The day of full moon, Purnima, in the month of Ashadh (July/August) is traditionally celebrated as the auspicious day of  Guru Purnima by Hindus. On this day, disciples offer puja (worship) or pay respect to their Guru (Spiritual Guide).

For all the Ashtanga Yoga pratictioners our Guru - literally ‘the one who shines light [...]

Chendra

Chendra, strong and smart, has a job helping with keeping the busy coconut stand in order – How many 12 year olds could handle this all day with a smile on their face?

Chendra’s time out consists of handstands and flick flaks in the dust and general pranks…

Chendra in the [...]

Our Indian family, Prem and Laxmi

…mmm problem is there…you take…good medicine!

Visit at the Shala…

…and then brrrrmmmm scooting around the city direction pool! Ops! I see a foot in the floor!

Yoga with the boys at Odanadi, near Mysore, India

Happy Chinese New Year of the Tiger! We just celebrated a warm and friendly Chinese new year with friends from Hong Kong and around the world here in Mysore with a delicious lunch (which included no masala – yippee!) and good vibes.

Manu then [...]