Portland Diamond Buddhism and Yoga is an informal group of intelligent and caring people interested in studying and practicing Buddhism and Yoga. We study courses and discuss every topic of Buddhist and Yogic philosophy from meditation to asana, developing compassion to Buddhist logic, Tibetan language to ancient trainings in wisdom. More info and downloads at: PDXDiamond.com

This group was started by students at The Movement Center to welcome anyone who wants to begin a meditation practice or to have a regular place to come for meditation. Our Monday night program includes satsang, chanting and guided meditation...and you're welcome to join us for dinner. You can also attend an optional community yoga class before meditation. It's helpful in preparing to sit.

Wednesday night is yoga night at Catalyst Chiropractic and Rehab! Our goal is to build a community of new and experienced yoga enthusiasts that are looking for a supportive environment to practice yoga. Most of our class members are patients of our clinic but we are now encouraging all to join us in our yoga practice. We offer the most affordable classes that you will find in our area so that yoga is accessible to everyone.   Here are a few benefits of Wednesday night yoga at Catalyst: Personal …

A fun and transformational class on pranayama and mantra the way I was taught in the Himalayan mountains of India. Learn potent breathing and mantra techniques you can apply to your regular yoga practice, or stand-alone practices to bring more wellness, mental clarity, peace, and joy to your daily life. We'll end with a little bit of joyous call-and-response chanting - open your mouth and open your heart!

Join us on the 1st Sunday of the month at Believe Movement Studio, 728 NE Dekum, from 6 - 8 pm for a night of yoga movies, snacks, & community hosted by Jean-Pierre. We’ll be showing educational and uplifting flicks of interest to yoga teachers, students, and anyone interested in taking a look at human potential in an entertaining way. I make raw, vegan, organic snacks and request a $5-$10 donation to cover expenses; extra is donated to rotating local charities. If you’d like to get in on the fu …

As a holistic health and nutrition counselor, certified hypnotherapist / meditation trainer, and yoga/dance instructor, I've seen how people get so caught up with illness, poor nutrition and unhealthy lifestyle that they don't really have a chance at a healthy life. It's my personal goal to change that. Some of our meetings will be via Skype on the computer or via teleconference, so people who live in other areas can also participate. I'll also share any of my professional talks and workshops wi …

Chanting Sanskrit Mantra is an ancient practice that goes back to time immemorial. Sanskrit Mantra is practiced by Buddhists, Hindus, Jainists, Sikhs and people of all faiths all across the planet. It is not a religion, but like meditation can be adapted to one's own practice whatever your beliefs may be. This ancient practice leads us to that place within; that heals all, calms every worry, and fills us with that Divine love we all search for. There is nothing to believe, no dogma, no person t …

This group has a wide array of opportunities to explore ways to enhance our wellness and soulfulness in our lives. I began this group to help others feel better, make the soulful journey back to their spiritual core, experience joy and connectedness, and foster community. The group's activities will help serve people who are seeking to develop their body, mind, spirit, soul, and heart through a variety of modalities, including yoga, meditation, sound healing, shamansim, Reiki, creativity, nature …

I am a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher as well as a Singer/Songwriter. My intention is to share the healing capacity of the singing voice. At a "Liberation Through Voice" session, individuals and groups free up the voice, utilizing mantra, raga, breath-work, world-song, and improvisation....and of course, yoga. You can also stay in tune for my Portland area Kundalini Yoga classes!

This group is for people who are curious about TaKeTiNa, or who have already experienced it and want to dive deeper into rhythm as a tool for personal and social evolution. TaKeTiNa is a full-body, full-mind experience. It is simultaneously challenging and safe, and creates an atmosphere of no praise and no blame. No previous movement or music experience is necessary, and no drums are required. Participants come from a diverse array of backgrounds, ages, and interests. As you relax into learning …

Join this free weekly meeting if you would like to learn about and practice meditation on the Light and Sound. This is a silent meditation, with the initial goal of raising above body consciousness.

Vinyasa Krama Yoga is a group about building a personal yoga practice, and practicing with others the traditional style of Vinyasa Krama yoga , which incorporaties asana, pranayama and meditation techniques. This is Vinyasa as taught by Sri Krishnamacharya who is widely regarded as the father of modern yoga.

You are invited to attend Bansi's meditation and satsang events in Portland and and Southern Oregon. Her satsangs will explore questions that have the potential to uproot you from your dream of separation. Please visit her website at http://www.BansiSong.org for further information. Dare for just one moment to experience the emptiness that you are! A small donation is suggested.

This group is designed for people interested in forming a community around the teachings of Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnu-devananda (one of his disciples who brought the teachings of yoga to the West). We will try to offer a full range of activities including asana classes, meditation, pranayama (breathing exercise) classes, lectures on the classical teachings of yoga, and satsangs (uplifting programs that incorporate meditation, chanting, and lecture). Through our connections with the …

Yoga Core Body- Is a beginner/intermediate 60 minute yoga class designed for those with yoga experience (although not required). During classes, students will continue to learn how to move safely in and out of asanas (poses) with correct technique as they build their knowledge base of more challenging asanas. On occasion, classes may have a martial arts infusion to them to add moves that incorporate balance in motion. These classes also include a continued focus on overall strength building, cor …

This group is a new offering at HeartSong Yoga and Wellness Center in Beaverton. It is an opportunity to receive brief meditation instruction and to sit with a group for quiet reflection and meditation. Some walking meditation will also be explored. Anyone is welcome. While brief instruction will be offered for those newer to meditation, individuals are welcome to use whatever techniques they choose. The intent is simply to create community by sitting together. Chairs and yoga props available …