Dr. Girish Vasant Kadam
Hon. D.Sc. (Yoga)
Yoga & Fitness Guru | Padma Shri Award Nominee (2025)
Founder Director – Yoga Sanskar Sutra Foundation
Dr. Girish Vasant Kadam is an internationally recognised Yoga Master, Wellness Educator, Author, Motivational Speaker, Martial Arts Expert, and Social Reformer whose life's mission is to inspire healthier, happier, and more conscious living through the timeless science of Yoga.
With an illustrious career spanning over 35 years, he has dedicated his life to promoting physical health, mental well-being, emotional resilience, and spiritual growth. Through thousands of workshops, seminars, counselling sessions, educational initiatives, and wellness programmes, he has positively impacted the lives of more than 36 lakh people across India and abroad.
Widely respected for his scientific, practical, and result-oriented approach, Dr. Kadam has successfully bridged the gap between ancient yogic wisdom and modern lifestyle challenges. His holistic approach makes Yoga simple, relevant, and accessible for students, teachers, parents, professionals, senior citizens, healthcare workers, and corporate organisations.
Books & Signature Programmes
He is the visionary creator of several transformative wellness programmes, including ANTAR YATRA™, PRANA SHAKTI™, and the BLISS REBOOT PROGRAMME™, each designed to help individuals cultivate better health, emotional balance, mental clarity, inner peace, and lasting personal transformation.
Dr. Kadam is also an acclaimed author. His bestselling book Yoga Life Sutra has sold more than 1,40,000 copies, inspiring readers throughout the country. His second book, Healing Through Yoga, became an Amazon #1 Bestseller, offering practical yogic solutions for stress management, emotional well-being, enhanced concentration, lifestyle disorders, and holistic health.
- ANTAR YATRA™ A Journey from Mind to Consciousness
- PRANA SHAKTI™ Awaken the Power of Breath
- BLISS REBOOT PROGRAMME™ A Reset for Mind, Body & Breath
Educational Qualifications & Professional Expertise
Dr. Kadam possesses a unique blend of academic excellence, professional expertise, and decades of practical experience. His multidisciplinary expertise enables him to integrate Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Fitness Science, Lifestyle Medicine, Stress Management, Mind-Body Healing, and Holistic Wellness into practical programmes that deliver measurable results.
Academic Qualifications
- Honorary Doctorate in Yoga (WPIUN)
- Master's Degree in Yogshastra
- Bachelor of Education (Physical Education)
Professional Certifications
- Yoga Therapist – YCB, Ministry of Ayush
- International Yoga Therapist – Yoga Alliance International
- Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Specialist
- Garbha Sanskar Specialist – World Yoga Organisation
- Diploma in Fitness Management
- Diploma in Massage Therapy
Prestigious Awards & Recognitions
Dr. Kadam's exceptional contribution to Yoga, Education, Wellness, Literature, Sports, and Social Service has earned him numerous prestigious honours. His journey has also been featured in leading national publications, including The Times of India and Business Connect Magazine.
- Maharashtra Ratna Award2026
- Lokmat Yoga Excellence Award2025
- Padma Shri Award Nominee2025
- Impact Beyond Measure CSR AwardRaj Bhavan, Goa (2025)
- Trendsetter & Trailblazer of 2025Selected by ABP LIVE
- Rashtriya Pratibha Samman National Award2024–25
- Mahasagar Excellence AwardMaharashtra State Award – 2025
- Hindustan Ratna National Award2025
- Akhand Bharat Gaurav National Award2025
- Major Dhyan Chand Maharashtra Krida Ratna Puraskar2023
- Rotary Vocational Excellence Award2023
- Esteemed Alumnus AwardN.K.T.T. College – 2023
- Prime Minister's Yoga Award Nominee2022
- Yog Bhushan National Award2021
- Certificate of HonourSheth NKTT College & Team ANVAY – 2017
- Thane Gaurav Puraskar2015 (also known as Thane Mayor Award)
- Best Instructor AwardJ.S.K.K.O.I. National Level – 2014
- Vishesh Sahitya Puraskar2013–14 for Yoga Life Sutra
- Krida Vaibhav Puraskar2011 for excellence in Sports
Contributions & Outreach
Dr. Kadam's contribution extends far beyond teaching Yoga.
