Sewa International-Austin chapter, in partnership with Yoga Bharati Vyasa Austin, is proud to bring another initiative here in Austin for the benefit of the community. Stop Diabetes Movement (SDM) is a yoga module well designed by Svyasa Bengaluru to prevent, manage and control type II Diabetes and it's starting from October 17.
This is session is beneficial for everyone, please register - https://sewausa.org/event-5443835.
Yogashree N.V.Raghuram is the Chairman and Spiritual Founder of Yoga Bharati and Professor of yoga philosophy in Swami Vivekananda Yoga Research Foundation (SVYASA), Bangalore India. Sri N.V Raghuram is trained under some of the most renowned exponents of yoga such as Prof Satyanarayana Sastry and has been practicing yoga since early childhood. He is instrumental in introducing yoga therapy in a neurological clinic in Germany and starting yoga therapy in hospitals in Italy, Turkey, and China. He has traveled to several countries in Asia, Europe and America, giving discourses and stress reduction programs based on yoga.
Saturday 9/30/2023
When: 9/30/2023 (Sat), 5-6 PM (Cyclic Meditation, led by Raghuram Ji), 6 – 6.30 PM (Gita chanting, Yoga Flow performance by kids), 6.30 – 7.30 PM (Raghuram Ji’s new book “Patanjali Yoga Sutra” release. Talk by Raghuram Ji: Yoga and Stress Management), followed by Q&A, Dinner (families are welcome)
Where: Abiding Love Lutheran Church, 7210 Brush Country Rd, Austin, TX 78749
Topic: Yoga and Stress Management
Sunday 10/01/2023
When: 10/01/2023 (Sun), 5.30 – 6 PM (Yoga Flow Performance by kids, Gita chanting/Bhajans led by Raghuram Ji), 6 – 7 PM (Talk by Raghuram Ji: Yoga and Teen/Youth Health), followed by Q&A, Raghuram Ji’s 75th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION, Dinner (families are welcome)
Where: Steiner Ranch Area. Bella Mar Community Center, 12401 Bella Mar Trail, Austin, TX 78732
Topic: Yoga and Teen/Youth Health
Here is a short 2-min video capturing some of the highlights from his trip: https://youtu.be/k-hAvKGkbmY
Link to all the pictures: https://photos.app.goo.gl/c6zzWdmaPXYjmGfXA
Swami Ji is the Spiritual Founder and Director of organizations and ashrams under the umbrella of the Sambodh Foundation, New Delhi, India (1991); the Bodhananda Research Foundation for Management and Leadership Studies, Trivandrum, Kerala, India (1994); and, The Sambodh Society, Inc. (1997), his American organization. Under Swamiji’s guidance, and through these organizations, his devotees receive Vednatic knowledge, spiritual training and engage in charity and social service.
He has authored a number of books such as The Gita & Management, Indian Management & Leadership, Seven Hindu Spiritual Laws of Success, Dialogues, Meditation, Happiness Unlimited etc. Please see Swami Ji’s bio at: https://www.sambodh.us/B/sb.html
When: 9/21/2023 (Thu), 7-8 PM followed by Q&A, Dinner (families are welcome)
Where: Steiner Ranch Area (Near 12550 Country Trails Ln, Austin, TX 78732). Please RSVP at austintx@yogabharati.org for exact address.
