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Honouring Visionaries who Shaped Our Path

Discover the lineage that pioneered yoga as a way of life. We honour the masters who simplified ancient yogic wisdom into daily routines for the modern householder.

You have selected Smt. Sitadevi Yogendra, and their remarkable achievements are highlighted below — a legacy that transformed modern yoga.

Founder

Smt. Sitadevi Yogendra

Co-Founder

1900s

Smt. Sitadevi Yogendra

Smt. Sitadevi Yogendra

Co-Founder

1900s

Smt. Sitadevi Yogendra, lovingly revered as “Mother,” was a pioneering spiritual force who redefined the role of women in Yoga and helped shape The Yoga Institute into a global movement. Joining Shri Yogendraji in 1927, she fearlessly broke social barriers by bringing Yoga to women and children at a time when it was confined largely to men.

A visionary reformer, educator, and one of the first women to author a yogic text for women, Yoga for Physical Education of Women, she transformed Yoga into a path of dignity, strength, and holistic well-being for countless families. Through her research, writings, and compassionate guidance, Mother empowered generations of women to embrace physical, mental, and emotional wellness. Honoured by Google India for her extraordinary contribution to women empowerment, her timeless legacy continues to inspire seekers across the world.

A visionary reformer, educator, and one of the first women to author a yogic text for women, Yoga for Physical Education of Women, she transformed Yoga into a path of dignity, strength, and holistic well-being for countless families. Through her research, writings, and compassionate guidance, Mother empowered generations of women to embrace physical, mental, and emotional wellness. Honoured by Google India for her extraordinary contribution to women empowerment, her timeless legacy continues to inspire seekers across the world.