Private Class Testimonials
Daniela Williams, Italy
Hello Neel, I want to thank you for Yesterday lesson ,so simple but so efficaceous. I have daily pain to my right hip and knee, I know, because I feel It my hip Is hurting for muscle tension, I suppose Is ileo psoas muscle which does not ever relax. Well both hip and knee stopped hurting just after your lesson. I Wish you could teach me some simple exercise to do myself, to help me dealing with this problem .
Mrs. Protima Smith, Vedic Student, USA
While my son was doing his Teacher Training with my son, I informed him about my Health issues. He listened to my story and then told me that I should start with correct diet and loosing at least 10 Kilos of weight.
On my acceptance, he taught me the changes necessary in my diet and activity. He taught me some very simple exercises. I followed this routine for 2 months. Within 2 months, I felt tremendous improvement in my health. I lost around 8 Kilos, and am also feeling tremendous increase in the energy level. My Thyroid and Blood Pressure medication has reduced to 50 percent of the original amount.
I am feeling light and energetic. I shall continue to follow Dr. Neel Kulkarni’s guidance. I am extremely grateful to him.
Anant Madhav Khedlekar, Class I Officer at Defence Research Development Organization, Department of Defence, India
My 25 year old son developed tremors in hands around 5 years ago. We first ignored this as a minor thing, but later this led to inability to use hands in his job at the bank. This was followed by difficulty in walking, with tremors in legs and imbalance as well as heaviness in feet. The tremors also reached his neck. Within a period of 6 months, he had to quit his job, and stop all independent walking outside home. He was unable to perform basic functions with hands such as eating, wearing clothes, writing, taking shower, etc. This was a shock to our family and we did approach homeopaths, ayurvedic doctors, and allopathic neurologists. Ultimately, we settled with an extremely reputed and demanded neurologist in Pune, and a course of 3 oral medications and one expensive biannual injection started. While this gave some relief and checked his symptoms from growing, his condition did not improve much and he developed physical weakness as well as mental fears and worries.
Out of sheer luck, we met Dr. Neel Kulkarni at one family function, after our son suffered the above condition for almost 2 years. Though we know Neel for over 40 years, we had not been touch with him for the past more than 15 years. We asked him whether there was any remedy in Yoga for our son. He decided to check him out. In the first meeting, he examined several things of our son, and suggested he takes a daily one-to-one session and also a rigorous change in the food. We had no option, as we felt no other remedies had worked. We made the instructed changes in the food within a week. Neel gave average 1.5 hours exercise instruction each single day for 10 months. He ensured that our son fully understood what is to be done, how it is to be done, and that our son actually did it. These were the changes or improvements we experienced solely due to Neel’s instruction. Our son started walking within the home, then extended it outside, started going independently to Neel’s class in a taxi after 4 months approximately. He started climbing steps with difficulty up to total of 3 floors a day, and reached climbing 40 floors a day in 4 months. His exercise level increased to 3 hours a day. His Psychological conditions improved tremendously with confidence and interest in life returned fully. He has been able to do all his personal activities independently.
All the oral medication was gradually cut off and no medication has been taken since last 6 months. The only medicinal treatment at the being is one neurological injection that is given each 6 months. We plan to eliminate that too. Except the tremors in hands, which Neel estimates to reduce substantially in 2 years, all the other symptoms and difficulties have reduced to negligible level.
After 12 months, our son was able to join a job and has been going for work for the past 5 months. Now, he goes to Neel’s class only on the weekends, does Yoga for 1.5 hours a day at home, and climbs 20 floors a day, without missing a single day. His diet seems to have changed permanently. He did not get any illness in the past 15 months, and his fitness has increased ten fold. He is enjoying his life and has joined Neel’s Yoga Teacher Training since 3 weeks ago. He plans to help others with his Yoga and Health knowledge and experience. This experience is no less than miracle! We wish that many should benefit from Dr. Neel Kulkarni’s work, and his knowledge spreads to the needy ones.
Fabrizio in Sicily, Italy
I’m so great full that i could meet Neel in my path. Our time was just a week in Sicily, but it was for me so intense that it was enough to give me the discipline that i already had but that I wasn’t able to put in the daily routine. I did yoga in the past with so many persons and teachers, different kind of yoga, but i never had the chance to meet a master, and it was the first time that i felt the need to be a disciple in some way, trying to learn from a so deep knowledge of yoga and this ancient part of the world that is Indian philosophy. With Neel we talk about different topics very interesting and he taught me a very personal yoga, based on his experience and his yoga system, that he invented, but in a way that he could help me on my needs. I found very interesting his way to not force people to believe that we have to follow his system or an other particular, but that we are all different and each one has to follow his own. I really thank you again Neel and i really hope to host him again in the future in Sicily.
