Yoga and Meditation Schedule
MindfulNYU hosts a wide offering of FREE yoga and meditation classes throughout the week during the academic year. All classes are open to students, faculty, and staff with a current and valid NYU ID. Unfortunately our classes are not open to alumni. Please see below for more information. These are drop in classes and no prior registration is required. Our class schedule follows the official University Academic Calendar.
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Please note, to access classes with MindfulNYU, you will need to log into Zoom through your NYU Home. Zoom classrooms are locked 5 minutes after the beginning of each class time.
*Updated January 2022
Yoga and Meditation Schedule for Spring 2022
Classes will not meet on from March 14th to March 20th (Spring Recess).
Most classes will be conducted via Zoom this semester.
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In-Person Yoga and Meditation Schedule
MindfulNYU is excited to offer a select number of in-person yoga and meditation classes starting March 7th, 2022.
Reserve your spot for in person yoga classes by finding Global Spiritual Life on NYU Engage, selecting the class you would like to atted, and registering. Please note that there are only 15 in-person slots per yoga class. Registrants who do not show up to two reserved sessions will forfeit their ability to reserve spots in future classes. This registration cap does not apply to in-person meditation classes.
All classes taught in person will also be accessible to virtual attendees.
Monday Schedule
Mondays at 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM ET, Embodied Vinyasa with Amanda Gloria Valdes, GCASL Room 472
A 60 minute alignment centered Vinyasa Flow practice that is free flowing and sequenced through the lens of the chakras and intelligent sequencing. This practice is open to all practitioners and bodies.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/4400601452
Tuesday Schedule
Tuesdays at 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM ET, Vinyasa Yoga with Brian Liem, GCASL Room 472
You are sacred, you are unique, we all have a trove of riches in this moment to be mined and shared.
Brian's class incorporates a dynamic, vigorous, physically and spiritually energizing form of flowing vinyasa yoga with mindfulness meditation. It’s a catalyst for quality transitions between postures, awareness of breath and mental clarity. More challenging postures are explored, including inversion variations, balances, binds, and more. Deepen your practice in this diverse, well-balanced, well-sequenced yoga class. Yoga experience is strongly recommended.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/7842583255
Tuesdays at 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM ET, Breathe & Meditate with Amy Coombs, GCASL Room 486
In this 30-minute meditation class, we will practice breathing techniques and visualization to allow for the best mind-clearing experience. If you have found meditation challenging in the past, this class offers the opportunity to learn to sit in ease and comfort.
Looking to experience both the physical and the meditative aspects of Yoga? Stay in this Zoom room for Amy’s Chakra Yoga class at 5:30 PM ET!
This sensible sequence is suitable for all levels.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/5205458765
Tuesdays at 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM ET, Chakra Yoga with Amy Coombs (Formal Yoga From the Ground Up), GCASL Room 475
Learn the energetic qualities of each Chakra while practicing the Yoga Postures that will best balance each energetic center. Come prepared to enhance your knowledge of alignment of the physical as well as the subtle body, as we partake in a strong practice that can be adapted for all levels.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/5205458765
Wednesday Schedule
Wednesdays at 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM ET, Sit & Breathe Meditation with Rev. Doyeon Park, GCASL Room 486
This class will focus on slow, deep breathing techniques and meditative postures. Experience wonderful new energy and a calm state of mind.
All levels, all time-zones, everyone is welcome!
https://nyu.zoom.us/j/2491315714
Wednesdays at 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM ET, Sit & Breathe Meditation with Rev. Doyeon Park, GCASL Room 486
This class will focus on slow, deep breathing techniques and meditative postures. Experience wonderful new energy and a calm state of mind.
All levels, all time-zones, everyone is welcome!
Thursday Schedule
Thursdays at 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM ET, Vinyasa Yoga with Brian Liem, GCASL Room 472
You are sacred, you are unique, we all have a trove of riches in this moment to be mined and shared.
Brian's class incorporates a dynamic, vigorous, physically and spiritually energizing form of flowing vinyasa yoga with mindfulness meditation. It’s a catalyst for quality transitions between postures, awareness of breath and mental clarity. More challenging postures are explored, including inversion variations, balances, binds, and more. Deepen your practice in this diverse, well-balanced, well-sequenced yoga class. Yoga experience is strongly recommended.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/7842583255
Thursdays at 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM ET, Breathe & Meditate with Amy Coombs, GCASL Room 486
In this 30-minute meditation class, we will practice breathing techniques and visualization to allow for the best mind-clearing experience. If you have found meditation challenging in the past, this class offers the opportunity to learn to sit in ease and comfort.
