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Laura d’Amont – Torino, Italy
Laura met Adhiyogi in 2014, by what she calls a “happy accident.” Browsing a yoga website, she stumbled upon an advertisement for his teacher training course. At the time, she had been practicing yoga for four years and was ready to learn how to teach, but she had no clear idea of what such a course would truly be like.
From the first hours of her first training, she realized her luck. She had found not just an instructor, but a true master — one with a deep, authentic knowledge of yoga, an Aerospace Engineer’s sharp logic, and a warm, open heart. His teaching was clear, precise, and brilliantly structured. He gave his students all the tools they needed to become good teachers but encouraged them to adapt those tools to their own joy and style.
In his classes, there was no hierarchy, no rigid instructions from above. Everyone felt welcome, unjudged, free to learn at their own pace. For Laura, it was more than training; it was a deeply human experience. She left her first course as the top student in her batch, her skill, discipline, and dedication earning Adhiyogi’s quiet respect.
That respect deepened the following year when she traveled to Milan for another training with him. Once again, she stood out as the best student, not just for her ability, but for her sincerity. Laura personally requested that the Milan course include a special section on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali — and when Adhiyogi agreed, she volunteered to translate his full 20-hour lecture into Italian for the audience. Her work bridged the depth of his Sanskrit-based teachings with the warmth of her native language, making them accessible without losing their essence.
The Milan training had its lighthearted moments too — including one unforgettable afternoon when Adhiyogi’s enthusiasm led Laura to attempt yoga bends in all directions while perched on a bench in a shopping mall. Those moments of laughter wove themselves into the fabric of deep learning and shared respect.
By the end, Laura had not only expanded her knowledge but had also strengthened her bond with Adhiyogi. She had become a bridge between teacher and students, between ancient wisdom and modern seekers. Adhiyogi developed a special feeling for her — a recognition of her rare mix of discipline, talent, and heartfelt care for sharing yoga with others.
She knew, beyond any doubt, that their connection — and her journey with his teachings — would be a lifelong one.
OM Shantiḥ.
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