Join Bharat Thakur’s Artistic Yoga!

About Our Company
Bharat Thakur's Artistic Yoga is the leading Yoga company in India. The brainchild of HImalayan Master Bharat Thakur, Artistic Yoga was developed in 1999 when Bharat saw that the Yoga being taught and practiced all over the world and in India was in no way as powerful, dynamic and immediate as authentic Yoga could be. If Yoga in India suffered from a drab and monotonous classical tradition that had lost its freshness and spontaneity, then Yoga in the west was being trivialized with the many offshoots, new brands and fusion forms in which the true spirit of Yoga was lost to a false spirituality consisting of chanting, incense sticks and imaginary visualizations.

Bharat Thakur started the company with the vision of spreading a form of Yoga that would help people first get in shape, become disease-free and then move towards the higher practices akin to Patanjali's Ashthanga Yog. Artistic Yoga has centers in New Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Gurgaon, Dubai and Moscow. Within the year we plan to open centers in Abu Dhabi, Beirut, Johannesburg, and France.

The Teachers
Many of our teachers have been at the top of their fields when they discovered Artistic Yoga and decided to leave their corporate careers for a life in Yoga. Others have completed their Graduate and Undergraduate degrees in Yoga from premier institutes in India and Abroad. Bharat Thakur has been an inspiration to all of them, both in his in-depth knowledge and also in his uncompromising attitude towards spirituality, meditation and Yoga. His individual attention to all the teachers along with a guidance that can be best described as 'uncannily perfect' always leads to growth at the highest level.

To work closely with a living Himalayan Master is to tap into an ocean of wisdom and experience that comes from 14 years of spiritual practice in the Himalayas. As the saying goes, teachers explain with words, and masters teach with experiences and situations. Bharat Thakur is one such Master, who uses words, life and Yoga in equal measure to ensure that a teacher reaches his or her highest potential.

The Teacher Training Program
Our teacher training program at Bharat Thakur's Artistic Yoga is a one of a kind program where Yoga is taught not only as a practice and a theory but as a living and breathing science. Students are taught the fundamentals of Yoga before they learn the teaching methods, modules and styles employed specifically in Artistic Yoga. Bharat Thakur's unique and powerful system of Yoga allows students to apply their knowledge creatively maintaining their unique teaching style and yet keep the core technique in accordance with the essential principles of Artistic Yoga.

Following the ancient tradition of Indian Gurus, Bharat Thakur’s centers all over India and the world function as a modern-day Gurukuls dedicated to the purpose of Yogic learning. Students are initially trained by senior Artistic Yoga Teachers before they can learn from Bharat Thakur himself. Classes, workshops, training sessions, individual guidance and retreats conducted by a variety of senior teachers help students to imbibe and assimilate Artistic Yoga and its many components.

A student will be placed in one of our centers which will be best suited to his/her growth as a teacher. He/she may be required to train in more than one city so that he/she is well rounded as a person and as an Artistic Yoga teacher.

Each trainee undergoes a 3-month Teacher Training Program, which covers:
1. Yoga Practice: Asana, Pranayama, Bandha, Kriya, Shatkarma, Mudra & Meditation
2. Yoga Theory: Yogic physiology including a basic understanding of Nadis, Chakras, and the physiological effects of Yogic practices.
3. Ancient Yogic Scriptures
4. Human Anatomy and Physiology
5. Modern Exercise Physiology
6. Teaching Skills Workshops and Soft Skills, including verbal communication skills.
7. Personality Development and Leadership skills
8. Interpersonal skills
9. Artistic Yoga training, which includes all aspects of Artistic Yoga.

There is no fee to undergo Teacher Training. Accommodation, Food and Training is provided free of charge, as was the tradition in ancient India where the Guru looked after his student. In addition, the student will be paid a modest stipend during his/her training.

