Hemalyaa teaches Yoga and Indian dance in Los Angeles and also offers frequent workshops in Vancouver, Montreal, and Toronto as well as retreats in some of the world’s most stunning settings.

The daughter of Indian parents, Hema’s yoga training began at home at an early age. Her first teacher was her father. She went on to study yoga, philosophy, and meditation as well as asana. Hema’s in-depth study and practice of classical Indian dance informs how she teaches yoga.

Hema loves turning her students on to the vibrant styles of Indian dance, from the classical to the latest moves from Bollywood, bhangra, and Indian MTV.