Letters From Our Students

Namaste Sharers,

Thank you so much for sharing this path of life and inspiring with your devotion and love. It has absolutely transformed me and I will forever be grateful. I knew I wanted to do something with yoga but I was lost. In August I was in Bali doing a yoga class, first time hearing about Ganesha which was the theme of the class, it left me sitting with many emotions and I felt so out of place & it was a turning moment. I didn't know exactly what Ganesha meant and stood for so after I did some research I knew it was a sign for me, to go to India, land of yoga & Rishikesh, city of yoga. To learn more and find better tools for a happy life.

Many hugs, forever grateful / Filippa

To Mimamsa Yogshala, thank you.

Thank you to all the teachers: Manoj, Rohit, Pradeep, Vikal, Tilak, Nitesh, Swami-ji. Thank you for sharing your wisdom, stories, early mornings and smiles with us. It was only two of us but you taught us with so much dedication. Thank you to chef ji for the delicious food and the rest of the team for taking care of us.

To me, this experience was about finding balance. Between discipline and self love, mind and body, sun and moon energy, spirituality and enjoying the beauty of life.

I know I will look back and miss my time in Rishikesh and Mimamsa. I will always carry this beautiful experience in my heart.

With love, Bea

Dear Mimamsa family,

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your guidance, wisdom, and support through this life changing journey. Your teachings have inspired us beyond the mat and we are eternally grateful.

As a small token of appreciation, here's some rupees from us towards a new hoover, future students and returnees can enjoy.

We will miss you very much and always cherish our time here.

Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu

HARE KRISHNA.

— And, signed around the page —

"Hare Krishna! :)"

"You have helped change my life for the better x" — Aimée B.

"Beyond grateful, thank you." — Sasa

"Thanks for this unforgettable and beautiful time!" — Katrin

"Robson x" · "Gabbie x" · "Ni" · "Ryan x" · "Jenny x" · "Maciy x" · "Kedem ♥"

"Sharda ji — I AM forever grateful for all of you being a part of my rebirth." — Kritanandam

"Forever grateful, I will never forget this precious experience." — love Heidi x

"Especially thank you, Manoj and Rohit ♥"

Dear Manoj, Rohit, Rupees, Sanjeev, and all of the wonderful chefs and teachers,

THANK YOU! You have made my time at Mimamsa truly special. It is amazing how much energy, effort and generosity you bring every day, despite how many students attend Mimamsa every month!

The food, the energy, the green building & the kindness is unforgettable and magical. It will stay in my heart forever. I wish you all happiness and peace and hopefully I can visit sometime in the future.

Molly ♡ x

BYE MANOJ AND RAMITA !!!

THANKS FOR EVERYTHING.

YOU ARE POWERFULL. YOU ARE WELCOME IN ROME, ITALY. HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN. LET'S KEEP IN TOUCH. ♥

(FOR MANOJ: YOUR STORY IS POWERFULL ♥ THANKS.)

LOVE YOU AND KRISHNA :)

CATERINA

Dear Manoj ji,

Thank you for creating this sacred space for Yoga Practitioners. A balance of opposites is needed all over the world. Thank you for your efforts to see through past traditions and customs that discourage equality. It is easy to ignore the need for balance when there are benefits to one side. If you want to travel fast, travel alone. If you want to travel far, travel together. We are Eternal Beings on a journey for eternity. Traveling together as balanced Beings is the one true way. Thank you for the authenticity and humility in your practice.

"Effort towards Realization is like the attempt to stamp with one's foot on the shadow cast by one's head. Effort will always make it recede." — Tripura Rahasya

With Gratitude, Rachel

Kenneth is an international student — he wrote his whole thank-you note in Hindi.

Jeetendra, Sujit, Sanjith!

मेरे दोस्तों! इस खूबसूरत योग स्कूल में मेरे प्रवास के दौरान मेरी देखभाल करने के लिए आपका बहुत-बहुत धन्यवाद। आप सभी से लाजवाब खाना और आप सभी ने मुझे और अन्य छात्रों को जो सेवा प्रदान की है उसकी गुणवत्ता के लिए धन्यवाद! आपने इस स्कूल को घर से दूर घर जैसा महसूस कराया। शब्दों में मैं अपना आभार व्यक्त नहीं कर सकता। हरे कृष्णा!