- Conducted more than 1,720 Yoga Workshops, Seminars, and Wellness Programmes (Online & Offline)
- Inspired and trained over 36 lakh participants across India and abroad
- Designed Yoga syllabi approved by Boards of Studies
- Published research papers and articles on Yoga, Fitness, and Holistic Health
- Served as a Physical Education Teacher for over 10 years in Junior Colleges and International Schools
- Member – Indian Yoga Association (IYA)
- Member – Federation of Industries of India (FII)
- Honoured by the Federation of Industries of India for promoting Health Awareness and Wellness
- Member – Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), N.K.T.T. College
Corporate, Educational & Government Engagements
Dr. Kadam has successfully conducted Yoga, Wellness, Leadership, and Stress Management programmes for prestigious organisations, educational institutions, and government bodies, including:
- Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India
- Regional Mental Hospital, Government of Maharashtra
- Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd. (Government of India Undertaking)
- Tata Steel
- Bihani Group
- Lodha World School
- Sri Ma Vidyalaya
- N.K.T.T. College
- Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College
- Oxford English School (Sankalp Charitable Trust)
- Little Aryans School
- NY Cinemas
- Numerous educational institutions, corporates, NGOs, and rural development initiatives across India
Distinguished Invitations as Chief Guest & Guest of Honour
Recognised as a leading authority in Yoga, Wellness, Education, Leadership, and Human Development, Dr. Kadam is regularly invited as a Chief Guest, Keynote Speaker, Motivational Speaker, and Guest of Honour at prestigious educational, corporate, social, and community events.
- Chief Guest – National Sports Day Celebration, Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd. (RCF)
- Chief Guest – HDFC Bank Pan-India Blood Donation Camp & Health Awareness Initiative
- Chief Guest – Republic Day Celebration, Lodha Paradise Cooperative Housing Federation Ltd.
- Chief Guest – Investiture Ceremony, Amber International School
- Guest of Honour – Guru Global Preschool
- Chief Guest – St. Mary's School
- Chief Guest – Little Aryans School
- Chief Guest – N.K.T.T. College Academic Programmes and Anvay Festival
- Chief Guest – Orchids The International School
His motivational addresses have inspired thousands of students, teachers, parents, professionals, administrators, and community leaders to embrace healthier, more purposeful, and value-based lives.
Martial Arts Excellence
Alongside his distinguished achievements in Yoga, Dr. Kadam is an accomplished Martial Arts expert. For decades, he has mentored athletes and officiated District, State, National, and International Karate Championships, promoting discipline, leadership, self-confidence, sportsmanship, and excellence.
Martial Arts Credentials
- 7th Degree Black Belt in Karate
- International Kumite Judge (AKF, Japan)
- National Referee Kumite and National Kata Judge, K.A.I.
Leadership Positions
- Founder Director – Yoga Sanskar Sutra Foundation
- Founder Director – Girish's Sparsh Fitness Fusion Institute
- Founder Director – Little Avengers Preschool & Multi-Activity Centre
- Founder Director – Karate Academy of Champions
- Referee Commission Chairman – JSKKO India
- Technical Director – JSKKO Maharashtra
Vision & Mission
Dr. Girish Vasant Kadam firmly believes that Yoga is not merely a physical discipline but a complete science of life that harmonises the body, mind, emotions, intellect, and spirit.
His mission is to make authentic yogic wisdom accessible to every individual while creating a healthier, happier, and more conscious society through education, research, awareness, and self-transformation.
Through the Yoga Sanskar Sutra Foundation and his numerous educational and social initiatives, he continues to inspire people to live with health, discipline, compassion, purpose, and inner balance.
“This is not merely the story of an author, educator, or wellness expert. It is the inspiring journey of a man who has dedicated his life to transforming society through the timeless wisdom of Yoga.”