Yoga Guru Dr. Hansaji Jayadeva Yogendra –Director, The Yoga Institute.
ABOUT:
1. Hansaji Jayadeva Yogendra, the Director of The Yoga Institute is a life coach. She is a motivating teacher, an unpretentious consultant, a compassionate counsellor and an inspiration for thousands of people. She is able to guide people to overcome the overwhelming problems of life, giving practical Yogic counsels. Her words have helped many to mould lives in a meaningful way. Hansaji’s whole life is epitome of Yoga.
2. Born on 8th October, 1947 to Yogic Jain parents Shri Jitendra Phulchand Patni and Shrimati Tara Patni of Indore.
3. After her marriage to the President of The Yoga Institute - Dr. Jayadeva Yogendra, she has been instrumental in making constructive changes in the mammoth work done by The Yoga Institute. Her emphasis on spreading Yoga education to impact the lives of women led to the expansion of the Ladies Wing, more special classes for women, Pregnancy, Ante-natal and Post-natal camps, and the Menopause Women’s Camp.
4 . She is a brilliant speaker, well known among international Yoga Fraternity. Her capacity to engage the audience draws people to The Yoga Institute just to listen to her talks. She uses very simple language with real life examples to convey Yoga Philosophy. She gives her talks in English, Hindi, Marathi and Gujarati.
5. Smt. Hansaji J Yogendra was the country’s first and only lady Yoga Guru to be invited by the Government of India, Ministry of AYUSH to grace the colossal event at Rajpath, New Delhi on 21st June 2015 – the first International Day of Yoga. She was also among the only four Yoga Gurus conferred with the privilege of sharing the dais with Honourable Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi.
EDUCATION:
1. BSc. in Chemistry and Zoology from Mithibai College, Mumbai.
2. LLB (G) from the Government Law College, Mumbai.
3. Teachers’ Training Course, The Yoga Institute Santacruz (E), Mumbai.
4. Nanavati Girls High School (Secondary education).
5. St. Xavier’s High School (Primary section).
RESEARCH:
1. Involved in the massive project of ‘Caring Heart’ where patients underwent intensive Yoga Lifestyle Training for a year and evaluation was done to see regression of coronary artery disorder. Many success stories have been published in JAPI (Journal of Association of Physicians of India) in April 2004, and in the book How to Reverse Heart Disorder – The Yogic Way.
2. Hansaji has also conducted research on the therapeutic elements of Asthma, Diabetes, and Orthopaedic Disorders. The results of these researches, as well as the learning, have been published in the books published by The Yoga Institute. At present, Hansaji is involved with ‘Stress Management though Yoga for Mothers of Children Appearing for Competitive Exams’.
CONTRIBUTION:
1. Known throughout the nation as the Yoga expert in the popular television series 'Yoga for Better Living’ on Doordarshan. First televised in 1980, it was judged the best program of the time. This program was also named by IIT Professors as the most Scientific and Logical TV Series.
2. She was also a consultant for the ‘Yoga Sutra’ section on ZEE TV. The show is being aired in 162 countries.
3. Hansaji’s articles on Yoga appear on a regular basis in various newspapers, journals and magazines.
4. Involved with the National Council for Education Research and Training together with Dr. Jayadeva to advice on formulating a Yoga education syllabus for schools nationwide.
5. Hansaji has conducted several seminars and lecture tours in India, Europe, Australia, Singapore, Germany, Spain, Canada, Pakistan, Hong Kong, Malaysia and the United States of America. She has also given lectures on Yoga at the BARC, IIT and at many Rotary Clubs and Lions Clubs.
6. She inaugurated Yoga Centres in Malaysia, HongKong and Kunchmal, Rajasthan which are run by teachers trained at The Yoga Institute.
7. Her various audio cassettes and VCD’s on different aspects of Yoga have been released.
BOOKS AUTHORED:
8. Yoga Daily Planner - Heart Care (In English and Gujarati)
9. Dincharya (Gujarati)
10. Yogic Life-Holistic healing of Asthma and Bronchitis
11. Pregnancy, Parenthood and Yoga
12. Yoga for Back and Joint disorders (English, Hindi and Gujarati)
13. Values of Life
14. Recipes for Happiness
15. Yogic Life-Control of Diabetes
16. Yoga of Caring
17. Thoughts on the Gita
18. Insights through Yoga
19. Swadhaya Practical Tips—For self-development
20. Yoga for the Police in Marathi
21. Hansaji has a regular feature on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra and The Bhagvada Gita in the Journal of The Yoga Institute - Yoga and Total Health.
22. Editor of Chief Yoga Teacher’s Manual for School Teachers. Published by Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga.
Books Co-authored with Dr. Jayadeva Yogendra
1. Yoga of Caring
2. Inspiration
3. Yoga Sutra of Patanjali
Book edited by Hansaji
1. How to Reverse Heart disorder the Yogic Way-Research, Facts and Program
RECOGNITION:
2. Awarded by ‘Rotary Club of Bombay’ with a ‘Vocational Excellence Award’ in 1994
3. Selected as "Woman of the Year” in year 2000 by the ‘American Biographical Institute, USA’ for her outstanding accomplishment and the noble example she has set for all women and the entire country.
