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Kaivalyadhama where yoga tradition & science meet MONSOON 2016 RNI NO. MAHENG08413/13/1/2001/-TC INSIDE THIS ISSUE 12 India China Yoga Festival, Kunming 31 Out-Patient Department for Yoga, Itanagar, Northeast 36 International Day of Yoga 2016 45 Pranayama Sadhana Shibir 46 Felicitation for Class X Students

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Kaivalyadhamawhere yoga tradition & science meet

MONSOON 2016

RNI NO. MAHENG08413/13/1/2001/-TC

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

12 India China Yoga Festival, Kunming

31 Out-Patient Department for Yoga, Itanagar, Northeast

36 International Day of Yoga 2016

45 Pranayama Sadhana Shibir

46 Felicitation for Class X Students

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AYUSH, to promote Yoga and Naturopathy and decided on some important policy issues. I thought this was three steps behind. For the following reasons

1. There has been somewhat “thrust” by a section to combine the educational programs of Yoga & Naturopathy. While I maintain that both the subjects have their own merits, combining them cre-ates a lot of confusion and difficulties since they both hold different views.

2. Right now, except for BNYS, which runs only in few states, there is no other combined educa-tional course. Whereas, more than 20 universities and 15 national level yoga institutes run various academic courses in Yoga.

3. While a lot of research is ongoing in Yoga, worldwide, one would struggle to find published research paper in the field of Nature Cure.

4. Implementation of Yoga itself is a challenge in educational environment for reasons of infra-structure, could one imagine, the mandate to provide various nature cure infrastructure to further the cause.

5. International Yoga Day has received an overwhelming response; do you think the same response would have come for “ Yoga and Naturopathy “ day?

The crux, which I come to, is that we should have respect for both the systems, but treat them inde-pendently. There should be a board for Yoga and there should be a separate board for Naturopathy. This will do justice at both the ends. As of now we almost get a feeling that naturopaths want to piggy ride on backs of Yoga! I hope the Ministry of AYUSH modifies the board in order to establish its sincerity in its effort.

In the month of June, I also went and met Hon’ble President of India, Shri. Pranab Mukerjee. I accompanied Shri. P.H. Parekh, our Member of the Advisory Board. We went to present the copy of the Biography of Swami Kuvalyananda. It was such a pleasure to be in the President House and meet such a learned individ-ual. I spend around 10 minutes with him and he spoke of the institute and Swamiji with great reverence.

In coming months we look forward to strengthening the systems in the institute and also take the sadhak’s deeper in to the experiential realms of Yoga.

The efforts for celebration of the IDY 2016 started almost six months ago. The Ministry of AYUSH formed a committee in which all the representa-tives of various institutes serving the cause of humanity through Yoga were involved. They discussed and deliberated over a period of these months, to ensure that things were flowing smoothly. Important decisions were taken like

1. Formulation of the common Yoga protocol.

2. Focus on the Youth during the IDY celebrations.

3. Focus on immersion of CYP during this IDY.

4. Designing of Yoga apparels by FTII and NID on behest of the Ministry of AYUSH.

5. Resolving the issue of permission to foreigners to practice Yoga on tourists visa.

6. Powering the QCI certification program for Yoga professions.

7. Institutes allotted to work in different states so that programs can be held smoothly.

The celebrations went off very well with large participation. Each institute had decided their own path to take the celebrations ahead. Kaivalyadhama ensured that the celebration is no only for a day, but people get an experience, focused on the immersion program in CYP, i.e training the people for 36 hours in the CYP.

On the 22nd and 23rd July 2016 we had a International Conference on Yoga – for body and beyond organized by Ministry of AYUSH at the Vigyan Bhavan. It had eminent individuals/experts from all across the world. Hon’be Vice President Mr. Hamid Ansari inaugurated it. It saw some useful deliberations.

When I was interviewed by a newspaper, I was asked what would be one of the major achievements of the declaration of the IDY? I told them, the most important effect was initiation of some impor-tant policies in regards to Yoga, such as

1. QCI certification for Yoga professionals.

2. Inclusion of Yoga as a subject in all the teachers training courses by NCTE.

3. Formation of committee to look at designing D.Ed, B.Ed, M.Ed courses at NCTE

4. Formation of committee to look in to formulation of Yoga course in Universities through the com-mittee formed by the UGC.

5. Development of modules by NCERT for secondary and higher secondary school level.

So this ensured that the quality of Yoga teaching would be strengthened at the central level. However, when I saw the formation of the Board of Yoga & Naturopathy formed by the Ministry or

EDITORIAL

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Meditation Workshop Intensive Course

Shri R.S. Bhogal conducted a week long medita-tion workshop in April at Kaivalyadhama, Lonavla. There was a total of 14 participants, including foreign nations from different parts of the globe. Students were introduced to various preparatory practices that create a right mental set or readi-ness for delving into Antaranga Yoga (internal Yoga). Participants also engaged in meditative practices that lead one into the state of medita-tion and also practiced some selected meditative techniques.

With a wave of yoga sweeping across the globe, this ancient practice e is becoming more popular day by day. To dispel the myth that yoga is merely just postures and introduce it as a scientific discipline, Kaivalyadhama introduced an online Yoga instruc-tor’s course designed in such way that one can do this course at their own pace and time. Students receive 100 hours worth of online lectures to self-study. The practical part of training is done at Kaivalyadhama, Lonavla. In May, Kaivalyadhama welcomed 6 international students that partici-pated in the training.

