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February 2023 by M Dupré
To keep it simple - If you are looking for Classical/Authentic Yoga principles, this is the place you want to study. All of their instructors are effective and thorough in philosophy and in practice, even in the most basic courses. They are all coming from the perception of the heart, not the mind as they all practice what they teach.
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September 2022 by Rashmi Schramm
Amrit Yoga Institute is a phenomenal gathering of wonderful teachings. I have been lucky enough to take the Yoga Nidra training as well as the Yoga Therapy training.The teachings and work are authentic, innovative, and transformational.
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February 2022 by Banjo’s World
This is a beautiful property and very peaceful but there is no yoga classes any longer so if you decide to stay, you are on your own. I knew that going there so it’s not a complaint.
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October 2021 by Carol Confino
My experience with the classes here was exceptional. Great teachers and such a rich tradition. I learned a lot not just for teaching but also for my life.
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August 2021 by Leosunstar
I am shocked to read the ONE negative review which is what came up first. Why discredit this beautiful place?I resided at the Ashram in Lenox/Stockbridge Mass. (and prior to that in PA) for over 12 years and also became part of the ashram community in Salt Springs, Florida for several months. I can tell you this negative comment is full of lies - please ignore it and read all the other positive comments. I found Yogi Desai, his children Kamini and Malay, and most of the rest of the staff to be extremely accommodating, loving and kind individuals who truly serve the people who go to them..Gurudev (Yogi Desai) had a HUGE POSITIVE EFFECT on my life and I find his Ashrams to be a ''heaven on earth', well worth a visit IF you are sincerely looking for spiritual guidance as to how to take responsibility and change YOURSELF, instead of going through life blaming everyone and everything else for our unhappiness. This family is very special, they have a deep karmic connection with Spirit. When we immerse ourselves in this spiritual energy for any period of time, our demons surface so that we can choose to deal with them, or not. I feel I am a much happier and stronger person than when I first moved into that Ashram and I loved it, it was a truly amazing experience.Now I'll hit the sort button to bring up the best first!!!
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March 2021 by Bridget M.
Great 4 night/3 day I AM Wellness retreat. Staff is friendly and welcoming-great value for very reasonable price. I enjoyed the location, the yoga, the spa treatments. Highly recommended
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February 2021 by Living Artisan
Avoid this place and these teachers at all cost. These people are deadly dangerous, literally. They give unsupported medical advice. They are manipulative. Its my opinion these people have blood on their hands, and they take no accountability or responsibility for the words and 'philosophy' they teach which causes harm.I gave three years of my life to these people, and sat next to 'gurudev' almost daily as I performed 'seva' in his office. I honestly regret ever meeting this man and listening to him or even considering his advice. Let me share why.After I left the ashram, I had promoted this place and encouraged people to visit, even though I had reservations about the teachings and Amrit in specific.A decade passes, I returned during a welcome weekend. Amrit tells a story to a group of recovering addicts and survivors of trauma. One I had heard many times.The story goes, (paraphrasing) - "I was on a cruise ship and met a couple who had psychological issues and were suicidal. I taught them yoga. They were healed, and didn't even need to take medication anymore. Yoga cured them, and yoga can cure you!"This is medically incompetent advice. It's also an outright blatant lie. It's a carrot to dangle in front of vulnerable people, a hope for being healthy through a discipline which ... in truth has benefits.Yet to claim it is an end-all-be-all to all human conditions is highly irresponsible.Not to mention disrespectful of the people in Amrits community who have literally committed suicide. But that is usually swept under the rug. The first one happened in the 1970s, this is verifiable via research.I personally know of three who were involved at the ashram and suicided.These teachings do not make a person healthy and are not guarantees to 'not want to suicide'.This man and institution and his teachers condone selling false hope for profit, and have no regard for the experiences of others when the teachings are flat out wrong.The usual approach is to shame the practitioner "oh, you are still depressed because you aren't spiritual enough" ..... and anyone who brings these types of things to light are categorically called names and ostracized.Victim blaming is normal at AYI.After the welcome weekend I describe, my partner and I had a private chat with Amrit. Afterall, I had worked for the guy for three years ... for almost free, full-time. Foolish me, don't be a fool you.On the personal side, my own father had just committed suicide a year before the welcome weekend I mention. When I told this to Amrit in private he proceeded to :1. tell me I am worthless.2. that my work and efforts are worthless.3. that people do not value me.4. why don't I move in ?This was a flat out predatory attack on a vulnerable person. In this case, myself. What kind of human speaks like this to someone in grief? Let alone a so-called spiritual master?When I confronted his staff and him about it, I was called names, the event was denied, then I was told I heard it wrong, and finally was told me he felt sorry for me because I wasn't being forgiving of him.So which is it? Did he not say it? Did I hear it wrong?Or am I so spiritually broken that I can't forgive a predator?Please.Amrit is willing to take advantage of people who are insecure and hurting.He's a spiritual con-man. He deserves no titles nor recognition. He copies the works of other people. He's a hypocrite in so many ways ... for example, teaching vegetarian lifestyle while eating meat. Who cares if you eat meat, hypocrite?I know this, I worked in his office, in his home.When I lived there I was too naive to understand what was happening.Now, I feel compelled to speak up in hopes others will make wiser choices than I.Yoga is a path that leads to liberation. Seeing people for who they are is part of that path.************* Amrit is a predator. He always has been. He was ousted from Kripalu for a reason. He never changed. Trust this man at your own peril, it could literally cost you your
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June 2020 by SunshineLaw Fan
Not for everyone.But, as the saying goes - to each their own.
