A Vision Rooted in
Tradition. A Heart
Committed to Healing.
Every yoga journey begins with a single step. For Yogini Manisha, that step evolved into a lifelong commitment to sharing the authentic wisdom of yoga. More than sixteen years ago, yoga became much more than a physical practice in her life. It became a path of self-discovery, inner healing, discipline, and conscious living. Inspired by its transformative power, she dedicated herself to teaching yoga in a way that honours its traditional roots while making it accessible to modern practitioners. After successfully leading Oceanic Yoga for over sixteen years, Yogini Manisha founded Diksha Yoga School in 2020 with a simple yet powerful vision—to create a welcoming space where students from around the world could experience authentic Yoga Teacher Training while embracing yoga as a complete way of life. Today, Diksha Yoga School is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School offering internationally recognised Yoga Teacher Training programs in Goa and Sri Lanka. Students from more than 60 countries have joined the school to deepen their practice, build confidence, and begin meaningful careers as yoga teachers while experiencing the true essence of yogic living. Rather than focusing only on certification, Yogini Manisha believes Yoga Teacher Training should inspire personal transformation, self-awareness, and the confidence to share yoga with integrity and compassion.
Yogini Manisha, E-RYT® 500
Honouring Tradition | Inspiring Transformation | Empowering Every Journey
Sharing the Authentic Wisdom of Yoga
More than sixteen years of teaching experience dedicated to preserving traditional yoga while inspiring modern practitioners around the world.
16+
Years Teaching Yoga Worldwide
A Journey That Became a Lifelong Mission
Every yoga journey begins with a single step. For Yogini Manisha, that first step evolved into a lifelong commitment to sharing the authentic wisdom of yoga with students from around the world.
More than sixteen years ago, yoga became far more than a physical practice—it became a path of inner transformation, conscious living, discipline, and self-discovery. Inspired by these teachings, she devoted herself to preserving the traditional roots of yoga while making its timeless wisdom accessible to modern practitioners.
After successfully leading Oceanic Yoga for many years, Yogini Manisha founded Diksha Yoga School in 2020 with a clear vision: to create a welcoming international space where students could experience authentic Yoga Teacher Training while embracing yoga as a complete way of life.
Building More Than Yoga Teachers
Every training is designed to nurture confident teachers, mindful individuals, and compassionate leaders who embody yoga beyond the mat.
Authenticity
Preserving the traditional wisdom of yoga while making it accessible, practical, and relevant for modern practitioners across the world.
Transformation
Creating life-changing experiences that cultivate confidence, awareness, compassion, and a lifelong connection with authentic yogic living.
Community
Welcoming students from diverse cultures into an international family united through yoga, learning, and meaningful human connection.
A Journey of Experience, Dedication & Service
Long before founding Diksha Yoga School, Yogini Manisha spent years building a respected international teaching career through Oceanic Yoga, welcoming students from every corner of the world.
She guided daily yoga classes, intensive Yoga Teacher Training programs, retreats, workshops, and mentorship experiences that helped aspiring teachers grow with confidence and authenticity.
Working with students from different cultures shaped the compassionate teaching philosophy that defines Diksha Yoga School today—combining traditional yogic wisdom with practical teaching skills and personal transformation.
20K+
Students Guided
60+
Countries
16+
Years Teaching
E-RYT
Yoga Alliance School
A Teaching Philosophy Beyond Asanas
Yoga is far more than physical movement. Every class is designed to cultivate confidence, awareness, mindfulness, and lifelong personal growth.
Mindful Practice
Students learn to understand the purpose behind every posture, breath, and transition rather than simply memorising sequences.
Self Awareness
Meditation and pranayama become daily practices that encourage inner balance, emotional wellbeing, and conscious living.
Knowledge
Graduates understand anatomy, alignment, sequencing, philosophy, and safe teaching principles to support every student.
Authentic Teaching
Confidence grows naturally through practical teaching experience, compassionate mentorship, and meaningful personal guidance.
Traditional Yoga for the Modern World
Every Yoga Teacher Training preserves the depth of traditional yogic wisdom while preparing graduates to teach confidently in studios, retreats, wellness centres, and private settings around the world.
Students build a strong personal practice alongside practical teaching experience, professional communication skills, intelligent sequencing, and compassionate leadership.
Years
Legacy
A Legacy Built Through Oceanic Yoga
The story of Diksha Yoga School began long before its official launch.
For more than sixteen years, Yogini Manisha led Oceanic Yoga, helping establish it as one of Goa's respected destinations for authentic Yoga Teacher Training and transformational yoga education.
Thousands of students from around the world experienced Yoga Teacher Training, retreats, workshops, and immersive yogic living under her compassionate guidance.
Rather than beginning from scratch, Diksha Yoga School was built upon years of practical experience, traditional wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to authentic yoga education.
A Legacy of Trust
Trust is earned through years of authentic teaching, meaningful relationships, and genuine care for every student's personal journey.
🌍 60+ Countries
Students from across the globe have become part of the Diksha Yoga family.
🎓 20,000+ Students
Thousands of graduates continue sharing yoga throughout the world.
