
Dayavati Barsic
Ananda Yoga® Instructor (RYT 200) and Certified Ananda Yoga Therapist
Dayavati Barsic, Ananda Yoga® Instructor (RYT 200) and Certified Ananda Yoga Therapist, is a well-loved teacher, known for her expertise and gentle manner. The mother of 5 wonderful children, and 6 grandchildren, she has taught yoga for more than 30 years. Dayavati is a native of Portland, Oregon, and graduated from the University of Texas with a degree in Psychology. She worked with mental health organizations, and was a counselor for the Texas Public Schools system. She also owned and operated the Joyful Yoga Studio in Palestine, Texas for a number of years before moving to California. Dayavati enjoys working with students of all levels. She loves to share the joy and inspiration she has experienced living in spiritual community as a long-time resident of Ananda Village, and as a devotee of Paramhansa Yogananda.