Our Teachers & Guides
At The Adhisha, we believe the depth and integrity of yoga are passed down through the presence, practice, and guidance of experienced teachers. Our international faculty brings together decades of traditional study, yogic practice, and scriptural wisdom to support your path of learning and growth.
Sandeep Nautiyal
Introduction
Born and raised in Rishikesh, Sandeep Nautiyal’s connection with yoga has grown through years of dedicated practice, study, and teaching. Holding a Master’s degree in Yogic Science and having completed a 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course, he brings together the depth of traditional yoga and a practical understanding of the human body.
With 8 years of teaching experience, Sandeep has developed a teaching approach rooted in precision, awareness, and mindful movement. His particular interest in Yoga Anatomy, Biomechanics, Alignment, and Adjustment allows him to help students understand not only how to practise a posture, but also why the body moves in a particular way.
As a teacher, he specializes in Traditional Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Yoga Anatomy, and Alignment & Adjustment. His classes encourage students to build a strong foundation, refine their practice, and develop a deeper connection between breath, movement, and body awareness.
As a Co-Founder and Lead Teacher, Sandeep is dedicated to shaping a learning environment that respects the traditional roots of yoga while embracing a clear, educational, and student-centred approach. Through his teaching and mentorship, he aims to support students in developing confidence, discipline, and a meaningful understanding of yoga both on and off the mat.
Education
- Master’s Degree in Yogic Science (M.A. Yoga)
- 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course (TTC)
Experience
- 8 years of teaching experience in Rishikesh.
- Experience teaching yoga in various renowned yoga schools.
- Experience conducting yoga teacher training courses, workshops, and private yoga sessions.
Expertise
- Hatha Yoga
- Yoga Anatomy
- Alignment & Adjustment
- Biomechanics
- Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Acharya Arpan
Introduction
Arpan is a teacher rooted in the living Vedic tradition and guided by the guru–śiṣya paramparā. Her teaching is grounded in traditional scriptures, disciplined practice, and a life shaped by sustained study, seva, and inner inquiry.
After spending a decade in Mumbai’s film and advertising industry, a deep questioning of life and the nature of the Self led her toward a life of meditation and spiritual study in South India. Profoundly influenced by the teachings of Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi, she has since spent more than a decade immersed in ashram life, seva, sādhanā, and the study of Vedānta and Yoga.
Her approach to teaching brings together the precision of traditional scripture and the transformative power of disciplined practice. She teaches meditation not as an escape from life, but as a means of understanding the mind and discovering Isvara and the nature of the Self.
Education & Training
- Traditional studies in Advaita Vedānta at Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, Arsha Vijnana Gurukulam, Arunachala Ashram, New York, and Dayananda Ashram, Rishikesh
- Certified RTT Yoga Teacher
Experience
- 10+ years in the film and advertising industry
- 10+ years immersed in ashram life, seva, sādhanā, and scriptural study
- 8+ years teaching meditation, yoga, mantra, and Vedānta across India and the United States
Areas of Teaching
- Meditation — Yogic Dhāraṇā and traditional Vedāntic meditation
- Prāṇāyāma — Classical breath practices rooted in the Yoga tradition
- Mantra — Mantra chanting and the transformative role of sacred sound
- Classical Yoga — The teachings of Patañjali and the Yoga Sūtras
- Vedānta — Self-inquiry and the vision of non-duality
- Bhagavad Gītā — The integration of wisdom, action, and spiritual life
Approach
Subtle, meditative, and rooted in clarity rather than performance.
"Yoga prepares the mind. Vedanta reveals the truth. When approached with sincerity, this knowledge quietly transforms the way you see yourself and the world."
Acharya Jeet
Introduction
At the tender age of twelve, Jeet discovered the transformative power of Yoga while seeking relief for his hyper-acidic body and partial deafness. Through unwavering dedication and consistent practice, he experienced a remarkable healing journey—his hearing gradually restored, and his physical health regained harmony. This profound personal transformation ignited a lifelong passion, reshaping his life's trajectory and setting him on a path dedicated to the ancient discipline of mind-body wellness.
Today, with over a decade of deep personal practice and professional instruction, Jeet shares his wisdom and experience with students worldwide. As a seasoned instructor, he offers dynamic classes in Vinyasa Flow, traditional Hatha Yoga, and sacred Mantra Chanting, creating holistic environments for growth and self-discovery.
Jeet plays a vital role in mentoring the next generation of yogis by leading comprehensive 200-hour and 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training courses. Additionally, he encourages practitioners to explore the power and discipline of Ashtanga Yoga, using its challenging structure to inspire inner strength, mindfulness, and resilience. Through his compassionate and grounded approach to teaching, Jeet continues to empower others to heal, grow, and unlock their full potential both on and off the mat.
