Certifications

Junior Advanced Level One Certificate

“I am an Iyengar Yoga teacher by profession and hold the prestigious Junior Advanced Level One Certificate from the renowned Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute (RIMYI), Pune (Poona). My journey in yoga has been deeply influenced by the teachings of Guruji (Shri B.K.S. Iyengar), under whose guidance I refined my practice and teaching methodology. Through years of dedicated training, I have developed expertise in asana and pranayama, following the principles outlined in Light on Yoga and Light on Pranayama. This profound learning experience has shaped my path as a committed Iyengar Yoga practitioner and teacher, focused on precision, alignment, and therapeutic applications of yoga.”

Intermediate Senior Level Three Certificate

Dr. Abhay Keste is a highly qualified Iyengar Yoga teacher certified by the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute (RIMYI), Pune. He holds the prestigious Intermediate Senior Level Three Certificate, demonstrating his expertise in asana and pranayama as outlined in the classical texts Light on Yoga and Light on Pranayama. With his deep knowledge and experience, he specializes in therapeutic yoga and precise Iyengar Yoga methodology, ensuring a structured and transformative learning experience for practitioners at all levels.

Medical Certification

This certificate, issued by the Karnataka Board of Homeopathic System of Medicine, certifies that Dr. Abhay Shrikant Kesti has been duly registered for a lifetime under the Karnataka Homeopathic Practitioners Act of 1961. Dated July 30, 1998, this registration acknowledges Dr. Kesti’s qualifications and authority to practice homeopathic medicine. This certification not only solidifies his expertise in homeopathy but also enhances his ability to conduct therapeutic yoga classes with a comprehensive and scientific approach. The integration of medical knowledge with Iyengar Yoga enables a deeper perspective in both learning and teaching, ensuring a holistic approach to health and well-being.

Certified trained teacher

Yoga Alliance is an internationally recognized organization that sets global standards for yoga teacher training and certification. A certified Yoga Alliance teacher has completed professional training ( RYT 200 ), ensuring strong foundations in teaching methods, anatomy, philosophy, and safe practice.

Certified record for sirshasana

“I have demonstrated exceptional discipline and mastery by performing Shirshasana (Headstand) for 90 minutes on one occasion and 110 minutes on another. One of these remarkable performances took place during the Little Champs singing event, where I held Shirshasana for the entire duration in front of thousands of spectators. In recognition of this extraordinary feat, I was awarded this Certificate of Merit by the Rotary Club of Belgaum South. Notably, the current world record for Shirshasana stands at just 33 minutes, making my achievement a testament to the power of dedication, focus, and the Iyengar Yoga method.”