Yoga Sutra Study — Semester 1
August 14 – November 30, 2026. A 14-week, small-group journey through Chapters 1 & 2 of the Yoga Sutra. Cross-referenced with Bhagavad Gita, Samkhya, Vedanta & Ayurveda. Maximum 10 participants — application required.
Ascend — Yoga, Ayurveda & Scripture Study with Ashima Sood
Grounded guidance for those seeking clarity — not coping — through traditional practice, self-inquiry, and a return to what is essential.
This work is for you if…
- You're seeking depth, not another wellness fix
- You want to understand yourself, not just manage yourself
- You're drawn to traditional practice but need a living, modern entry point
- You sense that steadiness is possible, but don't yet know the path there
- You want to go slowly, and go far
Upcoming Sessions
Sharad Navratri Sadhana
October 11 – 19, 2026. Nine days of devotion, discipline and inner alignment — Devi Mahatmyam study, Ayurvedic fasting, chanting, mudras and chakra balancing.
About Ashima Sood
Ashima Sood is a yogi, Ayurvedic practitioner, and facilitator of scripture-based study with a background in design and architecture. Trained as a UX designer with a Master's degree in Interaction Design, she spent over a decade in human-centered systems and research before turning more deeply to the contemplative traditions of yoga and Vedanta.
Her work brings together classical yogic practice, Ayurvedic lifestyle guidance, and reflective study of texts such as the Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutra, and Devi Mahatmyam. She holds a 900-hour Teacher Training Certification from The Yoga Institute, Mumbai.
Offerings
- Yoga & Meditation — Asana, pranayama, and seated meditation rooted in classical tradition.
- Ayurvedic Guidance — Seasonal and daily rhythms (ritucharya, dinacharya) woven into life with care.
- Scripture Study — Small-group inquiry into the Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutra, Devi Mahatmyam, and Garbhopanishad.
- One-on-One Sessions — Contemplative conversations for those in transition.
Studies & Learning Circles
Small, reflective study circles rooted in the classical yogic and Vedantic traditions. Past studies include the Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutra, Devi Mahatmyam, Garbhopanishad, and Sankhya Karika, alongside an ongoing yearly Ritucharya program exploring Ayurveda's seasonal wisdom.
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