3rd International Yoga Seminar 2012

Dear Yoga Friends & Enthusiasts,

Daniel Fonseca & Jeenal Mehta will be soon leaving to Ujjain for taking part in the 3rd International Yoga Seminar organized by Ujjain Yoga Life Society. 

This Seminar on Yoga will focus on the scientific knowledge of Yoga and offer various opportunities for a structured dialogue on the major issues facing 'Yoga as a treatment tool'. A variety of sessions from abstract-driven presentations to symposia, workshops, bridging sessions and plenary sessions will meet the needs of various participants from diverse fields. Other related activities including the special talks on various newly invented aspects of Yoga, meetings of Yoga experts of East and West, poster presentations and cultural events, will contribute to an overall exceptional opportunity towards the better understanding Yoga  for  physical, mental, emotional, moral and spiritual health. This event will be a perfect networking opportunity for Medical Professionals and Alternative Therapy Professionals on one platform.

We also would like to mention that this unique Seminar is also committed to environmental protection, and for that reason is not using paper in the whole event. All the procedures shall be completed online in softcopies. Instead of Souvenir Books there will be a link to download Souvenir, which will also be containing abstracts of all the presentations and shall be mailed to all the participants. Only participation cetificate shall be provided using paper.

SEMINAR PROGRAM

The Yoga Seminar Program seeks to promote scientific excellence and inquiry in Yoga, to foster multi-sectoral dialogue and constructive debate, and to reinforce accountability amongst all stakeholders. Sessions will focus on the latest research and development in Yoga and health issues. The Seminar will feature abstract-driven sessions, a variety of symposia sessions, and special sessions on the new era in Yoga in India and abroad.

DANIEL FONSECA will be participating in the Technical Session-II in Hall A on the 13th Oct at 13:00 presenting the paper: 

'EDUCATION OF THE PHYSICAL FOR THE EDUCATION OF THE MIND' 

JEENAL MEHTA will be participating in the Technical Session-VI in Hall A on the 14th Oct at 11:45 presenting the paper:

 'YOGA FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH & EMPOWERMENT'

Jeenal Mehta & Daniel Fonseca
Co-founders of Wise Living Yoga Academy

Other Highlights of this seminar are:

• Workshops on Yoga Therapy, Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Ashtanga-Vinyasa, Yajna Therapy and Meditation
• Lectures of Great Masters
• Research Paper Presentations
• Cultural Programmes
• Awards for best paper presenters
• Sattvik & Naturopathy Food Court
• Exhibitions of Yoga Pictures, Books, Music, Yoga Assemblies etc

ABOUT UJJAIN

Ujjain (also known as Ujain, Ujjayini, Avanti, Avantikapuri) is an ancient city of the Malwa region in Central India, which lies on the eastern bank of the Shipra River, and is today part of the state of Madhya Pradesh. In ancient times the city was called Ujjayini. As mentioned in the Mahabharata epic, Ujjayini was the capital of the Avanti Kingdom, and has been the Prime Meridian for Hindu geographers since the 4th century BCE.

Ujjain is one of the seven (7) sacred cities (Sapta Puri) of the Hindus, and the Kumbh Mela religious festival is held there every 12 years. It is also home to Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, which is one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines to Lord Shiva, and is also the place where Lord Krishna got his education from his guru Maharshi Sandipani.

For more information about this International Seminar in Ujjain please visit the website: http://www.yogalife.co.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=87&Itemid=60

Namaskar! Om Shanti!

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Jeenal Mehta & Daniel Fonseca, co-founders of Wise Living Yoga Academy which is authorized to impart Yoga Teacher Training Courses on the tradition of The Yoga Institute of Santacruz in Mumbai, India – the world’s oldest organized Yoga Institution. The residential programs are held regularly in Bali (Indonesia), Chiang Mai (Thailand) & Minas Gerais (Brazil) throughout the year and are accredited by the Yoga Alliance at the 200 hours level, allowing the graduates to teach Yoga in any part of the world.

Please follow the links to know more about our YTT courses 200 hours in 2012/2013:

- Yoga Teacher Training Course in Minas Gerais, Brazil

- Yoga Teacher Training Course in Bali, Indonesia

- Yoga Teacher Training Course in Chiang Mai, Thailand

World Householders’ Yoga Convention

World Householders’ Yoga Convention

25th & 26th December 2012

The Yoga Institute of Santacruz, Mumbai, India - The Oldest Organized Yoga Center in the World completes 94 years of existence on 25th December, 2012. Celebrating this auspicious occasion, we cordially invite you to the World Householders' Yoga Convention 2012.

