The Ramakrishna Centre of SA, Ladysmith Sub-Centre, recently observed a yoga programme for ladies at the Ramakrishna Centre in Agra Road to commemorate International Day of Yoga on Wednesday, June 21.

Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India.

The word yoga derives from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolising the union of body and consciousness.

Recognising its universal appeal, on December 11, 2014, the United Nations proclaimed June 21 as International Day of Yoga by resolution 69/131.

The International Day of Yoga aims to raise awareness worldwide of the many benefits of practicing yoga.

The United Nations recognition of the International Day of Yoga is a remarkable milestone, as it was Swami Vivekananda who first introduced yoga to the West in 1895.

Swami Vivekananda was the perfect embodiment of yoga and his lessons show how one can achieve spiritual enlightenment through the practice of yoga.

While yoga has gained popularity for its physical benefits, yoga in its true form has great spiritual significance and its roots lie in taking one closer to God.

45 ladies of different races, religions, ages and fitness levels attended the programme, which was led by Ms Larissa Govender. A brief introduction explaining the significance and spiritual importance of yoga was also delivered.

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