All are welcome!
Meditation Schedule
The type of meditation we practice involves simple — but not always easy! — breath and awareness exercises that bring our attention to the present moment. We learn to relax and rejuvenate our bodies, look inward with more insight and wisdom, and cultivate greater compassion for ourselves and others.
Looking for a student led meditation experience? Check out our Student Groups at MindfulNYU!
Monday Schedule
Mondays at 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM ET, Practicing Awareness Meditation with Kim Thai
This meditation class will be focusing on one thing — bringing awareness to your breath. Through the cycle of our inhales and exhales, if we are able to bring our attention to our breath, we are able to be more attuned to not only our body, but also ourselves. This class will help you either start or deepen a meditation practice through this simple act of mindfulness.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/3823977738
Mondays at 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM, Authentic and Awake Meditation with Rev. Qalvy Grainzvolt
A 30-minute meditation exploring inner narratives and discovering an authentic self with meditative awareness. This class aims to cultivate inner peace, warmth, and wisdom through meditative practices fostering connection with core authenticity.
This class is open to all levels of experience and often holds space at the close of the session for any thoughts, reflections, and comments from attendees.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/3415383947
Mondays at 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM, Quieting the Mind Meditation with Rev. Qalvy Grainzvolt
A 30-minute meditation focused on relaxation and cultivating mindful moments of care, including self-care. Slowing down, even a little from the momentum of daily living, this meditation encourages an awareness of inner calm such that it may be a source of nourishment to daily routine.
This class is open to all levels of experience.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/3415383947
Tuesday Schedule
Tuesdays at 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM ET, Alchemy Meditation with Amanda Valdes
A 30-minute guided meditation exploring meditation through breath, visualization, and mindfulness to empower the practitioners to develop a grounded meditation practice.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/4400601452
Tuesdays at 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM ET, Breathe & Meditate with Amy Coombs
In this 30-minute meditation class, we will practice breathing techniques and visualization to allow for the best mind-clearing experience. If you have found meditation challenging in the past, this class offers the opportunity to learn to sit in ease and comfort.
Looking to experience both the physical and the meditative aspects of Yoga? Stay in this Zoom room for Amy’s Chakra Yoga class at 5:30 PM ET!
This sensible sequence is suitable for all levels.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/5205458765
Wednesday Schedule
Wednesdays at 3:00 to 3:30 PM ET, The Breath and You Meditation with Ameerah Omar
Join this 30 minute session for a dynamic opportunity to get to know yourself better through a deep connection to self. During this practice we'll work to develop the capacity to create awareness around what may arise at any given moment without attachment or avoidance. Using the breath as a tool to ground, get comfortable with what is by applying concentration, openness and clarity to each situation.
Open to all levels and offers space for reflection and curiosity at the close.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/93045153918
Wednesdays at 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM ET, Sit & Breathe Meditation with Rev. Doyeon Park
This class will focus on slow, deep breathing techniques and meditative postures. Experience wonderful new energy and a calm state of mind.
All levels, all time-zones, everyone is welcome!
https://nyu.zoom.us/j/2491315714
Wednesdays at 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM ET, Sit & Breathe Meditation with Rev. Doyeon Park
This class will focus on slow, deep breathing techniques and meditative postures. Experience wonderful new energy and a calm state of mind.
All levels, all time-zones, everyone is welcome!
https://nyu.zoom.us/j/2491315714
Wednesdays at 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, Generation Meditation (Student-Led)
GenMed invites NYU students interested in leading a mindful and compassion centered life to join an 8-week cohort that teaches meditative techniques.
This experience features a progressive curriculum that introduces keystone practices and understandings of meditation. Students will deepen their own practice with the opportunity to translate those learnings to the broader NYU community.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/91633878617
Thursday Schedule
Thursdays at 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM ET, Breathe & Meditate with Amy Coombs
In this 30-minute meditation class, we will practice breathing techniques and visualization to allow for the best mind-clearing experience. If you have found meditation challenging in the past, this class offers the opportunity to learn to sit in ease and comfort.
All are welcome!
https://nyu.zoom.us/j/5205458765
Thursdays at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET, Stay Woke & Meditate (Student-Led)
Stay Woke & Meditate centers the lived experiences of students of color. Join us as we gather together to meditate, connect, and seek healing.
