MASTERS & TEACHERS

Devki Desai began her study and practice of Iyengar Yoga in Mumbai at the age of 19, under the direct guidance of Sri BKS Iyengar. In 1988, marriage brought her to Pune and gave her the opportunity to further deepen her studies at RIMYI, under Guruji, Geetaji and Prashantji.For more than twenty years, she has been teaching at the mother institute. Her teaching journey began with women and children, at the behest of Guruji. She accompanied Geetaji in 2003 to South Africa, New Zealand, and Australia for national conventions. In 2009, she was blessed to accompany Guruji to Russia.

Stewart Gilchrist is known throughout London for his popular, fast-paced and fiery classes. He infuses his high energy and challenging teachings with yogic knowledge, banging beats, as well as his unique charisma, humour and gift of the gab!

Vinyasa workshop. Based on the Ashtanga and Iyengar tradition, his classes include an emphasis on breath, a steady stream of verbal suggestions and strong physical adjustments. For open-minded students looking for a challenge, Stew’s classes will push you to take your practice further. Stewuruji applies the ancient teachings of yoga to the modern world to create a thought-provoking class. Stewart talks the whole sequence throughout the class. Asanas are not demonstrated.

Yogi Kamal Singh is known for his energetic and motivating Ashtanga classes at Tattvaa Yogashala, an inspired yoga hall overlooking the Ganges River in Rishikesh, India. A class with Kamal includes powerful adjustments which safely teach students the depths of each asana. Students come from all over the world to take his classes and commonly practice with him for one or more months at a time.

Ashtanga Yoga asana practice masterclasses. The results of Kamal’s classes are often profound, students have returned home with straighter backs and clearer minds.

Dr Parthasarathy is a practicing Ayurveda Vaidya, Director & Chief Medical Officer of SDJ Ayurvedalaya. Dr. Parthasarathy completed his 6 year Ayurveda Training from the reputed Ayurveda College of Arya Vaidya Pharmacy (AVP) affiliated to Dr MGR Medical university In 2014 , Founder Pujya Swami Dayananda Saraswati entrusted him with the independent responsibility of setting up SDJ Ayurvedalaya under the aegis of the Sruti Seva Trust. Prior to this, he headed the International Training Academy and the Mangarai branch Hospital of Arya Vaidya Pharmacy (AVP) and served as the Course Director.

Ayurveda teachings and Q&A session. A transformative journey spread across three days, delving into the fascinating world of Ayurveda, focusing on self-assessment of health and exploring the best practices in Ayurvedic lifestyle and nutrition for optimal health and well-being. The talks will shed light on Dinacharya (daily routines) and Ritucharya (seasonal routines), and how to unlock the secrets to a balanced and harmonious life. Additionally, I aim to dispel common myths and fads prevailing in the modern world, drawing upon the wisdom of Ayurvedic scriptures to provide a solid foundation of principles and practices.