International Association of Yoga Therapists

09/12/2025

Discover how yoga therapy supports whole-body wellness in “A system in balance: What conditions can yoga therapy help, and how?” Explore how yoga helps with pain, major illness, neurological conditions, mental health, aging, and end-of-life care — and learn the science behind how movement, breath, and awareness work together to heal.

The single complementary health practice of yoga therapy offers benefits for our whole human system. Read more at the link below 👇🏽

You may already know that yoga therapy is a safe way of working with the natural capacity of your body and mind to optimize well-being. But how can a single practice improve someone’s entire system? Yoga itself offers tools that touch on the whole spectrum of human experience. This means yoga ther...

09/11/2025

🌟 IAYT Members—Join Us for Part 1 of Our New CE Webinar Series!

We’re excited to kick off a three-part, members-only series designed to support both C-IAYTs and APD providers. In Part 1, you’ll get practical guidance on earning and submitting CE credits, staying on track with requirements, and setting yourself up for success.

✨ Part 1: Everything C-IAYTs Need to Know
📅 Monday, Sept 15 • 🕐 1 PM ET
✔️ Earn 1 CE credit (with survey)
💻 Register: https://buff.ly/u7qOHBL

Each webinar is worth 1 CE credit and includes a 45-minute presentation followed by 15 minutes of Q&A. (You'll need to complete a post-webinar quiz to receive your credit.)

09/09/2025

🌿Shop IAYT's gear for an expanded range of products!

Help us spread the word about yoga therapy! We’ve made it easy to showcase IAYT’s logo and share the definition of yoga therapy with your community. Our always-popular “Ask Me About Yoga Therapy” styles are back too—perfect for sparking conversations and raising awareness!

Shop Today: https://buff.ly/mF9BKDq

09/09/2025

📝 SYTAR 2026 Call for Submissions Now Open!

SYTAR 2026 will be held from June 11-13 in Costa Mesa, CA, featuring the full Symposium on Yoga Research. Join us to connect, contribute, and advance the field of yoga therapy!

We’re seeking dynamic presenters to lead high-quality professional development sessions and outstanding personal practice experiences for yoga therapists, students, and integrative health professionals. Share your innovative ideas, practical tools, and research-based approaches in one of the following categories:

✨ Morning Practices: https://buff.ly/Bh8nhxN
✨ Afternoon Sessions: https://buff.ly/nZB1oOT
✨ Research Abstract posters: https://buff.ly/WNG5h7y

We invite you to share your expertise through a yoga therapy proposal or research abstract. All submissions will be anonymously peer reviewed, scored, and selected for merit.

Find more information at the links above ⬆️

09/05/2025

IAYT is a proud sponsor of the 25th annual Texas Yoga Retreat!

Texas Yoga Retreat Details:
🗓️ October 24–26, 2025
💫 Radha Madhav Dham Ashram in Austin’s Texas Hill Country

Participants can choose from a wide range of yoga classes, including a Yoga Therapy Track offering CE credits for C-IAYTs. With a retreat suitable for all levels, experience meditation, breathwork, and vegetarian meals in a 200-acre setting.

Find more info here: https://buff.ly/9pble7w

09/04/2025

IAYT Members: Sign Up Today for Part 1 of IAYT’s CE Webinar Series!

Registration is now open for Part 1 of IAYT’s new continuing education (CE) webinar series! This 3-part members-only benefit supports both C-IAYTs and Approved Professional Development (APD) providers with practical guidance on meeting CE requirements, submitting APD courses, and effectively marketing them.

✨ Part 1: Everything C-IAYTs Need to Know
📅 Monday, Sept 15 • 🕐 1 PM ET
✔️ Earn 1 CE credit (with survey)
💻 Register now: https://buff.ly/AoQ0wU7 (A recording will be available for registrants.)

Each webinar is worth 1 CE credit and includes a 45-minute presentation followed by 15 minutes of Q&A. (You'll need to complete a post-webinar quiz to receive your credit.)

