Yoga Prasad Institute

“I took Prasad’s class at the Bangkok Yoga festival 2010 and it was a wonderful combination of explanation, practice and exploring the deeper meaning behind a series of basic poses. Even the more experienced delegates seemed delighted to re-explore the connection between each pose and get a deeper understanding of the history of yoga. Less experienced among the group understood that there is so much more to yoga than the physical application.”

“At the beginning of the workshop, Prasad promised us a guided tour through yoga, touching many different aspects of it, which are normally not part of our yoga courses. But what he managed to do with us was much more than a simple guided tour, it was an intensive experience of many aspects of yoga, touching deep feelings in a secure environment. He managed despite the huge group to provide a feeling of security to everybody and was present for anyone who needed more assistance. It has been for me, and I am sure, for most of the participants, a fantastic discovery of what yoga can do for us and has given me a much deeper understanding of the completeness of yoga. Many thanks for this excellent workshop and looking forward to have other opportunities to work with Prasad.”

“We, the staff at the Nansen Center, had the pleasure of being taught Yoga during a week workshop in May 2009 by Prasad. He is an outstanding teacher of Yoga, including motivation. He got us very interested in the wisdom of Yoga, and got us highly motivated to continue doing Yoga, so that we can use Yoga in our work and science, which includes important problems dealing with climate and global warming.” –

Throughout the years of my trainings as a Yoga teacher I have learned from many different teachers. Still there was something in me that thought there must be something more to it than that… In my search of deeper sense of Yoga, I have met Prasad. It was a stunning experience for me. I felt the very essence of yoga he is transmitting through his teaching. Learning yoga with Prasad is like connecting directly with the very Source of Existence. It is enlivening and enriching. I am thankful for having the privilege of meeting Prasad, who is living and passing on the tradition of Yoga, this great science of Life.

Filed under Testimonials Comments Off on Israeli Yoga Teachers’ Association “The Israeli Yoga Teachers’ Association had the great pleasure of hosting Prasad Rangnekar for a series of workshops in our country. We were privileged to meet and study with an intelligent and very inspiring teacher. Prasad succeeds in bringing the traditional teachings of yoga together with a here-and-now approach that makes each lesson deep, relevant, and again, an inspiring reminder as to why we are practicing this yoga! During his stay in our country, I can truly say that Prasad touched the hearts and minds of all who met him.”

“Prasad has a rare combination of strength, flexibility, grace and wisdom that brings a whole new level of possibility to yoga. He delivers his programs with wit, humor, intelligence and passion. While some people are excellent at doing yoga and others are excellent at teaching it. Prasad has the ability to do both. He becomes a living bridge for others to master themselves both inside and out.”

“Casa Mayor hosted a yoga group led by Prasad Rangnekar in May 2004. In all there were 7 participants, all completely new to yoga. During the course his undivided attention was given not only to the entire group but also to the needs of each individual. By the end of the course all participants agreed that the week had been of tremendous therapeutic value, thanks to the effort put in by Prasad. It is hard to express the level of gratitude that was shown to Prasad.”

“Prasad is a living proof that wisdom does not necessarily have anything to do with biological ‘old age’. Wise, knowledge, with a surprising clarity of mind and common sense, and an ability, which can not always be taken for granted, to pass his experience onto others. Prasad succeeded in less than three hours to sow and water the seed of meditation in a group of lively, talkative but also stressed Spanish-speaking ladies, who had hardly ever come close to even the concept of meditation. He returned to India leaving behind a group fully devoted to a conscious daily practice. We heartily thank him for this.”

“In my eight years of doing yoga with various teachers, I have to genuinely say that Prasad has been one of the best ones I’ve been honoured to learn from. His teachings, with his focus on the breath first and foremost, were quintessential yoga at its best and gladdened my heart that there are still teachers who realize that yoga is about prana before asana. His gentleness, his flow, and the beauty of his yoga nidra as well, made my retreat with him one which will indelibly be in my heart forever.”

“I had always thought ‘there must be more to life than this’ and during the yoga week with Prasad, he helped me recognize what it was. I thought yoga was a boring form of exercise. I now realize its a whole different way of life. In one week we were shown the many different facets of yoga and taught how to apply them in your everyday life. Being able to practice breathing, exercise and meditation and connecting these practices all together, gave me a feeling of all over well being and peace of mind. The yoga retreat week gave me a long awaited opportunity to change my life. Prasad is passionate about yoga and with his style of teaching he helps his students to bring out the best in themselves. The whole concept of yoga is that everyone can achieve it. Don’t think you can’t do it… YOGA IS FOR EVERYONE.”

“In a time busy with material success, unreal issues, a mind flooded with ceaseless thoughts my inner core is asking for inspiration and healing and my fortunate path leads me to meet Prasad Rangnekar. Prasad’s pure energy, calm state of being, great sense of humor and charisma make his mere presence an experience of inspiration and motivation. Living very much in this world, embracing technologies and tools of modern society, Prasad shows us, how to integrate the teachings and practices nurturing the true self into our busy lives, so that there is no border, no cliff between practice and life. Cleansed, weightless and purified I emerge from this practice and carry the experience and it’s teaching in me. Grateful to my teacher and the endless wisdom of the teachings I wish for all beings to share this practice.”