After undergoing the Teacher Training Program, trainees may be placed in different Artistic Yoga centers around the world where they will embark on working-internships with senior Artistic Yoga Teachers. This is a full-time position and the salary structure will depend on performance, location, responsibilities and leadership qualities demonstrated by the teacher.

Why Join Bharat Thakur's Artistic Yoga?
Keep in mind that this is not a certificate course, nor do we charge you any fees for your training. If you wish to train with us, it is because you want to be part of our team. This is not just a course to learn Yoga. It is a way of life where you are part of a movement, where you learn the art of transforming people's lives, and naturally, where your own transformation happens at an accelerated pace!

We are very careful about who we choose as it is a commitment from our side us as much as it is a commitment from yours. Yoga skills can be taught in a short time but the subtleties and nuances of teaching Artistic Yoga takes time. If you are serious about moving into a different way of life where spiritual, emotional and physical growth is as important for you as your career and professional growth, then this is the place for you.

How do I apply to become an Artistic Yoga Teacher?
To start the process mail your resume along with a recent photo to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

For more information, call Kala at: +91 9972246555

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Teacher Experiences

“I’ve always been fond of travelling and exploring new destinations. When I met Bharat, I felt convinced that this journey would be both an external one and an internal one! After all these years, I’m happy to still be the traveller-gypsy embarking on new voyages!” Manish Pole

Manish quit his Ad Copywriting job in B’lore and began to learn Yoga from Bharat Thakur. Manish has taught Yoga to some of India’s most famous entertainers, business leaders and politicians, most notably Sunil Bharti Mittal and Anoushka Shankar. He conducted Corporate Yoga programs for prestigious companies and was drafted as the Yoga exponent for the prestigious YPO (Young Presidents’ Organization) Tour in India, as well as the World Wildlife Festival. He regularly writes articles on Yoga in various international publications. He has appeared in various TV interviews, speaking on Yoga.

Manish teaches Yoga in Dubai and is the CEO of Artistic Yoga, looking after Middle East expansion.

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“Being in India has been a total adventure! I love the freedom that Artistic Yoga has given me, and being able to share this with my students. What I really enjoy about teaching Bharat’s Yoga, is that I really get the chance to explore my creative potential. Working for this company, I can see my potential growing in breadth and in depth. Interacting with different people from different walks of life, and the opportunities we have for travel - It's wonderful to constantly evolve!” Anna Ruya Ayyildiz

Anna grew up in London England, where she studied and taught dance professionally. Following this, Anna worked as a cabin crew for Emirates Airlines for 2 years in Dubai. During this time she discovered Artistic Yoga and realized she wanted to become a trainer.

Anna is a Senior Trainer in Mumbai.

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“This is a truly revolutionary organization. Under Bharat Thakur’s guidance, the responsibility and freedom given to his group of teachers (who come from varied professional/personal backgrounds) is unparalleled. I have always found an opportunity to express my talents and strengths. The work here, has constantly given me insights about my own life, and an opportunity to learn and grow personally as well as professionally. The trust Bharat has placed in me, and likewise in all his trainers to carry forward his movement, reflects the courage and dynamism with which “Team Artistic Yoga” functions. The joy that comes with touching people’s lives on a daily basis is priceless; something that I will cherish forever.” Rahul Jaisinghani

Rahul completed his Mechanical Engineering from R.V. College of Engineering, Bangalore and was working as an Engineer with Robert Bosch, India. During his stint with Bosch, he was deputed to Germany for several months, as part of a training and customer relationship program. After meeting Bharat Thakur 5 years ago, he has been teaching Artistic Yoga for over 5 years with s extensive experience in conducting group/private yoga sessions in Bangalore and Mumbai. He also spent many months in Moscow, Russia, where his clients included several VVIPs. He has successfully conducted several Corporate Yoga sessions, where the associates appreciated the relevance of the science of Yoga to solve their health and lifestyle related problems.

Rahul Jaisinghani is a Senior Yoga Teacher in Bangalore and also heads the Corporate Yoga Cell.

