Yogesh

Welcome to the Instagram version of my resume! Haha, insta fam please turn up, I need you!! Help me out in finding a role that matches my vibe 😂 If your organisation has something interesting, then do refer - if you have some suggestions for me, do reach out - and if you know anyone who would like me, share this! Thanks for all the help and love! 💚🫂 ---------- Quick summary of my profile below 👇🏽 I work on building initiatives at the intersection of wellbeing, transformation and community. After founding a startup during engineering and raising venture funding at 19, I went on to work across alternative social models, blockchain technology, sustainability consulting and hosting wellbeing experiences. In these roles, I’ve typically worked in cross-functional capacities - shaping ideas, building partnerships & taking projects from concept to execution. I want to help an organization translate intentions around culture & community into structured programs that clients can engage with easily. ----------- And for those worrying that I'll stop hosting these experiences, don't worry I'm still here! 😉 I'll continue to do everything I do, but on the side, on the weekend. During the week, I'm excited and ready to contribute all my learnings to the lucky organisation that gets me! 😎 See you on the other side 🌌

100+ sessions across 3 years - thank you to everyone who has been a part of DUP in Bangalore 💚 For those who are new to this practice - 🟡 The Dances of Universal Peace (DUP) are simple, meditative, joyous & multi-cultural circle dances that involve sacred phrases, chants, live music and guided movements. 🟠 DUP borrows from the ancient traditions of body prayer and draws inspiration from various spiritual lineages of the world : Buddhist, Hindu, Sufi, Christian, Indigenous tribes, Judaic, Zoroastrian, etc. 🟢 DUP provides an opportunity to touch the spiritual essence within ourselves and recognize it in others. It creates a safe space to realise simple truths that all people inherently seek - love, harmony, and beauty. 🟤 DUP enables us to meet like-minded and like-hearted individuals in and around our neighbourhoods. In an increasingly isolated and digital world, it helps us fulfil the desire to belong & return to the warmth of community. 🔵 In DUP, there are no performers nor audience: everyone sings and dances together. The focus is on achieving feelings of togetherness and harmony, not on the technicalities of singing or moving. Open to all, no prior expertise required! Come join us at our next session, all you need is curiosity and openness! See you very soon 🙏🏽

The Planetary Experience is here! We’ve heard it many times.. 'A whole universe is present inside you..' 🌌 This workshop will actually enable you to safely explore the magical world that lies within! Limited to 20 slots only, book now using link in bio Date & Time : April 18th, Saturday 10AM - 1PM Location : @uruvana Indiranagar Cost : INR 1500 onwards About the workshop : Each Planet is linked to an archetype, and in each archetype, we will walk and move with a specific intention, a specific breath practice and a specific eye gaze. Best to understand with a couple of examples - Inspired by the Sun Archetype - Confidence Movement - Walk with chest out, chin up, back straight, radiating positivity Breath Practice - Breathing in through the right nostril, out through both Eye Contact - Gaze at the horizon, out of focus, look at everything / nothing Inspired by the Moon Archetype - Empathy Movement - Walk with our head bent, hands by our thighs, sensing emotions with each step, walking with utmost devotion, love & service Breath Practice - Breathing out through left nostril, breathing in through both Eye Contact - Looking downwards, full awareness through peripheral vision Like this, we will explore each planet & its archetype. Between every planet, we will have group sharings & conversations. Here, we get to notice relational dynamics and the sheer uniqueness of each individual! This practice will enable you to understand yourself better, will help you understand your strengths and weaknesses, will give you an opportunity to work on your blindspots, and mainly, will help you let go & surrender to the collective wisdom. Meet your Facilitator : Yogesh has hosted 200+ workshops and retreats in the last 3 years with a focus on transformation, connection and community. He designs personalized wellness journeys for individuals and is a curator for wellness festivals. A former VC-backed Founder and a Sustainability Consultant, Yogesh is ever fascinated by the cosmos and brings his infectious energy filled with wonder & curiosity. Come as a sceptic or as a student, one thing is for sure - you will leave with clarity and awe.. see you on the other side!