MEDITATION WORKSHOP

INTENSIVE COURSE TRAINING & EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS - NATIONAL

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themselves and shared their views in brief. Brig. Dharmadhikari, the Registrar, congratulated the students for selecting this institute and briefed about the discipline of the college. Rev. Swami Maheshanandaji blessed the students by his spiritual words. Vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Bhalekar. The programme was concluded with three omkar and sweets.

Concluding Function of Advanced Teachers Training Course was held at College Building on Apr 13, 2016. Brig. Suhas Dharmadhikari, Registrar, Mrs. Sandhya Dixit, Dr. S. Bhalekar and Dr. Nidheesh Yadav were present in this programme.

Students shared their feedback and were happy with overall experience about the course and their stay at the Institute. Mrs. Sandhya Dixit proposed Vote of Thanks. The function was concluded with Shanti path and sweet distribution.

A one month Yoga training programme for local police personnel was naugurated on March 25, 2016. Eight male police personnel were appointed from the State Reserve Police Force in Pune, Maharashtra. Dr. B.R. Sharma, Principal, welcomed the police personnel and gave insights about the mission of the institute and objectives of the course. Brigadier Suhas Dharmadhikari, Registrar, spoke about discipline and learn-ing values while Dr. Nidheesh Yadav delivered an inspiring speech on the value of Yoga science. The syllabus consists of conceptual and applied aspects of Yoga based on traditional texts, the Bhagavad-Gita, Yogic anatomy and physiology, nutrition, teaching methodology as well as Asanas, Pranayama, Bandhas, Mudras, Shuddhi Kriyas and Dhyan. Professor Ravindranath Bodhe, Dr. Sharad Bhalekar, and Dr. Nidheesh Yadav conducted theoretical lectures while and Ms. Neeta Gade took Asana classes.

The Advanced Teacher’s Training Course was inaugurated on March 16, 2016 at 10.00 AM at Swamiji’s Kuti. Rev. Swami Maheshanandaji, Chairman, K.S.M.Y.M. Samiti, Dr. B.R. Sharma, Principal, Brig. Suhas Dharmadhikari, Registrar were present to grace the function.

The program started with “Shantipath.” Dr. B.R. Sharma, Principal delivered a welcome address and introduced all teach-ing faculties of the course. He elab-orated the philosophy of Swami Kuvalayananda about Yoga and his scientific and traditional work on Yoga and also explained the objectives of the course. All students introduced

The concluding function of Post Graduation Diploma in Yoga Education was held on April 18, 2016 in the Vashishtha Hall in the auspicious presence of Rev. Swami Maheshananda, Chairman, and Shri. Subodh Tiwari, CEO, Kaivalyadhama, Lonavla along with other staff members. Dr. Nidheesh Yadav welcomed all the Guests and staff members including the students of the course as the master of ceremony. The func-tion was initiated with Shantipath. Few of the students shared their views in the words of appreciation towards the approach of the institute and the experienced staff members. Shri. Subodh Tiwari addressed the gathering by emphasizing the motto of the course to spread Yoga in its classical sense without being diluted.

During the function four students (two males and two females) were awarded by Shrimati Bhagwatidevi Babu Ram Tiwari scholarship along with five other students who got

YOGA TRAINING PROGRAMME FOR POLICE PERSONNEL

ADVANCED TEACHERS' TRAINING COURSE (MARCH '16 - APRIL '16)

CONCLUDING FUNCTION OF POST GRADUATION DIPLOMA IN YOGA EDUCATION (2015- 2016)

Yoga Training Programme for Police Personnel

Advanced Teacher’s Training Course

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Inaugural Function of Master Class was held on May 9, 2016. The program started with “Shantipath.” Total 7 students (1 International and 6 Indians) were enrolled for this course. Mrs. Sandhya Dixit has given the responsibility of course coordination.

Dr. B.R. Sharma, Principal delivered a welcome address and introduced staff members of the college and explained the objectives of the course. Students gave self-introduction and shared their views for this course. The Registrar, Brig Dharmadhikari shared the information of rules and regulations of the insti-tute and guided the students for successful completion of course. Swami Maheshanandji gave blessings to participants. Dr. Sharad Bhalekar proposed Vote of Thanks. Program concluded with three Omkar and Prasad Distribution.The concluding function of Master Class was held on May 21, 2016 in the Asana Hall B in the presence of Rev. Swami Maheshanandaji, Principal, Dr. B.R. Sharma, Brig. Dharmadhikari Ms. Lee Majewski and Course Coordinator Mrs. Sandhya Dixit.

The programme was initiated with Shanti Path. The Principal expressed his gratitude towards the students and staff members for successful comple-tion of the course.

Some of the students shared their views and given the feedback regarding overall conduct of the course. Dr. Sharad Bhalekar proposed Vote of Thanks. The function was concluded with Shanti path and sweet distribution.

certificates for 100% attendance. Rev. Swami Maheshananda, the Chairman, then gave his bless-ings to the students and carry forwarded the state-ment of Late. Swami Kuvalayanandaji, by express-ing his spirit to propagate Yoga in its pure and pristine form. At the last, Brig. S. Dharmadhikari, the Registrar expressed Vote of thanks and his gratitude towards the staff members as well the students for successful completion of the course.The function concluded with Om Stawan by Mrs. Sandhya Dixit and sweet distribution.