Topic: Yoga for inner peace and harmony
LOCATION: Capitol South Steps
EVENT DATE: 06/24/2023 (Saturday)
TIME: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
HOSTED BY: Yoga Bharati VYASA Austin, Art of living Foundation plus many other community partners
CONTACT: austintx@yogabharati.org
Links to Event Video and Photos are below:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjCDwMiCet29e6gADFuS4ridjT7ZMlZa7
https://photos.app.goo.gl/sdZunFF1V756Gi9x6
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Lj8BSw_hm352PnrOqpc5lw6qRQD4rE7z?usp=sharing
IDY Sponsors
Many thanks to our wonderful sponsors to help drive this event:
Platinum Sponsors
Family Medicine Austin: https://familymedicineaustin.com/
Elicia Michaud Real Estate: https://eliciamichaud.com/
Gold Sponsors
Gujarati Samaj of Greater Austin: https://austingujaratisamaj.org/
Renu Anupindi MD, DFAACAP, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Silver Sponsors
Heartfulness Meditation: https://heartfulness.org/
Cedar Smiles Pediatric Dentistry: https://www.cedarsmilesdentistry.com/
Akshaya Patra Foundation: https://www.akshayapatrausa.org/
Global Big Data Conference: https://www.globalbigdataconference.com/
Angie Gonzalez, Realty Austin: https://www.realtyaustin.com/agents/angie-gonzalez
American International Group: https://www.aig.com/home
Austin Kannada Sangha: https://www.austinkannadasangha.org/
Custom Designs by Rajannya: https://designsbyrajannya.wixsite.com/home
Community Partners
Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana: https://vyasa.org/
Samspra Academy: https://www.samspra.org/
Sewa USA: https://sewausa.org/
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh: https://www.hssus.org/
Yogifi Inc: https://yogifi.fit/
Dakini Springs: https://www.dakinisprings.com/
Consulate General of India, Houston: https://cgihouston.gov.in/
Frequently Asked Questions:
What should I bring to IDY on June 24th?
Yoga mat and reusable water bottle for yourself.
What is the reporting time?
4.45 PM on the event day
What is the duration of the event?
5 PM to 8 PM
Is there a fee for the event?
It is a FREE event.
What is the dress code for the event?
Comfortable, weather appropriate, stretchable, yoga event clothing. Some examples. half or full sleeves T shirts and yoga pant. * no jeans and formals please * no low-cleavage tops for ladies * appropriate length shorts are okay
How can I become a partner or sponsor for the event?
Please see details here to become a partner or a sponsor. IDY_Austin_Sponsorship_June_2023 Thank you for your generosity.
How can I volunteer for the event?
Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D4EA5AA2AA5FB6-idyaustin. Volunteer hours and free IDY T-Shirt will be provided to high school students who sign up. Thank you!
Please report to Yoga Bharati booth to collect your T-Shirt and name badge on Saturday (event day).
Where do I park at the event?
Please see the attached map that shows the whole Capitol complex. This illustrates the location of the Visitors parking garage at 12th and San Jacinto streets, one block east of the Capitol. The garage will be open and free the whole time during our program.
Where are restrooms located?
The Capitol Restrooms will be open until 8pm. Restrooms are located on all floors and in the case of the ground floor and lower there are multiple public restrooms.
What should I do if it starts raining?
Taking shelter under the trees or the Alamo monument is good in a light rain. Going inside the capitol in the event of rain is an option for folks who just want to clear rain for the short duration, but the program will be held outdoors only.
Please join us for an information session and potluck to know more about our new location, learn about our upcoming events, meet the executive committee or to just enjoy some good food!
When: Jan 21 (Sat), 12 - 2 PM (In Person)
Fees: Free event
Location: At our brand new location with ashram like settings at 2217 Downing Lane Leander TX
Please register for the free event and sign up for an item if you can share with others.
When: Jan 28/29 (Sat and Sun), Feb 11/12 (Sat and Sun) - 7 AM to noon CST - 5 hours on each day (In Person)
Yoga practices covered:
Breath Body Synchronization
Deepening Sun Salutations
Sun Salutations Variations
Perfecting your Asana alignment
Yoga Nidra
Breathing (Pranayama) practices
Meditation practices including Mind Sound Resonance Technique, Cyclic Meditation
Yoga and Stress Management
Study of select Patanjali Yoga Sutras and Bhagavad Gita Slokas
Fees: $225 for both weekends or $150 for one weekend.
Location: At our brand new location with ashram like settings at 2217 Downing Lane Leander TX
Participants can count these hours towards online yoga teacher training that would take place from 2/25 onwards. Participants interested in Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) should enroll for the complete workshop.
Please register and choose option “Yoga Teacher Training or Foundation”.
Instructors: Shailesh Basani, Pavithra Kambi Eswar, Giribabu Bikki (Instructors bios at: https://yogabharati.org/about-austintx-chapter)
See https://yogabharati.org/research for more details. Research study start on 1/21/2023 in collaboration with MIT.