On popular demand, the Shooting Stars Night Trek is back. Book now using the link in bio! NOTE #1  The Trek for Apr 22 is sold out. This is the Trek for Apr 21. Trek Ticket is INR 4000 and is all inclusive of :  - Travel to & fro Bangalore - Trek Guidance & Experiences - Basic Campfire Food on the Peak NOTE #2 We are not revealing the location of the trek due to various reasons. It will only be shared with the ticket holders closer to the date of the trek. We will pick you up in a Bus from a specified metro station which will be shared later. Here is the itinerary for the Trek : Leave Bangalore by 7PM Reach trek spot by 9PM Trek & reach summit by 12AM Meteor Shower from 12-2AM Bonfire, cooking & conversations Rest & Silent Time till Sunrise Sunrise 6:30AM Start descending by 7:30AM Reach Bangalore by 10AM Important note : The meteor shower / shooting stars are subject to visibility based on the clouds. This specific meteor shower - the Lyrids - will have around 15 shooting stars per hour and the visibility will be decent. But please understand that there is no guarantee to seeing the shooting stars. So, come only if you're okay with maybe seeing shooting stars and maybe not also. NOT FOR BEGINNERS - If you have never trekked before, this is not for you. This is an intermediate trek of around 5-6kms which can be covered in 100 minutes. If you have any injuries, medical conditions, etc, please do not come. Please ensure you have an above average level of fitness, determination & fortitude. To sign up and for more detailed instructions, check the link in bio! Bring along friends and family, see you on the other side! Photo credits : @agniva_k @iamshivamghai 🙏🏽 thank you boys for some stellar clicks!

This Sunday, let’s meditate, move and immerse. From the beginning of time, songs, stories and dance have brought people together in daily life, ceremonies and celebrations. Drawing on the sacred phrases of the many cultures of the world, the Dances blend singing, live music and guided meditative movement into a prayer for peace and a celebration of our oneness. No singing or dancing experience required, the Dances are for everyone, easy to learn, easy to sing and easiest to feel. Facilitated with love and care by @evolving.sapien Date: 15th March Time: 11 AM - 2 PM Venue: The Blind Relief Association, New Delhi Limited spots. Registration link in bio.

As we kickstart the fourth year of the Bangalore chapter of the Dances of Universal Peace, we are absolutely thrilled to invite you to join our upcoming mini retreat - to celebrate our community, to grow deeper roots together, and to begin this new cycle together! Over 2.5 days, this retreat will feature DUP sessions, games & workshops, morning wellness practices, night bonfires, soulful food, and connections for life! 📆 Dates: 10-12 April, 2026 📍 Venue: Fireflies Intercultural Centre, Kanakapura Road, Bangalore Limited spots available. Link in @dupblr bio to sign up! About the Dances of Universal Peace - From the beginning of time, songs, stories and dance have brought people together in daily life, ceremonies and celebrations. Born from this timeless tradition is a simple yet powerful collective practice called the Dances of Universal Peace (DUP). Drawing on the sacred phrases of the many spiritual traditions of the world, the Dances blend singing, live music and guided meditative movement into a prayer for peace and a celebration of oneness and love. The Dances are for everyone, no prior singing or dancing experience required, simply come join us with an open heart! About the Retreat Venue - This retreat will be hosted at Fireflies Intercultural Center, Kanakapura Road, Bangalore. Spread over 10 acres, Fireflies is an island of green that serves as an inclusive space that is open to people and organisations concerned with personal growth, cultural engagement and environmental protection. With its plentiful trees and flowering plants and being home to many types of birds and insects, the woods of the campus give it the feel of a tropical rain forest; there is also abundant greenery just outside for leisurely strolls in the surrounding countryside.

“Love itself is the healing power and the remedy for all pain.” We’re gathering again for a DUP Sufi Night. In this session, we’ll explore the spirit of Sufi mysticism through simple chants, live music, and gentle meditative movement. The evening will be facilitated by Yogesh Suresh, who will guide us through the chants and hold the space for our shared experience. If you’re looking for a different kind of evening, slower, musical, and heart-centered - come join us. Scan the QR code or check the link in bio to register. 🤍 #dup #duphyderabad

And finally, on popular demand, the Conscious Dating event is back this Valentine's Day! This one is close to my heart, curated with love for all you singles, let's go ♥️ Feb 14th Saturday, 12noon - 6pm @blrcreativecircus Tickets using link in bio! Detailed agenda for Valentine's Day as follows Arrival at 12noon - come on time! You don’t want to be late to a date! Icebreakers - simple & comfortable activities to get to know each other followed by Brunch Sharing Circles - address the elephants in the room including Open vs Exclusive Relationships, Problems with modern Dating, Marriage & Commitment, etc etc Authentic Relating - go beyond conversations! Expert facilitators will guide you through a session of Authentic Relating to help you open up & connect deeper in a safe manner Theatre of Love - share stories from your life including relationships, friends, family & so on.. which the actors will perform live. Powerful, cathartic, vibrant.. helps us understand each other Men's & Women's Circles - what are our unique problems? what do we need from our partners? how can we communicate this effectively? Let's Talk About Sex! - yes, we know. This is complicated, it is layered, there are emotions involved, we don’t want it to be crass, etc. We have hosted dating sessions before where so much unlearning & learning has happened simply by learning to speak about Sex in a safe & normal manner! Therapy for Dating - amidst the complexities of dating, relationships, & intimacy, navigating your mental health is imperative. Meet expert therapists who specialize in helping you stay true to yourself. This event is pet friendly! After all, why should humans have all the fun? Maybe your pet finds their perfect partner too.. haha and of course, your pet will definitely increase your likeability! Maybe you find your partner, maybe you don’t... but 100% guarantee that you will - have an amazing lunch - meet amazing like-minded people - learn new things about the world & yourself - take great photos / cherish amazing memories - make new friends who you can relate with! So, go ahead and book your slot, I look forward to hosting you! Let's spread some love ♥️

