Yogastha has been conducting regular yoga sessions. These sessions usually include warm-up, asanas, pranayamas, and meditation.
These Yoga sessions are free for all IITB residents. Registration NOT required, just come and join the group.
Morning 645am - 745am: Every Monday to Friday
Evening 7pm - 8pm: Every Wednesday and Friday
Venue: 3rd Floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, Opp. Hostel 11
Contact: 911 6071 709
Decoding Disease and Health : This talk will delve into this very aspect in a wholistic way and provide deep insights into how we can maintain a vibrant, healthy body irrespective of any external circumstances
When ? Sunday, 31 March 2024, 10-1130 am
Where ? LTPCSA
*About the Speaker:* Sri Narayana Ji completed his B.Tech from IIT Bombay in 1991. He has more than 2 decades of entrepreneurial experience and has been one of the pioneers in the field of industrial automation. He is a senior yoga teacher with three decates of practice and is associated with Rishi Sanskrithi Vidya Kendra (RSVK), which is a nonprofit organization created by Guruji Rishi Prabhakar.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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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
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
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
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
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
Contact: yogastha.iitb@gmail.com or 6394708089 / 6300728098
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
Contact: Sneha | 6300728098
Details:
Date: 7th Oct(Friday), 2022
Time: 5:30-7:00 PM (evening)
Venue: 3rd floor, MPH, New Gymkhana Building, Opp. Hostel 11
Contact: 6300728098
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
Contact: 7877482605
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
Title: Hatha Yoga : Intensive Vinyasa with Amit Srividya
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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
Students in conversation with Sadhguru-The Yogi, mystic and visionary of modern times.
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