I have completed the 200-hour Teacher Training Program with Srivatsa Ramaswami at the Vinyasa Krama Yoga Summer Institute in 2010. Since then I have taught group and private classes in San Francisco, Silicon Valley and the High Coast of Sweden. I have additionally completed two 45hr asana programs and a weekend pranayama program taught by Ramaswami.
Apart from Vinyasa Krama, I had studied Iyengar Yoga at the California Yoga Center, Vedic chanting and Healing Yoga at the Healing Yoga Foundation and Feldenkrais at Columbia University. My other interests include anatomy and Tai Chi. I learned about Srivatsa Ramaswami from my friend Eric Powell, whose yoga classes I liked most out of the dizzying variety of yoga offerings in New York City.
Apart from Vinyasa Krama, I had studied Iyengar Yoga at the California Yoga Center, Vedic chanting and Healing Yoga at the Healing Yoga Foundation and Feldenkrais at Columbia University. My other interests include anatomy and Tai Chi. I learned about Srivatsa Ramaswami from my friend Eric Powell, whose yoga classes I liked most out of the dizzying variety of yoga offerings in New York City.
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I would like to share with you a Yoga for Beginners course created in collaboration with the online learning platform, Versal. There are four lessons in the course: Breath of Yoga, Breath Movement Synchronization, Tadasana Standing Sequence and Seated Forward Bends Sequence. For maximum benefit, I highly recommend studying the course in that order.
The list below focuses primarily on yoga and wellness but you can get a general idea of what kind of books I found informative, beautiful and inspiring from my little home library above. The best book for those who want to learn an astonishing variety of asanas in a systematic manner. My personal practice and teaching style are mostly based on this book.
It is not that I must conform to the yoga practice, but rather the yoga practice must be tailor-made for me. If you are interested in private sessions, please contact me to schedule an initial 45 min consultation that includes a short questionnaire to better understand your needs and goals and an intro to Vinyasa Krama yoga with a focus on breathwork.
Reviews (13)
Ikan G.
Feb 25, 2015
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James P.
Dec 23, 2012
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I used to do weights and after injuring myself I'd turned to Yoga for help. I knew the benefits of yoga and I thought it will take some time before I see any improvement. But after a few private sessions with Aruna my health improves along with my flexibility.
Aruna is a great teacher and she is meticulous. She pays attention to your breathing and posture and immediately correct any bad poses. She makes yoga practice a pleasure and there is a yoga for everyone.
Keep in mind a great teacher is critical when you are new to yoga and private sessions are extremely important to get the maximum
Aruna is a great teacher and she is meticulous. She pays attention to your breathing and posture and immediately correct any bad poses. She makes yoga practice a pleasure and there is a yoga for everyone.
Keep in mind a great teacher is critical when you are new to yoga and private sessions are extremely important to get the maximum
John S.
Mar 27, 2012
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Annabel H.
Jan 09, 2012
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This is a long over due review. I have had 4 1:1 lessons with Aruna. The whole experience was exceptional!
Aruna is a really wonderful instructor who is warm, caring and knowledgeable. Her lessons focus on the breathing and its flow with the pose. Through out the lessons she chose the poses carefully, so it suits my condition and not over stress any parts of my body. The exercise was gentle but effective. I flexibility and balance has improved significantly since the first lesson! Now I can manage more difficult poses! =D
I look forward to seeing her next time, when she gets back from Costa
Aruna is a really wonderful instructor who is warm, caring and knowledgeable. Her lessons focus on the breathing and its flow with the pose. Through out the lessons she chose the poses carefully, so it suits my condition and not over stress any parts of my body. The exercise was gentle but effective. I flexibility and balance has improved significantly since the first lesson! Now I can manage more difficult poses! =D
I look forward to seeing her next time, when she gets back from Costa
Sarah M.
Oct 19, 2011
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I was quite intimidated to get into yoga. Not only am I a total newbie, but I have a terrible sense of balance. There was just no way I could do a traditional class without being "that girl" who is distracting everyone else and making a spectacle of herself.
At the same time, I'm in a high-stress profession and really, really needed to find a good form of exercise that tended both the mind and body. I had a feeling yoga would be a perfect fit. Thanks to Aruna, it is.
I found her here on Yelp. She's got the requisite calming personality without being one of those pretentious
At the same time, I'm in a high-stress profession and really, really needed to find a good form of exercise that tended both the mind and body. I had a feeling yoga would be a perfect fit. Thanks to Aruna, it is.
I found her here on Yelp. She's got the requisite calming personality without being one of those pretentious
JessKate O.
