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Yogamaharishi Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj, one of the greatest Yoga masters of the past century established Yognat on 27, March 1993. Ranganathan.

Yognat is the local cultural wing of Yoga Jivana Satsangha (International), an International Organization founded in 1968 by Yogamahrishi Dr Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj and Ammaji, Kalaimamani Yogacharini Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani Yognat is the local cultural wing of Yoga Jivana Satsangha (International), an International Organization founded in 1968 with nearly 150 Centres in 30 countries and with headquarters at the International Centre for Yoga Education and Research (www.icyer.com). With the blessings of Pujya Swamiji who was hailed by many as the Father of Scientific Yoga, Yognat has brought national and international fame to Puducherry. The immense interest locally in Yoga, Bharata Natyam and the Carnatic Music is largely due to the efforts of Swamiji and Ammaji over the last five decades. Yognat is the continuation of the Sri Kambaliswamy Yoga and Fine Arts Programme for Youth started by Swamiji and Ammaji in 1975. More than 20,000 youth of Puducherry have received free training in Yoga and the Fine Arts. Yognat follows the Rishiculture Ashtanga Yoga tradition as propagated by Yogamaharishi Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj and the Kalakshetra Tradition of Smt. Rukmini Devi Arundale as taught by Padma Shri Adyar K. Lakshman in the Bharata Natyam training. Carnatic vocal music is taught in the tradition of Kalaimamani Srirengam Thiru R. Yognat has developed a world famous troupe that appears regularly in prestigious festivals all over India and also stages spectacular Bharata Natyam and Yoga performances yearly in Puducherry. Yognat is the only institute in Puducherry that has presented 50 FULL LENGTH (usually 2 3 hour’s duration) and MINI DANCE DRAMAS (usually more than 30 45 minutes).

02/10/2025

Auspicious Homam for Vijayadashami as part of the official inauguration of the new annex building today. Join us for the session this afternoon at 4.30 pm

17/09/2025

India’s timeless spiritual heritage has found renewed global recognition in the last decade. In this special programme, Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Professor of Yoga Therapy & Director, Institute of Salutogenesis and Complementary Medicine (ISCM), Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Pondicherry, shares insights on India’s resurgence as a spiritual guru of the world — through yoga and beyond.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VY5ij4stCys

This interview is part of the Seva Parv campaign, celebrating 11 years of transformative governance under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

India’s timeless spiritual heritage has found renewed global recognition in the last decade. In this special programme, Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Profes...

09/09/2025

Salangai Puja of Vidya Komadi on 29 August 2025 at ICYER, Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India. She is a Sishya (disciple) of her Natya Gurus Natyamamani Yogacharini Smt Devasena Bhavanani and Kalaimamani Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani.

Salangai Puja of Vidya Komadi on 29 August 2025 at ICYER, Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India. She is a Sishya (disciple) of her Natya Gurus Natyamamani Yogach...

03/09/2025

Happy Birthday Lalitha Miss

25/04/2025

Get ready to ignite your inner divine light this May by joining our Annual May Summer Intensive 2025, a transformative one-month program that combines the ancient wisdom of Yoga, the elegance of Bharatanatyam, the spiritual power of Shloka Chanting, and the empowerment of Self Defense.

With the auspicious blessings of Param Pujya Yogamaharishi Dr.Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj and Ammaji Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani and guidance of Rishiputra Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani and Shaktimaa Yogacharini Devasena Bhavanani Miss, immerse yourself in these holistic practices and discover a deeper connection with your body, mind, and spirit. Perfect for those seeking personal growth, wellness, and a sense of community.

OPEN TO ANYONE AND ANY LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE!

When: Every Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Duration: One Month, 5th May onwards
Where: Yoganjali Natyalayam, Pondicherry
https://maps.app.goo.gl/TwVKYBXJS1J876Lu6?g_st=ac

Limited spots available! Register now and embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment.

Contact us for more details and registration!

Yours in Yoga,
Dhivya Priya Bhavanani
Deputy Director of Yoganjali Natyalayam-YOGNAT
Convenor (Youth Affairs) of IYA Puducherry Chapter of Indian Yoga Association

21/04/2025

Reconnect! Recharge!! Reawaken!!!

Good news! Anyone can join us!! Children, Adolescents and Adults or even as a family. Even freshers to Yoga as well as YOGNAT are wholeheartedly welcome.

From 2nd to 4th May 2025, immerse yourself in the magic of yoga, surrounded by like-hearted souls and nature’s serenity. This residential camp isn’t just a break — it’s a beautiful new beginning.

🗓️ First Weekend of May
☀️ Friday, Saturday & Sunday
📍ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, South India

Block your dates and register your spots soon!

Yours in Yoga,
Dhivya Priya Bhavanani
Coordinator of CAMP 2025,
Deputy Director of Yoganjali Natyalayam-YOGNAT Yognat Family International
Convenor (Youth Affairs) of IYA Puducherry Chapter, Indian Yoga Association

Yogamaharishi Dr.Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj Ammaji Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani Yogacharini Devasena Bhavanani ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry Rishiculture Ashtanga (Gitananda) Yoga Institute of Salutogenesis and Complementary Medicine Puducherry Yogasana Sports Association ISCM Family Worldwide

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25, 2nd Cross, Iyyanar Nagar
Nagar
605013

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0413-2241561

Website

http://www.rishiculture.in/

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