60-Hour Arkaya Foundations for Life
AWAKEN TO YOUR HIGHEST POTENTIAL: A self-paced, online program for those who want to awaken within themselves the deeper dimensions of classical yoga and traditional tantra.
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Through this self-paced, online program, plant seeds of harmony within and around you with:
🌱 30 hours (20 x 90 minute videos) of Arkaya Yoga practice & meditation sessions
🌱 Access to pre-recorded community classes with class discussion and Arkaya Yoga practice
🌱 LIVE Evolutionary Circles for connection, emotional healing, and a Q&A period with Arkaya community members
🌱 a 20-hour self-directed practicum*
- 10 hours of sharing practices with loved ones
- 10 hours of seva (community service)
🌱 course material which includes theory, assignments, practices, and contemplations
*Certificate of Completion given only upon completion of the practicum
↠TRANSFORMATION↞
Transform from the inside out and shift your life for the better.
↠AWARENESS↞
Cultivate awareness and tap into Love through your inner practices that realign the body, emotions, and mind with the universal consciousness.
↠HARMONY↞
Create your own personal practice and create harmony within & in all your relationships.
PLEASE NOTE: This program is part of Module 1 of the Online 500-Hour Arkaya Awareness Teacher Training. If you decide to enroll in the teacher training, your tuition from this program will be deducted from the total for the teacher training. To find out more about the full teacher training program, click here.
Program Outline
✷ 10 ARKAYA PRACTICE SESSIONS + 10 MEDITATIONS, THEORY, AND TALKS
You will gain access to total of 20 x 90 minute videos of Arkaya Yoga practice & meditation sessions along with course material: theory, assignments, practices, contemplations as well as mantra recordings with Yogacharini Maitreyi to practice along with or listen to for meditative and healing purposes - total of 30 hours via Teachable platform.
✷ 3 ARKAYA COMMUNITY CLASSES
Pre-recorded classes to show how you can share what you learn in practice sessions with friends and/or family (2 hours/each) - for a total of 6 hours.
✷ LIVE EVOLUTIONARY CIRCLES - ONCE EVERY MONTH
A 90 min healing circle to be immersed in a loving, accepting energy to allow solutions for life to organically arise. The processes allow for an integrated approach to life in a dance between right & left brain, body, emotions & mind, and universal consciousness. This sets the tone for how we relate from a place of vulnerability & authenticity in the Arkaya global community. An opportunity to connect as well as Q&A. Attending a minimum of 4 sessions is required for completion of the program.
✷ EXPERIENTIAL PRACTICUM HOURS
We recommend you complete the 20-hour experiential practicum within 3 months. However, you are welcome to go at any pace that suits you. If you do not wish to receive the certificate of completion, you will not be required to complete the practicum.
You will be asked to fulfill the following to graduate from this program:
- 10 hours of sharing simple practices and tools with family members. (e.g. facilitating short segments of 20 mins on the mat or on a chair)
- 10 hours of seva (selfless service / volunteering) (e.g a small fundraiser for Arkaya Foundation)
(Any questions can be addressed in the Live Evolutionary Circles).
Once all elements have been completed, you will receive a certificate for the course. THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO PARTICIPANTS OF ALL LEVELS. THE PRACTICES ARE BOTH GENTLE AND DEEP AND WILL HELP YOU ABSORB THE YOGA LIFE.
Is This Program for You?
This program is ideal if:
- You want to live with more ease and possibility.
- You're seeking a deeper, embodied understanding of Yoga and Tantra—beyond the physical, toward self-realization and conscious living.
- You’re a teacher (new or experienced) seeking a more integrated and holistic approach.
- You're curious about becoming an Arkaya Tantra Yoga teacher or healer, beginning with self-awareness.
- You value authentic Tantra—not overindulgence, but heart-centered refinement of self.
