Practice of the Month
ISCM and Puducherry SCC promotes Yoga & Music Therapy for De-addiction 
The Institute of Salutogenesis and Complementary Medicine (ISCM) of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV), in association with the Mother Care Foundation (MCF)—a centre for alcohol and cannabis de-addiction and rehabilitation; organised and conducted an awareness program on de-addiction and rehabilitation — in collaboration with the Indian...
Bihar SCC convenes meeting, adopts strategic resolutions 
he Bihar State Chapter Committee of the Indian Yoga Association convened its meeting on 27 February 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Energy Yoga Healing Centre, Patna. The meeting was attended by all newly appointed Executive Committee members and focused on strengthening the...
MAHER spearheads community wellness initiative 
Reaffirming its commitment to community well-being and the propagation of yoga, the Faculty of Yoga Sciences and Therapy (FYST), Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education & Research, Chennai — an Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association — conducted a five-day Social Service Activities and Free...
Oordhvam Yoga marked National Youth Day with inspiring workshop at SIMATS, Chennai 
On the occasion of National Youth Day, Dr. Kaushik R, Founder of Oordhvam Yoga, an Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, delivered an inspiring one-day workshop titled “Elevate Your Well-Being: Tools for Calm Minds, Healthy Bodies & Stronger Connections.” The session took place at...
Yogis Foundation successfully held yoga and meditation camp in Ambasamudram 
The Yogis Foundation successfully held a two-day Yoga and Meditation Camp on 7th and 8th February 2026 at the Yogis Meditation Center, Ambasamudram, Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu. The camp witnessed enthusiastic participation from aspirants and yoga practitioners representing various regions across the state. Designed as...
S V Yogalaya, Chennai celebrates Republic Day, Ratha Saptami and hosts insightful Tapas Yoga Club session 
S V Yogalaya, Arumbakkam, Chennai, an Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, marked significant occasions with devotion, discipline, and yogic awareness through a series of meaningful programmes. On the occasion of Republic Day, a grand archery event was organized at S V Yoga Center,...
YogaPeace Sansthan organises “Anandam” programme to promote joyful living through yoga in rural Nepal 
Under the joint aegis of YogaPeace Sansthan and the Indian Yoga Association, an inspiring yoga-awareness programme titled “Anandam – How to Live Joyfully in Life” was successfully organized at Tribhuwan Higher Secondary School, Shankar Pokhari 33400, Ward No. 3, Pakhar Chor Parvat, Nepal. The programme...
Grand celebration of the 11th Surya Namaskar Vinyasa in Mumbai with over 200 participants 
Swayamsiddha Yoga, an Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, successfully organized its 11th Surya Namaskar Vinyasa with great enthusiasm and participation. Dedicated to the promotion of yoga for the past 30 years, the institution conducted this grand event under the able guidance of Yogacharya...
Art of Living with Gujarat SCC successfully organizes Yoga Mahotsav 
In a vibrant celebration of yoga and collective wellness, the Art of Living, in collaboration with the Indian Yoga Association – Gujarat Chapter, successfully organized Yoga Mahotsav at Deesa, Gujarat. The grand event witnessed the enthusiastic participation of more than 300 yoga practitioners and wellness...
Universal Peace Foundation conducts series of spiritual, educational and national events at Thirumoorthi Hills 
The Universal Peace Foundation, an Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, organized a series of spiritually enriching, educational, and nationally significant programmes during January and February 2026 at its Gnanapeedam, Thirumoorthi Hills. These events reflected the Foundation’s continued commitment to youth empowerment, spiritual awakening,...



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Nostalgia – IYA Unfolded
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Nostalgia – IYA Unfolded 

Constituted in 2008, Indian Yoga Association (IYA) has come a long way. The association is a maiden attempt to unite all yoga paramparas in a common cause. IYA is committed to promotion and advancement of Yoga and its applications around the world and industry-cum-self regulatory body to facilitate activities of member institutions. We bring to you those turning points in the history of IYA that have had an unforgettable impact and have taken the association to a completely different height.

IYA signs MoU with UPBTVP

Indian Yoga Association (IYA) signed the MoU with UP Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad (UPBTVP) on August 31, 2018 to work together as collabrative partnership for Yoga in Braj area. The event was attended by Shri Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh, Dr HR Nagendra, President, IYA, Smt.Kamlesh Barwal ji, Secretary General, IYA, Smt.Hema Malini ji, MLA, Mathura and others.

The MoU aimed at formation of Yoga Villages in Braj, Yoga Training Centers, Yoga in Healthcare, Yoga Skilling Programs and Centers, Yoga in Temples, Yoga Tourism, and Yoga Economic Zones. It was decided that UPBTVP will facilitate and coordinate all yoga activities of IYA in Braj area and IYA will provide all Yoga knowledge base and expertise for integration of yoga in Braj region development.

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