Yoga Archives - Yoga Classes Bandra West & Khar, Mumbai

How I Have Seen Yoga Enriching Lives in Very Real Ways

Posted on April 28, 2017April 28, 2017 by yogacentral

Most of the time, I like to share information about my deeper exploration into the world of yoga via this blog. I enjoy finding out about concepts related to yoga and how they work with physical activity to enhance quality of life. Today I want to share with my readers my experiences with yoga classes in Mumbai and elsewhere. Apart from my regular yoga class in Bandra west ...

A Look Back, and Forward to New Beginnings in 2017

Posted on January 6, 2017January 6, 2017 by yogacentral

I’d like to wish all my readers and fellow yogis a very happy new year, with the hope that you all had a wonderful and safe start to the year. I don’t want to bore you with a New Year resolution list here, but I do feel that we can all find inspiration in the New Year and in new beginnings. This time of year can be an opportunity to reflect on past misgivings while focusing on ...

Sankalpa in Yoga – The Importance of a Firm Resolve

Posted on November 5, 2016 by yogacentral

We all understand the concept of sankalp as that of making up one's mind about something; about a definite intention or a firm resolve. The concept of Sankalpa in yoga is about harnessing the power of the mind; using one’s will power to make things happen at several levels: in the world around us as well as inside within the body. This firm resolve is meant to unify the compl...

Happy Diwali: Deriving the Benefits of Yoga Despite Our Lifestyle

Posted on October 30, 2016October 30, 2016 by yogacentral

Here’s wishing a very happy and healthy Diwali and a wonderful year ahead to all our readers and fellow yogis! What with the need to keep it all together on the professional and home front as well as having to carve out quality time to spend with the family, there are literally hundreds of demands on our time. There is so much to do and only a limited amount of time to do ...

Yogic Ways to Improve Concentration

Posted on October 8, 2016 by yogacentral

Adults tend to have a thousand different things to get done – work, home, kids, aging parents could all need attention and care – concentration is difficult and seems to get more difficult as time wears on. For children as well, the distractions are many – electronics, TV, playing with friends and outings – concentrating on academics and other pursuits seems difficult if not im...

Tapa and Self Discipline in Yoga

Posted on September 10, 2016September 10, 2016 by yogacentral

Tapa is what you and I usually understand as the strict ascetic life (or tapasya) followed by the rishi-munis in their quest for a higher truth. We think of it as the process by which characters from the Ramayana and the Mahabharat caused the Gods to appear and grant boons to them. Tapp or Tapas means to heat; it refers to spiritual practices, solitude, privation and ascetism. ...

Ahimsa as One of the Limbs of Yoga

Posted on September 3, 2016September 2, 2016 by yogacentral

Ahimsa or the concept of nonviolence is arguably one of the noblest and most evolved of concepts that India has presented to the world. By employing nonviolent means to secure independence from the British yoke, Indians won a moral victory and demonstrated to the world how ahimsa can yield results where violence will not. In the process generations of thinkers and leaders the ...

Pratyahara – Withdrawal is a Limb of Yoga

Posted on August 19, 2016 by yogacentral

A wise individual once said, When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be. It is this thought that encapsulates the concept of Pratyahar. Pratyahar or Pratyahara is one of the eight stages of yoga as mentioned in the 2nd century BC text, Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra. It is the stage of withdrawal of the senses; the stage where the yogi works towards ultimate enlightenment and...

The Concept of Samadhi in Yoga

Posted on August 12, 2016 by yogacentral

Though we understand Samadhi as a form of leaving the mortal body and also call the resting places of great souls as their Samadhi, the term has many other connotations. While many understand Samadhi to be the destroyer of death and the achievement of supreme bliss, it is also closely associated with the discipline of Yoga. In one sense Samadhi is actually the ultimate aim of...

Sthira Sukham Asanam – The Meditation Pose

Posted on August 4, 2016August 9, 2016 by yogacentral

Sthiram Sukham Asanam, also known as the Sthira Sukham Aasan, literally translates as the still or unmoving, happy or contented position. Many yoga experts and practitioners interpret the Sthiram Sukham Asanam to denote the physical position most conducive to meditation or dhyaan. Not only is this position the ideal one for meditation, over time it improves one's posture and ...

Rajyasree Banerjee

13:45 25 Jan 24

It’s been a month I have joined yoga central but l am loving the class.Although it’s a group session but Shashi gives individual attention to each one of her students.I am very... happy and highly recommended..read more

Nutan Gaba Patwari

13:34 25 Jan 24

A group class with personalised attention. That’s Shashi for you.A class which has right amounts of prayanam, asana’s and inversions. The yoga class makes you feel light at the... end of it. A must do for a good morning start.read more

Aditya Mehra

13:19 25 Jan 24

One of the best Yoga Instructor in town.

