Meet our Team
Meet our compassionate, dedicated yoga teachers at Hot Yoga Nottingham
Anand Parekh - Founder
There’s always been that spark within me that enticed me to understand the deeper meaning of life.
As I hit my 20’s I realised I needed greater focus and was surrounded by great role models, however never dedicated the time to stop, reflect and really contemplate how I should be living my life. As I grew older, I became further inquisitive of my culture and heritage. One day I noticed my Mother practicing Pranayama (breath work) and I would say this kickstarted my journey into the world of yoga.
I truly believe Yoga was the missing piece in my life, it was always so close and now I had the opportunity to delve into the vastness of this spiritual practice. I embraced the physical and spiritual practice especially Suryanamaskars (Sun Salutations) in the mornings and how my mind and body felt in unison. The energy of the Sun illuminated my soul and gave me purpose, direction and uplifted me spiritually.
I understand that yoga is a way of life and each day my interest in the development of the self grows and Yoga is the key that is guiding me to understand the true nature of my inner being!
My role is to serve society and bring truth seekers together. This is where my heart feels at home.
Training & Certifications:
2011 – 100hrs – International Patanjali School of Yoga
2014 – RYT200 – Gyan Yoga – Canada
2018 – Mobility Instructor – Body Weight Guru’s (@rix.official)
2019 – RYT300 – Gyan Yoga – India
2020 – Sports Massage Therapist / IASTM Specialist – Sports Massage Academy
Devina Parekh - Co-Founder
I have always been a seeker, my journey with yoga started at a very young age. I was introduced to Bhakti yoga through my love for chanting and playing the harmonium. Bhakti Yoga is classically defined as the path of devotion for me, and it’s often referred to as the yoga of love.
Bhakti is one of the three primary paths to enlightenment laid out by Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita (the two other paths being jnana, the path of knowledge, and karma, the path of action, often interpreted as service to others).
Over the years, my teaching has evolved to welcome a more spiritual practice that brings opportunities to yogis for building connection to self, promoting balance, and creating physical and mental relaxation through Kundalini, Yin, Hatha and Mantra chanting.
I found that following the path of yoga has not only allowed me to grow into the strong and empowering woman that I am today but has allowed me access to heal and help many others who are searching for more.
Alice May
I specialise in 4Beat Vinyasa—a dynamic flow where movements synchronize with a four-count rhythm of breath. This approach encourages a meditative state, helping students connect with each posture while cultivating strength, balance, and fluidity.
Beyond Vinyasa, I guide students through Hot Yin sessions, a restorative practice done in a heated environment that promotes deep relaxation and flexibility. My students leave feeling rejuvenated, balanced, and ready to take on the day.
Her passion for yoga and her supportive teaching style make her classes both transformative and welcoming to all.
Ashish Ashish
Yoga for me is to connect to nature and to treat and see everyone equally. Over the years of my practice I have witnessed myself become stronger mentally. The teachings of Yoga have helped me to deal with life’s challenges with a calm and balanced mind through becoming flexible and adaptable mentally and physically.
Being in India my Yoga journey started as soon as I became aware of my surroundings, I was exposed to Mantra Meditation from my childhood and in school we practised Asana. But it wasn’t until a short visit Sivananda Ashram that my interest in Yoga was truly sparked. A few weeks at the Ashram turned into a year during which time I completed their advanced teacher training course. Since then I have been dedicated to an ongoing exploration of Yoga and have stayed in Ashrams and attended courses across India to continue my learning.
I taught my first studio Yoga class seven years ago. I loved the feeling of sharing what I learnt so far and went on to teach and travel from studios in Taiwan to a yoga retreat in Goa. Eventually home called and I returned Delhi, where with my brother and his shared passion of yoga, we set up our own studio, to share the teachings that had transformed our lives.
Jessica Sellars
I’ve done yoga on and off for years, but never properly. I’ve practised to be more flexible or toned but I never had a deeper understanding, until I started my healing journey.
Along this journey I realised the importance of coming back to the body, and the mind/body connection. And that’s exactly what yoga is! Union! Union of the mind, body and soul. Once I experienced this I knew I had to share it with others, and help others on their journey!
I recently completed Hot Yoga Nottingham's 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, and I'm deeply honored to now instruct at the very studio where I received my training—from the best!
You can find me holding women’s circles, retreats or frolicking in the woods with my puppy!
Shanti Kumar
I’m an Ashtanga teacher from India, bringing big energy and a deep passion for authentic yoga practice to each class. I love guiding students through Ashtanga and Power Yoga, creating a dynamic space where strength, focus, and breath come together.
At Hot Yoga Nottingham, I aim to make every student feel welcomed and energized in the heat. For me, teaching yoga is about sharing the traditional essence of the practice while supporting each student on their unique journey.