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11-Day New Year Meditation Retreat

Join your fellow yogis and yoginis for an 11-day journey of philosophy, meditation, reflection, daily asana, and sangha, surrounded by Cambodia’s sacred ancient landscape.

29 DEC - 9 JAN
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Early Bird Discount
Rishikesh Teacher Training

This Saturday, September 19th 4 pm

Join us this Saturday for the monthly meditation immersion. This is an all levels class. 

Beginner friendly*
Drop-In $25
Mental Hygiene Subscriptions

About Yogi Charu

Yogi Charu, a traditional yoga, meditation and philosophy teacher, has been sharing this timeless philosophy with students across the globe for the past 30 years.

His compassionate perspective rooted in Vedic wisdom, bring depth and authenticity to his teachings as he promotes the concepts of Bhakti Yoga and service to God through service to all living beings, inspiring his students to walk with clarity and conscious appreciation of our connection to the divine.

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Following the Path Across Continents

From New York to the mountains of Nepal to Hawaii, Florida and now India, I follow Yogi Charu both in person and in spirit. His wisdom not only illuminates my path but also radiates outward, touching the lives of those I now guide. His way of teaching has truly transformed my life in ways that I didn’t even know was possible. Because of his inspiration and empowerment, I have dived so deep into my spiritual life and he has really given me the faith of this incredible teaching. Thank you for being the compassionate, incredible, wise, amazing teacher that you are.

— International Student & Teacher

Finding an Authentic Teacher

The impact Yogi Charu’s teaching has had on me is very deep and profound, and it’s impacted my life so positively. I had been looking for a teacher for so long and in looking found a lot of false or inauthentic ways. To finally meet a teacher that was so true and authentic and humble—it’s life-changing. I just want you to know how important and profound your work is and what you’ve given all of us, all of your students.

— Student

18 Years of Blessed Learning

I was very lucky to meet Yogi Charu 18 years ago and to be so blessed to learn from him. It’s hard to return all that he gave us. He showed us the sun and the moon, the rhythm of breath, the universe within our own body, a secret sky inside. He shares the wisdom of Krishna, the teachings of self-mastery and the mind. Even cake reminds me of self-control—his wisdom guides me through the sweetest treats. He teaches us to catch our dreams, to listen, to learn from them. The truths he shares and that living inspires me deeply. Grateful for his link to the teachers before him.

— Student, 18 years

Sharing the Teachings with Others

I am grateful that I have met a teacher like Yogi Charu. I honor his teachings by sharing them with others. It is such an honor and a blessing to be his student and to be a part of this global yoga family. Throughout the years, I’ve learned so much from him as it relates to devotion, discipline, living in the present moment, and living life with joy. This is evident in the way that he lives and in the way that he teaches. Each training, each class, each interaction captures and carries that very essence.
— Student & Teacher

Wisdom for Daily Living

As I’m experiencing things, I often hear Yogi Charu’s nuggets of wisdom in mind. One nugget that stands out is that the shake in the leg is only going to last for a while. This reminds me that whatever I’m going through, whether I want to label it good or bad, that I just have to bring a degree of presence and tolerance to it to understand that it is a part of the karma and it is only temporary. Another nugget of wisdom that stands out is: yoga is joyfully done.

— Student

Transformation Through Mental Hygiene

It has been tremendous fortune to have met Yogi Charu and studied under his guidance in mental hygiene classes for the last 5 years. He shined his light on me and it began the biggest transformation of my life. Yogi Charu inspired me and continues to inspire me every day. When I didn’t believe that I could walk the yogic path, he told me just keep doing the practice. It’s not a 100-yard dash, it’s a marathon. Boy, was he right. I couldn’t be more grateful to know such a sweet soul and be guided and have the opportunity to spend time and learn from him.

— Student, 5 years of study

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