As one of the few authentic ashrams to be found outside of India, we provide a vibrant link between the spiritual teachings of the yogic sages and sincere seekers of the modern world. Founded in 1986, the Ashram has over the years been a source of profound learning and transformation for thousands of people from all walks of life. Our teachings draw on the deeply connected systems of classical yoga, advaita and tantra, aiming to support the cultivation of direct meditative insight into the fundamental nature of reality alongside the development of the full range of human potential.
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For over 35 years yoga has been practiced as a way of life here at the Ashram by a community of dedicated practitioners under the guidance of an authentic yoga master. This has created a deeply-rooted culture of spirituality and charged the atmosphere with vibrant transformative energy. This powerful energetic container is enhanced by the natural beauty and tranquility of the Ashram's surroundings, creating an environment which is wonderfully conducive to genuine spiritual growth.
Our founder, Swami Nishchalananda Saraswati, is a true yoga acharya - 'Master of Yoga'. Having spent 14 years in India with his guru, and a further 35 years building and nurturing the Ashram into the thriving centre it is today, he is now in the process of retiring from active teaching. His influence and guidance continue to inform and shape the teaching offered at Mandala Yoga Ashram however, through the presence of several highly experienced senior teachers. Many of the other members of our team are also yoga teachers or teachers-in-training.
