INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY CELEBRATIONS

5^th International Yoga Day was observed at D.A.V. Public  School, Chennai on 21^st June, 2019. More than 1200  students  participated  in  the  Special  Celebration  that  thrust  on  the   Theme  of the Year - 'Climate Action'.

The  Programme commenced with the lighting of the lamp by the Founder Principal, Mrs. Minoo Aggarwal along with chanting  of slokas on Yoga.

A Sneak-peak into the history  of Yoga was given by Raghav Suresh of  Std.VIII. He delved into the 'Science of Yoga' and added that this fitness regimen enjoys Universal acclaim.

Several Asanas were performed by the students of Std. VI - X in a medley of formations that added charm to the fitness. The young yogis  made Human Formation of Sun, Tree and Smiley, to highlight the theme of the year.

Chandranamaskar was demonstrated by the Yoga Guru, Mr. Srinivasan. M and was followed by Suryanamaskar and Rhythmic Yoga. The Yoga Protocol reiterated the innumerable benefits of Yogasana when performed everyday. It was followed by mass participation in Pranayama.

The  Oath 'Sankalpa' was administered by the D.A.V. family members in unison and gave assurance to themselves 'to practice Yoga and lead a healthy and happy life'.

The Principal also performed Bhadrasana, Vakrasana and other  asanas which highly motivated the students. In her address to the students, she emphasised that regular practice of yoga and devoting at least 10 minutes a day helps to improve flexibility, concentration and bring about a  positive difference in the person who practises regularly.

M. Sanjith of Std. VIII deeply inspired by 'The International Yoga Logo'  replicated it through his artistic skills. 

                   DEMONSTRATION OF BHUJANGASANA                                       STUDENTS IN NATRAJASANA, USTRASANA, SUPTHA VAJRASANA &

                                                                                                                                                                     PURNA SHALABHASANA         

        STUDENTS IN PADMASANA, GARBHASANA & CHAKRASANA                 THE PRINCIPAL MRS. MINOO AGGARWAL AND THE  STUDENTS

                                                                                                                                                                       IN BHADRASANA

STUDENTS IN BHADRASANA, THIRUVIKRAMASANA, SUPTA VAJRASANA,         ART INTEGRATED IN YOGA  BY SANJITH. M OF STD. VIII

                  URDHUA  MUKHA PASCHIMOTTAN ASANA