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The Essence of Tapasya

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The Essence of Tapasya

Tapasya represents the disciplined effort that leads to transformation. In ancient yogic and Vedic traditions, tapasya (from the Sanskrit root 'tap' meaning 'to heat') refers to the process of generating inner heat through dedicated practice—creating the necessary spiritual fire to burn away impurities and reveal our true nature.

Dr. Bharat Thakur's Tapasya is a carefully crafted path that integrates the physical discipline of yoga with the mental clarity of meditation. This union creates a powerful system for addressing the root causes of suffering and limitation that reside in our subconscious mind.

About Dr. Bharat Thakur

Dr. Bharat Thakur is a remarkable polymath holding a doctorate in Exercise Physiology, renowned for his expertise in yoga, meditation, painting, and numerous other disciplines. His scientific background combined with deep spiritual knowledge creates a unique approach that bridges ancient wisdom with contemporary understanding.

His mastery across various domains serves as an inspiration for those seeking balance and fulfillment in both creativity and inner peace. Through decades of dedicated practice, scientific research, and exploration, Dr. Thakur has developed methods that are simultaneously simple, profound, and effective—all while remaining firmly rooted in ancient wisdom yet validated by modern science.

Testimonials

Reviews from our clients

Nargiz Baghirzade
(screenwriter)

“Meeting Bharat Thakur—experiencing his retreat, Tapasya, and his meditations—completely transformed my consciousness and perception. It felt like stepping into a new dimension—one I had always sensed existed, but only with Bharat was I able to truly enter it. I came to understand what makes Tapasya so special: it's the blend of clear structure and tradition with a process that is alive, ever-evolving, and deeply expressive. Just like in a brilliant script or painting, structure matters—dramaturgy, composition—but it's the creator's talent that brings the work to life and makes it unforgettable. What I also love is how Bharat's teaching combines the dynamic pulse of modern life with the deep inner world of the soul. With him, you don't run away from life—on the contrary, you learn to live it fully and joyfully, while finding calm and balance within yourself. And as your inner world begins to shift, so does the reality around you."

Anuradha Nalapat
(Artist, Curator)

“Tapasya is not exercise, and therefore I initially felt difficulty adjusting to it. It is an invitation to go slow and requires committing an hour just for your body and mind's healing. It doesn't leave you tired but exhilarated, with renewed energy levels and a deeper understanding of your body's needs. Coupled with the meditation sessions, it is new-age therapy and alignment into the much-needed happiness factor. Meditation sessions are truly unique, using imaginative visualizations that teach you to utilize your breath and body to navigate your spine and the key energy centers that control bodily functions. I was overawed by its precision, scientific temper, and the experience of a new peaceful world I could visit and return to at will. You feel grounded, aligned, and empowered to face the unstable outer world."

G. Jayashree
(Teacher)

“After a year of learning Yoga and Meditation from Dr Bharat Thakur, I am happy to share that I carry a cloak of calmness around me, most of the time. I find each yoga session 1. Carefully curated , to suit the demographics and individual levels of fitness of the class 2. Information about each posture or mudra or breathing pattern is given, which is motivating. 3. Adequate rest is given after an Asana. 4. Alternate options are given to enable those who have health issues, to still attempt the equivalent of that asana. 5. Reinforced teachings of humility, self awareness self love, kindness and compassion is given in each session. These sessions have made me more agile, flexible, energetic , calm and humble. I am infused with an endearing feeling of Oneness with the Universe. Yes, I have lost weight at the right places too !"

Rathna
(M.Tech. from IIT, Madras and a veena player)

“I attended Bharat's Tapasya workshop in June 2000. Life journey under his guidance has been intense in many aspects. Attending Artistic yoga from 2000 has opened up several windows. Every Sunday meditation class is a real boon for self transformation. It has deepened my fascination for Naada. Some statements of Bharat in meditation classes are Mahavakhyas, like 'Consciousness is not in you. you are consciousness', 'Ego is not a noun. Ego is a verb'. Bharat's unconditional love and grace nurtures me all the time to become a better human being."