Concluding Function of Post Graduation Diploma in Yoga Education (2015-16)

Inaugural Function Of CCY (May-June 2016)

The Six Weeks Certificate Course was inaugurated on May 2, 2016. Total 70 Students (60 National and 10 International) were enrolled for the course. Kaivalyadhama was honoured by the esteemed presence of Smt. Chandra Iyengar, former ACS GOM, as the Chief Guest for the Inaugural Function. Rev. Swami Maheshanandaji was very kind for his consent to inaugurate this occasion. After “lightening the lamp”, Shri Subodh Tiwari, CEO, Kaivalyadhama delivered welcome address. Dr. B. R. Sharma, The Principal, GS College of Yoga & Cultural Synthesis, spoke about the objectives of the course and thereafter intro-duced the staff members and gave best wishes to all the participants. The Chief Guest, Mrs. Chandra

INAUGURAL FUNCTION OF CCY: MAY - JUNE 2016

MASTER CLASS

Iyengar, in her inaugural address explained the importance of Kaivalyadhama in today’s world when it comes to teaching Yoga in its Pure and Traditional Form. She also praised the unique Library of Kaivalyadhama with more than 30,000 books on Yoga. Swami Maheshanandaji blessed the students by his words of wisdom. Brig. (Retd). Suhas Dharmadhikari, Registrar, delivered Vote of thanks and program concluded with three Omkar & Prasad Distribution. Mr. Anukool Deval, coordi-nator of the course, was master of ceremony.

Master Class

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Concluding Function of B.A. (Yoga Shastra) - Final Year, first batch was held on April 12, 2016 at Swami’s Kuti. Rev. Swami Maheshananda ( Chairman, Kaivalyadhama S.M.Y.M. Samiti), Brig. Suhas Dharmadhikari, Registrar, Dr.Bhalekar, RMO, Dr.NidheeshYadav, Lecturer, Mrs. Sayali Vartak (Office Executive), Ms. Neeta Gade (Course Co-ordinator), Mr Anukool Devel, Yoga Teacher and all B.A. Yoga Shastra students were present in the function.

The function started with our usual prayer. Dr.Bhalekar Inspired the students by his speech. Brig. Suhas Dharmadhikari, Registrar delivered his concluding speech and motivated the students for further studies. Dr. Nidheesh Yadav also delivered inspiring speech for their future carrier. Rev. Swami Maheshanandaji blessed the students with his wisdom words. Ms. Neeta Gade wished the students for their future endeavores. B.A. Yoga Shastra final year students shared their experiences. The function concluded with three Omkar and Prasad distribution.

There was course on Purva Mimamsa organized by Kaivalyadhama at its premises during June 20-29, 2016. Prof. V.N. Jha and Prof. Ujjvala Jha from the Centre of Advanced Studies of S.B. Phule Pune University were the resource persons in the course. Some portions of Mimamsa Paribhasha were taught during the course. There were 40 students from different parts of the country who had participated in it. Mimamsa is one of six orthodox schools of Indian philosophy. It is popularly known as Purva Mimamsa. Mimamsa is a Sanskrit word that means "reflection" or "critical investigation". The school is known for its philo-sophical theories on the nature of dharma, based on hermeneutics of the Vedas. This is a very impor-tant branch of Indian Philosophy and is the prelude to its cognate system Uttara Mimamsa, which is popularly known as Vedanta. Hermeneutics is an important area of study which is still relevant in the modern age. Kaivalyadhama, with a vision to preserve and rejuvenate the Vedic lore, has taken a major stride to hold the introductory course on Purva Mimasa. The course successfully ended with a wide appreciation.

Kaivalyadhama has organized a course on the Upanishads during June 20-29, 2016 at Kaivalyadhama premises. People from different parts of India have joined this course. Doctors from medical college and Professors from the government colleges were also amongst the participants. The course covered two of the principal Upanishads (viz. Isha and Mandukya), in their entirety, and selected portions from three other principal Upanishads (viz. Kena, Katha and Mundaka). Upanishads are the essence of the Vedas which form the basis of Yoga philosophy. These texts have shown an unparalleled variety of appeal for centuries and have been admired by master minds across the globe. They are said to enlighten with the most immediate, intimate and convincing light on the secret of human existence. Considering the importance of Upanishads in the Yoga tradition, Kaivalyadhama has taken the initiative to launch this course on the Upanishads. Dr. Kakali Ghosh from the Department of Sanskrit, Jadavpur University and Dr. Rajeshwar Mukherjee from the Philosophico-Literary Research Department of Kaivalyadahama were the resource persons in this course.

CONCLUDING FUNCTION OF B.A. YOGA SHASTRA - FINAL YEAR (APRIL 12, 2016)

COURSE ON ‘PURVA MIMAMSA’ AT KAIVALYADHAMA

‘WISDOM OF THE UPANISHADS’ AT KAIVALYADHAMAMaster Class

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This event was held in Kunming city of China in May 2016, This event was supported by both the Chinese and Indian Governments. Legendary yoga masters from around the world were invited to host workshops in their area of expertise. Among such revered teachers was Kaivalyadhama's very own Shri O.P. Tiwari who was invited to hold special sessions on pranayama. The opening cere-mony of this festival witnessed the presence of the mayor of Kunming and high ranking officials from India and China. The festival attracted more than a thousand people.

Yogi Yoga, a leading yoga institute in China organized a three day Yoga Summit in May wherein eminent personalities in Yoga, from all parts of the world, participated. Shri O.P. Tiwari, Hon. Secretary of Kaivalyadhama Institutions and Shri R.S. Bhogal, A.D.R. of Scientific Research of Kaivalyadhama, held workshops on the applied nature and deeper nuances of traditional yoga relating to Pranayama and Meditation.

Shri R.S. Bhogal conducted Yoga meditation workshops at various Yogi Yoga centers in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhau during the month of May 2016. More than 100 participants were benefited by the work-shops, which were appreciated by all the participants.