Aug 25, 2011
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Finding a yoga class in San Francisco is easier than catching a cold in a kindergarten classroom. However, finding a great yoga instructor who helps you become more physically and mentally balanced is like finding a needle in a haystack.
A genuinely warm and caring person, Aruna is a wonderful instructor who has gotten me to sit up straighter, breathe better, and generally relax in my ever day life. My weekly 1:1 sessions have helped me strengthen muscle groups I didn't even know existed -- the attention Aruna pays to your form, experience and personal goals will give your body a tune up
A genuinely warm and caring person, Aruna is a wonderful instructor who has gotten me to sit up straighter, breathe better, and generally relax in my ever day life. My weekly 1:1 sessions have helped me strengthen muscle groups I didn't even know existed -- the attention Aruna pays to your form, experience and personal goals will give your body a tune up
Luke G.
Jul 23, 2011
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In my first session with Aruna I developed my body awareness and body fitness, and finished feeling more present and blissful. She gave me precise instructions and helped me make subtle corrections in my practice. Whenever I was confused she would patiently answer my questions and make sure I was executing correctly before moving on. This made me feel confident that I was steadily making progress and realizing the full benefits of the practice.
Overall, it was a very productive and serene experience. Highly recommended.
Overall, it was a very productive and serene experience. Highly recommended.
Will N.
May 17, 2011
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I'll do this review backwards! For a long time I'd walked around with my shoulders hunched forward, almost pulling towards each other, tensing my shoulder muscles constantly. Many people had tried to give me advice on how to better my posture, but I had always given up after a few days: there are many subtly different ways to exaggerate good posture that all involve holding yourself slightly differently, and nobody had given me advice that was precise enough to pinpoint a way of holding myself that use my muscles in a natural way. Aruna noticed this and worked with me for a few minutes
Rachel L.
May 06, 2011
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I am a stress ball.
I've also never had a 1:1 anything before so I was a bit nervous about my first session with Aruna. Right away, she made me feel comfortable and relaxed.
I am also a SUPER-beginner and have only attended group yoga sessions a couple of time. Aruna was incredibly patient and knew exactly how hard to push me. She was soothing and took extra time to explain the hows and whys of what we were doing. All around, a 5-star experience.
I look forward to weekly sessions with her and to further improving my abilities and relaxation techniques.
I've also never had a 1:1 anything before so I was a bit nervous about my first session with Aruna. Right away, she made me feel comfortable and relaxed.
I am also a SUPER-beginner and have only attended group yoga sessions a couple of time. Aruna was incredibly patient and knew exactly how hard to push me. She was soothing and took extra time to explain the hows and whys of what we were doing. All around, a 5-star experience.
I look forward to weekly sessions with her and to further improving my abilities and relaxation techniques.
Cynthia R.
Apr 27, 2011
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* I have practiced many different styles of yoga over many years and can recommend Aruna as one of the best teachers I have ever had. Educated as a neuroscientist, Aruna understands human anatomy and is sensitive to each student's physical abilities. She provides a variety of asanas appropriate to each student's level of experience with an emphasis on breath-synchronized movement and correct alignment. Her caring, calm and soothing nature extends to all those who experience yoga with Aruna.
Amy W.
Apr 16, 2011
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I am a relative beginner with yoga and, despite constant reminders to "focus on my breathing", I have found the breathing element to be extremely difficult to implement (sometimes I even find myself holding my breath!). Aruna is the only instructor who has given me specific tools to change my breathing patterns. Her techniques gave me a change to actually experience what a focus on breathing actually feels like. She is a kind, patient instructor with a soothing voice who is able to adapt her lesson plan for different skill and fitness levels. I strongly recommend Aruna Sultan Yoga
Nathan L.
Apr 14, 2011
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Aruna is an excellent yoga instructor. I have practiced with her in my home and very much enjoyed her deliberate pace and calming style. She complements the usual poses with lesser known but rewarding breathing exercises, and I finish her sessions with more energy than I had at the beginning. I would love to practice with her again in the future.
Minda M.
Apr 14, 2011
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As a self-proclaimed yoga connoisseur, I've tried many different styles of yoga and have practiced with as many as 20 to 30 different yoga instructors. In my experience, Aruna stands out at the top of my list as a natural yoga teacher and a true Yogini. Her intuitive instructions provide just the right amount of challenge and I left her session feeling completely relaxed and with a greater body awareness. With her highly personable and caring nature, I would recommend Aruna for both larger classes where she would be widely loved as well as small, intimate classes and one-on-one instruction
