--- title: "Ashtanga Yoga Lineage: Authentic Training with Tanya" description: "Discover my Ashtanga yoga lineage and the traditional Mysore method. I offer authentic training rooted in years of study, helping you build a sustainable practice." canonical: https://mytribe.in/ashtanga.tanya/online-ashtanga-for-beginners-course/my-teachers-the-ashtanga-lineage last_updated: 2025-09-21 --- # My Ashtanga Yoga Teachers and Lineage Tribe Verified · Trained in the classical Mysore lineage By [Tanya Lymar](https://mytribe.in/ashtanga.tanya) · Online sessions via Zoom · ₹4,500 per course (estimate) Part of [Online Ashtanga for Beginners Course](https://mytribe.in/ashtanga.tanya/online-ashtanga-for-beginners-course). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/ashtanga.tanya/online-ashtanga-for-beginners-course/gallery) Yoga is a practice passed down through generations, not just learned from a screen. Here is a look at the teachers and the traditions that shape how I teach today. ## Photos and videos - ![A precious memory with my teacher, Paramaguru Sharath Jois. His dedication to preserving and sharing the Ashtanga method has created a global community and made this practice accessible to millions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08a8c357-9aa6-4c6d-bcda-560d84295860) - ![Receiving a blessing from my Buddhist teacher, Geshe Tsering. His teachings on compassion and wisdom are a guiding light on my path.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/988ad0d4-fb02-4335-8486-8b6f0268c57c) - ![Why do we need teachers now? Because a teacher provides support, shows us our potential, and gives us the technical guidance we need to progress safely.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7a3aabfd-dbb6-4cd7-8c2a-2a71f59edd1e) - ![A teacher provides adjustments and guidance that you cannot get from a video. This hands-on approach is a hallmark of the Mysore style of teaching.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cd2b4206-3a7d-4644-a942-2e79f96272d0) - ![In memory of our Guru, Sharath Jois. His presence and teachings inspired us all to practice. We will always remember him.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/567685d2-42a9-4e66-a5f0-a000abbf9e4d) - ![Happy Guru Purnima. This is a photo of my teacher, Geshe Tsering, as a young monk. I am so grateful for the teachings he shares so generously.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/02460a5d-f0a5-457d-8871-c73ab35f5e72) - ![My student ID card for the Sharath Yoga Centre. Each trip to Mysore is an opportunity to dive deeper into the practice and learn as a student.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/72a24cf3-c174-49d2-af5e-be4c51ecf9e0) - [Video: A glimpse of life in Mysore. It's more than just a yoga trip; it's a full immersion into a community dedicated to practice and self-discovery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fe453ed8-9fbc-4b70-b516-40c70d6d541f) - ![With fellow yogis at the Ashtanga Yoga Center of Bangkok. The global Ashtanga community is a source of friendship and support.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ce1035a9-30f3-4a5d-aa76-83f56138c757) - ![A photo with my dear friend and fellow practitioner. The connections we make on this path are so precious.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b69288bd-cacf-4036-91c5-faabaee8f6f5) - ![A screenshot from a video call with my teacher. He reminds me that generosity isn't just about material things, but also about sharing knowledge and helping others.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7c06f26d-454c-4ffb-90de-2d583235bd81) - ![Meditating in a cave with my teachers and friends. These experiences of practicing together in sacred places are deeply transformative.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/77359e65-bb7d-4582-bcb7-c2481c8512a4) - ![Our personal altar, a space for remembrance and gratitude for our teachers. The support within the Ashtanga community is a powerful force.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/259cad34-c9f9-46df-9a04-b4637397174c) - ![A tribute to the feet of the Guru. Sharath Jois created a special place in Mysore for students to explore their spirit. His contribution is immeasurable.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f90b8f43-6595-47c7-be5f-880bb827e5e1) - ![The steps leading up to a temple in India. The path of yoga is a journey, step by step, toward greater understanding.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/44e0a3a5-ce61-40a6-87a8-cd9583f56a41) - ![An offering at a temple at night. These rituals are a way to express gratitude and connect with the spiritual dimension of life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e7b3ff60-5a00-4d77-861d-0e9ed256a708) - ![My journey into Buddhism started when my old logic failed me. It offered practical tools to work with my mind and understand why we suffer, and how we can be happy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e2d0953-59f6-4f65-9f57-a8bc1d48ce40) ## About My Teachers & The Ashtanga Lineage In a world of quick tutorials, it is easy to forget that yoga is a lineage-based practice. I still look to my teachers—Paramaguru Sharath Jois and Geshe Tsering—for the guidance that I pass on to you. Whether it is adjusting a posture or understanding the depth of Buddhist compassion, these lessons are what keep my own practice real and grounded. Modern yoga can feel isolated, like you are just following a screen. But Ashtanga is a traditional method, meant to be taught from teacher to student. My journey has taken me from Kyiv to the Sharath Yoga Centre in Mysore, where I spent years learning not just how to move, but how to listen to the breath and the body. When I teach online or in my private sessions, I am not just teaching shapes. I am sharing the techniques passed down through this lineage. You might be practicing in your living room, but the instructions I give—on Tristhana, or the coordination of breath, posture, and gaze—are rooted in the same principles I learned from my teachers. Beyond the physical, there is the philosophy. My Buddhist teacher, Geshe Tsering, has shaped my perspective on compassion and patience. These are the tools that help me stay consistent, especially as a mother. If you are looking for more than just a workout, if you want a foundation that supports you through life's ups and downs, that is what we build together. ## About Tanya Lymar I am Tanya. I started out chasing perfection, but yoga taught me to embrace the messy reality of being a mom and a student. Now, I simply share what I have learned from my teachers, helping you find your own practice—wherever you are. 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