Research Assistant at Yoga institute in Pune (India)

Jordan

5

Namaste!❤️ I spent three beautiful weeks with this amazing family at the hostel, where we practiced yoga daily and studied its philosophy through personal sessions🧘‍♀️❤️ This experience enriched me with a deeper understanding of Indian culture, something I could've never gained otherwise. 🪷 Very clean and the food is delicious! They welcomed me beyond what I ever imagined and taught me the true meaning of Karma Yoga. 🙏🙏 Thank you, beautiful family. Now I know for sure that I'll always have a home in India. See you again soon!

about 1 month ago

Dr. Vikas replied

Dear Dr. Rodan,
Namaste from Bharat (India )

Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt review. We are deeply touched by your words and grateful that you chose Swasti Yoga Center for your Level 1 Yoga Protocol Instructor journey.

It's inspiring to see medical professionals like you embracing yoga with such passion and integrating it into holistic healing. Best wishes for all your future endeavors.

With love and respect,
Dr. Vikas Chothe & the Swasti Yoga Family

United States

5

I had a beautiful stay at the hostel where I was taken in by a loving family and given extensive lesson on the history and tradition of yoga. I was able to fully immerse into the culture through temple visits, community outreach events, college tours and fun retreats while also connecting with the family during birthday celebrations, special trips and everyday life. We shared many laughs, meals and memories together. I wouldn't trade this experience for the world, and would highly recommend to anyone with an open and curious heart.

about 1 year ago

Dr. Vikas replied

Dear Azariah, your kind words mean the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you but this time with your family too! Also may be in Brazil next year. Who knows :)

Spain

5

I had an incredible time with the hostel, they have a wonderful team. They took me in like family and I will be forever grateful for their care and time. I definitely recommend this place.

about 1 year ago

Brazil

5

Amazing experience! The teachers are compassionate, have lots of knowledge, and are willing to share everything and make a family out of all the students. I learned more than just asanas, but about all the philosophy behind it, giving me tools to deal better with situations in my life. You'll get the complete Indian experience, as they welcome you into their family wholeheartedly! The field trips are always super interesting, and you'll get a deep understanding of India. Thank you very much for everything, the hostel family! <3

over 1 year ago

Brazil

5

My time in the hostel was great! Everyone from the family is lovely and they do everything in their power to guarantee you feel good and adapted. Here you can really experience the reality of an Indian family, learn about their culture, religion, rituals, food, and of course, the philosophy of Yoga. The practice goes beyond the Asanas, it's about the exchange of thoughts about life, well-being and the whole Universe. I had a lot of time to study, practice and write. I also helped their daughter with her studies, made videos&pics, wrote articles and translated a book. Family, obrigada! Lots of love

over 1 year ago

Spain

5

I had a great experience at the hostel! Dr Vikas and his family made me feel at home from day 1. They provided me with a comfortable clean room, healthy nourishing meals and a safe quiet space for my practice. Everyday we had a practical and theory session in the morning, whereas in the afternoon I mostly had free time to do self-study, spend time with the family or engage in cultural activities. Not only did I learn about yoga, but also about Indian culture, by visiting temples, local schools, going to festivals and fairs and sightseeing in Pune. Overall It was a very enriching stay!

over 1 year ago

Russia

2

What you can get: The food is comforting and reflective of local traditions The insight into Hindu culture and yoga theory The atmosphere is friendly, kind and secure But be aware: The photos do not represent the reality. It is not a "yoga centre" but a flat with cramped rooms. I ended up even sharing one bed with another volunteer! The price is very high, 950$ and non-refundable Yoga practice around 1.5 hours a day, the rest of the time is unsupervised, nothing to do The remote and very inconvenient location, nowhere to go Guests are required to wear merchandise walking outside

over 1 year ago

Dr. Vikas replied

Thank you Mary for sharing your experience. Firstly, we regret any misunderstanding regarding the representation of our facilities. The space we provide is indeed a flat, and while it may not meet everyone's expectations of a traditional yoga center, we strive to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for all our guests.
As for the pricing, we want to clarify that the cost of $950 was communicated, paid and agreed upon before your arrival. We understand that our pricing may not be suitable for everyone, but we believe it reflects the value of the guru shishya paramapara experience, MD doctors teaching here and resources provided during your stay.
Lastly, regarding the optional requirement to wear merchandise when walking outside, we apologize if this was not clearly communicated beforehand. Our intention is to create a sense of unity (yoga), safety and belonging among our guests, but we understand if this requirement was not to your liking.
In conclusion, while we regret that your experience did not meet your expectations, we want to assure you that we take all feedback seriously and will use it to improve our offerings in the future.

United States

4

I had an amazing time here! The food is incredible, and the family and community is very loving. There are some things you should be aware of: 1. the hostel is inside of an apartment building where the family resides, it is not an institute with its own grounds. 2. The price for the yoga classes is pretty high compared to other yoga places in India. This is a rich cultural opportunity that has many benefits but make sure it is in line with what you are looking for before deciding to come here. I am really grateful for my experience and I felt I was a part of the family.

over 1 year ago

Mexico

5

My experience was absolutely wonderful. Dr. Vikas and his lovely family taught us about the different practices of Yoga & Indian Culture through different activities, he taught us about sustainable tourism so we went to public schools teaching kids about the culture of our country, we had Yoga Picnics, Medical College visits , musical fountains, Indian weddings, we tried lots of traditional Indian food, we watched Bollywood movies, visited a lot of temples, shopping mall centers, we celebrated my birthday in an Indian way :) In summary one of the best experiences of my life. Thanks a lot! ❤️

over 1 year ago

Dr. Vikas replied

Dear Lino,
I think it couldn't have been anything better. Every moment was fun, learning and exchange of knowledge, life values, cultures and languages. Best wishes for all your future endeavours and yoga journey. See you soon in the next program of Yoga Instructor. Adios!

Australia

5

I undertook the YTT L1. You realise quickly that you're here to learn about life, yogic living & Indian culture which are all intertwined so effortlessly. Dr Vikas & Dr Shweta are so knowledgeable & passionate about their profession which is inspiring to observe. They also double as the most incredible hosts. They invited me into their home & treated me as family. I'm so grateful to them & their family for facilitating such a beautiful experience. What they offer is more than a volunteer exchange. It's an open door into an enriching cultural exchange that can change your life perspective.

over 1 year ago

Dr. Vikas replied

Thank you for your kind words Sam! It was truly a pleasure having you for the Level 1 YTT and sharing the essence of yogic living. We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and your participation in various yoga and cultural activities helped us and made a positive impact. We're glad you felt at home with us. Wishing you continued growth on your journey!

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