Yoga Conference SF
May 13-16, 2027
Yoga Conference SF
Hosted by Anusara Yoga and Yoga Kula
In-person + Livestream
From Me to We - Yoga as A Path of Integration
May 13-16, 2027 - Main Conference
May 11-13, 2027 - Teacher Training Intensive + Therapeutics Immersion
We are living in a time of profound uncertainty and rapid change — a time marked by division, overwhelm, social polarization, and disconnection from ourselves, one another, and the natural world. Many are searching for steadiness, meaning, and a deeper sense of belonging amidst the complexity of modern life.
Yoga offers us a timeless pathway back to center.
Beyond physical practice, yoga is a living philosophy and embodied path of awakening — one that helps us cultivate clarity, resilience, compassion, and the capacity to remain grounded in challenging times. Through asana, meditation, pranayama, mantra, therapeutics, and wisdom teachings, yoga invites us to reconnect with the deeper truth of who we are.
This year’s conference explores the profound yogic teachings of Bheda and Abheda — difference and non-difference — and how these teachings can guide us in navigating the world with greater wisdom and understanding.
Bheda honors the uniqueness and diversity of life: our individual perspectives, cultures, experiences, and expressions. Abheda reminds us that beneath these apparent differences exists an underlying unity — an essential interconnectedness that binds all beings, all life, and all existence together.
In these divisive and fragmented times, these teachings offer a powerful lens through which to re-envision how we relate to ourselves, our practice, our communities, and the world. They invite us to move beyond the illusion of separation and remember that our well-being is deeply intertwined with the well-being of others and of the Earth itself.
Together, we will explore how yoga can help us:
cultivate inner steadiness amidst uncertainty
transform reactivity into awareness and compassion
honor diversity while recognizing our shared humanity
deepen authentic connection and meaningful community
integrate wisdom teachings into everyday life
embody practices that support healing, resilience, and collective care
This gathering is an invitation to move from me to we — from isolation toward interconnection, from fragmentation toward wholeness, from fear toward conscious participation in a shared human experience.
As we practice and learn together, we remember that yoga is not only personal transformation; it is also a way of contributing to the healing of the collective.
As the beloved teacher Thich Nhat Hanh wrote: “We are here to awaken from the illusion of our separateness.”
This understanding calls us to walk gently upon the earth, to treat one another with reverence and respect, and to live with greater compassion toward all beings and Mother Nature herself. Through practice, study, music, conversation, and shared experience, this gathering invites us to cultivate steadiness, openness, and courage—to become participants in a more connected and compassionate world.
From Me to We is more than a conference theme; it is a collective practice, a prayer, and a vision for how yoga can help heal our communities and nourish the future of our world.
Learn From Seasoned Teachers
Depth of Experience: Receive guidance grounded in decades of dedicated practice & teaching in the yoga tradition.
Refined Technique: Elevate your asana practice with precise alignment, intelligent sequencing, and therapeutic insights.
Embodied Wisdom: Understanding of yoga as a path of transformation through lived experience.
Philosophical Clarity: Deepen your connection to the roots of yoga with teachings that illuminate classical texts in accessible, relevant ways.
Empowered Practice: Adapt your practice with intelligence and intuition, honoring your body’s evolving needs.
Transformational Teaching: Learn to teach with authenticity, clarity, and impact—whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned guide.
Emotional & Energetic Integration: Practices that harmonize the nervous system, balance the subtle body, and support emotional well-being.
Inclusive & Trauma-Informed Wisdom: Benefit from approaches that honor diverse bodies, life paths, and experiences.
Mentorship & Inspiration: Be supported by teachers who model resilience, compassion, and the courage to evolve.
Transform your practice
Heart-opening asana and therapeutic movement for all levels, grounded in precise alignment and spiritual intention
Integrative workshops in nervous system healing, neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and subtle body energetics.
Opportunities to study with seasoned Anusara and alignment-based teachers
Inspirational sessions on yogic activism, ecological stewardship, and embodied presence
Sacred evening concerts and gatherings with live music, mantra, and joyful connection—featuring MC Yogi, and Shantala (Benjy and Heather Wertheimer)
Practices that cultivate compassion and create inclusive community spaces
Explorations of Yoga Nidra, pranayama, sound healing, and contemplative philosophy to support integration and renewal
Step into a renewed sense of purpose
At the heart of this gathering lies a collective vision: that yoga is more than a personal practice—it is a way of living with awareness, compassion, and devotion. Here, we remember that true change begins within and ripples outward.
We will honor the grief and uncertainty of our times while stepping forward with gratitude, wonder, and courage. Through ceremony, conversation, and shared intention, we will rekindle our connection to the sacredness of life and embody our role as stewards of balance and harmony.
This is your invitation to pause, breathe, and return to what truly matters. Join us, and step into a renewed sense of purpose—rooted in love, guided by wisdom, and aligned with the greater unfolding of life.
Gather in community for Music & Mantra
Join for soul-stirring musical concerts.
Benjy and Heather Wertheimer have been leading kirtan (sacred chanting) worldwide since 2001 as the duo Shantala. They are known for their special gift of bringing the audience into a vast and loving experience through their unique blend of exquisite voices with instruments of India and the West. Together they create music with beauty, passion, and reverence.
MC YOGI is a globally celebrated artist who takes the stage in a dynamic concert experience that blends hip-hop, sacred sounds, and uplifting yogic wisdom.
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