Dhara NYC |

YOGA HEALING physical health &
mental well-being

ADVOCACY
& OUTREACH Breaking stigma

EDUCATION
& TRAINING Teaching practical
life skills

BENEFITS
“I have learned how to
breathe more slowly,
relax tension in my body
and gain self-esteem.”
– Current Student

EMPOWERMENT
“I am clear headed
and more in control
of my depression
and anxiety after
each class.”
– Current Student

Six Weeks to Wellness

A Six-Week
Workshop Series

A unique workshop developed in collaboration with NAMI NYC-Metro. Intended for those seeking to take more responsibility for their own health and well-being through integrating a daily home practice.

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Pathways to Wellness

Weekly Open Low-Fee Classes in NYC

Appropriate for those managing everyday stresses to those living with a clinical diagnosis. Conscious breathwork, gentle movement and guided relaxation invite awareness and acceptance while supporting release, opening and grounding.

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On Site Programs

Classes Tailored to Meet Your Needs

Students cannot always travel to the Yoga studio so classes are brought to various locations. Offerings range from one-time introduction sessions to longer format workshops to staff development and training.

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About Dhara NYC

DHARA NYC is a Yoga Service Project participating in the FJC Fiscal Sponsorship Program. All classes teach practical, foundational Yoga healing techniques to low-income populations living with various mental and emotional health issues, ranging from learning to balance everyday stresses to living with clinical diagnoses. MORE >

About Jenna Ritter, Founder

Jenna founded DHARA NYC as a Yoga Service Project in 2008 in response to the needs of the adult and youth communities she was serving at the time. Combining her knowledge and experience as a preschool special education teacher with what she learned living and studying extensively in India and China, she developed a unique curriculum. Much like the “ABC’s” of Yoga healing, her teachings focus on the foundations of Yoga healing for special needs populations and hold the intention to nurture a self-love that brings awakened, inspired action. Jenna seamlessly integrates insights from her personal healing journey with effective and practical methods of Yoga lifestyle practices for mental health and physical well-being. MORE >