Sanskrit Courses

Learn Sanskrit online from the comfort of your home with access to university-level courses taught by world-renowned experts.

Sanskrit, one of the world’s oldest and most revered languages, is the foundation of India’s rich cultural, spiritual, and linguistic heritage. Known as “Devavani” (the language of the gods), it has been the medium for sacred scriptures, profound philosophical texts, and classical literature for thousands of years.

With its precise grammar, scientific structure, and deep etymology, Sanskrit continues to influence modern languages, literature, and even technology. It is the root of many Indian languages and holds immense significance in yoga, Ayurveda, and meditation practices worldwide.

Today, Sanskrit is not just a language of the past but a bridge to timeless wisdom. Whether in spirituality, linguistics, artificial intelligence, or education, its relevance continues to grow. Embracing Sanskrit means preserving a legacy of knowledge, science, and culture for future generations.

Featured Courses

Kavya: Meghaduta of Kalidasa

9-week course with shuddhiyogshala

About Meghaduta

The poem tells the story of a Yakṣa, a celestial being, who has been exiled by his lord and separated from his beloved. Overcome with longing, he entrusts a passing cloud to carry his message of love to her. As the cloud travels across India, Kālidāsa paints a vivid picture of the country’s landscapes, rivers, mountains, and cities, all infused with deep emotions and poetic beauty.

Basic Sanskrit Course

Basic introductory Sanskrit courses with shuddhiyogshala. Available for Self-Study.

The Devanagari Seminar

A 15-hour course with Seth Powell, designed to help you learn the Sanskrit alphabet and the Devanāgarī script in just 6 weeks.

Sanskrit for Yogis

An 18-hour course with Seth Powell, offering a clear and easy introduction to Sanskrit, specially designed for yoga teachers and practitioners.

Elementary Sanskrit

A live, three-term online Elementary Sanskrit program led by shuddhiyogshala

Elementary Sanskrit I

A comprehensive 12-week course led by shuddhiyogshala.

Elementary Sanskrit II

A comprehensive 12-week course led by shuddhiyogshala.

Elementary Sanskrit III

A comprehensive 12-week course led by shuddhiyogshala.

Intermediate Sanskrit

A live, three-term online Intermediate Sanskrit program led by expert instructors.

Intermediate Sanskrit I

A 9-week course on The Bhagavad Gita.

Intermediate Sanskrit II

A 9-week course on The  Ramayana.

Intermediate Sanskrit III

A 9-week course on Sanskrit Narratives: Echoes of the Brhatkatha

Advanced Sanskrit

Advanced Sanskrit language courses led by renowned scholars, designed for self-study.

Patanjalayogasastra: Pada 1

A comprehensive 27-hour online course conducted by Shuddiyogshala.

Patanjalayogasastra: Pada 2

A comprehensive 27-hour online course conducted by Shuddiyogshala.

Vedic Sanskrit

A comprehensive 27-hour online course conducted by Shuddiyogshala.

Vedic Sanskrit:

Defense Against the Dark Arts

A comprehensive 27-hour online course conducted by Shuddiyogshala.

Introduction to

Paninian Grammar

A comprehensive 27-hour online course conducted by Shuddiyogshala.

Paninian Grammar Level II

A comprehensive 27-hour online course conducted by Shuddiyogshala.