Healthy gurukul
Be the Change from within!!
Welcome to Healthy Gurukul, a one of a kind Yoga & Chess Studio located in Katy, Texas.
We combine authentic ancient Yoga & Chess with more modern methodologies to promote marked improvements in your physical and mental wellbeing. Explore our site to learn more about us, our services, our team, and so much more. Join us at Healthy Gurukul today and experience the positive changes that a bit of mindfulness can make.
About Us
We started to inculcate traditional and healthy way of living (Inside out) for our neighborhood communities through Yoga, Meditation & Chess for kids and adults. Both virtual & in-person classes are available. We teach ancient way of Yoga, Mudras/ Postures and its benefits, eye exercise, breathing & relaxation techniques which includes Theory & Practice. Helps one to understand "why we do what we do". Healthy Gurukul also supports various charitable causes globally.
"Our mission is to help as many people as possible to live a healthy life with a sound mind through Yoga, Meditation & Chess". Join to make a difference in life.
Yoga & Meditation:
The history of Yoga dates back to several centuries (atleast 15,000 years old) in India. This ancient knowledge was cascaded to next generations from time to time without much of prints & modern day technologies. Our ancestors (Siddhas & Rishis) clearly understood the benefits of Yoga & its Practice and passed on the knowledge through Gurukul way of teaching to their students.
Learn the art of Yogic Science & Breathing techniques in a unique way in a dedicated space with the committed team to make a difference.
Yoga is not just an exercise but it has various dimensions based on how one approaches!!
We teach Yoga and meditation from Beginners to Advanced levels. Certifications & Medals on completion of each levels.
Yoga & Meditation Benefits:
Eliminating deep rooted stresses and strains.
Deep relaxation & Relieves anxiety
Helps keep the backbone young and flexible.
Heals health related issues
Strengthens immune system & internal organs
Keeps one calm & composed
Improves quality of life & perception.
Chess:
The history of chess can be traced back nearly 1500 years. Precursors to chess originated in India. Its early form in the 7th century CE was known as Chaturangam (Squares) which translates to "four divisions of the military" viz. Infantry, Cavalry, Elephantry and Chariotry. These forms are represented by the pieces that would evolve into the modern day Pawn, Bishop, Rook and Knight respectively.
Kids learn USCF rules, principles of chess game, puzzles, strategies and tactics.
We prepare kids for competitive tournaments and also conduct inhouse tournaments with trophies.
Chess Benefits:
Exercises both sides of the brain
Increases self-awareness.
Improves memory.
Increases IQ
Deepens focus.
Develops perspective.
Elevates strategic thinking
Prevents Alzheimer's disease
Protects against dementia.
Builds confidence and helps with rehabilitation and therapy
Kids practicing Yoga & Chess together benefits greatly in terms of self-discipline & focused attention span besides it helps to keep them away from modern day addictions & distractions.
About me
Ancient yoga practitioner and a passionate instructor for over 30+ years in Yoga and 15+ years in Chess.
A certified martial arts Black Belt.
MD (Alt. Med.)
"The highest achievement in one's life is to know who you are truly". The only way out is in.
Dr. Jag
