Seva means service. Offering one's time, energy, knowledge, experience, physical labor, money, teaching or any kind of aid without expectation, acknowledgment or reward.

Seva is one of the cornerstones of Zuda Yoga. Many styles of yoga, including Karma Yoga and Bhakti Yoga, incorporate selfless giving as a spiritual practice embodying the highest form of service. The act of offering oneself to others breaks the bonds of ego and unifies us with the divine.  When we extend our hands in acts of compassion, the "giver" disappears, becoming instead a conduit of divine love.

Giving for the sake of giving requires surrender and sacrifice, liberating and benefiting both the giver and receiver in a transformational exchange.

To foster an understanding of the link between yoga and its impact on our greater community, all Zuda Teacher Trainees, participate in seva. This amazing group of teachers are leading five special programs designed to grow our community in positive ways. 

1. Dharma Flix: Free, enlightening movie night at Zuda Midtown - check out their Facebook Page for event updates!

2. Blissful Empowerment (Project BE): Spreading Love to the community through yoga, starting at McClatchy Park - check out their Facebook Page for event updates!

3. Seva Mat: Gather used mats and donate them to yoga groups or recycle them

- check out their Facebook Page for mat donation dates and locations!

4. Beyond Asana: Bring the message of yoga to the Salvation Army - Free weekly yoga at the Salvation Army.

5. Team Ganesh Dvi ~ Strong Hearts, Strong Minds: Empower today's youth by teaching yoga the Sacramento Regional Conservation Corps - Free yoga for the Sacramento Regional Conservation Corp.