8th Annual Mysore Yoga Conference
January 19 - 28, 2026 Mysore, India
An Immersive Experience at the Source of Ashtanga Yoga
Each year, the Mysore Yoga Conference offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with the living yoga tradition of Mysore—where daily practice, Sanskrit scholarship, and spiritual inquiry have been interwoven for generations.
Our 10-day gathering blends daily Mysore-style Ashtanga practice with Andrew Eppler and guest teachers, alongside in-depth workshops in vinyāsa technique, prāṇāyāma, mudrā, and mantra. The physical practice is complemented by intimate talks with elders and scholars from Mysore’s renowned Sanskrit community—individuals who have quietly preserved the philosophical and cultural roots of yoga for decades.
What sets this conference apart is its connection to Mysore’s deeper heritage. Long before Ashtanga became a global movement, this city was home to saints, scholars, and spiritual seekers whose contributions continue to shape the yoga world. This is your chance to sit with them, learn from them, and carry that wisdom into your own life and teaching.
We welcome sincere students of all levels. Whether you're just beginning your journey or deepening an established practice, you’ll be fully supported by an experienced team in both the physical and philosophical dimensions of yoga.
Come for the asana—leave with a richer understanding of yoga’s purpose, history, and power to transform.
This conference is a unique educational experience that touches the soul.
The 2016 documentary “Mysore Yoga Traditions” revealed a depth of yogic scholarship and spirituality in Mysore that most practitioners never encounter. Meeting the city’s Sanskrit community—students of Sri Krishnamacharya and custodians of a lineage more than a thousand years old—reshaped our own practice and perspective. We created the Mysore Yoga Conference so others could share that experience. Mysore offers far more than refined āsana technique; it holds many secrets. Mysore has been a centre for yogic studies for centuries and we believe we have only scratched the surface. Mysore Yoga Conference invites people from all around the world, regardless of their background in yoga, into this broader culture of intellectual brilliance and timeless yogic wisdom.
Take a journey into yoga while practicing traditional Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga, as well as Pranayama, Mudra, and Therapeutic Techniques with Andrew Eppler and friends each morning.
• Daily Mysore-style Ashtanga practice with Andrew Eppler and guest teachers
• Small-group discussions with the very scholars who shaped modern yoga philosophy
• Workshops in vinyāsa refinement, prāṇāyāma, mudrā, chanting, and therapeutic technique
• A curated lecture series featuring heads of spiritual lineages, college principals, and respected authors—past speakers have included the King of Mysore
• An atmosphere that welcomes beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, emphasising both disciplined practice and open dialogue
If you believe yoga has touched your life and want to know more about the roots of the practice you love, Mysore Yoga Conference will open your mind and heart!
DAILY SCHEDULE:
8am - 10:30am
Mysore Practice with Andrew Eppler and Friends
11am - 12pm Brunch
12:30pm to 2:30pm
Lectures with Mysore’s brilliant Sanskrit Scholars, outings and cultural experiences. Lectures usually last for 60-90 minutes. There will be time to ask questions and interact with the speaker. After the lecture and traditional closing ceremony we will digest the lecture together as a group in an international, multicultural discussion which everyone is welcome to participate in. Note- lectures can run over the scheduled time when there are questions and stimulating discussion.
4-6pm
Afternoon sessions include Mudra, Pranayama, Vinyasa Refinement, Mantra Chanting, Ayurveda and therapeutic techniques for overcoming injuries and ensuring a lifelong love of yoga.
7pm - 8pm Dinner
On the last day of the conference we will all take a road trip to the spectacularly beautiful and historical village of Melkote to receive a final lecture in the light of the full moon from Dr. M. A. Alwar who is an Acharya (spiritual leader) of the yoga tradition that Sri Krishnamacharya belonged to.
EACH YEAR WE CREATE A POWERFUL EXPERIENCE IN YOGA FOR OUR GUESTS. WITH THE HELP OF SRI ALWAR AND SAMSKRITI FOUNDATION, WE ARRANGE THE TOP SCHOLARS FROM MYSORE AND SURROUNDING AREAS TO DELIVER OUTSTANDING LECTURES ON YOGA. WE OFFER DEEP, THOUGHT PROVOKING EDUCATION OF THE MOST AUTHENTIC KIND.
