Advaith Yogalaya is a Hatha Yoga teaching centre located in Ramanna Layout, Saibaba Colony, Coimbatore, India. Established in 2021 by internationally certified yoga teachers R. Madhankumar and A. Nirmala, who bring over 10 years of yoga practice and 5 years of teaching experience, the centre has grown significantly from offering one session to one student per day to currently conducting six sessions daily for over 50 students, both in-person and online, seven days a week. Beginners are gently introduced to yoga through a brief theory on its origins, types, the Guru’s method of practice, basic warm-ups, Surya Namaskar, and foundational backward, forward bend, and inverted asanas. Regular practitioners experience a variety of styles, ranging from basic to power yoga sessions throughout the week. Each session includes guided pranayama, meditation, and kriya practices. Prenatal yoga and basic aerial yoga are also offered to enhance flexibility and diversify the yoga experience. Additionally, private sessions for high-net-worth individuals and group classes at residential apartments are part of the teaching model. In just two years, Advaith Yogalaya has expanded its student base across India and internationally, including students from Singapore, the US, Canada, Australia, and Spain, with plans to grow further. The centre is actively involved in yoga promotion through health and wellness programs for college staff and students, public awareness events with planners, and annual yoga retreats aimed at revitalizing body and mind. Furthermore, it extends social support in the educational and medical fields through monetary contributions and blood donation drives.
