Yoga

Discuss yoga-related topics over authentic chai-tea and snacks. Led by CSC’s Ashtanga Yoga Program Manager, John Bultman. All are welcome. No physical practice required.

In this class, the instructor leads participants through the entire ashtanga primary series, pairing movement with in- and out-breath to the traditional Sanskrit-counted vinyasa. The aim is for participants to flow through the poses and breathe together in a moving group meditation.

Starting March 24, 2025. The Active Series was developed by Sharath Jois and first introduced at the Contemplative Sciences Center at the University of Virginia to make the profound benefits of Ashtanga Yoga available to a much wider audience, regardless of age or ability. The Contemplative Sciences Center’s Yoga Program Manager, John Bultman, one of approximately 27 Ashtanga Yoga teachers in the world Certified by Sharath Jois, will lead instruction in this new series on Monday through Thursday at the Contemplative Commons at 9-10am and again at 5-6pm. These classes are open to all.

Join us for Evening Yoga Mix, a 6-week yoga drop-in series beginning March 24, 2025. No need to attend all classes. Join as many, or as few, as often as you like. These classes are designed to calm the nervous system and support deep relaxation. All are open to the general public.

UVA Rec and the Contemplative Sciences Center are partnering to offer students a retreat under the sun and stars at the Big Meadows campground in Shenandoah National Park. Come experience the awe of the morning and night skies. The retreat includes star-watching, a hike, and morning yoga practice. Transportation will be provided.

Mysore-style classes provide students the opportunity to expand their experience and knowledge through individualized instruction and allow for traditional ashtanga yoga sequences to be modified to suit individual needs. This is a great class for beginners and those looking to deepen their relationship with yoga and establish a regular, personalized, and sustainable practice.

We’re pleased to be able to provide these recordings of our series Practice and Process: Conversations With Yoga Teachers - Q&A in 2020. These Q&A conversations feature select yoga teachers from around the world moderated by CSC’s Ashtanga Yoga Program Manager John Bultman.

The Contemplative Sciences Center (CSC) and UVA REC are partnering to offer a weekend retreat at Shenandoah National Park's Big Meadows campground. Join this student refuge that combines the awe of the night sky with contemplative experiences for star gazing and a morning yoga practice. Transportation, dinner, breakfast, and lunchtime snacks are provided.  If needed, a sleeping bag, sleeping pad, tent, and headlamp will be provided. Fee: $30.