Yogaville

What Yogaville does

Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville, Inc. (operating as Yogaville) is a non-profit spiritual retreat center and yoga academy located on a 750-acre campus at 108 Yogaville Way in Buckingham, Virginia, in the Blue Ridge Mountains foothills along the James River. Founded by Sri Swami Satchidananda in 1966 as the international headquarters for Integral Yoga, the organization serves individual spiritual seekers, yoga teacher trainees, group retreat clients, and interfaith visitors through a portfolio of residential programs, yoga teacher training, silent retreats, group wellness retreats, day visits, online courses, and interfaith programming anchored by the 1986-built Light Of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS). Operationally, the organization is governed by three boards (Spiritual Life Board, Board of Trustees, Leadership Team) with Karuna Marcotte serving as Executive Director, and maintains affiliated wholly-owned subsidiaries including YES (Yogaville Environmental Solutions), LCAF (LOTUS Center for All Faiths), the Satchidananda Ashram Prison Project, the Yogaville Library (Vidya Bhavan, ~20,000 holdings), and the Fine Arts Society.

Yogaville's core intellectual property is its six-branch Integral Yoga methodology, which synthesizes Hatha, Raja, Karma, Jnana, Japa, and Bhakti yoga traditions into a comprehensive lifestyle system, delivered through a mix of in-person residential immersion and self-paced online distribution. The technical platform is conventional: the Retreat Guru booking system handles online registrations, Vimeo powers livestreamed satsangs, and email newsletters plus social channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X) drive top-of-funnel demand. There is no proprietary AI/ML tooling, mobile app, or public API; differentiation rests entirely on physical infrastructure, content library, community ecosystem, and 50+ years of brand heritage.

The business model is a hybrid of fee-for-service program revenue and donation-based nonprofit funding. Residential and training programs charge per-program tuition (e.g., $750 for the 28-day Living Yoga Training plus a $25 application fee and $100 deposit; month-long 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training; $54 day visits; $185/day all-inclusive personal retreats), group retreats use tiered pricing with volume discounts (15% off 3-day, 25% off 5-day) for up to 108 guests, online programs and IYTV offer recurring revenue for remote learners, and ongoing donations plus targeted capital campaigns (notably solar fundraising with a $100,000 additional funding goal) support operations and infrastructure. GTM is direct-to-consumer and event-driven, with marketing through the Yogaville.org website, organic social, podcast, and email, and bookings via online reservation, phone (Ashram Reservation Center), or in-person at Sivananda Hall.

Name

Yogaville

Legal name

Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville, Inc.

Website

https://yogaville.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Yogaville (Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville, Inc.) is a non-profit spiritual retreat center and Integral Yoga academy on a 750-acre campus in Buckingham, Virginia, serving individual spiritual seekers, yoga teacher trainees, and group retreat clients through residential programs, teacher certification, silent retreats, and online courses.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Spiritual Retreat and Yoga Education Services

NAICS

Other Residential Care Facilities (62399)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Wellness Retreat Centers (Yoga, Meditation & Mindfulness) (THAGAMAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Meditation Retreats, Workshops & Immersive Programs (HSADAJAF), Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) & Pilates Instructor Training (HSADACAL), Meditation Apps, Digital Courses & Online Communities (HSADAJAH)

Keywords

• Spiritual retreat services
• Yoga teacher training
• Residential yoga programs
• Meditation retreats
• Interfaith spiritual center

Headquarters

HQ city

Buckingham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Residential Programs: Revenue from multi-week residential programs including Living Yoga Training (28-day intensive), Ashram Yogi Program, and Residential Volunteer Program with tuition fees.
2. Yoga Teacher Training: 200-hour and 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training programs with certification, including specialized trainings in meditation, adaptive yoga, and stress management.
3. Group Retreats: Customized group wellness retreats for organizations, families, and groups with venue pricing including discounts for multi-day bookings (15% for 3-day, 25% for 5-day).
4. Day Visits and Personal Retreats: Day visit passes ($54) and all-inclusive personal retreat packages ($185/day) offering access to ashram schedule, meals, and lodging.
5. Online Programs: Self-paced online workshops and courses including meditation training, yoga therapy certifications, and specialty programs available through the online learning platform.
6. Donations and Contributions: Donations supporting the ashram's mission, sacred sites, solar projects, and Prison Project outreach programs.
7. Solar Fundraising: Capital campaigns for renewable energy projects including Sivananda Hall solar installation and LOTUS Temple solar array, with long-term goal of $100,000 additional funding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Yogaville (Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville) operates a 750-acre spiritual retreat center and Integral Yoga academy in Buckingham, Virginia. It sells residential spiritual immersion programs (Personal Retreat, Living Yoga Training, Residential Volunteer, Ashram Yogi), 200-hour and 300-hour certified yoga teacher training, silent and group wellness retreats, self-paced online courses, livestreamed events via IYTV, and day visits. All offerings center on the Integral Yoga six-branch methodology and interfaith spiritual practice.