Shri O.P. Tiwari and Shri Sudhir Tiwari were invited by Yogi Yoga, Bejing in May 2016 to conduct a pranayama workshop. The daily schedule included pranayama in the morning and evening followed by question & answer. The workshop was attended by over fifty participants.

INDIA CHINA YOGA FESTIVAL, KUNMING

YOGA SUMMIT IN BEIJING

YOGA MEDITATION WORKSHOPS IN BEIJING, SHANGHAI & GUANGZHAU (CHINA)

PRANAYAMA WORKSHOP IN CHINA

TRAINING & EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS - INTERNATIONAL

India China Yoga Festival, Kunming

Yoga Meditation Workshops in Beijing, Shanghai & Guangzhau (China)

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Yoga Meditation Workshops in Beijing, Shanghai & Guangzhau (China)

In collaboration with Yoga Kalari, Singapore, Kaivalyadhama has been conducting teachers training courses for last four years. This year Dr. Bhalekar visited Yoga Kalari from 4th to 11th June. He conducted the practical session of Pranayama and Meditation. 11 students were enrolled for the course. Later the students visited Kaivalyadhama from 19th to 25th June 2016. Lectures and practical sessions were conducted for them.

TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAMME, SINGAPORE

YOGA AND AYURVEDA WORKSHOP, CHENGDU, CHINA

YOGA AND AYURVEDA WORKSHOP, SHANGHAI, CHINA

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PRANAYAMA & AYURVEDA WORKSHOP, ASTANGA YOGA, PARIS PRANAYAMA WORKSHOP, MONTPELLIER

PRANYAMA WORKSHOP, DELIGHT YOGA, AMSTERDAMYOGA & AYURVEDA WORKSHOP, MALAGA SPAIN

Pranayama & Ayurveda Workshop, Astanga Yoga, Paris Pranayama Workshop, Montpellier

Pranyama Workshop, Delight Yoga, Amsterdam

Yoga & Ayurveda Workshop, Malaga Spain

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PRANYAMA WORKSHOP, JURA, SCOTLAND PRANAYAMA, AYURVEDA AND MEDITATION, LILLE, FRANCE

PRANYAMA WORKSHOP, ATMAJYOTI, SWEDEN

Kaivalyadhama’s Chronic Cures retreat brought in participants from Germany, Poland, England and India. Yoga therapy aided clients with anxiety, depression, burn-out, obesity, and neurological dysfunc-tions. This time the program welcomed a family - father, mother and their son who was somewhat mentally challenged. Due to his developmental delay he suffered a lot of negativity in his environment. During the tree week retreat, it was heartwarming to see how he basked in the positive energy at Kaivalyadhama and how he made a wonderful strides forward. He enjoyed it so much that at the end he declared that he would “rather live with us then go back home.”

CHRONIC CURES

EXPERIENTIAL WORKSHOPS

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In collaboration with Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), Kaivalyadhama organized a Yoga training programmes for 180 participants of KVS from 26th May to 20th June 2016.

This three day workshop included Asanas, Pranayama, Shuddi Kriyas and relaxation techniques. They also held two hours of discussion every day on various topics, so that they could get insight in to the philosophy and science of Yoga. For the concluding batch we had the Joint Secretary, Dr. Satbir Bedi, who also addressed the participants.

Yoga is a subject of experience, and this workshop showed very positive results in terms of its positive impact. The time was limited, but, was enough, to ignite a spark of inter-est in Yoga for self-growth, development and harmony. This would not only benefit the individual but also benefit the organization, with such positive workforce.

ORIENTATION PROGRAMME OF YOGA FOR THE SENIOR FUNCTIONARIES OF KVS

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A Sitar recital programme was organized in May 2016 for everyone in Kaivalyadhama. It was played by noted artist Shri Vidur Mahajan. This was attended by students, staff members. Now onwards, we have tried to make this twice a month and can be attended by the all the residents of the campus.

TOWARDS MEDITATION – SITAR RECITAL BY SHRI VIDUR MAHAJAN

Feedback Graph

Towards Meditation – Sitar Recital by Shri Vidur Mahajan

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Every 12 years Ujjain witnesses the Kumbh. The Ujjain Yoga Life Society hosted many events during this time. They had the convention of bhakti, the International Spiritual Film Festival and the World Yoga Convention. Pandit Radheyshyam Mishra with his team worked very hard to initiate such partici-pation in the Kumbh Mela. He was ably guided by Dr. D.R. Karthikeyan , the Chairman of the Advisory Committee and blessed by his Guruma Smt. Hansaji Yogendra. It was like participating in the event hosted by family, since both Kaivalyadhama and The Yoga Institute owe their greatest reverence to the Param Guru, Paramhamsa Madhavdasji Maharaj. Shri. Subodh Tiwari together with Shri. Ravi Dixit , and Smt. Shalini Srivastava represented Kaivalyadhama in this gathering. Apart from partici-pating in various events which were hosted, Shri. Subodh Tiwari conducted a Pranayama session for the participation, gave a invited talk in the World Yoga Convention. During the International Spiritual Film Festival , the film Kuvalya was also screened. Shri. Tuhin Chaoudhary, Director was awarded the certificate of excellence.

From the 12th to 14th, the Madhya Pradesh Government hosted the Vichar Mahakumbh. Shri. Subodh Tiwari was also invited in this international conference which was inaugurated in the presence of Shri. Mohan Bhagwat, Mahamandleshawar Swami Avdheshananda Giri, Dr.Pranav Pandya, Head Gayatri Parivar, Shri.Banagala Upatissa Nayak thero, President Mahabdhi Society Sri Lanka. It was a occasion for all experts to put their thoughts together to create a harmony between nature and human race.

