INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY 2025
Event Start Date : 21/06/2025 Event End Date 20/06/2026
INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY 2025 AT SCHOOL PREMISES
THEME: ONE EARTH ONE HEALTH
The 11th International Day of Yoga was commemorated on 21st June 2025 at D.A.V. Public School, Chennai with great fanfare.
The Ancient Practice of Yoga has gained Global acclaim over the last decade owing to the dedicated efforts of all the citizens of our country. Our School has also taken up the onus of dedicating a day for Yoga, mental well being and spreading awareness among the community.
The Chief Guest, Yogashiromani Vinod Kumar, International Experiential Trainer and Yoga Trainer graced the Yoga Day Celebration. In his address, he motivated the Students and taught them ‘Love and Laugh’ Therapy. He was also accompanied by his mother, Smt. Sharadha Nair, a Yoga Practitioner.
Under the mentorship of our School’s Yoga trainer, Mr. Srinivasan M, 38 students performed Yogasanas and demonstrated the five landforms as per Tamil literature - Purananurur – “Kurnji, Mullai, Marudham, Neidhal and Palai” through various Asanas and portrayed the significance of the concept of ‘One Earth’. The yogic warriors sampled all the asanas and showcased their benefits to the audience.
The Surya Namaskar and Chandra Namaskar was followed by ‘Mass Yoga Protocol’. The call for Yoga and the melodious music united all the ‘Yogis’ of Std. IX. The Sankalpa was made as a vow for promotion of Peace, Health and Harmony.
The Principal, Mrs. Sujatha M said that Yoga provides retreat from the chaotic lives and helps every individual to strengthen their body and mind. She stressed upon ‘affirmations’ which are key to harnessing the power of breath. She also emphasised that Yoga should be practised as a daily routine for overall well being.
As a part of the Yoga Day Celebration, the following Community Outreach Programmes were conducted:
Day 1: 18.06.2025 (Wednesday)
Pranayama Workshop was conducted for all teachers in the A.V. Room.
Day 2: 19.06.2025 (Thursday)
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Students of Std. VII to XII visited Peace Home for Senior Citizens, Taramani, Velachery. 20 inmates were engaged in Clap Therapy to activate the organs and Vayu Mudra for a healthy Digestive system.
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The Staff visited Sarada Sakthi Peedam, Perungalathur - Home for Orphans. 150 Children benefited from a half an hour rigorous session on Physical fitness through the Yoga Protocol Asanas.
Day 3: 20.06.2025 (Friday)
Yoga Workshop for Students of Std. VI was conducted by Mrs. C. Meenatchi, Yoga Therapist and Founder of Hope Yoga Academy, Mr. Srinivasan M and Mr. Thiruvenkadam K. Yoga formations were done by the Students to commemorate 11th International Day of Yoga.
Day 4: 21.06.2025 (Saturday)
The Sahaja Yoga Team comprising of 6 members demonstrated Mindfulness and awakening the ‘Chakras’ through a unique method of meditation. More than 700 students of Std. X, XI and XII practised this unique meditation to improve concentration, self confidence, and reduced stress and improve overall health.
The commemoration of International Yoga Day marked Unity and Harmony, Cultural Exchange and Collaborative learning.
