Chad Cisneros is a devoted yogi, spiritual teacher, and conscious musician whose path bridges ancient yogic science with modern modalities of healing and transformation. As a 500-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher trained at Sattva Yoga Academy in Rishikesh, India, Chad integrates Kriya and Kundalini Pranayama, Hatha and Vinyasa Asana, and sacred mantra to guide practitioners into meditative absorption and expanded states of consciousness. Rooted in the lineages of Paramahansa Yogananda, the Sri Vidya Tantra tradition, and the Himalayan Yog-Ved teachings, his approach weaves breath, sound, movement, and mantra into an alchemical practice of embodiment and spiritual awakening.
With over two decades of experience in recovery, Chad is also a certified Recovery 2.0 Life Coach and co-founder of Infinite Recovery—Austin’s largest integrative treatment center. His work supports individuals on the path of healing trauma and regulating the nervous system through trauma-informed breathwork and meditation practices. His studies span the Vishoka Meditation system from the Himalayan Institute, advanced coursework in the Yoga Sutras and Vedas with Dr. Edwin Bryant, and initiations into Kriya Yoga, Shambhavi Mahamudra, and mantra sadhanas including Sri Sukta and Mahamrityunjaya.
Whether teaching at yoga studios, guiding breathwork in recovery centers, or transmitting mantra-infused sound journeys through his musical projects PRAANA and PRAANA SHAKTI, Chad holds space as a compassionate transmitter of wisdom and vibrational medicine. His life and teachings invite others into presence, devotion, and remembrance of the Self. Jai Gurudeva, Jai Ma ?
CERTIFICATIONS:
- RYT 200
- RYT 500
- Breathwork Certification
- Other
TEACHING STYLES:
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• Kriya Yoga
(As taught in the lineage of Lahiri Mahasaya and Paramahansa Yogananda — includes spinal pranayama, Maha Mudra, Jyoti Mudra, Paravastha)
• Kundalini Yoga (Non-Sikh, Himalayan-based)
(Using kriyas, breathwork, and subtle body activation rooted in Shakti awakening rather than the Bhajan lineage)
• Hatha Yoga
(Classical asana, bandha, mudra, pranayama, and meditative techniques)
• Vinyasa Flow Yoga
(Sequenced breath-synchronized movement infused with mantra, kriya, and meditative transitions)
• Tantra Yoga (Sri Vidya Tradition)
(Sri Chakra Navavarana practices, mantra sadhana, subtle body awareness, and feminine divine embodiment)
• Vedic Meditation & Bija Mantra Initiation
(Personalized instruction in mantra-based dhyana from the Vedic/Vedantic streams)
• Vishoka Meditation
(System of inner radiance and one-pointed awareness from the Himalayan Institute)
• Breathwork & Pranayama
(Including Nadi Shodhana, Bhastrika, Kapalabhati, Agni Sara, Cosmic Breath 9, Samyama Kriya, Shambhavi Mahamudra)
• Trauma-Informed Nervous System Breathwork
(Regulation techniques for addiction recovery, emotional release, and inner stabilization)
• Nada Yoga & Sonic Meditation
(Meditative sound journeys utilizing Solfeggio frequencies, binaural beats, mantra chanting, and overtone layering)
• Meditation & Subtle Body Practices
(Jyoti Mudra, Antar Mouna, Ajna and Sahasrara activation, Chidakasha Dharana)
• Mantra Sadhana
(Sri Sukta, Mahamrityunjaya, Gayatri, Shanti Mantras, Navakshari, Panchadasi in Sri Vidya context)
• Yoga Psychology & Applied Philosophy
(Yoga Sutras, Sankhya Karika, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads — applied through satsang and guided inquiry)
• Integrative Recovery Yoga & Coaching
(Blending yogic tools with Recovery 2.0 principles, supporting sobriety, trauma healing, and life integration)
WORKSHOPS:
? Sri Chakra Sadhana: The Inner Cosmos of Shakti
An experiential journey into the mystical geometry of the Sri Yantra, exploring its 9 Avaranas (enclosures) through mantra, mudra, breathwork, and guided meditation. Includes an introduction to the Devis of the Chakra and practical methods for integrating this sadhana into daily spiritual practice.
? Sri Yantra Sadhana & Sonic Geometry
An immersive sound-and-symbolism ritual that explores the vibrational architecture of the Sri Yantra through Solfeggio frequencies, binaural beat meditations, and mantra-infused soundscapes. Ideal for seekers wishing to deepen their relationship with sacred geometry and Nada Yoga.
? VISHOKA Meditation: Freedom Beyond Sorrow
A complete practice rooted in the Himalayan Tradition, this workshop offers step-by-step methods for entering a state of inner radiance where the mind becomes one-pointed, still, and free from suffering. Includes yogic breath training, inner visualizations, and subtle energy refinement.
? Vedic Bija Mantra ?? Meditation & Initiation
A foundational initiation into the vibrational power of Vedic seed sounds, tailored for both new and advanced practitioners. This session introduces bija mantras like AIM, HRIM, KLIM, and OM, their associated deities, and their practical application in meditation and subtle body activation.
? Kriya Pranayama Sadhana: The Breath of Liberation
Drawing from the Kriya Yoga traditions of Lahiri Mahasaya and Paramahansa Yogananda, this workshop teaches powerful pranayama sequences for spinal awakening, inner alchemy, and absorption into stillness (Samadhi). Includes techniques such as Nadi Shodhana, Bhastrika, Cosmic Breath 9, and Kriya proper.
? Mantra, Mudra, and the Science of Sacred Sound
Explore the intersection of vibrational healing and yogic science through the lens of mantra chanting, subtle gesture (mudra), and Nada Brahma—the universe as sound. Includes both group chanting and individualized mantra work for personal transformation.
? Shakti Awakening Breathwork & Embodiment Journey
A trauma-informed, nervous system-aware experience blending kundalini kriyas, rhythmic breathwork, vocal toning, and guided meditations to awaken latent pranic intelligence and re-pattern the body toward bliss and resilience.
? Mystic Mind: Yoga Psychology & the Art of Self-Realization
Integrating insights from the Yoga Sutras, Sankhya metaphysics, and non-dual Tantra, this workshop examines the nature of mind, ego, samskaras, and freedom. Practices include Antar Mouna (inner silence), guided contemplation, and yogic inquiry (vichara).
? Living the Teachings: Devotional Satsang & Integration Circle
An open-hearted space to reflect, share, and ask questions about integrating yogic teachings into daily life. Blends satsang, guided reflection, and music to help participants embody their practice off the mat.