4. Recognized for her contribution to Women's Health through the award presented by ‘Society for the Promotion of Area Resource Centres – SPARC’.
5. Felicitated by ‘The Commissioner of Mumbai Police’, for her Guidance and Training of the Police Force in 2009.
6. Much sought after National and International speaker.
7. Non-official member of the Governing Body and the General Body of ‘Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, New Delhi’ (MDNIY).
8. Awarded by ‘The International Association’ with a special award in recognition for pioneering work in Therapeutic benefits of Yoga, Yoga Education and Research in 2011.
9. Appointed as ‘Special Executive Officer’ by the ‘Government of Maharashtra’, on 20th June 2011.
10. ‘HDFC Ltd.’ conveyed their felicitation with a special award on the occasion of Teachers day in 2012.
11. She is elected as ‘Vice President’ of ‘The Indian Yoga Association’, on 30th October 2014 and is also in charge of its Accreditation Committee.
12. She was invited as the Guest of Honour together with Sri Sri Ravishankar at the inaugural function of the ‘National Yoga’ Week on 12th Feb 2015 at ‘Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, New Delhi’ (MDNIY).
13. She was awarded the prestigious ‘Yoga Tapaswini’ title at ‘Pune international Yoga Week’ on
14. The ‘Rotary Club of Bombay’ recognized Smt. Hansaji’s contribution in the educational therapeutic essentials and research fields of yoga by conferring a Citation and Appreciation Award on 17th June 2015.
15. ‘Poddar International School’ awarded Smt. Hansaji an appreciation Award of Excellence for her dedicated service in the field of Yoga Education.
16. ‘Lions International Club’ recognized Smt. Hansaji’s notable contribution in the field of yoga and service to all strata of society by conferring Special Award on 21st June 2015.
17. Smt. Hansaji was invited as the keynote speaker at ‘International Conference on Yoga’ for Holistic Health at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi on the topic of Contribution of Yoga for World Peace on 22nd June 2015.
18. Smt. Hansaji was elected on Yoga Steering Committee of ‘Quality Control of India, Government of India’.
19. Smt. Hansaji was Co-chairperson of the 3 Technical Sessions during the International conference on ‘Yoga for Body and Beyond’ at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi on 22nd and 23rd June, 2016 to celebrate the International Day of Yoga by the ministry of AYUSH.
20. Smt. Sumitra Mahajan Hon. Speaker of Lok Sabha presented the prestigious award to Smt. Hansaji Jayadeva Yogendra for being the First Yoga School to be certified by Quality Council of India on 23rd June, 2016 under The Yoga School’s Certification Scheme launched by Minsitry of AYUSH, Government of India.
21. Rotary International Award 2017-Smt. Hansaji J Yogendra was felicitated by the Rotary International for her invaluable contribution to spread the awareness of Yoga. She was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2017 for being an ambassador of yoga for peace and harmony, at the prestigious Annual Rotary International District conference; at Sahara Star Hotel, Mumbai.
22. Urja World Festival 2017-Urja World Foundation felicitates Smt. Hansaji J Yogendra for her exemplary efforts and remarkable contribution to the field of Yoga and betterment of lives of the millions across the globe.
23. Smt. Hansaji was the chief guest who spoke on the "qualities of yoga teacher" at Pune International Yoga Festival on 6th Jan 2018. Festival was at Chinmaya Vibhooti Ashram (Pune)
24. Rotary Discon Utsav Award 2018-Smt. Hansaji J Yogendra was felicitated with a Vocational Excellence Award for her amazing contribution in popularizing Yoga as a way of life at ‘Rotary Utsav 2018’ –Rotary International District 3141’s Annual District Conference (DISCON) on 4th February 2018, Sahara Star Hotel, Mumbai
25. The Open International University in association with The Zoroastrian College conducted under the auspices of the ALL INDIA SHAH BEHRAM BAUG SOCIETY (for Scientific & Educational Research) An NGO in Special Consultative Status with the UNITED NATIONS Economic & Social Council conferred Smt. Hansaji Jayadeva Yogendra with Doctorate of Philosophy (Phd) given at Colombo on 3rd Feb 2018
26. Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji conferred the Divine Shakti Leadership Award to Dr. Hansaji Yogendra on International Women's Day 2018 at Parmarth Niketan, International Yoga Festival.
27. June 2018 recognising and honouring the philanthropic work done under Dr. Hansaji Yogendra’s guidance, The Yoga Institute won the prestigious PM’s Award for spreading the yoga goodness to all since 1918.
MEDIA RECOGNITION:
1. Doordarshan, Television series - 1980,
2. Gujarat Times, 4th Jan 1988
3. Sunday, March 1989
4. Times of India, 1989
5. Freepress, 1st Nov. 1992
6. Times of India, 26th July 2011
7. Dabang Duniya, May 2014
8. Afternoon, Feb-Dec 2014
9. Prahaar, 2014
10. Times of India, 21st June 2014
11. DNA, 2015
12. Hindustan Times, 2015
13. News 24, 2015
14. ABP News, 2015
15. Zee News, 2015
16. India Today, 2015
17. Many more.