Yogi Kamal Singh, one of the best Ashtanga yoga teachers in India, is known for his motivating yoga classes at Tattvaa Yogashala - Rishikesh. A yoga class with Yogi Kamal includes powerful adjustments which safely teach students the depths of each asana. Yoga students come from around the world to take his classes and commonly practise with him for one or more months. The results are often profound; students have returned home with straightener backs and clearer minds. He is also a senior trainer conducting yoga teacher training and workshops internationally during the Indian off-season months. Yogi Kamal Singh is a native of Rishikesh, born and raised in the Yoga Capital of the World. Following the strict instructions from his Guru, he travelled the country for five years, studying with yoga gurus all over India. He holds high-level yoga certificates from organisations such as Bihar School of Yoga, Sivananda, Satyananda Academies, etc. He also earned a Master's Degree in Yoga Studies from Garhwal University.
Sunil Sharma trained in Traditional and Scientific Yoga from Kaivalyadham, Lonavala, a yoga institute of international repute. He is a Post Graduate of Psychology and has an International Diploma in Guidance & Counselling from the National Council Of Educational Research And Training (NCERT - New Delhi) and has been teaching yoga at various levels in India & abroad since 2001. Sunil has worked as a yoga instructor in different Senior Secondary Schools under the scheme "Promotion of Yoga in Schools" by the Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India, and has worked as Director of the Yoga Teachers Training Department in 'Yoga Summit,' Hangzhou, China. He has delivered lectures on Yoga & Philosophy, conducted Pranayama and Meditation workshops, Yoga Therapy sessions for employees of corporate houses, and Yoga Teacher Training courses from 2006 to 2010 during his stay in China. He has also worked as a yoga instructor at the Lakshmibai National University of Physical Education, Gwalior, India, and has conducted theory and practical classes for the students of Graduation & Diploma courses in yoga. He has proved himself highly effective against stress and various mild psychological disorders. His way of treatment and training has a unique personal touch. Sunil has written multiple articles on yoga for the health magazine - Niramaya Jivan. He has a profound interest in teaching the philosophical & psychological aspects of yoga. His areas of expertise are Asana, Pranayama, Meditation, and Yoga Counselling.
Born and raised in a traditional Brahmin family in the holy city of Rishikesh, Yogi Upendra Ji was introduced to yoga and ancient scriptures in his early childhood by his father, a Sanskrit scholar. He decided to pursue his studies further, travelling to the Bihar School of Yoga in Munger to complete a certificate course before studying Vedanta at the Yoga Vedanta forest academy at Sivananda Ashram Rishikesh. Here, he surrendered himself to perfecting his teaching and yogic discipline under the guidance of his Guru Swami Vishwa Rupananda Saraswati. Yogi Upendra Ji teaches Hatha yoga, pranayama, yoga Nidra, and Kriyas and his students love his calming presence and ability to see each individual's challenges. A class with Upendra Ji leaves one feeling calm, centred, and with a deep connection between mind, body, and spirit. Upendra Ji has travelled internationally, conducting workshops in China, Germany, Denmark, and Kazakhstan.
Born and raised in Rishikesh, Priya is a vibrant young lady studying the art of Ashtanga Vinyasa. If you have ever had the privilege of being in her class, you will understand this pocket rocket means business. She has been with Tattvaa Yogashala for 5 years, practising and teaching under the guidance of Yogi Kamal Singh and Yogi Sunil Sharma with dedication throughout. Guided by the Masters themselves, Priya is following in their footsteps. Her adjustments are precise, and the energy in her led Ashtanga classes is serious yet playful. She is passionate about working with her students, and her happiness at teaching shines through for all to see. She hopes to help her students to find the same joy in their practice as she does. She understands how to draw maximum effort from her students, so if you plan on taking her class, you best come prepared!
Anna Chhugani is a certified Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga instructor passionate about helping others to find balance and peace through Yoga. With over nine years of experience on the mat, Anna has a deep understanding of proper alignment and technique, as well as the ability to adjust to the needs of each student. She has a background in Ashtanga, Hatha, Mysore, and Prenatal Yoga styles from BKS Iyengar School of Yoga and Yogadarshanam Mysore. Anna has an unwavering belief in combining the physical aspects of Yoga. Her classes are filled with dynamic and creative flows that make the students feel refreshed. You can expect a safe, supportive environment in her classes, where you can explore your potential and find new levels of strength and flexibility. In addition, she motivates the students to achieve personal fitness goals. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or a beginner, Anna will help you grow in your training.
