About Us | IUYF | International Yoga Federation

Who We Are

The International Union Yoga Federation (IUYF) is a global governing body dedicated to promoting, preserving, and spreading the traditional and scientific values of Yoga across the world. IUYF brings together yoga practitioners, teachers, researchers, schools, institutions, and national yoga bodies under one unified international platform. We work to ensure that Yoga remains a global movement for health, harmony, culture, and peace, while creating opportunities for education, competitions, tourism, and professional growth.

Our Vision

To build a globally recognized yoga ecosystem that unites all yoga traditions and empowers individuals through holistic health, wellness, culture, and international cooperation.

Our Mission

To promote authentic yoga practices worldwide.
To conduct world-class yoga championships, festivals, and conferences.
To provide structured yoga education, certification, and teacher training.
To develop global yoga tourism and cultural exchange programs.
To collaborate with international organizations, governments, and institutions.
To create research-based yoga therapy and health programs
To encourage youth participation in global yoga sports

IUYF

What We Do

International Yoga Championships

IUYF organizes the IUYF World Yoga Championship, continental championships, and national-level sports events promoting yoga as a competitive global sport while maintaining its traditional roots.

Yoga Education & Certification

Yoga Teacher Training (YTT), Diploma & certificate programs,Workshops and seminars in yoga therapy, anatomy, philosophy, and naturopathy.

Yoga Tourism

The IUYF Yoga Tourism Initiative connects yoga with travel, culture, meditation retreats, heritage centers, and global wellness destinations.

Yoga Therapy Programs

Lifestyle diseases, Stress management, Rehabilitation, and Corporate wellness.

Global Membership Network

Membership options for yoga schools, federations, instructors, students, and wellness organizations provide international recognition and growth opportunities.