His journey has taken him from the Jivamukti studio in New York City to study with Iyengar teachers Sharat Arora and Rajiv Chenchani in India. He has also studied with Sri Dharma Mittra,and is currently studying Rajanaka Yoga with Dr. Douglas Brooks. Michael is also deeply moved by the the practice of mantras and kirtan. This allows him the opportunity to combine his love for African music and his connection to traditional Sanskrit mantras. His teaching is inspired by the spirituality of Swami Sivananda and the deep insight of Patanjali. Michael is also known internationally as a Movement facilitator, African Drumming teacher, Choreographer and Theatre director.﻿﻿﻿﻿