‘International Yoga Fest (IYF), a Curtain Raiser for International Day of Yoga (IDY), 2016′ was organized to sensitize the masses regarding celebration of IDY. A grand event hosted at Talkatora Indoor Stadium, New Delhi, 110004 from 20-22 April, 2016.

It saw the auspicious presence of eminent Yoga Gurus like Swami Baba Ramdev, Dr. H.R.Nagendra, Sh. O.P. Tiwari, Swami Chidananda Muni, Dadi Janki, Sh. Prashant Iyengar, Smt. Hansaji Jayadeva, Sister Shivani, Swami Atmapriyananda, Sh. Chinmaya Pandaya, Dr. M.V.Bhole, Swami Bharat Bhushan, Smt. Kamlesh Barwal, Swami Ullasa, Swami Ritawan Bharati and many others from Yoga fraternity.

It comprised of following important events:

⦁ Parallel Workshops by eminent Yoga Masters

⦁ Lecture/ Special Yoga Techniques / Yoga Demo by Yoga Masters

⦁ Satsang/ Isha Music/ Discourses/ Cultural Program by eminent Yoga Gurus

⦁ Yoga Demo by Physically Challenged/ Blind Children/ Yoga Professionals

⦁ A Day Seminar on Life Sketch and Contributions of Padma Vibhushan Dr. B.K.S. Iyengar for the promo-tion and development of Yoga led by Sh. Prashant Iyengar and his team

The leading Yoga institutes in India conducted parallel yoga workshops during International Yoga Fest.

Kaivalyadhama had also put up a stall in the event which saw a great response for its publications and books. Shri O.P. Tiwariji and Shri Subodh Tiwariji were present along with number of ex students.

THE SIMHASTHA KUMBH AT UJJAIN

CURTAIN RAISER OF THE IDY AT NEW DELHIPARTICIPATION IN CONFERENCES / MEETINGS / EVENTS

The Simhastha Kumbh at Ujjain Curtain Raiser of the IDY at New Delhi

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A two-day international conference on 'Yoga for Body and Beyond' was organised by the Ministry of AYUSH at Vigyan Bhawan in which 70 delegates from 32 countries participated. It was inaugurated by our Vice President Hon’ble Dr. Mohammad Hamid Ansari.

Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan, yoga guru Swami Ramdev, Professor H.R. Nagendra, and Shri. O.P. Tiwari addressed the valedictory session of the conference.

Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH Shripad Yesso Naik was the Guest of Honour in both the sessions.

International resource persons belong to countries including Iraq, Afghanistan, Algeria, Malaysia, Spain, Russia, Portugal, Australia, Belgium, China, Egypt, Iceland, Japan, Kuwait, Korea, Kenya, Slovenia, Uzbekistan and the UAE.

During the nine technical sessions of the Conference eminent Yoga Gurus, exponents and experts extensively deliberated upon various themes such as 'Yoga and Physical Wellbeing', ‘Insights from Yoga Scholars,’ 'Integration of Yoga in Healthcare Delivery System,’ 'Yoga for Mental health,’ 'Yoga for Body and Beyond'.

There were also panel discussions and an open-ended session on experience sharing by foreign delegates.

During the valedictory session, a certificate was presented to Shri O.P. Tiwariji, who was representing the Indian Yoga Association, for being the first personnel certification body under the scheme launched by the Ministry of AYUSH and managed by the Quality Council of India for Yoga Professionals and Yoga Schools.

On April 27, Dr Ganesh Rao conducted a seminar for Japanese students participating in the online Yoga Instructors Course (YIC). He spoke on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra (PYS), focusing almost exclusively on `cittaprasadana' in the 1st chapter, for almost 3 hours. Around 20 Japanese online YIC students joined his lecture, gained more clarity on the concepts, and enhanced their insight on PYS as well as its rele-vance in the modern time.

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON YOGA – BODY AND BEYOND IN DELHI ON THE 22ND & 23RD OF JUNE 2016

YOGA INSTRUCTORS' COURSE (YIC), JAPAN

YOGA INSTRUCTORS' COURSE (YIC), USA

International Conference on Yoga – Body and Beyond

YIC, Japan

YIC, USA

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Shri R.S. Bhogal delivered a two hour talk on “Enhancing Teaching Skills through Yoga & Meditation” at the Meditation Hall of the college on June 21, 2016 for 120 teaching staff of the college. The programme was jointly organized by Kaivalyadhama and Ramakrishna College, Chinchwad to mark the International Yoga Day Celebrations.

Dr B.R. Sharma was invited by the Bulgarian Federation of Yoga as a key note speaker for a seminar held on April 9-10,2016 at Bansko City, Bulgaria. He spoke about the philosophy of Yoga and its relevance in day to day life.

Dr. Sharma was also invited by Mr. S Elmeci József Csongor, Veszprém, Hungary to deliver a talk on "Yoga Research and Swami Kuvalayananda"

The meeting of the Governing Body of Kaivalyadhama Samiti was held on the 17th of June 2016. Smt. Dr. Satbir Bedi, Joint Secretary, Ministry of HRD was also present as a special invitee. The meeting witnessed very fruitful discussion and some very positive and important suggestion by the Joint Secretary to take the Samiti a leap ahead. As a result, the Samiti will soon be starting a volunteer program, up-grade its website, and enhance simpler understanding of its research work.

