I came to India in July 2014 to receive Pancha Karma treatment at the Ayurveda Yoga Villa in Kerala. The intentions for my trip were to revitalize my body and to reconnect with my Yoga and spiritual practices. In the past I have done studied in Astanga, Iyenger and Kundalini Yoga. In addition I have also studied many of the Vinyasa based Yoga’s that have become common place in the United States. I could not find a system of Yoga which harmonized with my mind, body and spirit and hoped I would find one when I came to India.Upon arriving here at Ayurveda Yoga Villa I met Rohit; the Yoga master. His classes were unrushed and breath centered which I like. The Sun salutations he offered were completely different from the one I learnt in the United States. After class and in my private sessions that followed, Rohit walked me through many poses and breathing patterns that are taken directly from the Hatha Yoga texts and Patanjali Yoga Sutra. Rohit personally invested himself in getting to know my physical and mental attributes. He presented me with a detailed Yoga plan specifically catered to my body type and mental state. Now when I practice Yoga the feelings of “Am I doing right” or “Is this good for me” don’t exist. I am confident in my practice and as I learn and grow I feel Rohit’s presence mentoring me and guiding my practice. Thank you Rohit, for all your hard work and commitment to excellence. I finally feel like I am on the right path with my practice. Namaste!
