World Yogasana Championship – Mumbai, India A Complete Introduction for Athletes, Coaches, and Beginners The World Yogasana Championship is an international sports competition where athletes from different countries compete by performing Yogasana (yogic postures) under defined rules, time limits, and scoring criteria, similar to other global sports championships. What Is Yogasana as a Sport? Yogasana as a sport is not free yoga practice or meditation. It is a competitive discipline where athletes demonstrate: Correct posture and alignment Strength, flexibility, balance, and stability Control, accuracy, and body awareness Smooth transitions and presentation Each asana is performed for a fixed holding time, and athletes are judged on technical correctness and execution, not on improvisation. What Happens at the World Yogasana Championship? At the World Yogasana Championship in Mumbai: Athletes from over 50 countries participate Competitions are held in different age groups and categories Athletes perform pre-defined sequences of asanas Performances are evaluated by trained international judges Scores are awarded strictly as per the World Yogasana Code of Points (COP) The athlete with the highest total score in their category is declared the winner. How Is Judging Done? Judging is objective and rule-based, not subjective. Points are awarded for: Entry into the asana Stability and correct holding Alignment and body symmetry Controlled exit from the posture Deductions are made for: Loss of balance Incorrect alignment Incomplete holding time Technical errors All judging follows the World Yogasana Code of Points (COP), ensuring fairness and uniform standards for all countries. Who Can Participate? Athletes selected by their national Yogasana federations Coaches and technical officials accredited by World Yogasana Beginners typically qualify through district, state, and national championships before reaching the world level This championship represents the highest level of competition in Yogasana sports. Why Is This Championship Important? The World Yogasana Championship: Provides a global platform for Yogasana athletes Establishes Yogasana as a serious, regulated sport Creates international opportunities for athletes and coaches Promotes discipline, health, focus, and sportsmanship