SYF Yoga Blog • Consciousness Evolving at Sedona Yoga Festival

Ayurveda — The Big Bang of Medicine

SYF2023 presenter Judyth Shamosh considers the ancient Indian science of Ayurveda to be the origin on modern medicine. Read on for why!

Nature Beyond Threads: Artful Designs Inspired by Nature’s Beauty

Nature Beyond Threads is a clothing company inspired by the outdoors. Experience the calming effects of nature every time you put them on!

Vista Celestial: Beauty, Spirituality and Simplicity

Be entered to win a vacation to the stunning simplicity at Costa Rica’s premiere wellness resort, Vista Celestial, by joining us at SYF2023!

The New Paradigm in Healing Body-Mind-Spirit and Planet

SYF2023 presenter Dr. Keneen Hope McNiven D.C. uses therapeutic practices to help people facilitate their own healing, and deep inner awakening.

Using Polyvagal Theory to Attune to Your Nervous System

SYF presenter Nina Bratcher shares how Polyvagal Theory, informs how to attune to our nervous system. Learn more in person at SY2023!

A One-of-a-Kind Holistic Experience in the Heart of the Mayan Riviera

Win a 3-night vacation in an oceanfront king suite at Mexico’s award-winning wellness & spa resort! Learn more here: bit.ly/PalmaiaGiveaway

6 Ways to Fall in Love with Your Yoga Practice

SYF2023 presenter Nancy Gerstein shares how to fall — and stay — in love with your practice. Hint: make it yours.

Spiritual People Launches with a Mission to Bring Communities Together to Thrive

Spiritual People, a new wellness community-building app, is rolling out some very special features and experiences for SYF2023 attendees.

4 Yoga Poses for Opening the Heart Center

SYF2023 presenter Toni Ferrarie shares beginner-friendly heart opening poses to breathe into the heart center.

Inspiration Through Mindful Chair Yoga

SYF2023 presenters Jeanne & John Adams share the benefits of practicing chair yoga — an accessible practice open to all.

The Power of Functional Movement & Partner Yoga

SYF2023 presenter Cheryl Brenman will be leading classes that showcase both partner yoga and functional movement. Explore with her in April!

An Ode to the Practice from Rani Chaves

An Ode to the Practice by SYF2023 presenter Rani Chaves The path of yoga is to live yoga and not just "do" yoga. It is to move into each day as a living meditation. Not defined by our body, titles,...

The Ancient Roots of Surya Namaskar

SYF2023 presenter Grant Ifflander shares why the common practice of Surya Namaskar — ubiquitous in an asana class — is a sacred offering.

Acharya Shunya’s Short Balance Meditation for the Equinox

Enjoy this beautiful and simple balancing practice from SYF2023 presenter Acharya Shunya! Happy equinox, family.

Slow Down and Surrender with Yin Yoga

SYF2023 presenter Jo Kirsch shares why yin yoga can be the perfect antidote to our hurried and overworked world.

10 Years of SYF with Crisanto Santa Ana & Alan Alcid

We’re checking in with vanguard presenters in celebration of 10 years of SYF this April 27–30. Tickets on sale now!

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10 Years of SYF with Hemalayaa Behl

Hemalayaa Behl is a renowned speaker and mentor, who has long shared her gifts with our community. Here, she looks back at a decade of SYF.

More Not-To-Miss Booths at the 2022 Conscious Expo

The SYF Conscious Expo / Vendor Village is open to the public, and a great way to get a taste of the best mindful businesses in Sedona.

Manoj Chalam: Telling Stories Behind the Practice to Reveal Inner Truths

Telling stories is Manoj Chalam’s calling. He started importing Hindu statues to the U.S. 21 years ago, and it wasn’t long before the job morphed into one that would end up defining his life. Manoj...