Sri Sri Yoga

An effective path to inner peace
Yoga means unity. It connects the body, mind, and spirit and  unites us with the people around us.
Sri Sri Yoga is a gentle yet powerful practice that significantly improves our day-to-day life, enhances our awareness, and brings balance to our bodies as well as our thoughts and emotions.It sharpens sensitivity to the more subtle aspects of existence and helps unlock a person’s full potential. The creator of Sri Sri Yoga, Ravi Shankar, emphasizes that asanas and relaxation alone are not enough—without meditation and deep reflection, there can be no authentic yoga.Our classes, led by certified teachers, include traditional yogic practices as well as group reflections inspired by the Yoga Sutras, focusing on themes such as compassion, joy of life, inner freedom, and discipline. Sri Sri Yoga is accessible to everyone, regardless of physical ability or experience. It is an inclusive form of yoga, with the well-being of all participants as its core principle, and its aim being harmony, peace, and joy. This path of yoga goes beyond the mat: it places strong emphasis on practicing mindfulness, joy, and kindness in everyday life.

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On-site Sri Sri Yoga classes coming soon. In the meantime, we invite you to outdoor Sri Sri Yoga classes, every Saturday at Targ Śniadaniowy, Warsaw, Żoliborz.
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The purpose of yoga is to put a smile on your face in spite of all the stress, tension, or situations that you are put through in your day-to-day life.

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

The practice of Sri Sri Yoga

  • Each Sri Sri Yoga session includes several core components that, together, influence the body, breath, mind, and awareness. The practice consists of the following elements: a moment of silence, pranayamas, a warm-up, asanas, relaxation, meditation, and ending with a smile.
  • MOMENT OF SILENCE
    A moment of silence calms the thoughts and emotions and helps bring the practitioner into a state of mindfulness. It' a pause with the intention: “I am here, now” that invites full presence in the practice and gently reminds us that yoga is not only movement but also a path to a deeper connection with oneself.
  • PRANAYAMAS
    These are breathing techniques that increase the level of prana, or life energy, and cleanse the energetic channels and centers in the body. They prepare the practitioner for deeper meditative experiences. Depending on the technique, pranayamas can calm, energize, improve focus, relieve stress or anxiety, and strengthen the nervous system.
  • WARM-UP
    The Sri Sri Yoga warm-up consists of gentle Sukshma Vyayama exercises that activate the joints and muscles, increase flexibility, and improve circulation. The warm-up prepares the body for asana practice.
  • ASANAS
    Asanas are a sequence of classical postures combining traditional hatha yoga techniques with breath and mindfulness. They help enhance flexibility and strength in both body and spirit, while also preparing the mind for a deeper meditative practice. Sri Sri Yoga asanas are adapted to all levels of experience, making the practice safe and accessible to all.
  • RELAXATION
    Deep relaxation with a focus on natural breath and bodily sensations is essential for integrating the effects of the practice. This kind of relaxation supports physical and mental regeneration, improves sleep quality, and increases body–mind awareness.
  • MEDITATION
    The final and most essential stage of the practice, meditation brings inner peace and balance. Participants learn to enter a natural state of mental silence, which helps reduce their stress and increases energy in their day-to-day lives. Regular meditation helps develop awareness, improves focus, and aids in dealing with everyday challenges. As Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar says, meditation is like a shower for the mind—cleansing it of accumulated tension and emotion.
  • ENDING WITH A SMILE
    A smile is not only an expression of joy but also a tool for supporting mental and spiritual well-being. Whether it arises spontaneously or is a conscious choice, the act of smiling reduces stress and tension, improving mood and deepening a meditative experience.

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