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Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah, Sarve Santu Niramaya
(May all beings be happy, may all beings be free from disease)
Simple Yoga is a Mumbai-based Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy Wellness Institute dedicated to helping people overcome lifestyle diseases and lead a tension-free life through the time-tested wisdom of Yoga and Ayurveda. Founded by Dr. Madhurika Desai, a celebrated Ayurveda consultant and yoga therapist with 27 years of clinical experience, Simple Yoga blends ancient healing science with modern, research-backed practice.
Why Yoga & Ayurveda?
What is the Philosophy Behind Simple Yoga ?
The Modern Health Crisis — And a Natural Solution
In today’s fast-paced world, psycho-somatic illnesses — hypertension, heart disease, asthma, diabetes, and insomnia — are rising at an alarming rate, and conventional medicine often struggles to offer lasting relief. Extensive research on yoga-based therapy has shown it to be one of the most effective approaches for managing these conditions, making yogic practice essential for a tension-free, balanced life — free from physical, mental, and psycho-somatic disorders.
What Is Ayurveda?
The Charak Samhita describes Ayurveda as:
स्वस्थस्य स्वास्थ्य रक्षणम् आतुरस्य विकार प्रशमनं च
(Swasthasya swasthya rakshanam, aturasya vikara prashamanam)
Meaning: Ayurveda exists to protect the health of the healthy and to cure the disorders of the sick. Ayurvedic wisdom works best before imbalance occurs — not only after. It rests on two pillars:
- Preventive Care — Dinacharya (daily routine), Rtucharya (seasonal regimen), Sadvritta (right conduct and thought), and Yoga.
- Curative Care — Ahara (diet), Vihara (lifestyle), and Aushadham (Ayurvedic medicine).
What Is Yoga, Really?
Maharishi Patanjali defines yoga in the Yoga Sutra 1.2 as:
“Yogas Chitta Vritti Nirodhah”
Yoga is not merely physical movement — it is a state of stillness, where the fluctuations of the mind (vrittis) come to rest. Every sensory experience creates ripples of thought, much like a stone dropped into water. These thought-waves shape our reactions, our habits, our character, and ultimately our destiny — keeping us trapped in the repetitive cycle of Samsara. Patanjali’s solution is simple yet profound: still the waves of the mind. This is the true path of yoga — freedom from suffering and a return to one’s authentic self.
The Concept Of
Simple Yoga & Ayurvedic Wellness Institute :
By uniting these two philosophies, Simple Yoga – Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy Wellness Institute was created to support holistic human wellness — encouraging accessible, effective Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy practices for physical, emotional, and spiritual healing.
Simple Yoga was founded in 2025, on the auspicious occasion of Gudhi Padwa, by a passionate group of yoga practitioners under the leadership of Dr. Madhurika Desai, Founder-Director of the Institute.
About the Founder :
Dr. Madhurika Desai
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR DR. MADHURIKA WELLNESS,
SIMPLE YOGA & AYURVEDIC WELLNESS INSTITUTE
27 Years of Healing, One Mission: Health and Happiness for All
Dr. Madhurika Desai is the daughter of a Police Sub-Inspector father and a Primary School Teacher mother, and has dedicated her life to natural healing since beginning her career as an Ayurvedacharya and Yoga Therapist in 1999. With 27 years of experience as an Ayurveda Consultant, Yoga Therapist, and Nutritionist, Dr. Desai has guided hundreds of people toward healthier, happier lives — empowering them with simple, non-intimidating, and practical mind-body practices.
She works with clients worldwide through one-on-one telehealth yoga therapy sessions, with particular specialization in chronic joint pain management and stress management — the root cause of most modern lifestyle diseases. A self-described science nerd, Dr. Desai grounds her teaching in the latest research on yoga therapy, anatomy, and physiology, ensuring her methods are safe, effective, and adaptable for every body type and condition.
EXPERTISE
20 Years of experience in Yoga, Ayurveda, Nutrition, Women's Wellness & Yoga Therapy
QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Yoga Teacher & Therapist Specialized in Holistic Health & Lifestyle Management
APPROACH
Holistic, Personalized & Science-based approach for lasting transformation
VISION
To create a healthier. happier & stress-free society through yoga
OUR COURSES & PROGRAMS
Programs for Yoga Teachers & Yoga Sadhakas
For Yoga Sadhakas (Practitioners)
1. Six-Week Beginner Yoga Course
Perfect for complete beginners. This structured 6-week course, taught in small groups by experienced teachers, introduces fundamental postures and yogic principles, helping you gradually build a confident practice, at excellent value.
2. Simple Yoga
Workshops
Go deeper than regular classes. Our workshops offer focused time to explore specific postures, progress toward challenging asanas, and target particular areas of the body — led by our in-house teachers and visiting senior yoga masters.
3. Daily Studio Classes
(Deonar, Mumbai)
Held daily, our studio classes welcome everyone from complete beginners to advanced practitioners, with special focus on women, working professionals, and the elderly. Styles offered include Sukshma Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Hatha Yoga, and Kriya Yoga.
4. Happy Yoga
for Kids
A specially designed yoga foundation program for children — the future of the nation. Built to enhance memory power, focus, and overall personality development, this program helps children thrive in today's competitive world and grow into balanced, capable individuals.
5. (Garbhsanskar)
Garbhini Yoga for Expecting Mothers
A specially designed, scientifically-grounded yoga program for pregnant women navigating the physical and emotional changes of pregnancy.
6. Corporate
Yoga Programs
Help your workforce think clearly, manage work pressure effectively, and stay calm under challenges. Our corporate yoga programs relieve the stress and physical strain of long desk hours, while building stronger interpersonal relationships and a healthier, more energized workplace.
7. Yoga Therapy
Classes
A specially designed, scientifically-grounded yoga program for pregnant women navigating the physical and emotional changes of pregnancy.
How to Book our Course :
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Simple Yoga & Ayurvedic
Wellness institute
Have a health concern or want to know which program suits you best? Fill out the form below and our team will reach out to guide you toward the right wellness path.
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Phone
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Mon-Sat: 4:00 PM To 6:00 PM
(Sunday Closed)
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Our Location :
- Mumbai, Maharashtra