ABOUT MICHAEL GANNON
Sharing the Transformational Power of Yoga with the World
After 10 intense years in the American advertising and music industries, Michael Gannon found a new life path through yoga. His practice revealed a profound sense of balance that changed everything. He spent over a decade studying directly with the late Sri K. Pattabhi Jois in India, learning the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd series of the traditional Ashtanga Vinyasa system.
Authorized by the Source
Personally authorized by Pattabhi Jois in 2001 to teach Ashtanga Yoga worldwide.
Global Reach
Taught in over 40 countries across 5 continents since 2000, impacting thousands of students.
Training the Trainers
Has trained more than 500 yoga teachers through his internationally acclaimed programs since 2002.
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Behind the Journey of Michael Gannon Yoga
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Countries Teaching
600
Teachers Certified
1st
Ashtanga Yoga App Released (2011)
25+
Years of Experience
ABOUT US
A Global Journey Through the Power of Yoga
Michael Gannon’s yoga path began after 10 chaotic years in the American entertainment industry. What followed was a complete transformation — guided by breath, movement, and stillness — that shaped his purpose and his global mission. He studied closely with the late Sri K. Pattabhi Jois in India, mastering the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd series of the traditional Ashtanga Vinyasa method. Since then, he’s brought that wisdom to thousands of students worldwide.
Tradition meets Innovation
Michael blends classical Ashtanga with his unique Power Vinyasa style, making yoga accessible to all levels.
Mindfully Designed Trainings
His Teacher Trainings, practiced by over 500 certified instructors, are crafted with clarity, purpose, and heart.
RECOGNITION
Our Awards
Authorized by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois
A rare and personal authorization to teach Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga — Mysore, India.
2001
Global Teaching Legacy
Recognized for teaching in 40+ countries across 5 continents, sharing yoga with thousands.
2001-Present
Yoga Tech Pioneer
Released the first-ever Ashtanga Yoga app for iOS and Android, reaching students worldwide.
2011
Yogaloft Playa del Carmen
Founder of one of the most beautiful yoga schools on the planet. A milestone in design and yoga experience.
2013