Curriculum
- Welcome & Orientation + Zoom Link & Schedule for Monthly Evolutionary Circle (116:10)
- Summary of Manthras & Key Definitions for Entire Program
- Segment 1: On the Mat - Cultivating Inner Listening Skills (101:56)
- Segment 2: Meditation & Discussion - Reparenting Ourselves (90:34)
- Segment 3: On the Mat - Introduction to Proper Breathing (98:39)
- Segment 4: Meditation & Discussion - Communication Coherence between the Conscious, Unconscious & Superconscious mind (88:49)
- Segment 5: On the Mat - Diaphragmatic Awareness (99:10)
- Segment 6: Meditation & Discussion - Stress Management (89:37)
- Segment 7: On the Mat - Yogic Practices for Releasing Stress (94:50)
- Live Group Q&A Video - July 12, 2020 (93:08)
- Segment 8: Meditation & Discussion - Yogic Perspective on Stress (95:53)
- Segment 9: On the Mat - Releasing the Backlog of Emotions (98:02)
- Segment 10: Meditation & Discussion - Pancha Kosha & Jyothi Kriya (102:26)
- Segment 11: On the Mat - Sitting Postures & Arkaya Foundational Sequence (91:37)
- Segment 12: Meditation & Discussion - Yama, Niyama & Root Awareness Practices (97:18)
- Segment 13: On the Mat - Standing Postures & Surya Namaskar (92:57)
- Segment 14: Meditation & Discussion - Yama & Niyama Overview (88:59)
- Segment 15: On the Mat - Neck & Leg Lifts (96:52)
- Segment 16: Meditation & Discussion - Pranayama Meditation (101:48)
- Segment 17: On the Mat - Full Arkaya practice session (94:36)
- Segment 18: Discussion & Meditation - Recap of Key Concepts (89:53)
- Segment 19: On the Mat - Gnyana Yoga Kriya to Clear Oneself & Personal Space (102:38)
- Segment 20: Discussion & Meditation - Sakshi Bhava Meditation (compassionate self-observation) (93:11)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A 1 - July 2020 (93:08)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A 2 - August 2020 (102:58)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A 3 - Sept. 2020 (111:08)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A 4 - Oct. 2020 (98:45)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A 5 - Nov. 2020 (92:52)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A 6 - Feb. 2021 (104:14)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - March 2021 (94:07)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - April 2021 (73:01)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - May 2021 (84:52)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - June 2021 (102:37)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - July 2021 (99:26)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - August 2021 (81:17)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - September 2021 (89:57)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - October 2021 (79:10)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - November 2021 (90:12)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - January 2022 (72:56)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - February 2022 (95:36)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - March 2022 (100:48)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - April 2022 (100:29)
- Foundations Circle / Live Q&A - May 2022 (105:13)
- Evolutionary Circle + Notes - September 2022 (73:42)
- Evolutionary Circle + Notes - October 2022 (88:50)
- Evolutionary Circle + Notes - November 2022 (97:11)
- Evolutionary Circle - January 2023 (93:55)
- Evolutionary Circle - February 2023 (89:10)
- Evolutionary Circle - May 2023 (87:09)
- Evolutionary Circle - June 2023 (63:46)
- Evolutionary Circle - July 2023 (99:02)
- Evolutionary Circle - September 2023 (59:18)
- Evolutionary Circle - October 2023 (83:11)
- Evolutionary Circle - November 2023 (103:56)
- Evolutionary Circle - January 2024 (80:12)
- Evolutionary Circle - February 2024
- Evolutionary Circle - March 2024 - Significance of Holi + Mudras (83:20)
- Evolutionary Circle - April 2024 - Discerning forms of Resistance (88:56)
- Evolutionary Circle - May 2024 - Mudra and Sankalpa for Stability (71:09)
- Evolutionary Circle - June 2024 - Continuing with Stability and Flow (80:39)
- Evolutionary Circle - July 2024 - Embracing Our Full Potential (64:18)
- Evolutionary Circle - September 2024 - Dealing with Stress in And Around Us (85:02)
