Upcoming
International Day of Yoga celebration (IDY - 2024)

Get ready to celebrate International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2024 with the IITB community! This special event, observed globally on June 21st, is an opportunity for all of us to come together and embrace the holistic benefits of yoga. Stay tuned for the detailed schedule and registration information, which will be shared soon. We encourage everyone to mark their calendars and prepare to immerse themselves in the spirit of yoga. Let's make International Day of Yoga 2024 a memorable and transformative experience for the entire IITB community!


Date - June 21

Time - 6:00 to 8:30 AM & 5:30 to 7:30 PM

Venue - Indoor Badminton court, Opposite Hostel-3

Ongoing
50 days of IDY 2024 series:

Are you looking to live a healthier, more fulfilling life? If so, we at Yogastha invite you to join our 50-day IDY series, which is designed to help you achieve just that. Our series includes a range of activities, from workshops and talk sessions to Yogathon challenges and competitions, both online and offline. By participating in these events, you'll not only have the chance to win exciting prizes but also learn about the many benefits of yoga and how it can transform your life.

Visit here for more details

Recent
Siddha Samadhi Yoga

We in coordination with Siddha Samadhi Yoga (Website: Siddha Samadhi Yoga (ssy.org)) are pleased to introduce our alumnus Shri Narayana will conduct a Powerful Yoga Course on our campus from 10th May. It is a 17-day course that includes a few days' stay at a beautiful Ashram in the countryside outside Mumbai.

The course has a registration fee (Rs. 500) and is prioritized on a first-come first-served basis. Registration has already started and only a limited number of seats are available


Date - 10th to 26 May

Time - 5:30 to 8:30 PM

Venue - Yoga room of Old SAC

Ashram visit - 23rd to 26th, with sattvic food

Exclusive Workshop with Avinash Gautam!

Get ready to embark on a transformative journey through the art of yoga! We're thrilled to announce an exclusive workshop led by the esteemed Avinash Gautam, a distinguished yoga practitioner, and instructor renowned for his expertise and passion for the ancient discipline.


Date - May 11 & 12

Time - 7:00 to 8:30 PM (May 11) & 6:30 to 8:30 PM (May 12)

Venue - Yoga room, New SAC, Opposite to hostel 11

Registration link : https://forms.gle/9A8NKHUwF56RfKiZ8

Mathematics and Well-Being

We were delighted to invite you to a thought-provoking talk session on "Mathematics and Well-Being" by the esteemed Prof. Madhusudan Manjunath from the Mathematics Department, IIT Bombay. This session aims to explore the fascinating intersection between mathematics and well-being, shedding light on how mathematical principles can contribute to our overall health and happiness


Date - May 05, 2024

Time - 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Venue - Yoga Room, IIT Bombay

Mini Yogathon

We announced the Mini Yogathon (54 Surya Namaskar Challenge)

This Mini Yogathon kicks off the 50-day series leading up to the International Day of Yoga.

All participants received a Certificate of Appreciation. For those who participated in at least 1 practice session and completed the Mini Yogathon Challenge, we have a surprise for you! All prizes and certificates will be distributed on 21st June.


Date - May 04, 2024

Time - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Venue - New SAC

Digital Detoxification

Yogastha invited you to delve into the art of digital detoxification, a sanctuary of serenity amidst the chaos of the digital age.

Research indicates that about 61% of people admit they're addicted to the internet and their digital screens. This constant connection can lead to self-image problems, low self-esteem etc. However, a digital detox, where you intentionally reduce your online time or disconnect completely, can offer numerous benefits. It can help you calm down, feel content, boost productivity.


Date - April 13, 2024

Time - 5:15 - 6:15 pm

Venue - FC Kohli Auditorium

Siddha Samadhi Yoga & Decoding Disease and Health

Shri Narayana Ji, class of 1991, returned to IIT Bombay on March 30th and 31st to share his knowledge about yoga and wellness. It was 2-day series of events:


MARCH 30th (About- Siddha Samadhi Yoga)

LA 002 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

The talk explored what Yoga really means at a deeper level and elucidate the tangible and intangible benefits that Siddha Samadhi Yoga provides, helping us in day-to-day living as well as in the long term.


MARCH 31st (About- Decoding Disease and Health)

LT PCSA from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

The talk delved into this very aspect in a holistic way and provide deep insights into how we can maintain a vibrant, healthy body irrespective of any external circumstances

Sat Bir Singh Khalsa

It was an enlightening talk session where we explored "The Research Evidence Base for Basic and Applied Multidisciplinary Research on Yoga followed by QnA by Sat Bir Singh Khalsa".This session was intellectually stimulating and informative.

