Śṛṅgāra Yoga
Embody Inner Beauty, Harmony, and Grace
What is Feminine Spirituality
Many visitors ask us: What is Feminine Spirituality? In simple terms, it is the art of awakening and embodying feminine qualities on the spiritual path—not in a gendered sense, but as universal attributes that reside in every human heart. Rooted in this vision, we welcome you to a fresh, immersive learning experience—where courses go beyond theory and invite you to turn inward through your body, senses, and heart.Here, we blend yoga and meditation practices with timeless wisdom from the śāstra, guiding you toward personal transformation and spiritual growth. These courses are thoughtfully designed to engage your body, mind, and senses—while deeply nourishing your inner self. Inspired by the aesthetic and captivating narrative style of Bharata Natyashastra—which beautifully conveys the essence of the Vedas through art and performance—we bring you offerings that are both enriching and enjoyable. We look forward to accompanying you on this transformative journey.
Śṛṅgāra Yoga—The Heart of Feminine Spirituality
The term Śṛṅgāra Yoga beautifully expresses the heart of Feminine Spirituality. Rooted in the Sanskrit word śṛṅgāra—which traditionally refers to beauty, aesthetic grace, and love—it points to a devotional path that values inner beauty, surrender, and heartfelt connection. Śṛṅgāra Yoga is the way of expanding one’s heart through qualities such as:Inner beauty, Intuition, Compassion, Forgiveness, Empathy, Emotional wisdom, Devotional longing. These are not merely emotions or attitudes; they are spiritual powers that help us soften, open, and harmonize our inner world. In Śṛṅgāra Yoga, these qualities guide us toward deeper self-awareness, emotional healing, and devotional joy.
What Does “Feminine” Mean Here?
In our teachings, feminine does not refer to biological gender. Instead, it refers to a subtle energy or disposition—a receptive, nurturing, and intuitive essence present within all beings. Feminine Spirituality invites us to embrace this aspect of ourselves, regardless of our gender identity.Qualities like softness, emotional depth, forgiveness, patience, and surrender are often overlooked in today’s fast-paced, achievement-driven world. Yet these very qualities hold the key to profound healing and spiritual growth. They allow us to create space within our hearts for grace, beauty, and deeper connection—with ourselves, others, and the Divine.
What is Spirituality in This Context?
Spirituality, in the light of Feminine Spirituality, is the awakening to our inner feminine essence—the receptive, nurturing, and relational nature of the soul. It is not bound by gender but is the natural orientation of every individual toward the Divine. In the Vedic understanding, spirituality refers to that which concerns the ātma, the inner self, as distinct from prakṛti, the external world of matter, roles, and social identities. True spirituality is learning to soften pride, embrace humility, deepen love, and surrender to higher wisdom. It is the art of transforming life’s experiences—whether joy or pain—into pathways of connection, intimacy, and oneness with the Supreme. In this sense, spirituality is not about escaping the world, but about harmonizing the inner and outer life through qualities that reflect the feminine heart of existence.
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Our New Team Member—A Harmonious Collaboration
We’re also excited to announce a new addition to the Feminine Spirituality Team—Ila Manjari, a devoted yoga and meditation teacher who brings deep wisdom and experience in traditional yogic practices.Together, we are weaving our shared insights to create more holistic courses that blend the devotional wisdom of bhakti-śāstra with Yogic practices that nurture emotional well-being, physical balance, and inner clarity. This collaboration ensures that our courses not only offer spiritual teachings but also provide practical tools to integrate them into daily life. Ila’s presence adds a grounding, body-centered dimension to Feminine Spirituality, allowing participants to experience a deeper connection between mind, body, and heart. Ila Manjari is a devoted yoga and meditation teacher, originally from Melbourne, Australia, now living in Bali for over a decade. With years of dedicated personal practice and over 500 hours of training in the Sri Vidya and Kriya Yoga lineages, she shares a grounded, embodied approach through Hatha, Yin, and Kriya Yoga. Her offerings are rooted in traditional yogic knowledge and embodied spiritual practice. Her mission is to offer practices that bring the wisdom of bhakti into lived experience, integrating its teachings through movement, breath, and meditation, and illuminating pathways for deeper connection. Within the Feminine Spirituality team, Ila Manjari brings a grounding, body-centered approach that supports the integration of spiritual knowledge into daily life, nurturing connection between mind, body, and heart. Rooted in this vision, we welcome you to a fresh, immersive learning experience—where courses go beyond theory and invite you to turn inward through your body, senses, and heart.Here, we blend yoga and meditation practices with timeless wisdom from the śāstra, guiding you toward personal transformation and spiritual growth. These courses are thoughtfully designed to engage your body, mind, and senses—while deeply nourishing your inner self. Inspired by the aesthetic and captivating narrative style of Bharata Natyashastra—which beautifully conveys the essence of the Vedas through art and performance—we bring you offerings that are both enriching and enjoyable. We look forward to accompanying you on this transformative journey.
Invitation
Through Śṛṅgāra Yoga, we invite you to rediscover the feminine heart within yourself—one that longs for connection, delights in devotion, and leads to deep spiritual fulfillment.