- Evolutionary Circle - October 2024 - Deepawali, Lack, Lakshmi + Cultural Appropriation (108:03)
- Evolutionary Circle - November 2024 (87:27)
- Evolutionary Circle - January 2025 (85:52)
- Evolutionary Circle - February 2025 (67:10)
- Evolutionary Circle - March 2025 (99:26)
- Evolutionary Circle - April 2025 (96:04)
- Arkaya Community Class: Sara Deheir Teaching on May 29, 2021 (119:24)
- Arkaya Community Class: Sasha teaching on Sept. 4, 2021 (Root & Sacral focus) (120:40)
- Arkaya Community Class: Ross Mckeachie Teaching on Oct. 09, 2021 (heart opening/Navratri) (123:24)
- Arkaya Community Class: Kiana teaching on March 26, 2022 (Cult of Normalcy/Ganesh Mantra for Steadfastness & Stability) (124:15)
- Arkaya Community Class: Roshini teaching on April 2, 2022 (Song of the Breath) (122:07)
FAQ
Q: When does the course start and finish?
A: This is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish to a maximum of one year. After one year, you can choose to extend the course for 50% of the regular rate by emailing us at [email protected]. If you want certification and want to get more out of the course, then it is good to be present for the live Q and A as well as follow the structure.
This course will be available to you for one year. If you have not completed within that time frame, you can renew the Foundations for Life program for another year at 50% off the regular investment.
Since it is sliding scale, you can decide which tier you'd like to pay 50% of.
Just email us at [email protected] and let us know you would like to renew the course.
The options are as follows:
1. $640 - 50% = $320
2. $888 - 50% = $444
3. $1,008 - 50% = $504
Q: What is required of me in order to successfully complete this program?
A: Please view the course description at the top of the page. Since this course is done at your own pace, there are no formal requirements if you do not wish to pursue completion with a certificate. Many people may be content simply to learn and grow without the discipline required for formal completion. However, if you would like to receive certification from Arkaya Awareness Centre, the following are the requirements: A) A willingness to cultivate your capacity for self-reflection and honest self-awareness; B) Timely completion of all assignments & outlined course requirements; C) Attendance at a minimum of 4 live monthly evolutionary circles on Zoom (last Thursday of every month from 5:30 to 7:00 PM PST). If you are unable to attend there is an option to watch the recordings with special permission.
Q: What if I am unhappy with the course?
A: If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us within the first 10 days of purchase/enrollment and we will give you a full refund.
About The Teacher
Yogacharini Maitreyi is a practical Mystic and the founder of Arkaya Awareness Center and Arkaya Foundation - Arkaya. She has been immersed in the yogic life since her early childhood in India, where she has received the titles Yoga Chemmal (expert), Yoga Shiromani (gem), and Yoga Acharini (guide). Her heart sings to see lives blossom into consciousness. She has been teaching the deeper dimensions holistic Yoga and Tantra in India and across the world for over 26 years. In 2007, Maitreyi was one of the youngest people to be invited onto the board of the World Yoga Council in Europe. She has published more than 100 articles and poems in Indian and international publications and was formerly the weekly Yoga columnist for The Hindu, South India’s largest news daily.
She has taught a wide variety of people, from Buddhist monks in Sri Lanka, prisoners in Sweden, an all Islamic group in Bangladesh, yoga teachers in Vancouver to children and CEOs in India and internationally. She brings a calm and lightness to the teachings & classes and encourages people to tap into play.
The Arkaya school is now fully online and Maitreyi leads a number of drop-in and intensive programs, including a 500-hour self-awareness and healing teacher training accessible to people worldwide. This is a self awareness and self discovery program, spread over 2 years for better assimilation. She also facilitates teacher trainings in India.
To learn more and join, visit: www.arkaya.net