Oliver Hanlon

12:12 25 Jan 24

Have been practicing yoga with Shashi for 2 years now and I really love it. I was welcomed with open arms by the Yoga Central community, who are such a lovely group of people.... Shashi understands the individual needs of all her students, and every session somehow feels personal, it's magic. I highly recommend!read more

Poorna Teja

12:06 25 Jan 24

Navin Sachanandani

11:56 12 May 22

I have been associated with Yoga central for quite some time, Sashi is excellent with her yoga and most important each and every class there seems to be something new to learnThe... most important Sashi personally sees to each and every student she makes it a friendly atmosphere making each and every person comfortableread more

Kusum Periwal

10:14 23 Jun 21

I have been attending Sashi's yoga classes since a few months and have found them extremely good. She does a lovely combination of pranayams, asanas and meditation and its so well... balanced. Each part of your body is stretched and worked upon. Every class is unique and has different set of asanas. My love for yoga has definitely increased and I look forward to her class :)read more

Nahida Coelho

16:46 22 Jun 21

An amazing experience with Our Yoga teacher Shashi. A perfect way to start your day at Yoga Central.

Manoj Vijayan

15:58 22 Jun 21

Shashi is a very knowledgeable and passionate practitioner of Yoga. She has the ability to know the limits of each individual in the class and push them to do their best. I would... highly recommend this fine teacher of Yogaread more

ASHISH PARULEKAR

15:55 22 Jun 21

I am enjoying my sessions at Yogacentral since joining a couple of months back . Feel energetic and calm . Shasi is a wonderful teacher and takes lots of effort in keeping the... sessions interesting . There’s a good mix and match so that all parts of the body are exercised . Highly recommended . Thank you Shasi .read more

Nitu Mundhra

17:21 02 Nov 20

I have been learning Yoga with Shashi since 6 months and am really enjoying the experience. She has thorough knowledge and persuades each person to do better with each passing day.

Meeta Kataria

16:47 02 Nov 20

I have been practising yoga with Sashi for about 4/5 months now , she is an excellent teacher , always pushing you to do better & knows her subject very well... 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼read more

Tarun Kalra

15:53 02 Nov 20

Shashi is excellent, and I've been attending her group classes since two years. Even in a group, she makes an effort to learn about each individual, paying attention to each of... them.read more

Abhay Mandhana

10:11 06 Aug 19

These classes are very beneficial and takes your mental and physical well-being to the next level.Moreover, the instructor, Shashi Sarda is very professional and she customizes... all the yoga routines so that it is personalized and most beneficial to you.Anyone who goes for her yoga classes sincerely and punctually is guaranteed to see significant changes in their life!read more

Yogesh Chandak

08:34 15 Jul 19

Shashi, the instructor at Yoga Central, suggests specific yoga asanas for your issues. The continuous monitoring during the session results in completely satisfing experience.... Looking forward to the next session...read more

Samta Nadeem

02:18 15 Jul 19

This is the kind of yoga that changes your life. A holistic approach to your mind and body's well being.Sashi is a brilliant trainer and guru.

Rajshree Ladda

15:34 13 Jul 19

Sashi is an excellent instructor with full knowledge of what she is teaching.All the best nd keep up the good work 👍🏻

Mukul Taparia

14:41 13 Jul 19

The yoga classes are amazing and have benefitted me tremedously. It has helped me get into a positive life cycle.Kudos to Sashi for the great work. Keep it up.

Rashi Rochwani

13:43 13 Jul 19

The most perfect yoga class in Bandra! The instructor, Shashi, is fabulous. It's a perfect combination of Pranayama (breathing exercises) and the Asanas (postures). Also, she has... complete knowledge of her profession and will make you hold postures which ultimately give the utmost benefits of doing Yoga. Totally recommend!!read more

Neelesh Sarda

13:42 13 Jul 19

I have been attending Sashi's yoga classes since the last 3 years. Sashi's understanding of the human body and mind and how each aasan affects the mind and body is explained... so.beautifully. Her mix of aasans and almost each session is different than the other with almost no repetition of the aasans is astounding. My blood pressure has been in control due to her classes. Also outstanding location of the studio far away from the hustle bustle despite being at the heart of pali hill is another plus. Wish Sashi all the best.read more