We’re Building a Thriving Community of Wisdom Seekers—Welcome

At Gaja Collective, we’re creating a space where people come together to explore, grow, and deepen their understanding of timeless wisdom. It’s more than just courses—it’s a community of individuals, educators, and students who share a commitment to creating lives of peace, health, and purpose.

Gaja Certification Faculty

Dallas Brown

School Founder
CEO, Gaja Collective

Dr. Sheila Patel

Chief Medical Officer
Director of Ayurveda Programs

Roger Gabriel

Director of Meditation Programs

Sarah Platt-Finger

Director of Yoga Programs

Mary McEvilly Hernández

Director of Coaching

Laura Plumb

Vedic & Jyotish Scholar
Gaja Faculty

Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar

BAMS, MD, Ayurveda
Ayurvedic Expert
Gaja Faculty

Erica Lopez

Director of Community and Alumni Relations

Armenia Gary

Head of Admissions

Heather Haslem

Coach Mentor

Michelle Kabashinski

Coach Mentor

Isabelle Moreau

Coach Mentor

Micole Noble

Coach Mentor

Lorene Clark Lacayo

Coach Mentor

Pete Kirchmer

Gaja Coach Faculty

Kim Bauman

Yoga Mentor

Melanie Salvatore-August

Yoga Mentor

Pilin Anice

Yoga Mentor

Prema Posner

Yoga Mentor

A Note from Dallas Brown, CEO

Hello, and welcome to Gaja Collective!

I’m so glad you’ve found your way here. For nearly two decades, I've had the privilege of stewarding conscious communities and helping to share teachings that have the power to heal and transform. Gaja Collective is a natural extension of this mission—a place where we come together not just to learn, but to grow and connect with others on the same path.

We are more than just students or teachers; we are a community. A community that learns from each other, celebrates one another’s growth, and supports each other in our pursuit of well-being. I’m committed to nurturing this space, where wisdom and connection meet and flourish.

I can’t wait to see how this community grows with you, and I’m excited for what’s to come.

With love,
Dallas Brown

What Does "Gaja" Mean?

In Sanskrit, Gaja means elephant—a symbol of wisdom, learning, and abundance. These qualities represent everything we aspire to create with Gaja Collective–a space where you can embrace greater wisdom, feel supported in your growth, and experience abundance in all areas of your life.

Gaja Collective empowers you to transform your passion for holistic well-being and deeper purpose into a thriving profession—offering accredited, science-backed certifications, expert support, and a vibrant community to guide and inspire your journey every step of the way.

Gaja Collective is a woman-owned, licensed vocational school providing holistic, accredited mind-body-spirit education, services, and professional certification programs. We support an alumni community of more than 6,000 individuals who have created meaningful, impactful careers, and true healing in their families through the study and practice of meditation, yoga, ayurveda, and coaching. The 5,000 year-old wisdom traditions and multiple accreditations that anchor our programs are time-tested, proven, and deeply effective.

We invite you to join us in this community—a place where you can pursue your personal growth, engage with like-minded individuals, and access educational resources that are as relevant today as they’ve ever been. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting your journey, there’s a place for you here.