Vedic Meditation

Teaching meditation in the west as a white presenting person with mixed lineage for me begins with acknowledging the harm that has been caused by the appropriation of yoga practices as a whole. The history and lineage of yoga is one that is rooted in Indian and South Asian cultures. And I recognize that I am inherently disconnected from the origin of this practice. My intention is to maintain the purity of these teachings and practice of meditation so that it may potentially help others while simultaneously honoring its roots, and creating as little harm as possible. I also believe in sustainability, which is why 25% of profits from all meditation teaching is directed towards land regeneration in India through Navdanya as well as Ramana’s Garden, an orphanage and school in Rishikesh, India.

Vedic meditation is an effortless, eyes closed technique practiced for 20 minutes, twice a day.

By effortlessly bringing into awareness a primordial sound (also known as a mantra) the mind naturally begins to settle into a state of deep, wakeful rest. It is this restful state that allows for the body to diminish stress, expand capacity for discernment and increase overall states of being.

The word Vedic is derived from the Sanskrit word Veda, which means knowledge.

The Vedas are the ancient Indian body of knowledge that began to be recorded over 5,000 years old. It is the source of Ayurvedic medicine, acupuncture, yoga, and Indian philosophy, passed down through thousands of years of oral transmission from teachers in the Shankaracharya lineage of India. It is most recently attributed to Swami Brahmananda Saraswati as well as Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.

Although this practice has been passed down through a lineage of Vedic Masters, it is not monastic in practice, meaning that there’s no need to meditate for long periods of time to receive the benefits. It is a stress-relieving tool designed for "householders," or individuals with active minds, lives, and relationships.

With consistency of practice, students have experienced

  • greater equanimity and adaptability as you strengthen the ability for discernment.

  • refined concentration, focus, and memory skills as you clear stress from all five senses.

  • decrease in stress disorders such as heart disease, insomnia, headaches and migraines.

  • lowered stress, anxiety, and fatigue so you can experience greater performance, creativity and mental cognitions.

  • stronger relationships and parenting as you begin to experience a greater sense of self.

  • strengthened immunity, reduced cholesterol, and normalized blood pressure as cellular health is restored

Want to learn more?

Attend a free online Information Session or schedule a 20 min call.

It’s an informal opportunity to connect, learn how Vedic Meditation dissolves stress and helps to support overall well-being, as well as get your questions answered.

The course can be taken in a group setting or set up individually after attending an information session or call. Contact me for more information.

The course is presented in four 75-minute modules.

  • Session 1

    Personal Mantra/Basic Technique (in person)

  • Session 2

    Meditation and the Mind (in person/online)

  • Session 3

    Meditation and the Body (in person/online)

  • Session 4

    Cultivating Practice/Collective Care (in person/online)

Find a course and register here

Your one-time payment for the course provides follow-up and support as well as access to group meditations and refresher courses where you can attend all sessions to refresh and deepen your practice.

Alchemy Collective offers a tiered pricing for course rates as well as reduced fees and scholarships for BIPOC, queer and transgender folx, as well as survivors of suicide. There are also payment plans available for anyone who requests.

Tiered contribution is an equitable exchange that also nurtures a commitment to the practice. That being said, money should not be a barrier to learning meditation. To make this course available to everyone regardless of financial status, I offer monthly payment plans or welcome hours of community service (20 hrs.) performed in lieu of financial contribution. Student, artist, senior and veteran rates are also available in addition to reduced rates/scholarships for BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and survivors of suicide.

Kindly pick the tier that best suits your financial ability or privilege. The highest tier is reserved for those who are privileged enough to pay for it. Monthly payment plans available. 

Course fees

  • 20 hrs. of volunteer service (please present letter from qualified 501(c)3 organization) - Free

  • $475 subsidized rate (full-time student, retirees)

  • $500 Artist Rate (creatives and entrepreneurs)

  • $600 Course rate

  • $750 patron course rate (pays for one person as well as contribution for scholarship for others)

Scholarships

There are a limited number of scholarships per year based on inquiry. All are welcome to inquire, allocation is based on need. If you feel you are experiencing financial strain and want to learn, please feel free to contact and discuss options.

Children ages 4-10 may learn for free, with the accompaniment of a parent who’s been practicing for at least a year. Individuals directly affected by suicide (partners, spouses, or family members) and veterans may learn for free, as well.