Traditional Spiritual Yoga Practice and Workshops
Yoga is a complete science for the body and mind. Join us to experience traditional practice through disciplined alignment, Sanskrit chanting, and a focus on self-study.
Teaching Natarajasana on the sacred banks of the Ganga river in Rishikesh. Practicing in nature connects us to a powerful, ancient energy.
Beginning our pelvic floor workshop with a small puja and chanting. Setting a sacred intention is the first step in any deep practice.
Chanting the Sangachhadhwam mantra with my students. We come together in practice, we speak with one voice, and we unite our minds in a common purpose.
We begin our practice by chanting the invocation to Patanjali, honoring the lineage of sages who gifted us this profound science of yoga.
Students practicing Eka Pada Urdhva Dhanurasana in the holy waters of the Ganga. This is an offering, a form of devotion and surrender.
A yoga class on the river bank in Rishikesh. The open sky and the sound of the river become part of our meditation.
Guiding students in Sirsasana by the Ganga. Inverting the body here feels like bowing to the earth and the heavens.
Ustrasana (Camel Pose) practice by the river. Opening our hearts in this sacred place is a profound experience.
About The Spiritual Path of Yoga
My approach to the spiritual path of yoga is not about casual stretching; it is about abhyasa, or consistent, dedicated practice. Whether we are in the studio at AumYogaShala in Gurgaon or practicing at a retreat, we begin with puja and chanting to set a clear intention. I use props like chairs and belts not to make poses easier, but to correct your skeletal alignment so that the energy can flow freely through your body.
Yoga is not just about physical flexibility. It is a system for purifying the mind and body, rooted in Sanatan Dharma. When you enter a space for our workshops, you will notice the difference immediately. It is quiet. It is focused. We are here for work, not entertainment.
The Science of the Practice
My teaching is strictly traditional. We work on the foundation—the alignment of the bones. If your skeletal structure is not stacked correctly, you cannot access the deeper asanas or meditative states. We use Iyengar style props—backless chairs, wooden blocks, and ropes—to build this foundation. This is a technical process. I provide hands-on corrections to ensure your posture is safe, precise, and anatomically correct.
Beyond the Mat
The spiritual path involves more than physical work. We incorporate:
- Sanskrit Chanting: We chant mantras like the Sangachhadhwam to unite our minds and breath before we move. This creates a collective energy that changes the atmosphere of the room.
- Intention Setting: Every workshop begins with a puja or a moment of silence. This brings focus to our practice.
- Sacred Space: Whether in our Gurgaon studio or during our retreats in Rishikesh, we treat the practice area as a temple.
If you are looking to refine your practice or learn the deeper philosophy behind the movements, you will find a home here. We are not here to perform; we are here to practice with sincerity and purpose.
Devender Bhardwaj
I am Devender, a student of the traditional path. My teaching is straightforward and demands your full attention, as we move beyond exercise into the realm of true *abhyasa*. Come ready to learn, sweat, and deepen your connection to your self.
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