irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $29KTEACHER TRAINING - SEE ATTACHMENT TO SCHEDULE O
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Beginner's Series
Three-week introductory program covering foundational Iyengar Yoga postures and actions for new or returning students
Level-Based Yoga Classes
Structured progression of classes from Beginner (Level 1) to Advanced (Level 4), focusing on alignment, postures, inversions, and self-practice
Online and In-Person Classes
Live Zoom and in-studio classes held at 150 W 22nd Street, Chelsea, Manhattan, offering flexible access to Iyengar Yoga instruction
Teacher Education Program
Two-year program offering 150+ hours of training in Iyengar Yoga teaching methodology, anatomy, and philosophy, including classroom observation and practice
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Tai Chi and Mind-Body Wellness Instruction 3 activities
- Deliver beginner and foundational yoga instructionOffers a 3-week beginner's series covering foundational postures and actions from Level 1 Iyengar Yoga classes, designed for individuals of all ages, body types, and fitness levels.
- Operate a teaching institute for Iyengar YogaRuns a dedicated Iyengar Yoga institute in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan that serves as the central location for in-person and hybrid classes, teacher training, and community programming.
- Provide Iyengar Yoga classes to the publicOffers in-person, online, and hybrid yoga classes emphasizing strength, stamina, flexibility, balance, concentration, and meditation in action, following a structured curriculum with four progressive levels based on B.K.S. Iyengar's teachings. Classes are held at the institute in Chelsea, Manhattan, and delivered via Zoom, with options for new students and members including discounted rates and access to recordings.
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Teacher Professional Development 1 activity
- Conduct teacher training and education programsRuns a two-year Teacher Education Program totaling approximately 150 course hours delivered weekly from September through June, including supervised observation and assistance in Level 1 classes for second-year trainees. Also provides free attendance at Sunday Benefit Workshops and access to Continuing Education sessions.
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Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
- Offer membership benefits and community eventsProvides membership benefits including discounted class rates, access to class recordings for 7 days, a bi-annual subscription to Yoga Samachar magazine, and access to free classes and events exclusively for members.
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Spiritual Development & Meditation Programs 1 activity
- Organize international yoga study tripsPlans and leads international yoga retreats and study trips to destinations such as Cambodia, Bali, and Turkey under the program name Yoga Out There.
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Trauma-Informed Yoga and Mindfulness Programs 1 activity
- Provide specialized yoga classes for specific populationsOffers tailored yoga instruction for individuals living with HIV/AIDS and those with specific physical needs, ensuring accessibility and therapeutic support.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Participate in teacher certification and assessmentEngages in the formal assessment and certification of Iyengar Yoga teachers through the IYNAUS Certification Committee, contributing to national standards in teacher qualifications.
- Support national and regional yoga association developmentPlayed a foundational role in establishing the Iyengar Yoga National Association of the United States (IYNAUS), the Iyengar Yoga Association of Greater New York, and Iyengar Yoga Institutes in San Francisco, San Diego, and New York.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.56M
Contributions & grants$234K15%
Program service revenue$1.27M81%
Investment income$24K2%
Other revenue$34K
expenses
Total expenses$1.38M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$387K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$2.22M
Cash$890K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.33M
Net assets$894K
Liquid reserves7.8 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +18.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| RONALD GROENENDYK | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (Resigned on April 30, 2024) | 40 | $52K |
| SHARIB KHAN | INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 15 | $5K |
board members · 8
- ANEESHE DESHPANDE — PRESIDENT
- ANNA IACUSSI — BOARD MEMBER
- PEGGY WALLACE — TREASURER
- RON BOZMAN — BOARD MEMBER
- SCOTT EVANS — VICE PRESIDENT
- STEPHANIE PERRY-BUSH — BOARD MEMBER
- SURESH NAIR — BOARD MEMBER
- VIRGINIA SCHUBERT — SECRETARY
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- B.K.S. Iyengar Partner — Organization is based on the teachings and method developed by B.K.S. Iyengar.
- BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute Pune Network — Ameesha Grewal holds a diploma in Iyengar Yoga awarded by the BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute Pune.
- Golden Seeds Partner — Peggy Wallace served as Co-CEO of Golden Seeds, an investment firm focused on women leaders and early-stage investing.
- Housing Works Partner — Ginny Shubert co-founded and serves as Senior Advisor on Policy and Research for Housing Works, a nonprofit addressing homelessness and AIDS.
- IYNAUS Network — Dual membership and resource-sharing partnership with the national Iyengar Yoga organization
- Iyengar Yoga Institute of New York Partner — Hosts faculty and programming in association with IYAGNY.
- Iyengar Yoga National Association of the United States Network — Founding affiliation and ongoing participation in teacher certification and national organizational activities.
- Yoga Out There Partner — Program through which international yoga study and cultural exchange trips are organized.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Alignment-Based Holistic Yoga for Transformative Development 25 orgsmethodology: holistic_alignment_yogaBy integrating precise physical alignment with mental focus and breath awareness, this approach treats yoga as a holistic science and philosophy that produces transformative personal development because it aligns body, mind, and spirit through disciplined, experiential practice.shared approach: Mind-Body Resilience Through Holistic Practice →
- Progressive Education Model for Lifelong Learning 25 orgsmethodology: progressive_education_modelBy using a structured, level-based curriculum grounded in the art, science, and philosophy of B.K.S. Iyengar, the organization supports sustained personal and educational development because it enables incremental mastery and long-term student engagement through methodical sequencing.shared approach: Mind-Body Resilience Through Holistic Practice →
- Teacher Excellence and Training for Instructional Consistency 25 orgsmethodology: teacher_excellence_modelBy developing high-standard teacher training and supporting teaching excellence, the organization ensures quality and consistency in Iyengar Yoga instruction because well-trained teachers are essential to safely transmitting the method’s holistic, alignment-based approach.shared approach: Mind-Body Resilience Through Holistic Practice →
- Tradition-Based Pedagogy Rooted in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras 25 orgsmethodology: tradition_based_pedagogyBy grounding instruction in the philosophical and traditional framework of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, the organization produces deep, sustained engagement with yoga as a spiritual and intellectual discipline because it connects practice to classical Indian wisdom and long-term pedagogical development.shared approach: Mind-Body Resilience Through Holistic Practice →
- Universal Accessibility Through Adaptive Alignment 25 orgsmethodology: universal_accessibilityBy employing precise alignment and adaptive techniques, the organization makes yoga accessible to all individuals regardless of age or physical condition because it prioritizes individual capacity and safety, enabling broad participation in holistic well-being.shared approach: Mind-Body Resilience Through Holistic Practice →