Durga Prasad

“I've been part of Bharat Thakur's Tapasya classes for over a year, and the experience has been truly transformative. With a hectic job and long hours, I struggled with an unhealthy lifestyle. Since joining, I feel more energetic, calmer, and have fewer sugar cravings. My diet has improved, and I sleep much better. All credit goes to the thoughtful and impactful yoga guidance of our guru, Mr. Bharat Thakur."

Khushboo Singh

“My name is Khushboo Singh, and my experience with Bharat Thakur's online yoga classes has been truly transformative. Each session brought a perfect balance of physical movement, breathwork, and inner peace. His unique approach helped me connect deeply with my body and mind, even through a screen. The clarity of instruction and spiritual guidance made yoga feel more meaningful in my daily life. I'm grateful for this journey and the positive changes it brought. "

Anita Dutta

“I'm a mother of an autistic son, and he has been practicing yoga and meditation for one and a half years at AY. When I joined, my son was physically and mentally disturbed. Yoga has helped him keep his elbows straight, reduce pain in his stomach and joints. His breathing has improved along with his flexibility and understanding. I hope he will be calm, steady, and well-spoken someday."

Madhusoodhana Chari
(Tech Researcher)

“After 25 years in tech innovation, I realized I'd drifted from myself—health declining, emotions buried, relationships strained. Bharat Thakur's weekly virtual sessions brought me back to life. His practical approach sparked awareness, healing, and transformation. I feel lighter, healthier, more compassionate, and deeply connected to myself and others. From worry-laden to worry-free, I'm now living with purpose and joy. It's a true life reboot. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking meaningful change."

Nirja Chawla

“I've been doing yoga since I was a small child. Yoga teachers have been aplenty in my life. However, never before have I experienced such stillness and profound experiences in yoga as with Bharat Thakur. His meditation sessions too are unbelievably intense and leave a profound impact. For me, no one can reach that benchmark like Bharat Thakur, who keeps reinventing ancient wisdom while keeping the purity of Patanjali's teachings—the Sutras—intact."

Dr Seema Sharma
(Consultant Obstetrician and gynecologist)

“Yoga and meditation have transformed my life! I've found relief from musculoskeletal issues, cultivated mindfulness, and enjoyed increased happiness and better sleep. My relationships with patients and family have flourished, and I cherish time in nature. I'm deeply grateful to Dr. Bharat Thakur and his team for their dedication to teaching the art, science, and craft of yoga, which has been a game-changer for me"

Maya Sabzaliyeva
(Entrepreneur)

“During this retreat, I began to accept myself and love myself just as I am. This led to a sense of inner peace and a deeper connection with the Creator. I can truly say that this is the key to happiness. That’s why I can confidently say this retreat was a turning point in my life. What I love about Bharat’s yoga classes is that it offers everything in one place – yoga asanas, cardio movements that activate the muscles, breathing techniques, and more. By dedicating just one hour a day, three times a week, I manage to stay in shape and feel much more energetic."

Mitul Uttam
(Furniture Designer)

“I’ve been doing Dr Bharat Thakur’s meditation sessions since eight months and it has been a tremendous inward journey . For me it’s been like a path to remembrance , reconnecting with what the soul already knows , to the true essence of who we really are .A step by step beautifully guided process ,it’s taking me to a place of trust where I feel that nothing that is not in one’s favour can happen even though it may seem otherwise. Have noticed subtle positive shifts in many aspects of life and a certain ease of being has come inspite of the challenges ……ever so grateful 🙏💗"

It felt like stepping into a new dimension—one I had always sensed existed, but only with Bharat was I able to truly enter it.

“

“Meeting Bharat Thakur—experiencing his retreat, Tapasya, and his meditations—completely transformed my consciousness and perception. It felt like stepping into a new dimension—one I had always sensed existed, but only with Bharat was I able to truly enter it. I came to understand what makes Tapasya so special: it's the blend of clear structure and tradition with a process that is alive, ever-evolving, and deeply expressive. Just like in a brilliant script or painting, structure matters—dramaturgy, composition—but it's the creator's talent that brings the work to life and makes it unforgettable. What I also love is how Bharat's teaching combines the dynamic pulse of modern life with the deep inner world of the soul. With him, you don't run away from life—on the contrary, you learn to live it fully and joyfully, while finding calm and balance within yourself. And as your inner world begins to shift, so does the reality around you."Read more

--Nargiz Baghirzade (screenwriter)

Meditation sessions are truly unique, using imaginative visualizations that teach you to utilize your breath and body.

