Yogasana as a Competitive Sport PDF

Yogasana as a Competitive Sport has recently gained formal recognition as a competitive sport in India, thanks to the commitment of the Ministry of AYUSH and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. This important announcement was made during a press conference in New Delhi today, where Union Minister of State (IC) for AYUSH, Shri Shripad Naik, and Union Minister of State (IC) for Youth Affairs & Sports, Shri Kiren Rijjju, spoke about the bright future ahead.

Significance of Yogasana Competitions

During this press conference, Shri Naik emphasized that the tradition of Yogasana competitions is deeply rooted in India’s rich Yoga history, with such events taking place for centuries. He recognized that while various competitions have continued, there has not been a strong framework to boost their visibility on a national level. After years of discussions with stakeholders in the Yoga sector, the government has made the decision to officially recognize Yogasana as a competitive sport. He stated that Yogasana is more than just a practice; it is a vital aspect of Yoga, known for its therapeutic benefits, promoting fitness and overall wellness.

Shri Naik also mentioned, “Yogasana becoming a sport will lead to the introduction of new technologies and strategies within the discipline, enabling our athletes and officials to build successful and fulfilling careers in this field.”

Future Plans for Yogasana as a Sport

In conjunction with these announcements, Shri Kiren Rijjju shared with the media that the new competitions resulting from this recognition are set to boost global interest in Yoga specifically. He elaborated on the collaborative efforts of both ministries aimed at promoting Yogasana as a competitive sport. Plans include integrating Yogasana as a sport in Khelo India and the University Games, with aspirations to feature it in the National Games and potentially the Olympics. Shri Rijjju conveyed his enthusiasm about Yogasana developing into a captivating and broadly accepted sport.

The Secretary of AYUSH also provided insights into the Yogasana sports discipline, which is expected to feature 51 medals across 4 events and 7 categories. The suggested events for both men and women include Traditional Yogasana, Artistic Yogasana (Single), Artistic Yogasana (Pair), Rhythmic Yogasana (Pair), Free Flow/Group Yogasana, Individual All-Round Championship, and Team Championship.

Additionally, the Secretary outlined crucial steps for advancing Yogasana as a sport:

1. A pilot Yogasana Competition titled “National Individual Yogasana Sports Championship (Virtual Mode)” will be conducted in early 2021.
2. An Annual Calendar of competitions, events, and programs related to Yogasana sport will be introduced.
3. An Automated Scoring System for the Yogasana Championship will be developed.
4. Training courses for Coaches, Referees, Judges, and Directors of competitions will be initiated.
5. Coaching camps for athletes will take place.
6. A Yogasana League will be formed to create opportunities and uplift the status of performers, experts, and practitioners, with a vision to develop Sports Stars among Yogasana athletes.
7. Yogasana will be included as a Sports discipline in the National Games, Khelo India, and other international sporting events.
8. Efforts will be made to generate job opportunities for Yogasana athletes.

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