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Japa Meditation: Focus, Clarity & Inner Peace

Discover the Power of Japa with Rukmini Chaitanya

12 WEEKLY SESSIONS, Sundays, 11:00am – 12:45pm ET

This course is approved by the Yoga Alliance for Continuing Education Hours.

Course Description:

Life today pulls us in countless directions—work, family, responsibilities, endless distractions. Finding stillness can feel out of reach. But what if just a few minutes of a simple, ancient practice could shift your state of mind, bringing calm, focus, and joy into even the busiest of days?

That’s the promise of Japa Meditation—the mindful repetition of a mantra. For centuries, seekers have turned to this practice to quiet the mind, strengthen resilience, and deepen spiritual connection. It’s simple, accessible, and profoundly effective—whether you’re new to meditation or seeking to refresh your practice.

Can’t attend live? No problem. Recordings are available so you can catch up at your own pace.

What You’ll Learn in This Course

This journey is designed to be both practical and inspiring. Across 12 weeks, you’ll explore:

  1. Mantra for Instant Focus & Calm – Simple techniques to recenter yourself anytime, anywhere.
  2. Spoken, Silent & Written Japa – Experiment with traditional methods, including Likhita Japa (mantra writing).
  3. The Science of Sound – How mantra vibrations transform the mind and emotions.
  4. Choosing Your Mantra – Step-by-step guidance to find the sacred sound that resonates with your heart.
  5. Breath & Relaxation Practices – Gentle pranayama and deep relaxation to prepare for meditation.
  6. Kirtan & Mantra Singing – The uplifting joy of chanting together in community.
  7. Tratak (Candle Gazing) – A powerful tool to sharpen concentration and inner stillness.
  8. Gentle Stretching for Meditation – Support the body to sit comfortably and with ease.

This program is designed to be practical, flexible, and supportive!

Why Japa Meditation?

  • Quiet the Mind – Reduce overwhelm and ease anxiety.
  • Build Inner Strength – Stay steady through life’s ups and downs.
  • Sharpen Focus – Enhance clarity for work, study, and decision-making.
  • Awaken Self-Awareness – Create more space for reflection and mindfulness.
  • Feel Energized & Uplifted – Carry lightness and joy into daily life.
  • Unlike many forms of meditation, Japa gives the mind an anchor—making it easier to stay engaged and less likely to drift into distraction.

What's Included:

  • Teachings rooted in Swami Sivananda’s wisdom on meditation and mantras
  • Group sharing and Q&A for personal connection and support
  • A detailed guide to 12 sacred mantras to help you choose your practice
  • Optional journaling prompts to deepen reflection
  • Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Credits
  • Recordings of each class so you’ll never miss a session

Who Can Join?

No prior experience is needed—just an open heart and curiosity to explore the transformative power of mantra. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, you’ll find practices and insights that meet you where you are.

Ready to Begin?

  • Step into the rhythm of mantra.
  • Anchor your mind in peace.
  • Build a meditation practice that lasts.

Register now and join us for this 12-week journey into Japa Meditation: Focus, Clarity & Inner Peace.

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What people are saying about Rukmini Chaitanya...

"Rukmini absolutely surpasses any expectation we could ever have! I take these courses back to back because of the value it adds to my personal life!"
- Courtney Steadman
"I love the beginning meditations and learned so much about intention and having a good posture improves concentration and helps to quiet my mind. I have improved and even increased the hours I dedicate to Sadhana. Thank you!"
- Sattva (Susan) Daniel
"The Japa Meditation course was informative and inspiring. Rukmini Chaitanya is an excellent teacher. I really learned a lot and benefitted from the course."
- Mark Aaron
"I felt more committed to my Japa meditation after this course."
- Victoria
"The Japa Meditation course with Rukmini Chaitanya is transformative. She has helped me to keep Japa meditation an important part of my day and each class has a peaceful, beautiful flow to it. As well all of the people in the class have become like a little community. Further Rukmini Chaitanya has invited the most incredible guests to help enlighten us…everyone from Sound Healers to Scientists to other Swami’s…I highly recommend this course!"
- Victoria
"The Japa course was a huge surprise for me. I thought I already “knew” a lot about Japa since I’ve practiced it for years; however, I was so wrong! Rukmini Chaitanya has an incredible ability to delve into the depths of any topic (I’m taking several of her classes) and, not only make them understandable, but enjoyable and entrancing. Where she comes up with the various aspects that she explores is beyond me. Though I never make the live classes, she goes out of her way to make us “late viewers” feel part of the class. She manages to integrate chanting and meditation and content seamlessly. It is obvious that she lives what she teaches. In short, she is an inspiration to me. During these difficult times, she has served as a lifeline to my spiritual life, and I will forever be grateful to her."
- Mary Rice
"I have been taking Rukmini Chaitanya’s Bhakti and Japa meditation class for almost a year now. The teachings on Bhakti were new to me and have opened up new possibilities in my meditation practice. Rukmini Chaitanya’s teaching style is clear, accessible, humble and full of new insights and wisdom."
- Tink McDevitt
"Japa meditation course has enhanced my understanding and practice for Japa Meditation. Rukminiji is very inspiring, well knowledgeable and experienced teacher. I liked the variety of learning this course offers like Japa Meditation, Kirtan singing, stories to illuminate teachings and lectures from expertise. Thank you for teaching and inspiring us with this knowledge."
- Malini Muraleetaran

Additional Information:

Offered as 12 weekly sessions on Sundays, June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, September 6, and 13, 2026 from 11:00 am – 12:45 pm ET.

This program is offered live through Zoom webinar with the availability for students to interact through Q&A with the presenter. For enrolled students, a video recording will be available after each class in the event you miss a class or would like to review the content.

It is possible to register and take the course at any time. You can catch up on any classes you miss with the recordings.

Requirements and Recommendations:

  • No experience necessary. This program is open to beginners as well as advanced practitioners.
  • Viewing Device: Desktop or laptop computer will provide the best experience, although you can also connect via a tablet or smartphone.
  • Internet connection: High-speed broadband wired or wireless is best.
  • Video: Download Zoom to your computer, or install the Zoom app to your device. For interactive group sessions, a webcam or integrated camera will allow others to feel more connected with you.
  • Audio: Headphone speakers are recommended. If you wish to participate vocally, a headset with a microphone will be ideal.

Rukmini Chaitanya

Rukmini Chaitanya is a senior staff member of the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat Bahamas, and the personal assistant to Swami Swaroopananda, the Acharya, or spiritual director of the Ashram. She regularly teaches the Bhagavad Gita during the Sivananda Yoga Teacher training as well as other courses on the Bhagavad Gita, Vedanta, positive thinking, meditation, and yoga philosophy.

Rukmini Chaitanya is known for her enthusiastic and inspiring teaching style as well as for her devotion to the lineage and the scriptures. She is dedicated to each of her students and has an innate desire to share knowledge with them. She brings a great deal of clarity to every topic and is highly appreciated for her capacity to unfold complicated topics and present them in a coherent and pure way.

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Japa Meditation: Focus, Clarity & Inner Peace – June 2026
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