'Sat Bir Singh Khalsa'- An associate Professor at Harvard Medical School. Renowned for his interdisciplinary expertise, Khalsa pioneers research at yoga's forefront, probing its impact on health, wellness, and sleep patterns. His work significantly advances understanding of mind-body interventions.


Topic: Basic and applied interdisciplinary research on Yoga

Date - March 20th

Time - 5:15 - 6:15 pm

Venue - SJMSOM Auditorium

Yoga Camp

Team Yogastha brings you a calming 5-day long yoga camp conducted in association with the trained professionals from Shri Ambika Yoga Kutir. The camp will introduce participants to the fundamentals of yoga, featuring guided sessions on the following practices, to promote mental, physical and spiritual wellbeing.

  1. Introduction of Yoga, Shuddhi kriyas
  2. Shatkarmas
  3. Preliminary pranayama such as kapalbhati, Ujjai etc
  4. Introduction to Asanas and its practices
  5. Tratak, Omkar meditation

The participants would also develop a keen understanding of yoga and how it can be applied to our daily life to enhance our overall health and wellness.


Days: Monday, 11th March - Friday 15th March

Time: 5:45 - 8:00 PM

Venue: 3rd Floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, Opp. Hostel 11

Meditation for Midsemester

As mid-semester exams approached, Team Yogastha hosted a transformative workshop led by experienced members. Focused on enhancing concentration, positivity, and addressing anxiety, attendees gained practical tools to navigate exam challenges and cultivate calm amidst academic pressures.

The workshop is free and open to everyone.


Details:

Date and time: 6pm – 6:45pm, 18th Feb (Sunday)

Venue: Yoga room, third floor, New SAC, opposite to Hostel 11

Contact: +91 6394708089 (Anika) | +91 8318806303 (Divyansh) for any queries

Breakthrough with Sri Krishna ji

An exclusive gathering where Sri Krishnaji unveiled the secrets to effective stress management and provided tools to navigate life's challenges. Together, we delved into the serene world of meditation.

Thank you to everyone who attended the workshop.


Details:

Speaker: Sri Krishna ji

Date: 11 Feb 2024, Sunday (5:00PM onwards)

Venue: LA002, LH Complex

Contact: yogastha.iitb@gmail.com or Harish Kumbar - 9116071709 for any queries

Pranayama Workshop

Team Yogastha recently concluded an enlightening Pranayama workshop, offering participants a deep dive into breath control techniques for holistic wellness.


Details:

Speaker: Vaishali Vaidya

Date: January 19th (Friday Evening)

Venue: Yoga Hall, New SAC, Opposite to Hostel 11, 3rd Floor

Rhythmic Breathing and your Health

Team Yogastha in association with the institute's NSO yoga organized a transformative 3 days workshop on 'Rhythmic Breathing and your Health led by our esteemed NSO Yoga instructor, Dr. Deepak Parmar sir (PhD in stress management (Yoga)). Its all about learning and exploring the intriguing connection among breathing, body and mind with a renowned expert in this domain.


Details:

Instructor: Dr. Deepak Parmar

Date:27 Oct, 3 Nov and 10 Nov, 2023 (All Fridays)

Venue: Screening room, third floor, New SAC, opposite to Hostel 11

NrityaYogsutra for Stress Management and Physical Health

Yogastha conducted an amazing workshop on 'NrityaYogsutra for Stress Management and Physical Health,' featuring the renowned professional Dr. Sangeeta Pethkar. It was a unique combination of Nritya and Yoga that enhanced physical health and offered deep relaxation and mindfulness.


Details:

Instructor: Dr. Sangeeta Pethkar

Date:28 and 29 October 2023 (Saturday and Sunday)

Venue: Yoga room, third floor, New SAC, opposite to Hostel 11

'Meditation: Meaning, how to Meditate & its effects on the Mind and Body'

Yogastha hosted meditation workshop featuring the renowned Doctor Nita Kamat focusing on - Meaning, how to Meditate & its effects on the Mind and Body with live meditation session.


Details:

Speaker: Dr. Nita Kamat

Date: Saturday, 7 October, 2023

Venue: F. C. Kohli Auditorium, Ground Floor New CSE Building, Opp. Gulmohar Cafe.

