About my teacher
paramguru Sharath Jois
Sharath Jois was the lineage holder (Paramguru) of the ashtanga yoga tradition. He was born in 1971 in Mysuru India into a family dedicated to the practice, preservation and teaching of Ashtanga yoga as his grandfather Shri K. Pattabhi Jois had learned from his teacher, T. Krishnamacharya.
Sharathji was known for his deep sense of humility, discipline, and a commitment to preserving the integrity of the practice. He strongly emphasised the importance of daily practice and the deeper philosophical and spiritual dimensions of yoga.
The real meaning of yoga is to get self-knowledge about our inner self, realising what we are
Sharathji has also written books on yoga philosophy and practice. These offer insights into the deeper aspects of Ashtanga beyond just the physical postures. His influence has played a crucial role in keeping the Ashtanga tradition alive and evolving maintaining at its core, the essence of the tradition.