Learning Pathways: Sanskrit
We integrate traditional Indian and modern Western methods to provide an interactive experience of learning Sanskrit.
These courses are ideal for beginners and those with some experience who would like to reinvigorate their studies. We focus on pronunciation and learning through sound, as well as reading, writing, grammar using chapters from Yogāvatāraṇam: The Translation of Yoga. Joining theory with practice, you can learn Sanskrit through video lectures, audio, and written material, with weekly assignments to help you learn at home.
Our Sanskrit courses feature three dedicated Zoom sessions.
Sanskrit I
In Sanskrit 1, we integrate traditional Indian and Western methods to provide an interactive experience of learning Sanskrit.
This course is ideal for beginners and those with some experience who would like to reinvigorate their studies. We focus on pronunciation and learning through sound, as well as reading, writing, and a little grammar using chapters from Yogāvatāraṇam: The Translation of Yoga.
Joining theory with practice, this course is taught through video lectures, audio, and written material, with weekly assignments to help you learn at home.
Dates: April 26 – June 20, 2026
Times: Synchronous zoom sessions held on May 7, May 21, June 4, June 18 at 10:30 a.m. PDT
Format: On-demand video and zoom sessions
Instructor: Dr. Zoë Slatoff
REGISTER FOR SANSKRIT I HERE
Sanskrit II
This course builds upon our Sanskrit: Level 1 course. We further develop our understanding through grammar and by chanting and translating verses from yoga-related texts.
We will study chapters 3 and 4 of Yogāvatāraṇam: The Translation of Yoga. This integrates traditional Indian and Western academic methods of learning.
Over nine weeks we learn masculine, feminine, and neuter nouns in all of their eight cases as well as more verbs and sandhi rules. Bhagavad Gītā, Haṭhapradīpikā, the Śivasaṃhitā, and popular mantras.
Now with dedicated Zoom sessions!
Dates: July 26 – September 19, 2026
Times: This course contains four dedicated live Zoom sessions with Dr Zoë Slatoff
Format: On-demand video and zoom sessions
Instructor: Dr. Zoë Slatoff
REGISTER SANSKRIT II HERE
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