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Yoga Alliance Certified Faculty · Tapovan, Rishikesh

Our Certified Yoga Teachers

Every great yoga journey starts with a great teacher. At Rishikesh Yog Nirvana, our teachers are more than certified. They live and breathe yoga every day. Each one brings their own story, energy and skill. They guide you through the poses, and then deeper, to peace, balance and awareness.

All teachers Yoga Alliance certified · E-RYT 200 / E-RYT 500 · 8-10+ years teaching experience · Students from 30+ countries

Sajan Negi — Meditation & Yoga Philosophy teacher at Rishikesh Yog Nirvana
E-RYT 200 · M.A. in Yoga · Co-founder Meditation & Yoga Philosophy

Yogi Sajan Negi

Calm, grounded and deeply intuitive. That’s Yogi Sajan Negi. He holds a Master’s degree in Yoga and E-RYT 200 certification. He is one of those rare teachers whose very presence feels like meditation. He was drawn to philosophy and meditation from an early age. Sajan has given his life to helping others find inner peace. He’s known for his soothing voice and the sacred calm he brings to each class. When he chants mantras, the mood in the room shifts. It turns calm, focused and full of meaning. His classes aren’t just about learning techniques. They’re about learning to let go. He uses simple but strong meditation methods. They help students release negative thoughts and find stillness.

10+ Years Teaching · Co-founder · Alignment Master Ashtanga Vinyasa & Body Alignment

Manish Thapliyal

Meet Manish Thapliyal, our master of alignment and Ashtanga Vinyasa. His students often praise his deep grasp of body alignment and posture correction. He has over 10 years of teaching experience. Over the years he has learned to modify asanas to suit each student’s level and need. His classes show his deep knowledge of Ashtanga Yoga and the body’s natural movement. They help students practice safely and well. He is known for his precision and friendly teaching style. He is one of the most respected teachers in Rishikesh.

Manish Thapliyal — Ashtanga Vinyasa teacher at Rishikesh Yog Nirvana
Priyanka Karki — Ashtanga Vinyasa teacher at Rishikesh Yog Nirvana
8+ Years Teaching · Ashtanga Specialist Ashtanga Vinyasa

Priyanka Karki

Priyanka Karki is young, full of energy and deeply devoted to her practice. She has taught Ashtanga Yoga for over eight years. She is one of Rishikesh Yog Nirvana’s most loved and inspiring teachers. A true symbol of women’s empowerment, Priyanka motivates her students every day. She makes even the hardest asanas clear and simple. Her zest, patience and drive to grow make her a constant inspiration.

M.A. in Yoga · 8+ Years · International Workshop Leader Vinyasa Flow & Hatha Yoga

Yogi Deepraj Bhandari

Yogi Deepraj Bhandari was born in the spiritual city of Rishikesh. He carries the spirit of yoga into his daily life. He holds a Master’s degree in Yoga and has taught for over eight years. His focus is Vinyasa Flow and Hatha Yoga. His deep knowledge of Hatha Yoga has taken him abroad to lead workshops. His classes are known for smooth flow between poses, mindful breathing and a warm, friendly mood.

Deepraj Bhandari — Vinyasa Flow & Hatha Yoga teacher at Rishikesh Yog Nirvana
Heena Thakwani — Teaching Methodology teacher at Rishikesh Yog Nirvana
E-RYT 500 · 10+ Years Wellness & Teacher Training Teaching Methodology & Wellness Training

Heena Thakwani

Heena Thakwani has over 10 years of experience in the wellness field. She holds an E-RYT 500 certification. She specializes in Teaching Methodology. She guides students who want to become confident, skilled yoga teachers. Heena is known for being friendly and supportive. She makes sure every student feels heard and encouraged through the whole training.

Vedanta Scholar · Arsha Vidya Peetham Lineage Yoga Philosophy & Vedanta

Swami Shivabrahmananda Saraswati

Swami Shivabrahmananda Saraswati chose a path of deep spiritual learning at the young age of 19. He gave up material life to follow the way of truth and self-realization. His knowledge is rooted in the Bhagavad Gita, Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Samkhya and Vedanta. He spent three years in ascetic practice on the banks of the holy River Narmada. Later he completed a three-year Vedanta course at Arsha Vidya Peetham in Rishikesh. It is part of Dayananda Ashram.

Swami Shivabrahmananda Saraswati — Yoga Philosophy & Vedanta teacher at Rishikesh Yog Nirvana
Chirag Bhatt — Yoga Anatomy teacher at Rishikesh Yog Nirvana
M.A. in Yoga · Anatomy Specialist Yoga Anatomy

Chirag Bhatt

Chirag Bhatt is our anatomy guru. He holds a Master’s in Yoga. He has wide experience as both a gym trainer and a teacher. He shows clearly and precisely how each body part works in yoga. His classes help you see what’s going on under the surface of each movement. Your practice then becomes safer, better informed and deeply rooted.

Watch Our Teachers in Action

Co-founder Manish Thapliyal teaching body alignment, and short clips of hands-on adjustments in class.

Video thumbnail: Body Alignment Class with Manish Thapliyal

Body Alignment Class with Manish ThapliyalWatch on YouTube

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