Raju Jain - Shopkeeper, Pune
I am Raju Jain (ph: 8087686727). I was told by my doctor that I have a problem of blood pressure (B.P.) during the Blood Donation camp. I was prescribed medicine that I was taking. But, I knew the side effects of such a medicine to be the worst. I was worried about my condition. On discussion with many friends, I was told that Meditation and Yoga would be the best solution. I bought three books on Yoga, but I was not getting much through them. I needed a Guru for it, a "perfect Guru". God sent me Kulkarni Sir. Within two or three of his statements, I made up my mind. He is the perfect Yoga Mahaguru in the world, I guess.
I took 5 private lessons. I lost 8 Kilos of weight in 2 months and I feel so light! I have totally given up the B.P. medication a month ago. I look young and feel energetic. My family is very happy. I am sure taking private lessons is more effective in such a case.
I am very thankful to Neel Kulkarni Sir for making me his student. He also gave me meditation instruction that matches my Jain Religion and made my mind peaceful, without worries and focussed on Mahavir Jain!
Raju Jain
8 February 2017
Ravindra Kukade, Civil Engineer, Pune
My experience during Yoga tught by Neel sir.......
I was suffering multiple pain at lower back. Doctor was not sure when this pain will be cured. I was helpless. My weight had also considerably increased.
On 10th November 2016 Mr.Neel sir luckily met me near his residence. I expressed my wish to have therapeutic yoga for pain & weight reduction. He examined my condition. Then started the therapy from next day.
It is now almost 37 days over for the therapy, pain has reduced. I have lost almost 8.5 kg of the weight.During this weight reduction program I am not feeling tired or Hungry. It is happening very easily. I had tried many options in past, but I was not able to reduce so much of weight.
Thanks to Neel sir for helping me.
Ravindra Kukade
Deepak Kulkarni, Business, India
Neel Sir,
I am very lucky to have a yoga teacher like you! As you know I had massive heart attack on 13 Feb 2016. One day my daughter in law asked me to meet you for recovery and fitness post heart attack. After discussion you taught me yoga for 15 days and gave me some diet instructions for fast recovery. I did all yoga exercises and also followed all your diet instructions. As you had said, in 6 months, there was a tremendous change in my body!
I became much fit and fine! In fact, so many people told me that I look very young and handsome! I am extremely thankful to you for your training of yoga. I appeal to everyone – please start doing Yoga for at least 20 mins a day for a better health !
Further: I started further Yoga Training with you on 15 September till to-date. And, I have gained further flexibility, loss of weight and deeper understanding of Yoga. This is prompting to enter Yoga Teaching profession. One of my close friend also joined you after seeing my progress.
Filippo Lo Gatto, Physiotherapist, Italy
I met Neel in the Summer of 2015. I immediately realised his authenticity as a Yoga Teacher. I got physical and mental benefits from the classes I took with him. With time, he proved to be a great friend in addition to being a great teacher. So, I decided to join his teacher training. I studied in London for a month and in France for a half.
In London, Neel's location was very far from my location. Therefore, reaching him was not regular in time. But, he was always available to me with dedication. In addition to strong teaching skills, I learnt a lot about myself, physically as well as mentally. Neel has training and experience necessary to provide knowledge of yoga in all its aspects, thus preparing student for optimal individual as well as teaching practice.
The last 15 days we spent in a wonderful place in the north of France: fresh air, lots of green, rooms suitable to the practice and the right company helped make the perfect workout. This was in addition to the continuous supervision of the teacher. I
was benefitted with sharing studies and practice with highly talented and enthusiastic trainees. The experience was extremely positive.
Thanks for the opportunity that Neel has given me and for his sincere friendship. I wish him the best of luck and the greatest happiness possible; that his desires come true and may he always continue to teach with passion and with happy face. May the winds always be in his favour.
Namaste ' Filippo Lo Gatto
Anna Sobczak, Napoli
Maestro, I still need to thank you for the teaching you gave me - even if it was short and improvised, it had great impact on the quality of the 2 positions and on somę concepts I barely knew. I realized that I this was teaching on a totally different level than I usually experience, and it gave me great motivation to study yoga much more profoundly! All the best, have a good time in Avellino!
Wes Linch, Senior Yoga Teacher, California
I would like to offer my heartfelt appreciation for Neel's guidance and teaching of Yoga philosophy as well as it's ancillary sciences. What makes Neel's teaching so unique is his broader understanding of how Yoga fits into the greater picture of India's vast philosophical tradition. When studying a subject such as Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, one cannot isolate the teachings from subjects such as Samkhya and Sanskrit. Most modern day teachers do not have adequate understanding of these other subjects, therefore the presentation of Yoga darshana is lacking. This is where Neel truly shines as a
teacher. He has a gift of unwrapping the teachings in a clear and precise manner, relating it back to the bigger picture, and then making it relevant and palatable for the modern day yogi. Thank you Neel!