Zoom Link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/6398190573
Friday Schedule
Fridays at 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM ET, Calm & Clear Meditation with Rev. Doyeon Park
Join us in practice to calm and clear the mind. Through sitting meditation and a discussion on various Buddhist and mindfulness-related topics, we cultivate inner wisdom and compassion to bring these blessing to the world.
All levels, all time-zones, everyone is welcome!
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/2491315714
Fridays at 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM, Mindfulness Meditation with Hunt Parr
Hunt's meditation classes come in direct lineage from the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Learn the basic techniques of shamatha or "calm abiding" mindfulness meditation to create more compassion, strength, stability, and clarity in your practice and life.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/4229368990
Fridays at 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM ET, Alchemy Meditation with Amanda Valdes
A 30-minute guided meditation exploring meditation through breath, visualization, and mindfulness to empower the practitioners to develop a grounded meditation practice.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/4400601452
Yoga Schedule
MindfulNYU offers FREE yoga classes Monday through Saturday, September through December and late January through May. These classes are taught by certified, dynamic, and highly experienced teachers from all over the city. Classes focus not just on physical fitness and health but also on connecting to our center and finding peace through meditation-in-movement.
Monday Schedule
Mondays at 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM ET, Embodied Vinyasa with Amanda Gloria Valdes
A 60 minute alignment centered Vinyasa Flow practice that is free flowing and sequenced through the lens of the chakras and intelligent sequencing. This practice is open to all practitioners and bodies.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/4400601452
Mondays at 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM ET, Vinyasa Yoga with Brian Liem
It’s a new day, it’s a new dawn…and I’m feeling good (and well).
Transit Space
Make transitions and space, in this anti-“huhmp day” yoga class.
Come join your MindfulNYU community no matter where your present locale at this flowtastic revivifying class with Brian. All levels, all time-zones, everyone is welcome!
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/7842583255
Mondays at 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, Open Level Vinyasa Yoga with Hunt Parr
Hunt's classes are all grounded in movement science and contemplative practice. In this medium paced, flowing style of yoga asana practice, expect to be challenged, breathe, laugh, learn a lot, and play. While all are welcome, this class might not be appropriate for absolute beginners.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/4229368990
Mondays at 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM, Dynamic Alignment with Nick Potenzieri
A dynamic classical approach to yoga. Based on the Iyengar Method, this class is ideal for beginners to learn the practice of yoga and can be a great tool for the more seasoned practitioner to deepen and refine the art of their practice.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/9880770883
Tuesday Schedule
Tuesdays at 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM ET, Stay Woke & Move with Amanda Gloria Valdes
A Yoga space centering the lived experiences of people of color meant to activate the Yoga practice through Satsang (community discussion/shares), Vinyasa Yoga and Breathwork.
The class will embody a whimsical flow and restorative cool down.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/4400601452
Tuesdays at 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM ET, Vinyasa Yoga with Brian Liem
You are sacred, you are unique, we all have a trove of riches in this moment to be mined and shared.
Brian's class incorporates a dynamic, vigorous, physically and spiritually energizing form of flowing vinyasa yoga with mindfulness meditation. It’s a catalyst for quality transitions between postures, awareness of breath and mental clarity. More challenging postures are explored, including inversion variations, balances, binds, and more. Deepen your practice in this diverse, well-balanced, well-sequenced yoga class. Yoga experience is strongly recommended.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/7842583255
Tuesdays at 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM EST, Vinyasa Yoga w/ Phil Schuster
You are sacred, you are unique, we all have a trove of riches in this moment to be mined and shared.
