Yoga Master - Arjuna
Raised in the rural high desert landscapes New Mexico, Kalidasa’s early years were steeped in the rhythms of the natural world on his grandparents’ cattle ranch. His deep connection to the earth and the divine was nurtured by the unwavering devotion of his grandparents to Our Lady of Guadalupe, which left a sacred imprint on his young spirit. Rooted in a powerful lineage of Curanderas—respected practitioners of traditional Mexican healing arts—Kalidasa inherited a natural affinity for the divine feminine and a profound sense of spiritual protection and inner magic. These formative experiences were the foundation of his spiritual awakening, long before he consciously embarked on a path of healing and self-realization.
A life-altering injury in adolescence became a turning point, catalyzing Kalidasa’s journey into yoga and energy mastery. What began as a seemingly accidental introduction to yoga quickly revealed itself as a destined path when a single breath during Warrior III posture ignited a powerful surge of life force energy. This moment unveiled his innate ability to channel, regulate, and transform energy through embodied practice. Guided by the benevolence of the divine mother, Kalidasa’s quest for healing has taken him around the world, learning from humble yet profound teachers across cultures. His work now integrates these universal truths, shared through a deeply personal lens. Kalidasa has been initiated in Kundalini Tantra and is an Aguila del Fuego in the Mexica Tradition. His teachings are a fusion and extension of his personal journ
Master Trainer - C.J. Chavez
Curt “C.J.” Chavez brings the experience and stories of failures, breakthroughs, and successes of over 1.5 million lives he has touched through his company, eVOLV Strong, and its wellness programming. He is a Certified Personal Trainer and has been in the fitness industry for over 25 years. He is a native New Mexican and an alumnus of the Harvard Graduate School of Business. His fitness programming is used by individuals worldwide and most notably by some of the best bodies of Universal Studios pictures. He is a TEDx speaker, a Leadership Instructor for the Mexican University BUAPP, and an International Leadership Coach through the Global Wellness Initiative. The United States SBA has recognized C.J.’s work as Entrepreneur of the Year, the Department of Commerce’s Businessperson of the Year, and numerous other National and International awards. His Company, eVOLV Strong, was named a COVID Hero for providing free virtual fitness classes for over 2 years and was recently named Global Health’s Wellness Company of the Year.
C.J.’s passion is bringing out the absolute best in his clients using fitness as his craft. His art is movement that he has turned into a science. He is the creator of the Phoenix Method and Shred, some of the industry's most sought-after programs. His motto is that he “Never Gives Up.”
