Amplify Voices of the Global Majority The Roots of Yoga

About The Series

We are excited to introduce the third summit in our online Amplify Series, focusing on the Roots of Yoga. 

Throughout history, voices of the Global Majority––Black, Indigenous, and People of Color––have been at the forefront of breaking down barriers of systemic issues that affect both the planet and humanity while ushering in radical change, whether that has been bringing yoga to the West or fighting for justice on the front lines.

Join us for a transformative journey where we passionately embrace the theme "The Roots of Yoga" with a dedicated focus on centering South Asian voices in exploring the profound evolution of yoga in the West. Our carefully curated lineup of presenters ensures a diverse range of perspectives, providing a platform for underrepresented voices to share their wisdom and experiences. 

What To Expect

Through conversations, interactive sessions, embodied practices, and more, we will:

• Explore the historical and cultural roots of yoga, and the sacred traditions of South Asia.
• Bridge the gap between the origins of yoga and its contemporary expressions in the West.
• Address the importance of inclusivity, social justice, and equity within the yoga community.
• Understand how yoga can be a powerful tool for positive change and collective well-being.
• Honor the past and present as we look ahead to the future of yoga in the Western world. 
• Recognize the interconnectedness of yoga with broader social and cultural issues.

This week-long online experience offers a holistic and immersive experience and invites you to be part of a groundbreaking exploration that goes beyond the physical postures of yoga and connect with the heart and soul of this ancient practice. Together, let us honor the roots of yoga—celebrating its diversity, unity, and transformative power in the West and beyond. 

NOTE Kripalu is delivering this livestream experience through a third party platform. When you purchase this program, you will be sent to union.fit and asked to create an account to complete your purchase and receive further details on accessing the program. All sales are final. All recordings will be available within 72 hours of the end of each session. You will have access to the video recording for 30 days after the program ends. Folks will have access to these programs as a part of the Kripalu Online Studio on demand library for one year. 

About Amplify's Host and Artist-in-Residence

Host Kaveri Barros is an Ayurvedic Health Counselor in Kripalu's Healing Arts Department. Kaveri has a unique and diverse cultural and professional background which drives her passion to help others. Rooted in her Indian heritage, she shares holistic and Vedic wisdom to enrich people's well-being.

Artist-in-Residence Chetna Mehta will weave the creation of a digital piece of art that represents the essence of the material presented in the Amplify series. She invites the Amplify community to join her along the journey as she shares her progress and guides you to engage with the subject matter. With faith that her human experience is not hers alone, Chetna creates digital illustrations and prints that embolden themes of interdependence, diversity, fierce compassion, and liberation. 

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