About this Event
Heartfulness UK invites you to a special Curtain Raiser event for the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 – Curtain Raiser, an opportunity to be part of a powerful community experience centred on the theme, “Inner Harmony, Global Peace", which reflects the timeless relevance of yoga as a path to balance, health and inner calm. More than an individual practice, yoga is a universal tradition that inspires connection, compassion and peace in the world around us.
This special gathering at Church House in Westminster will bring together people from all walks of life to explore how Yoga and Meditation can enhance not only individual wellbeing, but also the collective spirit of our communities. This event is one of the UK’s largest International Day of Yoga event, welcoming over 500 participants. It promises to be a truly significant occasion—uniting friends from all communities, faiths, and backgrounds in a shared celebration of wellbeing, harmony and togetherness.
Led by Heartfulness UK, this event offers a unique blend of ancient wisdom and modern relevance—open to everyone, regardless of experience.
Please note that this will be a fully seated event. Attendees will enjoy a brief taster of Chair Yoga; no physical yoga participation or floor-based practice will be involved during the event. The experience has been designed to be accessible, inclusive and welcoming for everyone irrespective of experience.
🪷 What to Expect
This thoughtfully curated 120-minute programme will include:
- 🧘 A live yoga demonstration by expert instructors
- 🖼️ Immersive Yoga Exhibition – exploring the evolution and depth of yoga
- 🧠 A discourse and guided Meditation with Daaji, Global Guide of Heartfulness
- 🎤 Keynotes from distinguished guests and leaders in the wellbeing space
- 🎶 A classical music performance by renowned sitar artist, Roopa Panesar
- 📚 The launch of The Authentic Yoga & by Daaji
Beyond the main programme, you will have the opportunity to explore an interactive exhibition on the evolution of yoga, to connect with like-minded individuals and to learn more about the wider International Day of Yoga celebrations taking place across London.
This is more than an event—it is a space to pause, reconnect and be part of a collective movement towards harmony and peace.
🌿 About International Day of Yoga
Observed annually on 21 June, the International Day of Yoga was established by the United Nations in 2014 with the support of 177 countries—recognising yoga as a powerful practice for health, harmony and global wellbeing.
About Heartfulness Meditation
Certified trainers guide you to experience the subtle energy of Transmission, which awakens a deeper level of inner experience, authenticity, compassion and awareness. Heartfulness practices expand your awareness, and develop well-being, contentment, calm, compassion, courage, and clarity. With this awakened potential, together we can create a world based on respect, peace and unity.
About Heartfulness
Heartfulness is a non-profit organisation and spiritual movement established in 1945 originating in India, which teaches the practice of Sahaj Marg, or Heartfulness Meditation, and is wholeheartedly dedicated to sharing the timeless traditions of Raja Yoga and Meditation with seekers around the globe, free of charge.
Heartfulness offers unique, simple, and secular practices of relaxation, meditation, and rejuvenation for self-development to help practitioners find inner calm and stillness in an extremely fast-paced world. Heartfulness also seeks to serve humanity in the areas of education, environment, and wellness.
The presence of Heartfulness spans over 160 countries, with over ten million practitioners, 16,000 trainers, 5000+ centers and 280 retreat centres worldwide. It has impacted over 2500 companies, 10,000 colleges, 50,000 schools, 250 NGOs, and much more. The contributions of Heartfulness Meditation in the fields of spirituality and environment have earned recognition from numerous governments and organisations across India and worldwide.
Heartfulness UK
Heartfulness UK is a UK registered charity and non-profit organisation providing training in Heartfulness meditation across London and many parts of the UK, as well as universities, public and private organisations and in the community. Heartfulness UK is part of a network of non-profit organisations of Heartfulness, with presence in over 160 countries throughout the world.
There are no fees for learning or practising Heartfulness. We are run entirely by volunteers and funded purely by voluntary donations.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Church House Westminster, Dean's Yard, London, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00 to GBP 10.00
