
Here's a bit about me...
I’m Poonam, founder of Prana Yoga in Livingston, NJ.
I spent my “past life” in corporate finance—from a Master’s in Mumbai to an MBA in New York—before discovering that my real calling was on the yoga mat, not in spreadsheets :)
Today, as a Certified Yoga Therapist, I create personalized practices for specific health conditions, life stages, and wellness goals. Yoga has supported me through my teens, two pregnancies, postpartum recovery, and a demanding career, so I know firsthand how powerful it can be at every stage of life.
Over the past decade, I’ve completed 1,500+ hours of training and earned certifications in Yoga Therapy, Kids Yoga, Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and Sound Healing.
What makes my practices unique is the blend of traditional wisdom from my Gurus in India with an approach, a practical style that meets you exactly where you are!
My mission with Prana Yoga is simple: to make ancient yogic wisdom accessible, personalized, and joyful—so you can feel stronger, calmer, and more at home in your body & in your mind.
Professional Certifications & Background
Certified Yoga Therapist & Teacher (RYT 200, 300hrs Therapy)
Certified Yoga Instructor, AYUSH Ministry, Govt. of India
Advanced Sound Healing Therapy Certification
Specialized Certifications: Kids, Yoga Nidra, Kundalini & Pre/Postnatal
Corporate Background: MBA Graduate (NY) & 12 Years Finance Expertise
Arts & Wellness: Professional Bharatnatyam Dancer & Certified Zumba Instructor
