Leadership
Nikhil Srinivas
Founder & Lead
Yoga therapist, educator and researcher with over nine years of teaching experience. Nikhil is pursuing a PhD in Integrative Medicine (Yoga) at SDUAHER, Kolar, researching yoga interventions for COPD. As founder of Shashwatamuda and a Carnatic Veena teacher, he brings together yoga, music and community well-being.
Full profile & qualifications
Nikhil Srinivas is the founder of Shashwatamuda, bringing together yoga therapy, Carnatic music and community well-being. He teaches Hatha Yoga, advanced yoga, yoga philosophy and yogic lifestyle, alongside Carnatic Veena.
He is pursuing a PhD in Integrative Medicine (Yoga) at SDUAHER, Kolar, studying yoga-based interventions for chronic disease prevention and management. His doctoral work includes a randomised controlled trial on integrative yoga for people with COPD. His research also explores the effects of Nadanusandhana and music therapy on cognitive function.
Education
- PhD, Integrative Medicine (Yoga) — SDUAHER, Kolar · 2023–Present (pursuing).
- MSc, Ashtanga Yoga — Lakulish Yoga University · 2021–2023.
- BSc, Ashtanga Yoga — Lakulish Yoga University · 2018–2021.
Skills
- Yoga therapy and meditation instruction.
- Basic behavioural counselling.
- Public speaking and training.
- Community outreach and programme design.
- Research and clinical trial execution.
- Leadership and team coordination.
- Carnatic music (Veena) and music therapy.
- Advanced yoga asana and alignment.
Languages
Full proficiency: English, Kannada and Hindi.
Speaking: Telugu, Gujarati and Sanskrit.
Certifications
- Certified Yoga Instructor (YIC) — S-VYASA University.
- Diploma in Physical Therapy Aide — Alison.
- Integrated Course of Music Therapy: Biopsychosocial & Ayurvedic Approach — HSSC CEP.
- Chronic Respiratory Diseases in Primary Care Settings — University of Edinburgh.
- Fundamentals of Music Medicine — Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth.
- Introduction to Biomedical Research — Alison.
- Scientific Writing in Health Research — ICMR.
- HEARTS of NCD: Integrated Management of NCDs in Primary Care — WHO (SEARO).
- Pratham and Pravesh — Samskrita Bharati.
Work experience
Freelance Yoga Trainer & Therapist
With over nine years of experience in yoga training, therapy and wellness education, Nikhil works across regular classes, therapeutic practice and community programmes.
- Teaches Hatha Yoga and advanced yoga at Yogavantha Yoga Studio.
- Teaches yoga philosophy and yogic lifestyle alongside physical practice.
- Delivered Yoga & Music Therapy workshops with Yogavantha and AlignValue.
- Conducted International Day of Yoga programmes across Kolar district in government schools, colleges and the District Sub-Jail (2023–2026).
- Professional Member of IYA (International Yoga Alliance).
Yoga Teacher Training Instructor — Yoga Nisarga
Koh Samui, Thailand · 2023
Led Yoga Teacher Training Course (YTTC) programmes for diverse international participants, adapting traditional Hatha Yoga practices to multicultural learning environments.
Intern — Arogyadhama, S-VYASA
Gained practical experience in integrative yoga therapy, holistic healthcare and evidence-based yoga practices for chronic disease.
Leadership & initiatives
Founder & Lead — Shashwatamuda
Founded and leads a youth-driven wellness initiative involving more than 15 members, focused on yoga, music therapy, mental well-being and sustainable living.
- Organises yoga camps, music therapy workshops and health-awareness programmes.
- Coordinates workshops promoting sustainability, health and well-being.
- Teaches Carnatic Music (Veena), integrating music education with holistic wellness.
UNESCO MGIEP Youth Fellowship
South Korea · 2026
Delegate to the UNESCO MGIEP Youth Fellowship on Leadership for Peace and Sustainability, fully funded by UNESCO.
Youth Spiritual Summit — Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat
Varanasi · 2025
Served as Co-Convenor of the Youth Spiritual Summit, “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat,” fully funded by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. His leadership engagements include youth mental health and addiction prevention through the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.
Research & academic work
Doctoral research
Currently pursuing a PhD in Integrative Medicine (Yoga) at SDUAHER, Kolar, with a focus on yoga-based interventions for the prevention and management of chronic diseases.
Leads a randomised controlled trial (RCT), “Efficacy of Integrative Yoga in COPD Population,” as his doctoral project, studying integrative yoga for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Publications
- Published: “Immediate Effect of Nadanusandhana and Music Therapy on Cognitive Functions among University Students.”
- Accepted for publication: “Development, Content Validation, and Preliminary Feasibility of an Integrated Yoga Module for COPD: A Three-Phase Study.”
Community engagement & social impact
Nikhil's outreach brings yoga, meditation and wellness education into schools, healthcare learning environments and underserved communities.
- Conducted yoga and behavioural-awareness sessions for rural students in underserved areas of Kolar district.
- Delivered adapted yoga and meditation for individuals with intellectual disabilities at a day-care centre.
- Taught nursing students mental resilience and meditation practices for clinical environments.
- Participated actively in International Yoga Day outreach programmes for over eight years.
- Supports youth mental health, addiction prevention and sustainable lifestyle practices.
Yoga Faculty
Dhruvi Patel
Yoga Teacher
Dhruvi Patel is a yoga therapist with an MSc in Yoga Therapy from Lakulesh University, Ahmedabad. She has worked with more than 500 clients across diverse age groups, designing personalised yoga programmes for physical pain, stress and lifestyle conditions. Her specialisations include Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, prenatal and postnatal yoga, and yoga therapy.
Brief résumé
Education & certifications
- MSc in Yoga Therapy — Lakulesh University, Ahmedabad.
- Yoga Teacher Training Course (YTTC) — Lakulesh Yoga University.
- 200-hour Yoga Alliance Teacher Training — Bodhi School of Yoga, Bangalore.
Explore Dhruvi’s yoga galleryTeaching & therapy experience
- Personal Yoga Therapist, February 2023–present: personalised programmes for stress, anxiety, pain and lifestyle conditions.
- Yoga Instructor, Breath More Yoga Studio, June 2024–January 2025.
- Yoga Instructor, Dehit Yoga Studio, September 2022–February 2024.
Her teaching combines asanas, pranayama and meditation, with guidance on posture, breathing and injury prevention.
Gunjan
Yoga Faculty
I believe healing begins with feeling heard, understood and accepted without judgment. I bring empathy, patience and genuine care into every interaction, creating a safe space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. My approach to yoga is gentle and personalised, because I believe wellness is not about pushing yourself to change, but learning to understand yourself better. I hope to help you slow down, reconnect with yourself and discover a healthier, more balanced way of living, at your own pace.
Education
- MSc in Yoga Therapy and Counselling — Karnataka Sanskrit University (pursuing)
- BSc in Yoga and Vedic Therapy — S-VYASA University
Experience
- DigiVYASA: 1.6 years as a Yoga Course Facilitator.
- SHYFT: 3 months as a Community Manager in psychology and self-development.
Volunteers
Ramya
Volunteer
Ramya is a software engineer based in the United States and a volunteer at Shashwatamuda.
Become a volunteer
Volunteers help run camps, community events and youth programs, and gain hands-on experience in yoga, music and outreach. Students and young professionals are especially welcome.
Join Shashwatamuda
Faculty, researchers, volunteers — tell us how you would like to contribute.