Adiyogam · Arambol, North Goa, India
The People Who Will Guide Your Transformation
At Adiyogam, our teachers are not instructors — they are devoted guides who have each walked the path they now illuminate for others. Across Hatha, Iyengar, Aerial, Meditation, Ayurveda and beyond.
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Core Faculty
10+
Traditions Represented
200+
Years Combined Experience
60+
Countries Taught In
"Our teachers walk the path they illuminate — bringing depth, lineage and genuine devotion to every session they hold at Adiyogam."
10+
- Years Teaching
Certified
ERYT-500 · YACEP
Founder & Lead Teacher
The Inspiring Journey of Bharat Ram: From Yoga Enthusiast to Adiyogam Visionary
From Yoga Enthusiast to
Adiyogam Visionary
Founder · ERYT-500 · YACEP · M.Sc. Yoga Science (SVYASA)
ERYT-500 · Yoga Alliance USA
YACEP Certified
QCI Level 2 · AYUSH Ministry
M.Sc. Yoga Science · SVYASA
NET (Yoga) · UGC India
Discovering Yoga’s True Essence
Bharath Ram, the visionary founder and soulful force behind Adiyogam, has always walked a path deeply intertwined with the sacred traditions of Yoga. Inspired by the cosmic dance of Nataraja, Bharath’s entry into this ancient realm was never about mere physical postures—it was a call toward profound internal transformation.
Earning his Master’s Degree in Yoga from the prestigious SVYASA University served as a pivotal turning point. It shifted his perspective entirely, embedding Yoga into his DNA and inspiring his core philosophy: Yoga is never just a “workout”; it is a sacred “work-in.”
Challenges, Resilience, & The Sacred Arts
Life’s inevitable personal and professional hurdles did not break Bharath; instead, they became the ultimate testing ground for his practice. Turning inward, he found his unshakeable anchor by integrating ancient physical conditioning with profound mental stillness.
As a dedicated Kriya Yoga practitioner and an active, long-term practitioner of Vipassana Meditation, Bharath lives the philosophy of absolute mindfulness and energy mastery. His resilience is a living testament to this holistic integration of mind, body, and spirit—a transformative grit that he now passionately imparts to every student who steps onto an Adiyogam mat.
Global Expertise: Where Lineage Meets Innovation
Bharath’s deep expertise spans a masterful spectrum of traditional and contemporary disciplines. He has seamlessly bridged the gap between old-world discipline and modern anatomical science, teaching:
- Traditional Hatha & Iyengar Yoga (Precision, structure, and alignment)
- Dynamic Ashtanga Vinyasa Flow (Breath, rhythm, and heat)
- Somatic Movements & Yoga Therapy (Releasing deep-seated trauma and nervous system burnout)
- The Art of Mudgar Training (Reviving ancient Indian warrior conditioning for bulletproof physical strength)
- Modern Aerial Yoga (Defying gravity to find decompression and absolute physical freedom)
Through his world-class teacher training programs, immersive workshops, and international retreats, Bharath’s teachings have touched thousands of lives across the globe.
Guided by the Masters
Bharath’s profound depth as a teacher comes from his privilege of studying directly under some of the most esteemed and legendary masters of our time:
Saraswati Jois (Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, Mysore)
Under her direct lineage, Bharath immersed himself in the rigorous discipline, spiritual depth, and traditional sequencing of Ashtanga.
Bharath Shetty (Hatha Yoga)
Under his tutelage, Bharath honed his mastery over structural alignment, pranayama, and the seamless integration of traditional asanas.
Sharat Arora (Himalayan Iyengar Yoga)
Studying under Sharat Arora gave Bharath deep, surgical insights into body geometry, precision props, and the profound therapeutic aspects of Yoga.
Dhyan Shanto (IASH Sound Healing)
At the International Academy of Sound Healing, Bharath mastered the science of vibrational medicine and sound therapy to facilitate cellular relaxation.
Current Endeavours at Adiyogam
Today, Bharath continues to innovate, inspire, and push the boundaries of holistic wellness at the Adiyogam campuses. You can join him live in his signature, transformative programs:
7-Day Aerial Yoga Teacher Training (TTC)
A comprehensive, safety-first immersion focused deeply on the mechanics, art, and therapeutic decompression of aerial flight.
Explore the Aerial Yoga TTC Curriculum21-Day (200-Hour) Multi-Style Teacher Training (TTC)
A flagship, Yoga Alliance Certified program that expertly fuses the fire of Hatha, the fluidity of Vinyasa, and the precision of Iyengar under his direct daily mentorship.
Secure Your Mat for the 200-Hour TTCAdvanced Yoga Methodology & Practicum
Masterclass sessions where Bharath distills a lifetime of Ashtanga, Hatha, Mudgar training, and Somatic practices into actionable tools for the next generation of global yoga teachers.
Under Bharath’s guidance, Adiyogam has evolved into a global sanctuary. It stands today as a living space where ancient, unbroken traditions meet the psychological and physical needs of the contemporary world.
