Dr Hansaji Jayadeva Yogendra

Dr. Hansaji J. Yogendra, a charismatic personality, is the director of The Yoga Institute, the world’s oldest organized yoga centre. Being at the forefront of the yoga fraternity for over five decades, her significant contributions in areas like yoga education, research, experiential learning, standardization of yoga practices, upliftment of society, communication via television/digital medium as well as numerous books authored by her have been widely recognized. She serves as a yoga expert to many prestigious organizations and government committees and has bagged numerous awards and accolades. Born in 1947, Smt Hansaji was a frequent visitor to The Yoga Institute even while she was studying for B.Sc. and later, for a degree in Law. When she married Dr. Jayadeva Yogendra, it was a turning point in Hansaji’s life. With her innate charm and capacity, she brought about dramatic changes in the Institute. The ladies’ wing was expanded and she enthused a dynamism and radiance to all the activities. She took over as the Director at The Yoga Institute in the year 1997. She brings a special energy wherever she goes and is a popular orator throughout the country. She has authored several Yoga books in English and Gujarati. The television serial, ‘Yoga for Better Living’ has been aired three times on the National network and is very well appreciated. She, together with her illustrious husband has travelled widely and shares her knowledge with all selflessly and with grace. At present, she is the President of International Board of Yoga.