Sri Pathanjali Maharishi Yoga Trust

"SERVE, LOVE, GIVE, PURIFY, MEDITATE, REALIZE"

A registered NGO dedicated to promoting Yoga as a transformative discipline for physical, mental, and emotional well-being at individual and community levels.

Yoga for Holistic Well-being

"EMPOWER, HEAL, TRANSFORM"

Specialized yoga therapy programs for mental health support, chronic illness management, pregnancy wellness, and inclusive wellness for people with disabilities.

Community Yoga Initiatives

"UNITE, BALANCE, HARMONIZE"

Reaching diverse communities through yoga programs for youth development, senior citizens, corporate wellness, and economically underprivileged populations.

International Yoga Day Celebrations

"CELEBRATE, INSPIRE, ELEVATE"

Organizing mass yoga demonstrations in collaboration with Government of India, Ministry of Ayush, NCC, and educational institutions since 2015.

Who We Are

Sri Pathanjali Maharishi Yoga Trust

Transforming Lives Through Yoga Since 2010

We are a registered non-profit organization established in 2010 under the Indian Trust Act, 1882. Our mission is to foster the incorporation of Yoga as a transformative discipline, promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being at individual and community levels.

Based in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, we work towards nurturing a culture of empathy, compassion, and harmony through yoga-based interventions. Our initiatives aim to enable individuals to unlock their full potential and foster a compassionate, harmonious, and improved human society.

We collaborate with government agencies, educational institutions, healthcare providers, and community organizations to extend the benefits of yoga to diverse populations across Tamil Nadu and beyond.

15+

Years of Service

10,000+

Lives Impacted

50+

Partner Institutions

15+

Yoga Programs

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Yoga Community

Our Guiding Principles

Our Vision

SPMY Trust envisions a world where Yoga is universally embraced as a potent tool for nurturing holistic well-being. This vision entails enabling individuals to unlock their full potential and fostering a compassionate, harmonious, and improved human society.

Our Mission

To foster the incorporation of Yoga as a transformative discipline, promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being at the individual and community levels. This initiative aims to nurture a culture of empathy, compassion, and harmony.

Our Core Values

INDISCRIMINATE • INCLUSIVE APPROACH • INTEGRITY & ACCOUNTABILITY • PROMOTING PEACE & NONVIOLENCE

Our Impact

Measuring success through lives transformed by yoga

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NCC Cadets Trained

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Community Members Reached

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Partner Organizations

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Target Beneficiary Groups

Target Beneficiaries

Reaching diverse communities through specialized yoga programs

General Public Wellness

Adults, seniors, children enhancing physical, mental, emotional well-being through holistic health practices.

Mental Health Support

Individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress – therapeutic practices for resilience and clarity.

Chronic Illness Management

Hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, chronic pain – improving quality of life through yoga.

Performance Enhancement

For sports & artists: flexibility, focus, balance, and overall physical performance.

Inclusive Wellness (Disabilities)

Adapted practices for physical, sensory, or cognitive challenges, ensuring accessibility.

Healthcare Professionals

Self-care, emotional balance for doctors, nurses, caregivers to improve patient care.

Academic Wellness

For educators & students: stress management, focus, enhanced learning environments.

Prisoners & At‑Risk Youth

Healing, rehabilitation, self-awareness in correctional settings.

Community Partnerships

Collaborations with NGOs, support groups to extend wellness offerings.

Police & Security Forces

Specialized interventions for police, ITBP, CISF, airport staff for stress management.

Corporate Employees

Workplace wellness, stress reduction, productivity enhancement.

School Children

Concentration, emotional regulation, holistic development.

Senior Citizens

Gentle yoga for mobility, vitality, social connection.

Women's Wellness

Pregnancy, postpartum, menstrual health, empowerment.

Support For Economical Unpriviliged Communties

Community outreach programs designed to provide equitable access to wellness resources for low-income and undeserved populations.

Our Contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Aligning our yoga-based initiatives with all 17 global development priorities

No Poverty

SDG 1: End poverty

Our free yoga programs for economically disadvantaged communities provide accessible wellness resources, reducing healthcare costs and promoting well-being among low-income populations.

Zero Hunger

SDG 2: End hunger

Yoga practices that enhance digestion and metabolism, combined with nutrition education, support better utilization of nutrients and overall health improvement.

Good Health & Well-being

SDG 3: Healthy lives

Comprehensive yoga therapy programs addressing mental health, chronic illnesses, preventive healthcare, and holistic wellness for all age groups and communities.

Quality Education

SDG 4: Inclusive education

Yoga education in schools and colleges, teacher training programs, and workshops that enhance concentration, learning capacity, and emotional intelligence.

Gender Equality

SDG 5: Gender equality

Women-specific yoga programs, pregnancy wellness, postpartum care, and empowerment through yoga, creating safe spaces for women's health and development.