The advisory board of the Samiti met on the 3rd of July 2016. The board met to discuss some important policies, which will have a powerful impact on the future direction of the Samiti. The following board members were present for the meeting:

• Shri.S.K.Tripathi, Former Education Secretary

• Dr. D.R.Karthikeyan, Former CBI Director

• Dr.Rajan Welukar, Pro Vost K. J. Somaya Institute and former Vice Chancellor of University of Mumbai

• Dr.Shirley Tellis, Director of Research, Patanjali Yoga Peeth

• Shri.B.C.Khatua, Former Secretary GOI

• Shri.M.Narsimhappa, Former Chief Income Tax Commissioner,

• Dr. Praful Desai, Eminent Onco Surgeon & Padma Vibhushan Awardee

• Dr.Suheer Palkar Eminent Cardio Thoracic Surgeon

• Shri.Prasad Menon , Former Chairman of Vistara

Justice B.N.Srikrishna (Retd) – Chairman, Shri.Vinay Bansal – Member and Dr. Anand Gokani could not attend the meeting.

An important decision made at the meeting included exploring the feasibility of setting up of a “well-ness/learning centre” catering to the needs of the corporate sector. A team was also formed to look in to efforts to move towards self-sufficiency of the Samiti.

INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY CELEBRATIONS AT RAMKRISHNA MORE COLLEGE OF ARTS, COMMERCE AND SCIENCE, CHICHWAD

BULGARIAN FEDERATION OF YOGA, BULGARIA

GOVERNING BODY

ADVISORY BOARD

International Yoga Day Celebrations at Ramkrishna More College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Chichwad

Governing Body Meeting

Bulgarian Federation of Yoga, Bulgaria

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Advisory Board Meeting

Out Patient Department for Yoga, Itanagar , Northeast

It is an established fact that women after the age of 35 are more exposed to hormonal, psychological, sociological and domestic stress and hence vulnerable to hormonal disturbances. As a consequence of which they develop dietary deficiencies and chronic diseases.

Osteoporosis is one such disease which can mimic symptoms of many illness ranging from amnesia, backache, body aches, joint aches, bone aches, hairfall, weakness etc. It is vital to spread awareness in order to be free of morbidity and some time mortality from fracture which could easily have been prevented.

Many yoga institutes national/international are looking towards Yogasanas as a means to alleviate/ restrict this dreaded disease. We join hands with them.

Red Cross Society and Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute jointly organized a BMD (Bone Mineral Density) awareness camp in the population of Lonavla city.

Kaivalyadhama has started taking initiatives to promote yoga in the Northeast regions of India. Separate outpatient departments for Yoga were started in Ramkrishna Mission (RKM) hospital and Itanagar & Vivekanand Centre of Human Excellence, Naharlagun in month of April. This OPD was the first of its kind in this region. A team of Dr. Satish Pathak, Shri, Vikas Kouts, Mr Rajiv Majumdar and Bimal Roy Sharma visited these locations. They examined 46 patients and yoga modules were advised accordingly. Asana practice sessions were also conducted for these patients.

A discussion was organized for the staff of the Ramakrishna Hospital, which focused on explaining the benefits of Yoga and its application in daily life . This was attended by all the staff members consisting of doctors and nurses.

A talk was also held at the National Institute of Technology Arunachal Pradesh (NIT). The talk focused on the scientific perspectives of yoga and the need for the student body of the institute to actively participate in Yogic practices. This session was attended by 40 students.

OUTREACH ACTIVITY OF THE SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH DEPARTMENT

OUT-PATIENT DEPARTMENT FOR YOGA, ITANAGAR , NORTHEAST

INITIATIVES AND ACHIVEMENTS

67 people attended this camp. The overall age group of these varied from 37yr to 70yr. The following observations were made.

In 26 males:

8 Normal - 30.76%; 18 Osteopenic - 69.23%

In 38 females:

6 Normal - 2.63%; 27 Osteopenic - 71.05%; 5 Osteoporotic - 13.15%

Dr. Gargi not only prescribed the supplements needed e.g. calcium and vitamin D to correct the deficient state but also stressed on the benefits of regular discipline of yoga/exercise and the need for a good diet along with at list half an hour exposure to morning sunlight.

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Dr. Sharad Bhalekar conducted a talk on stress management for employees of Decos Software Development Pvt Ltd. He also administered stretching exercises, meditation and pranayama sessions. A total of 107 employees attended the workshop. At the end of this session employees felt very relaxed & positive.

Promoting of Yoga amongst the youth is not only a temporary activity during the IDY celebrations. The institute has decided to take this message across the country by starting a “Yoga Club” at various colleges to promote yoga. One such initia-tive was taken with the Kichanchand Chellaram College at Churchgate which is run by the HSNCB. This incidentally is the college from where the editor graduated and was empowered with holistic education and growth. We hope that the students will get encouraged and initiate them-selves towards holistic development.

In today's world the necessity to speak English has become imperative. Speaking English is no longer a luxury to be enjoyed by a few people in the elite class, but has become a requirement due to increased competition, information sharing and various activities. By learning to speak English confidently, a person can broaden his vision of thinking, and contribute in an increasing meas-ure to the organization he is working for. Speaking English also makes the person more confident and renders him more relevant and contempo-rary. Realizing this need, English classes are being conducted for the employees of Kaivalyadhama regularly. The training methods adopted were very practical, simple and effective

Cooper hospital in Juhu, Mumbai, has started a separate outdoor-patient department (OPD) dedi-cated to Yoga in collaboration with Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute. A team of Dr. Satish Pathak and Dr. Sanjay Baraskar visited Cooper Hospital. In the month of June total 17 patients were examined and Yoga Asanas were advised to them accordingly.

