'Nine Senses is not a yoga festival, but a space for holistic development' — Zhukova

The Nine Senses Fest is an international platform focused on the holistic development of personality, integrating practices for the body, mind, and spirit, said director of the Nine Senses Art Center Natalya Zhukova.

According to Report, speaking at a press conference dedicated to the 3rd International Nine Senses Fest 2026, Zhukova emphasized that the event should not be viewed as a yoga festival, but rather as a broader space for personal and cultural development.

"We are not a yoga festival. This is an important distinction from similar events. Nine Senses Fest is a festival of holistic development and an integrated approach," she said.

The main theme of this year's edition is "From Roots to Growth," which reflects the connection between individuals and traditions, history, and cultural heritage. Organizers say the concept is intended to link inherited experience with modern forms of personal growth.

According to Zhukova, the program will include art projects, educational lectures, creative workshops, musical performances, exhibitions, and a fair featuring local brands.

Among the invited guests are the founder of the neurography method Pavel Piskarev and representative of the Slavic practices school Lev Ivanov.

She also noted that the festival is being held with the support of Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and is open to both Azerbaijani citizens and international visitors.

Organizers say the goal of the festival is to create a platform for cultural exchange, personal development, and exposure to contemporary international practices.