We are very proud of the World Yoga Center.  Decades after we opened our doors in 1972, we are still here at our original address.  Only Yoga has been practiced in our beautiful space so the atmosphere here is unusually pristine and serene.

The name of our school, “World Yoga Center,” was inspired by the International World Yoga Symposium held in New Delhi, India, in 1970.  Our name reminds us that the teachings and practices of Yoga reach beyond divisions of East and West, into our core as human beings.  They are compatible with American life and are meant to provide transformational knowledge that radically awakens us to the mystery of life. This underlying vision of Yoga continues to sustain the school.

The History of The World Yoga Center

1972
Having spent years under the tutelage of Swami Satchidananda and many other teachers of the consciousness-raising generation of the seventies, Rudrani opened the school with Hatha classes, meditation courses and retreats in the style of Integral Yoga.  

1974
Swami Muktananda’s teachings transformed the school's curriculum and intention and created a lasting relationship with the energy of the Siddha lineage. 

1976
The World Yoga Center launched its first successful teacher training and continues to train spiritually dedicated teachers known for their comprehensive background and superior abilities. 

2001
The World Yoga Center became an Anusara Yoga school.  Read more about Anusara Yoga.

2002
The World Yoga Center became a Yoga Alliance registered teacher training school. 

2004
Rudrani created a dynamic and creative teaching team with Jackie Prete, Certified Yoga Anusara Instructor. Together, they co-lead the teacher trainings, immersions, workshops and retreats. These programs carry the Shakti at the heart of Yoga.  

World Yoga Center in 2009!
The school is dedicated to the process of self-discovery and awakenment through practices that include asana, meditation, study of the teachings and Kirtans. Our student community evolves together, learning from one another in an atmosphere of friendship and higher purpose. The World Yoga Center is known for its spiritually vibrant atmosphere.