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“My whole life was full of every creative expression I could think of. Colours, words, forms ~ it was a high. When I met Bharat Thakur and discovered Artistic Yoga, I felt a rare and deep affinity for a life where you actually connect with people in a significant way; a way that changes their life and thereby, your own. To have a man walk upto me and say that the back ache he lived with for fifteen years has gone. Or a woman, who came to my class with acute depression and severe obesity who now is not just slim but radiant; there is a joy one cannot express in words, when you transform others. It transforms and expands you.” Uma Gautam

Uma Gautam worked in Titan as a watch designer for 3 years and was sent to New York as part of the assignment. Subsequently, she left Titan to start a design firm of her own where she worked on design projects for Levi’s, Motorola, Compaq & Brooke Bond etc in the areas of graphic, retail as well as store design. After 3 years, she decided to move from Design to Art and took up a small studio where she painted. An established painter, she has done 8 solo shows and 17 group shows, many of which were organised by the Harmony Show (by invitation & curated by Tina Ambani – Reliance industries). Her works (oil on canvas) are in the collections of Mani Ratnam, Manoviraj Khosla, Atul Kasbekar, Vani Ganapathy, Salman Khan as well as corporates such as CIE, Lucent Technologies, Titan watches, Tata Tea etc. She has been featured in several magazines for art and design such as Italian magazine, MODO as well as Femina and newspapers. She has also benn featured on Star TV on the mystic element in her works. She has published a book of poems, ‘Inner Weather’.

Uma Gautam is Head of the Bangalore Centre.

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“Being with Artistic Yoga feels like living a whole lifetime in a few years! It is a continuous cycle of growth and transformation at every level- emotionally, mentally & spiritually. It is not just about teaching a few yoga classes and returning home. With time, you actually experience every level of yoga happening within you. Travelling around the world, meeting people from different cultures and sharing the experience of a yogic life with them - all these possibilities with Artistic yoga make life nothing less than a beautiful adventure.” Veena Vasudev

Veena met Bharat Thakur 8 years back and has since then, been teaching Artistic Yoga. She has taught in Bangalore, Delhi, Chandigarh, Dubai and is currently in Moscow.

Veena is a Senior Trainer in Moscow.

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“Working with Bharat Thakur is challenging because you have to be the best in the field. After working here for the last 3-4 years, many of my dreams have come true! Men’s Health Magazine put me on the cover of the January 2010 issue because many people think Yoga is slow and only good for curing diseases. I achieved the task of having a six-pack (abs) with just yoga and a vegetarian diet. I now write a regular column for Mail Today and many leading newspapers. I enjoy every moment of my life and could not have wished for a better job. I look forward to more challenges and surprises!” Dinesh Dagar

Dinesh Dagar decided halfway through his undergraduate degree in Commerce that fitness was his real passion. After exploring the field he realized that Yoga combined fitness and mental strength and focus. He did a yoga course in Bangalore from Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhan Sansthan. And then went to New Delhi and started teaching Yoga. Soon he felt that making a good living was not enough for him. He met Bharat Thakur in 2006 and has been teaching Artistic Yoga ever since.

Dinesh is a Senior Trainer in New Delhi.

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“Before meeting Bharat, yoga was something I wanted to try once I was past my 50’s! After I did my first couple of sessions of Artistic Yoga with Bharat, I became an ardent practitioner. Inspite of my hectic working hours it became a part of my everyday life. Being a teacher fulfills my expression of who I am.” Bhavin Thakkar

Bhavin Thakkar finished his Engineering degree at Bangalore University in 1996. After meeting his guru Bharat Thakur in the year 2000, he gave up his career in software and has been instrumental in promoting and teaching Artistic Yoga in different parts of the world. He has conducted yoga and stress management programs for corporate groups which have all been well received.

Bhavin Thakkar is Head of the Mumbai Centre.

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