Yoga Meditation

Yoga Meditation is a simple technique that uses meditation sound to calm the mind, relieve anxiety, and uncover our eternal identity and natural fulfillment within. We are eternal spirit souls temporarily in the finite material world. We are not our body or our mind — these are limited, temporary, material coverings. Because our essence is spirit (eternal and limitless in nature), we cannot find satisfaction in matter (temporary and limited in nature), such as through the body, the mind, or things, situations, or relationships in this world. It is our nature to be happy and to seek pleasure; but because our essence is unlimited and eternal, if we seek pleasure and happiness in limited, temporary matter, we will always be frustrated and unfulfilled. This can lead to anxiety, depression, anger, and many other symptoms of lack of fulfillment. When we identify with the body or the mind as ourselves, we can feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and even controlled by them. The practice of Yoga Meditation frees us from identifying with the body and mind, allows us to bring them under our control, and enables us to experience actual satisfaction by linking up with the eternal, infinite realm through the transcendental sound of mantra. The process of Yoga Meditation is one of self-discovery — that is, uncovering what is already there within us. We already have what we need. We just need to uncover it.

Here is a video/audio introduction to Yoga Meditation: What is Yoga Meditation?

Audio Classes: Below are classes on the three techniques of yoga meditation that we teach. You can do these on your own to start learning and practicing meditation if you are not able to come in person. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Meditation to Relax the Mind (using breathing with meditation sound): click here
Japa Meditation (a daily practice using beads): click here
Kirtan (meditation with music): click here

We offer Meditation classes in Northwest Austin (at the Yoga Meditation Group) and in South Austin at two locations. See our class listings below with locations noted.

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DEEP PEACE MEDITATION
Thursdays 7:00-8:00pm
Experience the deeply calming effects of Yoga Meditation in a relaxing atmosphere. For both new and continuing students. What you learn in this class you can start practicing on your own. (For more detailed instructions on establishing your own meditation practice, our monthly Yoga Meditation Workshop class is a good class to take at some point. We also have a recordings of a two part class called Meditation Instruction (Parts I and II) — see audio links below.)

Location: Yoga Meditation Group, 13740 Research Blvd., Bldg T, Unit 3, Austin, 78750. We are in the Lake Creek Office Park, first building on the right as you drive in from 183.
Cost: No charge. Donations are gratefully accepted!
Bring: An open heart!
RSVP is required: by email, text, or phone.

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YOGA PHILOSOPHY & MEDITATION – Special Topics
Last Tuesday of the month, 7:00-8:30pm
This is a monthly class that focuses on specific topics that relate to meditation and self-realization. The class starts with a simple breathing meditation , followed by kirtan (meditation with music), and then the lecture. All are welcome. No need to bring anything. Dress comfortably. Seating is provided (floor chairs and sofas).

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YOGA PHILOSOPHY & MEDITATION – ongoing class for current meditation students
Sundays 7:00-8:30pm
This is a weekly class for those who want to delve more deeply into yoga philosophy and wisdom. We highly recommend that you take our Monday or Thursday meditation class first to learn the techniques before coming to these classes since we cannot teach the techniques in this class. It is also more conducive to learning yoga philosophy if you are practicing meditation on your own every day.

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CANDLELIGHT KIRTAN MEDITATION
Last Saturday of the month, 7:00-8:00pm
Experience kirtan with candlelight, flowers, and beautiful visuals. Kirtan is when we come together to sing meditation sound with music. Dancing is encouraged too!
No need to bring anything. Dress comfortably. Seating is provided (chairs and cushions), and you can also stand, move, and dance. A vegetarian (vegan and glutenfree) dinner “to go” is provided to take with you afterwards.

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YOGA MEDITATION WORKSHOP: THE PRACTICE AND PURPOSE
We offer a monthly workshop in Yoga Meditation to learn the meditation techniques and to go into more depth about the purpose of the meditation, our identity, the nature of this world, and our position and function. Click here for upcoming dates.

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MANTRA MONDAYS
Mondays 7:00-8:30pm
Hosted by our sister group Mantra Austin and held at The Kirtan Space in south Austin. There is a vegetarian (vegan) dinner at 7pm, followed by breath meditation and kirtan (meditation with music). A class on japa meditation (a daily practice with beads) will be offered afterwards for those would would like to learn.

Location: The Kirtan Space, 209 E Ben White Blvd, #206, Austin, 78704.
Cost: No charge. Donations are gratefully accepted! (Suggested donation for dinner $10)
Bring: An open heart!
RSVP is appreciated: by email, text, or phone.

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TRANSCENDANTAL TUESDAY
1st and 3rd Tuesdays 7:00-8:00pm
Hosted by our sister group Transcendental Room and held at Casa De Luz Village in south Austin. Experience the deeply peaceful effects of yoga meditation with breathing and kirtan (meditation with music).