Thrilled to present the 24 Hours Shivaratri Retreat on Feb 15-16 in Fireflies, Bangalore! 🔱 We have a power-packed lineup of 9 workshops that include Drum Circle, Ice Bath, Kathak, Ecstatic Dance, Linga Origami, Men's & Women's Circle, Dances of Peace, Theatre of Shiva and Yoga 🙏🏽 The intention of this retreat is very clear - Shiva is in us, and we need spaces that enable us to discover our full potential. To become Shiva. Praying to Shiva is easier - a perfect God and a saviour we all look up to. Far more difficult, is to emobdy the values & the character of Shiva in our daily life.  With 8 expert facilitators curated from diverse fields including dance, art, fitness, music, theatre, spirtuality, mental health and sustainability, this retreat will provide the space and the experiences to deepen our relationship with our own higher self. @the.senori @sowmyaravi_kathak @theglory_passionproject @nithyaj_rao @varshasutrave @shivharishankar @evolving.sapien The Retreat Cost is fully inclusive of stay (double occupancy), vegetarian food (3 meals) and all workshops & experiences : Early Bird - INR 7000 | Standard - INR 8000 The retreat is designed for us to be up all night (as is the custom during Shivaratri). In total, we have 9 workshops scheduled for this 24 hours retreat, each one punctuated by a break. However, feel free to sleep whenever you feel like, no compulsion, make sure you take care of yourself. Our beautiful venue @firefliesinterculturalcentre will feel like your second home! Similarly, the retreat is designed for us to fast all night and break our fast at 9AM on Feb 16th morning (as is the custom during Shivaratri). We have 2 beautifully nourishing meals (breakfast + lunch) awaiting us on Feb 16th as a reward for the fasting. However, for those select few who want dinner on Feb 15th night, rest assured it will be available.  We are really looking forward to hosting you during this powerful cosmic night and to witness the incredible collective work we are all capable of doing together. See you this Shivaratri!

I am here. I am ready. Grateful for this life! I'm starting to see the beauty of this magnificent world All of which belongs to the all knowing source Me, still learning the rules of love But learning to smile At my own Avatars 2025, thank you for opening up my potential. 2026, oh baby, I'm excited for what you'll bring ✨ Thank you God, I love you. 💚 Your Son, Evolving Sapien --------------------- Photo credits : @iamshivamghai

Come wait for the Geminids with me. After a night trek to Channarayana Durga Fort, I stood under a silent sky, watching for movement that comes and goes in seconds. Most of the night stayed still. Then the sky answered - quietly. Channarayana Durga Fort, Karnataka Geminid meteor shower over the Deccan plateau Shot on @fujifilmxindia with XE4 #natgeoyourshotpoy25 #natgeoindia

Family, excited to share the final itinerary! 9 Days, 8 DUP sessions, 4 Cities, 1 Unforgettable Road Trip! 🚗 Hosted by Yogesh (Bangalore) & Manu (Netherlands) 🌎 12 slots taken, 8 remain! Register now using the link in bio ✨ We cannot think of a better way to spend the last few days of the Year 2025 - integrating everything this year had to offer - and welcoming 2026 with love, joy & abundance!  Of course, we are going to be singing and dancing, we are going to explore various facets of our life, we will explore various traditions.. we will eat, pray, dance, sleep & travel together.. we will meet members of other local DUP chapters in South India.. AND we will explore how communities are formed, how they have blossomed, what are their values and what it takes to actually be a thriving community! With this theme of 'Ecosocial Regeneration', this Caravan will help us learn about the wave of regenerative movements across South India. Super excited to be sharing this dream with you all, come let's travel together with the medicine of the Dances of Universal Peace! ⭐ Register now, slots available on a first come first serve basis 🙏🏾