Join Anjali for a workshop on Bhakti Immersion!
Bhakti as a practice of devotion, as a movement of disruption sparked individual and collective transformation. Bhakti ignited spontaneous, fiery, radical uprisings against caste oppression, patriarchal norms and colonialism. Yet, Bhakti is not just a monolithic practice, it encompasses diverse traditions, belief systems, religions and identities. In this practice oriented immersion, we will cultivate critical insight into the co-optation of bhakti into ethno-nationalist idealogies, reflect on how we can practice in an authentic way and be inspired to integrate the sacred in our every day lives.
This session will have asana, chanting and journaling prompts.
Please bring:
A yoga mat/blanket
Comfortable clothing
An open heart
Dates/Times:
Saturday, May 3rd
12:30pm - 4:30pm PST
In-person + Livestream
For livestream participation:
Please note, if you sign up for the livestream format you will be zooming into the in-person event. A TA will track your comments and questions in Zoom and relay them to Anjali.
Investment
$60
To request equity pricing, contact connect@thebymc.com
Fragrance Notice
Our studio is a fragrance-free zone. Please avoid wearing or using scented products at the studio. Natural and synthetic scents such as essential oils and scented personal care products, laundry detergents, and perfumes cause debilitating symptoms for some of our community members. Thank you for being a part of creating a more accessible space.
COVID Safety
There are no requirements for this series. Masking is optional and we ask that you stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of illness.
About Anjali Rao (she/her)
Anjali Rao is a yoga educator-practitioner offering insight into the Yoga stories and histories that have been obscured by heteropatriarchy, and colonization. Her work deconstructs the dynamics of power in yoga with multi disciplinary approach. She is currently enrolled in a PhD in Philosophy and Religion, with an emphasis on gender studies. She is an Indian American immigrant, a cancer survivor, and is on the faculty of many continuing education yoga programs. She is the host of The Love of Yoga podcast, and shares thought provoking conversations with yoga scholars and activists on the frontlines of liberatory movements. Her first book on Yoga history deconstructing caste, gender and religion is out in Fall 2025.
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