Lifestyle Engineering

Yogastha recently organized a talk session on "Lifestyle Engineering". The esteemed speaker, Mr. Niranjan Pendharkar, an alumnus of IISc and architect at Google, inferred a wonderful presentation on spirituality and lifestyle engineering. He discussed various concepts and amazing techniques to keep a healthy body and sound mind. More than 70 participants including students, staff and faculties gathered and enjoyed the session.


Details:

Date: 28th September, 2023

Venue: F. C. Kohli Auditorium

Hatha Yoga Workshop

Yogastha hosted a Hatha Yoga Workshop with Dr. Kush Panchal. He guided us in exploring Hatha Yoga for self-discovery. 50+ participants joined the workshop. All embraced the various Hata Yoga techniques and enjoyed all the moments.


Details:

Date: 31st August 2023

Venue: 3rd floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, opp. Hostel 11

How Postures Affect Emotions - Practical Exposition

Yogastha recently organized a workshop that explores the intriguing connection between postures and emotions. Led by the esteemed Birjoo Mehta, a dedicated student of Yogacharya B K S Iyengar since 1974.


Details:

Date: 19th August 2023

Venue: 3rd floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, opp. Hostel 11

International Day of Yoga (IDY 2023):

The International Day of Yoga happens every year on June 21st. It's a worldwide event that encourages people to be healthy in their bodies and minds through yoga, an old practice from India. Yogastha, a group that cares about wellness, is a big supporter of this day. On 21st June we conduct CYP (common yoga protocol), talk sessions and yogathon. Also, we start 50-day IDY series, which is designed to help you achieve just that. By participating in these events, you'll not only have the chance to win exciting prizes but also learn about the many benefits of yoga and how it can transform your life. All of this helps show how yoga can make us feel better and more balanced. It's like a reminder to take care of ourselves and our minds, and Yogastha is a part of making that happen.

i-Meditate

As the demands of academic life increase, it is important to take some time out and focus on our well-being. That's why we are inviting you to participate in "i-meditate", a Yoga and Meditation Workshop starting from 12th April, 2023. This workshop is designed to help you manage stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues that can arise during your academic journey and will also help in improving physical fitness. The benefits of yoga and meditation are well documented, and we believe that incorporating these practices into your daily routine can improve your overall health and well-being. We understand that your schedule may be busy, but we encourage you to take some time out for yourself and join us for this workshop.


Eligibility - open to all. no pre-requisites.

Duration - 2 months (starting from 12th April, 2023)

Days: Every Wednesday and Saturday

Time: 7 - 8 PM

Venue: Yoga Room, 3rd Floor, New Gymkhana Building, Opp. Hostel 11

Contact: Praveen Kant - 9949563009 | Shubham Giri - 9733535102

Click here to register

Yoga Camp

Yogastha organized a 5-day Yoga Camp featuring morning yoga sessions and evening meditation practices. The camp covered a wide range of yoga practices, including balance and flexibility, asanas and meditation, yogic detox techniques, emotion management yoga, self-compassion and acceptance, and breath awareness. Additionally, talk sessions were conducted on the youth zen mastery program, Ayurvedic lifestyle and yoga for women.


Details:

Date: 5th April to 9th April, 2023

Speakers: Dr. Vikas Chothe, the founder of Swasti Yoga Centre, MD and PhD in Ayurvedic medicine, Yoga Ambassador for the Indian government and Dr. Shwetambari Chothe, the co-founders of Swasti Yoga Centre, MD Homoeopathy and Anatomy and Physiology, Assistant professor at LMF Homoeopathic Medical College in Pune

Venue: 3rd floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, opp. Hostel 11

Contact: Harish Kumbar - 9116071709 | Gaurav Prajapati - 7041451597

Mini Yogathon

Yogastha organized a Mini Yogathon challenge which received an overwhelming response from participants. Over 100 people registered for the challenge, out of which more than 50 actively participated. In preparation for the challenge, three practice sessions were conducted in regular morning sessions to provide participants with the necessary training and guidance. During the challenge, almost all the participants were able to perform 72 rounds of Surya Namaskar, which is an impressive feat. Special recognition was given to the top 16 performers who completed all the rounds with perfect postures. These performers were awarded special prizes as a recognition of their achievements. Overall, the Mini Yogathon challenge provided an excellent opportunity for participants to test their physical endurance and mental focus while also promoting the practice of yoga. The challenge was a resounding success, with participants showing enthusiasm and dedication throughout.


