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Life Off the Mat: Finding Balance in Bengaluru

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Yoga is not just about the poses we hold for an hour. It is about how we show up for ourselves when the class is over. Here is a glimpse into the moments that keep me grounded.

Dressed in white for a Navaratri series photoshoot, a project that taught me so much about perseverance. This look reminds me of the clarity and peace I seek to cultivate in my yoga practice and share with my students.

A thoughtful moment during my Navaratri project. Completing this series was a personal victory that reminded me of my own strength, a feeling I hope to inspire in everyone who joins my classes.

Expressing myself through movement and traditional attire. This hand gesture, or mudra, is a storytelling element in dance, much like how we use our bodies in yoga to express and release emotion.

The feeling of accomplishment after finishing a personal project is incredible. This journey, like yoga, was about setting an intention and following through, even when I had doubts.

Finding a moment of peace in nature, sitting under a tree in Cubbon Park. Connecting with the earth is a simple way to ground your energy, a practice we often explore in my outdoor yoga sessions.

A candid smile during a day out. I believe that joy is a practice, and finding moments to laugh and feel light is just as important as the time we spend on the mat.

Feeling happy and relaxed in the park. My approach to yoga is all about finding that same sense of ease and comfort in your own skin.

Looking away in a moment of quiet reflection. Nature provides the perfect backdrop for introspection, helping to clear the mind and reset the nervous system.

The simple act of sitting barefoot on the ground can be incredibly restorative. This practice, known as grounding or earthing, is something I encourage to help reconnect with your body and the present moment.

I love expressing myself with jewelry and personal style. It's another way I practice self-love and feel confident in who I am.

About Life Off the Mat

You might see me teaching Vinyasa flow or painting a mural, but this is the real work. Whether I am sitting barefoot in Cubbon Park or managing a photoshoot, I apply the same principles of mindfulness I teach in my yoga classes. It is about making space for quiet reflection in our busy city lives.

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Pavna

Online classes & In-person sessions in BengaluruStarts from ₹1,000 per session

I am Pavna, a yoga instructor who is still figuring it out just like you. I wear many hats as an artist and mural painter, and I bring all of that chaos and color into my teaching. If you are tired of stiff studios and want a space where you can actually be yourself, we will get along just fine!