Product overview

Yogaville (Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville) is a spiritual retreat center offering a portfolio of programs and services centered on Integral Yoga teachings. The core offerings include residential programs (Personal Retreat, Living Yoga Training, Residential Volunteer Program, and Ashram Yogi Program), yoga teacher training (200-hour foundational training, Specialized Training, and 300-hour advanced certification under the Integral Yoga Academy brand), and retreat experiences (Silent Retreats and Group Wellness Retreats). Additional services include online self-paced programs through Yogaville Online Programs, the IYTV streaming service for livestreamed events, Clergy On Call spiritual support, and Day Visit options. The organization also operates sacred sites including the Light Of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS), and offers various community initiatives through affiliated organizations like the Integral Yoga Ministry and Yogaville Environmental Solutions (YES).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LOTUS (Light Of Truth Universal Shrine): An interfaith shrine dedicated to world peace and harmony, built in 1986, celebrating unity behind the diversity of world faiths.
• YES - Yogaville Environmental Solutions
• LCAF - LOTUS Center for All Faiths
• Satchidananda Ashram Prison Project
• Yogaville Library (Vidya Bhavan)
• Fine Arts Society

Products and services

• Personal Retreat Day, overnight, or extended stays at Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville with access to the Ashram daily schedule including vegetarian meals, group meditations, Hatha Yoga classes, and tours of sacred sites including LOTUS. Priced at $185/day all-inclusive.
• Living Yoga Training (LYT) A transformative 28-day residential program offering immersive experience in Integral Yoga practices including Hatha Yoga, meditation, spiritual studies, Karma Yoga, and holistic living at the ashram. Priced at $750 plus a $25 application fee and $100 deposit.
• Residential Volunteer Program Flexible volunteer program lasting 1 week to 3 months, offering selfless service opportunities in kitchen, farm, and housekeeping while participating in spiritual practices and Ashram life.
• Ashram Yogi Program Two-month program with complimentary dormitory living and no tuition in exchange for full-time service (33 hours/week), offering immersion in Integral Yoga practices with focus areas in kitchen, farm, or general ashram service.
• Integral Yoga 200-Hour Teacher Training Comprehensive 4-week residential yoga teacher training program that equips participants with knowledge and skills to become confident Yoga instructors through over 200 class hours. Early payment discount of $100 off listed prices.
• Specialized Teacher Training Programs Advanced training programs for yoga teachers including Meditation, Adaptive Yoga, Stress Management, and other specializations to grow teaching ability.
• 300-Hour Advanced Certification Program Advanced certification programs that qualify for credit towards Integral Yoga 300-hour Certification for experienced yoga teachers.
• Silent Retreats Silent meditation retreats held since 1970 offering profound peace through silence, Integral Yoga, and meditation practices in a serene sanctuary environment.
• Group Wellness Retreats Customizable group retreats for up to 108 people featuring meditation, yoga, mindful living, and healthy vegetarian meals in a serene supportive setting. Includes lodging, meals, meditation, yoga classes, and AV equipment.
• Online Programs (Self-Paced) Pre-recorded online workshops including Yoga for Strong Bones, A Day with Yogaville, Silent Retreat Online, Meditation and Movement, Prenatal Yoga Training, and other self-paced courses accessible anytime through online.yogaville.org.
• Day Visit Day visits to Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville allowing participation in the full schedule including Hatha Yoga classes, group meditations, and tours of sacred shrines. Priced at $54 per day.
• Clergy On Call Spiritual support service connecting individuals with Integral Yoga sannyasins or ministers via phone or email during difficult times.
• Prayer Request Service Daily prayer services for the well-being of all and personal intentions submitted by individuals through the prayer center.

