Frequently Asked Questions

Shashwatamuda is an initiative dedicated to bringing the wisdom of Yoga, Indian classical music and Bharatiya Shāstras into contemporary life through education, practice, research and community engagement.

Shāśvata (शाश्वत) means eternal or timeless, and Muda (मुद) means joy or delight. Together, Shashwatamuda means “The Truth of Eternal Joy”.

No. Most programs welcome complete beginners. Advanced and therapeutic programs have a short orientation so we can match you with the right group.

No. Our yoga therapy and wellness programs are educational and complementary. They are not medical treatment, and we encourage you to continue working with your healthcare provider.

Use the contact page to write to us, or reach us on Instagram and Facebook. We usually reply within two working days.

Regular classes are held at our Bengaluru centre, with selected programs available online. Camps and workshops travel to schools, colleges and community venues.

Pick a program that interests you, then reach out through the contact page. We will suggest a suitable batch and invite you to a trial session.

It is broader than that. Shashwatamuda is a platform for Yoga, Indian classical music, Bharatiya knowledge systems, research and community well-being.

Classical Hatha and Raja Yoga texts, the Carnatic music tradition, and the wider Bharatiya Shāstras, presented in a contemporary and evidence-informed way.

Regular programs focus on general fitness, flexibility and calm. Therapeutic yoga is adapted to a specific health condition or life stage and is practised in smaller groups or one-to-one.

Comfortable clothing, a yoga mat if you have one, and a light stomach. Mats are available at the centre.

Yes, once the basic techniques are learnt with a teacher. We teach a safe home-practice sequence and review it periodically.

No. Beginners start with foundational lessons (sarali varisai) on the instrument. Vocal basics are introduced alongside.

A guided listening and breathing practice built around specific ragas, used to settle the mind. It is an experiential session and requires no musical training.

Practice instruments are available at the centre for the first few weeks. We help students source their own Veena when they are ready.

Regular yoga and music classes run in monthly batches. Workshops range from a single day to a weekend. Instructor development programs run for several weeks.

Yes, for selected yoga, pranayama and music programs. Therapeutic and beginner Veena sessions are best attended in person.

Yes. Children and youth programs combine yoga, music and value education and are run at our centre and in schools.

A conversation about your health history and goals, a gentle assessment, and a personalised practice plan that is reviewed every few weeks.

Yes. We design structured programs for corporates, hospitals, schools and wellness centres. Use the collaborate page to start a conversation.

Evidence-informed yoga modules, integrative health studies and yoga therapy research, often in collaboration with academic and healthcare institutions.

We welcome researchers, clinicians and students. Reach out through the collaborate page with a short outline of your interest.

Write to us with your preferred dates and group size. We run yoga camps, International Yoga Day programs, music sessions and youth leadership workshops.

Yes. Volunteers support camps, community events and youth programs. See the team page for the volunteer form.

Registration helps us plan seating and materials. Some workshops have limited seats, so we recommend registering early.

Community programs and International Yoga Day sessions are usually free. Workshops and camps may have a nominal fee that is listed on the event.

We aim for two articles a month on yoga, music, Bharatiya wisdom, research and well-being.

Yes. Teachers, researchers and practitioners are welcome to submit. Write to us with your idea.

Yes. Invitations for lectures, workshops and individual yoga therapy consultations can be sent through the contact page.

We welcome yoga and music faculty, researchers and youth volunteers. Fill in the volunteer form or write to us.

Please write to us for permission. Photographs of participants are shared only with their consent.

Yes. Every testimonial is shared with the participant’s permission, with names and programs as they wished to be credited.

Institutional wellness programs, research studies, cultural events, teacher training and community outreach projects.

Usually within two working days. For urgent event queries, reach us on Instagram.

We are based in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The exact address is shared when you book a session.