Phil's class incorporates a dynamic, vigorous, physically and spiritually energizing form of flowing vinyasa yoga with mindfulness meditation. It’s a catalyst for quality transitions between postures, awareness of breath and mental clarity. More challenging postures are explored, including inversion variations, balances, binds, and more. Deepen your practice in this diverse, well-balanced, well-sequenced yoga class. Yoga experience is strongly recommended.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/s/8055795172
Tuesdays at 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM ET, Chakra Yoga with Amy Coombs (Formal Yoga From the Ground Up)
Learn the energetic qualities of each Chakra while practicing the Yoga Postures that will best balance each energetic center. Come prepared to enhance your knowledge of alignment of the physical as well as the subtle body, as we partake in a strong practice that can be adapted for all levels.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/5205458765
Tuesdays at 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM ET, Restorative Flow Yoga with Brian Liem
Join your MindfulNYU community for an hour of Restorative Flow Yoga - Why not explore the relationship of balance in our activity and rest? We'll move with breath through sequences designed to give your body and mind space to restore. Come as you are and see if everything is workable, and rest-able.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/7842583255
Wednesday Schedule
Wednesdays at 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM, Slow Flow with Tina Paul
Tina's class invites you to rest, renew and begin again with a mindful slow yoga practice. The class integrates somatic movement and breath coordination to support embodied awareness with loads of yoga face poses to soften muscles in your face. Asana poses will be held for more extended breath count and few yin yoga poses will be incorporated to help reduce stiffness. This class builds gradual heat in the body and invites you to drop inward and embody your presence.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/3380576992
Wednesdays at 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM ET, Vinyasa Yoga with Ric Mathews
The week is over and you've accumulated a ton of...stuff! Come wring out your mind and body with this dynamic vinyasa flow. Using funky sequences to funky beats, Ric will be sure to challenge you to be recharged and ready for the new week ahead.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/9938699645
Wednesdays at 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM ET, Vinyasa Yoga and Breathe with Marni Mendelsohn
In this 60 minute practice, Marni will safely guide you through an intelligent sequence to create balance, strength, and flexibility before getting to the peak pose. You will have plenty of time to integrate, practice breathwork and meditation, and learn self-healing tools to regulate the nervous system. You will leave feeling more calm and ready to continue with your day.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/8379966214
Wednesdays at 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM ET, Basic Level Vinyasa Yoga with Hunt Parr
Hunt's classes are all grounded in movement science and contemplative practice. In this basics class, you will learn the foundations of modern postural yoga practice, breath work, and meditation. Great for beginners or experienced yogis looking to refine.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/4229368990
Thursday Schedule
Thursdays at 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM ET, Slow Flow with Tina Paul
Tina's class invites you to rest, renew and begin again with a mindful slow yoga practice. The class integrates somatic movement and breath coordination to support embodied awareness with loads of yoga face poses to soften muscles in your face. Asana poses will be held for more extended breath count and few yin yoga poses will be incorporated to help reduce stiffness. This class builds gradual heat in the body and invites you to drop inward and embody your presence.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/3380576992
Thursdays at 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM ET, Vinyasa Yoga with Brian Liem
You are sacred, you are unique, we all have a trove of riches in this moment to be mined and shared.
Brian's class incorporates a dynamic, vigorous, physically and spiritually energizing form of flowing vinyasa yoga with mindfulness meditation. It’s a catalyst for quality transitions between postures, awareness of breath and mental clarity. More challenging postures are explored, including inversion variations, balances, binds, and more. Deepen your practice in this diverse, well-balanced, well-sequenced yoga class. Yoga experience is strongly recommended.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/7842583255
Thursdays at 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM EST, Vinyasa Yoga w/ Phil Schuster
You are sacred, you are unique, we all have a trove of riches in this moment to be mined and shared.
Phil's class incorporates a dynamic, vigorous, physically and spiritually energizing form of flowing vinyasa yoga with mindfulness meditation. It’s a catalyst for quality transitions between postures, awareness of breath and mental clarity. More challenging postures are explored, including inversion variations, balances, binds, and more. Deepen your practice in this diverse, well-balanced, well-sequenced yoga class. Yoga experience is strongly recommended.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/s/8055795172
Thursdays at 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, Queer Movement with Kim Thai
This inclusive yoga class, centering the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ people, will create space for you to connect with your queer body and mind. Expect a flowy class that focuses on helping you align so you can access your fullest breath and potential.
Come as you are. The only requirement in this class is to love your breath. Everything else is up to YOU. All bodies and humans are welcome!
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/3823977738
Thursdays at 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM, Restorative Flow Yoga with Brian Liem
Join your MindfulNYU community for an hour of Restorative Flow Yoga - Why not explore the relationship of balance in our activity and rest? We'll move with breath through sequences designed to give your body and mind space to restore.
