The People Behind WYA
Meet the inspiring leaders and teachers who uphold the authentic spirit of yoga and wellness, empowering communities worldwide.
Our Team | Directors | Our Committee | Brand Ambassadors | Become a Team
Our Board of Directors
The World Yoga Alliance (WYA) is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors composed of international leaders, senior yoga educators, and professionals committed to advancing global yoga standards. With decades of combined experience across yoga philosophy, education, wellness, community development, and nonprofit governance, our board ensures that WYA remains a trusted authority for yoga schools, teachers, and organizations worldwide.
Our leadership team represents diverse regions — including India, Thailand, Cyprus, Lebanon, and Germany — reflecting our commitment to inclusivity and global collaboration. Each board member contributes unique expertise in curriculum development, accreditation systems, organizational strategy, and the ethical growth of the yoga profession.
Together, they oversee WYA’s mission to protect the authenticity of yoga, support professional development, strengthen international standards, and guide the evolution of global yoga education for future generations.
Our Directors
ViDaan Singh
INDIA
Anna Devi
INDIA
Sajjan Kaur
INDIA
Saruda Singh
THAILAND
Dr. Satyapati
INDIA
Dr. Ishwar Bharwaj
INDIA
Narender Sherawat
INDIA
Dimitris Papapetrou
CYPRUS
Rabih El Mdawar
LEBANON
Sirichon Buerger
GERMANY
Weerayut Teja
THAILAND
Dr. Chirayukul Longsiri
THAILAND
Our Committee
At World Yoga Alliance, our committees are formed by dedicated experts, teachers, and leaders who guide the organization’s vision and uphold its international standards. Together, they ensure that every aspect of our work—education, certification, and community engagement—reflects integrity, authenticity, and excellence.
FonFlow Yoga
Iamp YoQa
Chaicharoenmaitre
Spirit Yoga Studio
Our brand ambassadors
Our brand ambassadors represent the spirit of World Yoga Alliance across the globe. They are passionate teachers, leaders, and changemakers who embody authenticity, unity, and service. Through their dedication, they help spread yoga and wellness education while strengthening WYA’s mission in their local communities.
