Yoga is not a philosophy; it is a reality you can experience and explore.
Yoga is not a philosophy; it is a reality you can experience and explore.
Kamlesh Prajapati is a yoga instructor and director of S. K. Yoga Center.
Kamlesh was born in a village, completed his education there itself, and came to Jodhpur in order to cure his leg. His search for treatment introduced him to yoga, and later he became a yoga teacher. He is also a lecturer at a university.
Recalling his childhood, Kamlesh says he spent his childhood in a village and never thought that he would become a yoga teacher. He used to work as a farmer and always wanted to do a job to make a living. Later, he came into this field and earned a diploma in yoga after his graduation. He also pursued his master's in yoga.
Sharing his journey, Kamlesh says when he was in college, he used to see other students playing sports, but he couldn’t do the same. Later, his guru advised him to do yoga, and he joined yoga classes. Later, he started participating in yoga competitions. After some time, he started to provide yoga classes to others.
Sharing his achievements, Kamlesh says he was once ranked 6th in a national yoga competition.
Talking about his mistakes, Kamlesh says he never made such a big mistake. However, he wanted to become a lecturer in Sanskrit but came into the field of yoga.
When asked about his role models, Kamlesh says he takes inspiration from his gurus, Sumitra Dadich and Dr. Babulal Daima, as they helped him develop his career in the field of yoga. Furthermore, he is also inspired by his yoga teacher at Central Academy, who taught him yoga and life lessons.
Kamlesh’s life mantra is "You should utilize time completely and keep practicing."
Kamlesh says that there are many health conditions that can only be cured by yoga. Furthermore, he says that yoga is not only for physical fitness; it also helps with the overall health of a person.
Advising young people, Kamlesh says that the field of yoga provides various opportunities, as you can pursue your education in yoga, become a lecturer, or train others. It will also keep you fit physically as well as mentally.