Born in the U.S., Ritu Riyat is a first generation Indian American raised in a traditional Indian household. She is blessed with family who exposed her to the beauty and traditions of the Hindu and Sikh cultures and allowed her the freedom to explore the American culture. What resulted is a life full color, questions, and adventure. Her journey lead her to her first Yoga class in Sacramento, Ca. After a heart opening experience in Ustrasana, she was set on her path to discovering the secrets of this sacred practice. Ritu's spirit for seeing the world and helping people lead her to pursuing further education and a career in Public Health.

In 2004 She traveled to Mumbai, India to work with a KSWA a health center serving the slums of Mumbai. It was here she encountered a classical form of yoga practice and began studying at the The Yoga Institute, Santa Cruz, with Dr. Jayadeva and Hansaji Yogendra. Ritu discovered a yoga which was deeper than asanas, it was a yoga of the inner spirit and devotion. After spending 6 months in India, she returned home to California and began teaching in her hometown of Milpitas, Ca. In 2005 She attended Greenpath Yoga to further her studies in yoga. Since then Ritu has exposed herself to various forms of teachings in yoga and health.

She has received teachings from Shiva Rea, David Lurey, Janet Stone, Stephanie Snyder, her family and friends and nature. She is a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists and thrives to shed light on the many therapeutic benefits of yoga. She continues her devotion to Seva through her work with underserved populations. Through her travels to Central America, Europe, and India she continues her self exploration and journey. She is honored to be blessed with the opportunity to share her spirit with her students.

Visit Ritu online at madeinyoga.com.