Sattva California
About Us
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.

Sattva Teachers
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 Moran
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
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.
Casey Kretzmer
Casey is a 200-hour Sattva Yoga teacher whose grounded approach is shaped by her personal practice and experience as a mother of twins. After transformative work with breath and embodiment, she completed Sattva training. She teaches steady, accessible classes that support nervous system balance, clarity, and resilience.
Gabriel Gendron
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.
Heather Yalin
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.
Megan Rhoads
Megan Rhoads, PsyD is a licensed clinical psychologist and Sattva Yoga teacher who brings an accessible, grounded approach to her teaching. With a background in therapy, she integrates an understanding of the mind, body, and nervous system into her classes, supporting students in moving beyond performance into awareness. She is passionate about guiding practices that cultivate regulation, clarity, and a more connected, sustainable relationship with oneself both on and off the mat.
Nick Holmes
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.
Shakti Savita
Shakti is a devoted and embodied Sattva Master Teacher with over 10 years of teaching experience. Shakti has lived and trained across India, gaining a wealth of knowledge. Recently relocated from Byron Bay, Australia to California, Shakti leads transformational experiences that support students globally, to awaken with their potential, connect to their truth, and live in alignment. You can expect a dynamic practice that balances active movement with stillness, silence and introspection.
Tina Milburn
Tina brings a deeply compassionate and grounded presence to her teaching, shaped by over 20 years of experience as a certified child welfare attorney. For nearly a decade, Tina has been on a personal and professional journey to integrate mindfulness, meditation, and yoga into both her own life and her work with others. She has witnessed firsthand the profound impact these practices have in fostering resilience, well-being, and healing. Her teaching emphasizes accessible, grounded practices that support nervous system regulation, inner awareness, and physical and mental strength.
Tyesha
Tyesha is a passionate Sattva Yoga teacher with a deep love for breathwork, healing and personal growth. She brings a gentle and compassionate approach to her teaching, sharing classes that support balance, confidence, and a deeper connection within.
Wendi Weston
Wendi brings a grounded, compassionate and joyful presence to her teaching. She deepened her personal practice through a period of healing and growth after the passing of her dad and went on to become a Sattva Yoga Teacher. She delivers an accessible practice that is warm and inviting for all.

Himalayan Master Teacher Anand Mehrotra
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.
Guest Teachers

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 Brown
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 Maria Rivera
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 Jennings-Hill
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.













