International Day of Yoga
THE 12TH INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA
Under the auspices of the High Commission of India in Nicosia
In collaboration with Lea Wellness Center
21 June 2026
3:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Step into the radiant energy of the Summer Solstice and join a global celebration honoring the ancient wisdom of yoga and its birthplace, India.
This immersive gathering invites the community to come together for an afternoon and evening of yoga practice, philosophy, cultural exchange, and conscious connection. The Summer Solstice—the longest and most vibrant day of the year—symbolizes expansion, vitality, and the fullness of light, offering a powerful opportunity to deepen our connection with ourselves, one another, and the living tradition of yoga.
We are honored to welcome the High Commission of India as part of this meaningful celebration.
Participants are invited to explore a diverse range of yoga styles led by experienced guest teachers, creating an inclusive space for all levels.
The programme begins with two rounds of simultaneous yoga sessions, allowing you to choose your preferred experience.
Between sessions, guests are encouraged to rest, connect, and enjoy a warm, welcoming community atmosphere.
Open Yoga Programme: Donation-based (3:30 PM – 6:30 PM)
A handful of yoga sessions offered by a variety of prominent teachers in the Pafos area.
Welcoming into space 3:30-4:00 PM
1st slot: 4:00-5:00 PM
Iyengar with Tylene (Air studio)
Vinyasa with Louise (Deck)
2nd slot: 5:30-6:30 PM
Yin with Mel Sofer (Air studio)
Vinyasa with Olga
EVENING PROGRAMME (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
ANCIENT INDIAN SOUND THERAPY – RAGA CHIKITSA
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Hosted by Indian Classical Music & Arts Cyprus (ICMACY)
Featuring:
Sitar – Kyprianos Paraskeva
Handpan – Dora Yoga Art
Sound Bath / Persian Daf – Alexander Katerinko
Tanpura – Zoe Paraskeva
Manjeera – T.B.A
Raga Chikitsa is an ancient Indian healing modality using specific melodic structures (ragas) to influence emotional states, balance the nervous system, and restore inner harmony.
Featured Raga: Megh Malhar
Associated with serenity, devotion, and renewal, Megh Malhar aligns with the Vishuddha (throat) chakra—the center of communication and truth. Like cleansing rain, it is believed to dissolve emotional blockages, calm the mind, and support clarity, creativity, and authentic expression.
SUMMER SOLSTICE ECSTATIC DANCE
🕗 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
A free-form movement journey celebrating vitality, expression, and life at its fullest. This closing experience invites you to move intuitively, release, and celebrate—honoring the transition from peak light into the softer rhythm of evening.
PURPOSE & CONTRIBUTION
This gathering is an invitation to:
Celebrate the spirit of International Yoga Day
Experience diverse yoga practices
Explore yogic wisdom through philosophy and sound
Connect through community and shared presence
Express through movement and dance
Support meaningful initiatives in India
In the spirit of giving, contributions support Yoga Gives Back, empowering women and children in India through education, micro-loans, and sustainable programs.
COMMUNITY IMPACT
This event is more than a celebration—it is a collective act of service. By bringing together teachers, practitioners, artists, and the wider community, we create a space of unity, awareness, and generosity while directly supporting underserved communities in India.
ACCESSIBILITY
No prior experience is needed. All are welcome—just bring curiosity, openness, and a willingness to engage.
CLOSING INVITATION
The International Yoga Day & Summer Solstice Celebration offers a unique opportunity to practice, connect, and give back. Blending yoga, music, movement, and cultural tradition, this event honors yoga as both a personal and collective journey.
Join us in celebrating the light of the solstice—honoring yoga’s roots while nurturing the global community it continues to inspire.
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ACROYOGA WORKSHOP – LEARN TO FLY
Strength • Stability • Confidence
✨ Partner Acro Yoga Intro Workshop ✨
📅 May 25th
⏰ 12:30 – 14:00
💰 €30 | Bring a partner: 2 for €50 (Please book single and bring €20 cash day of)
Curious about Acro Yoga? Come explore the playful fusion of yoga, acrobatics, and human connection in this energizing introductory workshop! 🤸♀️
Led by Esther Bachmann — former theatre dancer & choreographer, certified dance educator, movement therapist, business & health coach, and yoga teacher — this session offers a unique opportunity to connect body and mind while learning something new in a supportive, fun environment.
