About NYSA

Who Are We?

The Netherlands Yogasana Sports Association (NYSA) is an Official National Body of the Netherlands and a dedicated institution committed to promoting Yogasana as a modern competitive sport.

Netherlands Yogasana Sports Association

Netherlands Yogasana
Sports Association

Promoting Yogasana Excellence in the Netherlands

At the Stichting Netherlands Yogasana Sports Association (NYSA), we are committed to promoting and advancing the practice of Yogasana as a sport in the Netherlands. We aim to inspire individuals of all ages and backgrounds to discover the benefits of Yogasana, both physically and mentally, through structured training, competitions, and community engagement.

Our purpose

Our Mission

At the Stichting Netherlands Yogasana Sports Association (NYSA), our mission is to promote Yogasana as a competitive sport, increasing awareness and participation at local, national, and international levels. We believe that Yogasana is not just a sport, but a holistic practice that nurtures physical and mental well-being, benefiting the body, mind, and spirit.

To support this, we provide training, certification programs, and resources to develop the next generation of Yogasana athletes and coaches. Additionally, we strive to build a strong community by creating platforms where Yogasana practitioners can connect, share knowledge, and inspire one another.

Leadership of NYSA

Executive Committee

Ms. Pranita Deshpande

Ms. Pranita Deshpande

Founder & President

Mr. Ameya Krishna B

Mr. Ameya Krishna B

Director & Secretary General

Ms. Manasi Sagdeo

Ms. Manasi Sagdeo

Director & Event Coordinator

Mr. Mayur Muley

Mr. Mayur Muley

Director & Treasurer

Ms. Laura Dostanbayeva

Ms. Laura Dostanbayeva

Zonal Head (The Hague) & Yoga Coach

Ms. Vandana Vyas

Ms. Vandana Vyas

Zonal Head (Amsterdam), NYSA Yoga Coach & Certified Judge

Ms. Lakshmi Menon

Ms. Lakshmi Menon

Technical Committee Chair

Ms. Ashwini Pathak

Ms. Ashwini Pathak

Coaching Committee Chair

Mr. Arvind Vyas

Mr. Arvind Vyas

NYSA Certified Judge

Contact Us

Get in Touch

Stichting Netherlands Yogasana Sports Association (NYSA)

The Netherlands

Email: presidentNYSA@protonmail.com

Inquiries

For registrations, event inquiries, or general questions, feel free to reach out to our secretarial or technical teams via email.