Sadhguru

Jagadish "Jaggi" Vasudev (born 3 September, 1957), also known as Sadhguru, is an Indian guru and founder of the Isha Foundation, based in Coimbatore, India. The foundation, established in 1992, operates an ashram and yoga centre that carries out educational and spiritual activities. Sadhguru has been teaching yoga since 1982.

Sadhguru, whose full name is Jaggi Vasudev, is known for his long, white beard, a turban, and his distinctive blue robes, often seen riding a motorcycle. 

Jaggi Vasudev, popularly known as Sadhguru, is a prominent Indian yogi and spiritual leader, recognized as the founder and head of the Isha Foundation. This organisation, established in 1992, operates an ashram and a yoga centre, serving as a hub for various educational and spiritual activities.

Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, a renowned spiritual leader and founder of the Isha Foundation, is known for his contributions to spirituality, humanitarian services, and environmental conservation, including initiatives like Rally for Rivers and Cauvery Calling, and was honored with the Padma Vibhushan in 2017. he has a unique ability to make the ancient yogic sciences relevant to contemporary minds, acting as a bridge to the deeper dimensions of life.

• He is the creator of the Isha Foundation, which provides yoga courses worldwide.
• He has taken an active part in educational programs, environmental projects, and social outreach.
• On April 13, 2017, the Indian government awarded him the Padma Vibhushan honor for his spiritual contributions.
• He was drawn to nature as a child and enjoyed spending time in the nearby woodland. It was also around this period that he fell in love with reptiles, such as snakes.
• He learned the basic yoga poses from Malladihalli Sri Raghavendra Swamiji when he was twelve years old. He claims that he has been consistently performing these poses without taking a day off.