Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Accomplishments
Personal Statement
Teaching Experience & Plan
Timeline
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Gururaj Kheni

Gururaj Kheni

IPSWICH,UK

Summary

Yoga instructor specializing in Hatha yoga and guided meditation for children. Skilled in advanced asanas and customizing classes to meet diverse student needs. Focused on promoting holistic well-being through innovative teaching methods and expanding mindfulness practices.

Overview

2008
2008
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Embedded Software Development Specialist

British Telecom
- 01.2026
  • Working in Software Industry over past 15+ years for Tech Giants such as Cisco, Motorolla, Juniper Networks etc. Currently working as Embedded Software Development Specialist at British Telecom for past 4+ years.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication

PDA College of Engineering

Skills

  • Hatha yoga
  • Guided meditation
  • Mindfulness for children
  • Advanced asanas
  • Class customization

Certification

  • Certified Yoga Protocol Instructor (BYVK accredited by the Ministry of AYUSH, YCB, and the Government of India)
  • Children Teachers Training Course (BYVK)
  • Kriya Yoga Practitioner (Disciple of Sri M)

Languages

English
Hindi
Kannada

Accomplishments

  • Practised yoga from ages 9–16 with strong discipline.
  • Competed in State Level Yoga Championships and a National Level Yoga Championship.
  • Performed advanced Asanas such as Ganda Bherundasana, Padma Bakkasana, and more.
  • Received Engineering Seat under Sports Quota (Yoga).
  • Returned to serious yogic practice inspired by Sri M’s 'Yogi’s Autobiography'.

Personal Statement

Yoga has shaped my life since childhood, and returning to the path after many years revealed a deep contrast in my physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Through Kriya Yoga, I experience profound peace, clarity, and inner joy every day. My goal is to support every student in discovering their own inner stillness and strength.

Teaching Experience & Plan

My teaching plan:

Kids

  • Plan curated yoga sessions for children which include Welcome Ritual, Centering Practice, Mantra Chanting, Warm Ups and Mobilization, Asanas, Pranayama/Breathwork, Guided Relaxation, Gratitude Circle followed by Closing Prayer.
  • Make yoga sessions fun learning experience with storytelling and Yoga Games.
  • Introduce kids to mindfulness through fun movement, breathing, and MAGIC acronym activities.

Adults

  • Specialize in breath-led sessions for stress reduction and emotional balance.
  • Curate yoga flows based on each student's physical and mental needs.
  • Start with Sukshma and Sthula Vyamas then progress to Suryanamaskara, Asanas and Pranayama.
  • Weekly dedicated sessions for Dharana, Dhyana or Meditation techniques.

Timeline

Embedded Software Development Specialist

British Telecom
- 01.2026

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication

PDA College of Engineering
Gururaj Kheni