The Beirut Yoga Sivananda Center first opened its doors on the 16th of October 2000. The idea of a center in Beirut was put forth by senior disciples of Swami Vishnu-devananda in 1997. It first seemed like a far off idea; however it became a reality by the Grace of God. The Center is located in a renovated flat of a building that dates back to the nineteen thirties. High ceilings with clear simple lines create a sense of space where people are welcome to learn Hatha Yoga and Vedic philosophy