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Where can one find reputable teachers, workshops, or online resources for Sama Yoga?
Tuning into Sama Yoga feels a bit like stumbling into a family reunion of the heart—devotional music and singing become the thread that weaves everyone together. Plenty of paths lead to reputable teachers, workshops and online hubs:
• Well-Known Teachers & Online Schools
– Krishna Das (kedarnath.org): immersive courses and regular livestream kirtans.
– Snatam Kaur’s Mantra & Yoga Academy: beautifully crafted modules on sacred chant.
– Deva Premal & Miten’s Mantra School: self-paced videos that really hit the right notes.
– Jai Uttal’s Golden Bridge: blends bhakti and world music traditions.
– Wah! (SLR School): electrifying mantra sessions perfect for ringing in new energy.
• Retreats & Festivals
– Bhakti Fest (USA/India): next gathering slated for October 2025 in Joshua Tree—think sunrise kirtan under desert skies.
– Wanderlust (global): yoga, meditation and live kirtan co-create that festival vibe.
– Sivananda Ashrams (worldwide): daily devotional music in a classic ashram setting.
– 3HO Kundalini Yoga Trainings: kirtan deeply woven into teacher‐training syllabi.
• Online Platforms & Communities
– MantraAcademy.org: bite-sized lessons, community playlists and live calls.
– Insight Timer: hundreds of free mantra chants and live kirtans daily.
– Yoga International: on-demand workshops with leading devotional musicians.
– Facebook & Meetup groups (“Global Mantra Circle,” “Local Kirtan Crew”): perfect for finding a neighborhood sangha.
• Ashrams & Temples
– ISKCON centers: daily kirtans, often open to newcomers with warm hospitality.
– Art of Living centers: regular chant evenings led by certified instructors.
– Yoga Vidya (Europe): blends Sufi, Bhakti and Tantra music in weekend intensives.
In the age of Spotify’s new “Global Mantras” podcast or YouTube’s live kirtan marathons, striking a chord has never been easier. Dive in, hit the play button—or better yet, raise your voice in a circle of fellow seekers—and let Sama Yoga carry the tune.