Golden Lotus Yoga Teachers Association

The Golden Lotus Yoga Teachers Association was founded by J. Oliver Black, known to thousands of Self-Realization Fellowship followers as Yogacharya Oliver. Yogacharya means yoga teacher. This title was given to him by his Guru, Paramahansa Yogananda, founder of Self-Realization Fellowship and author of the spiritual literary classic, Autobiography of a Yogi.

Golden Lotus Yoga Teachers Association provides Hatha Yoga classes, training, & teacher certification. Our style is a gentle stretching, meditative Hatha Yoga. All of our teachers have been initiated into Kriya Yoga, a sacred pranayama and meditation practice, brought to America by Paramahansa Yogananda. Many of our teachers have over 30 years of teaching experienced and were personally trained by our founder Yogacharya J. Oliver Black.

Our commitment to excellence and Self Realization is brought to every class that is taught. If you would like to learn about our association and our 200-hour yoga teacher training program, please visit our website at: Home – Golden Lotus School of Yoga (goldenlotusyoga.org)

 

Upcoming Programs by Golden Lotus Yoga Teachers Association

Person practicing yoga outdoors among colorful autumn trees during a peaceful fall retreat at Song of the Morning

The Colors of Joy: An Autumn Hatha Retreat for Cultivating Happiness in Daily Life

Also With Kendra Hubbarth-Bohr and Marilyn Beker

September 18 - 20, 2026
An uplifting weekend of meditation, Golden Lotus Hatha Yoga, reflection, and spiritual renewal in the peaceful autumn setting of Song of the Morning. Through yoga techniques, meditation, and inspiring spiritual teachings rooted in the wisdom of Paramahansa Yogananda, guests are invited to reconnect with the joy, peace, and positivity that remain steady beneath life’s changing circumstances. Suitable for all experience levels, this retreat offers a harmonious balance of guided activities, personal reflection, fellowship, and time in nature.

Autumn Yogananda Retreat

October 16 - 18, 2026

A Spiritual Living Retreat "When the mind is calm, how quickly, how smoothly, how beautifully you will perceive everything." — Paramahansa Yogananda Details coming soon for this annual retreat hosted by our yoga teacher trainees! Registration Details All-Inclusive: Prices are all inclusive and reflect your accommodations, meals throughout the retreat, access to all retreat programs, […]