Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Yoga Studio in West Babylon, NY
Yoga Darshana Center has been a cornerstone of holistic wellness on Long Island for over 24 years. Founded in 2001, our mission is to make yoga accessible to every body, regardless of age, experience, or financial means. We offer affordable classes, sliding-scale pricing, and donation-based programs to ensure no one is turned away. Our experienced instructors guide students through diverse practices, including Hatha, Vinyasa, Restorative Yoga, and specialized modalities like Yoga Nidra and Reiki. As a nonprofit organization, we prioritize community, authenticity, and service, fostering a welcoming space where individuals can heal, reconnect, and cultivate inner peace. Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Program empowers future instructors with traditional and modern techniques.With a focus on trauma-sensitive practices, adaptive yoga for all abilities, and partnerships like our Puppy Yoga events with Pawsitive Possibilities Rescue, we blend compassion with innovation. Our team includes registered nurses, Reiki masters, and seasoned educators dedicated to holistic healing. We maintain rigorous standards of transparency and ethical practice, ensuring every member of our community feels valued and supported. Through classes, private sessions, retreats, and outreach, we remain committed to advancing yogas deeper teachings of self-inquiry and transformation.
Services
Yoga Classes
Private Sessions
Teacher Training
Reiki Healing
Therapeutic Massage
Yoga Nidra
Chair Yoga
Puppy Yoga
Retreats
Community Programs
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer over 24 years of experience in inclusive yoga instruction.
- Sliding-scale pricing ensures accessibility for all financial backgrounds.
- Compassionate instructors specialize in trauma-sensitive and adaptive yoga.
- Nonprofit organization focused on community service and holistic wellness.
- 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training blends tradition with modern techniques.
What people say
Welcoming environment
Affordable pricing
Experienced teachers
Life-changing programs
Supportive community
Services
Yoga Classes
Our yoga classes cater to all levels with Hatha, Vinyasa, and Restorative styles. Each session emphasizes breathwork, alignment, and mindfulness, fostering physical strength and mental clarity. Certified instructors adapt practices for beginners to advanced students, ensuring a safe, inclusive environment for holistic growth.
Private Yoga Sessions
Personalized yoga instruction addresses individual goals, from injury recovery to advanced postures. Sessions include tailored sequences, hands-on adjustments, and meditation techniques. Our teachers blend therapeutic approaches with traditional practices to enhance flexibility, balance, and inner peace in a private, focused setting.
Yoga Teacher Training
The 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Program combines traditional philosophy with modern methodology. Curriculum includes anatomy, trauma-sensitive teaching, and practicum experience. Graduates receive Yoga Alliance certification, equipped to lead classes that prioritize accessibility, safety, and spiritual growth.
Reiki Healing
Reiki sessions restore energy balance through gentle hand placements, promoting relaxation and stress reduction. This non-invasive therapy supports emotional healing and physical well-being, complementing medical treatments. Practitioners channel universal energy to dissolve blockages and enhance the bodys natural healing processes.
Therapeutic Massage
Acupressure-based massage alleviates pain in shoulders, neck, and back through focused pressure techniques. Sessions improve circulation, reduce tension, and enhance mobility, tailored to individual needs. Performed over clothing for comfort, this therapy addresses chronic discomfort and promotes overall wellness.
People
Regina Chaeli
Founder & Director
Regina Chaeli, a registered nurse and yoga therapist, founded Yoga Darshana Center in 2001. With 40 years of study in traditional yoga and trauma-sensitive practices, she leads teacher training programs and specializes in holistic healing for caregivers.
Matthew Pecorella
Director
Matthew Pecorella has taught yoga and meditation for 20 years. As president of Pawsitive Possibilities Rescue, he merges compassion with wellness, offering trauma-informed classes and iRest Yoga Nidra sessions to support mental health.
Rosemary Hudson
Lead Instructor
Rosemary Hudson, a 500-hour certified instructor, teaches Yin and Gentle Yoga. With 35 years of experience, she emphasizes breathwork and mindfulness, guiding students toward balance and self-awareness through Reiki and Nidra practices.
Diane Dady
Instructor
Diane Dady, a Reiki practitioner and 200-hour certified teacher, creates nurturing classes focused on breath-body connection. Her warm approach helps students cultivate calm and resilience, drawing from her decade-long yoga journey.
Chris Michael
Instructor
Chris Michael, a 200-hour certified teacher and educator, integrates yoga with mindfulness practices. With 34 years in education, he emphasizes inner peace and holistic wellness, guiding students through accessible, meditative sessions.
Questions
What yoga styles are offered for beginners?
We offer Hatha, Gentle, and Chair Yoga classes specifically designed for beginners, focusing on foundational poses, breathwork, and relaxation techniques in a supportive environment.
Are private yoga sessions available?
Yes, private sessions provide personalized instruction tailored to your goals, whether recovering from injury, improving flexibility, or deepening your practice with one-on-one guidance.
How can I join the 200-hour teacher training?
Our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Program accepts applicants with a consistent yoga practice. The curriculum includes anatomy, philosophy, and teaching methodology, with graduates eligible for Yoga Alliance certification.
Do you offer sliding-scale pricing?
Yes, we provide sliding-scale fees, scholarships, and donation-based classes to ensure yoga is accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances.
What wellness services complement yoga?
We offer Reiki energy healing, therapeutic massage, and Yoga Nidra meditation sessions to enhance relaxation, reduce stress, and support holistic well-being alongside your yoga practice.
Reviews (7)
Sabrina Morici
Apr 21, 2022
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Since the first time I came to this studio I felt its welcoming energy. I have enjoyed every class I've taken at Yoga Darshana Center. Each instructor i've met has been so warm and inspiring.
Kathleen Cassidy
Apr 10, 2022
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I have been attending chair yoga classes since January. I have knee issues and our instructor John, is very accommodating in showing alternative moves during our session. A very stress relieving, relaxing class
Bryant Kaplan
Apr 05, 2022
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Every time I walk into the space I am met with a quietness, and a calmness which creates a peaceful feeling within me. A wonderful place to practice my practice. Grateful
Keri Alazraki
Dec 30, 2021
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Yoga Darshana has become my permanent yoga studio. I absolutely love the teachers, classes, and entire organization. A beautiful studio to practice yoga with a warm, loving environment. If I could give this place 10 stars I would.
Priska Imberti
Dec 26, 2021
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As a 200 hour yoga instructor and a practitioner for 26 years, I can say that classes at Yoga Darshana exceed anybody's expectations. The place is conveniently located, clean and simple; the teachers are knowledgeable, friendly and kind and the administrators are always accessible. Great place for beginners, intermediate and advanced practitioners.
Mariah Musto
Dec 23, 2021
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I have only good things to say about Darshana. This center has given me knowledge, friendships, and ease in my life. There is an incredible community of extremely knowledgeable yoga professionals that are a part of this community that you will be able to learn from. If you are considering doing a teacher training here, do it.
Dawn Manganello
Dec 19, 2021
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Yoga Darshana Center is a beautiful and immaculate facility that offers inspiring retreats, classes and yoga teacher training programs. Among its leadership, teachers and fellow practitioners, there exists an instant, genuine and long lasting feeling of community that fosters growth in one's practice, no matter your level of experience. Having participated in all three facets of their programming, I can sincerely relay gratitude for this gem that I've had the good fortune to find. You'll learn and grow here!