Lecture schedule for 2026
1. Monday January 19 (starting 4pm)
Opening Ceremony with Vedic Ritual
Dr. M. A. Alwar Opening Address
Dr. H. V. Nagaraj Rao - Foundations of Indian Thought
2. Tuesday January 20
Sri M. G. Narasimha - History of Yoga in Mysore
3. Wednesday January 21
Sri Shubha - The Yoga of Sri Krishnamacharya
The daughter of Sri Krishnamacharya will teach about her spiritual background
and also share her favorite Asana and Pranayama practices with us
4. Thursday January 22
Tour of the Maharaja’s Sanskrit College
Lectures by the Principal of the Maharaja’s Sanskrit College, Dr. Satyanarayana
and the legendary Sri B. N. S. Iyengar
5. Friday January 23
Shelva Pille Iyengar - Ashtanga Yoga in the Pancharatra Agama
6. Saturday January 24
Dr. Darshan Shankar - Epistemology of Yoga
7. Sunday January 25
Dr. Mohan Ragavendra - The Teachings of Ranga Guru
8. Monday January 26
Dr. M. Jayaraman - Dlnacharya or Daily Routine
based of cross referencing Ayurveda, Hathayoga Pradipika
and Dharmashastra
9. Tuesday January 27
Sri Ranjini Kaushik- Mantra and it’s ancient ties with Yoga
10. Wednesday January 28
Trip to Melkote to witness the Ancient Roots of Mysore’s Yoga Tradition
Dr. M. A. Alwar - Yogic Ceremony in Melkote and Essence of Yoga
ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD
Mysore Yoga Conference will be held in Gokulam at the Sri Krishna Temple (6th Main Rd, Gokulam 3rd Stage, Gokulam, Mysuru, Karnataka 570002). This is a traditional and extremely beautiful temple that will provide a precious glimpse into the spiritual culture of India.
We have all inclusive packages available! These will include comfortable rooms in Gokulam that have kitchens, washing machines, wifi etc as well as two meals a day of delicious vegetarian food. We can accommodate vegan, gluten free and other special diets of we are notified in advance.
* There are shared room options available. Let us know in advance if you want a queen sized bed (for couples) or two separate beds. We do our best to match room mates in a way that lets everyone feel comfortable.
FOOD - Will be catered by Sahana Murthy of Mysore Rasayana Kitchen and Anokhi Gardens Restaurant. Each meal will be a carefully planned experience with great love and care put into it.
What is included in the the retreat?
10 days of immersive Yoga classes, including Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, and Philosophy with Andrew Eppler
10 days and nights of accommodation in Gokulam where it is easy to find westernized food, coffee etc.
2 full meals a day of delicious, vegan/vegetarian cuisine provided on site by Sahana Murthy (Rasayana Mysore Kitchen) and Anokhi Gardens Restaurant
Guided activities and cultural excursions in the city of Mysore including the Maharaja’s Sanskrit College and Jaganmohan Palace
A comprehensive education about the historical, sociological, & cultural background of Yoga
A day trip to Melkote, a temple village 1.5 hrs from Myosre, to see the roots of Sri Krishnamacharya’s lineage and Mysore Yoga Tradition
A certificate of completion recognized as continuing education with Yoga Alliance
A brand new group of yogi friends from all over the world
A deeper perspective on yoga and outstanding yoga education that will change your world view and be reflected upon for years to come
Practical Info.
*Check in starts at 12 noon on January 19th. The opening ceremony and first lectures begin at 4pm at the Sri Krishna Temple located at:
8JPH+HXR 6th Main Rd, Gokulam 3rd Stage, Gokulam, Mysuru, Karnataka 570002
*If you would like to book extra days of accommodation to rest from travel before the conference begins we can help. The sooner you let us know the greater the chance we can get you into a room where you will be able to stay for the entire conference.
*If you prefer to stay elsewhere while you rest and recover, we can give you some suggestions for affordable places to stay. Gokulam can get booked up but there are many options.
*Taxis from Bangalore airport can be arranged for 3500 RS (roughly $45) each way. For this to be arranged we will need your flight details, WhatsApp number and arrival time. Please send this info when you request a taxi. The driver will be waiting for you when you arrive, holding a paper with your name on it, and take you directly to wherever you choose to stay.
If it is your first time in India and you are arriving late at night we recommend this option.
We have something for everyone….
All inclusive options in Gokulam with comfortable rooms and excellent food
Conference only options for people who prefer to arrange their own accommodations (Gokulam has many possibilities)
Already in Mysore??? Drop in for a single class or lecture! We also have 3 and 5 class packages.
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