ABOUT
Welcome to The Yogic Space, founded in 2024 by Rupa and Shreya, where ancient wisdom meets modern living. The Yogic Space is a sanctuary for those seeking to explore, practice, and share the transformative power of yoga. Founded with the belief that yoga is not a physical exercise, we embrace its profound potential to bring harmony, joy, and peace into every aspect of life. With a deep-rooted belief in yoga as a holistic practice, Shreya and Rupa bring their extensive expertise and passion to create a nurturing environment for personal growth and community connection.
MISSION
The Yogic Space is a holistic platform devoted to the learning, practice, and sharing of yogic wisdom. Our mission transcends traditional classrooms, fostering a vibrant community where individuals can deeply engage with yoga's timeless principles. We aim to bring happiness (sukha), contentment (santosha), selfless joy (mudita), and bliss (ananda) into people's lives through practical applications of the Classical Yogic system in today's world.
VISION
To be a beacon of ancient yogic wisdom, guiding individuals worldwide towards a harmonious and balanced life. We envision a world where the timeless practices of yoga bring inner peace, spiritual growth, and holistic well-being to every soul, creating a community rooted in the principles of unity and tranquility.
Meet the Team
Founder & Teacher
Rupa Saini
Born in Chandigarh, India, Rupa Saini transitioned to yoga after a fulfilling IT career. Relocating to Dubai and the birth of her second child inspired her to pursue yoga full-time.
She is deeply grateful to the Bihar School of Yoga for its profound guidance. Grounded in Hatha Yoga under Acharya Bala Chandran, Rupa completed 300 and 500-hour YTT programs recognized by Yoga Alliance International. She further pursued 900 hours of Kundalini Kriya Yoga, 500 hours of Yoga Therapy, and 100 hours of Kid’s YTT and Yoga philosophy courses under Prof. Gyan Shankar Sahay from Kaivalyadham Institute, India.
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With over five years of teaching experience in Dubai and Malaysia, Rupa shares yoga's wisdom through classes, workshops, social media, and publications.
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A mother of two, Rupa has introduced her children to spirituality and yoga at the Bihar School of Yoga, immersing them in ashram life to foster a connection to simple and holistic living. Co-founding ‘The Yogic Space’ with her friends Shreya and Ishan, Rupa aims to bring happiness to people’s lives through their shared commitment to yoga.
Founder & Teacher
Shreya Sudhakaran
Shreya’s yoga journey, enriched by diverse experiences and committed learning, began after pursuing multiple corporate roles.
Through yoga, she’s discovered that each person has an innate potential that can be unlocked with the right practice. Yoga has helped her overcome self-doubts and inhibitions, leading to a deeper understanding of herself.
Shreya completed the 300 and 500-Hour YTT Course and a 500-Hour Foundation course on Yoga Therapy and 100 Hour Kids YTT under Acharya Balachandran and affiliated by Yoga Alliance International. Further deepening her knowledge, she studied Yoga philosophy under the esteemed guidance of Professor Gyan Shankar Sahay.
Teaching and sharing yoga knowledge bring her immense joy. Her goal is to learn, practice, and authentically share the profound wisdom of traditional yoga, enhancing her own inward journey while guiding others.
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Shreya has deepest gratitude to the Gurumandala for its invaluable guidance, which has propelled her to the Bihar School of Yoga in India, where she continues her yogic journey.
Founder & Yoga Buddy
Ishan Punde
Ishan Punde is a dedicated yoga practitioner and a buddy for seekers of Yoga, embarking on his yogic journey in 2018.
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With certifications in 300-hour and 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training from Hathavidya Traditional School of Yoga in Dubai, he has delved deeply into Hatha Yoga, Pranayama, and advanced yogic practices.
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Ishan has also studied under esteemed mentors like Prof. Gyan Shankar Sahay and received advanced training at the Bihar School of Yoga.
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Passionate about integrating traditional teachings into modern life, Ishan has contributed to yoga retreats, edited yoga publications, and shared knowledge on meditation and kriyas.
With a vision to create a vibrant yogic community where life is celebrated to its fullest, Ishan inspires inner growth, blissful living, and spiritual evolution through yoga.