Wes Linch
Certified Yoga Instructor
(925)705-3899 www.weslinchyoga.com
Wes Linch
Marison Fusion, Yoga Teacher, California
Hello,
You might be asking yourself “why” study yoga philosophy? Maybe I should just focus on the poses.....but for me combining the poses, Sanskrit, and philosophy, it brought depth into my practice. Studying the sutras will enhance your practice and you will see it grow. These "threads" (as sutra translates from Sanskrit) of wisdom offer guidelines for living a meaningful and purposeful life.
If you have the opportunity to study The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali with Neel...do it! You will learn so much; Neel does a great job explaining each sutra in depth and clarifies any misunderstanding. The examination of yoga theory will open up a whole new world of perspective and understanding for your practice. I learned that exploring these sutras helps us grow as human beings. I encourage you to deepen your practice and begin this journey!
Kindly,
Merry Soul
Teacher Training Student (Spring 2016)
Marisol Fusion
Yoga Teacher, California
Mark Stenhoff, Physicist, London
I have suffered with insomnia throughout my life. Six months ago, Neel Kulkarni recommended that I try listening to a loop recording of a tanpura playing a C. He said that I should do this for 1-3 months and not discuss it with anyone. My sleep patterns have considerably improved. I continue to use the recording now to maintain good sleep patterns. Mark Stenhoff, BSc MPhil CPhys MinstP FRMetS FRAS, physicist.'
Mark Stenhoff
Slava, Saint Petersburg, Russia
Testimonial after 3 months of Yoga Practice.
After 3 months of regular (everyday, no exceptions) Yoga Practice I noticed that my life has changed. These changes occurred so smoothly and naturally that result could be determined only after looking into the past.
So firstly, I became slimmer. I do not know how many kgs I lost because I have not used scales for a long time. However, surrounding people say that I became slimmer. The same thing says my old clothes that became too big for me.
Secondly, I became stronger and hardier.
Thirdly, I became more stretched and flexible. Now I can reach by my hands those parts of my body that was unreachable before.
Fourthly, and the most importantly, my mind became more clear and calm. I can easily make decisions without doubt. I stopped to argue with people. I find it very easy to arrive at a mutually acceptable outcome of conversation. That helps me to increase results in my business because all negotiations became more efficient. In addition, my relationships with my girlfriend went to a new level – level of love, trust and support.
Thank you Neel for opening the door to this wonderful world of Yoga
Slava
Resl Ianovich, Student of Nursing, Austria
Dear Neel,
So first I want to thank you for the time in Germany. It was a perfect and funny week with you and Phillip. I say thank you because you answered all my questions as promised. This week was full of health, fitness and nutrition. On one hand, it was hard for me, but on the other hand, I felt like a changed person fully of energy!
When I returned home after the classes, I felt great, I continued my exercises regularly, and I am seeing the benefits. When my school started in September, I lost the practice and I felt stressful. Not doing Yoga regularly, I lost my energy. So, in my room, I build an ashram, with your Ganesha book in it. It brought me new energy. I have some problems in practicing alone that no one is pushing me.
But, my new focus is to find the balance again. And, I know that with the time I had with you and your words, I am sure to find the balance again. Please do not think
otherwise. You did everything correct.
Ohmmm Shanti. Big nice wishes. Theresia (Princess)
Resl Ianovich
Melinda Moraes, Yoga Teacher, Brazil / Paraguay
Meeting Neel was truly a blessing. He is a blessed man with pure heart and with pure intention in all his teachings. He is always smiling and he will teach you how to smile and how to keep that smile upon your face, because finally we are here to transmit love and to be love. Only with a loving teacher we will be able to learn how to act and teach with a loving heart. Beyond this, he is a knowledge man, because love and wisdom come hand by hand. I'm grateful for his help with my singing/chanting and philosophy teachings. He will always try to understand what you want and what you can do with that, because a wish without the action is just a thought. He will try to find the best tool and way for your yoga learning process.
Highly recommended, a wonderful teacher.
