For over two decades, Karan Chhabra has built a life around creating experiences that nurture people—first through world-class hospitality and travel, and now, through holistic wellness. His story weaves together leadership, creativity, and an enduring passion for human connection. A graduate in Hotel Management from the renowned Oberoi School of Hotel Management, and holding a Bachelor of Commerce with specialization in Marketing, Sales Promotion, and Public Relations, Karan began his professional journey in the global hospitality sector. Over 12 years, he mastered the art of service, leadership, and training—working across prestigious Indian and international hotel chains. His natural talent for design, decoration, and creative hospitality set him apart as a leader who could merge operational precision with emotional warmth. Evolving from hospitality into the travel sector, Karan spent over 11 years building a reputation as an expert in Tourism and Travel Management, specializing in MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions), destination weddings, and curated group travel. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish the Ramayana Travel Group in 2017—now one of Bali’s leading B2B travel management brands, trusted by global partners for its authenticity, innovation, and personalized approach. In 2019, his commitment to conscious living inspired him to co-found Sattvik by Nature, Bali’s pioneering pure vegetarian Indian restaurant—a space where food, culture, and mindfulness meet. His ventures reflect a consistent philosophy: every business can be an act of wellness when rooted in integrity, care, and awareness. Karan’s own wellness journey deepened with his 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training from Rehab Yoga School, New Delhi, and a Diploma in Ayurveda and Panchakarma Therapies from Rishikesh, India. A lifelong learner, he continues to study Vedic Astrology and Astro-Counselling, exploring the spiritual dimensions of human wellbeing. Certified as a Train-the-Trainer, he remains passionate about education, leadership development, and empowering teams through knowledge. In 2025, Karan founded Swatma Wellness in Ubud, Bali—a holistic sanctuary dedicated to restoring balance between body, mind, and soul. At Swatma, he brings together his extensive hospitality experience, global management expertise, and spiritual insights to craft immersive wellness experiences that are both luxurious and transformative. Karan envisions Swatma Wellness as more than an organization—it’s a philosophy. A reminder that wellness begins from within, and that when we reconnect with our “Swatma”—our true self—life becomes harmony in motion.
Karan Chhabra
Founder, Swatma Wellness | Entrepreneur | Holistic Hospitality & Travel Visionary | Wellness Coach
Gaurav Negi’s story is one of movement—of body, mind, and purpose. What began as a personal fascination with human performance evolved into a mission to help people move, heal, and live better. Today, as the Co-Founder of Swatma Wellness, Gaurav brings over a decade of global experience in fitness education, yoga therapy, and rehabilitation training to empower individuals and professionals to embrace holistic wellness. A certified Fitness & Yoga Professional, Gaurav’s career spans more thantwo decades of guiding clients, trainers, and educators toward lasting transformation. His approach blends modern exercise science with the timeless wisdom of yoga, creating programs that are not just about fitness—but about alignment, awareness, and recovery. As the Founder and Director of the Professional Fitness Education Institute (PFEI) in New Delhi, he has trained thousands of yoga teachers, personal trainers, and fitness instructors across India and abroad. His work redefined how movement professionals learn corrective exercise, biomechanics, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation—laying the foundation for safer, more effective practices. Before founding PFEI, Gaurav led as Managing Director of Human in Motion Pvt. Ltd., where he established strategic international partnerships and built training ecosystems that set new standards for professional education in fitness. Earlier in his journey, he honed his craft as Head Personal Trainer at Fitness First, developing custom wellness programs and inspiring hundreds of clients to achieve their goals through evidence-based, mindful movement. Gaurav’s expertise has taken him across continents—from teaching yoga and rehabilitation workshops in U.K, Australia, Dubai, Greece, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, the Philippines, and India, to collaborating with leading global fitness brands like Rehab Trainer, Crankit Fitness, and the Functional Training Institute (Australia). His innovative “Rehab Yoga” programs blend corrective exercise, anatomy, and yogic philosophy to restore strength, posture, and balance—earning him accolades such as Best Personal Trainer of the Year (Asia Fitness Convention 2015 & 2016). Academically, Gaurav holds a Master’s in Yoga Therapy from Uttarakhand Open University and 500 Hrs Yoga Teacher Training from Rishikesh, alongside international certifications as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA, USA) and Certified Personal Trainer (ACE, USA) and many more functional training certifications in the fitness world. His ongoing learning includes advanced credentials in Ayurveda Diet and Nutrition, Soft-Tissue Therapy (MCMT, USA), and Injury & Pain Management—reflecting his belief that knowledge must evolve as the body does. At Swatma Wellness, Gaurav leads with this integrated philosophy: movement is medicine. He envisions a world where physical vitality and inner stillness coexist—where every individual reconnects with their essence, their “Swatma.” Through structured training programs, mindfulness initiatives, and global collaborations, he continues to redefine what it means to live and teach well.
