Poonam Yumkham

Instructor

Yoga4U

RYT 500 | ASHTANGA YOGA INSTRUCTOR With a heart dedicated to the holistic well-being of others, Poonam Yumkham has spent over seven years guiding students on a transformative journey toward balance and vitality. As the founder of BreatheYogaWithMe, an online yoga platform, she offers an array of practices, from dynamic Vinyasa Flow to grounding Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, and specialized classes like Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Meditation. Poonam’s personalized approach caters to individuals of all levels, creating a nurturing space where each student feelsempowered to grow physically, mentally, and emotionally. Poonam’s teaching philosophy is rooted in mindfulness, alignment, and self-awareness. Trained in the traditional teachings of Ashtanga Yoga under the guidance of Bharath Shetty of — a direct disciple of the legendary B.K.S. Iyengar—her practice emphasizes the importance of stability, alignment, and inner balance. Drawing from over RYT 550+ hours of Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training , Poonam integrates the wisdom of these teachings into every class, guiding students to strengthen their bodies, calm their minds, and cultivate a deeper sense of connection. Beyond her own teaching platform, Poonam has partnered with leading wellness brands like Fitternity, Cult Fitness, and HRX, and offered corporate yoga sessions in Red Bull, India, Ikea Shanghai etc, which are designed to reduce stress, improve focus, and boost overall well-being. She has also led transformative workshops and retreats, including a chakra alignment retreat in Chiang Mai, Thailand, where students explore self-awareness through yoga, meditation, and healing practices. Certified by the International Yoga Alliance and extensively trained in Ashtanga Yog foma Indea Yoga, Mysore, Poonam is deeply committed to her personal growth as a teacher and to sharing the transformative power of yoga with others. Her approach is not only about physical practice but about creating a supportive, inclusive environment where students feel seen, valued, and inspired to unlock their fullest potential. Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or looking to deepen your practice, Poonam invites you to join a compassionate community where yoga becomes a journey of healing, growth, and self-discovery.