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A group of women spread their yoga mats as the warm rays of the sun peeks through the trees at Dhanmondi Lake. MD Romanizing Their teacher, Tutul, obsesses over the mat placement to provide enough area for good movement.
If you find yourself at Dhanmondi Lake on a nice morning, this is the typical situation you might run across.
Md Romanizing Tutul, a banker by trade, obtained his Diploma in Yoga from the Bardhoman Yoga Centre in India and is now working on a master’s degree in Yoga.
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Under the “Matri Mongol” project, he seeks to support mothers and other women by granting them free access to yoga, therefore preserving their physical and mental health.
“This initiative was conceived in 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic to bring the benefits of yoga to everyone, irrespective of gender, age, or religious background,” adds Tutul.
“My perspective is firmly based in the conviction that everyone should be able to use yoga as a treasure store of advantages. So, now, not just ladies, but males also join the classes,” he elaborates.
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The workshops are held three days a week, free of charge, building a community of wellbeing and support among the participants. While originally developed to ensure the well-being of women, the program gladly welcomes males who are interested in experiencing the benefits of yoga.
In his sessions, Tutul promotes a variety of asanas – from Balasana (Child’s Pose) for relaxation to Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose) that cater to all levels, ensuring that each participant can benefit regardless of their prior expertise.
“Yoga links me with myself and my surroundings. It helps control weight, stress, and joint discomfort or stiffness. Now, I know how to stay happy physically and emotionally, overcoming any hurdles,” Tutul highlights, adding, “I want everyone to experience the life-altering advantages of yoga so that they can learn this discipline and pass it on to others.”
However, no matter how great an individual’s aim is, they are certain to confront criticism and societal resistance along the road.
“Many people have thrown negative comments at me, questioning why I teach yoga to women, and I was even asked to leave a public space just for teaching yoga,” he relates. These events, albeit terrible, have only increased his commitment to pursue his work.
“I continue with the hope that sooner or later, we will learn to be open-minded and heal not only ourselves but our entire society,” he continues, expressing a desire to transcend societal rigidity and orthodoxy.
Tutul believes anyone can start doing yoga at any time, characterizing it as “an ocean full of jewels.” He encourages individuals to “pick the jewel for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being to be free from all bondage,” highlighting the individualized character of yoga.
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Apart from teaching yoga, Tutul is an enthusiastic collector of yoga literature, having acquired hundreds of rare and precious volumes over the years. Though these books presently remain in a modest library at his home, he dreams of one day constructing a yoga library where the knowledge of yoga will be accessible to all.
For now, he focuses on increasing the reach of “Matri Mongol,” likening his efforts to planting a seedling: “Spreading the knowledge of yoga is akin to planting a seedling – it provides shelter and healing to all as it grows bigger.”
The yoga sessions of Matri Mongol are held every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday morning in Dhanmondi Lake. For additional details on how to participate, visit: their Facebook page or email: matrimongol@gmail.com
