Quick Info
| Profession | Yoga Guru, Kathak Dancer, Author, Ex-Diplomat |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 01/12/1983 |
| Age | 42 years |
| Birthplace | Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh |
Latest News about Acharya Pratishtha
15/06/2025
Acharya Pratishtha was featured in a Healthshots Hindi article detailing her journey of struggle and success in the world of yoga. The article highlighted her philosophy that one's behavior is influenced by their surroundings, recommending daily sun exposure, open-air time, and mindful breathing for mental well-being.
20/04/2025
Acharya Pratishtha participated in the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2024 celebrations as the Director of Mokshayatan Yog Sansthan, leading a major yoga session in Saharanpur. She shared insights on the connection between breath control and longevity, emphasizing the 'science of breath' for a longer life during the event.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Acharyaa Pratishtha Sharma |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| BA Honours | English, Yoga & Kathak at Delhi University (2001-2003) |
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| MA | Indira Kala Sangit Vishwavidyalaya, Khairagarh, Chhattisgarh |
| Diploma | Kathak from Kathak Kendra, New Delhi |
| Visharad | Bhatkhande Music Institute, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, Prabhakar from Prayag Sangit Samiti, Allahabad |
Personal Life
| School | Convent school |
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| College/University | Delhi University, Indira Kala Sangit Vishwavidyalaya, Khairagarh, Chhattisgarh, Kathak Kendra, New Delhi, Bhatkhande Music Institute, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, Prabhakar from Prayag Sangit Samiti, Allahabad |
Relationships & More
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Career
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| Books | 5 books on Yoga |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/acharyapratishthaji/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/acharyapratishthaji | |
| https://twitter.com/Apratishtha | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@acharyapratishthaji |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. She embarked on her Kathak journey at the age of 3. | |
| 2. Established the Mokshayatan Dance Foundation in 2001. | |
| 3. Serves as the founding principal of 'Bharat College of Performing Arts' in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh. | |
| 4. Received training in Kathak from Guru Rajendra Gangani, Guru Jaikishan Maharaj, and other prominent gurus. | |
| 5. Has authored books on Kathak and Yoga. | |
| 6. Harbors a profound devotion for Lord Krishna. | |
| 7. Performed Yoga postures for the 'Incredible India' ad film by the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India. | |
| 8. Has given over 6000 hours of lectures and is a motivational speaker at various colleges and universities. | |
| 9. Organised various Yoga camps and events for the police force, students, and corporates in India and countries such as Japan, South Africa, Mauritius, and China. | |
| 10. Appointed as the Yoga consultant at Amatrra Health Spa, Ashoka Hotel, and Mokshayatan International. | |
| 11. Produced more than 30 CDs and DVDs on yoga. | |
| 12. Creator of 30 classical dance productions on social issues. | |
| 13. Empanelled artist of ICCR (Indian Council for Cultural Relations) as well as Doordarshan. |