Introduction to Chakras with Hardik & Prutha

Discover the fascinating world of the subtle body through this 6-hour workshop on the Chakras. Gain an understanding of the yogic concept of subtle anatomy and the seven primary energy centres, along with practical techniques to cultivate greater awareness and inner balance.

Workshop Includes:

• Introduction to the subtle anatomy and Chakras

• Chakra cleansing meditation

• Chakra Sūrya Namaskāra

• Chakra Trāṭaka practice

• Mantra chanting for the Chakras

• Integrated Asana and Pranayama practice to create awareness on chakras

This workshop is ideal for anyone interested in exploring the energetic dimension of yoga through authentic yogic practices. This workshop is led by Hardik and Prutha, who are travelling all the ways from India to Cologne for the second time to teach at Shaktiyoga. While their primary focus is leading our Yoga Teacher Trainings, this special workshop is open to anyone who wishes to deepen their understanding and practice of yoga. Both have dedicated their lives to the study, practice, and teaching of yoga, combining traditional wisdom with a strong academic foundation.

Hardik specializes in Hatha, Ashtanga, and Vinyasa Yoga, with a particular focus on a functional approach to asana practice. His teaching emphasizes precise verbal instruction, intelligent sequencing, functional anatomy, and creating safe, accessible, and effective yoga classes. He holds a Master's degree in Yogashastra, completed an Ashtanga Vinyasa Teacher Training in Mysore, earned a Diploma in Yoga Education, and pursued specialized training in yoga postures, props, and alignment principles. Hardik leads the Sayujya Yoga Teacher Training and teaches continuing education programs for yoga teachers in Mumbai, Goa, and Pokhara (Nepal).

Prutha holds a PhD in Yoga and a Master's degree in Yogashastra. She is a guest faculty member in the Department of Yoga at Somaiya Vidyavihar University in Mumbai. She specializes in Yoga Philosophy, Pranayama, Mudras, Bandhas, Anatomy, and Physiology for yoga teachers. Her doctoral research focused on musculoskeletal injuries related to asana practice, with the aim of making yoga safer and more accessible for practitioners of all backgrounds. She also holds a Diploma in Yoga Education and completed advanced certification studies in Patanjala Yoga Darshan, Sankhya Darshan, and the Bhagavad Gita under the guidance of Dr. Rudraksha Sakrikar. Prutha teaches in the Sayujya Yoga Teacher Training and continuing education programs for yoga teachers in Mumbai, Goa, and Pokhara (Nepal).