Trainings Led
Students Certified
Years Experience
"Yoga is not what we perform. It is what we return to — over and over again."
Core Faculty
The Full Faculty
A diverse, deeply experienced team — each teacher bringing their own lineage, perspective and area of mastery to the Adiyogam community.
Yoga Philosophy • Self-Inquiry • Meditation
Shrikant
Yoga Philosophy • Self-Inquiry • Meditation
Shrikant is a spiritual seeker and yoga philosophy teacher devoted to the exploration of awareness, self-inquiry and the deeper wisdom traditions of Yoga.
Rather than presenting philosophy as a collection of concepts or beliefs, he approaches it as a living inquiry—something to be questioned, experienced and applied to everyday life. His sessions invite students to look beyond the physical practice of yoga and explore fundamental questions: Who am I? What creates suffering? What is awareness? And what does it mean to live with greater clarity and freedom?
Through reflective dialogue, contemplation and the study of yogic wisdom, Shrikant creates a space where students can question, observe and discover for themselves, connecting ancient teachings with the realities of modern life.
At AdiYogam, his approach reminds students that Yoga is not only a practice of the body—it is an exploration of the self.
Ayurveda
Yoga Nidra
Tantra
Pranayama
Meditation
Aerial Flow & Conditioning
Sai Vaishnavi Shetty
Aerial Flow & Conditioning • Hatha Vinyasa • Movement & Mobility Teacher
E-RYT 200 | Certified Aerial Yoga Teacher
With 5 years of dedicated yoga practice, Sai Vaishnavi Shetty brings together traditional yoga, creative movement and the expressive freedom of aerial practice.
A 200-Hour E-RYT and Certified Aerial Yoga Teacher, Sai teaches Aerial Yoga Flow and Hatha Vinyasa Flow, combining mindful sequencing, breath, mobility, strength and fluid transitions to create practices that are both engaging and purposeful.
Her background in contemporary, jazz and belly dance gives her teaching a distinctive movement vocabulary. She encourages students to explore their bodies with curiosity while developing greater body awareness, coordination, flexibility and confidence.
At AdiYogam, Sai’s classes balance strong foundations with creative exploration—whether students are grounding themselves on the mat or discovering a new relationship with movement through the aerial hammock.
Advaita Vedanta
Yoga Sutras
Kundalini
Hatha Yoga
Meditation
Pranayama • Meditation • Yogic Lifestyle
Hari Krishna
Pranayama • Meditation • Yogic Lifestyle
Yoga Teacher | 5+ Years of Teaching Experience
Hari Krishna is a dedicated Pranayama and Meditation teacher with more than five years of experience guiding students through breath, stillness and inner awareness.
His teaching is rooted in the understanding that yoga extends far beyond physical postures. Through traditional breathing practices, meditation and mindful discipline, he helps students develop greater focus, emotional steadiness and a deeper connection with themselves.
Hari lives and teaches through the principles of a yogic lifestyle, bringing simplicity, consistency and personal practice into his approach.
At AdiYogam, his sessions encourage students to experience the quieter dimensions of yoga—using breath and meditation as practical tools for clarity, balance and self-awareness.
Pranayama
Hatha Yoga
Ashtanga Vinyasa
Iyengar
Meditation
Philosophy & Movement
Maithily Sevekari
Philosophy, Meditation & Movement
BA Philosophy · Pune University · 500 Hr RYT · RIMYI Iyengar since 2020
A yoga teacher and movement practitioner with a strong philosophical foundation. Trained in contemporary dance and yoga since 2014, internationally certified with two 200-hour trainings from Yogalaya Pune and Sivananda Vedanta Ashram, Madurai.
A dedicated Iyengar Yoga practitioner at RIMYI since 2020, Maithily specialises in Hatha Yoga, Yoga Philosophy, Alignment, Anatomy and Meditation. She has taught at Yogalaya and Sivananda Ashrams and leads personalised online sessions globally — reaching clients in Hong Kong, Japan, Australia, UK and the US. Her Movement Meditation workshops across India integrate somatic movement, yoga philosophy and improvisational dance to promote healing, self-expression and creative exploration.
Hatha Yoga
Yoga Philosophy
Iyengar
Movement Meditation
Anatomy
Anatomy & Breathwork
Shilpa
Anatomy & Breathwork
500+ Hours · Yoga Alliance · Diploma in Yoga Teaching, Melbourne
Shilpa’s journey began in her teenage years in India — where yoga took root as physical practice before evolving into a lifelong path of self-discovery, healing and conscious living. With 500+ hours of Yoga Alliance training and a Diploma in Yoga from Melbourne, she has taught across Australia’s most respected studios.
Her teaching integrates Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Yin, Power, Slow Flow, Restorative Yoga, breathwork and meditation. What sets Shilpa apart is her attunement to the inner experience of practice — she encourages students to treat each pose as an opportunity for self-inquiry. Her classes emphasise alignment, body awareness and breath-led movement, creating a safe, inclusive and deeply present environment where students feel seen, supported and empowered.
