Yashika M

Born in Bengaluru into a Dharmik household, Yoga has always been part of Yashika’s life majorly through Bhakti and she formally began the practice of Yoga asanas in school which continued to college as part of the extracurricular education. She first moved to Mysuru in 2006 to complete her Pre University, followed by a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from the University of Mysore. And further, graduated from Jain University in Bengaluru with a Master’s in Forensic Science. Along with formal education, the field of arts, specifically dance and acting introduced her to the world of creative expression, enhancing her personality and instilling discipline in her lifestyle. 

After a short yet significant period of time as a Forensic expert, Psychologist, Actor and Model in Bengaluru, interacting with criminals, clinically diagnosed patients, dead bodies and the glitz and glamour gave rise to existential questions compelling her to realise her true purpose – to dedicate her life to the teachings of Yoga. Which brought her back to Mysuru in 2018 to intensively study Yoga. 
An Adhyatmik, devoted and dedicated Yoga practitioner and teacher, Yashika is trained and certified in Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga, Garbhasamskara, Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga, Tibetan Singing Bowl and Sound Therapy, and YIC from S-VYASA. She has also spent time studying under the living legend of Mysuru, a direct disciple of T Krishnamacharya, Guruji BNS Iyengar and completed courses offered by him in Traditional Ashtanga Vinyasa, Pranayama, Mudra, and Indian Philosophy.

She has a teaching experience of over six years. In the year 2020, she moved back to Mysuru permanently as a new mother and continues to teach various classes.She offers a specialised and intensive course by bringing the ancient knowledge of Garbhasamskara and Yoga together with modern science into Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga TTC at Nirvana Yoga Shala. 
With education and personal experience, her Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga classes and training prepares teachers and pregnant women to efficiently and holistically experience the journey of pregnancy and postpartum.