Sarvesh Shashi

Sarvesh Shashi, at the age of 26, stands as a visionary entrepreneur and yoga enthusiast who founded Zorba, India's Happiest Chain of Yoga Studios, when he was just 21. His journey began with a deep passion for cricket, serving as the Vice Captain of the Tamil Nadu junior cricket team. His cricketing skills earned him the unique opportunity to travel with the Rajasthan Royals and Kochi Tuskers as an official net bowler for three years. Despite his love for cricket, Sarvesh discovered that yoga was more than a practice; it was a transformative way of life, which inspired him to create Zorba.

Zorba was established with the mission to utilize yoga, mindfulness, and holistic practices to empower individuals to lead healthier and happier lives. Sarvesh aimed to challenge the stereotype that yoga was primarily for the elderly and focused solely on flexibility. Instead, he sought to make yoga appealing to the over 500 million young people in India under the age of 30. 

Zorba’s innovative approach includes 25 unique forms of yoga, designed to make the practice enjoyable and accessible to everyone. The ultimate goal of Zorba is to connect seven billion breaths, fostering a global community of mindful and healthy individuals. Currently, Zorba boasts over 75 studios across 38 cities in India, with exciting plans for global expansion.

Sarvesh is not only an entrepreneur but also a charismatic speaker who has shared his journey and insights at prestigious conferences such as the INK Conference, TEDx, and the UN’s Youth Change Makers Conclave. His story has been featured by prominent media outlets including CNBC Young Turks, Bloomberg TV, Forbes, and BTVi.