Sama was founded in January 2011 as the first fully donation-based yoga center in Greater New Orleans. From the beginning, our vision was clear: to offer a high-quality studio experience that no one would be priced out of.
 

We’re a small, welcoming space that nurtures community and shared learning. We love gathering to study dharma and to investigate our minds through meditation, usually with a side of tea and food. 
 

Sama thrives through Karma Yoga, the practice of selfless service. Everyone who teaches or tends to the space does so as a volunteer. When you visit, take a moment to thank them, or ask how you can join in.

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Over the years, countless people have practiced, learned, and volunteered at Sama, sustaining it entirely through donations and shared care. Every contribution—of time, presence, or resources—helps keep this space alive for all.