Integral Yoga Institute New York City
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No preregistration.

We ask those wishing to lead a chant to arrive at 7:45 p.m. to sign up.

Questions? Contact Achala at or
212-929-0586, ext. 32.

Open Mic Kirtan Party
Lead Your Own Chant at IYI

Friday, May 23 • 8 p.m.

By donation

We invite all aspiring wallahs and Kirtan enthusiasts to join us this evening for our first Open Mic Kirtan Party. House drummer Terrence Pompey will accompany your celestial melodies. Emcees Maxananda and Achala will ensure that the evening runs seamlessly. No previous experience in leading a chant is necessary (though you may want to practice a bit beforehand). Invite your friends, relatives, and fans. This will be a fun gathering with a few surprises and brimming with bhakti. Refreshment will be provided.

Achala Matthew Godino is a certified Integral Yoga Hatha I, Gentle Yoga, Therapeutic Yoga, and Raja Yoga instructor. He currently serves on IYI’s staff as Kirtan coordinator, program facilitator, and database administrator. Achala is enjoying several years in recovery.
Terrence Pompey is a master drummer. He regularly accompanies Kirtan leaders Kamaniya, Anjula, Satkirin Kaur Khalsa, Devirose, and others. He has served on the Integral Yoga staff for several years.

Max Vazquez, a k a Maxananda, is a fashion designer with a passion for the Nada energy frequency. He is a master overtone singer and a recording artist with Krishna Das’s posse.  http://www.maxananda.com

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Exciting News!

You can now register for workshops and events online! It's simple:

  • Go to the page of the workshop or event you wish to attend
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Please note: online registration closes three days before the date of the class. So register early!

(Of course, you can still register via phone, or in person.)