heart, fills the mind with purity and generates harmony and divine love. The chanting of Sanskrit kirtan, even when mechanically done, produces certain effects. When done with devotion, and awareness of the meaning, its benefits are immeasureable.” – Swami Sivananda Our chanting classes provide an opportunity to learn devotional singing and correct pronunciation of Sanskrit mantras.
Meditation is considered the most important of all yoga practices and leads to emotional balance, peace of mind, and a joy of living. Daily practice is known to remove anger, anxiety and depression. In this comprehensive and informative course you will be guided in the basic techniques of meditation to establish a daily practice. In addition the course will help you to understand the nature of the mind and how to develop concentration and inner stability. In addition the course will help you to understand the nature of the mind and how to develop concentration and inner stability. • Why and how to meditate • How to establish a meditation practice at home • How to develop concentration • Meditation using mantras – tools for meditation Textbook: Meditation and Mantras by Swami Vishnudevananda
Meditation is considered the most important of all yoga practices and leads to emotional balance, peace of mind, and a joy of living. Daily practice is known to remove anger, anxiety and depression. In this comprehensive and informative course you will be guided in the basic techniques of meditation to establish a daily practice. In addition the course will help you to understand the nature of the mind and how to develop concentration and inner stability. In addition the course will help you to understand the nature of the mind and how to develop concentration and inner stability. • Why and how to meditate • How to establish a meditation practice at home • How to develop concentration • Meditation using mantras – tools for meditation Textbook: Meditation and Mantras by Swami Vishnudevananda