Akhilesh Bodhi
Akhilesh Bodhi, a seasoned Hatha Yoga teacher hailing from India, is a beacon of authenticity in the realm of yoga instruction. As the founder of Mahamukti Yoga, he brings forth a wealth of experience as a Reiki master and spiritual mentor. With a profound grasp and decades-long immersion in yoga practice, Akhilesh has cultivated an inclusive teaching approach that seamlessly blends traditional methods with the contemporary styles of BKS Iyengar and K. Pattabhi Jois, catering to a global audience.
Drawing inspiration from the holistic traditions of Ashtanga Vinyasa, Hatha Yoga, and Raj Yoga, Akhilesh's method transcends geographical boundaries to offer a universally applicable technique. A true adherent of Swami Dayanand Saraswati, he delved into the philosophical depths of Vedanta at the Vedanta school and underwent yoga training at the Sivananda Ashram in Kerala and the Iyengar Institute in Pune. His tutelage includes esteemed teachers such as Geeta Iyengar, Prashant Iyengar, and Ramananda Patel from San Francisco, USA.
Akhilesh's journey began in a large joint family, where he played an integral role in the family business alongside his brother. Despite facing challenges and punishments for tardiness while managing the family restaurant, his passion led him to pursue higher studies at Lucknow University. However, a transformative period awaited him at the Chinmaya Tapovan Ashram in Dharmsala, Himachal Pradesh, where he immersed himself for two years, disconnecting from his family. Despite family attempts to retain him after his mother fell ill, Akhilesh's commitment to his spiritual path prevailed.
Following the ashram experience, he embarked on a pilgrimage to the Himalayan regions of Uttarkashi, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, adopting a mendicant lifestyle and exploring the nuances of Mother Nature's care. His encounters with diverse situations and life's unfolding events during this pilgrimage shaped his perspective and solidified his commitment to a path less traveled. Despite the initial guilt stemming from his parents' passing, Akhilesh's life had embarked on an irreversible trajectory, leading him to become a seasoned and experienced yoga teacher with a focus on authenticity and inclusivity.