Meet Our Experienced Yoga Teachers
A team of dedicated Himalayan-rooted teachers guiding every student's journey into authentic yoga practice.
Acharya Vimlesh Joshi
Founder · Hatha, Aerial & Ashtanga Yoga TeacherRishikesh Yog Kendra, a well renowned and most reputed yoga school in Rishikesh, India, was founded by Acharya Vimlesh Joshi, who holds more than 12 years of experience in Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, Ashtanga and Aerial Yoga.
He carries a deep, integral understanding of body alignment and analysis, which encourages students to practice the authentic art form of yoga with one of the topmost teachers at Rishikesh Yog Kendra (RYK).
He made RYK an internationally certified school, teaching residential yoga programs, yoga retreats, mindfulness programs and wellness programs — helping students connect with the traditional knowledge of body mechanics.
The school is located in one of the most beautiful places in Rishikesh, Tapovan — surrounded by the green Himalayas, the holy river Ganges, temples, ashrams, waterfalls, and the main tourism market, all easily accessible.
Jeet Ji
Hatha, Pranayama & Mantra Chanting TeacherAt twelve, Jeet turned to yoga to heal partial deafness and chronic hyper-acidity. His dedicated practice led to a remarkable recovery, sparking a lifelong transformation.
With over a decade of experience, Jeet is now a seasoned guide in Pranayama, Meditation, Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, and Mantra Chanting. He leads intensive 200-hour and 300-hour Teacher Training courses, mentoring the next generation of instructors, and integrates the discipline of Ashtanga Yoga to help students discover their own inner strength.
Education
- Master's in English Literature
- Gold Medalist in M.A. Yoga
- Certified 200-Hour Yoga Teacher, Yoga Alliance
Experience
- 10 years overall teaching experience
- 7 years teaching in Rishikesh
- 2 years teaching in Delhi NCR
- 1 year at Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur
Anil Ji
Anatomy Teacher & Holistic TherapistAnil was born and brought up in the lap of the Himalayas, where his ancestors lived a healthy and prosperous life. Inspired by this, his heart is filled with the spirit of a yogic life, and he received his yoga education in Rishikesh under his teachers' guidance.
Convivial and energetic, he is loved by all his students and carries a deep, positive attitude. He holds strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology, has worked as a therapist treating patients through yogic science, and is expert in acupressure therapy — teaching anatomy and physiology with a highly effective methodology.
Manu Sood Ji
Yoga Philosophy & Meditation TeacherManu Sood is a Yoga Philosophy, Pranayama, and Meditation teacher holding a Master's degree in Yoga. His yogic journey began in 2020, rooted in dedicated study and personal practice.
His primary area of expertise is Yoga Philosophy, especially the Patanjali Yoga Sutras, presented as a practical framework for inner transformation. His teaching integrates classical Hatha Yoga, Pranayama and meditation as complementary disciplines that prepare the body and mind for deeper awareness. Based in Rishikesh, Manu works closely with international TTC groups and is fluent in Spanish and Italian.
Ankit Bisht
Adjustment, Alignment & Hatha Yoga TeacherAnkit Bisht is a dedicated Hatha Yoga teacher specialising in precise adjustment and alignment. Growing up close to the Himalayas, he developed a deep connection with yoga early in life and has since devoted himself to sharing its authentic practice.
His teaching focuses on correct body alignment, helping students build a safe and stable foundation in their asana practice. With a calm and patient approach, Ankit guides practitioners of all levels to refine their postures, prevent injury and deepen their awareness of body and breath. He is a valued part of the Yoga Teacher Training team at Rishikesh Yog Kendra.
Shubham Ji
Vinyasa Yoga TeacherInfluenced by his Indian heritage and traditional upbringing, Shubham has always felt a profound connection to the spirit of yoga. Growing up in Rishikesh, surrounded by the traditions of Hinduism and the rhythm of daily spiritual rituals, he developed an early affinity for the contemplative side of life.
He officially stepped onto the path of yoga at the age of 15, inspired by the positive influence he observed around him, and soon discovered the transformative power of the discipline in his own life.
Inspired by his Guru Ji's unwavering dedication, Shubham began teaching in Tapovan, Rishikesh — the heart of India's yogic community. Through years of practice and advanced study in yogic science, he now guides students from across the world, believing yoga has the power to heal individuals and foster harmony between nations. ॐ
