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H.H. Sri Swami Satchidananda, famously referred to as the "Woodstock" Guru, is the founder of the Integral Yoga Institutes, International, and Satchidananda Ashram, Yogaville. He is considered by many to be one of the most revered Spiritual Masters of our time. Award Winning Producer Director Oliver Stone once suggested he is the Avatar of our Age. Invited to America by filmmaker,Conrad Rooks, who featured him in his film, "Chappaqua", and famed pop-artist, Peter Max, Sri Swamiji was one of the great Yoga Master's who first introduced Yoga to the U.S in the 60s. He was invited to preside over the original "Woodstock" festival, where he delivered a message of universal peace that helped to restore equanimity and harmony to the festivities.
During his lifetime, he has been the recipient of many renowned honors for his service, including the U-Thant Award, and the Albert Schweitzer Humanitarian Award. One of the eminent leaders of the Ecumenical Movement, he has been internationally recognized, respected and loved for his tireless dedication to the cause of universal understanding and peace throughout the world. His devotees include many other luminaries in the film and music industry, including Carole King, Alice Coltrane, Felix Caveliere, John Stewart, Diane Ladd, Laura Dern, Lindsay Crouse, Sally Kirkland, Tara Guber, Jeff Goldblum and Billy Bob Thornton.