EVENTS HIGHLIGHTS: 

EXHIBITION: Learn about the pioneering research done by The Yoga Institute in Therapeutic Yoga, Yoga Indology and Yoga Education through a wonderful Exhibition also showcasing different aspects of Yoga.

PANEL DISCUSSIONS: Various important applications of The Yoga Way of Life will be discussed in enlightening Panel Discussions including leading personalities in fields of Medicine, Education, Corporate, Media, etc.

EXPERIENCE: The physical as well as the subtle (mental, emotional and spiritual ) effects of Yoga.  Feel true relaxation of body and mind and learn how Simple Yoga Practices help to gain clarity of mind and strength of character.

So join us in celebrating the ancient wisdom and science of Yoga passed on to us by our forefathers.

Venue: The Yoga Institute, Yogendra Marg, Prabhat Colony, Santacruz East, Mumbai 400 055, India.
Dates: 25th & 26th December 2012
Time: Between 8:00am to 8:00 pm

Contact for more information:
Email: info@theyogainstitute.org
Or call: 022-26122185 / 022-26110506

Watch out for more updates of the event on the blog: http://theyogainstitutemumbai.blogspot.in

Yoga Teacher Training Chiang Mai, Thailand in June 2012

Namaste Yoga Aspirants!

The Wise Living Yoga Academy Team invites you to join their Yoga Teacher Training to experience this beautiful journey of positive transformation, of self discovery, of self love and spiritual realisation!

JOIN US FOR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING IN CHIANG MAI, THAILAND IN JUNE & JULY & NOVEMBER 2012! Hurry up for early bird discounts. Click here!

2012 JULY - CHIANG MAI, THAILAND BATCH. YOGA GRADUATION DAY
 

Please note that we are a traditional Yoga school. We do not have any mixtures or fusions of recent styles. We follow the ancient system of YOGA. Early bird discount for limited period. Please check the link above for details. The fees include course, books, food, accomdation & certfication. All inclusive. 



Yoga Students during the SATURDAY CONCEPTUAL ACTIVITIES
from JULY 2012 batch in CHIANG MAI, THAILAND.

Yoga Teacher Training Certification day
in Chiang Mai, Thailand - July

A deep positive transformation is the aim of our Yoga Teacher Training!

Learning different cleansing techniques, practicing asanas, studying philosophy, connecting back to nature, everyday meditation, breathing techniques and relaxation techniques will bring tranquillity and clarity in your physical and mental levels. Then one can experience the joy of being free from inhibitions, stress and pressures of a fast life.


Click on the link to know :  Fundamentals of Yoga Education in Yoga Teacher Training!

You can visit our webiste www.wiselivingyoga.com for more information or write to us on info@wiselivingyoga.com.

Yoga Physical Education class

Conceptual Activities! Have fun and learn!

Yogic Relaxation class

Yoga Methodology class

Morning Asana class

Healthy salad during lunch

Participants enjoying lunch together!

Daniel showing Sarvangasana - Shoulder Stand Pose



The course is recognized by The International Board of Yoga, The Yoga Institute - India which is the worlds oldest Yoga Organisation and accredited by Yoga Alliance - USA (RYS-200 Level). Please follow the links to know more about our YTT course 200 hours in 2012:-

- Yoga Teacher Training Course in Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Yoga Teacher Training Course in Bali, Indonesia
- Yoga Teacher Training Course in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Yours in Yoga,

Wise Living Yoga Academy Team

International Yoga Seminar 2011 in Ujjain, India

Last year many different spiritual Yoga events took place. The Ujjain life society of Pt. Radheshyam Mishra organised an International Yoga Seminar at the Kalidas Sanskrit Academy in Ujjain on 23rd Sept to 25th Sept 2011. . The chief guest speaker of the inauguration function was our Guru Shrimati Hansaji Jayadev Yogendra. The other chief guest were eminent Yoga and spiritual personalities such as TT Rangrajan, Pt Vijay Shankar Mehta, Swami Magalananda, Yogi Andre Riehl and Basavareddy of The Morarji Desai Yoga University.