Details:

Date: 11th of February 2023

Venue: 3rd floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, opp. Hostel 11

Increasing Concentration and Focus of the mind

Yogastha organized a session with a focus on improving concentration and focus, as well as strategies for managing distractions and staying motivated. The session was led by Dr. EV Swaminathan, who is a Corporate Trainer with a specialization in integrating science with spirituality. Dr. Swaminathan is a renowned expert in his field and has appeared on numerous television talk shows, providing guidance and insights on how individuals can improve their concentration and focus. During the session, Dr. Swaminathan shared practical tips and techniques that participants can incorporate into their daily routines to enhance their ability to concentrate and stay focused. He also provided strategies for managing distractions and staying motivated, which are essential skills for success in any field. The session provided a valuable opportunity for participants to learn from an expert in the field of corporate training and spirituality and to gain practical insights that can help them achieve their goals and succeed in their chosen pursuits.


Details:

Date: 29 January 2023

Speaker: - Dr. EV Swaminathan

Venue: 3rd floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, opp. Hostel 11

Sahaja Yoga Workshop

Yogastha conducted a workshop with the aim of providing participants with simple meditation techniques that can help them stay calm, handle stress, and maintain physical and mental well-being. The session was led by three experienced speakers - Dr. Sandeep Rai, Dr. Madhur Rai, and Dr. Devdutt Rai. These speakers shared their knowledge and insights on meditation techniques that are easy to learn and can be incorporated into daily life. The workshop also included a practical experience of "Sahaja-Yoga" or "Simple Meditation", which provided participants with a wholesome experience of the benefits of meditation. Overall, the workshop provided a practical and meaningful approach to incorporating meditation as a tool for enhancing mental and emotional well-being. The speakers' expertise and practical guidance, combined with the practical meditation experience, made the session a valuable and enriching experience for all participants.


Details:

Date: 14th of January 2023

Speaker: - Dr. Sandeep Rai, Dr. Madhur Rai, and Dr. Devdutt Rai

Venue: 3rd floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, opp. Hostel 11

Meditation Marathon

An online session was conducted that provided the participants with an opportunity to experience deep meditation. The session was led by Dr. BK Bandre and Rahul Taparia from alwaysliveyoga, who introduced meditation as a technique that can help individuals to pause, relax and take control of situations. Towards the end of the session, a marathon was conducted where some participants were able to meditate for more than an hour. Overall, the session provided a meaningful and practical approach to incorporating meditation as a tool for enhancing mental and emotional well-being.


Details:

Date: 3rd Dec 2022

Speaker: Dr. BK Bandre and Rahul Taparia

Online mode

Yogic IKIGAI and Life along with Yogic Panchsutras

Yogastha organized a session that was primarily centered around exploring the meaning and purpose of life, as well as the reasons for being. The session featured a talk by Dr. Vikas Chothe, who is highly qualified in Ayurvedic medicine and holds an MD and Ph.D. degree in this field. Dr. Chothe is also a certified yoga instructor by AYUSH and QCI India and has previously served as a Yoga Ambassador for the government of India. Currently, he is serving as an examiner for the Yoga Certification Board at TQ Cert (TATA projects).


Details:

Date: 26th and 27th Nov 2022

Speaker: Dr. Vikas Chothe

Venue: 3rd floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, opp. Hostel 11

Lifestyle Engineering

Yogastha organized an orientation session to introduce UG freshers to Yogastha and its mission. The session aimed to provide participants with an overview of Yogastha's activities and to encourage them to become involved in the organization. The keynote speaker for the session was Mr Anurag Pareek, who provided valuable insights on the benefits of yoga and how Yogastha is working to promote yoga practice in the community. Through this orientation session, Yogastha aimed to create awareness among freshers about the importance of yoga and its benefits and inspire them to do and practice yoga.


Details:

Date:19th Feb 2022

Speaker: Mr Anurag Pareek & Team Yogastha (Sneha, Shachi, Yash, Harish and Gaurav)

Venue: Venue: FC Kohli Auditorium

Mini Yogathon

It is a challenge to perform 54 Surya Namaskar, which is an initiative to promote Yoga and establish a regular practice for a healthier lifestyle. Yogastha provides three practice sessions to complete the challenge.