He is a nurturing father. :) Melinda Moraes. Brazil / Paraguay --
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John Kocur, Jazz Saxophonist/Composer/Educator
Neel Kulkarni's yoga teaching has greatly benefited me as a musician. In his one-on-one coaching, he provides individualized exercises tailored to your unique needs and goals. As a professional jazz saxophonist, I was seeking advice on what yoga could teach me about breathing and painless, efficient body mechanics. Through practice of the breathing exercises I learned from Neel, my lung capacity and breath control have noticeably improved. I can hold phrases longer, with improved intonation and a more stable tone. I've also found greater focus, especially at the start of my practice session, after beginning with Neel's exercises. Neel was able to apply his encyclopedic knowledge of yoga and health to offer some great advice about posture and playing position as well. Since I began yoga classes with Neel many years ago, I have not experienced the pain of which many of my colleagues complain even in long practice sessions and performances. I attribute this to Neel's masterful teaching of the fundamentals of yoga and his insistence on quality of quantity. More than anything, I deeply appreciate Neel's commitment to teaching the entirety of Yoga including its mental and spiritual components. I can't imagine ever finding a more authentic yoga teacher. I recommend Neel's teaching to all musicians.
John Kocur
Jazz Saxophonist/Composer/Educator
Instructor of Music at Northern Virginia Community College www.johnkocur.com
Julie Britton, Life Coach, Wales, U.K.
My homework was to sit in silence daily for 30 minutes, which I found very challenging!! To focus on 1 object. I choose my body weight as the topic.
Through daily meditation, I am I remember how I would thrive on feeling hungry, CONTROLLING MY PORTIONS TO LOOSE THAT NEXT kilo.
I was Able to make choices round food that made me feel light, knowing when my stomach was full and to leave feeling hungry knowing I would feel full after 20 minutes.
During special occasions eating high carbohydrate meals and large meals at that, just drinking water and eating salad the next day to even out the amount of energy consumed. All these strategies and formulas I used to have at an early teenager at 12,13,14,15,16 years right up to my 30’s. Then I started to suffer around food shortly after my farther died, now loosing both my parents has left me dissatisfied and using food and drink as a comfort impacting my weight gain. I then started to exercise nearly one to two hours 5 days a week over the past two years which has impact my back, knees and neck and now I am in so much pain I need to change my eating style all together. So the biggest things that has helped me on this course is mind meditation with silent sitting for 30 minutes which led from various emotions from anxiety to irritability to anger then eventually peace and mind focus. I have developed control around food, eating less, even enjoyed Pizza, pasta and bread which is usually the worst for me and even now I have maintained weight balance through raw food eating, fresh vegetables, juice with fruit. Now every time I plan my food for the day I balance it with a 3 sessions of 30 minutes intervals of exercise (yoga) that are gently building strength and stamina maintaining small portions of food or just juice or water.
I have found Neel Kulkarni highly educated and well read not just in yoga he reads sanskrit and has the original theory and history of how yoga started with meditation of the mind, it is through this knowledge I have gained control and power over my body which I am most grateful for.
Thank you Neel. I will be back to see you. Lots of love and blessings
John Kocur, Professional Musician, Sterling, Virginia, U.S.A.
Neel Kulkarni's yoga teaching has greatly benefited me as a musician. In his one-on-one coaching, he provides individualized exercises tailored to your unique needs and goals. As a professional jazz saxophonist, I was seeking advice on what yoga could teach me about breathing and painless, efficient body mechanics. Through practice of the breathing exercises I learned from Neel, my lung capacity and breath control have noticeably improved. I can hold phrases longer, with improved intonation and a more stable tone. I've also found greater focus, especially at the start of my practice session, after beginning with Neel's exercises. Neel was able to apply his encyclopedic knowledge of yoga and health to offer some great advice about posture and playing position as well. Since I began yoga classes with Neel many years ago, I have not experienced the pain of which many of my colleagues complain even in long practice sessions and performances. I attribute this to Neel's masterful teaching of the fundamentals of yoga and his insistence on quality of quantity. More than anything, I deeply appreciate Neel's commitment to teaching the entirety of Yoga including its mental and spiritual components. I can't imagine ever finding a more authentic yoga teacher. I recommend Neel's teaching to all musicians.
John Kocur, Jazz Saxophonist/Composer/Educator Instructor of Music at Northern Virginia Community College
John Kocur
Eileen Kragie, Yoga Teacher, Virginia, U.S.A.
I was extremely happy to have found you and your teaching when i did, and your help and instruction has enabled me to grow quickly. As i frequently write to you and tell you, i am forever grateful for that and for the solid foundation your teaching has given me in classical Indian yoga.
Developing an asana practice from books and videos is very difficult so your in-person teaching is extremely valuable. i bought one of Desikachar's books, actually two, in hopes that they would give me more guidance on the asana practices, variations in particular. i heartily agree that too much reading creates confusion but not having found a live teacher here that i like, i do my best.
Actually' like' is not it. It is finding a teacher whose background, practice and study is congruent with where you are and where you wish to go with your practice. i have always been very comfortable with you, as you were brought up in a yogic family, and are steeped in the spiritual practice of yoga.
