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Canadian Yoga Association (CYA)
"National Sport Organization of Canada"
Governing, developing, and promoting yogasana as a competitive sport across Canada.
Affiliated with Commonwealth Yogasana Sports Federation (CYSF).
About Canadian Yoga Association:
(Canada’s Official National Sport Organization for Yogasana)
Canadian Yoga Association (CYA) is the officially recognized National Sport Organization governing yogasana in Canada. As a non-profit organization, we are dedicated to the development, promotion, and regulation of yogasana as a competitive sport across the nation.
Our mandate includes:
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Organizing the official Canadian National Yogasana Championships.
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Selecting and preparing Canada’s National Yogasana Team.
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Establishing national standards for yogasana competition, coaching, and judging.
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Providing pathways for Canadian athletes to compete internationally.
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Upholding the integrity and values of yogasana as a sport.
Our Affiliation:
(Affiliated with Commonwealth Yogasana Sports Federation)
Canadian Yoga Association (CYA) is the National Affiliate of Commonwealth Yogasana Sports Federation (CYSF), the responsible international governing body for yogasana sports across 56 Commonwealth nations.
Through this affiliation:
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Canadian athletes have a direct pathway to international competition.
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Canada participates in the Commonwealth Yogasana Championships.
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Our national champions qualify to represent Canada on the global stage.
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We align with international standards for competition, coaching, and judging
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Athlete Pathway
From Local to International – Your Pathway in Yogasana Sport
Canadian Yoga Association provides a clear and structured pathway for athletes to progress from grassroots participation to international competition.
Stage
1. Local & Provincial
2. National Championships
3. National Team Selection
4. Commonwealth Championships
5. Future Olympic Vision
Description
Participate in local yogasana events and provincial qualifying
competitions.
Compete at the Canadian National Yogasana Championships to
qualify for the national team.
Top athletes are selected to represent Canada at international events.
Represent Canada at the Commonwealth Yogasana Championships.
Contributing to the global vision of yogasana in the Olympic Games.
National Championships
Canadian National Yogasana Championships
The Canadian National Yogasana Championships is the premier national competition for yogasana athletes in Canada. This event serves as:
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The official selection platform for Canada’s National Yogasana Team
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A qualifying event for the Commonwealth Yogasana Championships
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A celebration of excellence in yogasana sport
Upcoming Championship: [Date and location to be announced] (Coming Soon)
Athlete Development
"Developing Canada’s Yogasana Athletes"
Canadian Yoga Association is committed to developing world-class yogasana athletes through:
Program
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High-Performance Training
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Coach Certification
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Judge Certification
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Youth Development
Description
Specialized coaching for national team athletes
Accredited training programs for yogasana coaches
Official certification for yogasana competition judges
Programs to introduce youth to yogasana as a sport
Governance & Transparency
"Governance That Meets National Standards"
As Canada’s National Sport Organization, Canadian Yoga Association operates with the highest standards of governance and transparency.
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Incorporated under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act.
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Governed by an elected Board of Directors.
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Committed to safe sport principles and ethical conduct.
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All policies, by laws, and governance documents are publicly available.
Call to Action: [Governance Documents]
Membership
"Join the Canadian Yoga Association Community"
Become a part of Canada’s official yogasana sports community. Membership is open to:
Member Type Benefits
Athletes Eligibility to compete in National Championships, access to training programs.
Coaches Certification pathways, professional development.
Judges Official certification, opportunities to officiate at national events.
Clubs & Affiliates Recognition as part of Canada’s national sports structure.
Supporters Stay informed, support the growth of yogasana sport in Canada.
Call to Action: [Become a Member Today]
News & Updates
"Latest News"
15 July 2026– Announcement: Canadian National Yogasana Championships 2026.
15 July 2026 – Canada’s National Team Prepares for Commonwealth Yogasana Championships.
15 July 2026– New Athlete Development Program Launched.
12 July 2025– Canadian Yoga Association Affiliated with CYSF.
Our Vision
"Working Toward the Olympic Dream"
Canadian Yoga Association is proud to support the vision of yogasana as a future Olympic sport. Through our affiliation with Commonwealth Yogasana Sports Federation and our work in developing athletes, coaches, and infrastructure, we are building the foundation for yogasana’s inclusion in the Olympic Games.