Studio Shakti

Taking Teacher Vidya’s class is one of the best decisions I have made in my life. I have learned so much in the past couple days. I learned my Yogasanas in Isha Yoga Center in a big group setting. After Teacher Vidya’s guidance I realized my posture is not correct in so many ways. Therefore, I will highly recommend learning yoga in a small group/ 1 to 1 settings with her. The energy in teacher Vidya’s yoga studio is also very conducive for doing Yoga. Teacher Vidya has maintained classical Hatha yoga in its purest form. She is a living proof of the transformative power of yoga. I am a very happy student ☺️🌸🌿

Surya Kriya - In sync with the body, mind and breath
There were many positive takeaways from this class.
Venue:
The studio was large, and Vidya made sure to follow Covid protocols to keep it very clean. The space was calming and serene. Vidya’s calligraphy on the black board, started the morning with positive affirmations.
Vidya - Guru
It was a true blessing to have Vidya as my Guru for this Surya Kriya session. She was articulate, calm and extremely patient. She explained the asanas and body alignment so clearly that I was able to understand my body and visualize the alignment for myself within a few days. This was absolutely amazing.
The Class:
Having attended Vidya’s class, I can confidently say that I am beginning to understand the energy within me and body / mind awareness and alignment. Sadhguru’s talk excerpts, the yoga asanas video, the explanation of mistakes and corrections was immensely valuable.
I was extremely sore on the second day of class and was a little inhibited. But walking in and being in Vidya’s presence made me completely calm and my body had forgotten the soreness completely.
Learnings
Having a guru who is dedicated, committed to the cause and teaches you with patience is especially important for a yoga student. Vidya was all this and more.
The body and mind have to be in sync to do the asanas the right way and I noticed that my body was energized after the session and not tired.

I would recommend Vidya’s class a 100%. Thank You Vidya for being a kind and giving guru.

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING....is the least I can say about my 4-day private yoga session with this wonderful yoga teacher M/s. Vidya Shankar. This is a note of gratitude to my Yoga Guru, not just a feedback.

Thank-you for welcoming me with a namaskaar and warm smile every morning.
Thank-you for setting the space so beautifully and the mood so perfect with music and the right temperature to break some sweat.
Thank-you for thoughtfully asking before each session about any body discomforts or aches and providing the apt solutions.
Thank-you for walking me through the whole process of Surya Kriya, Nadi Shuddhi and Isha Kriya with a strong sense of calmness, peace and tranquility.
Thank-you for the various tips and techniques to improve flexibility, the stretches for the sore muscles and for recommending highly beneficial massage for a stiff body.
Thank-you for answering all queries any time with a lot of love and patience.
And I thank God for blessing me with such a kind and passionate yoga instructor with amazing energy.

I don't know why I waited so long to try Yoga. It is challenging but with clear instructions from my Yoga Guru, I feel stronger and deeply relaxed and can observe noticeable differences in my body and spirit.

Anyone still hesitant about starting yoga, I vouch for my Guru M/s. Vidya Shankar, she's great to start with. Her dedication and knowledge about yoga is superior, her attention to detail is impeccable, her perception to help students correct and improve is unmatched. She is both friendly and professional, precise and flexible and you are sure to feel at ease and comfort with such a gentle personality.

Filled with gratitude to my Guru......I'm improving in yoga and my body, mind and soul.

Discovering Vidya was a stroke of luck. I had been looking for a classically trained Hatha Yoga Teacher for a long time now. I was delighted to learn about Vidya's location on the Isha Foundation's website (Teachers in Your Area).Vidya is a wonderful, kind and intuitive teacher. My experience with her was profound. She is obviously very knowledgeable and has an intutive understanding of her student's needs. I was privileged to learn Surya Kriya and Surya Shakti from her over a period of five days.She is very attentive and encouraging through out the sessions. Her gracious and calm demeanor put me at ease instantly. The studio is immaculate and inviting. It is a 1.5 hour drive from my home to her studio, and I never regretted the time it took for my three hour daily commute. What was really touching was the little bag of healthy snacks she kept for me every single day. I plan on furthering my practice with her.

I came to Vidya to learn Surya Shakti and get corrections made for Surya Kriya. Vidya was very accommodating, and made my visit very comfortable. I actually needed several corrections on alignment and technique...even with the warm up asanas. She did an excellent job pointing out and explaining what changes I needed to make, and it's made quite an impact. Her delivery on instructions were precise, thorough, and easy to follow. She helped me to visualize the details. Surya Kriya is a profound practice, but I am also very pleased with Surya Shakti. I practice Surya Shakti every day, and I find it to be just what I have needed to give me more of a physical practice. I feel sharp, clear, and at ease following the practice, and it lasts throughout the day. I've practiced other forms of yoga, but Isha is by far my favorite. I am thankful to have access to Vidya as a teacher, and am looking forward to working with her in the future. If you want to learn yoga in pure form, contact Vidya to help you find the right practice for your personal needs.