On June 21st 2016, the day of summer solstice, was celebrated the 2nd International Day of Yoga, which was initiated last year by our dear Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi.
At AVM too, we celebrated the day enthusiastically and thoughtfully. All students reached the school prayer hall sharp at 6:45 AM on the day and after the morning aarti, we started the celebration.
Firstly, we were briefed on the importance of yoga and the initiation of the Yoga Day by Jagratbhai Mashroo (11 Commerce) and Hemant Sir (our yoga instructor). After that we commenced with the ever helpful Suryanamaskar. Thereafter we practiced pranayam and then began performing aasans that were founded by Patanjali, the original yoga guru. We did six aasans of different bases, viz. two aasans in sitting posture, two while sleeping facing up and two while sleeping facing downwards.
After which we concluded the celebration with every student rejuvenated and valuing its significance in life.
Written by: Karan Desai (School Sports Captain)