“Training with Prasad was a truly transformative experience, beyond asana mechanics. Yes, the course definitely gave me the understanding and tools of functional anatomy, kinetics, alignment, guiding principles of safe and effective asana practice – all essentials to evolve into a good yoga teacher. In that respect, Prasad is a fantastic teacher, very knowledgeable, lucid and clear, and targeted in giving us the core knowledge we needed. However, the course is much more than that. Prasad worked with us to explore a deeper experience of yoga – of integrating the mind, breath and body, of aligning inner and outer worlds. He guided us in using our practice to examine, challenge and nurture not only our physical body but also inner selves – the mind, the emotions, our patterns of behaviors. We approached our practise from physical, experiential and intellectual perspectives. The lessons learnt are applicable in life situations for anyone, from yoga teacher to CEOs to homemakers. These learning allow us to work through our roles and demands more effectively, gracefully and with far less stress. As we went through our processes, Prasad was always there, compassionate yet firm, always listening but nudging us to find our own answers – never allowing for any dependence to form. Going through his program has not only made me a better and more compassionate person, spouse, mother & daughter, but also a much more effective leader and manager, with greater clarity and impact. Prasad is that teacher who gives you the greatest gift of learning to be your own light! And that is the first real step in yoga.”

“The 300-hour course with Prasad Rangnekar went beyond my expectations. The course itself helped me to go deeper in my own emotional and spiritual growth, which was the main reason I decided to participate. The teachings on physiology, exploring gross and subtle energy awareness in asanas, developing a consistent sadhana through the daily practices during the course, understanding how the mind, body, and energy body are intertwined, and deepening my understanding of yoga philosophy continues to guide me on the spiritual path daily. My work as a yoga teacher has changed as I have gained confidence in what my intent is when I teach, as well as strengthened my knowledge and ability to meet my students where they are at and what they need. My work as a mental health therapist has also grown, as more and more people I work with are interested in learning yoga techniques to manage mood and stress. I have only gained more and more with each class, workshop and training I have had the pleasure of attending with Prasadji. If your intent is to deepen your yoga practice, incorporate it into daily lifestyle, and walk on the spiritual path, I highly recommend this course.”

“The YTT course meant the world to me. I am blessed to have had the honor to be a part of the Hatha Yoga Tradition taught by Prasad. I know now the importance and broad dimension of yoga, a medicine for the soul, a life journey of knowledge, wisdom and experience. I have learned and experienced the real importance of breathing, I have acquired awareness of my self- limiting believes, self-sabotage, fears and restless mind, but most importantly I have learned how to overcome my self- imposed limitations with patience, love and compassion. Life has definitely gained a new meaning for me and I was born again by receiving the blessings of the Hatha Yoga tradition along with my Sanskrit name, Sanjeevani – The giver of life. I am living now with purpose as a yoga teacher. With trust, resilience and devotion to stay in the path, transform myself and inspire others.”

“This was my first time I have got acquainted with yoga in Yoga Prasad Teachers Training and Self Development Immersion training in Lithuania in 2013. And I must admit the training has changed my life! I have learned to feel and accept my body. I have realized the importance of breathing, connection between emotions and experiences. Now yoga helps me to get out of the daily routine, stop and enjoy the moment, leave the results of my actions for the Universe. And most of all – I have started to live conscious life! Spiritual path is long journey and I am very happy I have the Teacher now. I am starting to teach yoga classes in October. I feel ready and confident! Thank You Prasad Rangnekar!”

“If someone had told this unfit, sedentary, 67-year-old granny a year ago that she’d be ecstatic about yoga, she’d have told them they were delusional. Now, here I am, halfway through the eight-month Yogaprasad Yoga Teacher Training and Self-development Immersion program in Hong Kong, and realising that taking this giant leap of faith was one of the best decisions I ever made. Yogaprasad YTT reaches far deeper than simple asana training. It is a mind-expanding, heart-opening, soul-awakening path to one’s true self. You can learn asanas from a book or even a YouTube video. It’s a very rare soul who can share the ancient wisdom of true yoga, in all its aspects, with unconditional love, compassion and deep understanding. Prasad is down-to-earth, gentle, extremely knowledgeable and shares his wisdom in a way that informs, supports and nurtures his students’ learning and development in body, mind and spirit. Our class group of 16 is a family who encourage and deeply care about each other. We also have loads of fun! If you are lucky enough to have the opportunity to study with Prasad, count your blessings and jump into the deep ocean of wisdom he will so willingly share with you. He will change your life; he has certainly changed mine in so many beautiful ways. Thank you, Prasad, with deep love and gratitude.”

“During these 3 weeks, we dived into the depth of yoga, exploring and experiencing ourselves what Prasadji taught us, with love, patience, devotion and an extraordinary sense of adventure. More than never, yoga became « effortless & joyful. Probably the 3 most intense weeks of my life… Such a blessing.”