❤️ Lifelong Connections
Returning students, international alumni, and lasting friendships define our community.
A Legacy of Teaching, Transformation & Community
Every photograph represents a moment of growth, connection, and authentic yoga education.
2011
The Beginning
The professional journey began through Oceanic Yoga, welcoming students from around the world.
2012
First TTC Graduation
The first graduating students marked the beginning of an international yoga community.
2014–2016
Sharing Knowledge
Years devoted to anatomy, alignment, philosophy, and hands-on teacher development.
2018–2019
Growing Together
Thousands of students joined retreats, workshops, and Yoga Teacher Training programs.
Today
The Journey Continues
20,000+ students, 60+ countries, and a growing international yoga family.
"Every student already carries the wisdom they seek within themselves. My role is simply to create a space where that wisdom can awaken."
— Yogini Manisha
By The Numbers
More than numbers, these milestones represent years of dedication, authentic teaching, and a global community united through yoga.
Helping students discover confidence, purpose, and authentic yoga.
Train With Us Around the World
Goa
Beachside Yoga Teacher Training surrounded by nature, community, and authentic yogic living.
Sri Lanka
Oceanfront yoga education in a peaceful tropical environment.
Thailand
Luxury wellness destination blending traditional yoga with island serenity.
Begin Your Journey with Diksha Yoga School
Yoga has the power to change far more than the body—it can transform the way we think, live, and connect with ourselves and the world around us. At Diksha Yoga School, every training is designed to support that transformation. Whether students arrive to deepen their personal practice or prepare for a professional teaching career, they are encouraged to develop confidence, cultivate awareness, and embrace yoga as a lifelong journey rather than simply a certification. Supported by Yogini Manisha and an experienced team of dedicated teachers, students gain practical teaching skills while discovering greater balance, clarity, and purpose in their own lives. As Yogini Manisha often says: "Every student already carries the wisdom they seek within themselves. My role is simply to create a space where that wisdom can awaken. When students leave with greater confidence, compassion, and a deeper understanding of themselves, I know yoga has done its work.
Reserve Your SeatWhy Students Love Diksha Yoga School
Real Stories • Real Transformations • Real Experiences
Hear directly from our students around the world and discover why Diksha Yoga School is one of the highest-rated Yoga Teacher Training schools.
Why Students Around the World Choose Us
I’ve completed my 200 YTT With Yoga Manisha , Yogi Abhay, Vinod and can truly recommend it. Altough it was „only“ one month it will influence my path a lot. I have learnt so much, not only asanas but more important, about what yoga means and how it will positively impact my life. You can really tell that the Diksha Yoga crew loves what they do and the teachers are amazing...
"My 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training at Diksha Yoga School was a life-changing experience. The teachers were incredibly supportive, especially Yogini Manisha, who guided us with deep knowledge and compassion. I gained confidence in teaching yoga, improved my personal practice, and built a strong foundation in anatomy, philosophy, and alignment. The peaceful environment and structured learning made this journey truly unforgettable.”
"My 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training at Diksha Yoga School was truly transformative. The guidance from Yogini Manisha, the supportive community, and the beautiful setting of Health Oasis Resort at Koh Samui Thailand helped me deepen my practice and gain confidence as a yoga teacher. I highly recommend this training to anyone looking to advance their yoga journey." – Jasmine, Australia.
My teacher training with Diksha Yoga was one of the best things In My Life. Amazing course, Amazing Experience in an amazing place. It was such a valuable journey in My Life. I went on and I have made a yoga family for life! I left, not wanting to leave, but feeling so amazing in myself and excited to teach and share the new skills I had gained from the course. If you have Yogini Manisha teaching on your course, you Are very lucky as she is the best.
Namaste Diksha Yoga Team, I miss all of you very much! I can't thank you enough for showing me my way to self realisation and leading me to the beautiful path of Yoga. I appreciate for all your time, effort and patience. I will carry all of you in my heart forever! I had the most amazing and most special time of my life with you guys! Big kiss and a special one for my sweetheart Yogini MANISHA "❤️ LOVE YOU All Yogini Manisha, Yogi Abhay, Vinod Vitkar! NAMASTE! "
Hi,I am Tanya, Me and my Friend We both Visited Diksha Yoga School For our yoga and Meditation lesson and We Had a Great Yoga class with Yoga Manisha today, And We Loved Meditation Too!She is an Amazing Yoga Teacher, thank you Manisha for sharing your talent and Beautiful Energy with us! Thank You Yoga Manisha For a Beautiful Experience.
My Name is Francesca, I Visited Diksha Yoga School For 200Hrs Yoga Teacher Training Course ,I Had a very nice Experience with it, I’ve loved every single moment! The location is amazing , teachers are amazing, real “yoga” people ! Positive vibes and high energy vibration will surround you.... 😊❤️
I am delighted to have followed the yoga teacher training to Diksha yoga. A team of yogi and Yoginis are very professional, caring, hand on the heart and especially passionate...all this in a relaxed and happy atmosphere. The setting was very nice.Very good meal and nice staff. Beautiful meeting in the training. Thank you for this beautiful experience of life and transformation. Namaste.