Clean Water & Sanitation

SDG 6: Clean water

Promoting hydration awareness through yoga, teaching purification practices, and supporting community water conservation initiatives.

Affordable & Clean Energy

SDG 7: Clean energy

Yoga practices that enhance personal energy management, pranayama techniques for vitality, and promoting sustainable living through mindful consumption.

Decent Work & Economic Growth

SDG 8: Economic growth

Training yoga therapists and instructors, creating employment opportunities in wellness sector, workplace wellness programs enhancing productivity.

Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure

SDG 9: Innovation

Innovative yoga therapy approaches, research in yoga science, and developing community wellness infrastructure through partnerships.

Reduced Inequalities

SDG 10: Reduce inequality

Inclusive yoga programs for people with disabilities, economically disadvantaged groups, and marginalized communities ensuring equitable wellness access.

Sustainable Cities & Communities

SDG 11: Sustainable cities

Community yoga programs, green yoga spaces, urban wellness initiatives, and promoting sustainable living practices through yoga philosophy.

Responsible Consumption & Production

SDG 12: Responsible consumption

Teaching mindfulness in consumption, promoting sustainable yoga props, and encouraging eco-friendly practices through yoga principles.

Climate Action

SDG 13: Climate action

Tree plantation during yoga events, environmental awareness through yoga philosophy, and promoting harmony with nature.

Life Below Water

SDG 14: Life below water

Beach cleaning yoga sessions, marine conservation awareness, and teaching respect for all elements of nature through yoga.

Life on Land

SDG 15: Life on land

Outdoor yoga in natural settings, biodiversity conservation awareness, and teaching interconnectedness with all living beings.

Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions

SDG 16: Peace & justice

Yoga for conflict resolution, stress management for justice personnel, and promoting inner peace as foundation for societal harmony.

Partnerships for the Goals

SDG 17: Partnerships

Collaborating with government, educational institutions, healthcare providers, and NGOs to amplify impact and reach diverse communities.

Our Programs & Initiatives

Comprehensive yoga-based wellness programs for diverse needs

Yoga & Meditation

Community‑based yoga promoting physical, mental, emotional well‑being. Inclusive programs for all ages.

Skills Training

Employability skills, vocational training, soft skills (communication, leadership, teamwork).

Inter‑Organizational Collaboration

MoUs with universities, hospitals, training centers for wellness initiatives and stress management.

Wellness & Awareness

Workshops on stress management, awareness campaigns on benefits of yoga and meditation.

Training & Capacity Building

Mentoring trainers, continuous professional development platforms for programme sustainability.

Community Engagement

Empowering communities to lead and sustain initiatives through participatory approaches.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning

Evidence‑based practices, tracking outcomes, regular evaluations for continuous improvement.

Collective Endeavors

Resource‑sharing, collaborative action, networking with like‑minded organizations.

Our Core Values

INDISCRIMINATE

We embrace diversity and reject all forms of discrimination, ensuring equal opportunities for all.

INCLUSIVE APPROACH

We foster an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills.

INTEGRITY & ACCOUNTABILITY

We operate with transparency, honesty, and accountability, ensuring our actions align with our values.

PROMOTING PEACE & NONVIOLENCE

We champion peace, nonviolence, and conflict resolution, cultivating compassion and harmony.

EMPATHY

Nurturing a culture of empathy, compassion, and understanding in all our interactions.

HOLISTIC WELL‑BEING

Promoting physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness for all individuals.

SERVICE (SEVA)

Selfless service as a fundamental principle guiding our work in the community.

UNIVERSAL OUTREACH

Yoga for every individual, irrespective of background, culture, religion, or identity.

Our Strategic Actions

Key initiatives and collaborations that define our impact

Funded by Government of India

International Yoga Day Celebration - 2015

  • 2 (TN) Girls Bn. 2 (TN) Naval 2 MedCoy NCC
  • SBI Solutions, Elcot IT Parks Ilanthakulam, Madurai
  • KLN Vidyalaya (CBSE SCHOOL), Viraganoor, Madurai
  • C.I.S.F. Airport Unit staff, Madurai
  • Sri Meenakshi Govt. Arts College for Women (Autonomous) Madurai under The Nehru Yuva Kendra (Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports - Govt. of India)
  • 45th Battalion, Indo Tibetan Border Police

Total Beneficiaries: 5,718

15 days of intense training for NCC cadets from 265 educational institutions in Madurai district based on the central government's common protocol for yoga with 2,826 NCC cadets in Dr. M.G.R. Stadium Race Course, 2,892 NCC cadets in Armed Reserved Line Police Ground.

