The founder of ParaYoga, Rod Stryker is widely considered to be one of the preeminent yoga and meditation teachers in the United States. He is renowned for his depth of knowledge, practical wisdom, and unique ability to transmit the deepest aspect of the teachings and practices to modern audiences and students from all walks of life. Rod has taught for more than thirty years, training teachers, leading corporate seminars, yoga retreats, and workshops throughout the world. Acclaimed as a leading voice for the ancient traditions, accomplished Yogi, teacher, lecturer, and writer, Rod's down-to-earth approach is informed as much by this mastery of the sublime teachings, as it is by his love and devotion to his wife and four children. Rod is the author of The Four Desires: Creating a Life of Purpose, Happiness, Prosperity and Freedom. He is on the advisory boards of the Kripalu Institute for Extraordinary Living, the give Back Yoga foundation and Yoga International magazine. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Himalayan Institute.