The historic city of The Hague witnessed a remarkable celebration of fitness and culture as the first-ever Netherlands Yogasana Sports Competition concluded with great success at Shri Vishnu School on March 23, 2025. Organized by the Netherlands Yogasana Sports Association, this inaugural event showcased the extraordinary talent and dedication of young yogasana enthusiasts from four prominent schools: Shri Vishnu School, Shri Ganesha School, PRINSEHAGHE BASIS SCHOOL, and HSV International School.
Over 50 students from various age groups participated in the event, demonstrating exceptional flexibility, balance, and strength. The competition aimed not only to promote yogasana as a competitive sport but also to instill a spirit of healthy competition and well-being among the youth.
Medal Winners
Under 10 Years:
- 🟨 Gold: Vedatman (HSV International School) and Nanda (HSV International School)
10-14 Years:
- 🟨 Gold: Ansh (PRINSEHAGHE BASIS SCHOOL)
14-18 Years:
- 🟨 Gold: Adwait
18-35 Years:
- 🟨 Gold: Subodh
- 🟨 Gold: Felicia
35-45 Years:
- 🟨 Gold: Laura
55+ Years:
- 🟨 Gold (Male): Vijay ji (Vishnu School)
- 🟨 Gold (Female): Radha ji
Silver Medalists:
- Kristi, Vedika, Priyanka, Ambika, Tara (Various Age Groups)
Bronze Medalists:
- Diya, Vedanshi, Niharika, Sara
Dignitaries and Judges
The event was graced by several esteemed guests, including Mr. Rajesh Kumar Sinha from the Embassy of India, Chief Guest Adv. Jasbir Singh (Lawyer), and entrepreneur Vishwanath N.G. Their presence added to the prestige of the occasion, encouraging young athletes to continue excelling in the art of yogasana.
The judging panel comprised highly experienced coaches from World Yogasana, including Mr. Yudhweer Rewari, Ms. Vandana Deora, Ms. Indu Maturiya, and Mr. Vishnu Chakravarthy Mariappan. Their expertise ensured that the competition maintained high standards, providing valuable feedback to the participants.
A Landmark Event for Yogasana in the Netherlands
The Netherlands Yogasana Sports Association expressed its heartfelt gratitude to Shri Vishnu School for hosting the event and to all participating schools, students, coaches, and dignitaries for making the competition a memorable success. The event not only highlighted the growing popularity of yogasana as a sport but also reinforced the importance of physical and mental well-being.
Upcoming Yogasana Sessions
The World Yogasana coaches will continue their mission to promote yogasana in the Netherlands by conducting sessions at the following locations:
- Vishnu Schools, Den Haag
- De Stichting Hindoe Onderwijs, Den Haag
- Shri Krishna School, De Meern
- Shri Saraswatieschool, Rotterdam
- Shri Shiva Temple, Amsterdam
As the curtains fall on this landmark event, it is evident that the spirit of yogasana is thriving in the Netherlands, bringing together communities through the shared pursuit of health, discipline, and cultural pride.