09/03/2025

✨ Global Yoga Therapy Day 2025 Highlights

On August 14, Global Yoga Therapy Day 2025 brought together more than 2,200 registrants from at least 77 countries. Those attendees included many individuals new to the community, with more than 1,425 people who are not yet IAYT members and 680 yoga teachers.

Our diverse program featured 12 presenters sharing perspectives and practices across time zones from 6 countries. Participants also enjoyed special opportunities, including prizes for 6 giveaway winners.

With the support of 8 sponsors and contributors, IAYT raised nearly $1,900 for Global Yoga Therapy Day and spreading the word about our field. These highlights showcase the continued growth of our day of awareness and rising international interest in yoga therapy.

Thank you for your support and generosity, which allow us to continue offering this worthwhile event free of charge!

Save the date for 2026: Global Yoga Therapy Day is August 14 every year!

09/02/2025

🧠 September is World Alzheimer’s Month!

This global campaign shines a light on Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, working to:
✨ Raise awareness & reduce stigma
✨ Support individuals and families affected
✨ Advocate for research and resources

Throughout the month, organizations worldwide host events, workshops, fundraisers, and share educational resources to inspire understanding and action.

Therapeutic yoga, including meditation, brings a range of benefits for those seeking to increase or preserve their neurological health. Read more here: https://buff.ly/jf1GeuY

08/29/2025

💻 Your SYTAR On-Demand Videos Are Here!

Experience the 2025 Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research (SYTAR) on your own schedule, from wherever you are!

This full recording package includes:

☑️ Videos of all keynote and general sessions
☑️ Videos of two compelling panel discussions
☑️ Audio and slides for every concurrent afternoon presentation

Choose your package today to enjoy unlimited access to the sessions that interest you most! Opt for individual recordings or the full package to learn at your convenience. C-IAYTs can also earn up to 17 CE credits.

If you pre-purchased the recordings or attended SYTAR with a full-conference registration, your access has already been activated.

Don’t miss this opportunity to access learning and inspiration from SYTAR 2025! Get access at: https://buff.ly/BNsKAZM

08/28/2025

📣 Become a member of IAYT today!

The International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) supports yoga as a healing art and science worldwide. Membership is open to anyone who shares this mission, including yoga practitioners, yoga teachers, yoga therapists, healthcare practitioners who use yoga in their practices, and researchers.

Members gain FREE online access to:

✅ Professional development opportunities
✅ Yoga Therapy Today magazine
✅ International Journal of Yoga Therapy
✅ Conference discounts and more

Discover more about IAYT membership, and sign up today: https://buff.ly/G6aD3J1

08/27/2025

📖 Anthropometric Changes in Female Collegiate Athletes Apparent Within 4 Weeks of a Yoga Intervention

This is the first study investigating the effect of yoga on body composition in collegiate athletes. Division 1 female athletes (ages 18–22) competing in track and field or cross-country were enrolled. Baseline body composition was measured with a Fit3D scanner, recording body fat %, waist and hip circumference, and waist-to-hip ratio.

Athletes were randomly assigned to an experimental group (n=7) or a control group (n=7). The experimental group participated in 60-minute guided yoga sessions twice per week. After 4 weeks, both groups repeated the body composition testing. Results found that yoga may have a protective effect against adverse changes in adiposity.

Read the full study (member login required): https://buff.ly/IVF9ZbQ

Become a member today at iayt.org and gain access to the International Journal of Yoga Therapy!

08/26/2025

🌏 Add Your Voice to a Global Yoga Research Study!

A team led by Jonathan Rosenthal, a neurologist and yoga researcher in New York City, together with Neha Gothe, PhD, from Northeastern University, is inviting yoga practitioners everywhere to share their experiences. The International Yoga Questionnaire explores the many ways people practice yoga around the world, including potential benefits and risks.

We encourage you to add your voice and, if you’d like, invite your clients to do the same so this research can reflect the full diversity of yoga practice today.

📋 The survey takes just 10–15 minutes, works on any device, and all responses are confidential. Take the survey here: https://buff.ly/XKKQ7DR