Gaurav Negi
Co-Founder, Swatma Wellness | Fitness & Yoga Professional | Rehab Specialist | Educator
Dr. Shishir Palsapure’s journey into mental wellness began with a deep curiosity about the human mind and a passion for helping people find meaning, balance, and strength in their lives. Trained as both a psychotherapist and homeopathic physician, he bridges science, empathy, and education to create impactful transformations in individuals and organizations worldwide. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Shishir has established himself as one of India’s leading experts in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT). As a certified CBT-REBT therapist and supervisor from the prestigious Albert Ellis Institute, New York and the Beck Institute, USA, he has mentored and trained thousands of mental health professionals, educators, and corporate teams across continents. His work reflects a rare blend of academic depth and heartfelt purpose. He holds advanced degrees including an MD in Homeopathy (Materia Medica), an MSc in Applied Psychology, and further certifications from Harvard University in Neuroimaging—collaborating with Massachusetts General Hospital and MIT. Beyond clinical work, Dr. Shishir has been a driving force in emotional education for schools through his CORE program and has designed preventive mental health initiatives for corporates and communities alike. He’s also brought psychological insights to unconventional spaces—training beauty pageant contestants to embrace confidence and authenticity from within. As an international speaker, Dr. Shishir has shared his expertise at numerous global conferences—from Spain and Romania to Russia, Peru, and Hawaii—representing India on the world stage in behavioral and cognitive sciences. His work extends into digital learning and media, with online courses and podcasts available on Udemy, Spotify, and Storytel, and innovative ventures like the Morphic Minds app and Path Rational AI Counselling platform—making mental wellness accessible to all. Today, as Co-Founder of Swatma Wellness, Dr. Shishir continues his mission: to help people rediscover their inner equilibrium (“Swatma”) and cultivate lasting mental wellness through evidence-based therapy, training, and compassion-driven innovation.
Dr. Shishir Palsapure
Co-Founder, Swatma Wellness | Psychotherapist | CBT-REBT Supervisor | Trainer | Speaker
FOUNDER'S NOTE
Namaste.
When I first arrived in Bali, I was searching — not for a destination, but for a deeper connection to my own soul. Like many, I had been living in a way that looked full on the outside, but felt empty within. My body was tired, my mind restless, and my spirit… quiet. I had lost touch with the part of me that was once deeply alive — aware, intuitive, and aligned.
Bali held me in that space. It invited me to slow down, to listen, to feel. It reminded me that true healing doesn’t come from doing more — it comes from being present. From coming back into awareness of the body and mind, and from honouring the sacred connection between the two.
It was here, through my own journey of healing, that Swatma was born.
This is not just a retreat — it is a sanctuary for the soul. A space where ancient wisdom meets modern healing. Where yoga, Ayurveda, spiritual practice, and mindful living come together in service of one simple, powerful intention: to help you reconnect with yourself.
Our yoga practices are rooted in more than movement — they are meditative journeys that awaken breath, presence, and body awareness. Through every posture and pause, we invite you to drop beneath the surface and truly feel.
Swatma integrates the timeless teachings of Ayurveda to guide your experience — from nourishing meals tailored to support your diet, Smart vegetarian food is thoughtfully crafted to nourish both the body and mind, using vibrant plant-based ingredients that are rich in nutrients and flavour. It emphasizes mindful preparation, sustainability, and balance — turning each meal into a conscious act of wellness.
Healing here is holistic. We offer therapies that go beyond the physical — from energy work and sound healing to bodywork and breathwork. Each practice is offered not to “fix” you, but to remind you of the wholeness that’s already within. Our team is here to support you, but it is your own soul, your own body wisdom, that ultimately guides your healing.
And woven through everything is spiritual practice — not in any rigid form, but as a daily return to the sacred: morning silence, movement in rhythm with nature, intention-setting, and gratitude. These are the quiet rituals that ground us in something deeper than the external world.
To everyone who steps through our doors: thank you for choosing to listen to the call within. Your presence here is not just a visit — it’s a homecoming. A sacred pause. A beginning.
And to this island — Bali — thank you for holding me, teaching me, and inspiring me to build a space where others can reconnect, realign, and remember who they are.
Om shanti
Karraan