Come as you are and see if everything is workable, and rest-able.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/7842583255
Friday Schedule
Fridays at 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM ET, Embodied Yoga with Kim Thai
This yoga class focuses on getting you in your body —aligning your breath to your movement to get you to the present moment. The practice of yoga extends far beyond any poses; it is a practice that helps you drop into your body and observe what emotions and feelings may arise. The mat itself is quite literally a place for you to practice how to deal and manage any challenging or welcoming emotions so that you are well-resourced after you leave the mat. This inclusive class is open to everyone at all levels and for all bodies. The only requirement in class is for you to love your breath.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/3823977738
Fridays at 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM ET, Open Level Vinyasa Yoga with Hunt Parr
Hunt's classes are all grounded in movement science and contemplative practice. In this medium paced, flowing style of yoga asana practice, expect to be challenged, breathe, laugh, learn a lot, and play. While all are welcome, this class might not be appropriate for absolute beginners.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/4229368990
Fridays at 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM ET, Restorative Yoga with Ric Mathews
You've been plugged in and ON all week. Take some time to power down with this gentle restorative yoga break. Grab some pillows and thick blankets and prepare to unwind with comfy poses and a guided meditation to let your mind and body reset, renew and release leaving you with all the good feelings.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/9938699645
Saturday Schedule
Saturdays at 12:30 PM to 1:45 PM ET, Restorative Yoga with Mistral Hay
In this 75 minute class, Mistral will guide you through gentle beginning movements, transitioning to supportive restorative poses held for longer periods of time and a mindfulness meditation practice.
Appropriate for all yogis of all levels, this class is designed to leave you more relaxed and recharged.
Zoom link: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/6801257703
MindfulNYU Across the Global Sites
Click each link below to see the full schedule of offerings for each site!
Meditation Room
MindfulNYU also offers a meditation room, open during our office hours, for individual practice (quiet, seated, upright meditation). Come by GCASL 486 for quiet, peace, and calm right here on campus.
The meditation room is now open for silent, individual 20 minute meditation! Please stop by the front desk to sign up for a 20 min slot. Masks must be worn at all times. There is no eating or drinking in the space.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a question that isn't answered here, email mindfulness@nyu.edu.
What do I need to know before I come to class?
You should:
Plan to arrive early at the designated room in the Global Center for Academic and Spiritual Life.
Be ready to show:
Your purple NYU Vax Pass
Your RSVP confirmation email (generated by NYU Engage)
Your NYU Engage Event Pass (found on NYU Mobile)
Come prepared by packing an extra mask in case your mask becomes unusable during your workout.
Review the full MindfulNYU In-person Class Protocol.
Do I need to bring my own mat?
MindfulNYU has mats available for use during your class. We recommend that you bring your own. Please use wipes to disinfect yoga mats provided by us before and after practice.
Clorox wipes are available throughout the facilities.
Can I drop in, or should I register ahead of time?
If you plan to attend in-person yoga classes, you MUST reserve your spot in class using our NYU Engage Reservation link.
Please note that there are only 15 slots per class. Registrants who do not show up to two reserved sessions will forfeit their ability to reserve spots in future classes.
PLEASE NOTE: All in-person yoga classes will close for admittance 5 minutes after the start time. This is to ensure your safety by allowing time for warm up, which will prevent injury.
There is no attendance cap or registartion needed for meditation classes.
Why do I need to show my Vax Pass?
Per New York University policy, the NYU Vax Pass and Student ID are required for access to yoga classes with MindfulNYU. The green Daily Screener does not grant access for these classes. See this link for more information on the NYU Vax Pass: NYU Vax Pass Information.
If you have symptoms of COVID-19, stay home! Notify the COVID-19 Prevention & Response Team. Questions or need medical care? Contact the Student Health Center or your doctor and follow their advice.
Can I still join class virtually?
Yes! All classes taught in person will also be accessible to virtual attendees. You can access the full schedule with Zoom links above.
I am affiliated with the University. If I bring my NYU ID, is it free?
Yoga and Meditation classes are free for all those with a current, active NYU ID. Make sure to bring the ID with you.
I am not affiliated with the University. Can I still participate?
Yoga and meditation classes are for NYU community members with a current and valid ID only.
Are group sessions that center students of color and LGBTQ+ students open to faculty or administrators?
These groups are for to students only to ensure the comfort and safety of students. Faculty and staff are welcome at all other meditation and yoga classes.
Are there any showers or changing rooms at the Center for Spiritual Life?
There are no showers at the Center. You are welcome to change in our single-stalled or multi-stalled bathrooms on the 4th floor. Please DO NOT use the small ablution rooms located across the hall. These are meant for religious practices only.