~ Founders ~
Swasti Yoga Center is an ISO 9001:2015 accredited Yoga Training Center by Yoga Certification Board (YCB), Ministry of AYUSH for quality education, training, therapy, and research in yoga and an associate center of Indian Yoga Association (IYA).
Dr. Vikas Chothe
Swasti’s founder, Dr.Vikas Chothe, holds an MD, PhD in Ayurvedic medicine with Yoga Certification from AYUSH. He has worked as a Yoga Ambassador for the government of India and is currently lead examiner for YCB Yoga examination since the beginning of the Yoga Certification Scheme in 2016. He has conducted exams for more than 3,000 students till date. Dr.Vikas has been invited by Indian Embassy Austria, Malaysia, Mexico and Armenia and has visited USA, China, Malaysia, Italy and European countries for propagation of Yoga and Ayurveda. He is also yoga school auditor for the Yoga Certification Board (YCB) creating quality standards in yoga schools globally.
Dr. Shwetambari Vikas Chothe
Dr. Shwetambari Chothe, an accomplished professional at the intersection of holistic health, academia, and culinary arts. Holding a prestigious MD in Homoeopathy and earning the distinction of being a Masters in Yoga-Gold medalist, Dr. Chothe stands as a beacon of excellence in her fields. Her exemplary dedication is further highlighted by her certification as a Level 3 Yoga Teacher and Evaluator, recognized by the Government of India.Currently serving as an Yoga consultant at LMF Homoeopathic Medical College in Pune, Dr. Chothe brings a wealth of knowledge to her academic role, complemented by her expertise in anatomy and physiology. Her commitment to advancing the principles of holistic health extends beyond the classroom, as she operates as a consulting homeopath, providing valuable insights into alternative medicine.
International and Government Certified Professional Yoga Teachers Trainers and advisors in Pune India
PAPER PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
American Journal of Health Promotion Practice International Ayurveda conferences and 7 International Ayurveda Research Day Conferences by International Ayurveda Association
• (IAA) and Institute of Indian Medicine
• (IIM) Pune 4th World Ayurveda Congress, Bangalore in December 2010 12th International Conference on Evidence-Based Ayurveda on Heart Care and Diabetes in 25th Sept 2011 First International Conference on Integrated Preventive Cardiology on 25th Nov 2011
BOOKS PUBLISHED
Panchatantra and Yogasutras- A Panchatantra approach to Patanjali’s Yogasutras (August 2017) ISBN No: 978-93-85456-25-1, ebooks in French and Spanish
• Anna- Ayurvedic Healthy Diet (English)
• English Charak Samhita- Vimanasthana Part 1 (English)
• Chapter written on menstrual health and hygiene in French textbook: Prévention Santé Environnement (French)
• Booklets on menstrual health and adolescent health (Marathi) in females: Sarya kalyana (Age- 12-16), Phool mhanun jagtana (Age- above 16) For boys: Olakh Swatahachi (Age- 12-16), Tarunyachya vatevar (Age- above 16)
• Tastes of Maharastra (English)
• Yoga for Business Ethics (English)
• Fete de La Surya Namaskar (French)
• Pepa Pig’s Surya Namaskar Party (English)
• Matsya Avatar (English)
• Panchatantra et Yoga-sutra: une approche panchatantra aux yogasutras de patanjali (French Edition)
• Panchatantra y Yoga-sutra: Un Acercamiento Desde El Panchatantra (Spanish Edition)
Om Card Game- a unique fun way to learn Yogasutras
YCB Yoga Examiners
YCB Yoga Examination Practical
Dr. Vikas Chothe Certificates
Dr. Shwetambari Chothe Certificates