Your workshops on chanting, and the inclusion of the memorization of a chant in your teacher training, have been very valuable. The historical background you provided on chanting was fascinating and increased my appreciation immeasurably of chanting and the passing down of knowledge by oral tradition as opposed to written. Your instructional materials are beautifully recorded and they make learning chanting very accessible.
There seem to be numerous reasons and uses for chanting, of which you can elaborate upon easily. While i did not delve deeply into this component of yoga, i am enjoying working on memorizing the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and the ones i have committed to memory are proving very useful as a teacher and as a practitioner. My students frequently comment on how much they enjoy the Prayer to Patanjali by the poet Bhartruhari... though i see in your book it is presumed to be written by him.
The many recordings you have made of chants is very useful. Simply listening to them is a powerful and beautiful experience. And relaxing.
Your latest book Adhiyoga, Authentic Yoga System of Neel Kulkarni, provides a wonderful detailed and in depth discussion of chanting for yoga and underscores the importance of it as an essential piece of a practice. For any student of yoga, the information provided and detailed explanations are invaluable. Your book is a wonderful & convenient resource.
Gaining a deep study of the important texts in classical yoga has been very beneficial, not only on a professional level but much more importantly on a personal one. As you pointed out in one of your many workshops, it is important to know with whom you are studying and how far removed that individual is from the original texts. Your study of Sanskrit, these ancient texts, your teachers and your personal practice make you an excellent teacher from which to undertake these studies.
Thanks to your keen and careful instruction, i am very much aware of the tremendous variation in the translations of the original works, much less the subsequent commentaries by each different writer. Understanding the definition of the terms being used and how they can change from work to work, and even within one work, has proved invaluable when studying these works. You carefully made that point early on when i began studying The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali with you. And it was borne out quickly when i questioned your use of a particular term in your latest book. You quickly pointed me to your note in the beginning of your book which stated that some terms were not being used as commonly understood. It makes for challenging, frustrating and always, interesting study and reflection.
Certainly there are cultural differences between you and me, in addition to teacher- student and friend differences. All of that makes for interesting and confusing exchanges at times, but ones that are illuminating and full of life. It is a pleasure sharing these experiences in this life here with you. May your life be full and rich with many many blessings.
~your student, & your friend
Unmesh Nandkumar Joshi, masters student of Vrije University, Amsterdam.
Hello,
I am Unmesh Nandkumar Joshi, masters student of Vrije University, Amsterdam. I would like to share my experience of YOGA practice that I learnt from Neel Sir few months ago. In last year, I have been to three different continents: Asia, Europe and America. I am enjoying my life to its core and I have not been ill (not even a cold or cough) for all these three sixty five days! The credit goes to YOGA exercises I do regularly and undoubtedly to my exemplary YOGA GURU: Neel Sir.
I took personal coaching from Neel Sir in the months of May-June 2012. Singular fact about his YOGA lessons is personalized organization of entire program. He made me identify my goals and ignited in me, a fire to pursue them, of course through YOGA practice, which essentially maintains balance of body and mind. He shared his rich life-
experiences with me to guide me better. Teacher training course is next on my list, when I shall come back to India.
Regards, Unmesh Joshi
John Kovac, Harp Maker and Harpist, Virginia, U.S.A.
Because of you i am advancing in my yoga and find it immensely helpful in everything.
John Kovac,(a student of 2012) Date: 26 June, 2013
Dr. Y from Australia
Hi Neel, How are you? just want to say you big thank you for your advice with regards to knee. I cannot believe how quickly it has improved.Cyst becomes smaller and now I can sit on heels longer time. It looks like kneeling squash synovial membrane back to normal position.As a result of it I can stretch more hamstrings and low back. And I don't have pain in left side body any more.I am able to control hot flushes using self hypnosis and cooling pranayama.They become worth as soon as I am doing something for core strength of twists of just focus on abdominal. I would need to look at
it.Keep in touch. Kind regards,Y
Dr. Y Australia
Thanks from Adelaide
Good morning, BroNeel, I wish you will stay longer in Adelaide, there is still so much that I want to learn from you . Lots and lots of love. PS Btw I really like your posts on Facebook.
Simona
Adelaide, Australia
Gratitude from Australian Lady
Sometimes in life we are very fortunate and we cross paths with someone special - the right person, at the right time, and in the right place so that we might fully appreciate the good fortune that life has been kind enought to smile upon us. This is for me right now.
Neel, I cannot possibly find words to express my gratitude I fell for the inspiration and joy meeting you has brought me. Except to say THANK YOU for sharing your knowledge, time and smile with me. With Love T (and A).
