Vedic Yoga Teachers

As a young boy, Sandeep ji was sent to a traditional spiritual school, a Gurukul. At the Gurukul he studied Vedas along with yogasana and pranayama. Seeking the inner self and true freedom, he started to explore and practice the deeper and subtler aspect of Raja Yoga. His unique approach to teaching meditation and pranayama and his dedication to ancient yogic wisdom earned him the respect of traditional Indian yogis. Sandeep holds a Master’s Degree in Yoga and Indian Philosophy from Uttarakhand Sanskrit University and is a guest teacher at the Banaras Hindu University and International Yoga Festivals. He has been sharing his experience with various students across the globe, inspiring people to follow the path to their most authentic inner self.

From an early age, Vivek ji began exploring spirituality. His deep interest in yoga led him to many years of living in an ashram in Rishikesh and to South India to pursue his studies in yoga and philosophy. Today, Vikek ji is pursuing his Ph.D. in Yoga reflecting his desire to keep learning and sharing sacred yogic wisdom. His calm attitude and humble demeanor offers students a positive and encouraging experience, supporting each individual on their own inward journey. With his profound knowledge and his dedication to the betterment of humanity, Vivek ji is indispensable to our community.

“The guru is within us. Look inside and grow.”

Rahul ji is a remarkable teacher who has always been a seeker. Growing up on a sugarcane farm near the capital of India, a series of experiences inspired him to leave his old life and explore his spiritual path. After visiting the holy place of Rishikesh for the first time, the town called to him and he started his life at an ashram there dedicating himself to self-exploration. He completed his Yogic education at a traditional spiritual school, Gurukulam. Since then he has passed on his understanding and experience of meditation and the depth of silence to numerous students. By teaching at different yoga schools and at International Yoga events in India, Nepal and Europe, he has shared his experience of the sacred inward journey with the world. Furthermore, his deep interest in the healing science of Ayurveda has brought him to live in Europe to teach it. Rahul ji creates a unique holistic practice integrating body, mind, and self and guides his students into the depths of their inner being.

“When one teaches, two learn. true teachers are like a fountain of peace, from which you drink.”

Our Asana Yoga teacher Subhash ji has undergone training in Mysore and Kaivalyadhama Lonavala and has honed his practice for years at Kishore Yoga Kendra Bangalore. Subhash ji has been sharing his deep knowledge of Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga internationally and locally. Specializing in Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga, his expertise encompasses alignment and the exact adjustments of yoga postures. Subhash ji is passionate about his lifelong study of Yoga and seeks to build a strong foundation for his students to improve and solidify their practice.

Deepak ji is an accomplished master-level yoga teacher who has been practicing Yoga since childhood. After finishing his BSc in Yoga Therapy at the University of Bangalore he continued his studies with a Master’s degree in Yoga from Uttarakhand Sanskrit University. Deepak ji’s deep knowledge is rooted in his lifelong experience and maintaining spiritual practice in everyday life. For the past decade, he has conducted several yoga teacher training courses all across India, including Rishikesh, Goa, and Dharamshala. Since one of his passions beyond yoga is Jyotish Shastra, the science of astrology, he uses Vedic time calculations and astrology to help his students with their individual obstacles and guide them towards a more mindful and conscious life.

“When you own your mind, peace is eternal.”

Originally from northwest India, Mukesh ji came to Rishikesh to study yoga. During this time, he earned a Master’s Degree in Yoga and continues his studies pursuing a PhD in the same field. Mukesh ji has been practicing Hatha Yoga for seven years and continues to embody yoga in every facet of his life, providing a great experience for each student attending his courses.

Our Music and Mantra Teacher Ram ji discovered his fascination for music at a very young age. Following this desire, he deepened his understanding of the Indian classical form and pursued a Master’s Degree in Music. In 2017, Ram ji founded Devotion Music, a classical music center in Rishikesh and offers Vedic Mantra Chanting, Vocal Lessons, Naada Yoga and teaches traditional instruments. In the same year, he launched his debut album Prathama, a contemporary approach to classical Indian music integrating traditional folk Bhajans and Kirtans. He introduces healing Mantra Chanting to his students to prepare body and mind for Yoga practice.

“I want people to feel connected within themselves and to the supreme almighty.”

Angi originally comes from the outskirts of Barcelona, Spain. On her first trip to India in 2018, she took a Yoga Teacher Training course and discovered Indian Traditional Dance for herself. Her enthusiasm for these ancient styles of dancing led her to explore further and deepen her experience. Soon after, she opened an Art and Dance Center in Spain to preserve this sacred piece of Indian culture. Angi ji often comes to Rishikesh to share her knowledge and inspires many people from all over the world to experience this beautiful art of expression and movement.