“

“Tapasya is not exercise, and therefore I initially felt difficulty adjusting to it. It is an invitation to go slow and requires committing an hour just for your body and mind's healing. It doesn't leave you tired but exhilarated, with renewed energy levels and a deeper understanding of your body's needs. Coupled with the meditation sessions, it is new-age therapy and alignment into the much-needed happiness factor. Meditation sessions are truly unique, using imaginative visualizations that teach you to utilize your breath and body to navigate your spine and the key energy centers that control bodily functions. I was overawed by its precision, scientific temper, and the experience of a new peaceful world I could visit and return to at will. You feel grounded, aligned, and empowered to face the unstable outer world."Read more

--Anuradha Nalapat (Artist, Curator)

After a year with Dr. Bharat Thakur, I feel calmer, more flexible, and deeply connected. Each session nurtures both body and mind.

“

“After a year of learning Yoga and Meditation from Dr Bharat Thakur, I am happy to share that I carry a cloak of calmness around me, most of the time. I find each yoga session 1. Carefully curated , to suit the demographics and individual levels of fitness of the class 2. Information about each posture or mudra or breathing pattern is given, which is motivating. 3. Adequate rest is given after an Asana. 4. Alternate options are given to enable those who have health issues, to still attempt the equivalent of that asana. 5. Reinforced teachings of humility, self awareness self love, kindness and compassion is given in each session. These sessions have made me more agile, flexible, energetic , calm and humble. I am infused with an endearing feeling of Oneness with the Universe. Yes, I have lost weight at the right places too !"Read more

--G. Jayashree (Teacher)

Since 2000, Bharat Thakur’s yoga and meditations have deeply transformed me, guiding my growth through his wisdom, love, and grace.

“

“I attended Bharat's Tapasya workshop in June 2000. Life journey under his guidance has been intense in many aspects. Attending Artistic yoga from 2000 has opened up several windows. Every Sunday meditation class is a real boon for self transformation. It has deepened my fascination for Naada. Some statements of Bharat in meditation classes are Mahavakhyas, like 'Consciousness is not in you. you are consciousness', 'Ego is not a noun. Ego is a verb'. Bharat's unconditional love and grace nurtures me all the time to become a better human being."Read more

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Reviews from our clients

Nargiz Baghirzade (screenwriter)

Anuradha Nalapat (Artist, Curator)

G. Jayashree (Teacher)

Rathna (M.Tech. from IIT, Madras and a veena player)

Durga Prasad

Khushboo Singh

Anita Dutta

Madhusoodhana Chari (Tech Researcher)

Nirja Chawla

Dr Seema Sharma (Consultant Obstetrician and gynecologist)

Maya Sabzaliyeva (Entrepreneur)

Mitul Uttam (Furniture Designer)

It felt like stepping into a new dimension—one I had always sensed existed, but only with Bharat was I able to truly enter it.

“

--Nargiz Baghirzade (screenwriter)

Meditation sessions are truly unique, using imaginative visualizations that teach you to utilize your breath and body.

“

--Anuradha Nalapat (Artist, Curator)

After a year with Dr. Bharat Thakur, I feel calmer, more flexible, and deeply connected. Each session nurtures both body and mind.

“

--G. Jayashree (Teacher)

Since 2000, Bharat Thakur’s yoga and meditations have deeply transformed me, guiding my growth through his wisdom, love, and grace.

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--Rathna, M.Tech. from IIT, Madras and a veena player.

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Nargiz Baghirzade
(screenwriter)

Anuradha Nalapat
(Artist, Curator)

G. Jayashree
(Teacher)

Rathna
(M.Tech. from IIT, Madras and a veena player)

Madhusoodhana Chari
(Tech Researcher)

Dr Seema Sharma
(Consultant Obstetrician and gynecologist)

Maya Sabzaliyeva
(Entrepreneur)

Mitul Uttam
(Furniture Designer)