T (& A)
Adelaide, Australia
Sanjeet Hoskoti, High School Student, Pune, India
I am Sanjeet Hoskoti, from Pune age 16 years studying in Ankur Vidya mandir (special school) in NIOS Xth std. I have vision problem since from my birth I can’t read the normal
text books and also I am suffering from epilepsy (comes under the category ‘Visually Impaired’ student). Because of low vision my movements outside are get restricted i.e. playing and walking alone in crowd etc. by this I gained lot of weight. Past 7 years I am taking Ayurvedic treatment. Many of the doctor were suggested me to go for any sort of exercise or yoga class. My father have searched for suitable yoga class who can give one to one classes but finally by the grace of god he found Neel sir (Authentic yoga) who resides nearby and giving one to one classes, trainings etc. I joined classes since from July 2012
Before joining yoga I was facing problems like tiredness, less flexibility in the body muscles, overweight & bending problems but after one month of exercise I got the better results. Presently due to yoga my weight is almost reduced by 3 kgs and I am feeling comfortable in doing day to day activities. Really speaking (Neel sir) yoga is shaping me Since I am being a special child Neel sir had taken special interest, effort as well as challenge to improve my physic and studies. I am also very much comfortable with him and after learning yoga for one or two years I am interested to become Yoga teacher by taking appropriate training from Neel sir.
I am really enjoying doing yoga’s in presence of Neel sir; of course he also enjoys my company he is really great master of Yoga training. Presently everybody surrounding me says I am improving But I know I have to learn lot from him I am hardly improved by 10 to 15% need to reach at least 80 to 90% of perfection.
5 November 2012
Sanjeet Hoskoti
Hanna Mae Owens
Hanna Mae Owens, Psychology Student, Virginia, U.S.A.
Neel, Thank you so much for everything you have done to help me and teach me on this trip. I am very lucky to he able to learn from you. I am amazed by your knowledge and generosity. I look forward to learning from you in the future.
January 2012
Ashka Soni, Chemical Engineering Student, Pune, India
I personally feel that neel's class is very special since it not only gives u fitness but he also helps to give emotional stability in your life . Also he is a inspiration to us all since he is a very hardworking person himself . Apart from all that whenever he makes you feel that you are part of family . A lot of places can give you weight loss or whatever else you are looking for but he teaches you to always keep smiling . thank u neel
27 December 2011
Ashka Soni
Ashna Bhatia, Chemical Engineering Student, Pune, India
I think Neel is very nice as a person . He is not just a yoga teacher in my life but my mentor ,who gave my life new aspects .He is a keen observer .I am a very careless person from my nature and I never used to accept my mistakes. Within the one hour daily class Neel observed all these flaws in me and helped me to get rid of them . I am really blessed to have him in my life....
28 December 2011 Ashna Bhatia
Quang Nguyen, Teacher, San Fransisco, California, U.S.A.
Neel is an excellent yoga teacher who helped me with back problems when I was in Pune in the summer of 2011--I was introduced to him by a Sanskrit teacher. I told Neel that I have always suffered from lower back pain maybe because I had bad meditative posture (I live in an urban temple and meditate every morning). For some reason I have never really bothered to seek out a chiropractor and the yoga teachers in America don’t seem to know enough about the body to help me fix the problem. However, Neel was able to diagnose my physical impediments and showed me just three simple exercises which he told me that I should do for one hour everyday for a period of three months. He guaranteed that the problem will immediately go away after that time. You can guess how skeptical I was at that time. Here in America, so many people suffer from chronic back- pain which tends to linger with no viable solution and here is this yogi professing to me that he can fix it for me. Furthermore, the exercises that he wanted me to do seemed not even related to the back at all. So how could these exercises help the back? I put it off for the entire trip while I was in India and did not start doing them until I got back to San Francisco. When I got back, again the pain from my lower back was bothering me so bad that I thought that there was nothing to lose if I tried out Neel’s exercises. Forget about three months, after a period of several weeks the pain simply disappeared. God, you can guess how surprised I was when I felt no more pain in my lower back. My back never felt this great in years and the only person that I am thankful for is Neel. I am sold! Whatever he did works. Neel is now my Sanskrit teacher and I can’t wait to go back to India again to learn yoga from him in the summer of 2012. Thanks again to my friend and guru. You saved my life!
28 December 2011
Quang Nguyen
An ex fourth stage cancer patient from U.S.A.
Dear Neel,
Thanks for checking.
I am doing much better. Everybody says i look better after my India Trip :-) and i told them the secret behind it. Only worry is i am lagging in doing my Yoga and following subtle diet plan.
Tomorrow i will be visiting my Surgeon, and i am confident all is Well.
I will send you lots of pictures of my Girls. They are lots of fun, younger one overrules older one. It's fun watching them grow, learning and implementing new things.
Axxx now goes to Katthak, Kumon, and Ballet class and Ayyy goes to Gymnastic.They both love it.
