Great yoga class and very inspirational teacher. The views are amazing. I don't give it a 5 just because of the mosquitos, but this is a general issue in Mirissa.
Rukshan is a great teacher! You should definitely give it a go! He is very knowledgeable and a goodhearted man. I love the combination of different yogastyles and his way of teaching with humor and good intuition. Watch out for the schedule, there more meditative and some more physical classes and the combination of both. When I come back to Mirissa I will definitely join in again. Thank you.. Stuti.. Om Shanti🙏🙏
Beautiful setting on top of a hill, away from the bustle of the Mirissa. Rukshan's an amazing teacher, with great energy, and his classes are always different and he curates it to match the mood and level of the students. I ended up going to his classes almost everyday since I loved it so much.
Magic is the best word to describe this blessed place❣This is the third year I have taken yogaclasses with Rukshan and I have only good things to say about him as I teacher. His new Shala is incredible beautiful and I can truly recommend Rukshan yoga for everyone, beginners or experienced yogis 💕
I went to three evening classes during my five night stay in Mirissa and the two I missed were only due to bad weather! Chanaka is a naturally gifted teacher, warm and clearly very knowledgeable. Each of the classes was different and he spent time explaining the different philosophies behind our practice, adapting to the different levels of the students. The Centre itself is gorgeous, with views out over the jungle towards the beach; most definitely the most beautiful place I have ever practiced yoga in. Highly recommend.
Really beautiful place and nice people. Very special experience for all kind of people. Rukshan not only teaches yoga movements, he teaches yoga lifestyle. Lovely outdoor studio with a great view above the jungle and the sea. Mosquitos were never a problem for me, as I use Mosquitospray before the lesson. But don't worry if u forget yours, they are very well prepared so u can use their mosquito protection. I can't describe this special experience in words, all I can say is that I can really recommend this place!!
Rukshan yoga was an accidental find that proved to be a real gem of an experience. The family is very friendly, though the yoga shala is only new and landscaping is in progress the place has amazing views with fresh sea breezes.
Rukshan has an array of yoga styles and experience to suit all body types. He has a wide and deep knowledge of yoga in the classical extent. His understanding of the true meaning of yoga as a union of body, spirit and mind is impressive. Not to mention his genuine open heart, ears and speech, makes a visit to his shala a true full yoga experience. Definitely worth the climb up the endless stairs to arrive there. Most enjoyable experience.
Myself and my partner attended Rukshan’s yoga class after reading glowing reviews however we feel they were a little misleading.
The yoga is very basic & we felt unable to connect with the instructor (Rukshan himself) who kept ducking in and out of the room. He was also difficult to hear / understand and offered little / no correction in postures.
The views from the hilltop were fantastic but a mosquito net around the outdoor studio would be greatly appreciated as we & the rest of the class were eaten alive.
A lot to be improved upon and won’t be back.
Beautiful place, beautiful people 😊 I loved this unique class and learnt a lot. The setting is beautiful, up high amongst nature looking over the ocean 🌊 Wonderful, highly recommend to any Yogis x
Chanaka is a very knowledgeable yoga teacher. His lessons are an eclectic mix of many yoga styles. The new Shala is located high above the ocean and has a wonderful energy. I love practising there and will return again soon.
It is great yoga class