17th World Championship of Yogasana Sports 2026 — Marina di Camerota, Italy
Marina di Camerota, Italy  ·  December 4–6, 2026  ·  Registration now open
17th Edition  /  International Yoga Sports Federation

World Championship
of Yogasana Sports

Dates Dec 4 – 6, 2026
Venue Palazzetto dello Sport
Location Marina di Camerota, Italy
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17th
Consecutive Edition
150+
Athletes Expected
30+
Countries
3
Days of Competition

Join the longest running international Yogasana Sports event — where discipline, breath and strength meet on the world stage.

For sixteen editions, athletes from every continent have gathered to compete in Yogasana Sports — a discipline of precision, balance and endurance judged at the highest international level. This December, the tradition continues on the southern coast of Italy. It's time to come together as one.

Elite Competition

Compete across individual, pair and group categories, judged by international officials under IYSF standards.

A Global Community

Athletes, coaches and guests from over 30 countries share three days of competition, culture and connection.

A Legacy Continued

The 17th edition carries forward a championship built by generations of practitioners — now arriving in Italy.

Marina di Camerota

"A lovely coast town in southern Italy — a place where you can admire the beauty of the Mediterranean, among centuries-old olive trees, sea air and mysterious coves."

Yogasana athletes gathered together at a previous World Championship
Local Cilento products: artisan pasta, wine, olive oil and preserves

A Region Worth the Journey

Beyond the competition floor, the Cilento coast offers handmade pasta, estate wine and olive oil pressed from centuries-old groves — a warm welcome for athletes and guests arriving from around the world.

Artisan Pasta Estate Wine Extra Virgin Olive Oil Local Preserves
Palazzetto dello Sport, Marina di Camerota
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Palazzetto dello Sport

The official competition venue for the 17th World Championship of Yogasana Sports, hosting all rounds across the three days of competition.

CityMarina di Camerota
RegionCampania, Italy
Dates in useDec 4 – 6, 2026

Directions and access details will be added as they're confirmed.

Nearest Accommodation

Cilento Dreams Village is the recommended stay for athletes and guests, located closest to the competition venue.

Cilento Dreams Village Booking

Two Ways to Be Part of the 17th Edition

Whether you're stepping onto the competition floor or joining as a guest, here's where to register.

For Athletes

Register to Compete

Secure your place among 150+ athletes from 30+ countries. Registration confirms your category entry and official credentials for the 17th World Championship of Yogasana Sports.

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For Athletes & Guests

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Cilento Dreams Village is the closest recommended accommodation to the Palazzetto dello Sport, minutes from the coast of Marina di Camerota.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about travelling to Marina di Camerota, transfers, accommodation and visa requirements.

Marina di Camerota is easily accessible by car, train, bus and plane, with direct connections from Naples, Salerno and other Italian cities.

By Plane

The nearest airport is Naples Capodichino, about 170–190 km away. It is possible to book the TRANSFER service to reach Marina di Camerota.

By Car

For those traveling by car, the most common route is to take the A3 motorway (Naples-Salerno-Reggio Calabria) or the A2 del Mediterraneo to the SS18 Variante Cilentana, with the recommended Poderia exit, then follow the SR 562 towards the coast to Marina di Camerota.

From Salerno the journey takes about 2 hours, while from Naples about 2 and a half hours.

By Train

Frecciarossa trains connect Milan Central, Rome, Naples and other cities with the Centola-Palinuro-Marina di Camerota station.

From the station it will be possible to book the TRANSFER service to Marina di Camerota.

By Bus

FlixBus and other amenities offer direct connections to Marina di Camerota. Tickets can be purchased online or via the app, and you don't need to print them out – just show the QR code to the driver.

The main stop is located in the center, easily accessible from the port and the promenade.

When you fill out the form for accommodation, click on "I need the transfer".

When we have collected all the registrations, we will contact you by email to agree on the time of arrival and the place you will provide us.

Cars for 6/8 people will be organized according to the arrival/departure times you will provide us.

The cost you find in the "flyer transfer" is related to the scheduled days of arrival and departure: 2–3 December for arrival and 7–8 December for departure.

Any other dates must be agreed in advance and may have a different price.

When you fill out the accommodation form you can choose your preference between Residence, Hotel, B&B.

You will receive an email confirming receipt of your reservation. As soon as registrations close, we will contact you to receive the quote and send you the address of the structure chosen for you.

FIRST COME FIRST SERVED – The accommodations closest to the competition location will be assigned in order of booking. The sooner you fill out the form, the more sure you will be to be in the easiest place to reach.

The accommodation form must be completed by November 2, 2026 to allow the organizers to better manage your needs and assign rooms in the facilities that will host the athletes for the competition.

For personal needs, in the email confirming registration, you will find a WhatsApp number to write to. You will be contacted as soon as possible.

Are you alone and want to share a room with another athlete to split the expense? Book your room and mark your need in the notes.

ATTENTION: The Holiday Village Resort only has apartments for 4 people.

Remember we highly recommend getting travel insurance to cover your flight and travels, and that your visa is valid for 6 months at the time of the event.

To ensure all teams secure their Schengen entry visas on time and register under the correct competition categories, please review the important updates below.

4.1. Countries Requiring Visa Invitation Support

Delegations and individual athletes traveling to Italy with passports from these countries MUST submit the Google Sheet request form to invitationletter@iysf.org as soon as possible.

Asia / South Asia:

  • India
  • Nepal
  • Pakistan
  • Bangladesh
  • Sri Lanka
  • China
  • Philippines
  • Vietnam
  • Indonesia
  • Thailand

Americas:

  • Ecuador
  • Bolivia
  • Cuba
  • Dominican Republic
  • Jamaica
  • Guyana

Africa:

  • All African nations (e.g., South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, Morocco, Ghana, Tunisia)

Middle East:

  • Turkey
  • Iran
  • Iraq
  • Jordan
  • Lebanon
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • UAE (non-citizens/residents holding third-country passports)

Central Asia / Eastern Europe:

  • Kazakhstan
  • Uzbekistan
  • Armenia
  • Azerbaijan

4.2. Countries That DO NOT Need a Schengen Visa

Delegations with passports from these countries DO NOT need a visa for short stays (up to 90 days) in Italy, so they do not need invitation letters unless requested by their local sports authorities.

European Union / EEA / Switzerland:

  • All EU member states (e.g., France, Germany, Spain, Sweden, Poland)

Americas:

  • United States
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • Colombia
  • Peru
  • Uruguay

Asia-Pacific:

  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Singapore
  • Malaysia
  • Australia
  • New Zealand

Europe (Non-EU):

  • United Kingdom
  • Ukraine
  • Georgia

4.3. Visa Invitation Request Process

To make submitting large delegation lists as fast and easy as possible, we are using a standardized Google Sheet template.

Official visa invitation letters will be issued directly on official letterhead by the Italian Federation.

Please include any special needs you need from your country to obtain the Invitation Letter.

Visa Submission Deadline: November 4, 2026

Visa Questions Inbox: invitationletter@iysf.org

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Travel note: We strongly recommend you purchase flight insurance with your ticket.