The Yoga of Devotion with Krishna Das
with Krishna Das
May 23 - 26, 2025
Krishna Das is returning to Satchidananda Ashram, Yogaville on Memorial Day Weekend, May 23rd – 26th. This year, there will be an all-inclusive price and accommodations will be booked on a first-come-first-served basis. Secure your spot and preferred accommodation type by registering early!
Join us at Yogaville for an immersive Bhakti Yoga weekend with world-renowned musician Krishna Das. Enjoy transcendent music, and experience a deeper connection to the divine through the heart-opening practice of Kirtan. All are welcome to enjoy this weekend of chanting, no kirtan or musical experience necessary.
Krishna Das is a down-to-earth yogi as well as a beloved figure in the world of spirituality and music. Enjoy an uninterrupted weekend of devotion under his gentle guidance while learning and practicing sacred chants. Tap into the powerful practice of mantra and kirtan (chanting names of the divine) alongside fellow spiritual seekers. Learn how to chant mantras with ease in order to connect deeply with yourself and kindle the inner flame of Bhakti (devotional worship).
Take part in a special Hanuman Chalisa chanting session led alongside Nina Rao while experiencing the inspirational and unwavering devotion of Sri Hanuman. Nina will also lead the group in recitation of Mahamrityunjaya mantra. Arjun Bruggeman, KD’s long time accompanist, will offer his original Rhythmic Sound Journey meditation.
Krishna Das is a personable and down-to-earth yogi, a beloved figure in the world of spirituality and music. He thrives at dispelling beginner’s hesitation by emanating and sharing the spirit of bhakti, creating a lively, responsive environment.
The Saturday concert is included as part of the weekend workshop.
Continuing Education (CE) Opportunities
- Yoga Alliance (YA): Approximately 10 contact hours.
- You can input your contact hours using your YA login information.
- Integral Yoga Teachers Association (IYTA) can provide you a CE certificate with your program’s total contact hours for a $10 fee (free for IYTA members) For more information, email ce@iyta.org.
Testimonials
KD is the perfect combination of compassion, insight, humor and truth-telling. — Lalita Lynn Taylor
KD is a master at sharing big things in a simple way and being kind and patient with all our questions. Of course, the chanting was beautiful, sacred, and so healing, especially right now. — Elizabeth Wasserman
My heart is overflowing with love. My deepest gratitude. — Katherine Kasey Conklin
The whole weekend — the talks, the sessions with KD, the life yoga practices, all of it got me back in touch with my practice that had fallen away with the closing of my yoga studio. KD knows what he is talking about! It was my first experience with him (outside of recorded music) and it was neat to just hang out with him and listen to his stories and explanations. This online retreat helped me reconnect with my personal practice and expand it at home. — Melissa Amory
KD is a master storyteller. He is authentic and speaks from his heart and tells it like it is. He is transmitting the teachings of the ancient masters in a simple, easy to understand way. — Kate Doran
KD is my favorite. His kirtans are fresh and contemporary, but they still have a traditional flavor. It makes me happy to listen to him, and to sing along. Krishna Das has a fresh, contemporary take on Kirtan that retains a warm, traditional flavor. He is also a down to earth and accessible teacher. It was a treat to get to ask him questions, and to listen to his answers to other people’s questions. It is always a treat to hear him play and sing. — Maria Puente-Duany
Tentative Schedule
Friday |
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| 2–6 pm | Registration |
| 5–5:45 pm | Yoga Nidra – Deep Relaxation |
| 5–6:30 pm | Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 1 |
| 5–6:30 pm | Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 2/3 |
| 6–6:30 pm | Guided Meditation |
| 6–6:30 pm | Integral Yoga Meditation |
| 6:30–7:30 pm | Dinner |
| 7:30–8 pm | Orientation |
| 8–10 pm | Program and Kirtan with Krishna Das |
| 10:30 pm | Lights out in dorms |
Saturday |
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| 6–6:45 am | Guided Meditation |
| 6–6:45 am | Integral Yoga Meditation |
| 7–8:30 am |
– Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 1 – Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 2 – Joint Freeing Series with Hope |
| 8–8:30 am | Chidambaram Puja |
| 8–9:45 am | Breakfast |
| 9:45 am | Vans to Kailash (behind dorms) |
| 10–11:15 am | Mahamrityunjaya Japa at Kailash with Nina |
| 11:15 am | Announcements |
| 11:40 am | Van leaves for LOTUS |
| 11:45–12:30 pm | Hanuman & Shiva Puja with Hanuman Chalisa |
| 12–12:30 pm | Silent Meditation |
| 12:45–1:30 pm | Lunch |
| 2–3 pm | Arjun’s Rhythmic Sound Journey |
| 3–5 pm | Program with Krishna Das |
| 5:30–6:15 pm | Supper |
| 7:30–10:15 pm | Kirtan Concert with Krishna Das |
Sunday |
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| 5:30 am | Silent Sun/Moon Darshan (Gate opens at 5:15) |
| 6–6:45 am | Guided Meditation |
| 6–6:45 am | Integral Yoga Meditation |
| 7–8:30 am |
– Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 1 – Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 2 – Sun/Moon Hatha – Gentle Chair Yoga |
| 8–9:45 am | Breakfast |
| 10–11:15 am | Walking the Path Wherever You Are: Q and A with Swami Karunananda |
| 11:45 am | Van leaves for LOTUS |
| 12–12:30 pm | Silent Meditation |
| 12:45–1:30 pm | Lunch |
| 2–3 pm | Hanuman Chalisa with Nina Rao & Friends |
| 3–5 pm | Program and Kirtan with Krishna Das |
| 5:30–6:30 pm | Somatic Movement & Dance Experience with Amie |
| 6–6:30 pm | Yoga Nidra or Integral Yoga Meditation |
| 6–7:20 pm | Supper |
| 7:30–9:30 pm | Concert with Krishna Das |
| 10:30 pm | Lights out in dorms |
Monday |
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| 6–6:45 am | Guided Meditation |
| 6–7 am | Integral Yoga Meditation |
| 7–8:30 am |
– Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 1 – Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 2 – Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 3 |
| 8–8:30 am | Chidambaram Puja |
| 8–9:30 am | Breakfast |
| 9:45–11:45 am | Program and Kirtan with Krishna Das |
| 12–12:30 pm | Meditation |
| 12:45–1:30 pm | Lunch |
| 2:00 pm | Check-Out |
Presenter
Krishna Das has been called Yoga’s “rock star,” layering traditional kirtan with instantly accessible melodies and modern instrumentation. With a remarkably soulful voice that touches the deepest chord in even the most casual listener, Krishna Das—known to friends, family, and fans simply as KD—has taken the call-and-response chanting out of Yoga centers and into concert…
Learn more about Krishna Das