Education
- Masters in English literature
- Gold Medalist in M. A yoga
- Certified 200 Hrs Yoga teacher from Yoga Alliance
Experience
- 11 years of overall teaching experience
- 8 years of teaching experience in Rishikesh
- 2 years of teaching experience in Delhi NCR
- 1 Year experience in Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur
Expertise
- Hatha Yoga
- Pranayama
- Alignment- adjustment
- Vinyasa Yoga
- Ashtanga Vinyasa
- Mantra Yoga
- Bhakti Yoga Keertan
Acharya Sudhanshu
Introduction
Sudhanshu Rayal is a dedicated yoga teacher whose journey began through sports and fitness. A former state-level athlete and fitness trainer, his path toward yoga developed through a personal search for healing, strength, and deeper understanding of the body. His teaching combines anatomical awareness, mindful movement, traditional yoga, and the wisdom gained through consistent self-practice.
Education
- Master’s Degree in Yogic Science
- 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification
- Extensive study through self-practice, anatomy, movement, and yogic lifestyle
Experience
- 7–8 years of yoga teaching experience in Rishikesh
- 3 years of experience as a fitness trainer in gyms
- Former state-level athlete with a strong background in sports and physical training
- Taught thousands of students from more than 70 countries
- Extensive experience teaching students from diverse cultural backgrounds and different levels of practice
Journey into Yoga
Sudhanshu’s journey into yoga was deeply influenced by his background in sports and fitness. Years of intense physical training also brought challenges, including injuries and health issues. Through yoga, a deeper understanding of human anatomy, movement, recovery, diet, and self-practice, he found a more balanced approach to physical and mental well-being.
This experience gradually transformed his relationship with movement and inspired him to share yoga as a path of awareness rather than only physical exercise. His teaching encourages students to understand their own bodies, practice safely, and develop strength, mobility, and inner balance.
Expertise
- Hatha Yoga
- Vinyasa Flow
- Ashtanga Vinyasa
- Alignment and Adjustment
- Yoga Anatomy and Biomechanics
- Functional Movement
- Strength and Mobility Training
- Yoga for Recovery and Injury Prevention
- Breath Awareness and Mindful Movement
Acharya Gopal
Introduction
Acharya B.M. Gopal is a dedicated teacher of Yoga, Advaita Vedānta, and Vedic Philosophy, rooted in the living guru–śiṣya tradition. With over two decades of study and teaching experience, his approach integrates traditional scriptures, disciplined practice, Sanskrit, Vedic chanting, and the timeless wisdom of the Indian spiritual tradition.
Education
- Four-year residential Vedānta course at Dayananda Ashram, Rishikesh
- Teacher Training Course in Yoga
- Yoga Therapy and Naturopathy training at S-VYASA
- Degree in Hotel Management
- Extensive study of Upaniṣads and Bhagavad Gītā
- Study of Prakaraṇa Granthas and Advaita Vedānta
- Study of Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtras and Sāṅkhya Philosophy
- Study of Ṣaḍ-Darśanas, Haṭha Yoga, and Tantra
- Sanskrit and Vedic Mantra Chanting
Experience
- Over 20 years of experience in the study and teaching of Yoga and Vedic Philosophy
- More than 10 years of teaching experience in yoga schools and institutions around Rishikesh
- Four years of intensive residential study in a traditional gurukula environment
- Experience contributing to the teaching environment at Dayananda Ashram, Rishikesh
- Extensive immersion in traditional Yoga and Vedic studies
Expertise
- Advaita Vedānta
- Vedic Philosophy
- Yoga Philosophy
- Bhagavad Gītā
- Upaniṣads
- Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtras
- Sāṅkhya Philosophy
- Ṣaḍ-Darśanas
- Haṭha Yoga
- Tantra
- Sanskrit
- Vedic Mantra Chanting
- Yoga Therapy
Acharya Shobhit
Introduction
Shobhit began his yoga journey at a young age and deepened his practice through ashram life, dedicated study, and learning from respected teachers across different traditions. His teaching blends practical experience with curiosity, encouraging students to move beyond imitation, understand their practice deeply, and develop an authentic relationship with yoga.
Education
- Studied and practised at different yoga schools and ashrams
- Professional training through multiple yoga certifications and courses
- Continued study with respected teachers from different yoga traditions
- Advanced experience and faculty involvement in Yoga Teacher Training programmes
Experience
- Extensive experience in yoga practice and teaching
- Ashram experience at Sivananda Ashram, Thiruvananthapuram
- Study and practice with the Divine Life Society, Rishikesh
- Experience teaching students internationally
- Faculty experience in 200-hour, 300-hour and 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training programmes
- Exposure to different yoga traditions, teachers, and approaches
Expertise
- Hatha Yoga
- Traditional Yoga Practice
- Yoga Teacher Training
- Yoga Philosophy and Practice
- Multi-Style Yoga Approaches
- Yoga Education
- Ashram-Based Yogic Learning
- Deepening Personal Practice
