Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Shala

Testimony TTC - From 2020 - Drishti Vinyasa Yoga

The 200 hours training was very rewarding, not only the knowlege about yoga theory and practical knowledge, but also super impressed by Raj and all the teachers' profession and meticulous explanation.


Drishti is a great place to learn and practise yoga, also Drishti has a great atmosphere very close to yoga itself. I think Drishti has the best yoga teachers and is the best yoga studios in Shanghai.


200 hours experience growing up with my classmates was very unforgettable too, from not knowing the names of the asanas at the beginning to being confident enough to give a 75-minute class to the teammates at the end, couldn't imagine what a big progress I have made! !


I'm very lucky to open the door of exploring the path of yoga here!


Jiajia Zhou, Shanghai, China

Aug / Nov 2023 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China



Join Drishti TTC maybe one of the best choices for me. Here I learnt Yoga not only as a kind of sports or asanas but also yoga philosophy and lifestyle. I love this place, it is just like my another home, I feel comfortable staying here; Raj and other people here are just like my families.


The whole training are structured in a great way. When I started this journey I was just a new mother who have few experience of Yoga, after the 3 months training, now I am confident to teach a yoga class. I felt a greater sense of control over my body, mind, emotions, and life, which makes me more confident and peace in my work and life.


I think the most important thing in TTC is to find a good teacher and good place to start our Yoga journey, I feel so lucky that I found it. I highly recommand people who are planning to start Yoga journey to try here. Once you here, you will love here!


参加Drishti TTC是我人生中的正确选择。在这里学习到的瑜伽不仅仅是一种运动或者一些体式,也学习到了瑜伽的哲学和生活方式。我觉得这里就像我的另一个家,一到馆里,就感觉很放松; Raj和馆里的其他人就像我的家人一样。

整个培训的安排和结构很巧妙。刚参加培训时,我还是一个几乎没有什么瑜伽练习经验的新手妈妈,经过了3个月的培训,我已经有信心成为一个瑜伽老师。我能够更好的控制自己的身体、思想、情绪和生活,这种控制力也让我在工作和生活中更加自信,平静和游刃有余。

我认为参加TTC最重要的是找到一位自己喜欢和信赖的老师,以及一个喜欢的场所来开始瑜伽之旅,很幸运我找到了Drishti。强烈建议那些计划开始学习瑜伽的人到这里来体验,相信你也会爱上这里!


Dan Xu, Shanghai, China

Aug / Nov 2023 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China


Before this 200hrs TTC training, I had very limited experience in yoga practice except for no more than two-week practice in Drishti studio. What drove me to attend this training, to be honest, is not the intention of becoming a yoga teacher, but my interest in yoga philosophy, my caution to protect myself from impropriate practice, and my curiosity about the linkage between asana, mental and spirits wise, as how they work together to achieve better wellness and mental health.

Now as I have completed the whole training course, based on my personal experience I can tell someone else who might be also interested in it, what you can expect from this training is:

  • Not only how to do asana correctly, but also learn how to give instructions to others/students, to teach good alignment and give delicate adjustment.

  • Understand the reasons behind foundation & alignment by anatomy deep-dive learning. Teacher Raj will explain and illustrate these “dull and dry” easy to understand and digest.

  • How to design a yoga class with scientific sequence. It’s not about learning postures by rote then arrange and combine them without specific purposes as a sequence, but about putting scientific rationale and personal style to create your OWN sequence.

  • Also of course, pranayama, meditation, yoga history, chants and mantra, self discipline, personal standard, etc…that all related with yoga, you can get superficial or deeper understanding in the training depends on your interest and intention.

  • A group of like-minded people, a knowledgeable (but strict) yoga teacher Raj, a place for practice with good vibes, and the last but most important, a memorable experience of connecting with all these amazing things in a period.

What you only need to prepare for the training is: your passion and dedication, your patience and resilience, your optimism and deep belief on yourself :)

No matter what you expect from the training at the beginning, you will gain far more from it if you are fully dedicated during the whole process, because as what we learned from yoga, “YOGA IS A JOURNEY TO THE SELF”. You will never regret a journey to the self!


Ying Liu (Spencer), China, Shanghai

Mar / Jun 2023 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China



The training is far beyond my expectation with comprehansive combination of theory and practice. It's a great chance to strengthen the foundation and the roots of Yoga. The most important thing is how to be a good teacher. Really amazing that we learned Asanas, Vinyasa Kramas & Transitions, Meditation, Pranayama, Anatomy, Alignment & Adjustment Skills, Philosphy, Sequences, Teaching Skill.....in such a short time, especially during the lockdown period. Teacher Raj always guide us positive thinking and Tapas which influence me a lot. He is also very experienced and make hard things simple. Very good studying experience!!! Like it:)


Yingying Sun (Shirley), Shanghai, China

Apr - Jul 2022 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China



Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Shala teacher training program went beyond my expectations. I learned so much about not only yoga postures and breathing, but also the history and philosophy and so much more. Raj has an a depth of knowledge that is unparalleled. I made lifelong friends during this training, was an amazing experience.


Susan Jensen, USA

Nov 2021 - Jan 2022 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China

Raj is a one of a kind teacher who attends to the spiritual and practical parts of yoga with equal effort and great knowledge. His adjustments are effective and by no means dogmatic, not sticking or strict to some specific rules. He’d rather tell you the anatomy or mechanism behind each movement and to adjust according to the student’s proportion and condition. Not only does he teach the techniques, but he teaches the teaching skills that allow you to apply everything you learn as well. Best of all, you get to practice on teaching so much during the training until you feel ready as a teacher. Raj also has profound understanding of yoga philosophy and the yogic tradition, which he incorporates in many inspiring and non-preaching ways, and he’s always willing to share the knowledge if you ask. Because of this spirit of union, devotion and doing good deeds Raj has spred, this training I had was filled with good vibes—friendly, vibrant and beautiful people connecting with each other doing brilliant things. I can’t imagine a better TTC experience other than this here at Drishti with Raj.


