Ashtanga Yoga Guru Sharath Jois Passes Away at 53 In US; Taught A-list Celebs Like Madonna, Gwyneth

A popular yoga guru Sharath Jois passes away during a hiking trail, due to a heart attack, near the campus of the University of Virginia in the US on Monday.

Jois was just 53 years old and was leading the Ashtanga Yoga Institute in Mysore, which was founded by his grandfather. The late Ashtanga yoga teacher has also taught several A-list celebrities in the past such as American singer Madonna, and actress Gwyneth Paltrow amongst others.

As per sources, the Ashtanga yoga teacher was anticipating to start a new batch of classes after returning to India in the month of December.

On the same day of his tragic passing, he posted a video on his Instagram with the caption “Shtanga Yoga Special Course, Contemplative Sciences Center, University of Virginia”

His yoga followers were left in shock and people started pouring condolence in the comment section.

One user wrote, “I will forever hear your voice as I practice.” another also paid tribute with a comment, “Rest in love Boss - I hope 11/11 has beamed you straight into infinite light”.

Jois is survived by his wife Shruti Jois, and two children, along with his parents.