🌿 This workshop is open to everyone — no experience needed!
What you’ll gain:
• A deeper sense of connection & trust
• Confidence in your strength and abilities
• The foundations of safe Acro Yoga
• Practical exercises to continue at home
• A sense of achievement and uplifted energy
• The joy of learning to “fly” and the grounding power of being a base
Bring a friend or come solo and meet new people — either way, you’ll be supported every step of the way.
✨ Step out of your comfort zone, build trust, and discover what your body can do!
📩 Reserve your spot now — limited spaces available!
FACILITATOR: Dora Nemes
DATE: Monday June 8, 2026
HOURS: 12:30-2 PM
PRICE: 30 EUR
WORKSHOP: THE ART OF TRUE RELAXATION
Beyond Rest — Into Deep Yogic Ease
Join us for a gentle yet insightful workshop exploring true relaxation as a foundational yogic skill—not just lying down, but a conscious, transformative state that prepares the body, breath, and mind for deeper inner practice.
Together, we’ll create a calm and attentive space to unpack what relaxation really is, why it matters so profoundly in yoga, and how it bridges the outer practices of asana and pranayama with meditation and contemplation. Rooted in the Himalayan Yoga Tradition (Swami Rama lineage), this 1.5-hour session blends theory, lived experience, and practical guidance.
This workshop invites you to explore:
• What relaxation truly is—and how it differs from rest, meditation, and contemplation
• Why relaxation is the essential bridge between physical practices and inner awareness
• The five classical relaxation techniques of the Himalayan Yoga Tradition
• How relaxation supports effective stress management and nervous system regulation
• A clearer, more grounded understanding of Śavāsana and how to guide it skillfully
No previous experience is necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to slow down.
You’ll leave with greater clarity, embodied understanding, and the confidence to teach relaxation as a core yogic practice—supporting students on the path toward deeper practices such as Yoga Nidra.
INVERSION WORKSHOP – Turning Your World Upside Down
Monday, July 06, 12:30-2PM
Strength • Stability • Confidence
Join us for a Yoga Continuing Education inversion workshop designed to help you approach being upside down with clarity, safety, and confidence. Rooted in the Iyengar tradition, this empowering session offers a precise yet accessible approach to Hatha yoga, making inversions approachable for practitioners and teachers of all backgrounds.
Guided by Tylene Wood, seasoned yoga therapist with a lifelong background in dance and mindful movement, this workshop honours the therapeutic and healing potential of inversions when built on strong foundations, intelligent alignment, and self-trust.
Together, we will methodically prepare the body and mind, breaking down the essential actions, strength, and alignment required for core inversions. Through progressive exercises and skillful guidance, you’ll learn how to build stability and ease—transforming fear or hesitation into confidence and curiosity.
This workshop invites you to explore:
• The foundational principles behind safe and therapeutic inversions
• Key alignment actions for Headstand, Shoulderstand, Handstand, and Forearm Balance
• Strength-building and preparatory exercises to support inversion practice
• How to cultivate confidence, clarity, and body awareness while inverting
• Ways to gently overcome fear or resistance around being upside down
This is an introduction to building towards graceful, supported inversions—no intimidation, no pressure. The emphasis is on learning, exploration, and developing trust in your own abilities.
You’ll leave with:
• Practical exercises to continue your inversion practice at home
• A clearer understanding of foundational alignment and actions
• Increased confidence in approaching and holding inversions
• A more relaxed, empowered relationship with turning your world upside down
Open to yoga teachers and dedicated students alike, this workshop offers a supportive pathway into inversions—one thoughtful step at a time. 🙃
Ready to elevate your wellbeing?
Contact us today to design a program tailored to your unique needs.
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