Jeenal and Daniel both were speakers at the seminar. They presented a detailed workshop on Yogendra Asanas. Jeenal spoke on Sustainable development based on Ethical norms of Yoga in the age of Industrial Violence.

The seminar consisted of informative presentation on researches on Yogic science, inaugural lecture on Yoga & naturopathy, a spiritual transformation session ‘ Voice of love’ by the founder of Alma matter TT Rangrajan, Obesity and Yoga, Heart care presentation by Dr. Shantaram Shetty of The Yoga Institute, Yoga Nidra session by Mr. Andre.

On the second day early in the morning there was a Yoga awareness rally being organized by the team of Ujjain Yoga life Society to motivate the residents of the city to incorporate Yoga as a way of life into their daily routine. Meena Ramnathan presented a very informative workshop on Rishi Culture Yoga.

Apart from this there were lovely cultural shows that were organized such as the Music session ‘ Kabeer Yog Gaan’ –Folk singing by Padma Shri Prahlad Tipaniya. A beautiful and vibrant Malwa dance of India by Pallavi Kishan and Pratikalpa group and a musical session by Salil Bhatt – Sattvik Veena (a form of Guitar).

There were many informative technical session by various doctors of Naturopathy, Homeopathy and Ayurveda. Dr. Arpan Bhatt from the Jamnagar Ayurveda University of Gujarat presented an extremely detailed session on Yoga and Ayurveda. Aslo Dr. Malshe spoke on Obeisty, fasting and Yoga.

The Valedictory session on the last day happened in the presence of emiment Yoga personalities suchas Shri Vijay Tiwari, Dr. Shantaram Shetty and Prof. H.R. Nagendra. Daniel R Fonseca of The Wiseliving Yoga was also one of the speaker in the valedictory session.

In all, the seminar was highly informative, it gave a platform to the Yoga scholars to exchange ideas, spread the knowledge of Yoga and also gave opportunity of networking.

We would like to thank Pt Radhe Shyam Mishra and his group to arrange this International Yoga event that brought the Yoga aspirants and renowned scholars from different parts of the world under one roof of spirituality.

Namaskaar,

Jeenal

Hansaji at International Yoga Seminar in Ujjain

Namaskaar Yoga friends,

Daniel and I (Jeenal) were delighted to see our beloved Guru Shrimati Hansaji Jayadeva Yogendra inspiring hundereds of people with her charming personality, wise words of wisdom and her beautiful smile at the International Yoga Seminar at Ujjain, organised by Ujjain Life Society of Pt. Radheshyam Mishra. Hansaji was the Chief Guest Speaker of the Inaugration Ceremony. There were aslo other several eminent guests speakers present in the seminar who are great Yoga scholars and spiritual teachers as well.

She spoke beautifully on Yoga to the audience motivating them to follow the Yogachars (The 4 pillars of Yoga). Futher she spoke on life management, concepts such as Dharma (Duty) and Shraddha (Faith), Yogic eating habits and many other deeper aspects of human personality in relation with Yoga. Her speech had valuable and effective practical advices on life and lifestyle and were extremely appreciated by all the Yoga aspirants. Hansaji shined like a star, she looked beautiful inside out in her purple Indian Saree and a bright red bindi on her forehead. Her humble speech touched everyone's heart..she spoke with grace and power.

Every one and I myself, we all were moved when she concluded her ending note with wise words such as ''you have to continuosly flow in life, accept everybody in life, just see that everybody has it's own place in the world, go ahead and you will be really happy..blissful..we really do not need to put in so much effort to be healthy, we just need to become simple, make our food habits simple..make our thoughts simple"!!

Such a great personality..such a beautiful human, so humble gesture of namaste that she made as she bowed to everyone with humility and thanking the people.

Jai Gurudeva!! OM!!

PS : I will be soon putting in more details about her speech and about our experience at the International Yoga Seminar in Ujjain. Namaskaar,

Jeenal Mehta

The Yoga of Mahatma Gandhi

Dear friends,

It has been some time that I have not visited Sevagram where Gandhiji lived for 10 years and now there is an Ashram. We take the people to the Ashram with an intention to spread the Gandhian principles. Also I wish that the children benefit from such trips by studying Yoga, Gandhiji's philosophy, vegetarianism, village industry and sustainable development. This year I have not been able to organize a trip to the Ashram, therefore, this is my endeavor to spread this knowledge to everyone for the benefit of humanity. Please have a look below!