Details:

Date: 15th OCt , 2022 (Saturday)

Time: 6:00 (evening)

Venue: 3rd floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, Opp. Hostel 11

Practice sessions: you may join any of the session to train yourself for mini-yogathon

  • Morning sessions on 12-14 Oct 6:30 AM

Click here to register

Contact: yogastha.iitb@gmail.com or 6394708089 / 6300728098

The Five Tibetans Yoga Workshop

Is it possible to reverse your aging? Or have you thought about detoxifying your body? Or to simply increase energy in your body? How about nailing all this with a practice of just 15 minutes a day? Yogastha, IIT-B is organizing “The Five Tibetans Yoga Workshop”, a form of yoga originated in Tibet. This workshop will introduce you to the Five Tibetan Rites of Rejuvenation, as they are called. These can be practiced in a time of just 15 minutes and help you balance the chakras, realign the body’s energies, improve digestion and eyesight, enhance calmness in the mind along with numerous other benefit


Details:

Date: 14th Oct (Friday), 2022

Time: 6:00 (evening)

Venue: 3rd floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, Opp. Hostel 11

Click here to register

Contact: Sneha | 6300728098

Posture Alignment Workshop


Details:

Date: 7th Oct(Friday), 2022

Time: 5:30-7:00 PM (evening)

Venue: 3rd floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, Opp. Hostel 11

Click here to register

Contact: 6300728098

Learn To Reverse Chronic Diseases Naturally

Let's play the UNO reverse card to Chronic Diseases. Yogastha brings this session for you to know how to reverse chronic diseases naturally by a method worked upon by researchers around the world, based on plant based whole food, detoxification, cicadian rhythm, physical activity, emotional & spiritual health.


Details:

Date: 1st Oct(Saturday)

Time: 2:00-4:00 PM

Instructor: Lalit M Kapoor (IITK'71)

Venue: LH101, IIT Bombay

Click here to register

Contact: 7877482605

Mind Mastery Workshop

You can not control what goes outside but you can always control what goes INSIDE. Hence, Yogastha is organizing a Mind Mastery workshop for you all. The workshop will be conducted by Kush Panchal who will guide you through- smart study techniques, refreshing meditation techniques, dynamic yoga sequence for youth, stress management along with QnA session. If you want to learn how to increase memory power, understand real fitness, and dance flow to set free please join the session on:


Details:

Date: 23rd Aug Oct, 2022

Time: 6:00-8:00 PM

Instructor: Dr. kush Panchal (International Yoga Tariner)

Venue: 3rd Floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, Opp. Hostel 11

Click here to register

Workshops
Hath Yoga Workshops

Title: Hatha Yoga : Intensive Vinyasa with Amit Srividya


Time: 7 - 8:30 PM
Venue: Yoga room, 3rd floor, MPH, New SAC building, Opp. Hostel 11
Fee: INR 500/-

Pranayam Workshop

Yogastha is back with Pranayamma and relaxtion techniques work shop in the festival season of lights and hopes and to over come the stress of End-Semister exams with wishes and good luck


Time: 6:30 - 7:35 AM
Venue: Yoga room, 3rd Floor, New SAC, Opp. Hostel 11.
Contact: Shashibhushan | 9738871153 WhatsApp Image

Talks
A talk by Sri M

Yogastha-The Wellness Club of IIT Bombay is happy to organise a talk on "Yoga-The Way to rejuvenate your mind & body" by Sri M.

Event Details

Time: 5:30 pm onwards

Venue: LH101

LECTURE HALL COMPLEX

Youth and Truth with Sadhguru

Students in conversation with Sadhguru-The Yogi, mystic and visionary of modern times.


Day: Thursday
Time: 5:00 PM
Venue: Convocation hall, IITB

Talk on YOGA : The Science and Biomedical Research

Yoga is an ancient behavioral practice that allows for the development of mind-body skills including awareness / mindfulness and self-regulation of internal physiological and psychological states. This talk will review some of the basic science underlying the psychophysiology of yoga practices and describe some of the cutting edge biomedical research studies with relevance to yoga, including research on molecular biology and brain imaging. Models of psychophysiological mechanisms of action and current areas of research will be presented. We will also overview the significant research on the benefits of yoga as a therapeutic intervention, and as a preventive medicine practice for maintaining health, wellness and well-being. Research supporting the potential of yoga as a contemplative and transformative practice that enhances unitive states of consciousness and spirituality will also be reviewed.


Speaker: Dr. Sat Bir Singh Khalsa, Harvard Medical School
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Venue: FC Kohli Auditorium, KReSIT Building