Arunodaya - The rising of the dawn
Begin with the dawn. Arunodaya is an intimate sunrise yoga experience on Lady Bird Lake, limited to eight guests at Longhorn Shores. Over 60 unhurried minutes, we gather beside the water as morning light begins to change for a thoughtfully guided holistic practice in English and Sanskrit.
Each session may weave together asana, pranayama, meditation, mantra, yogic philosophy, self-inquiry, and restorative rest. No prior yoga experience, flexibility, or performance is required. Every invitation is optional, and you are welcome to rest, modify, or pause whenever needed. Following practice, enjoy chilled coconut water and simple post-practice nourishment.
Please arrive 10 minutes early with water and comfortable layers. Arunodaya morning sessions take place at Longhorn Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park in Austin, Texas.
Your practice space, including a premium yoga mat and freshly laundered mat towel, will be prepared for you.
Reserve your Sunrise Practice Circle.
VISWATEJ ATILI, Ph.D.
Science. Nature. Presence.
I am an environmentalist, certified yoga instructor, and policy advocate. Much of my professional life has focused on land, water, and the systems that sustain life. Over time, that same attention led me more deeply toward yoga, breath, and the practices that help us move through life with greater awareness and care.
I first began practicing yoga when I was nine years old. After stepping away for a period of time, I returned to it as a daily practice that brought steadiness, perspective, and a deeper connection to myself. My training in Rishikesh and time in the Himalayan foothills strengthened my respect for yoga as more than movement. It is a practice of paying attention, meeting life with patience, and returning to what matters. Since then, I have continued to practice and teach consistently, learning through study, repetition, and the privilege of sharing yoga with others.
Arunodaya brings these parts of my life together through mindful movement, breathwork, meditation, and time outdoors. At sunrise on the shores of Town Lake in Austin, I guide intimate gatherings that make room to slow down, reconnect with your body, and begin the day with more clarity and ease.
Whether you are completely new to yoga, returning after time away, or looking to deepen an established practice, you are welcome. Come as you are. We will begin with the breath.
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Wellness, Curated for You
Arunodaya offers thoughtful wellness experiences shaped around the people in the room. Rooted in yoga, breath, mindful movement, and stillness, each gathering is designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and leave feeling more grounded than when you arrived.
Personal Session
A private practice designed around your body, energy, and goals. Whether you are new to yoga, returning after time away, seeking better mobility, or simply needing space to breathe, you will receive clear guidance and a practice that meets you where you are.
Group Wellness
Bring together friends, family, a partner, or people you care about for a shared experience. These welcoming small-group sessions create time to move, breathe, and be present together. No prior yoga experience is needed.
Corporate Wellness
Give your team a meaningful pause from the pace of work. Corporate sessions are accessible, practical, and thoughtfully tailored for team gatherings, off-sites, leadership retreats, and employee-wellness events.
Custom Experience
For celebrations, intimate occasions, retreat-style mornings, or something personal, we can create an experience around your vision. From the setting and pace to the group size and details, each element is considered with care.
You do not need to be flexible, experienced, or certain of what you need. Simply arrive as you are.
Share what you have in mind, and we will create an experience that feels right for you.