--- title: "Certified Yoga Instructor in Mumbai | My Training & Philosophy" description: "Join my yoga classes in Andheri West, Mumbai. 500-hour certified instructor offering Hatha, Iyengar, and therapeutic yoga focused on alignment and inner peace." canonical: https://mytribe.in/_shindesonali6/yoga-instruction/my-yoga-journey-qualifications last_updated: 2025-08-20 --- # My Yoga Journey: Certified Training & Teaching Philosophy in Mumbai Tribe Verified · 500-hour certified yoga instructor in Mumbai By [Sonali Shinde](https://mytribe.in/_shindesonali6) · Studio classes in Versova & home visits across Mumbai · ₹1,200 per session (estimate) Part of [Yoga Instruction](https://mytribe.in/_shindesonali6/yoga-instruction). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/_shindesonali6/yoga-instruction/gallery) This is where it started—my path through years of dedicated training to bring an authentic, safe, and welcoming yoga practice to Andheri West. ## Photos and videos - ![A proud moment holding my 500-hour advanced yoga teacher training certificate. This qualification represents a deep dive into yoga philosophy, anatomy, and advanced teaching methodologies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/34d6ee08-a53e-461f-b489-edaf77b79824) - ![Receiving my certificate from my respected teachers. I am deeply grateful for the invaluable knowledge they shared in pranayama, asana alignment, meditation, and yoga philosophy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/25a07149-42c9-4c1b-8455-bb4d920bbbb0) - ![It was an honor to receive my qualification from the prestigious The Yoga Institute and learn under the guidance of Dr. Hansaji J Yogendra. This experience solidified my dream of becoming a yoga teacher.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d3c34cba-f1a8-4169-8cbf-05e987944feb) - ![A moment of prayer and gratitude at the opening of my own space, The Mantra Yoga Studio. This is a new beginning on my path to sharing the gift of yoga with others.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ef0725dc-e286-4789-b8b6-a26d9fb62c63) - [Video: A glimpse into a sacred puja ceremony during my yoga training. These spiritual practices are an integral part of the yogic path, connecting us to the deeper meaning behind the asanas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/68d983b8-f5dc-4750-9d1a-837fd6db3ff9) ## About My Yoga Journey & Qualifications My 500-hour certification is more than just a certificate. It represents hundreds of hours studying anatomy, alignment, and yoga philosophy, which I apply directly to every class to ensure your practice at Krida Sports Academy is safe, sustainable, and truly therapeutic. My path as a teacher began long before I opened The Mantra Yoga Studio. With 500 hours of intensive training from institutions like The Yoga Institute and Samyak, my focus has always been on deep, structural understanding. It taught me how to look past the surface, beyond the poses, to understand how breath, movement, and philosophy work together. ### Why My Certification Matters for You Whether you are joining my group classes in Andheri or a 1-on-1 session at home, this training is the foundation of every session. It is why I prioritize alignment modifications for every body type. If you are struggling with back pain, joint stiffness, or just want to build a sustainable daily practice, we use that knowledge to adapt every asana. ### My Philosophy I often tell my students: "Yoogaa karanyaasaathi tumcha vay kaay, vajan kiti, he paahanya peksha tumhi karnar ka, he vichar kara." (Don't worry about age or weight, ask yourself if you are willing to try.) This is the core of my teaching. It is not about looking a certain way on the mat, but about finding a space where you can breathe, heal, and grow. We don't chase the perfect pose. Instead, we use props like blocks and chairs, and techniques from Hatha and Iyengar yoga, to make sure the practice meets you exactly where you are today. If you are looking for a supportive space to learn pranayama or simply want to integrate movement into a busy city lifestyle, I am here to guide you. ## About Sonali Shinde I am Sonali, a born-and-bred Bombay girl who found my anchor in yoga. My studio is a space where we drop the perfectionism and focus on simply showing up, breathing, and finding balance in our daily lives. 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