International Yoga Day, 2016
Every year on the 21st June, people from more than 170 countries including USA, China, Canada etc participate and celebrate the International Yoga Day. This includes all members, observer states, United Nations system organizations, other international organizations, regional organizations, civil society, governmental organizations, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. To add interest to this event, various activities are organized like yoga training campus, yoga competitions, meetings, discussions, debates, cultural programmes and other such activities. This event aims to raise awareness among the masses about yoga and the benefits associated with it.
Watch out for upcoming events being hosted by some of these organizations:
- Isha Foundation: Attend free workshops organized by Isha Foundation in Various cities across India as well as other parts of the globe including USA, Canada and Europe. Learn Sadilaja and Yoga Namaskar postures, Kriya (breathing techniques), Nada Yoga and Meditation. The workshops welcome all above 7 years and you need not be experienced in yoga or have any particular fitness level. The duration of the workshop sessions last between 30 to 90 minutes.
2. Guild of Yoga: Celebrate International Yoga Day for a good cause with Guild of Yoga, Surrey, UK. Attend sessions on breathing and different postures by Puran Bhardwaj, Mysore Yoga with Emily Young, Pranay Shukla’s sessions on Yoga Nidra, Vinyasa Yoga sessions conducted by Garry and speeches on yoga by great masters and speakers. Don’t miss out on the ‘Taste of India’ buffet lunch. Attend afternoon sessions on the origin of Yoga, its benefits on the 21st century with music and chanting. The admission to the event will be based on first come first serve basis.
3. NamaStacy Yoga Corporation: Join the NamaStacy Yoga Corporation from 5 pm to 10 pm(EDT) on 21st June 2016,in Florida , United States. Practice Meditation, get your kids too to enjoy Kids Yoga with Lexi Hidalgo. Attend Acro Yoga Demos, Drum Circles and enjoy Live Music with all of your favorite vendors.
4. Alexandra Palace: Join in the celebration of the U.N. International Yoga Day with Alexandra Palace, London on 19th June 2016. Attend free sessions of Yoga and meditation by leading yoga teachers. Take your friends and family even if they are just beginners as this is a great opportunity for beginners in Yoga. The event is to be held in the grounds of Alexandra Palace from 8 am onwards.
5. Rishikul Yogshala: Celebrate the entire month of June, with Rishikul Yogshala at Rishikesh, India with like minded yogis. Participate and get opportunities for being selected to a 300 hour yoga teacher training scholarship. 50 individuals get the golden opportunity to take their yoga career a step ahead and return to their respective home countries to spread the knowledge of yoga. Get access to worldwide free yoga sessions, Karma Yoga projects and Celebratory fire Havan for peace in the world.
The International Yoga Day is a meaningful way of promoting global peace and harmony. As the world faces the onslaughts of terrorism and communal violence , this event helps to bring about a transformation in the hearts and minds of the society by uniting people and spreading the message of love and brotherhood. Make this day an eventful one by spending it in a meaningful way. This International Yoga Day , attend workshops and other events conducted by various organizations and enrich your knowledge base in the field of yoga