Your Friend, Kenneth

May 1st Class 2026

Dear Mimamsa,

Thank you for sharing your time, knowledge, energy, + devotion to the practice of yoga. I came to this school at a time of uncertainty in my own life. From the moment the idea came to come to Rishikesh to study yoga, that uncertainty turned into a drive to get here — in tail, a new purpose for that moment.

Mimamsa stood out among the many yoga schools due to its authenticity + the smiles / positive reviews from the people walking out the door.

I am now one of those students full of smiles + gratitude walking out the door. ♥

I am moving onto this next chapter with a vision of who I want to become + faith in the universe catching me along the way. I know the journey is long, but the beauty in the current moment is abundant.

I never could have imagined 28 days flying by so fast — but that's what happens when every moment is filled with purpose.

Thank you for the constant reminder to be patient + kind to yourself. It took such a mental effort, but it reminded me the love needed in the most humbling of moments.

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Rohit Ji,

You are the perfect representation for the word 'Discipline'. I was always a messy, disobedient (sometimes) & careless person — But looking at you, being there in the classes have taught me a lot.

I mean, life is much more than just being irrational. Thank you for making me understand the true value of Conscious & Structural living.

The last hour we spent was truly amazing — All the life stories, Your Mimamsa experiences, & on top the Genuinety made it super special.

It was my pleasure to be there for 28 days and incorporating the true ethics and morals of Yog.

Honestly, my life was mess — I came here just to take a few dropins & start my New Year with a bit of positivity. But as said, Divine's plans are way ahead than us. One thing lead to another and here I am holding 2 CERTIFICATES in my hand & so beautiful & joyful memory in my Heart.

Thank you for creating a Space like Mimamsa where not only the Natives but people from overseas…

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Lokāḥ Samastāḥ Sukhino Bhavantu

Om Namah Śivāya

Dear Mimamsa family, may our home be protected, our hearts be steady, our actions be wise and our path be clear!

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for open your family to me! For being family! Thank you for sharing your wisdom and passion for yoga in all it's dimensions! Hare Krishna.

With admiration and much love ♥ Florencia

Dearest Manoj, staff & Mimamsa team & family,

From the bottom of my heart thank you for everything over the last month. From the moment I arrived I felt welcomed into the Mimamsa team & family. I've learnt more than I could have hoped for, in terms of theory and practical. I've thoroughly enjoyed my time in this magical place and it will forever be in my heart, my time here at Mimamsa Yoga School. Please extend my gratitude to all the wonderful teachers, the cooks, the cleaners, the helpers, all of you have gone above and beyond to provide such a wonderful experience for everyone.

As an older student with physical challenges, yoga has really shown me how much I've been holding in my body but mostly that now, with yoga, I can let it all go.

India has reconnected me with my heritage and my ancestors and has helped me understand my own father (from India) so much more.

Rishikesh, India & Mimamsa are like the missing piece of the puzzle that I'm incredibly grateful to find.

So thank you for everything.

With love & gratitude, Lovetta xx

Hari Om, Manoj guru-ji :)

Hope this letter finds you well.

I wanted to express my deepest gratitude for the gifts you shared with me, not only your birthday gift but mostly your teaching which I truly enjoyed and your advices outside of class.

Thank you for listening to me, I will do my best to apply your advices and if I can share everything I learned from you.

I wish you the best, may your journey be filled with happiness and true bliss.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you visit Europe / France, my home is open for you. I hope we meet again.

Namaste!

ॐ शांति शांति शांति

Rebecca

Dear Teacher Manoj,

Thanks for all your great teaching during August! May you live a better life and become the person you aimed to be!

Best wishes to you and all your families!

Thank you again!

Tasha ♡ ॐ — Sept 7th. Hari om, Tat Sat.

Dear Manoj,

We know that we were not you best students, but we hope you will remember us a little bit.

We will for sure bring you in our hearts.

Here for you a small present for your fantastic hair.

With love, Federico & Lucia ♡

Dear Mimamsa Family,

I have no words enough to express how gratefull I am right now, to every single one of you, every detail, effort to keep sharing the most value things — to open your country, share your culture, to touch the base and show us how precious yoga is. And I'm not talking about asanas, but also the behaivour.

For a long time India was a very far dream for me, and I feel so blessed with this opportunity to be here and even more to have choosed the greatiest school to learn from.

