Hitesh Mahawar is a yoga sadhak, shikshak, and the founder of Shala. His journey into yoga began through personal loss and transformation. After losing his mother, he struggled with weight gain and emotional turmoil, which eventually led him to yoga. Immersing himself in the study and practice of traditional yoga, Hitesh spent time in various ashrams learning from revered swamis and gurus. His exploration revealed that yoga is not merely a physical practice but a profound sadhana. Even as a child, Hitesh was spiritually inclined, drawn to texts like the Ramayana and Mahabharata, laying the foundation for his years of Svadhyaya. This lifelong devotion has now evolved into a mission to share this sacred knowledge, making it accessible and practical for modern seekers.