Celebrate Authentic Yoga This International Yoga Day! Submit your video performance and showcase your dedication to the Original Yoga revived by THE SPH Bhagavan Sri Nithyananda Paramashivam.
Submissions are now closed. Results will be announced on 21 June 2026.
A first-of-its-kind opportunity for participants worldwide to perform and participate in traditional, Authentic Yoga as per the ancient enlightened Vedic and Hindu civilizations' scriptures.
Showcase your skill, knowledge, and dedication to the science of Yoga. Top 3 winners in each category receive award certificates, and all participants receive the Living Enlightenment e-book and Nithyananda Yoga e-book.
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Each category has 5 designated asanas. Choose any 3 of 5, holding each for a minimum of 15 seconds in the specified sequence order.
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Select any 3 asanas from the 5 listed for your category.
Each chosen asana must be held for a minimum of 15 seconds.
Perform the asanas in the specified sequence order.
Watch the official asana demonstration guide before recording your submission. Each video shows correct form, alignment, and the 15-second hold for every asana in the competition categories.
Documentary on Nithyananda Yoga Paddhathi
An in-depth documentary on the Nithyananda Yoga tradition: its scriptural roots, its revival by THE SPH Bhagavan Sri Nithyananda Paramashivam, and its place in the living lineage from Adi Guru Sada Shiva.
Yoga is from Paramashiva, intended to prime the body for Enlightenment. As such, Yoga should be practiced in an authentic manner, in order to receive its many benefits. The following resources provide participants and viewers context on Authentic, Nithyananda Yoga.
A foundational overview of authentic, source-direct Yoga as revealed by THE SPH.
Meet THE SPH Bhagavan Sri Nithyananda Paramashivam, the source of the revived Yoga lineage.
Required for competition submissions — learn how to dress correctly per the Vedic tradition.
Use an HD camera (webcam or smartphone). Blurry videos will not be accepted.
Position the camera directly in front of you. Your full body and face must be clearly visible throughout.
Ensure your room is well-lit. Poor visibility will not be accepted.
Wear traditional yoga attire. Yoga mat is permitted; no other equipment or assistive devices allowed.
Accuracy and form in performing each asana.
Steadiness and muscular control through each hold.
Fluidity, poise, and gracefulness in transitions and posture.
Range of motion and flexibility expressed in the asana.
Complexity and refinement of the asana attempted.
Top 3 per category receive certificates. All participants get e-books.
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Submit your video by 19 June 2026 and be part of the global celebration of Authentic Yoga on International Yoga Day.
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