Testimonials

By the grace of Sadhguru, I met a Yogasanas teacher who not only taught me with utmost care and attention but also inspired me to live the way one should. Manohar Anna’s intensity and meticulousness is unfathomable and has motivated me like never before to break my own boundaries which seemed so big before his class. I am so grateful to come in touch with such a simple man with such powerful presence! What you have done to me, no one has done till date! Thank you for being You! … Deepali Sahay, Singer/Actor/Director

Thank you Manohar ji for this 2-days of immersive training in Surya Kriya. While i may have practiced yoga in Singapore, this  class had me realise that I barely know the depths, intricacy and power of the entire flow. In a modern yoga studio of my city, this practice unfortunately is taught simplistically focusing on mostly the moves. Your detailed and rigorous teaching allowed me to fully appreciate this ancient practice in its entirety – breath, energy, focus and sacred details. I am so grateful for your guidance… Kai Tan, Singapore, Entrepreneur

Yogasanas is a beautiful practice, and I am so, so grateful that I could learn it from Manohar Sadanand ji. He is an amazing teacher, who has a natural aura of joy and compassion around him. He is very vigilant in class, making sure every single student understands the asanas correctly at every step. He offers very detailed instructions and clarifies difficulties with a lot of patience and clarity. He goes way beyond his duties as an Isha teacher, transmitting far more than just the “poses” of the asanas. Simply being there in the class, I figured out a lot about not just Yogasanas, but other yoga practices as well. It was absolutely blissful!… Zolynn Trivedi, Artist, Udaipur

I learnt Surya Kriya and Surya Shakti from Manohar in Mumbai at his place. He is a very well organized teacher. He teaches kriyas in a very detailed manner and also pays enough attention to your practice & gives necessary individual corrections. He starts classes on time and also gives enough time for answering questions and doubts at the end of the class. It was a very good experience. Thank you Manohar… Priscila Dominguez, Mexico

The true essence & power of Surya Kriya is something one has to experience themselves. The surge of energy both mentally and physically and spiritually is something that has not been in my experience until days 3 of Surya Kriya. Something shifted or got tweaked.. sparked ….. awakened within me which I can’t explain in words. Now I can’t wait to do a full Mandala cycle and share more of my Personal journey through it. :-Thank you Manohar Anna & Isha Yoga.. I’m Eternally Grateful … Jigesh Gajjar, Head Of VFX, DNEG, Mumbai

I had the privilege of attending a 5-day Yogasana program under Hatha Yoga teacher Shri Manohar Gad, and it was truly a transformative experience. The way he teaches is exceptional—balancing strictness with patience, punctuality with personal attention. He doesn’t just demonstrate; he individually corrects each student’s posture. Under his guidance, I was surprised to see myself performing asanas with confidence and efficiency that I never thought possible. In today’s sedentary lifestyle, teachers like him are rare and essential. He doesn’t just finish a course and move on—he remains available to guide and support students in their continued practice. I wholeheartedly recommend Shri Manohar Gad to anyone seeking authentic yoga, whether beginner or advanced. His teachings are not just about flexibility—they are about strength, awareness, discipline, and the joy of true yoga. Forever grateful for this journey… Utkarsh Tewari, Architect, Mumbai

My partner and I had been wanting to learn Angamardana for a while, as our lives as restaurateurs keep us constantly on our toes, with little time for physical activity and a mind that often feels fogged. We’re so glad we crossed paths with Manohar Sir and joined his Angamardana course. Manohar Sir has been incredibly patient and attentive, taking the time to understand our individual physical levels while ensuring every movement is performed with precision and care. He never once rushed us, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the practice. There’s a calmness and depth to his presence that naturally motivates you to push a little further. We deeply admire his practicality, gentle discipline, and the clarity with which he shares both the techniques and the deeper significance of Angamardana. Feeling both energized and centered, we’re inspired to make this a consistent part of our daily lives and are so grateful to have begun this journey under his guidance… Glenice Dsa & Diego Miranda, restaurateurs, Mumbai

Astounding to know how body behaves after Angamardana. Thank you Manohar Sir for inspiring us towards purposeful & vibrant anatomy. Obeisance Sadguru 🙏 … Dhruv Sitwala, Asian Billiards champion & World no. 2, Mumbai

I recently had the privilege of learning Angamardana at YogHarsh. Manohar Anna, truly impressed me with his in-depth knowledge and meticulous approach to teaching. Manohar Anna is not just a teacher but a thorough guide who takes the time to explain each practice in great detail. His teaching style focuses on the essence of correct alignment and the finer nuances of each movement. He emphasizes precision, often demonstrating common mistakes and offering practical corrections. The level of attention he gives to ensure each practitioner gets the posture right is remarkable. The atmosphere at YogHarsh is equally conducive to learning. The ambience is warm, supportive, and free from distractions, which makes it an ideal space for focused practice. His patient and comprehensive approach to teaching makes it clear that he genuinely cares about the progress of his students. I highly recommend YogHarsh to learn Isha Hatha Yoga Practices… Vinit Powle, Chartered Accountant

