It was founded under the legendary Yogi Dr BKS Iyengar.
Indian Yoga Association (IYA)
IYA is a self-regulatory Body of all Yoga Organizations
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is the Chairman and Pujya Maa Dr. Hansaji Yogendra is the President of IYA.
04/04/2026
"Longevity: Starts at the Moment of Conception," says Guruji Rishiputra Balayogi Dr Anandaji
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani Sannidhi Gitananda Integrative Therapies Academy ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry
Many of us think longevity is a "senior" topic—something to worry about once we hit sixty. But the truth is, your longevity story began at the moment of conc...
01/04/2026
✨ Instagram Live Series | Yog Samvaad ✨
The Indian Yoga Association brings to you an insightful session on:
🌿 IYA PrCB: Powering Your Career
Join us for an enriching conversation with:
👤 Dr. SP Mishra ji – CEO, Personnel Certification Board (PrCB), IYA
💡 Discover how Personnel Certification Board can shape your journey in the field of Yoga and open new professional pathways.
🔔 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and interact with experts!
25/03/2026
A Global Gathering of Yoga Minds
Save the Date for the
National Conclave – Celebrating Diversity in Yoga
🗓 29-30 May 2026
📍 Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute, Lonavala, Maharashtra
Be a part of an inspiring journey that brings together traditions, innovations, and voices from the world of yoga.
More updates coming soon… stay connected!
22/03/2026
Haryana State Chapter, IYA - Flow Like Water
21/03/2026
20/03/2026
The "Yoga Industry" is booming, but is it losing its soul? In a candid conversation at the International Yoga Festival, Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavananiji, Joint Secretary of the Indian Yoga Association, challenges the very core of modern yoga commerce.
Discover why he calls it an "oxymoron" and explore:
The danger of "grabbing" vs. "receiving."
The shift from "Get, Get, Get and Forget" to "Give, Give, Give and Forgive."
Why India is reclaiming its role as the source of yoga standards.
Get ready to deepen your perspective. Read the full post now!
Have you ever tried to hold a fist so tight that your knuckles turn white?
19/03/2026
Happy Navratri!
May this auspicious festival fill your life with positivity, strength, and divine energy. As we celebrate the power of Maa Durga, may your yoga journey continue to bring balance, peace, and inner harmony.
Wishing you and your family health, happiness, and spiritual growth. Stay blessed and keep shining!
18/03/2026
18/03/2026
Get Your IYA Certificate Today!
Unlock your recognition with the IYA Certificate and enjoy FREE Membership—exclusively for qualified yoga learners!
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It is a pleasure to share glimpses from the Orientation Program of the Indian Yoga Association (IYA) held at the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, 68 Ashoka Road, New Delhi— a proud founding member of IYA.
The event witnessed the enthusiastic participation of yoga students and professionals, all united by a shared commitment to learning, growth, and the true essence of yoga.
The Indian Yoga Association (IYA) is a pioneering initiative that brings together India’s diverse and rich yoga traditions under one umbrella. With a vision to protect, preserve, and promote the authentic heritage of yoga, it represents India’s timeless contribution to the health, harmony, and well-being of humanity.
IYA strives to establish itself as the central platform for authentic yoga by uniting, protecting, preserving, and standardizing the varied traditions of yoga in India, while promoting a yogic lifestyle that harmoniously integrates ancient wisdom with contemporary relevance, making yoga accessible to all.
Proud to be associated with the world’s largest yoga family—uniting the authentic roots of yoga on a single platform.
Grateful to be part of such an inspiring and enriching gathering filled with positivity, knowledge, and collective energy. Looking forward to many more meaningful engagements ahead.
17/03/2026
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Indian Yoga Association – A self-regulatory body Of Leading Yoga Institutions of India
Indian Yoga Association is a registered society, Registered Under the Society Registration Act of 1860 bearing Registration No: Sl/63761/2008 , Dated on 31st October, 2008 with Registered address: 68, Ashoka Road, New Delhi – 110001, India
IYA is a 80G 12A organisation under Income Tax Act,1961 section 12AA read with section 12A and 80G(5)(vi). This would entitle all donations to IYA 50% tax exemption on taxable income.
Swami Ramdev ji is the Chairman of the Governing Council and Guruji Dr HR Nagendra is the President. Founded under the legendary Yogi Padma Vibhushan Late Dr BKS Iyengar ji,
IYA is a maiden attempt to unite all yoga paramparas in a common cause. Indian Yoga Association 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