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June 2020 by April Ria Qureshi-Davidson
The teachers at the Amrit Yoga Institute are loving, caring and totally immersed in the yoga lifestyle. The ancient teachings are transmitted with attention to detail and are delivered in a way that makes them applicable to our modern world. Yoga nidra training has changed my life for the better. I'm relaxed and able to deal with life issues without overreacting, clearing out past trauma and learning how to be in the moment and be with life as it happens, with ease and in the flow. I've been privileged to participate in the I AM Yoga Nidra certification and Kids programs as well as Meditation in Motion Immersion. John Vosler, Hasu Marney Coulter, Heather Indu Eilering, Ramdas Ormond, and Renu Diane Zagoria are wonderful people and teachers who have your best interests at heart. I felt supported and loved all along the way. Gurudev Shri Amritji and Yogeshwari Kamini Desai Ph.D. are brilliant leaders in the modern yoga world. This is THE PLACE to immerse yourself in yoga. I'll be back for the advanced Yoga Nidra training in the fall. Many blessings and many thanks! Darshana
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June 2020 by April Qureshi
The teachers at the Amrit Yoga Institute are loving, caring and totally immersed in the yoga lifestyle. The ancient teachings are transmitted with attention to detail and are delivered in a way that makes them applicable to our modern world. Yoga nidra training has changed my life for the better. I'm relaxed and able to deal with life issues without overreacting, clearing out past trauma and learning how to be in the moment and be with life as it happens, with ease and in the
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April 2020 by Carey Sir
Top Notch Training. I did the 10 day Yoga Nidra training--totally exceeded my expectations!
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April 2020 by Mimi Pribble Scott
A safe and loving place to be; such a gift to have Gurudev and Kamini there and available!!
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March 2020 by Noreen Julian
Every workshop, course, weekend program has been the best of the best. Teachers are all top notch and the teachings from Gurudev and Kamini are transforming. You won’t be disappointed by any program you take. I love yoga nidra!
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March 2020 by Jeannette Okie
I just completed the I AM Yoga Nidra Professional Training. It was an amazing experience. The quality of the course and all the teachers are indeed outstanding. The teachings are a blessing and the clarity with which they are shared is just beautiful. True yoga the way it was meant to be.
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February 2020 by Marie Lynah
For the price, this is a nice place. The spartan rooms are comfortable and clean and the vegetarian food was mostly delicious- heavy on the salt. We didn't come for a program, but rather to enjoy the yoga retreat and massage services, and beautiful property. Shortly before arriving I learned that we were not allowed to attend any of the yoga classes, the only yoga space was reserved for the weekend. They suggested as an alternative I could take a mat to the dock and do my own practice. If the weather was nicer that may have been an option. I didn't come to a yoga retreat center to do a private practice. At the very least I would have hoped for a side room or yurt or gazebo, but definitely expected to have the opportunity to attend at least one class during our 3 days. As an additional sour note, our rooms were across a highway from the main buildings, I would have loved a better path along side it rather than walking through mud and grass. Maybe some creative landscaping to block some of the noise from the local bar and dogs barking.
