Aarya, founder of Pragya Yog School, is a PhD research scholar and seasoned yog teacher with nearly a decade of international teaching experience. Aarya’s passion for yog began at the age of three and has deepened over the years.

After initially pursuing a career in the animation industry, he felt a profound inner calling to dedicate himself to the practice of yog. He went on to earn his Master’s degree in Yogic Science and Human Consciousness from Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya in Haridwar, India. Aarya has also won several medals in state, national and international yoga competitions. He has since been sharing his passion and knowledge in yog in different parts of the world, including India, Vietnam and now Hong Kong.

In 2024, he founded Pragya Yog School with the aim of providing the most comprehensive, authentic and scientifically backed teachings. The school is a place where the teachings and sharing extend beyond asan practice, offering an all-rounded curriculum that covers the vast knowledge of yog. His goal is for each and every practitioner to feel empowered to find and grow in their own yogic path, which allows them to attain a higher level of consciousness. The school is designed to be a nurturing environment where students can deeply explore the profound wisdom and transformative potential of the yogic traditions.

Aarya takes a holistic, fundamentals-focused approach aimed at helping students achieve physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. He believes that by cultivating awareness through asan, pranayam, and meditation, we can become the best versions of ourselves.

He is adept at quickly accessing his students’ unique strengths and body structures and needs – then providing precise pose breakdown and variations to support practitioners of all levels. He hopes his teachings and sharing can empower each and every one of his students to reach their full potential. He sees his students’ growth, both on and off mat, as his biggest driving force.

Aarya feels very grateful to have studied under revered philosopher, seer and sage Pt. Sriram Sharma Acharya. His most valuable life lessons he learnt are the importance of observation, dedication, passion, consistency, authenticity and always keeping an open mind – in both his self-practice and teaching. He hopes to share the same with his students and help them find peace and balance in their lives.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. PhD research scholar in Yoga
2. Certified Yoga Teacher – Quality Council of India, 2017
3. Master’s degree in Human Consciousness and Yogic Science – Dev Sanskriti University, Haridwar, India, 2016
4. Certificate in Yoga and Holistic Health – Indian Association of Yoga, New Delhi, 2016
5. Certificate in Yoga for Middle Aged – Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), New Delhi, 2015
6. Judge – SGFI State Yoga Championship, 2015