Indian-Trained, Authentic Knowledge
Meet Our Instructors
Our instructors didn't get weekend certifications. They trained for years at traditional Indian ashrams, bringing authentic guru-shishya transmission to your practice.
Why Instructor Background Matters
In modern yoga, anyone can become a "certified instructor" in a weekend. But traditional yoga was never meant to be learned this way. Knowledge was passed from teacher to student (guru-shishya parampara) through years of dedicated study. This transmission includes not just techniques but understanding, corrections, and insights that only come from immersive training.
Our instructors trained at established ashrams in India - Rishikesh, Mysore, Bihar. Not for certifications, but for knowledge. They lived the yoga lifestyle, practiced daily under masters, and absorbed teachings through years of dedication. This depth is what they bring to your practice.
The difference is immediately apparent. Classes aren't just exercise routines - they're guided practice with teachers who understand why each element matters, how to adapt for different bodies, and what yoga truly is beyond postures.
Our Teaching Team
Swami Ananda
Founder & Spiritual Head
20+ years teaching
Born in the Himalayas and raised by a master at an ashram in Rishikesh, India, Swami Ananda brings a lifetime of authentic yogic training. Recognized as a competent yoga instructor and spiritual guide with deep understanding of yoga philosophy, he has organized numerous camps, retreats, and workshops globally. Known as "a born healer," Swami Ananda has helped many restore health through traditional yogic techniques passed down through generations.
Deepika Bhairavi
Yoga & anatomy teacher
15+ years practicing, 10+ years teaching
Born in Himachal Pradesh in India's Himalayan region, Deepika has been practicing yoga since the age of 10. Her dedication earned multiple medals at state and national yoga competitions. A 500-hour certified yoga teacher, she studied under the renowned Mrs. Narvada Sood and various masters over many years. Her deep understanding of anatomy ensures safe, effective practice for students of all levels.
Rishi Raj Guru
Meditation Teacher
12+ years teaching
A native of Nepal, Rishi Raj Guru studied traditional yoga and naturopathy at Arogya Ashram in Kathmandu before completing academic studies in Alternative Medicine through India's Open University. Trained in Reiki and accomplished in healing practices, he brings unique expertise in the meditative and therapeutic aspects of yoga. His classes emphasize inner transformation through breath work and meditation.
Ratheesh (Shiva)
Yoga Teacher
10+ years teaching
Shiva brings the dynamic energy of traditional Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga, having trained extensively in Mysore, India at the KPJAYI authorized school. His classes are challenging yet accessible, blending traditional sequencing with modern alignment insights. His dynamic flow style encourages students to explore their edge while maintaining safety and integrity.
What This Means For Your Practice
Proper Alignment
Years of training means instructors see misalignment instantly. You get corrections that protect your body and deepen your practice. Not generic cues - specific guidance for your body.
Deeper Understanding
Know why you're doing each practice, not just how. Philosophy and context make asana meaningful. Questions get real answers from genuine knowledge.
Complete Practice
Not just asana - proper pranayama, meditation, and philosophy. Our instructors can teach the full system because they learned the full system.
Authentic Energy
Teachers who live yoga transmit something beyond instruction. The energy in the room is different. You feel it, even if you can't explain it.
Learn From Authentic Teachers
Experience the difference that proper training makes. Join a class with our Indian-trained instructors.