My personal daily practice of Ashtanga Yoga
My sadhana is where I find balance, learning to move with intention rather than perfection. Here is a glimpse into the practice that grounds me and informs how I teach.
Demonstrating a simple flow including Trikonasana (Triangle Pose) and Parsvakonasana (Side Angle Pose). In my sessions, the focus is always on moving with the breath and finding what feels good in your body, rather than achieving a perfect shape.
A personal morning practice of Surya Namaskar. The aim is not perfection, but 'abhyasa', the dedicated and consistent practice itself. Showing up on the mat with the right intention is the most important step in the journey.
Practice is a form of exploration. Here, in different sacred spaces, I'm reminded that yoga is not about the complexity of the pose, but about finding the quiet essence within. It's a continuous process of letting go and connecting to what truly matters.
About My Personal Sadhana (Practice)
You will notice that my practice isn't about reaching the most advanced variation of a pose. It is about abhyasa—the consistent, daily effort to return to the mat. Whether I am flowing through a primary series or taking a quiet moment of pranayama, the focus remains on the breath. This is the same philosophy I bring to my teaching: learning to listen to your body rather than forcing it into a shape.
Many people ask why I, as a teacher, still maintain such a rigorous personal sadhana. The truth is that teaching is an extension of my own journey. By showing up on the mat daily—even when the mind is chaotic or the body feels stiff—I am constantly reminded of what my students face. This practice keeps me humble and grounded in the traditional Ashtanga parampara (lineage).
When you look at these images, you aren't seeing a performance. You are seeing a process. My practice includes the Surya Namaskar foundation and deeper asana work, but these are tools, not the goal. The real work happens in the space between the movements. I often see students in Bangalore struggling with the idea that yoga requires a 'perfect' pose. My practice teaches me otherwise, and it is this insight that helps me guide you through your own blocks.
Whether you are looking to start your Ashtanga journey or want to deepen your existing practice, the goal is always to find that quiet center. We work on alignment, yes, but more importantly, we work on awareness. When we stop chasing the perfect shape, we start discovering the actual benefits of yoga—better sleep, reduced stress, and a stronger connection to ourselves.
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