Health & Fitness
After three weeks back in India, I’m sharing my fresh perspective on the yoga scene in 2025. From bustling rooftop classes to the deep sense of community in local shalas, yoga here feels refreshingly different from the West. I talk about how access has grown, what’s stayed true to tradition, and the small cultural quirks that make practicing in India so unique.Episode Highlights:How yoga access in India has expanded dramatically since 2012The cultural and practical differences between yoga shalas and studiosHow Bengaluru’s traffic challenges create localized yoga communitiesTypical Indian yoga class schedules and early start timesThe rise of rooftop yoga as an affordable, accessible optionMinimal emphasis on style/teacher in class listingsLack of online presence for many studios and its impact on visitorsMany yoga teachers in India teach part-time, balancing other careers alongside yoga instructionProps, cleanliness, and community etiquette in Indian yoga spacesThe popularity of aerial yoga and the presence of chanting in every classNo liability waivers and a more trust-based approach to participationThe balance between independence and guidance in Indian yoga teachingJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram