International Association of Yoga Therapists

International Association of Yoga Therapists Since 1989, IAYT has supported research and education in yoga and served as a professional organization for yoga teachers and yoga therapists worldwide.
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Our mission is to advance yoga therapy as a recognized health profession.

05/06/2026

✨ Do you have a daily sadhana practice?

In this clip, Lee Majewski, MA, C-IAYT, reflects on how a steady, personal sadhana can deepen self-awareness and support transformation. This inner work can meaningfully inform our role as yoga therapists. Join Lee, Soleil Hepner, C-IAYT, and Laura Ahrens, MA, C-IAYT, for the Special Interest Meeting, Spirituality in Yoga Therapy, on Friday, June 12, at SYTAR 2026 this year in Costa Mesa, CA.

Together, you will explore:
✅ How spirituality informs yoga therapy practice
✅ The role of spiritual support within the professional scope
✅ Emerging opportunities for C-IAYTs

You can also join Lee Majewski for an inspiring afternoon session, The Authentic Therapist: Elevating Service Through Spiritual Practice, on June 12 at 2 pm. Explore how a yoga therapist’s personal spiritual practice deepens presence, strengthens integrity, and elevates the care they provide.

Come be part of the conversation! Register for SYTAR today: https://buff.ly/7mTUj61

Watch the full SYTAR 2026 Presenter Series Part 3: https://buff.ly/KpjTDns

📣 SYTAR 2026: Meet our Day 2 Presenters Have you registered for SYTAR? This year's program features the latest research ...
05/06/2026

📣 SYTAR 2026: Meet our Day 2 Presenters

Have you registered for SYTAR? This year's program features the latest research from SYR alongside roundtable discussions, inspiring keynotes, informative afternoon sessions, and the prestigious 2026 Seva Awards. It’s your chance to reconnect with colleagues, gain fresh inspiration, and find renewal through meaningful practice and celebration.

SYTAR 2026:
🗓️ June 11–13, 2026
📍 Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa, CA
💻 Register by May 11 and save $100 with early-bird pricing: https://buff.ly/7mTUj61

All full conference registrations include access to session recordings, so you won't have to choose between overlapping sessions or worry about missing a moment.

Program directors and students of accredited programs, as well as undergraduate and graduate students, receive an additional $100 discount.

📖 Impact of Brisk Walking Alone Versus Combined with Yoga on Cardiovascular Risk Indices in Postmenopausal Women: Quasir...
05/01/2026

📖 Impact of Brisk Walking Alone Versus Combined with Yoga on Cardiovascular Risk Indices in Postmenopausal Women: Quasirandomized Controlled Trial

A recent quasirandomized controlled trial found that combining brisk walking with yoga led to greater improvements in key cardiovascular risk markers among postmenopausal women compared with brisk walking alone. A total of 139 women participated in the combined group. Favorable changes were seen in:

✅ Body mass index and waist/hip circumference
✅ Blood pressure
✅ Cholesterol

IAYT members have full access to all IJYT articles (Sign in to your profile on iayt.org, then navigate to the IJYT page) to read the full research article!

Not an IAYT member? Become a member today at iayt.org and gain access to the International Journal of Yoga Therapy!

04/30/2026

The third in our series of live conversations with presenters from the 2026 Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research (SYTAR). These sessions offer a preview of the ideas, research, and practical insights they’ll be sharing in Costa Mesa. Hear directly from session leaders and get a feel for the conversations shaping this year’s conference.

📣 Reminder for C-IAYTs: Keep Your Profile Up to Date!Are your IAYT profile details current? We encourage C-IAYTs to revi...
04/29/2026

📣 Reminder for C-IAYTs: Keep Your Profile Up to Date!

Are your IAYT profile details current? We encourage C-IAYTs to review and update their information to ensure that it’s accurate—and to help potential clients find them!

To update your profile, sign in at iayt.org and go to My Profile > Edit Bio. Be sure to Save when you’re done. A few minutes of updating will keep your professional presence current and visible!

We’ve been alerted to messages circulating about purchasing a “SYTAR 2026 attendees list.”This is not from us.IAYT does ...
04/28/2026

We’ve been alerted to messages circulating about purchasing a “SYTAR 2026 attendees list.”

This is not from us.

IAYT does not sell or share attendee information. These messages are a phishing attempt designed to collect information or payments under false pretenses.

If you receive something similar, we encourage you to ignore it and avoid clicking any links or engaging further.

If you’re ever unsure, you’re always welcome to reach out to us directly for confirmation.

Thank you for helping us keep this community safe.

📣 SYTAR 2026: Meet our Day 1 PresentersRegistration is open for IAYT's 2026 Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research (SYTA...
04/27/2026

📣 SYTAR 2026: Meet our Day 1 Presenters

Registration is open for IAYT's 2026 Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research (SYTAR). We'd love to see you June 11–13 at the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa, California! Learn from 40+ leading voices in yoga therapy and research through an expanded program, featuring a full concurrent research track.

SYTAR 2026:
🗓️ June 11–13, 2026
📍 Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa, CA
💻 Register today: https://buff.ly/EChHJFR

All full conference registrations include access to session recordings, so you won't have to choose between overlapping sessions or worry about missing a moment.

Register by May 11 and save $100 with early-bird pricing!

🍃 C-IAYTs: Looking for Continuing Education?Explore IAYT’s Approved Professional Development (APD) courses to deepen you...
04/24/2026

🍃 C-IAYTs: Looking for Continuing Education?

Explore IAYT’s Approved Professional Development (APD) courses to deepen your skills and grow in the areas that matter most to you.

Continuing education helps you:
☑️ Strengthen and expand your yoga therapy skills
☑️ Stay current with research, techniques, and best practices
☑️ Support IAYT’s mission to advance the profession of yoga therapy

APD courses meet C-IAYT recertification requirements and make it easy to find training aligned with your interests and professional goals.

Browse the current offerings: https://buff.ly/MuYrxcg

✨ Join us Live with SYTAR 2026 Presenters: Part 3 IAYT is going live this Thursday, April 30, at 1:00 PM ET for the thi...
04/23/2026

✨ Join us Live with SYTAR 2026 Presenters: Part 3

IAYT is going live this Thursday, April 30, at 1:00 PM ET for the third in our series of SYTAR 2026 social-media livestreams. Get a feel for the conversations ahead and connect with the voices shaping the SYTAR program!

📅 Thursday, April 30
⏰ 1:00 PM ET
🎙️ Hosted by IAYT Marketing & Communications Manager, Marita Greenidge and Membership Manager, Kelly Freeman.

Tune in on the IAYT page, .health page, or IAYT LinkedIn page!

Catch Parts 1 and 2 on our SYTAR 2026 YouTube playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIrdbH3tT1M-JjMQ8dmawSnYFeoCWEWaN

💛 Celebrating Our Volunteers!This month, we honor the dedicated volunteers who help shape and strengthen the work of the...
04/22/2026

💛 Celebrating Our Volunteers!

This month, we honor the dedicated volunteers who help shape and strengthen the work of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). From guiding key initiatives to supporting programs and fostering community connection, their impact is felt across the organization. Thank you for all you do!

At IAYT’s 2026 Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research (SYTAR), we’re hosting a new “Volunteering with IAYT” special-interest meeting where you can:

✅ Meet current volunteers
✅ Hear what serving with IAYT is really like
✅ Explore how your unique skills and passions can contribute

It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate those who serve and discover your own place in this growing professional community.

📩 You can also stay informed about volunteer opportunities through our newsletter and social media channels, where we regularly share committee openings and special initiatives.

Learn more about volunteering with IAYT: https://buff.ly/mAv5fMv

04/15/2026

🎬️ Yoga Therapy as Reconciliation: Reclaiming the Body as a Vessel for Ancestral Healing

In this clip, Lorena Saavedra Smith, C-IAYT, shares how yoga therapy can support nervous system regulation in the context of ancestral trauma. Blending ancestral wisdom with contemporary science, her SYTAR session this June explores how migration, acculturation, and cultural disconnection can show up as body fragmentation, emotional imbalance, and loss of belonging.

Participants will:
✅ Learn how interoception and somatic regulation restore balance
✅ Explore an evidence-informed framework for reconciliation
✅ Understand how culturally responsive, body-centered care supports ethical practice

Watch the full SYTAR 2026 Presenter Series Part 2 and explore the conversations shaping this year’s conference: https://buff.ly/YPYqdCO

Learn more about SYTAR 2026: https://buff.ly/4QYpu4E

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