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Yadu yoga
Building bridges between exiled and local people through yoga... and beyond yoga!
La Gaîté Lyrique (Paris 3rd)
About
Solidarity Yoga!
The story of Yadullah Mousawi, yoga instructor, is one of exile.
From Afghanistan to France, it is marked by hardships, but also by learning and encounters. One of these changed his life by introducing yoga to him in 2020, as a second wind while he was surviving in the Moria refugee camp in Greece. Sometimes an exile, an asylum seeker, and now a political refugee, it is through sharing yoga that he chooses to continue to resist, to connect in order to rebuild... others.
In 3 years, Yadu Yoga has built a safe and warm space for everyone in the heart of a busy but cold city. It has even become a community of over 200 people! We experiment, listen, live, do, and overcome challenges together. Students from all backgrounds come together, progress, and above all, create bonds.
The best thing is to experience it, let yourself be guided (more or less) gently by Yadullah through his unique yoga challenges!
For me, yoga is a space of equality where no one worries about your face, color, gender, language, status... It is one of the best ways I have found to connect people and move borders.
Yadullah,For whom?
The class is open to everyone: all ages, origins, languages, statuses, and levels.
Our take on this event
Step into a sanctuary where yoga serves as a powerful bridge between diverse lives and personal journeys. Led by Yadullah, these inclusive sessions prove that the mat is the ultimate space for connection, regardless of where you come from. It is the perfect opportunity to stretch, challenge your body, and join a vibrant community that values humanity above all else.
Yadu Yoga takes place at La Gaîté Lyrique from November 21, 2026, to January 30, 2027, offering collective practice sessions. Led by instructor Yadullah Mousawi, whose journey with yoga began in the Moria refugee camp, these classes welcome participants of all backgrounds, levels, and statuses. Every Saturday from 16:00 to 18:00, the sessions aim to build a community space focused on human connection in the 3rd arrondissement. While the standard entry fee is 15 euros, the practice is entirely free for refugees, asylum seekers, and displaced individuals, ensuring full inclusivity.
Located in Paris's 3rd arrondissement, La Gaîté Lyrique hosts Yadu Yoga, a project founded by Yadullah Mousawi. Born out of his personal experience in 2020, this initiative serves as a platform for resilience and mutual support. Every Saturday from 16:00 to 18:00, between November 21, 2026, and January 30, 2027, participants gather for guided sessions that go beyond physical practice, emphasizing human connection and equality.
The classes are designed for everyone, regardless of age, origin, or skill level. By creating a safe and welcoming environment, Yadu Yoga encourages attendees to overcome personal challenges together as part of a growing community. The sessions offer a unique opportunity to practice alongside others from diverse backgrounds, fostering bonds that transcend language and social status.
Attendance is priced at 15 euros per session. To ensure the initiative remains accessible to those who need it most, the classes are free for refugees, asylum seekers, and exiles. Whether you are seeking physical progress or a sense of community, these Saturday meetings provide an open and supportive space for all.
