Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Transformative Kundalini Yoga & Wellness Classes in Pasadena
Founded in 1974 by Santokh Singh Khalsa and Suraj Kaur Khalsa, The Awareness Center has established itself as a premier destination for transformative wellness practices. Our mission centers on empowering individuals through Kundalini yoga, meditation, and holistic healing modalities designed to enhance physical comfort, relational connection, and personal fulfillment. With over four decades of combined teaching experience from our founders, we offer a structured yet accessible approach to mind-body wellness. Our certified instructors deliver evidence-based practices that reduce stress, improve energy levels, and cultivate inner peace through breathwork, postural alignment, and sound therapy. As a registered nonprofit organization, we maintain strict adherence to ethical standards while providing tax-deductible donation opportunities for community supporters.Our facility features regularly sanitized spaces with clear safety protocols, including mandatory mat disinfection and hand hygiene compliance. Students benefit from flexible participation options including in-studio, outdoor, and online classes accessible through our MINDBODY platform. We maintain transparent pricing structures with non-transferable memberships and class passes expiring after six months. Our commitment to quality extends to specialized workshops featuring certified practitioners in Reiki, neurotechnology, and ancestral healing modalities.
Services
Kundalini Yoga
Sound Baths
Workshops
Meditation Classes
Teacher Training
Online Sessions
Reiki Certification
Restorative Yoga
Community Events
Chiropractic Services
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of continuous Kundalini yoga instruction from certified teachers
- Our nonprofit status ensures ethical programming with tax-deductible donation options
- Certified practitioners teach specialized workshops in Reiki and sound healing
- Flexible access through in-studio, outdoor, and online class formats
- MINDBODY platform enables seamless class registration and membership management
Services
Kundalini Yoga
Our Kundalini Yoga classes combine breathwork, movement, and meditation to release tension while boosting energy levels. This practice improves spinal flexibility, enhances respiratory function, and promotes mental clarity through structured kriyas. Students learn stress management techniques that integrate physical postures with meditative focus.
Sound Baths
Sound Bath sessions utilize gong therapy and vibrational healing to induce deep relaxation states. The immersive audio experience helps regulate nervous system activity through low-frequency sound waves. Participants report improved sleep quality and reduced anxiety following these group meditation sessions.
Workshops
Specialized workshops cover topics from Reiki certification to ancestral healing practices. These extended sessions provide skill development in energy work, neurotechnology applications, and ceremonial practices. Each program combines theoretical instruction with hands-on experiential learning.
Teacher Training
Our Level I and II Kundalini Yoga teacher training programs develop qualified instructors through comprehensive curriculum. The courses cover anatomy, teaching methodology, and business development for wellness professionals. Graduates receive certification recognized by yoga alliances.
Online Classes
Live-streamed classes maintain interactive elements through Zoom platform integration. Students access recorded sessions for six months post-purchase with flexible viewing options. Virtual instruction maintains the same technical standards as in-person classes.
People
Santokh Singh Khalsa
Founder & Lead Trainer
Dr. Khalsa has practiced Kundalini yoga for 40+ years and founded The Awareness Center in 1974. He teaches weekly beginner series classes and maintains a chiropractic practice while leading teacher training programs.
Suraj Kaur Khalsa
Co-Founder
Co-founder since 1974, Suraj Kaur teaches gentle Kundalini classes emphasizing universal teachings. She established the Saturday morning program and contributes to developing the center's welcoming atmosphere for all experience levels.
Yolanda Davis
Event Coordinator
Yolanda manages scheduling and customer service operations while teaching weekly energy balancing classes. She certifies in Kundalini Yoga and focuses on removing mental/physical blocks through specialized kriya techniques.
Diana Novelo
Marketing Director
Diana handles event coordination, newsletter production, and social media management. She transitioned from volunteer to staff member after completing the center's beginner yoga series, applying her professional skills to marketing roles.
Adele Guerra
E-500 Yoga Instructor
Adele teaches Wednesday evening classes with Iyengar and Restorative yoga expertise. Her background working with special needs populations informs her healing approach, focusing on mind-heart-body connections through yoga therapy.
Questions
What types of yoga classes do you offer?
We provide Kundalini Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Alignment Awareness Yoga, and specialized workshops combining yoga with sound healing technologies.
Are your yoga classes suitable for beginners?
Yes, all classes welcome beginners with modifications available. The weekly beginner series provides foundational instruction for new practitioners.
What should I wear to yoga classes?
Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows free movement. Bring a yoga mat and any personal props you prefer using.
How can I register for classes?
Register through our MINDBODY platform online or app, with pre-registration recommended for all in-studio, outdoor, and online classes.
Do you offer any wellness workshops?
We host regular workshops covering Reiki certification, sound healing, and ancestral illumination with expert practitioners in various modalities.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain regular sanitization schedules, require mat disinfection, provide hand sanitizer stations, and offer online alternatives for those with health concerns.
Reviews (6)
Barbara Pursley
Nov 20, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
I took an online class with Atma, it was wonderful. Just what I needed. I'll be back for more. I'm grateful for these offerings while we're staying at home. Even better, because I live several states away, this is a great opportunity to meet new teachers.
I took an online class with Atma, it was wonderful. Just what I needed. I'll be back for more. I'm grateful for these offerings while we're staying at home. Even better, because I live several states away, this is a great opportunity to meet new teachers.
Marion Zatezalo
Dec 02, 2019
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Great classes in a relaxed environment full of friendly people. All teachers are good, but you really need to try a few out before you find YOUR teacher. I find that my friends all have a different favorite.
Darren R. Schroader
Jul 04, 2019
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I've been off the mat for a number of years. Starting up again this year has been slow going, but completely worth it. The Awareness Center has brought me back to the best experiences of my practice and I'm very grateful for their friendly and dedicated teachers and staff and the lovely space they provide in which to grow.
Loureyroroad
Jun 14, 2019
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I started attending Kundalini classes at the Awareness Center in 2018. This was a very difficult time in my life and I was actively healing from trauma. Knowing little about Kundalini as a practice, and uncertain what I was about to experience, I immediately felt safe and welcomed upon crossing the threshold. From my very first class, it was as if Wahe Guru Kaur intuited exactly what I needed each session! The breakthroughs, growth, and healing I received changed my life forever, I would not be where I am today without the Awareness Center.
Tara LaDue
Dec 03, 2018
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I absolutely love The Awareness Center. It is my healing sanctuary. The community is beautiful. Their Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training program is the best! I love Wahe Guru, Atma, Ravijot and Suraj's classes. If you want to find your tribe and spiritual community, this is the place.
Beatris K.
Nov 09, 2018
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Awareness Center is my second home! Its beautiful, clean, has amazing energy and everyone is super friendly and nice! Best yoga classes ever!!!
