Yasmin Karachiwala

With an impressive career in the fitness industry spanning over three decades, Yasmin Karachiwala stands tall as a trailblazing expert, beaming head and shoulders above all competition. As the driving force behind the introduction of the ‘Pilates’ physical fitness system in India, Yasmin has earned unparalleled recognition as the foremost celebrity fitness trainer. Her clientele include some of Bollywood’s most iconic stars and luminaries from other fields too.

Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon, Hrithik Roshan, Ananya Pandey, Preity Zinta, Bipasha Basu, Nora Fatehi, Vaani Kapoor, Sophie Choudry, and Hardik Pandya, among others, rank among the beneficiaries of her expertise and experience. Yasmin Karachiwala is not just a fitness instructor; she is the guiding force that inspires her clients to maintain unwavering dedication to their fitness routines and embrace a healthier, happier lifestyle.

As the first BASI certified Pilates instructor in India, she introduced this concept to the country, single-handedly transforming it from a virtually unknown practice to a thriving discipline with ‘train-the-trainer’ programmes. Leveraging her extensive knowledge and experience, Yasmin Karachiwala co-authored the book ‘Sculpt and Shape: The Pilates Way’, providing insights into Pilates and its transformative impact on posture and life outlook. Notably, she is the first Balanced Body Master Pilates Instructor and Fletcher Pilates instructor in India.