Meet Our
Kaula...
Kaula
[kau‧la] (कौल)
noun
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‘Kaula’ is a Sanskrit term, which essentially means a spiritual family who are devoted to life-affirmative Tantra methods in service of spiritual liberation
We LOVE what we do
At Tantra Essence, we understand the importance of having a trustworthy and reliable team to accompany us on our mission to spread the wisdom of Tantra worldwide.
We see ourselves more than just a team–we are a Kaula.
We are a collective of passionate, dedicated, and highly experienced professionals, each bringing our own unique expertise and energy to our offerings.
Tantra Essence prides itself on having a diverse and exceptional team, recognized globally for their depth of knowledge and commitment to the transformative power of Tantra.
From the serene mountains of the Himalayas, to the warm embrace of Mama Bali, to the rich heritage of Europe, our teachers have gathered and refined ancient Tantric wisdom and modern personal growth modalities to offer truly authentic and life-changing experiences.
Our team members are carefully selected based on their expertise that comes from their own lived experiences, teaching skills, and alignment with the core values of Tantra Essence.
Each faculty member has trained and apprenticed with Ma Ananda Sarita for several years. This meticulous process ensures that we not only have the best teachers in the world but also the most harmonious and effective team dedicated to your transformational journey.
Together we bring decades of experience and a profound understanding of both traditional and contemporary tantric paths, making Tantra Essence a leading light in the global Tantra community.
Tantra Essence Founder
Ma Ananda Sarita
A world-renowned Tantra Master and Mystic who has been dedicated to her own spiritual path since 1973. She founded Tantra Essence in the year 2008.
A disciple of Osho, Sarita's teachings weave together sexuality, love and spirituality for a profound unification and wholeness of being. With over 3 decades of teaching experience, she offers transformative Tantra retreats, trainings and online courses.
She strongly believes that there is a global awakening happening right now, for personal and planetary Enlightenment. According to her, Tantra offers a wise path for this awakening to manifest.
Meet Our Lead Faculty
Suta
Suta brings over 25 years of expertise in Tantra, Breathwork, and Meditation, focusing on merging sensuality with spirituality to enhance intimacy and self-awareness.
He has been teaching with Ma Ananda Sarita and other members of the Kaula since 2008, leading transformational workshops in 15 countries, helping individuals connect deeply with the spirit of love and inner peace.
Tanmaya
Tanmaya combines her background in acting, singing and meditation with a wide range of group facilitation, bringing joy and lightness to her Tantra teachings.
Having been a dedicated apprentice of Ma Ananda Sarita since 2011, Tanmaya has evolved into one of the world’s best Tantra Teachers. She leads Tantra Essence couples’, singles’ and women’s Retreats as well as Teacher Trainings.
Dharmaraj
Dharmaraj, a Tantra Teacher and Intimacy Coach from the USA, enriches his teachings with ancient wisdom from Tantra, Taoism, and Shamanism.
Trained by world-renowned masters including Ma Ananda Sarita, Margot Anand and Mantak Chia, he teaches various retreats and trainings at Tantra Essence. He is also invited to teach at major Tantra festivals globally aiming to empower individuals to awaken their full ecstatic potential.
Modestas Stonkus
Modestas is a Tantric bodyworker, dancer, dance & Tantra teacher & mystic. He merges his extensive background in professional dance with Tantra to create transformational experiences for profound personal growth.
He is also the founder of 'Dance of Tantra' and is working alongside Tantra Essence since 2016. He specializes in teaching the Soulmate Series for Couples, Tantra Teacher Training & Tantra Mystic Massage Training & Master Lover.
Meet our Faculty
Sira
Sira is an ex-Mindvalley facilitator who specialises in women’s work, helping women embrace their femininity and embody their unique essence.
Certified in NLP, hypnotherapy, coaching and Tantra, she weaves together her passion for building community together with her enthusiasm for teaching Tantra & guiding transformative journeys.
Prabuddha
Prabhuda is a Tantra Essence graduate, studied under Ma Ananda Sarita and Taoism Master, Mantak Chia. With additional training in Yoga and Himalayan traditions, he specializes in the Vigyan Bhairav Tantra.
