Shiva Yoga Centre

I keep going to Shiva's classes every time i visit south Goa. His classes are traditional hatha yoga in the best sense, that is no fancy or funny talks in between asanas, no cool or pretentious theatre for westerners.. You get wonderful and deep one and half hour class consisting of warm up, assanas, pranayama, meditation. Highly recommended!

I spent a fortnight in Palolem and went to Shiva’s 9am yoga class every morning. I can’t recommend Shiva more highly. He is clearly an experienced yoga teacher with a wealth of knowledge and I got masses out of going to his classes. Really friendly and welcoming. Thank you!

I did some yoga in Rishikesh about 20 years ago and felt the calling again during this 2 weeks holliday in Palolem (I went everyday). All in all it was a very good experience. Shiva Nand Jee (the teacher) was very experienced and calm. He adapted his style to the rough level of the class and helped the new students. Also I learned how to clean my sinuses (neti). Will try to keep up the practice and return. Thanks Swami Ji :)

We stumbled across his tepee style hut in the way to the beach, it was in a quiet setting down a sandy track. The hatha class flowed nicely - firstly starting with chanting, stretches, sun salutation, poses and then meditation/breathing techniques at the end. He was clear with his instructions and didn’t go too fast in the heat which was perfect. 4 days in and I even managed a headstand unaided! Thank you Swami for being so patient and such a wonderful teacher.

I had never done yoga before and am a larger gentleman so felt apprehensive about the whole idea (I originally went to appease the wife). But swami made the experience a pleasure, so much so that I booked an additional 6 sessions (at a discount). Having had a painful back for years i can already feel some of the benefits. I will be continuing with yoga when I get back to England. Would highly recommend!!