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LIKHITA  YOGA

The American Yogi

In a hi-tech world, find hi-touch peace

In a world of noise, Likhita Yoga is your calm in motion —

an active meditation guided by The American Yogi, revealing the intimate and celestial laws of freedom within.

Richard E., The American Yogi, practicing amidst scenic backdrop

Richard E.

THE AMERICAN YOGI

Richard E has spent a lifetime exploring meditation, business, and fitness—shaped by more than 50 years of dedication to The Maharishi Movement, The Vedic Life Foundation, his time connected to The Ohio State School of Education, a love of golf, and, above all, his family.

Over the years, he has worked with more than 200,000 students around the world, including Olympians, student athletes, and professional women’s organizations. One of his students went on to become the first visually impaired graduate of The Ohio State School of Law—an achievement he holds close to heart. He also served as the “Yogi of Record” for Arnold Schwarzenegger’s fitness event, The Arnold Classic. His work has been shared through outlets such as The Los Angeles Times, The New York Post, The San Diego Union-Tribune, The Today Show, ESPN, and NBC.

Known as The American Yogi, Richard continues to welcome people from all walks of life. His approach is simple: come as you are. At the center of his teaching is a belief in taking care of oneself and finding balance—bringing the wisdom of Eastern traditions into the rhythm of everyday Western life.

The American Yogi, Richard Esquinas

Featured in:

The San Diego Union-Tribune
The Today Show
ESPN
New York Post
NBC
Los Angeles Times

TRANSFORMATIONS

"For over 10 years my Japa Yoga Practice with Rich has kept me healthy and well."​​

Elaina B.

Artist

LIKHITA EXPERIENCES

Richard Esquinas practices yoga.
Richard E. practicing Likhita Golf awareness

Likhita Yoga offers a unique form of active meditation that blends ancient yogic techniques with present day insight from The American Yogi.This practice is rooted in the collaboration with leading yogis and Vedic experts and encourages practitioners to create a lifelong foundation of awareness and intentionality.

Likhita Golf invites you to explore Leela — divine play — a sacred dance between focus and freedom, effort and ease. Each round brings one closer on their journey of inner awareness. 

Begin your journey of awakening today.

PUBLICATIONS

The American Yogi is a published author who first gained public recognition after publishing Michael & Me (1993). His most recent publications Likhita Yoga and Likhita Golf focus on mindful meditation through journaling and the game of golf.

TESTAMONIAL

Blane Wilson: Olympian and Japa practitioner

BLAINE WILSON

"[Richard's] instruction in Japa Yoga helped prepare me for two Olympics.... I'm confident [he] will help you succeed on your own terms."

Japa Practitioner & Olympian Medalist

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