Yoga Teachers At Akshi Yogashala

Vivek Arya

Founder Yoga Anatomy Pranayama Philosophy

As a young boy, Sri Vivek’s passion for yoga was quickly obvious to father, who started him on the path to understanding. His thirst for knowledge led him to 15 years of living in an ashram, and into the Himalayas to study yoga and philosophy. Inspired by his burning desire to learn, the sages welcomed him, and taught him mystic ways unknown to many. Today, Sri Vivek is pursuing his PhD in yoga, with a goal to never stop learning and dedicate himself to humanity.

Maya Om

Satsang Mantra Meditation Yoga For Women

Maya-ji’s journey through yoga began a decade ago with a fascination of meditation, mantras, and finding modern ways to practice the teachings of ancient Indian philosophy. That fascination inevitably led to practicing the physical asanas of yoga, with a specific focus on the styles of Hatha and Kriya yoga. After travelling throughout India to deepen her spiritual practice, Maya-ji landed in Rishikesh to complete her Yoga Teacher Training, which she has used to help students connect with the holistic source of yoga. In addition to meditation and yoga nidra, Maya-ji is Akshi’s in-house translator for Russian students.

Swami Atma

Meditation Philosophy Yoga Nidra

Swami Atma, also known as Swami Atmajnanananda Giri, came into this world in the year 1970 in Kerala. During his time in Kerala, he delved into the realm of homeopathy, dedicating himself to its study, and spent three years actively engaging in naturopathy practice. In the pivotal year of 1992, his path intersected with Nitya Chaitnya Yati, an eminent master of the South Indian spiritual tradition, and later, in 1998, he encountered Sudhi Chaitanya, a devoted disciple of the aforementioned master. These encounters served as transformative junctures in Swami’s life, leading him to make a profound decision to embrace the spiritual journey. In the year 2006, Swamiji received initiation at Kailash Ashram situated in Rishikesh. Embarking on a four-year sojourn as a sanyasa mendicant, he ventured far and wide. During this period, he accomplished his Vedanta studies at Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh, successfully completing the course in 2005. Swami imparts teachings centered around the principles of natural living, advocating for personal hygiene, conscientious living in harmony with the environment, and nurturing one’s mental and spiritual well-being through meditation.

Karamjit Sihag

Vinyasa Flow Anatomy Pranayama Meditation

Karamjit was born into yoga. His ancestors built a monastery for wandering monks and yogis to stay and practice yoga, and he was immersed in the teachings of yoga from childhood by his mother and father. Since then, his curiosity to go deeper has led him to Rishikesh, Mysore, the Himalayas, and even China, and he was determined to absorb the spiritual truth from each of these stages of life. Today, Yogi Karamjit is among the most respected practitioners of yoga and meditation, and he brings both intense willpower and a gentle touch to his teachings.

Sandeep Pandey

Pranayama Philosophy Meditation

Pandey Ji’s journey on the path of yoga began at the tender age of 11, when he became a devotee of Guru Swami Veda Bharti Ji in the Rama Sadhaka Ashram. In his younger years, he was a decorated medal-winning asana champion, but as he grew older, Pandey Ji’s name become deeply respected amongst yogis for his unique approach to teaching Pranayama and Meditation. Today, he is pursuing his PhD in yoga, and taking an authentic and holistic approach to sharing his knowledge with aspiring yogis.

Deepak Bhatt

Hatha Yoga Adjustment & Alignment

Meet Deepak Bhatt, an accomplished yoga instructor based in Rishikesh. Born and raised in a yogic Brahmin family, Deepak’s connection to yoga began in his childhood. With a Master’s degree in Yoga from Uttarakhand Sanskrit University and a 500-hour yoga teacher training certification from Yoga Alliance USA, Deepak Ji offers a wealth of expertise. Coming from a lineage of priest Brahmins, Deepak has been immersed in devotion, worship, and Vedic rituals from an early age. Chanting mantras and sacred hymns has been second nature to him. His yoga journey commenced under the guidance of a traditional Guru more than a decade ago, and he continues to embody yoga in every facet of his life. With a teaching experience dating back to 2013, Deepak has conducted numerous yoga teacher training courses in esteemed yoga destinations across India, including Rishikesh, Goa, and Dharamshala. Deepak’s knowledge extends beyond yoga; he has delved into Jyotish Shastra – the science of astrology – learning from an authentic master in the Guru Sishyan Parampara tradition. This knowledge enables him to guide students through yoga practice obstacles and life challenges using Vedic time calculations and astrology. Specializing in Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, and Aerial Yoga, Deepak’s expertise extends to alignment, adjustments of yoga postures, and the science of sequencing. With a calm and humble demeanor, he approaches each student’s yoga journey with a deep understanding of their body and mind, offering a positive and enriching experience that resonates with all who seek to learn from his vast wisdom.

Shobhit Ghanshyala

Hatha Yoga Vinyasa Flow Adjustments & Alignment

Shobhit began practicing yoga at a young age, having studied at various ashrams and yoga schools, including the Sivananda Ashram in Trivandrum and the Divine Life Society in Rishikesh. He is professionally qualified and holds many certifications and has taken many yoga courses and has experience teaching in various countries. Shobhit is a teacher at 200, 300 and 500 hour yoga teacher training courses. His teachings inspire and motivate students to deepen their understanding of yoga.