Frequently Asked Questions
Getting Started
What is Kundalini Yoga?
Kundalini Yoga at Raviana checks off all the boxes for vibrant inner and outer fitness. It's an integrated practice of breath, movement, strengthening, and meditation designed to activate your nervous system, build physical resilience, and support mental clarity, and self-growth. It's structured so that every part of the practice has purpose — you'll feel stronger, clearer, and more grounded with regular practice.
What to Expect
In an Ana & Ravi class you will: Get a full body workout. Learn the purpose of each exercise on every level: body, mind and spirit. Share in Ana & Ravi's in-depth knowledge of physical anatomy and its metaphysical counterparts. Learn how to modify an exercise to minimize discomfort and maximize results. Be assured of Ana and Ravi's personal concern for your well being. Experience uplifting chants and meditations.
A typical Kundalini Yoga class starts with a breathing exercise, followed by spinal warm-ups and stretching, then a Kriya — a sequence of exercises designed to produce specific effects (e.g., detoxing the liver, boosting willpower). Afterward, we relax, then seal the practice with a meditation.
Before you start
Be sure to consult with your physician before commencing any new fitness program. We're always here to provide general help and support but this should not be used in lieu of medical advice.
How do I choose my first class?
Start where you are. Short Sets are great for ease and consistency, Full Practices offer a deeper experience, and Rotations provide a guided path so you don't have to decide what to practice each day. There's no wrong entry point. Trust your own experience. Consider doing the practices you're most attracted to and the ones you feel the most resistance to. That's how we grow.
What if I'm new to Kundalini Yoga?
If you're new, start with shorter practices or a Rotation designed to guide you day by day. Many members begin with Quick Sets or a gentle Full Practice and build from there. There's no wrong place to start—what matters is showing up and letting the practice meet you where you are.
If you have access to the Classics we suggest Kundalini Yoga for Beautiful Breakthroughs or Kundalini Yoga for Beginners & Beyond. If you have a Basic Membership, we suggest Kundalini Yoga Start Here or Kriya to Be Calm & Clear.
Do I need to be flexible or experienced?
The short answer is, no. Raviana practices are designed for real bodies at all levels. Clear instruction and built-in options allow you to adapt the work to your needs, while strength, flexibility, and familiarity develop over time. As with all new things, aspects of Kundalini Yoga may be unlike other forms of fitness you've tried. Remember, that Kundalini Yoga feels very natural because we're born to breathe, move, stretch, and meditate. Part of you already knows how to do these things.
How long are classes?
Our Full Practices generally range from 25 to 45 min. Our Quick Sets are usually 9 - 25 min. Our Breathing & Meditation practices are usually 7 - 15 min.
How often should I practice?
If you're a beginner, practicing two or three times a week would be great. Please remember that it doesn't have to be all or nothing, something is something. There are no hard and fast rules for frequency of practice. Eventually, you may want to practice every day, or even twice a day! The classes are quite varied, so you'll never overwork a muscle group or system. If you don't feel that a physical workout is in order, consider doing a Breath & Meditation practice, although these practices create their own momentum. Commit to doing just one exercise and you may find yourself doing a complete practice.
What if I don't have time to practice every day?
We understand that life sometimes gets in the way. Overall, don't let what you can't do stop you from doing what you can. Setting a certain time of day for your practice will serve to establish your workouts as a positive habit. Eventually, it will become harder not to do your practice, and if you have to miss, it will serve to strengthen your resolve to get back to your practice.
What's the difference between Quick Sets, Full Practices, and Rotations?
Quick Sets are usually nine to 20 min. and focus on a specific theme. Full Practices range from 25 - 45 min. and include warm-ups, a Kundalini sequence (kriya), a relaxation, and meditation. Full Practices check off all the boxes for things that are meant to be covered every day. Rotations are usually seven to 21 day programs that have an overall intention such as De-Tox, or New Beginnings. Rotations take the guesswork out of your decision making process.
Do I need to follow a Rotation or can I choose freely?
There's no need to choose a Rotation. You can by all means choose freely. Over time, your go-to practices will reveal themselves.
How often are new classes added?
New content is added regularly. This includes new Kundalini Yoga workouts, Tutorials, Ravi Talks, Rotations, and our Classic titles.
Membership & Billing
What's included in my membership?
- Basic: Access to Full Practices, Quick Sets, and Breathing and Meditation practices
- Membership+: Access to Full Practices, Quick Sets, and Breathing and Meditation practices, Ravi Talks, and our Classic Collection.
- Mentorship+: All of the above + Ravi's monthly workshop & weekly classes, as well as a monthly Zoom meet with Ravi
Is there a free trial?
Yes, if you're a first time customer, you will receive a 7-Day Free Trial.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes, you can cancel any time. Please note however that there are no partial refunds if you cancel before the end of your current month.
Technical Support
What devices can I stream on?
You can practice on Raviana.com on any device that supports a web browser. To cast from your phone to a Smart TV, ensure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network. On your TV remote, press the Home button and navigate to Source, then select Screen Share or Mobile Cast. On your mobile device, use Smart View or Screen Mirroring to find and select your TV. If you can't scroll to the option, try restarting both the TV and your mobile device.
Make streaming smoother on your device
Update your browser, clear cache (use refreshyourcache.com), restart your device, or switch to Chrome or Firefox. Still an issue? Contact your internet provider. If you're still having issues please contact us at ravianayoga@aol.com
I forgot my password—how do I reset it?
Click "FORGOT MY PASSWORD" below the login button on the login page.
How do I contact support?
Email hello@raviana.com. We don't guarantee support via social media—email is the best way to reach us.