House of Yoga Historical Library
Step quietly inside. The place might feel a bit crowded, but it’s the sort of chaos that only old libraries and forgotten curiosity shops know—a collection layered with whispers and oddities. Don’t be afraid to brush the dust from a long-forgotten video, or to reach into the shadows of the highest shelf. Who knows what treasures are waiting for a curious hand?
These digital corridors are lined with secrets—some obvious, others hidden. Somewhere among the stacks, you’ll stumble on the true heart of yoga, encrypted in voices, movement, and song.
It began back in March of 2020. We started recording classes and talks—kirtans, too—trying to bottle lightning while the world paused outside. Alongside these recordings, you’ll find archival footage reaching back more than sixteen years: moments from the past tucked away like rare artifacts. This isn’t just a trove of resources for your yoga practice—it’s the living, tangled story of the House of Yoga itself, sealed in time and mystery, waiting for explorers like you.
Meet Your Librarians:
Abhi Durga Devi & David Shiva Das
We are your librarians, Abhi Durga Devi and David Shiva Das—longtime students and stewards of the living yoga tradition. Over the years, our own journey has taken us from early days of teaching yoga in 2002 to building a community rooted in the philosophy and practice of classic Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga. Along the way, we’ve been fortunate to study under remarkable teachers like Manju Jois, Mark Whitwell, Godfrey Devereux, Doug Swenson, Sharon Gannon, David Life, and many more, whose wisdom helped shape our path.
As caretakers of this library, we invite you to explore a curated collection of texts, artifacts, and teachings that trace the lineage and evolution of yoga. Drawing inspiration from the devotional guidance of Ram Dass, Bhagavan Das, Naren Kamalakanta, and Russill Paul, we approach this work with reverence—honoring both tradition and discovery.
Whether you’re a scholar, practitioner, or simply curious, we hope our collection helps illuminate your search for knowledge, connection, and the deeper Self.
With warmth and respect,
Abhi Durga Devi & David Shiva Das
ARE YOU CURIOUS?
Have you ever wondered what lives within the walls of the House of Yoga’s historical archive? Behind these doors, rare manuscripts, centuries-old teachings, and long-guarded stories are waiting—silent but alive, ready for the curious soul who dares to look deeper.
Our virtual library is no ordinary collection. It’s a sanctuary of yogic antiquities and hidden wisdom, carefully preserved and now ready for you to explore. The air feels different here, as if every page is whispering secrets just for you.
To step inside, you’ll need a library pass. There are two ways to receive yours:
- Become a member of the House of Yoga Virtual Studio. Your membership unlocks complete access to our entire library and all the historical treasures within.
- Purchase a library pass on its own. Perfect if you only wish to wander the archives and lose yourself in the stories of old.
Choose your path, and let the mysteries of the House of Yoga guide you into new worlds.
Welcome to House of Yoga Virtual Library
Feel free to explore and enjoy all of the enriching and transformative content. Dust off some of those musty old yoga classes and see what secrets you can discover!!
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- New August Gentle Hatha Yoga Class (51:34)
- October 2024 Special Halloween Yoga Class (47:13)
- November 2024 Hatha Yoga Class ( 1 hour ) (62:22)
- NEW! December 45 Minute Hatha Yoga Class (45:44)
- Last Class @ House of Yoga Studio Jan. 31, 2021 (78:51)
- Saturday February 2024 Hatha Yoga Class (64:58)
- Shiva Das Friday Morning Hatha Yoga (49:53)
- July 2024 45 Minute Hatha Yoga (48:53)
- April 2024 45 Minute Hatha Yoga Practice (43:20)
- August 2024 Restorative Yoga Practice (51:24)
- Get Back JoJo restorative yoga for a healthy back with Durga Devi (65:25)
- October Select Restorative Yoga w/Hanuman Das 10-5-21 (64:35)
- NEW! November 2023 Restorative Yoga Class (49:05)
- January 2024 Rest & Digest Yoga Practice with Durga Devi (49:37)
- Immune Boosting Restorative Yoga Flow (66:31)
- March 2026 Restorative Yoga Class (49:46)
- August 2025 Hatha Yoga Dosha Balancing (56:32)
- September 2021 Dosha Flow (62:11)
- September 2024 Hatha Dosha Yoga Practice (59:11)
- October Dosha Class 2021 (60:56)
- October 2024 Hatha Dosha Balancing Yoga (63:58)
- NEW! November 2023 Hatha Dosha Balancing Yoga (60:39)
- November 2025 Dosha Yoga Class (61:10)
- December 2024 Dosha Balance Yoga (40 minutes) (41:33)
- January 2024 Dosha Balancing Yoga Practice (60:20)
- Feb_Kapha_Balance_Liver_clearing (63:36)
- May 2021 Dosha Balancing Practice (60:04)
- June Dosha Class (62:07)
- June Dosha Yoga 6-16-21 (59:59)
- May 2022 Hatha Dosha Balancing Yoga Class 5-18-22 (65:54)
- August Hatha Dosha Class on a Lake (55:35)
- August 2026 Hatha Dosha Yoga (59:33)
- TAKE THE 3 MONTH YOGA CHALLENGE (11:03)
- October 2024 20 Minute Morning Yoga Routine with David Shiva Das (23:03)
- 7 Minute Morning Yoga Practice in The Mountains (May 2024) (8:05)
- New 30 Minute Daily Morning Asana Practice (March 2023) (32:12)
- Shiva Das Morning Asana Practice (11:50)
- 10 minute morning asana practice (12:50)
- 30 Minute Hatha Yoga Practice with David Shiva Das (28:07)
- Durga Devi's Yoga for Everybody Yoga Class (59:12)
- 30 minute Asana Practice with Durga Devi 5-22 (38:42)
- 6 Minute Energization Practice (6:21)
- "The Morning Method" (6:25)
- NEW ASHTANGA YOGA PRACTICE (45 MINUTE) NOVEMBER 2024 (66:00)
- How to modify sun salutations for Ashtanga Yoga (3:39)
- Learning the opening invocation for Ashtanga Yoga (17:18)
- ashtanga yoga 8-24-20 (57:30)
- Ashtanga Yoga with Durga Devi (65:44)
- Ashtanga Practice with Shiva Das (54:44)
- ashtanga yoga with David Shiva Das (65:02)
- Durga Devi's Wednesday Evening Ashtanga Yoga Class (59:18)
- 7:30AM Ashtanga Yoga April 13, 2020 (54:16)
- Ashtanga Yoga with Durga Devi May 10, 2021 (53:05)
- ashtanga yoga from 5-24-21 (59:02)
- ashtanga yoga replay from 10-18-21 (51:35)
- What is the Mantra Jukebox?
- Vishnu Blue Kirtan January 2020
- Vishnu Blue Archives (3:23)
- Russill Paul @ HOY 9/2015 (21:33)
- Girish (2:06)
- Vishnu Blue Summer Solstice Unity Kirtan June 20, 2020
- Harvest Moon Kirtan Oct 3, 2020 (34:09)
- Kirtan at the Cottage April 16, 2021 (83:47)
- Cottage Kirtan Short Clips "Radhe Shyam" (10:42)
- Hanuman Jayanti 4-27-21 (79:47)