Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre

I really enjoy going here. I am a local resident and started going a month ago. Radha is my teacher for course 1 and you could not ask for a better teacher. She is patient, great at explaining and engaging. Well done Rahda. Amazing!My only slight criticism is some of the teacher are a little less friendly or engaging. I've had one word replies to questions. I've tried to avoid those and have had a real great experience other that that. I've met some really cool people.The yoga is non ego based unlike the vinyasa flow I've been going to and the bhagava Gita this week has been soul lifting. I recommend it. I'm excited for you if you are thinking of joining.

I had paid for a meditation course for myself and other half (4 sessions), had informed them we weren’t able to attend the last class and if we could reschedule it another day. They told me to send an email and they would do what they can. They do not respond to any of the emails nor would they refund for the last class, or any of the sort. The First Lady we had for the course comes off aggressive and rude - we even considered cancelling the entire sessions. The second lady that came from France (I believe), she was very sweet and accommodating. I’m a born Hindu, and we practice a lot of this in my family and culture, this was an experience more for my other half who is not Indian/Hindu. There was something not right with the lady that seems to run the place.

I joined the cooking workshop today. We were a small group of people and our teacher was knowledgeable, friendly and versatile in the preparation of a number of healthy and delicious meals. Looking forward to put the recipes into practice. Thank you!

New to London, I've been going to this centre for a few months now, and it's been a great discovery! One thing you should know before going: the teaching is very traditional. There are also workshops, courses and vegetarian cooking classes.I think the courses are of a very high quality, with experienced teachers, and the place is magnificent, with a charming little garden where you can drink herbal tea.I find the atmosphere in this yoga centre really unique.

Old School Proper Yoga. If anyone is confused about the millions of different brands of yoga then I would really recommend going here to get a really good feel for a simple authentic yoga practice. The first class was free (!) and the welcome was warm and friendly. The place does not hide the fact that Yoga comes out of a Hindu tradition which might put some off who are 'religiously phobic'. Lovely.

Very friendly staff - one feels very relaxed and welcomed at the center. They do not try to sell service but are more focused on imparting info and awareness of the concept of yoga.Open house (which is free) provides very good opportunity for a newbie to get an introduction to the science and practice of yoga. I leaned alot about yoga and mediation in those 4 hours.The schedule of drop-in classes is also very conveniently placed through out the week - easy to workout a schedule even during week days.The center also conducts yoga vacations usually held at scenic places in UK and globally. I really like this unique concept of being on a vacation and at the same time detoxing yr body.

I attended a class at this place a few years ago. The class was good but one of the instructors after the class was extremely uptight and aggressive because I wore shorts instead of long pants which covered my legs. This place has a “cult feeling” with all it’s unwritten rules and practices. Additionally I have been reading stories about abuse at Sivananda yoga centres on the BBC which is worrying.

I did the Yoga Teacher Training at the Sivananda Centre over 10 years ago and attended many classes and Fridays eve Pujas and meditation and always had beautiful, enriching and inspiring experiences every time. A truly gem and a peaceful environment in the chaos of urban life.

A beautiful place to practise yoga with dedicated, knowledgeable and inspiring teachers. Rooms are spacious and clean. Classes are 90 minutes and include breathing exercises, asanas and relaxation. The centre also offers workshops, cooking classes and retreats.There are classes every day and all levels are welcomed. There is a lovely feel to the centre. I always leave feeling recharged and calm. Highly recommend.

I love this centre it teaches authentic traditional yoga and offers workshops, residential retreats and cooking workshops. It is a real escape from the busy hectic city life that causes so much stress. A perfect place to reset and rebalance.