Jai Maharaj is a British born teacher of Indian descent, born and raised in London however descending from a long line of Mishra Brahmins on his father's side
During his trip to India in 2001, he was initiated into Rāmānandi Sampradāya by Shri 108 Manas Mahārathi Tyāgīji Maharaj of the Mahānirvani Akharā
Throughout this most auspicious time in the midst of Mahă Kumbh Mela, at the confluence of the two holy rivers Ganges and Yamuna, he observed the ways of Vairāgya
Following 12 years of Sādhanā he received a vision of the Guru in his dream who gave instructions to follow the secret path of Tantra Upāsanā and accordingly accepted initiation into the Pāśhupat system
He began asana practice in 2012 and continued his studies at the Krishna Pattabhi Jois Ashtanga Institute under the guidance of Sharath Jois
Completing his teacher training at Yoga Point India, he then acquired a Diploma in accordance with the Satyananda Tradition
Remaining true to the traditions of Vinyasa, he has devised a set of flowing yoga sequences to suit the needs of different students of all ages and abilities
Jai is currently teaching advanced techniques of Upāsaka Meditation in traditional Tantra practice
Jai Maharaj initiated by Shri 108 Manas Maharathi Tyagi Maharaj at Maha Kumbh Mela 2001 (Prayag)
