In January 2015, while in a dark troubled place mentally and spiritually, which St. John of the Cross would call the Dark Night of the Soul, Steven felt the need to “do something different”. After listening to Russell Simmons discuss the need for everyone to practice yoga and meditation and to embrace a vegan lifestyle, Steven said, “ok – let me try this.” From following Yoga with Adriene YouTube yoga practices to actively being a part of the Sync Yoga and Wellness family in Dallas, TX, Steven found a vehicle in Yoga & Meditation that brought him into the light. As Steven found peace, healing, and self-love on the yoga mat, he felt convicted that yoga should be accessible to everyone. Little did he know that the conviction would move him to officially launch Yoga 4 Philly (Y4P) on April 23rd, 2019.

Since then, our impact has multiplied beyond our imagination, having serviced students in London, Haiti, Germany, Mexico, and all across the United States. As a result, Steven went on his annual retreat to dream again. He came back with a new name and a new vision and proposed it to the Board of Directors.

Having received the Board’s approval and support, on April 23rd, 2022, during our 3rd Year Anniversary celebration, Steven announced that the new name of our organization is now, Yoga 4 The World, where we exist to “make yoga and meditation accessible to everyone, everywhere“.

We are excited about our future, as we work to multiply chapters all across the United States and Internationally. 

Starting with our Yoga 4 Philly (Y4P) chapter, which will serve as a model for future chapters,  Y4P is dedicated to creating a safer, more supportive society in Philadelphia. Our mission is to make peace, love, and healing accessible through yoga and meditation. Y4P offers yoga and meditation classes for schools, nursing homes, community centers, shelters, businesses, and more. Y4P also offers private yoga and meditation classes and life coaching/counseling sessions in a 1-on-1 or group setting.