The class of Angamardana was exhilarating and appeared to rejuvenate my energies during the short span of 4 days. By day four I was already able to flex my body in certain ways that I had never imagined I could in the past. I also felt like I had a bundle of extra energy during the rest of the day. I am extremely confident that it will be life transforming as I continue to practice it with shambhavi mudra daily. Thank you Manohar for being patient with us and for teaching difficult processes in such a simple and fluid way. You have an excellent flair for teaching Yoga and you are making a palpable difference in the lives of people. Thank you Sadguruji for disseminating this and other Isha practices to the world!… Dr. Prem Kumar Lund, Emergency Medicine Physician, USA

I injured my back, some 2 years ago due to which my whole body has been impacted by the lack of movement for so long. So I decided to undertake Yoga classes from Manohar, since everyone kept telling me that Yoga would help. The 1st thing that I liked about the way Manohar teaches Yoga was he tried to understand all my issues and make a class module that would suit me best. Then he took care and attention, to ensure that I was told about why ever Asana was beneficial to me and which part of the body it would impact and how. He is patient, and answers your queries, and ensures that you understand every aspect of Yoga. I would definitely recommend Manohar if you are a beginner like me, with multiple health issues, to undertake a class with him… Nupura Hautamaki, Event Planner, Goa

I’m a cricketer. I recently did my Yogasanas course under Manohar anna & the experience was quite wonderful. The way anna explained every asana made it so easy to grab, without any word just by my facial expressions anna would understand my query. The class was organized so well by anna that even after travelling from far away, after entering the class, the environment felt so peaceful that I didn’t feel I was tired. I’m a professional sportsperson but after doing Yogasanas, I felt that I haven’t used my most body parts before. Doing asanas for the very first time while keeping our eyes closed, was a great experience. Being conscious of the breath while doing Yogasanas, gave me a wonderful feeling. I was corrected by anna whenever I was stuck. On the very last day, when anna shared his experience, I was amazed by hearing it. He looks so much more young for his age. Overall those 5 days of Yogasanas, made me realize how important it is to keep your breath, thoughts settled which can help one to have a balance while doing asana and also in life… Avani Khandagale ,Cricketer (Mumbai Probables)

I learnt Surya Kriya and Angamardana with Isha teacher Manohar at IYC Juhu in October 2025. I am very happy with the teaching method, dedication and patience with which he taught the class. He would be present all days before time and the class would be set up before participants came in. Class started on time every day as well. Most of all for me the efficiency of his teaching reflects in the fact how I remember all things I learnt. I totally recommend learning any Isha practices anyone is interested in from him if his time and location are suitable for you… Urmi Rambhia, Chartered Accountant, London

I attended Yogasanas in Mar 2019 … I don’t know what happened after the class… the practice had some impact that I felt there should not be a day when I don’t do Yogasanas… from then there has never been a day I missed the practise. I am a changed person in-terms of life perception and perspective … I am truly grateful to sadhguru…for immense compassion. I lost my mother some time back which was very tough for me to handle… but even that day I did my practice… I needed more grace to support myself mentally … but could not have been a better way to deal with situations without this support of sadhana. I would not have wanted it any other way… Maithreyi Baaliga, Pune

Surya Kriya was beautifully taught in a calm clean way in a small group at Amboli. Had a blissful experience with Mr Manohar as our guide as i have tried other guides at Isha and everywhere it is not the same . Surya shakti is an optional part which I didn’t know so i am putting it here for viewers for more clarity. Surya shakti is just another name given to the usual surya namaskar in iyengar yoga.. which u can opt out of . Surya kriya is the most breathtaking internal experience taught kindly and with patience by Mr Manohar… Deepika Motwani, actor, Mumbai

I have learnt Angamardana and Surya Kriya from Manohar.  It has been a loving & joyful experience. Manohar’s sensitivity is so palpable! He imparts the training with a tenderness,  and understanding which at once puts you at ease and makes anyone feel like I CAN DO IT! No matter how tricky the twist in posture!… Rinea Dourado, Goa

I have learnt Surya Kriya, Yogasanas and Angamardana from Manohar sir. He is the perfect Hatha Yoga trainer one can find and I feel privileged to have learnt practices under his guidance. He is just amazing !!… Vikash, An Entrepreneur from Mumbai 🙂

Your class on 21st August 2021 on Bhuta shuddhi was excellent and unique. I am blessed that you took this class for me. Your way of explaining things are memorable ones & you can plant the right seed in the mind of learner… Roopa Belurkar, Professor, Goa

