Welcome to our yoga school, where we redefine the very essence of yoga to resonate with the needs of today’s world. In a fast- paced and demanding society, yoga has become a refuge for physical well-being and mental serenity. It has captured our attention as a powerful tool for fitness and relaxation, offering remarkable health benefits that rival conventional exercise methods. But yoga is much more than that.
Derived from the Sanskrit root ‘yuj, ‘ meaning union, yoga represents the profound connection between our limited consciousness and the expansive universal Consciousness. It is the gateway to self-realization, a transformative journey towards expanding our ordinary lives to embody the extraordinary.
Our approach to yoga is rooted in the present, addressing the challenges and aspirations of modern times. We understand that the practice of yoga goes beyond the mat, extending into your daily life, relationships, and personal growth. Our aim is to equip you with the tools and wisdom to navigate the complexities of the world with grace and resilience. Through the transformative power of yoga, we strive to cultivate not just physical fitness, but also compassion, mindfulness, innocence and a profound sense of interconnectedness.
Saurabh is the founder and owner of Akshara Yoga School. He inherited the legacy of their third-generation agriculture farm and is one of the farm caretakers. For many years the farm had witnessed a continuous rotation of seasons, sustaining generations with its soil. As time passed, the farm’s caretakers began to feel a deep calling—a yearning to harmonize their agricultural heritage with a sustainable future. Driven by the passion for both the land and holistic living, the farm underwent a remarkable transformation.
Embracing the principles of sustainability, the farm caretakers adopted practices like crop rotation, tree planting, organic fertilizers, and animal husbandry (particularly cows and buffaloes) to enhance soil health, protect biodiversity, and minimize environmental impact. The farm has since become a thriving ecosystem, producing healthy food while safeguarding the environment for future generations.
With a master’s degree in yoga nestled securely within his heart, Saurabh dreamed of creating a yoga school on their sustainable farm, where he could guide others towards the path of happiness through the ancient practice that had touched his own life so profoundly. In the summers of 2015, he travelled to Mysore for further yoga training and it is then when Varvara entered Saurabh’s life. She, too, shared his unwavering belief in the transformative power of yoga and the need to create a sanctuary for genuine seekers.
Together, they built Akshara Yoga School – a modern Ashram that would not just be a school but a sanctuary where people could live, learn, and grow in a nurturing environment. This high-vibration modern Ashram embodies the union of yoga and sustainability, providing a tranquil oasis for those seeking inner peace and holistic well-being.
In this unique setting, students of the yoga school not only practice the ancient art of yoga but also experience firsthand the interconnectedness of all living beings and emerge in the Indian culture and tradition. The farm’s sustainable practices become an integral part of their daily routine, teaching them to live mindfully, respecting the environment, and cherishing the gifts of nature.
“Great, nice and humble teacher and supportive loving family with a lot to share in a beautiful sceneries and atmosphere. If you want to learn yoga and to feel at home, we recommend you to go there ! Thank you all for your help, love and care.”
France
“Indeed, a great and wonderful 200 hours Yoga TTC in Akshara Yoga School with lots of new learning. The yoga training of 28 successful days reminds me that I have been part of something that is simply an amazing experience.”
Philippines
“It is a very beautiful and calming place. The environment is great and the school provides very good classes. The YTT was well organized and the food is organic, just from their garden, and very tasty. I had a great time being here!”
Netherlands
“The location , the owners, teachers and the food… everything is so perfect cannot be described in words. One has to come and experience. Don’t know how soon the days passed… I am going from here just not with the yoga certificate but also the glory of life. I wish Akshara to keep growing and flourishing.”
Mumbai
Akshara yoga school situated near Himalayas is a place of serenity, purity, and rejuvenation. This was my second visit as I enrolled myself to 200 Hr Hatha yoga TTC course. For me it was a journey of transformation. Delicious Indian cuisines (totally organic), lush green surroundings, fruit orchards ,relaxing open bathing area , spacious rooms are some of the luxuries you can enjoy. The teachers are full of knowledge and sincerity.
India
I enjoyed my time at Akshara Yoga School a lot. The organization is exceptional – everything was organized as soon as I stepped on Indian ground in Delhi Airport. All the food comes directly from the organic farm. Saurabh has all the knowledge in traditional Hatha and Yoga philosophy. Varvara has great experience as a teacher in the west and knows, which adjustments might be needed and what clients in the west expect. In this way I feel to have learnt both – tradition and modern style.
Switzerland
I have been at Akshara Yoga school for yoga vacation and it has been an amazing experience to me. The place is beautiful in the middle of nature, very green and peaceful. I have had yoga and meditation lessons both practice and theory, means the teachers there are well qualified. The school is very clean , room is comfortable and you have your own space. The food is delicious! I highly recommend for everyone and I will go back for sure!
Spain
One of the best yoga school in North India the location of this school is very good and perfect for yoga.
India
A great experience learning from an enthusiastic yet humble, wonderful teacher. Food here is great – straight out of their farm to our table, mainly organic.
Japan
The 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course intensive at Akshara Yoga School is nothing short of first rate. The program’s curriculum is comprehensive, focused, detailed, and well-organized, presented by the teacher, Saurabh Chaudhary, in an exceptionally steady manner that can be readily absorbed. No stone was left uncovered. I will be looking forward to returning to Akshara if a 300-hour or 500-hour course is made available there. Thank you so much!
USA
Without a doubt one of the main advantages of Akshara yoga school is it’s location. Amidst pure nature – your focus here naturally flows towards the main reason of your being there – Yoga. 200 hrs TTC is a well structured course, interlacing practicum with theory. Introducing important traditional and philosophical aspects of yoga it provides a solid and strong foundation. Saurabh, the teacher, has a good educational background and you can feel he is doing his work out of sincere love for yoga.
Slovenia
The Akashara Yoga School is a very good choice for those who want a different experience from the usual networks that can be found in Rishikesh or Goa.
The teacher is inspiring and experienced .. We discover quite quickly that he was trained at the university and he masters pedagogy, but above all he is an example of kindness and humility. Saurabh embodies the true spirit of Yoga and transmits it with great kindness and passion.
Switzerland
Competent teacher, friendly and helpful staff, many amazing trips and transfer from and to the airport included, delicious vegetarian organic food, beautiful landscape. What more could you want?
Germany
The passion that drive us on this transformative path is the cultivation of equanimity. Yoga, and indeed any spiritual path, is rooted in the aspiration to achieve a state of balance where we remain undisturbed by the ever-present dualities of life – the ebb and flow of good and bad, the pull of craving and aversion, and the spectrum of extremes that test our resilience.
From the Dhamma of Buddha to the Yoga of Patanjali, the highest value emphasized is equanimity. It is the jewel in the crown of spiritual growth, for when we attain this state of balance, often referred to as “samatva,” we ascend to the pinnacle of knowledge and action. This pinnacle is the compass that guides our journey towards happiness and well-being.
The essence of our mission as yoga teachers is to impart the wisdom and practices that lead to this sublime equilibrium. When your thoughts and actions transcend the dualities and extremes of life’s myriad situations, you are in a state of heightened awareness and profound balance. We teach yoga to empower you to discover the ease that arises when your thoughts and actions are grounded in the wisdom of equanimity, ultimately leading you to a life of real happiness and well-being.
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