Naveen Bisht is an accomplished yoga teacher who has been teaching at Tattvaa Yogashala in Rishikesh for the past 5 years. With his extensive knowledge of yoga and years of experience, he has helped countless students deepen their understanding and practice of this ancient art. Naveen's journey in yoga began many years ago when he discovered the transformative power of this practice. He went on to study under some of the most respected teachers in India and has since become a highly skilled and knowledgeable practitioner. In his classes, Naveen brings a blend of traditional and modern approaches to yoga, focusing on alignment, breath, and mindfulness. He places a strong emphasis on proper technique and individualized instruction, ensuring that each student receives the guidance they need to reach their full potential. Naveen's classes are suitable for students of all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. His warm and supportive teaching style creates a safe and welcoming environment where students can explore their practice and connect with their inner selves. In addition to his regular classes, Naveen also leads workshops, retreats, and teacher training programs. His teachings go beyond the physical practice of yoga, incorporating meditation, philosophy, and the ancient wisdom of the yoga tradition. Naveen is a true ambassador of yoga, and his passion for this practice is infectious. Whether you are looking to deepen your practice or begin your journey in yoga, Naveen is a teacher who will guide you with compassion, expertise, and wisdom.
Meet Nacho Kaleta - a dedicated and passionate yoga teacher and practitioner with almost four years of teaching experience and nine years of practice. Nacho has taught yoga in a variety of environments, with the intention of spreading the knowledge and system of yoga as he has learned and experienced during his studies and practice around the world. Nacho specializes in teaching the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga system, emphasizing alignment and adjustments of posture to ensure the perfection of posture practice as well as to take students safely beyond their expected limits. Nacho also places focus on the psychological aspect of yoga, helping students to develop their own nature, discover their potential, and transform their lives through the practice. Nacho teaches with both power and grace, reflecting the inherent nature of the Ashtanga yoga practice.
Nacho's highlights include his wide range of adjustments and modifications with attention to alignment and detail to ensure safety and precision, his holistic knowledge of the yoga system, including postures, pranayama, history, Patanjali’s eight-limbed yoga, and meditation, his ability to connect with students with patience and empathy, and his wide range of adjustments for Ashtanga Primary Series and Intermediate Series. Nacho teaches to instill confidence and comfort in students, regardless of their level of practice, from complete beginners to more advanced.
Nacho's relevant experience includes teaching and assisting Ashtanga Mysore and Led classes at Tattvaa Yoga Shala, teaching Pranayama classes to develop technique and practice, and leading workshops and adjustment classes to help develop the practices and teaching skills of students. Nacho also worked as a yoga teacher trainer for a 200-hour yoga teacher training course with a focus on Ashtanga and Sivanada styles of yoga at Merkhaba Association of Yoga Teachers. Nacho taught Ashtanga yoga and Acroyoga classes at Sonia Blanco School of Dance and led Ashtanga yoga classes for all levels six times a week at Zen Samsara Yoga & Pilates Studio. Nacho also taught led classes of Ashtanga yoga, and the fundamentals and technique of Thai massage and Acroyoga at AcroYoga and Thai Massage Workshops. Nacho taught led Ashtanga yoga classes twice daily to a wide variety of practitioners, both locals and tourists at Matala Yoga Shala. Nacho also assisted and taught Ashtanga Mysore and Led classes at Tattvaa Yoga Shala and assisted in teaching Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training courses and workshops.
Nacho's relevant certifications and courses include a 500 Hour Ashtanga Yoga Teaching Certificate from Tattvaa Yoga Shala, a Hatha Yoga Intensive Course from Agama Yoga School, a Thai Massage Certificate from Sunshine Massage School, and an Ayurvedic Massage Certificate from Rasovai School of Ayurvedic Massage.
At Tattvaa Yogashala, all the yoga teachers are highly experinced and extremely proficient in their field of study.
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