Prabhuda is dedicated to energy cultivation, healing, and guiding students on their spiritual journeys
Dieke
Dieke specializes in working with couples and women. With a background in Innovation Management, she transformed her life, moving to Bali and finding her soulmate.
Passionate about conscious relationships, Dieke supports couples and feminine leaders in enhancing love, intimacy, and pleasure through modern tantric principles.
Sangeet
Sangeet combines Tantra, men's work, and holistic wellness in his teachings. Trained by Ma Ananda Sarita and influenced by David Deida, he integrates Indian Classical Music and Ayurveda counseling.
Sangeet uses Tantra to help individuals heal past traumas and embrace their authentic selves, fostering deep connections and inner peace.
Amrita Hanna Slaninkova
Based in Slovakia, Amrita, a Tantra teacher and holistic therapist, is devoted to Tantra as a spiritual path to Enlightenment.
Her powerful energy and ability to create sacred spaces facilitate deep transformation, unlocking full potential and fostering love and connection.
Dhyan Yogi
Dhyan Yogi, a Tantra Teacher, Shaman, and Sexual Healer, blends Tantra and Shamanism to enhance love, joy, and consciousness.
Trained by Ma Ananda Sarita, his teachings focus on conscious relationships and balancing masculine and feminine energies. Founder of Conscious Tantra and Shamanism, he leads retreats across Europe and Asia.
Damir
Damir's heart-based teachings draw from his Sufi background. Trained in Tantra with Ma Sarita and Tao with Mantak Chia, he leads Tantra and men's groups in Switzerland.
He also runs a popular lakeside meditation venue and a growing Tantra community, fostering deep spiritual practices in a serene setting.
Usha
Usha, a charismatic energy healer and Sacred Yoga Dance Therapist, combines holistic therapies to alleviate pain and awaken spirit awareness. Personally trained by Ma Ananda Sarita, she has taught the Goddess Essence series since 2016. Usha is also a Color-Light therapy expert and one of five certified Tachyon trainers worldwide with UISCA
Amandeep
Swami Amandeep, a certified Tantra Teacher and faculty at Tantra Essence, integrates his deep study with Ma Ananda Sarita, Osho meditations, and diverse healing modalities.
Founder of Waiheke Mystery School and Shiva Shakti Festival, his teachings illuminate the path to self-realization and inner transformation.
Anurasa
Nritya Anurasa, founder of ‘Emotional Fluidity Movement,’ blends her background in Psychology, Hypnotherapy, Tantra, and Life Coaching with Dance.
An apprentice of Sarita since 2021, she teaches Tantra Essence groups in Bali and the Czech Republic, empowering people to embrace life with compassion and joy.
Martin Ninad Vrabko
Ninad, a Tantra teacher and Sannyasin since 2015, began his tantric journey in 2004. Trained by Ma Ananda Sarita, John Hawken, and Alan Lowen, he has been leading Tantra workshops and seminars since 2016. An internationally recognized photographer and filmmaker, Ninad collaborates with renowned teachers to promote Tantra worldwide
Lucia
Lucia, a certified Process-Oriented Psychotherapist and Tantra Teacher trained by Ma Ananda Sarita, combines Process Work and Tantra to offer deep self-development.
With a background in Therapeutical Pedagogy, she and her partner Ninad share tools to deepen relationships and explore conscious sexual connection through their everyday tantric practices.
Shivani
Shivani shares her love for Tantra through workshops for singles and couples. With a background in dancing, hatha yoga, and a Spanish M.A., she excels in teaching the Inner Mastery Series.
Authentic and compassionate, Shivani brings joy and encourages others to join her on the path of love, meditation, and freedom.
Ritam
Ritam, founder of Portal to Joy, is a Tantra teacher and coach who bridges spirituality and science in a way that resonates with modern professionals. Trained under Ma Ananda Sarita, he helps singles and couples discover happiness as a skill. His work blends breathwork, movement, and energy practices for healing, vitality, and self-awareness.
Samya
Dhyan Samya, a renowned Tantra teacher in India, bridges the Divine and the Mundane through embodied spirituality. Certified in Tantra, Yoga, and healing modalities, she has guided people for over 15 years. A dedicated Osho meditator, she leads retreats, women’s circles, and online courses, spreading the wisdom of her Masters and Kashmiri Shaivism.