Veterans Yoga Project

About Veterans Yoga Project

The Veterans Yoga Project is a nonprofit organization founded in 2014 to support the health and well-being of military veterans and their families through the practice of yoga and mindfulness. The organization focuses on trauma-informed yoga as a complementary approach to physical, mental, and emotional wellness for those impacted by military service.

Who the Organization Serves

Veterans Yoga Project serves military veterans, active-duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and military family members. Programs are designed to be accessible and supportive for individuals managing stress, injury, post-traumatic stress, and the challenges of transition and reintegration.

What the Organization Does

• Provides trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness programs for veterans and military families
• Trains yoga teachers and clinicians in veteran- and trauma-aware practices
• Offers in-person, virtual, and on-demand wellness programming
• Partners with VA facilities, nonprofits, and community organizations
• Promotes research and education on yoga as a complementary wellness modality

Where the Organization Operates

Veterans Yoga Project operates through a national organization delivering programs across the United States via local partners, studios, VA facilities, and online platforms. Virtual and on-demand offerings enable participation regardless of geographic location.

Participation and Eligibility

Veterans Yoga Project is not a membership-based organization. Participation is based on eligibility for wellness programs.

• Programs are generally open to veterans, service members, and military family members.
• No combat service or wartime service is required to participate.
• Some programs may be offered at no cost or at reduced cost depending on funding and partnerships.
• Participation requirements may vary by program format and delivery partner.

How Participation Is Structured

Participation is structured through scheduled classes, workshops, instructor training programs, and on-demand content. Individuals may engage through local partner sites or directly through Veterans Yoga Project’s virtual offerings, supported by trained instructors and trauma-informed guidelines.