June 21, 2015
Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India

International Yoga Day Celebration - 2017

One-day celebration organized Mass Yoga demonstration in collaboration with Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN), Ministry of Ayush, Government of INDIA.

Participating Institutions: Mahatma Montessori CBSE School Madurai (1,200 Students), SBI Solutions Elcot IT Parks, KLN Vidyalaya, C.I.S.F. Airport Unit, Sri Meenakshi Govt. Arts College for Women, 45th Battalion Indo Tibetan Border Police, ITBP Public School, Idayapatti, Madurai.

Preceded by Shri. Pon Radhakrishnan, Union Minister of State for Road Transport, Highways and Shipping.

June 21, 2017
Ministry of Ayush

International Yoga Day Celebration - 2018

Organized Mass Yoga demonstration in collaboration with the Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN), Ministry of Ayush, Government of INDIA under the scheme YOGA PARK One-year program eco-park.

Total Beneficiaries: 1,200 (men, women, kids, senior citizens)

June 21, 2018
Private & CSR Funding

International Yoga Day Celebration - 2018-2019

Khushi Ambient Media Solutions - Airline Staff Program

Total Beneficiaries: 500 Staff, school and college students

Participating organizations: Airports Authority of India, Airport Rescue & Fire Service, C.I.S.F. Airport Unit staff, Madurai, SPJ Matriculation Hr. Sec School, Amudham Matriculation Hr. Sec School, St. Anne's Girls Hr. Sec School, KRS Krishnamal Ramasubaiyar School, SARASWATHI NARAYANAN Arts & Science College, ESI Hospital Madurai for Patients.

2018-2019
CSR Initiative

CSR Project with HCL Group

Vama Sundari Investments (Delhi) Pvt. Ltd. (An HCL group company) CSR project.

1,200 Students participated at Mahatma Montessori CBSE School Madurai. Which was preceded by Shri. Pon Radhakrishnan, Union Minister of State for Road Transport, Highways and Shipping.

2020
Corporate Wellness

Ipca Ltd - Diabetes Awareness Programme

Conducted an awareness programme for diabetic patients in Madurai, Dindigul, and Coimbatore.

2024
Media & Awareness

Radio & Media Campaigns

  • Awareness program on Yoga for Corona telecasted by Gyan Vani FM radio station (IGNOU) - 2019
  • Awareness program "NAALTHORUM YOGA" telecasted by All India Radio FM Rainbow, Madurai
  • "KANNADI MAALIGAI" live telecasted by All India Radio FM Rainbow, Madurai
2019-2024

Awards and Recognition

Celebrating excellence in yoga-based community service

Nehru Yuva Kendra Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports - Govt. of India and Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu

Madurai, Tamil Nadu

June 21, 2016

Social Welfare Department, Government Goa in Collaboration With Mind Cube Impact Beyond Measure CSR Awards

Government of Goa Mental Health Advocacy Award at Raj Bhavan, Goa

March 25, 2024

2 (TN) Girls Bn NCC in Madurai

National Cadet Corps (NCC) unit for GIRLS

July 28, 2015

IGNOU Madurai Regional Centre (Tamil Nadu)

Collaboration for yoga education programs

July 29, 2015 & August 1, 2016

45th Battalion ITBP Madurai

Yoga programs for border security personnel

August 12, 2016

Central Industrial Security Force ASG Madurai Airport

Workplace wellness programs

September 8, 2016; June 21, 2017; June 21, 2024

4 (TN) Engr Coy NCC, NCC Training Area

Yoga training for NCC cadets

June 22, 2017

Central University of Tamil Nadu

Multiple collaborations for yoga programs and workshops

December 15, 2022; July 27, 2023; September 26, 2024

Organization Timeline

Our journey of growth and impact since 2010

2009

Trust Registered

Shri Pathanjali Maharishi Trust officially registered.

2010

Yoga at Koodal Alagar Temple

Yoga & meditation classes conducted for devotees at Madurai from Jan 2010 to June 2014 (under Govt of Tamil Nadu).

2015

Mass NCC Training

Trained 2,892 cadets at Armed Reserved Line Police Ground, involving 265 educational institutions in Madurai district, based on Common Yoga Protocol.

2017

12A & 80G Registrations

Successfully obtained registrations under sections 80G and 12A of the Income Tax Act.

2019

Yoga for Corona Awareness

Awareness program telecasted by Gyan Vani FM radio station (IGNOU).

2020

CSR Project with HCL

Vama Sundari Investments (Delhi) Pvt. Ltd. (HCL group) CSR project. 1200 students participated at Mahatma Montessori CBSE school, graced by Union Minister Shri Pon Radhakrishnan.

2024

National Workshop at CUTN

One‑day National workshop on Yoga for Menstrual Health, Mahotsav 2024, International Day of Yoga 50‑day countdown.

Our Valued Partners

Collaborating with organizations for greater impact