Surya Namaskar Yajna 2026

Join us for YOGA FOR HEALTH, HEALTH FOR HUMANITY from 14th January - 1st February 2026.

Join Daily Online Practice

Jan 15 – Feb 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM and 6:30 PM daily. We invite every member of the family to join our free online guided sessions to keep your practice consistent.

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What is Surya Namaskar?

Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) is a sequence of 10 powerful yoga poses performed in a smooth flow. It is a complete practice that combines physical exercise, breathing and mind. The Surya Namaskar Yajna (SNY) is a 16-day event dedicated to promoting this healthy lifestyle, fostering community and collective well-being.

Why Participate?

  • Introduce and practice Yoga in our daily lives.
  • Learn simple asanas for physical and intellectual development.
  • Lead a healthy lifestyle with peace, balance, and eternal bliss.
  • Practice Surya Namaskar at home and track the count.
  • Enter the daily count in the mobile app.

How to Participate

The SNY Mobile App is now LIVE! Please download it to track your progress and earn milestone badges (500, 1000, 2500, and 5000 SN)! Let’s get ready for the Jan 14th Kick-off!

Goals & Daily Routine

  • Individual Goal: Perform 1 Surya Namaskar set(13 SN is 1 set) and 5 Yogasanas daily.
  • Weekly Target: Aim for 100+ Surya Namaskars per week.
  • Operational Rhythm: Encouraging daily calls at the Shakha and Gat-Pat levels to maintain momentum.

2026 Surya Namaskar Event Schedule

Weekly In-person Shakhas

Nalanda Shakha

Fri, 7:00-8:30pm

McDonald, PA 15057

Raghuveer Shakha

Fri, 7:00-8:30pm

Wexford, PA 15090

Ayyappa Shakha

Fri, 7:00-8:30pm

Monroeville, PA 15146

Arjun Shakha

Fri, 7:00-8:30pm

Pittsburgh, PA 15243

Veera Hanuman Shakha

Fri, 7:00-8:30pm

Sewickley, PA 15143

Health for Humanity Yoga Events

Fri, Jan 23, 2026

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

McDonald, PA 15057

Fri, Jan 23, 2026

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Pittsburgh, PA 15243

Fri, Jan 23, 2026

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Sewickley, PA 15143

Fri, Jan 23, 2026

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Monroeville, PA 15146

Sun, Feb 8th, 2026

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Wexford, PA 15090

Surya Namaskar Marathon Dates

Sat, Jan 31, 2026

8am - 1pm

Upper st clair. PA

Sat, Jan 31, 2026

10am - 2pm

Mars, PA

Sat, Jan 31, 2026

8am - 1pm

Monroeville, PA 15146

Sun, Feb 1st, 2026

10am - 2pm

McDonald, PA 15057

Benefits & Practice Guidelines

Physical Benefits

  • Improves flexibility & muscle strength
  • Enhances posture and balance
  • Boosts digestion and metabolism
  • Strengthens the heart and lungs

Mental Benefits

  • Reduces stress and anxiety
  • Improves focus and concentration
  • Brings calmness and emotional balance

Overall Wellness

  • Energizes the body
  • Helps maintain healthy weight
  • Brings calmness and emotional balance

Best Time to Practice

  • Early morning
  • Empty stomach
  • In a clean airy place

Precautions

  • Practice slowly if you are a beginner
  • Avoid during fever or severe illness
  • Pregnant women should consult a doctor