Svaroopa Vidya Ashram

My first yoga experiences were with other styles. They were forced and I was always trying to be good enough at the poses. When I found Svaroopa® yoga, I was so relieved by how this style immediately helped me melt through tensions. I loved the effective poses and added meditation and the other practices offered by the Ashram. It truly has changed my life immensely. I'm so much happier, steadier and healthier. Retreats in Downingtown are consistently amazing and powerful. The teachers are awesome and the accommodations are wonderful. So grateful!

I have attended many Svaroopa trainings in multiple locations. They have always strived for comfortable accommodations and ask for feedback after every stay. They have listened to feedback I have given and made necessary changes to make myself and every student feel well taken care of during their stay. The trainings are so informative and transformative! I can’t say enough about what you gain as a teacher and/or student. Thank you

Svaroopa Vidya Ashram offers practices steeped in the ancient traditions and texts. The integrity with which the teachings are presented is top notch. The instructors are thorough and well trained. Swami Nirmalananda has spent countless years diving in to these practices and that is evident both in her teachings and in her state. With such deep work being done for the students, around the students, and by the students, there are opportunities to soar with bliss and fly into the face of your own stuff all in the same visit. Even if one isn't as pleasant an experience as the other, I'm aware of a lightness and freedom as I leave that is indicative of a deeper shift within. It keeps me coming back, and incredibly grateful to have this organization close by. 🙏

I go back to the ashram every time I can, at least 4 or 5 times a year. (I live on the West Coast). It has become like home for me, so welcoming and grace-filled. I cannot even describe how important this ashram, the retreats and trainings, and especially Swami Nirmalananda are in my development and growth. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking growth--physically, emotionally, spiritually.

My connection to SVA carried me through the long pandemic. The Swamis stepped up and used modern day technology in order to continue sharing the ancient teachings. Turning an otherwise frustrating time to an opportunity to go deeper into the yoga experience.