Yoga with Prashant

Yoga has been part of my life for more than two decades.

I was first introduced to yoga around 2005 and, over the years, had the opportunity to learn under a guru who lived in a village near Khajuraho.

In 2014, at his insistence, I completed a three-year formal education in Yogic Sciences and Naturopathy.

Life took me in other directions afterwards, including into IT, but yoga never really left.

After 2021, I began teaching people who stayed at Hotel Lakeside and wanted to learn.

There was also a difficult period in my own life when I struggled severely with sleep and my general wellbeing. Returning to the yogic practices I had learned over the years, particularly pranayama and other breathing practices, brought a significant change. Experiencing their effects firsthand strengthened my understanding of what consistent practice can do.

I realised that these practices were too valuable to keep to myself. I wanted to share them with others and help them experience the benefits through their own practice.

I practise. I learn. I share what I have learned. 

Harue Omata, Japan

★★★★★ 5/5 on Google

Translated from Japanese

“I had a wonderful experience.

I have dabbled in yoga a little, but Prashant's yoga is on a completely different level. It isn't the kind of exercise-based yoga you commonly find. He has studied traditional yoga in depth over many years and taught me about the essence of yoga: relaxing, breathing, awakening dormant nerve cells and allowing prana to flow — as well as the methods through which these experiences can be developed.

I would love to take his lessons again and again if I had the opportunity. I wholeheartedly recommend him to everyone.

He also taught me about the relationship between Indian classical dance and yoga. He is a person with profound knowledge and understanding.”

— Harue Omata

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Peace channel, Japan

★★★★★ 5/5 on Google

“I participated in this class eight years ago.

I remember very well how pleasantly I practised yoga while watching the beautiful sunrise in Khajuraho.

I still practise yoga in Japan, and it is no exaggeration to say that this experience was the starting point of my yoga journey.

These days, yoga tends to focus on postures, I think, but I remain conscious of the basic principle my teacher taught me when I was a complete beginner: ‘Yoga is about breathing.’

If you visit Khajuraho, I would definitely recommend joining this class. For experienced practitioners, it can be an opportunity to rethink their own approach to yoga; for beginners, it can be an opportunity to change their lives.”

— Peace channel

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Deborah Prado, Brazil

★★★★★ 5/5 on Google

January 2025 · Yoga Retreat

“In January 2025, I stayed with Prashant for the Yoga Retreat, and it absolutely exceeded my expectations.

The shared wisdom, the lessons, the history and the precise explanations were wonderful. The location is wonderful, just 500 metres from the Khajuraho temples, opposite the lake. The staff and teacher are super friendly, professional, and shared so much wisdom.

The food was fresh, local and full of flavour.

I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an authentic yoga and pranayama practice and knowledge. I'll definitely return one day.”

— Deborah Prado

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GuGu Kali, Kazakhstan

★★★★★ 5/5 on Google

“First of all, I want to say something about the person behind this yoga place. Prashant is a very nice person. He is attentive and intelligent, and I had such a wonderful time with him. He shares a lot of useful information.

The place itself is wonderful. It is right next to the beautiful temples, and you are going to love the atmosphere around you!

I 100% recommend Prashant and his yoga classes!”

— GuGu Kali

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Constanza Barrios, Chile

★★★★★ 5/5 on Google

“Prashant is the most amazing yoga teacher. He teaches us the deeper meaning of yoga, which was wonderful!

The rooftop of the hotel is the perfect spot to practise, with such a beautiful view and an amazing atmosphere.

We stayed at this hotel for four nights when our original plan was to stay for just one. We loved the place so much — its beauty and wonderful energy — that we ended up taking lessons with Prashant every morning. The whole experience became one of the best experiences of our time in India.

Thank you, Prashant, and please give your father a big hug from us too!

Totally recommend!!!”

— Constanza Barrios

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A few moments from our yoga sessions at Hotel Lakeside, Khajuraho.

Each programme is an opportunity to practise traditional yoga, develop awareness of the breath and experience the deeper dimensions of yoga in a peaceful setting.

For me, yoga begins with something very simple: Health.

Traditional yogic practices offer practical tools to improve how we breathe, move, digest, rest and respond to everyday stress. When practised correctly and consistently, they can bring noticeable improvements in how we feel, often sooner than people expect.

My approach goes beyond learning individual techniques. It is about understanding the connection between the body, breath and mind, developing the ability to practise correctly, and making these practices part of everyday life.

An important part of this approach is gut health and digestive wellbeing. Our food, breathing, daily habits and stress are closely connected with digestion and overall health. We bring these elements together through yogic practice, mindful eating and simple, traditional Indian food.

Learn → Practise → Understand → Deepen → Integrate 

In the beginning, learning something new naturally requires effort.

With repetition, practice becomes familiar. With familiarity comes greater control. And gradually, what once required conscious effort can become natural.

For me, accomplishment is not about doing more, holding longer or pushing harder.

It is being able to practise correctly without unnecessary effort — and experiencing the practice as relieving rather than forced.

Learn → Repeat → Improve → Deepen → Accomplish → Integrate 

The real value of yoga lies in experiencing it and making it part of your life.

During your programme, you will learn practical techniques, receive personal guidance and develop a clearer understanding of how to practise independently.

You don't have to wait for the perfect time to begin. Start with the time you have.

Come and practise with us at Hotel Lakeside, Khajuraho.

Learn the practice. Experience it yourself. Take it home.