THE OLDEST ORGANISED YOGA INSTITUTE IN THE WORLD
In 1918, Shri Yogendra ji laid the foundation.
His Guruji Shri Madhavdas ji, blessed and trained him to be a true yogi. A Siddha, who demonstrated that being a householder can also enable you to achieve mastery over your physical and mental senses.
Yogendra ji firmly believed that people must be educated about yoga before they start practicing it.
Paramhamsa Madhavdasji
Founder’s Guru
1798-1921
Shri Yogendra ji
Founder
1897 – 1989
Smt. Sitadevi Yogendra
Mother
1912 – 2008
The Yoga Institute Rishikesh
We at Yoga Nagri Rishikesh (Yoga capital of the world) welcome every enthusiast to explore authentic traditional yogic practices and learn with best faculties.
Testimonials
1
Shri Ram Nath Kovind
Former President of India
We are aware that “Lifestyle diseases are increasing in India. Those who do yoga from childhood (in school or college) will build up strength and immunity.“I wish The Yoga Institute and everyone connected with it, all the best in their efforts to spread the goodness of Yoga and also congratulate them for carrying on the good work for the benefit of the people silently for the past ten decades
2
Shri M Venkaiah Naidu
Former Vice President of India
It gives me immense joy to see the stupendous work done by the Institute in the last 100 years which has brought them great laurels and accolade. I congratulate the entire Yogendra Family for living up to this noble task of spreading yoga across the globe.
3
Shri Narendra Modi
Prime Minister of India
Yoga has been a traditional lifestyle in every household of our country since ancient times. It enhances inner calm, peace, and brotherhood among the people. Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to the organizers and all the people joining the Centenary celebrations of the Yoga Institute.
4
Shri Amitabh Bachchan
Actor
The classic book, "Yoga for All" written by Dr. Hansaji is a humble recognition of the need in modern society for guidance towards a way of living that is in greater harmony with our natural surroundings and more synergistic with our fellow beings
“Come Experience the Inner Beauty”
– Dr. Hansaji Yogendra
