The People Who Make the Festival Come Alive
Teachers.
Practitioners.
Artists.
Volunteers.
Dreamers.
Seekers.
At the International Yoga Festival Vrindavan, the program matters.
The location matters.
The experience matters.
But what participants remember most are the people they meet.
Every conversation, every shared practice, every meal, every workshop, every smile becomes part of a larger story.
Because a festival is not simply a collection of events.
It is a gathering of people.
And every person brings something unique.
The People Who Make the Festival Come Alive
Teachers.
Practitioners.
Artists.
Volunteers.
Dreamers.
Seekers.
At the International Yoga Festival Vrindavan, the program matters.
The location matters.
The experience matters.
But what participants remember most are the people they meet.
Every conversation, every shared practice, every meal, every workshop, every smile becomes part of a larger story.
Because a festival is not simply a collection of events.
It is a gathering of people.
And every person brings something unique.
More Than Teachers.
More Than Participants.
The International Yoga Festival Vrindavan brings together people from different cultures, professions, traditions, and stages of life.
Some arrive as experienced yoga teachers.
Some are attending their very first yoga festival.
Some come seeking knowledge.
Others come seeking connection.
Yet despite their different journeys, they all become part of the same community.
For three days, the festival becomes a space where learning, sharing, and friendship happen naturally.
More Than Teachers.
More Than Participants.
The International Yoga Festival Vrindavan brings together people from different cultures, professions, traditions, and stages of life.
Some arrive as experienced yoga teachers.
Some are attending their very first yoga festival.
Some come seeking knowledge.
Others come seeking connection.
Yet despite their different journeys, they all become part of the same community.
For three days, the festival becomes a space where learning, sharing, and friendship happen naturally.
“When teachers from every path unite, the world becomes a temple of learning.”
Meet Our People
Learn from Inspiring Voices
Our people represent diverse yoga traditions, wellness disciplines, and areas of expertise. Together, they create a programme that combines practical learning, personal experience, and timeless wisdom.
Whether you are interested in yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, philosophy, movement, wellbeing, or conscious living, you’ll find opportunities to learn from people who are passionate about sharing their knowledge.
Special Guests (2026)
Shri Prataprao Jadhav
Minister of AYUSH Central
Shri Sudhanshu Trivedi
Minister of Parliament, National Spokes Person, U.P.
Shri Laxmi Narayan Chaudhary
Cabinet Minister, Uttar Pradesh Government
Shri Hema Malini
Minister of Parliament, Mathura Uttar Pradesh
Shri Shrikant Sharma
MLA, Mathura Vrindavan
Yoga Masters and Saints (2026)
Padmashri Ida Rsi Putra
Manuaba
Founder, Ashram Gandhi Puri, Bali, Indonesia
Dr. Yogrishi Vishvketu
Founder, Akhanda Yoga Institute, Rishikesh, India
Swami Jitanand
Self-defense & Siddhi Yoga Sadhana, Madhya Pradesh, India
Dr. Radheshyam Mishra
Founder, Yogalife Global, Brazil
Dr. Subramanian Ananda Venkata
Director, Adhyatma Yoga Academy; Secretary, Kr-IYA, Bangalore, India
Giulia Borioli
President at YogaFestival IT, Milan, Italy
Vaidhya Prabhu Dayal Gogia
Ayurvedacharya, Chief Medical Officer from MCD, Delhi, India
Suchitra Pareekh
Senior Faculty, The Yoga Institute, Mumbai, India
Yogacharya Dhakaram
Founder, YogaPeace Sansthan, Jaipur, India
Elena De Martin
Founder, La Yoga Shala, Milan, Italy
Dr. Ishwar V. Basavaraddi
Founder, Appaa Yoga Academy, Delhi;
Director, MGUMST, Jaipur, India
Dr. Navdeep Joshi
Founder, Navyoga Gram, International Nada Yoga Guru and Therapist, Delhi, India
Emma Leaf
Founder, Infinite Yoga, London, United Kingdom
Dr. Toran Singh
Dean, Faculty of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, University of Patanjali, Haridwar, India
Dr. Vishal Bodhi
Founder, Bodhi Institute of Alternative Medicine (BIAM), Prayagraj, India
Dr. Mohanan M
Principal, Sanskriti University, Uttar Pradesh, India
Praveen Kumar Verma
Founder, Praveen Yoga Academy, Haryana, India
Dr. Ashish Arya
Co-founder, Sankhya Yoga & Wellness, Mumbai, India
Dr. Kanak Soni
HoD, Faculty of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, University of Patanjali, Haridwar, India
Dr. Abhijith K.B
Ass. Prof., Subharti College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Meerut, India
Artists and Performers (2026)
Gaura Mani Devi
Vrajavadhus Kirtan, Vrindavan, India
Cinta Savitri
Shantisena Ashram Gandhi Puri, Classical Dancer, Indonesia
Monica (Moni) Pramanik
Indian Classical Kathak Dancer, West Bengal, India
Rangrupa Bora
Indian Classical Sattriya Dancer, Assam, India
Prachi & Group
Indian Classical & Folk Dancers, India
“The true teacher awakens what is already divine within you.”
A Global Community
Yoga speaks many languages.
Each year, participants from India and around the world come together in Vrindavan to learn, practise, celebrate, and connect.
Different backgrounds.
Different experiences.
One shared curiosity.
One shared journey.
The diversity of our community creates opportunities for conversations and friendships that continue long after the festival ends.
Whom Will You Meet?
Yoga Practitioners
People looking to deepen their practice and discover new perspectives.
Wellness Enthusiasts
Individuals passionate about holistic health, Ayurveda, nutrition, and mindful living.
Students & Researchers
Curious minds exploring yoga, philosophy, culture, and wellbeing.
Travellers & Explorers
Visitors seeking authentic cultural experiences and meaningful connections.
Artists & Musicians
Creative individuals sharing music, movement, and cultural expression.
Community Builders
People who believe in the power of human connection and shared experiences.
The Spirit of Sangha
Why Community Matters
In yoga, the word Sangha refers to a supportive community of people walking a shared path.
Many participants arrive at the festival alone.
Few leave feeling alone.
Over three days, strangers become friends.
Teachers become mentors.
Conversations become collaborations.
Connections become lasting relationships.
The spirit of Sangha is one of the most meaningful aspects of the festival, and one of the reasons so many people return.
Join the Community
Whether you are a yoga teacher, student, practitioner, artist, researcher, traveller, volunteer, or simply someone curious to learn and grow, there is a place for you at the International Yoga Festival Vrindavan.
You don’t need years of experience.
You don’t need to fit a particular profile.
You simply need an open mind and a willingness to participate.
The rest happens naturally.
“The people you meet may become one of the most valuable parts of your journey.”
