My Approach to Yoga: Practice & Philosophy
I believe that yoga is for everyone, regardless of where you are starting from. This is a look into how I teach—focusing on steady progress, using props to build a safe foundation, and finding joy in the practice, one day at a time.
This is what practice feels like for me. It's about finding that one point of stillness and strength, even when the world is upside down. This handstand is more than a pose; it's a conversation with myself, with the energy of Nataraja guiding the rhythm.
My role as a teacher is to offer support so you can find your own strength. Here, I'm using a chair and a block to help a student safely explore their alignment and balance. Props are not a weakness; they are tools for smart, sustainable practice.
This is the energy of our backbend workshop. We build trust in ourselves and each other, one drop back at a time. You can see me helping a student find the confidence to let go, while others in the class move into their own expression of Chakrasana.
This is what our online classes look like. Even from your own home, you get detailed guidance. Here, a student uses a chair to deepen her hip opening pose, showing that a dedicated practice is possible anywhere.
This was our International Yoga Day celebration. Seeing so many people come together to breathe and move as one is what it's all about. This is our yoga shala, our family, and I am so grateful for this community.
In this short tutorial, I break down how to use blocks to build a solid foundation for Shirshasana, or headstand. My goal is to make advanced poses feel accessible by teaching the correct method step by step, so you can practice safely.
I often say our asana practice should be like a coconut: strong and protective on the outside, but soft and light on the inside. This simple idea helps us find the balance between effort and ease in every pose.
The journey to Hanumanasana, or the full split, is one of patience. It’s not about forcing, but about consistently showing up and opening up bit by bit. This moment of finding the pose is a result of many small steps.
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My classes are centered around the 'coconut philosophy'—staying strong and active on the outside, but soft and light on the inside. We don't just chase extreme flexibility; I teach you to use props like blocks and chairs to make complex poses accessible, so you focus on proper alignment and breath rather than straining your body.
Yoga is not about perfection. It is about showing up when you feel tight, when you feel light, and everything in between. My journey from a shy student in Santacruz to teaching in Andheri and Malad has taught me one thing: consistency beats intensity every time.
My Teaching Method I focus on four pillars: Mobility, Flexibility, Strength, and Awareness. If you join my sessions, you won't find intimidating, impossible poses on day one. We start with basics. We use props—blocks, belts, chairs—not because we are weak, but because they are tools for smart practice. They help us understand alignment so we can progress without injury. Whether you are practicing backbends or working on your first headstand, I break the movement down into manageable steps.
The Community Our studio in Mumbai is more than just a place to sweat. It is a space where we support each other. Whether it is our strength training camps or our weekend intensive workshops for inversions, the goal is always the same: building a sustainable, long-term practice.
Who is this for?
- Beginners: If you have never touched your toes, that is fine. We start there.
- Intermediate Practitioners: For those wanting to polish technique or unlock specific poses like Chakrasana or Hanumanasana.
- Teachers: Mentorship programs for those looking to understand sequencing and the business of yoga.
Bas, keep showing up—hardwork karte rahena hey (just keep working hard). If you are ready to learn, I am here to guide you.
Ajinkya Meher
Namaste, I’m Ajinkya. I don’t believe in being a perfect teacher; I just want to be a happy practitioner. My classes are all about helping you find your own strength, whether we are working on inversions or just learning to breathe better.
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