T. K. V. Desikachar (born March 3, 1938, in Madras, India) was a renowned Indian yoga teacher and scholar. He was a core figure in modern yoga, known for his deep understanding of the traditional yoga philosophy and his efforts to adapt and make yoga accessible to a wider audience. As the son of the legendary Sri T. Krishnamacharya, Desikachar played a significant role in preserving and spreading the ancient teachings of yoga in a practical and personalized manner.