Amit Karalkar

a dedicated yoga and meditation teacher, community wellness leader, and founder of Mita Yoga & Meditation in Sydney, Australia. With more than 15 years of service in the field of yoga, meditation, and holistic wellbeing, Amit has devoted his life to helping individuals build healthier bodies, calmer minds, and stronger communities. His work goes far beyond teaching yoga postures—he focuses on transforming lives through mindfulness, emotional awareness, and community connection.
Through his initiative Mita Wellness, Amit has reached more than 100,000 people across Sydney through community programs, workshops, public talks, and regular yoga and meditation sessions. Every week, more than 100 participants attend programs across multiple centres, benefiting from structured wellness practices designed to reduce stress, improve mental health, and foster positive lifestyles.
Key Achievements
• Founder of Mita Yoga & Meditation, one of Sydney’s most active community-based yoga and meditation initiatives.
• Delivered yoga and meditation programs to over 100,000 individuals through workshops, classes, and community outreach.
• Conducts weekly wellness sessions for 100+ participants across multiple centres in Sydney.
• Designed structured yoga and meditation programs for children, youth, adults, and seniors.
• Developed personality development and mindfulness programs integrating yoga philosophy with modern mental health practices.
• Recognized community mentor helping individuals overcome stress, anxiety, and life challenges through meditation.
• Motivational speaker on holistic wellbeing, mindfulness, and positive living.
• Volunteer community leader promoting inclusive wellness programs accessible to people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Professional Experience
Founder – Mita Yoga & Meditation (2016 – Present)
Founded and developed a community-focused wellness organization delivering yoga, meditation, and mental wellbeing programs throughout Sydney.
• Lead weekly yoga and meditation sessions for 200+ participants.
• Develop customized programs for children, youth, adults, and seniors.
• Conduct workshops on stress management, mindfulness, and emotional wellbeing.
• Mentor individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and life stress.
• Promote inclusive community health initiatives using yoga and meditation.
• Organize awareness talks and community wellness events.