Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre
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Chennai
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How to Start


Beginners' Course

Yoga 1 - Bujangasana or Cobra pose

An introduction to the theory and practice of yoga for beginners with emphasis on proper exercise (asanas), proper breathing (pranayama), relaxation (savasana); the 12 basic postures and Surya Namaskar (sun salutations).

Course duration: The course consists of 12 classes (90 minute each) on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday over four weeks. Weekend courses run for 6 weeks on Saturdays and Sundays.

Course donation:

  • Rs 1800 (Members)
  • Rs 2000 (Non-Members)

Although benefits of Yoga can be felt as early as entering the Yoga Hall, regular practice is important for lasting and potent effects.
Right after the course, without delay, is the right time to make a commitment to Yoga practice.
In order to promote this, we offer Introduction packages to those who have recently (within a week) finished their Beginners' Courses :

regular monthly donation : Rs. 1000
3 months open class : Rs. 2000
6 months open class : Rs. 3500

A self-practice kit containing a CD, a manual, a poster, etc. is included in the course donation.

Beginners' Course Starting Dates

During the week: Mon, Wed, Fri for four weeks

Mornings: 6:00am - 7:30am

may 6th, june 3rd, july 1st, august 5th, september 2nd, october 7th, november 4th, december 2nd

Mornings: 9:30am - 11:00am

may 13th, june 10th, july 8th, august 12th, september 9th, october 14th, november 4th, december 9th

Evenings: 6:30pm - 8:00pm

may 20th, june 17th, july 15th, august 19th, september 16th, october 21st, november 18th, december 16th

Weekends: 8:00am - 9:30am Saturdays and Sundays for six weeks

may 4th, july 6th, september 7th, november 2nd



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