I am Arun K, a Lead Yoga Trainer, Therapist, and Program Director, with advanced training in yoga therapy and counselling. I hold an M.Sc. in Yoga Therapy and Counselling (Karnataka Sanskrit University, 2024–2026), a PG Diploma in Yogic Science, and a B.Sc. in Life Sciences. I am also UGC NET qualified (2025), with certifications including YIC (300 hours, S Vyasa Bengaluru), YCB Level 2, and a 500 hour Yoga Therapy course (Vivekananda Yoga Kendra).
With over three years of teaching experience and one year of clinical yoga practice, I specialise in yoga therapy for chronic diseases, stress management, and mental health conditions. My approach blends Mysore style Ashtanga, Iyengar techniques, and S Vyasa therapeutic modules with meditation practices such as cyclic meditation, MSRT, SMRT, DRT, vipassana, kaya meditation, antar mouna, chakra meditation, transcendental meditation, and yoga nidra.
Professionally, I have worked as a Yoga Instructor at IIM Bengaluru, a Yoga Therapist at Kshemavana Wellness Resort (SDM Institute of Naturopathy and Yogic Science), and as Lead Yoga Trainer & Program Director at Sthavistha Yoga and Wellness. I also serve as a meditation coach at a mental health centre and work as a freelance counsellor, offering guidance in child, adult, women’s, geriatric, relationship, and career counselling.
Qualifications & Certifications
• M.Sc. in Yoga Therapy and Counselling — Karnataka Sanskrit University (2024–2026)
• UGC NET Qualified — 2025
• PG Diploma in Yogic Science — Karnataka Sanskrit University
• B.Sc. in Life Sciences — Kuvempu University
• YIC (300 hours residential) — S Vyasa, Bengaluru
• YCB Level 2 Certification
• Yoga Therapy Course (500 hours) — Vivekananda Yoga Kendra
• Training in Sanskrit Sahitya and Sanskrit Kavya
Professional Experience
• Yoga Instructor — IIM Bengaluru (2024–Present)
• Yoga Therapist — Kshemavana Wellness Resort, Bengaluru
• Lead Yoga Trainer & Program Director — Sthavistha Yoga and Wellness
• Yoga Instructor — Sculpt House Wellness Center, Hubli Dharwad (2022–2023)
• Yoga Instructor — Vi MJ Dance and Yoga Academy, Bengaluru (2023–2024)
• Meditation Coach — Mental Health Centre
• Freelance Counsellor — Child, adult, women, geriatric, relationship, career, and education counselling
• Conducted advanced yoga workshops and therapeutic programs
Areas of Specialization
• Yoga Therapy for Chronic Diseases & Mental Health
• Therapeutic Yoga for Stress & Lifestyle Disorders
• Hatha, Ashtanga, Iyengar & Mysore style Yoga
• Meditation Practices — vipassana, kaya meditation, antar mouna, chakra meditation, transcendental meditation, yoga nidra
• Corporate Yoga & Chair Yoga
• Athletic & Sports Yoga
• Counselling Techniques — psychology based counselling for diverse age groups
• Vedic Chanting & Spiritual Healing Techniques
Achievements
• UGC NET Qualified (2025) in Yoga Therapy and Counselling
• Clinical Yoga Experience — Kshemavana Wellness Resort and reputed wellness centres
• Teaching Experience — 3+ years across institutions, corporates, and wellness platforms
• Conducted advanced yoga workshops and therapeutic sessions for chronic disease management
• Expertise in Shat Kriyas, Sookshma Vyayama, and Stoola Vyayama for holistic health
I believe yoga is a powerful therapeutic tool for both the body and mind. My mission is to make yoga accessible as a healing practice — whether it’s relieving headaches, managing chronic conditions, or cultivating mental clarity through meditation and counselling.
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Yoga For Headaches: Try These 5 Easy Asanas For Quick Relief
Try yoga for headaches with 5 easy asanas and a 2-minute Pranayama routine