“Recognizing yoga’s universal appeal as well as its numerous benefits, in 2014, the United Nations proclaimed June 21st as the International Day of Yoga.”

This international recognition affirms what we and millions have experienced: the incredible healing and transformative power of yoga, and the value of sharing these practices worldwide.

Ananda Washington, The Institute of Living Yoga, and East West Bookshop will join forces to celebrate the International Day of Yoga on Saturday, June 23rd in two locations simultaneously: Seattle AND Bothell! Experience the gift of yoga for yourself: all International Day of Yoga events and classes are free! The celebrations are as follows on Saturday, June 23:

BOTHELL Yoga Hall Celebration: 9 am – 2 pm
9-12 pm 108 Sun Salutations (participate in all or part) 
10:30-12 pm Or: attend the Beginners Ananda Yoga Class
12-12:30 pm Break and snacks
12:30-1 pm Yoga demonstration and talk
1-2 pm Pranayama, chanting, and brief meditation class

SEATTLE East West Bookshop Celebration: 10 am-1 pm
10-10:30 Yoga demonstration and talk
10:30-12:30 Ananda Yoga class that includes asana, pranayama, chanting, and meditation
12:30-1 Snacks and sharing