Sophie Yu, Shanghai, China

Mar / Jun 2021 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China



Frankly speaking this is the best Yoga training course I've known. The whole training course is polished delicately. It is related to nearly every important aspect of Yoga, and every part is well waved in as the course going deeply. When I start to teach and look back and revise my note, I could always find new knowledge and understand more the reasons behind. Raj is a real Yoga teacher who is not only focusing on teaching but also a model of a Guru. Four months learning on every weekend build up deep connection between me and Raj. The more I know about him the more I want to learn from him, and I realise that once I am a student of him, he will always be my teacher on the path of Yoga. And thanks to every classmate who gave me support on this unforgettable journey, wish you all have good luck on this pathway. Again Thank you Raj ~ I will miss you . BTW : I will not give up Pincha!


Yanyuan Lyu, China


Aug / Nov 2021 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China



I joined the training with many doubts: do I really want to do this, will I complete the whole training (it's 4 months without weekend)? And it happened in this way, these doubts kept appearing but the same time these weekends became my favourite, I expect to go back to that classroom everyday, I just couldn't stop thinking about what we learnt from the class and would like to know more... and time flies without notice, I clearly see my own improvement not only simply on the physical practice, more importantly I could feel my own body the way I never did before, the focus that‘s built up to dedicate on one thing... no matter if I would do something related to yoga in career wise in the future, I am sure what I have gained from this experience would keep being in part my life.


Cathy Huang, China


Mar / Jun 2021 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China



I have taken 200hrs yoga teacher training in 2021 at Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Shala in Shanghai. Every weekends during 4 months I joined the studio and nourished my soul, body and mind. This experience gave me all the tools and strong foundations to become a yoga teacher. I am so grateful for all what teacher Raj offered us during this very intense period of our life. Raj is 100% devoted to the training, he is guiding you during every single step, his lecture are captivating, his alignments and adjustments classes always very knowledgeable and precious. Raj is really self-dedicated to the training, every theory classes are fascinating, every practice classes are challenging and he pushes yourself in a way to give you all the resources that you need to create a habit and continue doing it, in order that Yoga become part of your lifestyle. Raj is from India, he has a profound understanding of yoga philisophy, history and the yogic tradition. He is patient, kind, serious and always willing to answer your questions ; he is also very demanding towards your personal engagement as a future yoga teacher. I would have not imagine a better experience and I am beyond grateful for every minute spent in Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Shala. I highly recommend you to commit with yourself and enrol in the 200hrs TTC at Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Shala with teacher Raj. Namaste.


Albane

Mar / Jun 2021 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China



The 200 hour TTC training at Drishti Yoga Shala was the best decision I took in my life so far. The pace of it, every weekend for 4 months, enables you to digest every single bit of information. Raj's lectures are fascinating, and he explains complicated topics in straightforward ways, with clear examples and illustrations. While it is a demanding course, its intensity uplifts you and helps to motivate you to learn more. Overall it really is a life-changing course. Before enrolling, I never thought I wanted to become a teacher, I simply hoped to practice in a way that is safe for my body and mind. Now I am so keen to share what I have learned, and still learn every day. I have gone deeper in my practice far more than I ever would have on my own. It's like the curtains of the theatre stage have just opened! Thank you, Raj! Dhanya Vad


Paule de la Poype, Italy


Mar / Jun 2021 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China



Just as vinyasa itself, the training is scientic, beautiful, logical. I think it's one of the best decision I made ! Teacher Raj always say" to do things mindfully and beautifully", he is very strict on alignments, attitude, adjustment, pranayama etc, but still very creative on sequence arrangement; and he is details oriented, knowledgeable but still very modest, and his adjument skill, to be honest, is unparalleled! When I graduate from this TTC, I realized how he arranged the courses thoughtfully, not just train our asana and understanding about theory, but also he gradually cultivate our courage, confidence by offering us the chance to teach in group. thanks for everything!


Qiqi Xiong, China


Mar / Jun 2021 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China


I did not really knew what to be expected and what I have experienced was far more than I could have expected. A very warm environment, kind and supportive staff and Rajeev, our teacher, with so much patience and profound knowledge in all aspects. It was the right decision and I can only recommend to anyone in the area around or is coming to Shanghai some day and interested in a Vinyasa Yoga Teacher training to do it at Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Shala. I am grateful for every minute. Namaste!


Kay Roemer, Germany

Aug / Dec 2020   TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China


I’m influenced by Raj’s passion and respect to Yoga! The enlightening and indepth Yoga knowledge he taught me had prepared me well to the path in the Yoga World. Thank you, Raj! Namaste


Scarlette Cai, China

Nov 2020 - Jan 2021   TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China


I loved every bit of the 200h YTT with teacher Raj. The course had a strong focus on teaching skills, alignments & adjustments, which I think is the most crucial part to prep one to be a great yoga teacher. Apart from that, teacher Raj also made sure that we understand yoga more than just asanas, by including a variety of topics, from yoga history & philosophy, anotomy, pranayama, dhyana, kriyas, bandhas to chantings and prayers. I am confident to say that after this 200h training, I am now both physically and mentally ready to teach and guide people to embark their yoga journey. The past 4 months have been an amazing experience! It definitely made 2020 even more memorable! Thank you Raj and all my lovely classmates for the support and guidance. Together, we learn, we laugh and we grow! Namaste! :)


Wong Hoi Ming Amanda, Taiwan

Mar / Jul 2020 TTC

Drishti Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training

Shanghai, China