I hope to be more disciplined.
I trust everything is just great with you.
Regards, Pxxxxx
8 December 2011
Denny Grossman, Ecology Scientist, Vienna, Virginia, U.S.A.
"Neel has continued to provide valuable guidance to my yoga practice over the past year. Neel is a unique teacher with comprehensive knowledge of yoga philosophy, tradition and practice. I am grateful for the opportunity to study with him."
Namaste, Denny 01/07/2009
I have been a yoga student with Neel over the past year. His breadth and depth of knowledge regarding the history and philosopy of yoga represent the generations
of dedicated practice in this family. I have benefited from general class instruction and individual training. My energy, strength, flexibility and overall health have significantly improved as a direct result from his intstructions. I am forturnate to have found this knowledgeable, helpful and friendly yoga teacher in Vienna. I strongly recommend Neel as a yoga teacher for any serious student.
Denny Grossman February 2007
Denny Grossman
Ravikumar Keepudi, Ashburn, Virginia, USA
January 7, 2009
It was about a year ago that we met Mr. Neel Kulkarni under a very distressed condition of seeking for help with my son’s flat feet complications. Earlier, our visits to a number of Podiatrists only provided somewhat unacceptable medical advices. It did not make any sense letting a 10 year child to undergo surgical treatments without any promising results and it was very clear we will not go in that direction. A simple rational study and reports by Mr. Neel, we were convinced that we are in good hands and the right place.
Mr. Neel, upon reviewing all the reports, my son’s physical nature, proposed a very strategic approach with monthly intervals of reviews. With a good number of easy Yogic postures, some serious changes in food habits, and the type of food, we saw dramatic improvement in the course of 3 months. He brought in more changes from the perfection and improvement points of view, and then in the next 6 months of time, my son saw an almost perfect healing. My son who was very scared of going to a Podiatrist is very happy now and continues to follow the directions given my Mr. Neel.
We sincerely thank Mr. Neel for his meticulous perception on human body, behavior and the expertise in setting things in the right direction. It worked in our case and sure it is his invaluable knowledge that can heal many human disorders in a very natural way without having to go to people who use knifes and scissors for simple reasons; further save money and reduce stress for ever.
We strongly feel to be highly fortunate and blessed in solving the issue for ever.
Warm regards,
Ravi Keepudi & Family.
Ravikumar Keepudi
Avinash Kondagunta, Merrifield, Virginia, USA
Hey Neel,
Happy new year to you too! I am doing good. I have been practicing yoga regularly and I can feel the difference. I have been missing a few days in between but my new year's resolution is to cut that down! :-)
01/01/2009
Avinash Kondagunta
Bob and Joelle Rudney, Vienna, Virginia, USA
"My wife and I have regularly attended Neel Kulkarni's yoga classes for the past two years. Neel is a phenomenal, dedicated teacher whose classes reflect his deep spirituality, commitment, and compassion. I have a disability, and Neel went to tremendous lengths to design exercises that would accommodate my disability and bring me maximum benefit from yoga. We miss him greatly and look forward to seeing him again next summer."
12/29/2008
Bob and Joelle Rudney
Neswanth K, Ashburn, Virginia, USA
Thanks Neel! You Rock In Yoga!
I really thank youu for helping me to get rid of the surgery.. I learnt a lot in Yoga. I learnt that I need to be focussed on mind. One of my favorite pose was the StarFish(Neelakanthasana), because I can do that so much. My muscles are starting to grow strong. I dedicate this card to you because you helped me so much in Yoga. One of your students,
Neswanth K. 2008 (10 year old boy who wants to avoid the surgery recommended by 3 surgeons)
Neswanth K
Hari Prasad, North Carolina, USA
Hello Neel,
Good Morning. Hope you had a good time in India. Sorry I was not able to mail you as I am little busy in the office and also in moving to new place. But, I am doing Yoga every day for one hour. I am feeling very good now. I stopped taking medication also for acid reflux. Iam doing all the Yoga asanas that you showed me. Now Iam feeling very good. Iam doing this in the evening for an hour. Iam planning to do partially in the morning and partially in the evening. I mean all the asanas other than those on the bolster in the morning and those on the bolster in the evening. Would like to know whether I can do like that or all should be done at one time.
I moved to new place and am doing good. I will keep in touch.I am very happy to see the results as early as one week after following your valuable suggestions. Thanks for all the help.
Prasad, 05/11/2008
Hari Prasad
Rajiv Sarin, IT Manager, Springfied, Virginia, USA
"Saturday mornings with Neel ji this year have brought forth a singular aspect namely, do your part in life. Coming to terms with this dimension in one's day to day life has unfolded incalculable 'mahatva' for my career, my family interaction and my life compass. Also, this year, I have been remiss in not setting aside regular 'niyam' time for Patanjali Yogasutra chanting."