Yin Yoga
Hatha & Vinyasa
Breathwork
Restorative
Anatomy
Operations Manager • Hatha Yoga & Pranayama Teacher
Sneha Bharat Ram
Operations Manager • Hatha Yoga & Pranayama Teacher
E-RYT 200 | AdiYogam Mentorship Graduate
Sneha Bharat Ram brings together the practice of yoga and the everyday care behind the AdiYogam experience. With three years of dedicated practice, she has completed her 200-hour teacher training and structured mentorship at AdiYogam, developing a strong foundation in Hatha Yoga, breathwork and mindful teaching.
As a Hatha Yoga and Pranayama Teacher, Sneha focuses on steady, accessible practices that help students develop body awareness, breath connection and greater presence on and beyond the mat.
Alongside teaching, Sneha serves as Operations Manager at AdiYogam, coordinating the day-to-day experience of the school and supporting students throughout their journey—from arrival and training to life within the AdiYogam community.
Her dual role reflects an important part of the school’s philosophy: yoga is not limited to the classroom; it is expressed through practice, responsibility, care and how we show up each day.
Kundalini
Kriya Yoga
Vipassana
Ashtanga
Ayurveda
Applied Anatomy & Physiology
Ayushi Tandon
Applied Anatomy & Physiology • Traditional Hatha Flow • Pranayama
500-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher | AYUSH Level 3 Yoga Trainer
Born and raised in Rishikesh, Ayushi’s relationship with yoga began at the age of five. Her lifelong practice combines the foundations of traditional yoga with a practical understanding of the human body.
A 500-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher and Level 3 Yoga Trainer certified by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, Ayushi has also been recognised as a Fit India Ambassador and received the Miss Yogini Award during her teenage years.
At AdiYogam, she specialises in Applied Anatomy & Physiology and Traditional Hatha Flow, helping students understand how muscles, joints, movement and alignment translate into safer and more effective teaching.
Her classes bridge science and traditional practice, encouraging future teachers to understand not only how a posture is performed, but what is happening within the body and why it matters.
Kundalini
Kriya Yoga
Vipassana
Ashtanga
Ayurveda
Specialist & Visiting Faculty
Specialists Who Expand the Journey
Adiyogam regularly welcomes specialist visiting teachers — aerial artists, Ayurvedic healers, somatic therapists and movement practitioners who enrich each batch with extraordinary depth.
Aerial Silks Artist · France / India
Tristi Doussou-Tounouna
12+ Years · Trained at Les Noctambules, France · Theatrical Circus Arts
A seasoned aerial silks artist, teacher and performer with over 12 years of experience. Trained with Erezance and the prestigious circus school Les Noctambules, Tristi brings theatrical depth, narrative and unparalleled aerial artistry to our programs.
Rotating · Every Batch
Guest Visiting Teachers
Specialists in Ayurveda, Sound Healing, Somatic Therapy & More
Each batch welcomes specialist guest teachers — Ayurvedic practitioners, somatic therapists, traditional Indian arts instructors and sound healing specialists — bringing extraordinary breadth to the Adiyogam experience.
What Students Say About Our Teachers
In Their Own Words
The true measure of a teacher is the transformation they inspire. Here is what students from around the world say about learning with the Adiyogam faculty.
"Bharath doesn't just teach yoga — he transmits it. His presence in the room changes everything. I have trained with teachers across India and internationally, and he stands apart."
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Sophia P.
London, UK · 200 Hr Batch
"Pavithra's pranayama sessions were unlike anything I had experienced. She has this rare ability to make breathwork feel completely natural and deeply profound at the same time."
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Marco N.
Milan, Italy · Oct Batch
"Shilpa's anatomy sessions changed how I understand my own body and my students' bodies. The combination of Melbourne training and Indian roots makes her perspective genuinely unique."
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Anika R.
Mumbai, India · Sep Batch
"Every teacher at Adiyogam walks the talk — literally. Gaurav's philosophy sessions gave me a framework for living, not just practising. Maithily's movement meditation changed how I inhabit my body. And Bharath... he simply guided me home to myself."
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Laura K.
Amsterdam, Netherlands · 200 Hr July Batch
"Shreya's kundalini sessions were a revelation. She holds space with such fierce tenderness — you feel completely safe to go deep. Her energy is unlike anyone I have encountered in 10 years of practice."
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Tara M.
Toronto, Canada · March Batch
Train With Our Faculty
Ready to Learn From the Best?
Our faculty teaches across all Adiyogam programs — from the immersive 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training to 5-day retreats and specialist aerial yoga intensives. Every program is a direct invitation to learn from dedicated, lineage-trained teachers.
21 Days · RYT 200
200 Hour YTTC
From €800 · All Inclusive
7 Days · YACEP
50 Hour Aerial Yoga
From €400 · All Inclusive
25 Days · RYT 250
250 Hour YTTC
From €1,100 · All Inclusive
5 Days · Retreat
Akasha Yoga Retreat
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