Yoga Teachers at Yoga Samaadhi
Yoga teachers, and instructors at Yoga Samaadhi - RYS 200, RYS 300 & RYS 500
Acharya Chandramani
Acharya Chandramani believes in the natural flow of life and trusts what it brings for each of us. He trusts that all things are lead and guided by a divine force and he does his best with what life brings each day. He starts his day with meditation for a centered and peaceful state of the mind to welcome the day and to bring presence and mindfulness to his actions throughout the day. Not only does he love to share his vast Vedic knowledge with his students, he also brings the ancient philosophy that he learnt since childhood into his daily life through constant contemplation and translating it into mindful speech, thoughts and actions.
Acharya Chandramani was born in a traditional spiritual family. From his early age, he was naturally inclined and interested in following the traditional spiritual practices of the Vedas. At 8 years of age, he became a serious practitioner of the yogic principles of Swetambara Jaina tradition. Later he was initiated into the Vedic Sanskrit tradition by Swami Vivekananda at the age of 10 in Prabhat Ashram, UP, India. Acharyaji was fully dedicated to the teachings and daily discipline of the traditional Sanskrit gurukulam from childhood to adulthood. Later in 2004, he was initiated by Swami Veda into a meditative lineage of yoga and meditation as passed down by Swami Rama of the Himalayas at Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama, Rishikesh India. In his pursuit of academic education, he acquired a bachelor and master degrees in Sanskrit Literature and PhD in a well-known Yoga & Vedanta scripture known as Yoga-Vashishtha from Uttarakhand Sanskrit University. Acharyaji also holds 500 E-RYT and RCYT & YACEP from Yoga Alliance USA.
Acharya Chandramani served as a fulltime traditional scholar and yoga guide at Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama, Rishikesh from 2004 until 2018. He has been guiding worldwide yoga students into the Vedic Sanskrit literature and its philosophy and holding yoga retreats, yoga teacher trainings and yoga seminars for more than 25 years. Apart from his teaching interests, he finds his passion for writing on practical philosophy of life and for sharing his personal experiences. He has authored several books including “Insights into Yoga Psychology”, and “World Peace Prayers”. He also has been the editor of several publications including “The Unadorned Thread of Yoga: The Yoga-sutra of Patanjali”. As a lifetime dedicated practitioner, Acharyaji initiated into social welfare to serve humanity through his traditional knowledge and personal experiences. Currently, he is serving at a yoga and meditation centre as Founding Director of Yoga Vidya Mandiram Rishikesh, India and Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Expertise: Yoga Philosophy & Vedic Scriptures, Vedic and classical Sanskrit language, Meditation & Relaxation
Harshika Sharma
Harshika Sharma had a strong passion for sports and yoga from a young age, actively participating in numerous events throughout her secondary school years. During her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (BBA), Harshika consistently practiced yoga, finding peace and concentration through her routines. Inspired by these experiences, she decided to pursue the yogic path and earned her M.A. in Yoga from Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior. Her love for science led her to delve into yoga anatomy, physiology, yoga therapy, pranayama meditation and holistic wellness. She has participated in various national conferences, wellness seminars, and district and state yoga championships. After obtaining her M.A. degree, Harshika continued her education, completing her yoga teacher training under Yoga Alliance standards and her yoga therapy training in Bangalore.
Expertise: Yoga Anatomy & Physiology, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Therapy
Varun Agarwal
Varun Agarwal’s introduction to yoga was a life-changing event that helped him recover deeply. Yoga has had a profound and lasting impact on his life. He realized then that this was his calling in life and has kept learning ever since. After diligently studying yoga and other spiritual healing modalities in a variety of schools, Varun later graduated with a Master’s degree in Yoga at the highly reputed Uttarakhand Sanskrit University. He takes great pride in being able to impart the ancient knowledge and wisdom, deeply rooted in the Indian culture which has been passed down through many generations, to his students.
Since 2017, Varun has been leading Yoga Teacher Training Courses in India and beyond. Along with yoga asana, he also instructs students in mantras, philosophy, meditation and the art of instruction. Varun’s life’s mission is to spread the word about yoga in the hopes that it will have the same transformative effect on others as it has on him.
Expertise: Yoga Adjustments & Alignment, Yoga Asana (Styles: Hatha Yoga & Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga), Meditation, Teaching Methodology
Nishant Tyagi
Nishant Tyagi has been a dedicated yoga practitioner for over a decade. His journey with yoga began as a means to heal from depression and has since become a lifelong passion. Through the practice of yoga and its comprehensive philosophy, Nishant achieved a balanced state of mental, emotional, and physical health, leading to profound personal transformation. Inspired by his own healing, Nishant pursued advanced studies in yoga. He holds a 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification from the Yoga Alliance standard and on the path of pursuing a Master’s Degree in Yoga Science, complementing his extensive practical experience with formal academic knowledge.
Nishant’s teaching approach is deeply rooted in his personal experiences and professional training. He excels in yoga asana, with a particular focus on alignment and adjustments. His teaching style is characterized by a compassionate and attentive approach, encouraging students to be mindful during practices, listen to their bodies and avoid forceful movements. He adapts practices to meet individual needs, ensuring that each student can progress safely and effectively. Nishant has led numerous Yoga Teacher Training Courses in India. He is well-versed in various yoga styles, including Ashtanga Vinyasa, Hatha Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga and Iyengar Yoga. Besides asanas, Nishant’s personal studies and practice encompass pranayama, meditation, mantra recitation, and yoga philosophy. He occasionally teaches these disciplines as well, offering a holistic learning experience to his students.
Nishant’s passion for yoga extends beyond the mat. He regularly participates in wellness seminars, and yoga workshops and retreats, continually expanding his knowledge, especially in the topics related to healing through yoga and sadhana (spiritual practice). Nishant’s mission is to share the transformative power of yoga, helping others achieve physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. His students appreciate his empathetic nature, insightful teachings, and ability to make complex concepts accessible.
Expertise: Yoga Adjustments & Alignment, Yoga Asana (Styles: Hatha Yoga & Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga), Teaching Methodology