Sincerely,
Rajiv Sarin
11/30/2007
Neelji's Class: I continue to participate in Yoga Sutras of Patanjali class, and benefit from the wonderful gift of chanting in Sanskrit as well as Neelji's hospitality of garam chai. I encourage anyone interested in the subject area of stilling the mind to enroll in Neelji's class. As a student you may even be the beneficiary of his uncanny brand of humor! AUM.
12/26/2006
I am a student of Neel Kulkarni and started Patanjali Yogasutra study in the Fall of 2005. I consider myself fortunate to be learning the text from someone who has a solid grasp of Sanskrit and makes it appear as if it is his native language. Neel is deeply committed to chanting the sutrams and I am therefore the beneficiary of the oral tradition of learning as well. I must confess the clarity of the philosophy contained in the yogasutra text has not been entirely approachable in portions of the first pada; however, Neel has been both flexible and patient to go over the tenets as often required. The initiation to the philosophy of Patanjali Yogasutra has made me curious on the practitioner aspects of ‘chitta vritti nirodh.’ I feel fortunate to have been recommended to this class by my yoga teacher, Nanda Bondade.
12/16/2005
Rajiv Sarin
Vijay, Manager, Cybage Software (SEI-CMMI L 5), India
Hello Neel,
Thanks for calling me and enquiring about my health. I am doing great and no problem after August hospitalization. Things are looking under control so far. Needless to say, I am following all of your instructions with regards Yoga and diet. Will talk more when we meet in January.
Regards Vijay
12/10/2006
Vijay
A private student - names removed
Dear Neel,
I am sorry we missed you this past weekend. We were celebrating Easter and my mother's birthday with family. It was a very sweet gathering. I hope your new job in DC is going well. You have been in my thoughts lately as I have been feeling much gratitude for our talk together earlier this year. This semester at school has been very special for me. As I come to the last two weeks of classes and finishing assignments I realize how much peace I have had through all the events of the semester. My stress disappeared and instead I have been able to focus and get my work done without worry. When I have noticed stress start to rise in me, I have been able to quickly shift to peace and move forward with focus. I am deeply grateful for the time we spent together that morning and for your wisdom shared with me. You assisted me in making this conscious shift so effortlessly and beautifully. Thank you, Neel. You are a very special gift in my life and I know my husband feels likewise. We look forward to spending more time with you and Nancy when I finish school (May 4 is my last day!).
Namaste.
4/19/2006
Dr. Shantanu & Drs. Vasantee Deshpande, Software Engineers, Baltimore, Maryland
Dear Neel - We meant to thank you for the useful Health Related suggestions you gave us for our Son. Our son had suffered cold and related symptoms from very early childhood. Your suggestions related to stopping the dairy products and then only allowing organic milk have resulted in recovery from his cold related problems. Additionally, his appetite which was very poor in the past, has improved resulting in better strength and overall wellbeing. We are thankful to you and wish you best in your work on health and yoga.
10/27/2002
Shantanu & Drs. Vasantee Deshpande
EC, Alexandria, Virginia
Thanks so much for taking the time to speak to me about my heart condition. I enjoyed the class and am looking forward to really getting into Yoga. My chest did not feel tight after the class. Please send me the information promised. I look forward to receiving the information.
06/02/2001
EC
Cécile Poyet, Virginia and California, USA
"Neel has been my yoga instructor since 2007. He has taught me the most fundamental yoga concepts and practices. This has deeply changed my life – changes that will stay with me forever. Besides the most visible benefits related to better quality of sleep and healthier eating habits, I have seen myself becoming a calmer, more balanced, peaceful and satisfied person. Every day, I enjoy exploring my spirituality and divine nature further.
These evolutions would not have been possible without Neel’s dedication, patience and teachings. I am very grateful to him for being my yoga instructor and to life for having made our paths cross. May every person on a spiritual path find such a helpful source of inspiration and universal love."
24 December 2011
Hi Neel, Thank you so much for offering me a special last yoga class. I am sorry I had to miss your class today and had not been able to say goodbye properly. However, I would like you to know that it does not change anything to the wonderful teaching you have been giving to me over the past months. Many things have been changing in my life in a very positive way since I started yoga classes with you. And I know I still have many things to learn, which is great. I feel very lucky I met you and Nancy. You are both very special people and you really became my "yoga family", as Nancy once said. I have been enjoying every time I have been sharing with you. Thank you very much again for offering me a yoga class tonight or tomorrow. I will not be able to make it, not only because I have to finish packing my stuff and have no car anymore, but also because I do not like goodbyes much :-) Take great care of you both of you. I will certainly give you news from C