In 2017, a few like-minded Yoga practitioners decided to team up and break the pattern of teaching ‘Yoga for weight-loss’, leading to the formation of Pratimoksha – Enlighten Yoga Center in Oud Metha, Dubai. Pratimoksha quite literally means ‘towards happiness’, and the Pratimoksha family believes that an authentic and traditional Indian Yogic practice can pave the way to happiness and the discovery of one’s true self. Our Yoga programs are way beyond just asanas (the physical pose); we believe in holistic wellness through mind-body integration. In fact, we feel the 5,000-year-old Yogic science should be taught to everyone in the right manner. In all humility, we believe that ‘no one teaches Yoga like we do’. When someone comes to us, depending on the issues they are facing, we address the issues first by customizing our Yoga sessions. For those with chronic musculoskeletal issues, we initially recommend Yoga Therapy as they may not be able to keep up with group sessions. The Pratimoksha style of issue-based Yoga programs are offered irrespective of age segments. We also offer kids, teen, gentle and regular Yoga classes, and prenatal and post-natal sessions, as well as advanced level classes and online classes. Pratimoksha offers detox workshops, and tailor-made Yoga Training programs for HR professionals, teachers and other medical professionals that draw on Yoga’s mind management principles and techniques, the intention being to boost self-confidence, focus and productivity. We have also designed corporate programs that can be customized to the needs of an organization. The Pratimoksha Teacher’s Training Courses — RYT500 & RYT200 — take students through the ancient practices and philosophies that underpin Yoga, staying true to the teachings of Indian sages and Acharyas. The course is intense and equivalent in content to a master’s program in Yogic Sciences. It is certified by Yoga Alliance Alliance and accommodates a maximum of 6-8 students.