Quantifiable outcome

• Living Yoga Training runs monthly with 4-week residential immersions
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor, regional, core and global.

• Appalachian Mountain AdvocatesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2015Retained as legal counsel to represent Yogaville in opposition to the Atlantic Coast Pipeline, providing environmental and regulatory legal expertise.
• Friends of BuckinghamregionalStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Coalition partner in opposition to the Atlantic Coast Pipeline, working together on environmental protection and community advocacy in Buckingham County.
• Cooperation Circle of Central VirginiaregionalStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1996LCAF is a member of this cooperation circle, collaborating on interfaith initiatives and community outreach in central Virginia region.
• North American Interfaith Network (NAIN)regionalStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1996LCAF participates in NAIN Connect annual conferences and collaborates on interfaith programs promoting understanding among faiths.
• Integral Yoga Institutes and Centers WorldwidecoreOthersInternational network of affiliated Integral Yoga institutes and centers operating under the Integral Yoga brand, with Yogaville serving as the international headquarters. These centers offer Integral Yoga classes, teacher training, and wellness programs globally.
• Parliament of World Religions (WPR)globalStrategic or Co-development PartnerLCAF participates in Parliament of the World's Religions conferences, contributing to global interfaith dialogue and cooperation.
• United Religions Initiative (URI)globalStrategic or Co-development PartnerLCAF is an affiliate organization of URI, participating in their global network of interfaith cooperation circles.
• GreenFaithminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYogaville is pursuing GreenFaith Certification through documenting sustainable practices including waste management, solar initiatives, and environmental justice work.
• Union Hill Baptist ChurchregionalStrategic or Co-development PartnerAfrican American community partner in the environmental justice coalition against the Atlantic Coast Pipeline compressor station, featured in Washington Post coverage.
• The Human Kindness FoundationminorOthersPrison yoga organization co-founded by Bo Lozoff, referenced in Prison Project literature as fellow organization serving incarcerated populations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre: Globally recognized classical yoga ashram network offering teacher training, residential programs, and retreats founded by Swami Vishnudevananda — directly comparable lineage-driven ashram model with similar programming mix (TTC, retreats, residential immersion).
• Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health: Largest yoga retreat center in the U.S. with residential programming, teacher training, and wellness retreats in the Berkshires — operates an overlapping mission (yoga, meditation, holistic health) with comparable group retreat and RYT certification offerings.
• Esalen Institute: Iconic Big Sur retreat center offering residential workshops, meditation, yoga, and personal-growth programs — comparable in being a destination retreat campus mixing lodging with structured spiritual/wellness programming.
• Omega Institute for Holistic Studies: Non-profit educational retreat center in Rhinebeck, NY offering residential workshops, yoga teacher training, and wellness programs — closest U.S. peer in non-profit retreat center model with overlapping curriculum and customer base.
• Shambhala Mountain Center: Large-scale Colorado retreat center offering meditation retreats, contemplative programs, and group bookings on a rural campus — comparable in destination rural setting, group retreat hosting, and Buddhist/spiritual lineage depth.
• Spirit Rock Meditation Center: Northern California insight meditation retreat center offering residential silent retreats and teacher trainings — comparable as a non-profit, lineage-driven meditation retreat destination with residential programming.
• Insight Meditation Society: Barre, Massachusetts-based non-profit meditation retreat center offering residential silent retreats and teacher training — directly comparable as a donation-supported retreat center with residential programming and spiritual lineage authority.

Emerging players

• 1440 Multiversity: California-based retreat center focused on personal/professional development and wellness workshops with residential programming — comparable in workshop-led residential retreat model, though less rooted in a single spiritual lineage.
• Calm (Calm.com): Leading digital meditation and wellness platform offering guided meditation, sleep stories, and masterclasses — represents the digital distribution channel that competes with Yogaville's online programs and IYTV for global audience reach.

Regional players

• Sadhana Forest: International spiritual eco-community with residential volunteer programs and sustainability focus — comparable in its residential volunteer/service model and sustainability mission, though based in India/Auroville with different operating geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/sayva
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCBjTqt41Gx6Teq1GXx4gIJw
• Facebookfacebook.com/SatchidanandaAshram
• Instagraminstagram.com/yogaville108

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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