Thank you Manohar for reintroducing me to Yoga, and so beautifully. It was a very pleasant and calming experience for me. In a short time you took us through so many exercises in such a meticulous manner and yet allowing us to catch up in our pace and understanding, which has resulted in us learning well as well as enjoying the process… Darpana Athale, Architect, Goa

Learning Yoga from Manohar anna was fun and yet so intense. There is no chance for any mistakes  in the practice as the instructions given are just perfect. First I learnt Surya kriya;my first yoga class. My body was resisting then, but the way it is taught makes a lot of difference, after the 3 day class there’s a surety that you can do it all alone. Second was Angmardana, I was fascinated by the YouTube videos and was excited to learn it. First day was just a trailer after that i had to convince my body that i have 4 more days left, but in the last session everything seemed effortless. Here every posture is paid close attention to and explained to you;  Why is it going wrong, how it should be etc. The teacher tries to deliver the best to you. Third I learnt Bhuta Shuddhi. This is not an exercise form it is more mental and emotional level. Our teacher made every step clear to us, And ensured that everyone got it right. I am thankful and feel blessed to have you here. Learning Yoga and practicing it has made a lot of difference in my life… Shreeya Chodankar, student, Goa

Namaskaram, my name is Aditya V Jeswal and I am an architect by qualification and a yogi by love. My journey in yoga began with Manohar and I am so glad that it was so. Manohar is a very dedicated teacher that not only nurtures the students in their first steps but also ensures that one is learning the steps in the exact way as it has to be taught with all its nuances and details. Thank you Manohar… Aditya Jeswal, Architect, Mumbai

Sessions were very intense with keen attention on form during practices. Individual focus  given to each participant makes the practice even more exciting… Dr. Karan, Goa

I have had privilege of learning ‘Bhuta Shuddhi’, ‘Angamardana’ and ‘Yogasana Correction’ from Shri Manohar. While his style of teaching is easy and friendly, he is very particular about the correctness of postures, breathing and other aspects expected in classical form of Yoga. I have immensely benefited from his teaching and guidance… Subhash Phadate, Retired Bank Of India Executive, Goa

I had missed the opportunity of completing my surya kriya and bhuta shudhi earlier and learnt the surya Namaskar on my own. When I was initiated into surya kriya and bhuta shudhi I realised how important it is to have these practices transmitted by a trained Hath Yoga teacher. I don’t miss out on a single day without doing them and I thank Manohar Anna for being instrumental in making these practices MY practices.🙏. In helping me understand it’s importance. Thank you for making these practices available to us in our home town. How can anyone not make the most of this opportunity is very hard to understand. I can’t wait to learn all that he offers. Thank you sadguru and thank you Manhor anna 🙏… Nikhil Korgaokar, Mariner, Goa

Really loved the sessions, as much as I learned it Course was very much in detail, friendly ambience in the hall, personal attention to each & everyone for corrections. It was like learning the skills directly from the master (Guru)🙏I would highly recommend it to others… Sankalp Sagar, Jodhpur

Manohar ji is the most cool, calm and composed teacher I have come across with an eye for detail. Exudes very positive energy which makes learning from  him a beautiful experience… Mukund Athale – Architect, Goa

Thank you for getting me started on the authentic ‘physical’ aspects of yoga… Lt Cdr Piyush Garg, Indian Navy

I had been ailing physically for quite some time and I felt the time had come  for me to learn Bhuta Shuddhi. Only one teacher came instantly to my mind….Manohar anna. And I was grateful to learn the process under him. Every detail, every aspect (keeping in mind the pandemic), post- session information, was taken care of by Manohar anna. The learning was so effortless, thanks to him… Geeta Iyer, House maker, Mumbai

It was a very pleasant experience learning Angamardana from Manohar Anna. His teaching was to the point and clear as well. Though the exercises were very difficult especially for a beginner, he was very supportive as well as affirmative. First day practise gave some sore muscles along with exhaustion but second day onwards the soreness reduced and energies were way better despite rigorous practise. His personal sharing of experiences will motivate a beginner to go ahead and never give up…. That’s what teachers do! Motivate and inspire!… Dr Hemali Bhatt, Mumbai

I did my Bhutashuddi program with Isha Hathayoga Teacher Manohar anna. Though the process seems to be just a small part of our daily Sadhana, it is a powerful tool to begin with. Manohar anna’s systemic explanation of the process was flawless and easy to understand. His constant support was very assuring. I am happy, I learnt Bhutashuddi and thank Manohar anna for the same 🙏… Shanti Chawla, Homemaker and Isha meditator, Mumbai

Yogasanas, an intense yoga practice, was delivered in the simplest form within a serene setting allowing to feel the subtlety and internalize the experience which helped continue the practices at home. Thank you 🙏… Gaurav Singh, Sustainability Specialist, Mumbai

