WELLNESS CONSULTANT, YOGA EXPERT, AUTHOR, PANELIST, SPEAKER AND TRAINER
Dr. Sujata Cowlagi is an internationally respected expert in yoga, integrative wellness, and holistic health. She is the founder and director of Pragya Yoga and Wellness, based in Singapore. She brings over 25 years of global experience in guiding individuals, institutions, and organizations toward sustainable health and well-being.
She holds a Ph.D. in yoga and certification in Integrative Medicine from the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Science. Her unique approach combines the ancient wisdom of yoga with evidence-based research drawn from modern medicine and neuroscience. Her expertise includes consulting, education and training, mentorship, and leading public healthcare programs across the globe.
She has collaborated with leading institutions and organizations. She has been a part of multiple projects and programs including development of MYOGA App (launched by the Prime Minister of India). She is sought after as a speaker, panelist, and partner at global wellness platforms including the Global AYUSH Investment Summit and Pravasi Bharatiya Divas. Dr. Sujata has many academic papers on yoga and health. She serves on the editorial board of two academic journals in mind-body medicine.
Born in Bhutan, she was raised in India and has lived in the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, and Singapore. Her teaching style reflects a rich combination of eastern and western techniques refined after years of practice and learning. She has conducted retreats and workshops in Sweden, Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, the UK, Australia, the US, India, and Singapore, and continues to mentor students, yoga teachers, and healthcare professionals globally.
A fluent speaker of nine languages, she is known for her inclusive and accessible teaching style to support physical, emotional, and spiritual transformation and growth.
Education
Certificate in Integrative Medicine – National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Science (NIMHANS), India (2024)
Ph.D. in Ashtanga Yoga – Lakulish Yoga University, India (2024)
M.A. in Yoga & Science of Living – Jain Vishwa Bharati Institute, India (2018)
Diploma in Complementary Health (DCH) – Kevala Centre, United Kingdom (2001)
Postgraduate Diploma in Social Communications & Media (DSCM) – Sophia College, Mumbai (1996)
Indo-Japan Exchange Scholar, Otemon Gakuin University, Osaka, Japan (1995)
Bachelor of Commerce – HL College of Commerce, India (1995)
International Yoga Alliance Registrations
E-RYT® 500 – Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher
RCYT® – Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher
RPYT® – Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher
YACEP® – Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider