Yoga for
Mind, Body & Soul
"YOGA has a complete message for humanity. It has a message for the human Body. It has a message for the human Mind. And it has also a message for the human Soul.
"Swami Kuvalayananda" (ASANAS, Page 32)
Teaching, Research & Classical Practice Since 1972
THE FOUNDER
Meet Dr. Vijayendra Pratap
Dr. Vijayendra Pratap, a student of Swami Kuvalayanandaji, is the Founder and Director of SKY Foundation, President of the Yoga Research Society, and former Director of the Yoga Program at the Jefferson-Myrna Brind Center of Integrative Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University.
Over the decades, he has presented lectures, workshops, and research papers at leading yoga, psychology, and integrative medicine conferences and institutions across the United States, India, Japan, Brazil, Italy, and Israel.
50+
Years of Teaching
Classical Yoga Tradition
Scientific Yoga Research
Choose Your Yoga Journey
Virtual Yoga Classes
Join Dr. Pratap’s ongoing online yoga classes for dedicated students seeking regular practice and deeper study. Ideal for those who have attended previous programs, workshops, or classes and wish to continue their yoga journey.
- Attend from Anywhere
- Live Questions & Answers
- Practical & Theory Classes
- For Sincere & Committed Students
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In-Person Yoga Classes
Experience authentic yoga instruction in a supportive learning environment. Practice traditional techniques, ask questions directly, and deepen your understanding through expert guidance and regular practice.
- Weekly In-Person Classes
- Traditional Yoga Teachings
- Direct Guidance from Dr. Pratap
- Supportive Learning Community
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FEATURED BOOK
JOY: Journey of Yoga
Ideal for readers who appreciate authentic yoga traditions, spiritual history, and the deeper philosophy behind yogic practice.
Discover the timeless wisdom of yoga through JOY: Journey of Yoga by Dr. Vijayendra Pratap — a reflective blend of traditional yogic teachings, personal experiences, and spiritual learning.
Drawing from notes taken during classes conducted by Swami Kuvalayananda at the renowned Kaivalyadhama Institute in Lonavala between 1959–1960, the book offers a rare glimpse into the authentic spirit of yoga before its modern commercialization.
Centered around classical Hatha Yoga, breath awareness, discipline, and the sacred teacher-student tradition, the book beautifully bridges traditional yogic understanding with a research-oriented and experiential approach.
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"My child, I would never leave you. During your time of trial, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you."
What Our Students Say
Through these teachings, I began to understand yoga as a way of living — not simply a physical practice. The guidance, patience, and depth of learning have brought greater balance, awareness, and calm into my daily life.
The emphasis on breath, meditation, and self-awareness helped me experience a deeper sense of inner clarity and steadiness. Each session feels grounded in authentic tradition while remaining meaningful for modern life.
This community creates a welcoming space for sincere learning and personal growth. The teachings encourage mindfulness, compassion, and inner peace in a way that continues beyond the classroom.
