Our Certified Yoga Teachers

Swami Omkarananda was raised by Ma Anandamayi, a revered Indian woman saint. The Dalai Lama, Lung Chu, Swami Dayananda Saraswati, Swami Veda Bharati, and the Master of Masters Kalyan Babaji of the Himalayas were the six enlightened Masters with whom he studied and shared a home. Along with having extensive understanding of Vedanta, Sanskrit, holistic living, and yoga, Swamiji also has a wide range of experience in the fields of metaphysics, parapsychology, and mind-matter interactions including psychokinesis and psychic healing.

He travelled to a Tibetan monastery on the advice of the Dalai Lama, where he made the decision to permanently resign from his position as a professional to live and study with the great Tibetan Master Lung Chu. Swamiji began residing among the great awakened Himalayan Masters after totally devoting himself to spirituality.

Born and raised in a traditional Brahmin family in the holy city of Rishikesh, Yogi Upendra Ji was introduced to yoga and ancient scriptures in his early childhood by his father, a Sanskrit scholar. He decided to pursue his studies further, travelling to the Bihar School of Yoga in Munger to complete a certificate course before studying Vedanta at the Yoga Vedanta forest academy at Sivananda Ashram Rishikesh. Here, he surrendered himself to perfecting his teaching and yogic discipline under the guidance of his Guru Swami Vishwa Rupananda Saraswati.

Yogi Upendra Ji teaches Hatha yoga, pranayama, yoga Nidra, and Kriyas and his students love his calming presence and ability to see each individual's challenges. A class with Upendra Ji leaves one feeling calm, centred, and with a deep connection between mind, body, and spirit. Upendra Ji has travelled internationally, conducting workshops in China, Germany, Denmark, and Kazakhstan.

Krishna Ji, the founder of Samatva Yogalaya, began his journey as a yoga instructor and Course Director for the 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training program at Rishikesh Yogpeeth in 2012. Over the years, his dedication and mastery of yogic techniques have established him as a highly respected teacher in Rishikesh.

His deep knowledge of yoga asana, philosophy, history, and meditation brings authenticity and depth to his teachings, making his classes both meaningful and accessible for students from all backgrounds. Krishna Ji believes that yoga is not just a practice but a way of life. He inspires students to cultivate discipline, self-inquiry, and awareness to understand their true potential and limitations.

With this philosophy, he guides practitioners towards achieving mastery over both body and mind through consistent practice and mindful living.

Born and raised in Rishikesh, Priya is a vibrant young lady studying the art of Ashtanga Vinyasa. If you have ever had the privilege of being in her class, you will understand this pocket rocket means business. She has been with Tattvaa Yogashala for 5 years, practising and teaching under the guidance of Yogi Kamal Singh and Yogi Sunil Sharma with dedication throughout.

Guided by the Masters themselves, Priya is following in their footsteps. Her adjustments are precise, and the energy in her led Ashtanga classes is serious yet playful. She is passionate about working with her students, and her happiness at teaching shines through for all to see. She hopes to help her students to find the same joy in their practice as she does. She understands how to draw maximum effort from her students, so if you plan on taking her class, you best come prepared!

Naveen Bisht is an accomplished yoga teacher who has been teaching at Tattvaa Yogashala in Rishikesh for the past 5 years. With his extensive knowledge of yoga and years of experience, he has helped countless students deepen their understanding and practice of this ancient art. Naveen's journey in yoga began many years ago when he discovered the transformative power of this practice. He went on to study under some of the most respected teachers in India and has since become a highly skilled and knowledgeable practitioner.

In his classes, Naveen brings a blend of traditional and modern approaches to yoga, focusing on alignment, breath, and mindfulness. He places a strong emphasis on proper technique and individualized instruction, ensuring that each student receives the guidance they need to reach their full potential. Naveen's classes are suitable for students of all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. His warm and supportive teaching style creates a safe and welcoming environment where students can explore their practice and connect with their inner selves.

In addition to his regular classes, Naveen also leads workshops, retreats, and teacher training programs. His teachings go beyond the physical practice of yoga, incorporating meditation, philosophy, and the ancient wisdom of the yoga tradition. Naveen is a true ambassador of yoga, and his passion for this practice is infectious. Whether you are looking to deepen your practice or begin your journey in yoga, Naveen is a teacher who will guide you with compassion, expertise, and wisdom.

Meet Nacho Kaleta - a dedicated and passionate yoga teacher and practitioner with almost four years of teaching experience and nine years of practice. Nacho has taught yoga in a variety of environments, with the intention of spreading the knowledge and system of yoga as he has learned and experienced during his studies and practice around the world. Nacho specializes in teaching the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga system, emphasizing alignment and adjustments of posture to ensure the perfection of posture practice as well as to take students safely beyond their expected limits. Nacho also places focus on the psychological aspect of yoga, helping students to develop their own nature, discover their potential, and transform their lives through the practice. Nacho teaches with both power and grace, reflecting the inherent nature of the Ashtanga yoga practice.

Nacho's highlights include his wide range of adjustments and modifications with attention to alignment and detail to ensure safety and precision, his holistic knowledge of the yoga system, including postures, pranayama, history, Patanjali's eight-limbed yoga, and meditation, his ability to connect with students with patience and empathy, and his wide range of adjustments for Ashtanga Primary Series and Intermediate Series. Nacho teaches to instill confidence and comfort in students, regardless of their level of practice, from complete beginners to more advanced.

Nacho's relevant experience includes teaching and assisting Ashtanga Mysore and Led classes at Tattvaa Yoga Shala, teaching Pranayama classes to develop technique and practice, and leading workshops and adjustment classes to help develop the practices and teaching skills of students. Nacho also worked as a yoga teacher trainer for a 200-hour yoga teacher training course with a focus on Ashtanga and Sivanada styles of yoga at Merkhaba Association of Yoga Teachers. Nacho taught Ashtanga yoga and Acroyoga classes at Sonia Blanco School of Dance and led Ashtanga yoga classes for all levels six times a week at Zen Samsara Yoga & Pilates Studio. Nacho also taught led classes of Ashtanga yoga, and the fundamentals and technique of Thai massage and Acroyoga at AcroYoga and Thai Massage Workshops. Nacho taught led Ashtanga yoga classes twice daily to a wide variety of practitioners, both locals and tourists at Matala Yoga Shala. Nacho also assisted and taught Ashtanga Mysore and Led classes at Tattvaa Yoga Shala and assisted in teaching Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training courses and workshops.

Nacho's relevant certifications and courses include a 500 Hour Ashtanga Yoga Teaching Certificate from Tattvaa Yoga Shala, a Hatha Yoga Intensive Course from Agama Yoga School, a Thai Massage Certificate from Sunshine Massage School, and an Ayurvedic Massage Certificate from Rasovai School of Ayurvedic Massage.

Ritesh Bhatt is a yoga teacher for last 6 years. He was born and raised in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand (also known as world capital of Yoga). His journey of yoga started with Sivananda Saraswati Asram in Rishikesh. Later he got trained under the tutelage of his guru, Acharya Shri Praveen Nair. "Understanding the Body" and then move is the essence of his teaching.

Ritesh taught yoga in various yoga schools, companies, where he shared his experience and perception of yoga. As fascinated by the subject, he has developed a unique teaching methodology. That make his class more interesting and fun. Now his initial steps in his spirituals journey brought him to many places to learn different cultures, tradition and to know more about the world.