Yoga has changed my life in many different ways and now I feel that is time to share with whoever cross my path what I've been learning from you guys. And this is just the begging…

Thank you so much for every single one of you here, that making this happens and keeping transformating lives.

May all the blessings be always around and inside of everyones heart's!

Namaste, in wellness and love, Milena ♡

One sheet, filled edge to edge by a whole batch. A selection of what is written on it:

"Guru Manoj, big thank you for everything you did with us for this month. I really enjoyed and respect your Ashtanga class, very inspiring. I will remember this journey for the rest of my life and you as my first Ashtanga teacher. Much respect for you and good luck to you and your family!" — Manu

"Listen to your heart. You will be a wonderful father & teacher. Look after yourself. Thank you for this wonderful school & sweet memories & sweet pain. Lots of love." — Laura xx

"Manoj, thank you so much for your positive energy! I will always remember as a positive and inspiring energy! I remember when you said 'Life is Beautiful' — it will stay in my mind." — Danyevan

"Hey! You are my second Ashtanga yoga teacher, and it was for me a very, very good experience. THANK YOU! And see you soon in France (cross fingers)." — Alice

"Guru Ji! So inspiring. Thank you so much for your teaching and your smile. It takes a huge heart to be able to help so many people find their own. Namaste ji, Hare Krishna!"

"Manoj! Thank you so much! You are someone special in the story of so many people and in mine too! You are bringing so many good things and light in this world. You changed the life of many people just by your energy!" — Presillia

"Namasté Manoj ji! Thank you for your boundless energy, infectious smile, warmth and wisdom! You are running an incredible operation here, changing lives and encouraging more goodness for the world! Keep it up, but also remember to take care of yourself!" — Shakera xx

"Manoj, you are a light in this place, an inspiration. Thanks to guide me in this path. All the best for the future!! Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu. Namaste ji."

"Hello Teacher! Thank you for bringing your great energy and sharing all your knowledge." — Suzon

"Manoj! I will never forget your Gayatri and the way you chant your mantra. Take care of yourself, your body & your family." — Danielle

"Manoj, thank you for being a great Ashtanga teacher and yoga inspiration!" — Savannah

"Hey boss! Thanks a lot Manoj for what you do, how you do it… you're amazing and inspiring energy — this experience was magic and unforgettable! All the best for you. You're family, you're dream. Dhanyavaad bhai!!!" — Jay

"As I said before, you have given so much more then expected. It's been amazing being in your presence. May we meet again." — Nikita

The same batch, on a second sheet, for the man who met them at the door. A selection:

"Rohit Ji! Thank you so much for helping us since the beginning of the course. You were always very attentive and making sure we were always safe and comfortable. Big hug to you and wish you the best in the future!" — Manu

"Rohit! Thank you for your calm presence, kind gestures and lovely smile. You are at the start of your journey and I wish you well in the future." — Fiona

"Rohit! You were the first contact in India. THANK YOU! And see you in French!" — Alice

"Rohit, you have so many great things ahead of you. Your discipline is inspiring. Thank you for being you!" — Nikita

"Thank you for being our No.1 man! Lots of love." — Laura xx

"Rohit, you're the most kind person on this area! So smart and shiny! You gonna achieve a lot of great things for people! Namaste Rohit!" — Suzon

"Dear Rohit, thank you for taking care of us and for giving us advice for our stay, and for telling us some stories about your life and about you!" — Johanna

"Rohit — 'I am only 22!!' Thank you for sharing this moment with us, always here to bring answer. I wish you the best, being the greatest teacher of Rishikesh. Big hug." — Danielle

"Rohit! You are such a wonderful human! Thanks so much for all you have done for us all over this time! You've kept us safe and made things fun and supported us through our whole journey, and always with a beautiful smile! Appreciate you!" — Shakera xx

"Thanks bhai! For your kindness, your smile, your time… All the best my friend!!!" — Jay

"Rohit, thank you for everything. You have been a safe space to trust. Thanks for sharing your knowledge & wisdom & your patience & kindness with us. Good luck on your path, you are going to come as far as you want in this life. You are amazing." — Iluga

"Rohit! Thank you for your peaceful and happy presence. You are a beautiful soul already and I wish you the best for what is coming." — Presillia

"Rohit, thank you for a great month! Keep smiling :)" — Savannah