Kula is a Sanskrit word which means community. We are dedicated to the exploration and inquiry into the true nature of unity among all living beings using the science and practice of Classical Yoga, Somatic Movement studies, the art of listening and community leadership

Our intention is to promote happiness and end suffering for the benefit of all beings. We begin by practicing mindfulness with each other and in all our affairs and by working on the sustainability of 'The Three Treasures': the teacher, the teachings and the participants.

Practicing Yoga in Community

Kula Yoga is a model and living laboratory of mindfulness which recognizes the original intent of practicing Yoga in community. This intention is based on community members acting on their significance towards the goal of building relationship, self realization, and sustainability. We define community as an inclusive, like-minded group which supports the leadership of the teacher, the integrity of the ancient teachings, and the healing potential and power of such a group. This model is in contrast to any attempt to commodify, package or dilute the essence and quality of Yoga in the broadest possible context.

Kula weekly classes, monthly workshops, study groups, individual sessions and anual retreats are intended to deepen one's practice and understanding of the historical, philosophical and practical application of a Yoga community in the broadest possible context.

The foundation of our teaching understands Yoga in a nondual perspective. We begin with the understanding that there is nothing for us to achieve or become. All beings are inherently complete and whole.

Our practice therefore does not ultimately lead to a letting go, but to a natural abandonment of the "becoming" process. 

The cornerstone teachings of Patanjali Yoga Sutra, which is informed and supported by Yoga's original Samkhya Philosophy, urges us to question all our beliefs, past experiences, values and identifications not necessarily to let them go, but so that we may clear away any second hand misperceptions, confusions, and distractions that occlude our realization of unity consciousness.

Patanjali's 8 fold path of Classical Yoga

A regular diet of Yoga practice reduces stress, quiets the mind, increases awareness and rejuvenates and tones the body. Students learn to access the breath which informs and supports a welcoming and compassionate attitude both on and off the Yoga mat.

On behalf of the Kula Yoga community, we invite you to join our circle in the spirit and practice of moving into abiding Stillness from which all moving sensation, thought, feelings, emotions and beliefs arise, unfold and dissolve. 

Abiding in this moment,

Katherine Banbury
Founder, Director and Teacher of Kula Center for Yoga and Movement Studies