TALK ON STRESS MANAGEMENT, DECOS SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT PVT LTD, PUNE

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH K. C. COLLEGE TO PROMOTE YOGA

H.R. INITIATIVES MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH COOPER HOSPITAL, JUHU

Talk on Stress Management, Decos Software Development Pvt Ltd, Pune

Memorandum of Understanding with KC College to Promote Yoga

Memorandum of Understanding with Cooper Hospital, JuhuHR Initiatives

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The Indo-China college of Yoga was set after the visit of the Prime Minister to China. The officials from University had visited Kaivalyadhama in 2015. Recently on visit of Shri. O.P. Tiwariji to Kunming, they requested and installed him as the Chief Parton of the College of Yoga.

In association with Kaivalyadhama, Lonavla, JSW Raj West Power Plant, Barmer Rajasthan, conducted a 7 day workshop titled "Yog Shivir," from 20th June to 26th June’ 2016. There was a total of 133 participants, including children, that benefited from this workshop. Yoga sessions were taken Ms. Shanti C. Chavan and Dr. Chetan Rambhia. The participation was remarkable and with full of enthusi-asm. Queries were raised each day as we moved further in Yogic Practices, which showed their interest in learn-ing.. They were also taught office yoga, which they could practice in break during their working hours, which was highly appreciated.

In July, the members of the Advisory Board inaugurated a newly renovated dinning hall for guests. This would enable hosting of guests in separate area in the Annapurna dinning hall.

INDO-CHINA COLLEGE OF YOGA APPOINTS SHRI O.P. TIWARI AS CHIEF PATRON

YOGA TRAINING AT JSW, RAJASTHAN

INAUGURATION OF THE NEW GUEST DINNING HALL

Indo-China College of Yoga appoints Shri O.P. Tiwari as Chief Patron

Yoga Training at JSW, Rajasthan

Yoga Training at JSW, Rajasthan

Inauguration of the new Guest Dinning Hall

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ACTREC serves as a new state-of-the-art R&D satellite of Tata Memorial Centre and has the specific mandate to function as a national centre for treatment, research, and education in cancer. ACTREC, which at present comprises of the basic and clinical research wings and a 50-bed hospital, will carry out mission-oriented research and development on cancers prevalent in the Indian sub-continent, and where there are internationally competitive opportunities, will use state-of-the-art technology in part-nership with TMH. Kaivalyadhama is offering Yoga therapy sessions for the patients here. The Yoga intervention have been specifically designed to take care of the patients. We look forward to a long term association so that a systematic research could take place in order to gauge the effects of Yoga protocol on quality of life and wellbeing of these patients. Based on the results of the program in Kaivalyadhama, Lonavla, we are very hopeful for a positive outcome.

The United Nations has declared 21st June as the International Day of Yoga. Thus we got an opportu-nity to collectively celebrate, practice and promote this great science of harmony of our body, mind and spirit.

YOGA FOR CANCER PATIENTS AT ADVANCED CENTRE FOR TREATMENT, RESEARCH AND EDUCATION IN CANCER

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA 2016

This year, Kaivalyadhama had worked out together with the Ministry of AYUSH in the committee formed to celebrate the International Day of Yoga 2016. Kaivalyadhama believes that the celebrations should not be only one day, but we should have immersion in the practice. The insti-tute therefore has organized a 36 hours program where each person was/ is being trained in prac-tice and theory.

Kaivalyadhama had deputed Yoga Instructors for IDY at different places of India.

1. Diu

2. Daman

3. Goa

4. Kochi

5. Mangalore

6. Itanagar zone

It was scheduled for 36 hours training programmes for IDY with CYP (Common Yoga Protocol). These instructors have been given proper training by our institute (Kdham).

Yoga is the cultural heritage of India, benefits of which are being reaped by the whole world. Yoga is a process of progress at your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual level. The United Nations has declared June 21st as the International Day of Yoga, thus giving all of us an opportunity to collec-tively celebrate, practice and promote this great science of harmony of our body, mind and spirit.

Kaivalyadhama, which was started in 1917 and established in Lonavla in 1924, is a place where, the founder, Swami Kuvalyananda, initiated scien-tific research in Yoga. Today, the institute thrives vis-a-vis its four dimensions. Understanding the fundamental concepts of this great subject through philosophico- literary research, verification of this understanding through the scientific research, educating the curious and interested through training and application of Yoga as health and healing through Yoga therapy.

International Day of Yoga 2016

Yoga for Cancer Patients at Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer

Shri Subodh Tiwari Presenting Gayatri Rumal & Patanjali Statue to Chennamaneni Vidyasagar Rao,

Governor of Maharashtra, on occasion International Day of Yoga 2016

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This year, Kaivalyadhama has been working together with the Ministry of AYUSH in the committee formed to celebrate the International Day of Yoga 2016. Kaivalyadhama believes that the celebrations should not be only one day, but we should have immersion in the practice.

The institute organized programs in various states and it required lot of preparations and coordina-tion. Our steps included

1. Training our Yoga Teachers in the CYP.

2. Conducting CYP Training for participants for 36 hours. This was the immersion where they went though 26 hours practice and 10 hours theory discussion.

3. Conduct the 21st June celebrations.

The CYP training included the following discussion

Theory

i. History of Yoga

ii. Various schools of Yoga

iii. Understanding Astang Yoga and its importance

iv. Understanding Yoga and its importance

v. Fundamental concepts of Yoga

a. Panch Kosha b. Nadis c. Chakra

vi. Distinction between Yoga-asana and physical exercise

vii. Concept of diet and nutrition according to Yoga

viii. Role of Yoga in stress management

ix. Scientific research in the field of Yoga

x. Scientific research in the field of Yoga 2

We reached to all the states, which were allotted to us with our partners and associates.

