Overview
Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana, commonly known as S-VYASA, is a deemed-to-be university based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. The institution specialises in higher education and research relating to yoga, with academic programmes that combine traditional yogic studies with modern scientific inquiry, including applications in health, management, and the humanities.
Key facts
| Name | Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana (S-VYASA) |
|---|---|
| Type | Deemed-to-be university |
| Field | Yoga education and research |
| Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Country | India |
| Language of instruction | English |
Background
S-VYASA was established with the objective of integrating the ancient discipline of yoga, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, with empirical scientific research. The institution emphasises the application of yoga to health, well-being, and the management of lifestyle disorders, and has positioned itself as a centre for both academic study and clinical research in the field.
Academics and research
The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in yoga and allied disciplines. Curricula typically combine textual and philosophical studies of yoga with training in research methodology, anatomy, physiology, psychology, and naturopathy. Research at S-VYASA has explored the effects of yoga-based interventions on conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, respiratory disorders, mental health, and stress, contributing to the growing body of scientific literature on yoga therapy.
Campus and facilities
The institution operates a campus in the outskirts of Bengaluru known as Prashanti Kutiram, which serves as its principal academic and residential centre. The campus also houses facilities for yoga therapy, integrated health programmes, and residential courses for students and visitors.
Significance
S-VYASA is regarded as one of the prominent Indian institutions dedicated exclusively to the academic and scientific study of yoga. Through its degree programmes, training courses, and research output, it has played a role in the institutionalisation of yoga as a recognised field of higher education in India and in shaping yoga therapy as an applied discipline.
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References
- Wikidata entry: Q19898544