Sharath Yoga Centre expresses deep gratitude to all the students who have come forward to pay homage to Sharath Guruji and show their solidarity with both the shala and Guruji’s grieving family.

The past two months have been a time of collective sorrow for Guruji’s students and his family. We are deeply moved by the overwhelming support we have received from the community.

In January, four certified students of Guruji stepped forward to offer their support by sharing their knowledge with others during this challenging time.

The shala will remain open throughout February for students who wish to continue their practice. We will continue to offer assistance and support, with guidance from certified students.

We will update the information about future classes at SYC after the summer break.

Pure Dedication Award

Guruji Sharath Jois created the Pure Dedication Award to honour long-term students who remain steadfast in their commitment to the practice, the guru, and the shala, despite the many challenges they face over time and age.

The first recipient of this award is Evangeline (Lynne) Pinette. At 83 years young, Lynne began her Ashtanga journey with Sharath Guruji in 1999. She now runs an Ashtanga yoga shala in Brussels, her hometown, with the support of her daughter and son-in-law, both of whom are equally dedicated to the practice. We wish Lynne all the very best in her life and future endeavours.