About Pranava Institute

Professional Background

Yogacharya Chandrasekhar Pranava has been practicing yoga since 1990 and began teaching in 1996. He holds a Master's degree in Psychology (MSc-Psy) from S.V University and a Master's in Business Administration with a focus on Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM). His formal yoga education includes a certificate course from S.V. Yoga Adyana Kendra (1995-96) and a Diploma in Yoga from Sri Visweshara Yoga Research International, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh (1996-97).

Founding of Pranava Yoga Kendra

In 1997, Yogacharya Pranava established "Pranava Yoga Kendra" in Nellore, marking the beginning of his professional career as a yoga instructor. He has served as a Training Consultant for numerous institutions, including top private schools, District Institute of Educational Training-Pallipadu, District Sports Authority, District Youth Center, and R.T.C Staff College in Nellore district, as well as SHAR, Sricity Tirupati district, and Hyderabad.

Teaching Philosophy and Reach

Yogacharya Pranava's teaching is deeply rooted in the principles of Patanjali Yoga Sutra, with a focus on overcoming mental conditioning as a key to eliminating human unhappiness. He has instructed approximately 5000 students, including school students, youth, and middle-aged individuals, both locally and internationally. His influence extends to the U.S., U.K., Middle East, and East Asian countries.

He has shared his expertise through various media channels, including TV-9, Shakshi, Eenadu, Andhrajyothi, and Vartha, covering topics such as spirituality, philosophy, health management, and self-improvement.

Current Focus

Based in Nellore, Yogacharya Chandrasekhar Pranav conducts daily classes and workshops while serving as a Yoga-life skills trainer for top management and corporate groups in Hyderabad and Nellore. His teachings encompass diverse traditional styles including Hatha, Asthanga, Karma, and Jnana Yoga, with a particular emphasis on Asthanga Yoga (Vinyasa, Power).

Yogacharya Pranav is available for consultancy work, lectures, demonstrations, and special events, aiming to foster a knowledgeable yoga community for the betterment of society.