Welcome to Yogasmriti
Welcome to the yoga-sangha for like minded karma yogis.
Yoga – the word yoga means to yoke. It can be understood as unifying the breath with the mind and body or as integrating the yin and the yang energies present within us or as dissolving the individual soul within the infinite soul. Yoga is an ancient Indian art of well-being which helps brings peace, health and a more evolved understanding of the individual self.
Smriti – like most words in Sanskrit, Smriti has a few interconnected meanings and inferences. It can be understood as tradition and more effectively as remembered tradition. Smriti also refers to the set of literature that followed the Vedas and includes the Ramayana and Mahabharata [classified as Itihasas] as the most well-known works. Both Ramayana and Mahabharata are seen as doctrines on dharma or righteous duty. The Mahabharata also contains within it the Bhagvad Gita, a rich repository on yoga philosophy and the concept of Karma.
Yogasmriti – Yoga as we know it today evolved over a period of 5000 years and the sages who were using their bodies, minds and sacred Shruti-Smriti literature as tools to comprehend the mysteries of the universe created the poses to represent the lessons learnt on their journey and to reflect on the energy manifested through each position. Myths and legends became the muse for asanas. Practise of the asanas and study of the texts became parallel tracks to the same destination of self-realization. As a result asana nomenclature and etymology were inspired by the proceeding depicted in these texts.
This rich tradition offers an important key to understanding the inner essence and working of the asanas. The history infuses life to the poses which an approach focussed only on alignment and anatomy cannot and this added comprehension raises it to an art-form from a mere physical process.
At Yogasmriti the dual aim is to stay true to the cultural heritage of Yoga and also contribute positively to society by supporting individuals and communities in need. Read more about Yogasmriti’s founder Mayank and the charitable Causes we support.
‘India is the cradle of the human race, the birthplace of human speech, the mother of history, the grandmother of legend and great- grandmother of tradition. Our most valuable and most instructive materials in the history of man are treasured up in India’. Mark Twain
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Mayank is an amazing teacher not just in how he guides us through yoga poses but also in the knowledge he shares at the conclusion of each class....
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Excellent teacher! Very focused!Encourages us to follow the rhythm and explains the benefits very well. I have had personal experience of an exce...
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Mayank is a great Yogi! I had always thought that Yoga was a walk in the park but after my very first session with Mayank, it took me 1 whole wee...
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I have tried few yoga sessions here in Dubai and I did not feel the flow of good energy, most of them were commercial and instructors were those ...
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Mayank is a very focused and ambitious yoga teacher, always very professional and motivating in his approach towards his students and during his ...
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Great teacher, hugely patient and supportive to his students like me who try but not always achieve! Very informative, calm manner and voice, and...
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Mayank is my first professional guru in Yoga. He is a simple human being who encourages us to enjoy the world of Yoga through sharing his knowled...
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I was never a believer in yoga, however sitting at a desk every day I found I was getting pains in my back and legs. A work colleague recommended...
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Mayank's classes are truly inclusive making it possible for anyone of any ability or experience to feel welcome and to benefit and gain inspi...
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Mayank is a brilliant teacher. He takes keen interest in ensuring his students get the benefits of yoga. He is an inspiration.
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Mayank has instilled a discipline that centres us especially in our busy lives. He's much more than a yoga instructor, he's knowledgeable...
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Mayank guides and goads us through the class and outside to being a yogi. His dedication is such that the students are inspired to follow suit. H...
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Mayank has inspired me as a beginner to continue the yoga journey. Quietly spoken and yet clear on what is to be done in each move, he brings a u...
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Mayank is a very passionate yogi, an excellent teacher and a wonderful human being. His commitment & dedication to yoga practise coupled with...
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Simplicity, responsibility and personal attention, I do not have words to explain about Mayank’s motivational style in class. You must expe...
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A wonderful Yoga teacher and a superb person rolled into one! By far, Mayank is the most passionate Yoga instructor I have had, he passes on his ...
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Yoga has changed my life…in fact, YOU have changed my life! Thank you ever so much for starting these classes. I can't begin to tell yo...
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Taking up Yoga was always on my mind but never materialized, till I met Mayank at a common friend’s place. It was the peace and calmness ab...
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Mayank is a very patient and encouraging yoga teacher. His teaching is well organised and knowledgeable which leaves one rejuvenated, yet peaceful ...
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I have tried several forms of exercise but have found yoga to be far superior in that it truly harmonises the mind and body, and creates a wonder...
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I recently heard about the Yoga sessions that Mayank conducts on Friday mornings. I attended with my wife and we both loved it. After the first s...
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I am not sure what more to add to what has already been said which I agree with whole-heartedly. Mayank is a very experienced and skilled yogi an...
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Mayank is someone who is completely dedicated to Yoga. As a teacher, he has immense knowledge about yoga. He is also patient and takes time to co...
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An extremely versatile human being, Mayank Dhingra is quite an inspiration. I am a fairly recent joinee and after an initial sampling of the yoga...
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A most amazing and selfless yoga guru who wonderfully explains the rationale behind each asana as he teaches! Despite of teaching to a group, he ...
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I have been attending Mayank's sessions since May'11 and the experience has had a positive impact on me. The simplicity with which Mayank...
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Having done yoga off and on for most of my life, I can confidently say that Mayank is a very accomplished yoga teacher. I gain a lot from his ses...
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Mayank is a great teacher, very calm, patient and ever encouraging to all students. There is continuity between various asanas that he teaches us...
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Mayank offers an extremely balanced class between active asanas and calming pranayamas. It is both challenging and very rewarding and I am always...
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Mayank is an amazing yogi, he always thinks about the benefits to the students and his classes vary according to the purpose and benefit of the c...
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Mayank's selfless devotion to teaching yoga & spreading his wonderful knowledge are commendable. His simplicity & positivity flows th...
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An exceptional yoga teacher and I suspect an equally remarkable human being.After very session I am looking forward to the next. His gentle persu...
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Mayank is an amazing yogi! He's not only very accomplished, skilled, and knowledgeable, but also very patient and encouraging. He is a ...
