Isha Foundation, established in 1992 by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, is a non-profit organization headquartered at the Isha Yoga Center near Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The foundation is dedicated to human empowerment and social revitalization through yoga, meditation, and various outreach initiatives.
🧘 Yoga & Meditation Programs
Isha Foundation offers a diverse range of yoga and meditation programs designed for personal growth and inner transformation:
Inner Engineering: A flagship program that integrates yoga and meditation practices for holistic well-being.
Hatha Yoga: Includes practices like Yogasanas, Surya Kriya, Bhuta Shuddhi, and Angamardana.
Advanced Programs: Such as Bhava Spandana, Shoonya Meditation, and Samyama, aimed at deeper spiritual experiences.
Specialized Offerings: Programs tailored for children, pregnant women, and corporate wellness.
🌿 Social & Environmental Initiatives
Isha Foundation is actively involved in various initiatives aimed at environmental conservation and rural development:
Project GreenHands: An afforestation initiative focused on increasing green cover in Tamil Nadu.
Action for Rural Rejuvenation: Provides healthcare and community support across thousands of villages.
Isha Vidhya: Operates schools to enhance education and literacy in rural areas.
Cauvery Calling: Aims to support farmers in planting trees to rejuvenate the Cauvery river basin.
🏥 Health & Wellness
At the Isha Yoga Center, the foundation offers health solutions that combine traditional Ayurvedic therapies with modern medical consultations, providing residential programs for holistic health.
🛍️ Isha Life
Isha Life offers a range of products inspired by yogic traditions, including health supplements, yoga gear, clothing, and home decor, aiming to bring yogic wisdom into daily life.
🙌 Volunteering & Events
The foundation is primarily volunteer-run, offering opportunities to participate in various activities and events, including annual festivals like Maha Shivaratri and spiritual pilgrimages such as the Kailash-Manasarovar yatra.
For more information on programs and initiatives, you can visit the official Isha Foundation website.