Location: Serena Room at Casa De Luz Village, 1701 Toomey Rd, Austin, 78704.
Cost: No charge. Donations are gratefully accepted!
Bring: An open heart!
RSVP is appreciated: by email, text, or phone.

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HARMONY FOR THE SOUL
Thursdays 7:00-8:00pm (starting January 30, 2025)
Hosted by our sister group, Mantra Austin, and held at The Kirtan Space in south Austin. Experience the deeply peaceful effects of yoga meditation with breathing and kirtan (meditation with music).

Location: The Kirtan Space, 209 E Ben White Blvd, #206, Austin, 78704.
Cost: No charge. Donations are gratefully accepted!
Bring: An open heart!
RSVP is appreciated: by email, text, or phone.

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FRIDAY NIGHT KIRTAN and ENCHANTED EVENING
Fridays 7:00-8:30pm
Hosted by our sister groups Mantra Austin (1st, 3rd, and 5th Fridays) and Austin Kirtan (2nd and 4th Fridays) and held at The Kirtan Space in south Austin. There is a vegetarian (vegan) dinner at 7pm, followed by breath meditation and kirtan (meditation with music). A class on japa meditation (a daily practice with beads) will be offered afterwards for those would would like to learn.

Location: The Kirtan Space, 209 E Ben White Blvd, #206, Austin, 78704.
Cost: No charge. Donations are gratefully accepted! (Suggested donation for dinner $10)
Bring: An open heart!
RSVP is appreciated: by email, text, or phone.

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SANKIRTAN SATURDAY
Saturdays 8:45-9:45am
Hosted by our sister group, Mantra Austin, and held at The Kirtan Space in south Austin. Kirtan is the singing of meditation sound with others. It clears the mind of tension and anxiety.

Location: The Kirtan Space, 209 E Ben White Blvd, #206, Austin, 78704.
Cost: No charge. Donations are gratefully accepted!
Bring: An open heart!
RSVP is appreciated: by email, text, or phone.

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SADHANA SUNDAY
Sundays 5:00-6:15pm
Hosted by our sister group Austin Kirtan and held at The Kirtan Space in south Austin. You’ll learn the techniques yoga meditation and how to start a daily meditation practice. There is ongoing support every week and a chance to share your meditation experiences.

Location: The Kirtan Space, 209 E Ben White Blvd, #206, Austin, 78704.
Cost: No charge. Donations are gratefully accepted!
Bring: An open heart!
RSVP is appreciated: by email, text, or phone.

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MEDITATION INSTRUCTION I & II
Audio Classes available
This is a two-part instructional class in Yoga Meditation for those who want to go deeper in understanding meditation. You will learn the purpose of meditation, how to meditate on your own on in a daily routine, and how you can apply meditation to your daily life. In the first class, we will also talk about our eternal identity, the nature of this world, and the nature of the body and mind. In the second class, we will review the techniques from the first class, answer any questions you have, and then talk about control, anxiety, and our eternal purpose. You can take this class as often as you like. When this class is given in person, handouts, meditation beads, and a meditation CD are provided for each new student. If you are taking the audio classes on your own and need some of these supplies, please ask!

Meditation Instruction I audio class: click here
Meditation Instruction II* audio class: click here
*Note: We recommend listening to the Part II class after the Part I and after practicing the meditation daily for at least a week on your own.

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Start Meditating Now

If you would like to start your meditation practice right now, here is a simple meditation sound done with breath:

GAURANGA

This is said in three syllables, pronounced [gor] [rung] [gah]. Sit tall and comfortably (in a chair, on a sofa, on the floor, or however you are comfortable). Inhale deeply, hearing the mantra in your mind, and then exhale, saying it out loud, spreading it across your entire exhalation. Your voice can be at whatever pitch is most comfortable for you. Continue at your own pace, keeping the pace and depth of your breath comfortable for you. If you are not used to breathing deeply, it’s okay to stop and breathe normally, and then resume the mantra breathing.

Do this for 5-10 minutes or as long as you want. Keep your mind on the sound, allowing the sound to calm and relax your mind. Don’t worry about the time or the number of breaths you take or any other thoughts. Try to do your meditation away from distractions, like the phone, computer, and other people, so that you can really relax into the sound.

Here is a link to this meditation on our Sound Cloud page: https://soundcloud.com/yogameditationgroup/gauranga-breathing

The best times for meditation are first thing in the morning and before you go to bed at night, but it can be done any time you can find a few quiet moments to relax your mind. You can even “say” the mantra silently in your mind any time you aren’t able to say it out loud (like at work, school, etc.). This gives your mind a gentle, relaxing break in your day.

We hope this is helpful. There are other meditation techniques we can teach you as well. It is usually easier to learn meditation in person and to do it with other people, and getting to know others who are practicing meditation is also helpful as a support system. So please don’t hesitate to contact us for classes, questions, and so on. We have been practicing and teaching meditation for over 50 years and have raised our children with meditation as well. We are very happy to share our experience and knowledge with you. Yoga Meditation changed our lives. We hope it will change yours too! Namaste.

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