Manohar taught me surya kriya and till date i do it 🙂 i just love it. i think i survived this whole covid thing because of isha  shambhavi and surya kriya 🙂 I am grateful to Manohar … Vinayak MM Karkera, Digital Media, Mumbai

I’ve learnt surya Kriya and yogasanas  with Manohar anna. He teaches with so much precision and passion that it remains ingrained in the heart and mind. He is truly an excellent teacher and very accurate with the process. Feel blessed to have him as a teacher… Jasmine Suri, Founder at Jasmine Learning Solutions, Mumbai

I have learnt many practices from Manohar Anna over the years, Yogasanas, eye care, Angamardana to name a few. What is unique about him is the calm composure with which he attends to each and every participant, and the kind of detailed instruction and feedback he gives to us. The first time I learnt Yogasanas with him, there were more than 12 participants in the class and he would be able to point out different corrections for everyone in one go. Sometimes I’m surprised at how he remembers each and every aspect of so many different practices in so much detail, divided over hundreds of videos. When he talks it is as if the audio visual syncs with his voice and not vice versa. He is also very accommodating, and responds in a timely manner to any queries. In my experience, for someone looking to learn any Isha Hatha Yoga practice, Manohar Anna is the best teacher to go to… Aalekh Kapoor, Actor, Mumbai

Learning Yoga with Manohar sir has been an enriching experience. I was amazed by the way in which classes were conducted, especially in a limited batch how sir helped each and everyone of us individually in our own personal journey understanding body’s tendencies. The environment, space and length of the classes was perfect. I feel fortunate to be a yoga practitioner and starting my journey with right guidance… Sanket Kadam, actor, Mumbai

Sadhguru’s talks have always been impactful. One such video I saw was about the sun cycles and how being in tune with it can do wonders. Sadhguru talked about Surya kriya and it’s miraculous benefits and that was it. I enrolled for Suryakriya under Manohar sir. The place was peaceful and perfect to conduct such intense practices. Manohar Sir poured in his entire experience and learnings while teaching us. He ensures that batches are limited to 3 so that attention can be given to everyone. This ensured that all our mistakes are rectified. Thanks a lot sir for all your guidance and teachings. Looking forward to learn more and more hatha yoga practices from you… Priya, Mumbai

Surya Kriya 2016, was the first of many hatha yoga classes with Manohar Anna over the last 5 years. As a teacher Anna is full of  knowledge and is always willing to answer all our question. But what strikes me the most is the gratitude with which Anna offers the courses. Thanks Anna for being a part of my journey in Yoga. Pranam… Siddesh Valvaikar, Entrepreneur, Goa

I have experienced many yoga teachers, Manohar Anna is exceptional, he teaches you yoga with so much sensitivity . He is translating Isha yoga as he has learnt with focusing on each detail of every asana . He is all around you but very invisible… Chetan Desai, Owner of Creations By Shanagar, Isha Meditator, Mumbai

Namaskaram Manohar anna! Truly grateful for your detailed explanation and dedicated practice sessions! Yogasanas are a series of asanas and not really easy to teach! Truly grateful for your patience and understanding! You are an outstanding and inspirational teacher Manohar Anna. Feeling blessed ! My sincere thanks to Sadhguru and all Hata Yoga teachers 🙏🙏🙏🌹🌹… Anu Vijaykumar, Homemaker and Isha meditator, Mumbai

Gratitude & appreciation for the learning experience …Thank you for being a truly outstanding teacher. Your teaching and patience has been an inspiring experience. Thank you, 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 … Anamika Sadh, Homemaker and Isha meditator, Mumbai

Came accross Sadhguru’s YouTube videos talking about Suryakriya and it’s benefits. Excited about it I enrolled for Suryakriya class with hatha yoga teacher Manohar Sir and the experience was phenomenal. Hatha yoga being an intense practice, it was a privilege to learn it under Manohar Sir’s guidance. Only three participants were allowed in the batch so that utmost attention can be given to all the participants. The practice being intense and subtle at the same time, Manohar sir ensured that all our small small mistakes are corrected during each session. Even though Manohar Sir’s batches always run full and there is waiting period to get enrolled 😆 but the wait is worth since Manohar Sir’s teachings are with 100% commitment. I have already enrolled for other hatha yoga practices under Manohar Sir. Thank you sir for all the hatha yoga teachings you have imparted to me 🙂… Sanket, Mumbai

Manohar anna is a fantastic teacher. I’ve taken multiple classes from him and each time I’m blown away. Along with his motivational and passionate demeanor, he is also very clear in his explanations and directions. With request He even designed a surya kriya class in Marathi from scratch, for my father. I am really grateful for how conveniently I can learn Sadhguru’s practises.
… Vassant kalangutkar, student, Goa

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