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Controversial ‘Gurus’

The following are biographies of influential figures in the yoga world who have either faced numerous allegations or are known perpetrators of abuse.

We stand with the victims and hope that our articles can shed light on the truth.

  • Wild Wild Country Documentary: Summary and Review

    Wild Wild Country Documentary: Summary and Review

  • Yogi Bhajan: The Multi-Millionaire Scammer And Abuser Who Brought Kundalini To The West

    Yogi Bhajan: The Multi-Millionaire Scammer And Abuser Who Brought Kundalini To The West

  • Swami Satchidananda | Biography, Teachings & Abuse Allegations Of The ‘Woodstock Guru’

    Swami Satchidananda | Biography, Teachings & Abuse Allegations Of The ‘Woodstock Guru’

  • Swami Muktananda: Biography & Abuse Allegations Of Siddha Yoga Founder

    Swami Muktananda: Biography & Abuse Allegations Of Siddha Yoga Founder

  • Baba Ramdev | Biography, Teachings & Controversies Of The Billionaire Businessman Yogi

    Baba Ramdev | Biography, Teachings & Controversies Of The Billionaire Businessman Yogi

  • Sathya Sai Baba | Biography, Teachings & Allegations Of A Self-Proclaimed Godman

    Sathya Sai Baba | Biography, Teachings & Allegations Of A Self-Proclaimed Godman

  • Pattabhi Jois: The Story Of Ashtanga Founder And Serial Abuser

    Pattabhi Jois: The Story Of Ashtanga Founder And Serial Abuser

  • Swami Satyananda Saraswati | Biography, Teachings & Abuse Allegations

    Swami Satyananda Saraswati | Biography, Teachings & Abuse Allegations

  • Bikram Choudhury | Biography, Rise & Downfall Of A Predatory Guru

    Bikram Choudhury | Biography, Rise & Downfall Of A Predatory Guru

  • Bikram Yogi Guru Predator | Documentary Summary & Review

    Bikram Yogi Guru Predator | Documentary Summary & Review

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