Sharath Jois Retires from Teaching

38-Year Tenure at the Ashtanga Yoga Institute Comes to an End

After 38 years, Sharath Jois has retired from his position as the head of the Ashtanga Yoga Institute in Mysore, India. He stepped down from his role on December 31, 2022, and handed over the reins to his daughter, Sharmila Jois. Sharmila has been practicing Ashtanga Yoga since she was a child and is a certified Ashtanga Yoga teacher.

Sharath's Legacy: A Master of Ashtanga Yoga

Sharath Jois is a renowned Ashtanga Yoga master who has dedicated his life to preserving and teaching the traditional practice. He is the grandson of K. Pattabhi Jois, the founder of Ashtanga Yoga, and is known throughout the world for his deep understanding and knowledge of the practice. Under his guidance, the Ashtanga Yoga Institute has become a renowned center for the study and practice of Ashtanga Yoga. Sharath has taught thousands of students over the years, and his teachings have helped to spread the practice of Ashtanga Yoga around the globe.

The Future of Ashtanga Yoga: Sharmila Jois Takes the Reins

Sharmila Jois is a highly respected and experienced Ashtanga Yoga teacher who is well-equipped to lead the Ashtanga Yoga Institute into the future. She has been practicing Ashtanga Yoga for over 25 years and has a deep understanding of the practice. She is also a certified Ashtanga Yoga teacher and has been teaching at the Ashtanga Yoga Institute for many years. Under Sharmila's leadership, the Ashtanga Yoga Institute will continue to be a center of excellence for the study and practice of Ashtanga Yoga.

Reflections from Sharmila Jois

"My father has been my greatest teacher and inspiration. I am honored to take on this role and continue his legacy. Ashtanga Yoga is a powerful practice that has transformed the lives of countless people. I am committed to preserving and teaching this tradition so that it can continue to benefit future generations."

Continued Legacy: Sharath's Impact on the Yoga Community

Sharath Jois has been instrumental in the development and growth of the Ashtanga Yoga community around the world. His teachings have inspired and guided countless practitioners, and he has helped to spread the practice of Ashtanga Yoga to every corner of the globe. His retirement marks the end of an era, but his legacy will continue to live on through the students he has taught and the practitioners who continue to practice Ashtanga Yoga in his tradition.