Bapu's words : When in despair I remember that all through history the way of truth and love has always won; there have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time they can seem invincible, but in the end they always fall.

Fear and love are contradictory terms. Love is reckless in giving away, oblivious as to what it gets in return. Love wrestles with the world as with the self and ultimately gains mastery over all other feelings.

The law of love will work, just as the law of gravitation will work, whether we accept it or not. Just as a scientist will work wonders out of various applications of the law of nature, even so a man who applies the law of love with scientific precision can work greater wonders.

Gandhiji ka Charkha...means Handspunk. This was Gandhiji's appeal to the people of India to use human labour to produce cloth with the handspunk as it would to be a practical economic means for the poor villagers of India against the modern commercialization and industrialization leading to unemployement (64.27 percent people of India live in villages with low wages due to unemployment)

Return To Simplicity If I preach against the modern artificial life of sensual enjoyment, and ask men and women to go back to the wimple life epitomized in the Charkha, I do so because I know that, without an intelligent return to simplicity, there is no escape from our descent to a state lower than brutality. (YI, 21-7-1921, pp. 228-9)

Revival of the cottage industry, and not cottage industries, will remove the growing poverty. When once we have revived the one industry, all the other industries will follow…. I would make the spinning-wheel the foundation on which to build a sound village life. I would make the wheel the centre round which all other activities will revolve. (YI, 21-5-1925, pp. 176, 177)

The person who discovered the law of love was a far greater scientist than any of our modern scientists. Only our explorations have not gone far enough and so it is not possible for everyone to see all its workings.

Evening prayers at the Ashram at Sevagram. Till date the Ashram continues to follow the Gandhian principles and as you can see a kerosene lamp in the picture is used for light instead of electricity. Everything used in the ashram is ecological and non-violent to nature.

It is the law of love that rules mankind. Had violence, i.e. hate, ruled us we should have become extinct long ago. And yet, the tragedy of it is that the so-called civilized men and nations conduct themselves as if the basis of society was violence.

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The law of love will work, just as the law of gravitation will work, whether we accept it or not. Just as a scientist will work wonders out of various applications of the law of nature, even so a man who applies the law of love with scientific precision can work greater wonders.

Talking on Swaraj and asking them to wear local indian clothes and help to uplift the village industry.

Empower our children with love, compassion, courage and patience. Take children to places like Ashrams like the one of Mahatma Gandhi and show them a way of Non-violence. Educate them on concepts such as vegetarianism, environmental awareness, sustainable developement and self sufficient village economy. Inspire them by sharing the work of great personality such as Swami Vivekananda, Gandhiji, Mother Teresa and many such. This will pave a path of peace for us and our future generation.


Lots of peace to all !! Namaskar !!
Jeenal

2nd International Yoga Seminar 2011

Yoga for Health, Illness & Disease
From 23rd to 25th September, 2011 at Ujjain, M.P. India

Our beloved Guru Smt. Hansaji Jayadeva Yogendra is one of the Guest Speakers and the Chair Person of the Opening Ceremony of the 2nd International Yoga Seminar held in the city of Ujjain, state of Madhya Pradesh, India.


Daniel & Jeenal were also invited to make a presentation and workshop at the Seminar.

The event is organized by the Ujjain Yogalife Society, another affiliated and authorized center of The Yoga Institute of Santacruz, Mumbai, the oldest organised Yoga institution in the world.

Hansaji speaking at the 1st International Yoga Seminar in 2010.

The International YOGA Seminar will present lectures and workshops within the following six program tracks:

Track A: Effects of YOGA on the human body
Track B: YOGA as clinical and prevention science
Track C: YOGA for physical health
Track D: YOGA for mental health
Track E: Scientific research, case studies in YOGA
Track F: Involvement of YOGA in various therapies
Track G: YOGA philosophy for societal well-being, peace and integrity

We also would like to call attention to the fact that this event is an Eco-friendly seminar:

- The organisers of this Yogalife Seminar wanted to show a strong commitment to environmental protection and, for that reason, did not use any paper during this unique event. 

- All procedures for registration, abstract submissions, fee payments, tour and accommodation bookings, volunteer applications, sponsorship and donations were completed online.

 - Badges and Certificates were also presented in a new format using only cotton materials.

To know more please click here and visit the Event's Website.

Namaskar !!