Sattva California cares deeply about coming together to have a sense of community, of truth, a sense of sacred relationship within the community. Sattva Yogis have a sense of responsibility for our planet and all creatures–with deep compassion for all beings.
Teachings at Sattva California are holistic, integrative, and deeply transformative for all aspects of human existence. The ever-evolving practice at the core of the teachings is both ancient and modern. Rooted in the rich Vedantic and Tantric traditions of the Himalayas, the teachings integrate radical and relevant wisdom. The practice incorporates contemporary evolution in science and mind-body research. Sattva teachings are not separate from life, but rather are a practical, systematic science of enlightenment and evolution of consciousness.
Our teachers are trained from Rishikesh, India, the birthplace of yoga, and we offer time tested and relevant tools, techniques, and knowledge. Sattva teachers are first and foremost humble and graceful students of Yoga who are committed to growth, evolution, and expansion in all areas of their existence. Sattva teachers teach and inspire through their own example by leading purposeful lives, serving and leading unconditionally and without a title. As the teachings at the Sattva Yoga Academy cover all aspects of life, Sattva teachers can share the wisdom of Sattva in innumerable ways.
Bajrang is a Master Sattva Yoga Teacher and Vedic Astrologer with over 500+ hours E-RYT and YACEP and Co-Founder of Sattva California. After an epic motorcycle trip to the Himalayas in 2018 led by his Himalayan Master Teacher, he went deeper into studying and teaching yoga, ayurveda and vedic astrology. He encourages his students to practice radiating lovingness.
Brenda "Astara" Gustin, Ph.D. is a Sattva Yoga 500 E-RYT, she has been teaching the Art and Science of meditation and yoga for over twenty years in corporate and medical settings, studios and temples. Her experience includes work with sacred geometry, mandala, sound healing and various bodywork modalities and brings her great joy to share them.
Gabriel is a Master Sattva Yoga Teacher with over 500+ hours RYT and Co-Founder of Sattva California. As a Realtor he uses yogic wisdom and technologies to help his clients navigate the emotions of home buying and selling. He has studied and taught yoga in Rishikesh, India the birthplace of yoga. He loves to share sacred rituals and their power to transform students.
Nick is a Sattva Yoga Teacher 500+ RYT, Nutrition and Holistic Lifestyle Coach and Black Belt in Kung Fu. He has his B.A. in Radio/Television from San Francisco State and remains an agent for change who empowers students with the skills and knowledge to make lasting and permanent changes for the betterment of their lives.
Talia Davis hails from Rancho Cordova. She’s a US Army Veteran and received her B.A. in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences. Talia studied at Sattva Yoga Academy in India and has completed over 800 hours of Yoga Teacher Training. She is passionate about breath, movement and guiding people to harmonize and unite their mind, body and spirit.
Suzanne is a Sattva Master Yoga Teacher 500+ RYT. She completed her training at Sattva Yoga Academy in Rishikesh, India, the birthplace of yoga. She is a writer, explorer of the great outdoors, and a published author.
Astraea Light, born and raised in Bangkok, Thailand to a family of Indian descent, grew up meditating and participating in sacred rituals from the age of 10. She has accumulated over 1000+ hours in Kundalini and Kriya Yoga, with 800 of those hours completed at Sattva Yoga Academy in Rishikesh, India.
Heather began practicing yoga 15+ years ago, while living in Chilean Patagonia--on a winding journey to find herself. She was called to her first yoga teacher training in 2018. After 500 hours of teacher training, she traveled to Sattva Yoga Academy in India in 2019 to study directly with Anand Mehrotra. This was a life-altering experience that illuminated her entire journey up to that point. Heather is a practicing yogi, Vedic astrologer, Reiki Master, nature lover, mama to 3, partner, teacher and student. She's deeply honored and grateful to be here.
Anand Mehrotra is the founder of Sattva Yoga Academy in Rishikesh, India. The greatest Himalayan Master of his generation, his radical approach to Yoga is holistic, integrative, and deeply transformative. The practices of Sattva Yoga continue to be an ever-evolving technology which, at the core of the teachings, are both ancient and modern. Anand serves as a teacher, author, artist, conscious entrepreneur and humanitarian.
Sattva Yoga Master Teachers circle the globe and Sattva California is thrilled to offer opportunities for sharing from a diverse and amazing group of guest teachers throughout the year.
Annemarie is a Master Sattva Yoga teacher, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Her passion behind teaching comes from the realization that her destiny is to serve others, and support them on their journey of awakening and evolution, elevating them to live more consciously and abundantly. In addition to teaching, Annemarie is the co-founder of The Sattva Collection, a conscious lifestyle jewelry company.
Santa is a Sattva Yoga Master with 500+ RYT Yoga. Co-Founder of Abeja Reyna, a successful conscious company celebrating bees, honey and wellness products. Fluent in Spanish, she teaches meditation, leads sattva journeys and shares Vedic wisdom and Conscious Leadership in Mexico. Santa loves life fully and has a passion making meditation accessible for all.
Tracy is a Master Sattva Yoga Teacher and Vedic Astrologer C-IAYT, ERYT 500, YACEP and Director of Sattva Ayurveda Training. She teaches worldwide and in her own studio, LiveURYoga in Atlanta, Georgia. Retired from the military her focus, vision and mission are about providing relevant tools for each person’s transformation, empowerment, and growth.