Discover the Ancient Science
of Kemetic Yoga
A Path for Every Body
Choose your path and experience healing, balance, and self-discovery
through the wisdom of Kemetic Yoga.
In-Person Classes
Experience Kemetic Yoga in a guided, in-person setting—using breath, posture, and stillness to restore balance, reduce stress, and support healing. (Chicago, IL.)
Teacher Training
Deepen your practice and train to guide others through Kemetic Yoga—rooted in ancient wisdom, breathwork, and the principles of Maat.
Virtual Classes & Community
Join live virtual classes and a global community to build your practice, stay consistent, and deepen your connection to Kemetic Yoga from anywhere.
African-Centered Tours
Journey to sacred sites in Africa and the diaspora—immersing yourself in culture, history, and Kemetic Yoga for a deeper connection to the source.
Blog & Resources
Explore teachings, insights, and guidance on Kemetic Yoga—deepening your understanding of the practice, philosophy, and path to alignment.
Authentic Merch
Wear and share Kemetic Yoga—apparel and tools that reflect the culture, wisdom, and commitment to living the practice on and off the mat.
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Upcoming Events
Annual Soul Yoga Fest Chicago
July 10 & 11, 2026
Join us for the ultimate yoga experience at Soul Yoga Fest, presented and organized by YogaSkills, Inc. Discover the benefits of yoga and connect with like-minded individuals. Vendor space is available.
Healing Sun Kemetic Yoga Retreat & Teacher Training in Jamaica
Every January & July
Step into an ancestral experience in Jamaica where breath, movement, and ancient Kemetic wisdom guide you back to balance, clarity, and inner peace. This is a space to slow down, reconnect, and realign with who you are.
October 16-26, 2026
The Mystic Brazil Tour of Bahia is a cultural, ecological, and spiritual tour of the most populous area of people of African descent outside of Africa in the world. Over 100 million people descended from Africa live in Brazil.
TRANSFORMATIVE JOURNEY
African-Centered Tours
Immerse yourself in transformative cultural and spiritual experiences across Africa and the diaspora.
Jamaica
An immersive Caribbean initiation into Kemetic Yoga™ combining full teacher training, ancestral healing, cultural exploration, and spiritual restoration in the sacred sun of Jamaica.
🗓 July 19 – 27, 2026
$2995
Brazil
A powerful cultural and spiritual immersion into the African heart of Brazil, where ancestral traditions, rainforest beauty, sacred rituals, and Kemetic practice converge.
🗓 Oct. 16 – 26, 2026
$2995
Egypt | Land of Pharaohs
A once-in-a-lifetime spiritual pilgrimage to Ancient Kemet, walking the sacred lands of the Pharaohs while studying the history and philosophy of the world’s root civilization.
🗓 Nov. 24 – Dec. 5, 2026
$4500
MEET THE MASTER
Let’s get down!
Yirser Ra Hotep is a healer, master instructor of Yoga, and the creator of the YogaSkills Method, with over 45 years of experience practicing and teaching.
As a pioneer in the field of Kemetic (ancient Egyptian) Yoga, Master Hotep has trained thousands of instructors worldwide and leads transformative tours to sacred sites across Africa and the diaspora.
EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC PRACTICE
In-Person Classes in Chicago
Join our intro to Kemetic Yoga classes and discover the transformative power of this ancient practice in a supportive community setting.
Intro to Kemetic Yoga – Drop-In
Experience Kemetic Yoga™ as ancient spiritual technology — a single in-person session to restore your breath, balance your body, and reconnect with divine alignment.
📍Chicago Cultural Center
🗓 Every Tuesday & Thursday
⏰ 6:00 PM Central (90 minutes)
$20/ Drop-in
Intro to Kemetic Yoga – Monthly
Commit to your healing with unlimited monthly access to in-person Kemetic Yoga™ classes rooted in sacred movement, controlled breath, and the principles of Maat.
📍Chicago Cultural Center
🗓 Every Tuesday & Thursday
⏰ 6:00 PM Central (90 minutes)
$20
Intro to Kemetic Yoga – Annually
Fully immerse yourself in a year of Kemetic Yoga™ practice — deepening your mastery of sacred postures, breathwork, and spiritual alignment through the YogaSkills Method™.
📍Chicago Cultural Center
🗓 Every Tuesday & Thursday
⏰ 6:00 PM Central (90 minutes)
$499
What Our Students Say
“From the first day I learned about a man of African descent teaching a yoga – I was hooked!”
Yeeskah R.
“It was exhilarating. As I moved with my breath I could feel waves of energetic awakenings occurring.”
Aunkh A.
“Thank you for your dedication to your craft – it was amazing to witness your deep understanding for this practice .”
Makhosi
Begin Your Journey Today
Whether you’re new to yoga or looking to deepen your practice, Kemetic Yoga offers a path to physical wellness, mental clarity, and spiritual growth.
INSIGHTS & STORIES
YogaSkills Blog
Explore ancient wisdom and modern practice through our collection of articles and guidance on Kemetic Yoga to enrich your journey.
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Back to Our Roots with MysticMag
Greetings fellow yogis and wellness enthusiasts! We just wanted to share some exciting news with you all. MysticMag, the go-to…
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Yirser Ra Hotep on His Story of Yoga on the Karen Hunter Show
Check out Master Hotep sharing some great insights about the origins of yoga on the Karen Hunter show.
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Understanding How Carbs Work in the Body
Carbohydrates are a substance contained in food or a category of nutrients. You have carbohydrates that are in their natural…