Radhika Vachani’s Yogacara
Why: Intensive yoga classes in small groups of 10 for an incredible workout that will leave you feeling taut, lithe and fit.
Rewa House Bungalow, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai. Tel: +91 98331 98371. Yogacara.in
Ajit Tapaswi and Maud Chuffart’s The Yoga House
Why: All the instructors are certified in Iyengar and Ashtanga. It doesn’t matter if you’re a newbie or can hold a headstand for 10 minutes — The Yoga House has space for everyone. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Shirley Rajan Road, Next to the Bagel Shop, Bandra (W), Mumbai. Tel: 022 6554 5001. Yogahouse.in
Seema Sondhi’s The Yoga Studio
Why: Popular for yoginis with varying degrees of experience, The Yoga Studio has morning and evening classes. They also have a pretty intensive yoga teacher training certification.
D-43, Hauz Khas, New Delhi. Tel: +91 98111 31368. Theyogastudio.info
Mini Thapar Shastri’s Omyogashala
Why: Practising yoga for almost three decades now, Mini Thapar incorporates elements of dance, meditation and vinyasa style movements into her practice, to create a holistic programme. She has classes dedicated to cranio sacral healing and lymphatic drainage.
D 5/9 Vasant Vihar, New Delhi. Email info@theyogashala.in. Theyogashala.in
Photograph: Neville Sukhia