Following states were covered:

Sr. No. State Place CYP Training Celebrations

1 Maharashtra

a. Lonavla Municipal Council

Police Trainng School 100 500

Sr. No. State Place CYP Training Celebrations

Indian Naval Ship - Shivaji 1,000 2,000

b. Pune Police Commissionarate 4,000

Savitribai Phule Pune University 50 250

c. Mumbai 33 centres for one month 10,000

Indian Coast Guard 200 200

Cooper Hospital 90

Colaba Capmion School 350

Indian Post 100 100

K.E.M. Hospital 200

K.C.College 300 300

National College 110 110

Mumbai University 400 1,000

Mumbai Rajbhavan 60 60

2 Kerala Kochi 16 200

With MG University 229 colleges

3 Lakshadweep The Administration of Lakshadweep 100 400

4 Daman & Diu The Administration of Diu 46 1,500

The Administration of Daman 50 1,000

5Arunachal Pradesh with VCE

The Sports Authority of India, State chapter

2,208 2,468

6 Jammu & Kashmir Jammu with VKMI 200 1,000

7 Goa Indian Coast Guard 75 300

8 Karnataka Indian Coast Guard 15 150

9 Delhi Indian Coast Guard (Noida) 90

Indian Coast Guard (HQ) 90

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S.N.D.T. UNIVERSITY STUDENTS VISIT

VISIT OF TEAM FROM COLLEGE OF DEFENCE MANAGEMENT, SECUNDRABAD

GUESTS VISITS KAIVALYADHAMA, MUMBAI

YOGA CLASS FOR POLICE PERSONNEL

'KNOW THYSELF', GUEST LECTURE OF MRS. SMITA JAYKARSNDT University Students Visit

Yoga Class for Police Personnel

'Know Thyself ', Guest Lecture of Mrs. Smita JaykarVisit of Brigadier J S Rajpurohit to Kaivalyadhama

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GROUP CLASS MEDITATION WORKSHOP

C.C.Y.E. CERTIFICATE DISTRIBUTION

LABOUR DAY CELEBRATION

Group ClassCCYE Certificate Distribution Labour Day Celebration

Meditation Workshop

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BACK CARE WORKSHOP

REGIONAL TEACHERS' TRAINING

PRANAYAMA SADHANA SHIBIR

Back Care Workshop

Regional Teachers' Training

Pranayama Sadhana Shibir

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KAIVALYA VIDYA NIKETAN

FELICITATION FOR CLASS X STUDENTS

INVESTITURE CEREMONY

REAPPROVAL UNDER THE FCRA

THANKS TO OUR DONORS

The Samiti went through the process of re-approval for acceptance of donations under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act. The process was successfully completed and renewed for next five years. This enables the Samiti to get donations for Scientific Research and Infrastructural development of the Samiti.

We express our heartfelt gratitude to our donors for coming forward and helping us in taking the work of the institute ahead.

Sr. No. Name Purpose

1 NOK Foundation, USAFilm on Swami Kuvalyananda and the 8th International Conference.

2 Samahita Yoga, Thailand 8th International Conference

3 Yoga Education Fund Scholarships, IDY 2016

4 Advocate Shri.Nitin Thakkar Scientific Research

5 Shri.Sudhir Tiwari Research and Infrastructure Development

6 Confederation of Yoga, Portugal Research and development

7 Advocate Ms.Rajni Iyer General

8 Ms.Renuka Kotak General

9 Dr Shashikant Albal General

10 Nitin G Thakker General

11 Rotary Club Bombay Charities Trust - 3 International Day of Yoga

12 Shri Sharad Nevatia Yoga Education Fund - Scholarship

13 Jamnalal Bajaj Foundation Yoga Education Fund

14 Jindal Rail Infrastructure Limited Goshala

Felicitation for Class X Students

Investitutre Ceremony

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THE INDIAN YOGA ASSOCIATION

The Indian Yoga Association held its General Body meeting wherein it elected its new Executive Committee. Shri. O.P. Tiwari continues to guide as the President with Dr. H.R. Nagendra as Senior Vice President, Smt. Hansa Jaydev Yogendra and Dr. S.P. Mishra and Vice Presidents. So also a Advisory Board was formed for the IYA and invitation was sent to Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Dr. Pranav Pandya, Swami Chidananda (muniji), Swami Ramdev and Sadguru Jaggi Vasudev.

The IYA also was accredited as the Personnel Accreditation Body under the scheme of Yoga accreditation, Quality Council of India. The first examination was conducted at SVYASA Benguluru.

THREE YEARS PRANAYAMA TEACHERS' TRAINING COURSEAt Kaivalyadhama Lonavala. Led by Shri Sudhir Tiwari

PHASE ONE (YEAR 1)

Step 1 (2016)

Thursday, December 15th (PM Start) - Thursday, December 22nd (Noon Finish)

Step 2 (2017)

Wednesday May 3rd (PM Start) – Wednesday, May 10th (Noon Finish)

Step 3 (2017)

Tuesday August 22nd (Morning Start) – Wednesday, August 30th (evening Finish)

PHASE TWO (YEAR 2)

Step 1 (week 1) - Step 2 (week 2) - Step 3 (9 days)

(Every step four months apart. Dates to be announced)

PHASE THREE (YEAR 3)

Step 1 (week 1) — Step 2 (week 2) — Step 3 (9 days)

(Every step four months apart. Dates to be announced)

COURSE FEE

Tuition Fee – 5000 Euros for 3 Years Plus Room and board and food Extra

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