June 12, 13, 14
Festival of spiritual and body practices in Baku

Nine Senses Fest 2026

experts and mentors
80+
3
days of inspiration
unforgettable
locations
6
participants
1500+

From Roots to Growth

Nine Senses Fest 2026 is not just a festival of diverse practices. It is a space where a person can pause and look within. A place where body, mind, and spirit unite in a single flow of experience.

We call it SPIRIT • BODY • MIND
three levels of harmonious personal development.

SPIRIT — inner clarity and a sense of meaning.
BODY — the body as an instrument of feeling and presence.
MIND — the consciousness that learns to observe, understand, and accept.
SPIRIT
BODY
MIND
The festival is held on the initiative and with the support of Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, President of the Azerbaijan Yoga Federation, and founder of Nine Senses Art Center.
Program of Nine Senses Fest 2026
Nine Senses Fest creates a space for self-discovery and brings together like-minded people from all over the world. Here, you can explore new paths in self-development practices and reconnect with traditional approaches.
Festival Opening
Body and spiritual practices by local and international experts
Path of the Heart: A Day of Sufi Practices and Philosophy
Sufism Day
Lectures and workshops by the Festival headliners
Body and spiritual practices by local and international experts
Body and spiritual practices by local and guest experts
Lectures by speakers on psychology, business, physical and mental health
Evening concert and Ecstatic Dance
Lectures by speakers: psychology, business, physical and mental health
Festival closing ceremony
June 12
June 13
June 14
Kids Club
Performances
Fair and food court
Kids Club
Evening concert and Ecstatic Dance
Lectures and workshops by the Festival headliners
New practices
Workshops
Art therapy
Concerts and performances
Kids-club
World-renowned experts
Ecstatic Dance
Themed fair
Elchin Guliyev
Master of classical yoga, founder of the School of Classical Yoga in Baku
Darpan
Master of yoga and meditation, spiritual mentor, and creator of original mindfulness programs.
Kanan Mammadov
International Art of Living trainer, student of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and one of the school's key representatives in Azerbaijan
Sahib Xudaverdiyev
Master of Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga, founder of Yoga Om studio
Rashid Mevlevi
Representative of the Mevlevi Sufi tradition, Sheikh of the Mevlevi tariqa
Nandan Gautam
CEO of Artistic Yoga, yoga and meditation teacher, writer, and musician
Igor Pankov
Anthropologist, PhD in history, researcher of Sufism
Specialist in integrative cosmetology
Anna Palamar
Gafar Ganizade
An experienced yoga teacher who works with the body, mind and inner states through a holistic approach
Lev Ivanov
A practicing healer, martial artist, and leader of seminars and workshops on the "KNOW YOURSELF" method.
Teachers
We have invited leading specialists, headliners of various disciplines, and leaders of spiritual schools and movements from different countries around the world. The festival will also feature local experts — outstanding representatives of their fields.
Nargiz Aliyeva
Psychologist and coach. Works at the intersection of psychology, bodywork, and spiritual development.
Pavel Piskaryov
Creator of Neurographica, metamodern artist working at the intersection of psychology, philosophy, and art.
Imram Kriya
Realized master of Kriya Yoga, yogi-siddha, composer, and multi-instrumentalist musician.
Vadim Popov
An outstanding master and one of the ideologists of modern yoga in Russia, whose teaching experience exceeds 25 years.
Yoga master who united the ancient practices of Kriya and Tantra Yoga with the achievements of modern science.
Bxarat Txakur
Elena Gasimova
Life coach, neurographics and genealogy specialist, Reiki and meditation practitioner, regressionist
Yelizaveta Romanova
Master of meditation and mindfulness practices, master of AWA Water Meditation
Oksana Stepenko
Resourceologist, Sexologist, Women's Practice Leader, Founder of the eco-perfume brand AromaSoul
Ilhama Isgenderli
Transformational Coach MCP, Business Psychologist, Facilitator
Alexey Mayorov
Sound Resonance Therapist and Sound Researcher
Kristina Maxova
Kundalini Yoga teacher, Sat Nam Rasayan healer, certified KRI specialist
Leyla Ibragimova
The only certified eniostyle expert in Azerbaijan
Vuslat Cin
A movement teacher working at the intersection of body practices, mindfulness, and deep body experience.
Musician, sound therapist, theta practitioner, hypnotherapist, psychologist
Ilhama Babayeva
Sabina Dadashova
Coach, ThetaHealing® Master, NLP, Reiki and Access Bars practitioner, bioenergetics specialist
Maarif Khurshudov
International teacher of karate and oriental martial arts
Asiya Gasanova
Master of body transformation and free dance, organizer of conceptual retreats
Yekaterina Savinova
Founder and Director of the Life Line Institute
Elena Seselkina
Preventive medicine doctor, osteopath and kinesiologist
Ilgar Yusifov
Tai Chi Coach of the Azerbaijan Wushu Federation
Founder and leading specialist of Azerbaijan New Skills Academy
Nicat Ramazanov
Nigar Aliyeva
Certified psychologist, game practitioner, energy practitioner
Sevinc Aliyeva
Ebru artist, teacher of creative workshops
Dilara Nagiyeva
Yoga teacher and guide in the practice of mindfulness, inner transformation, and the unfolding of human potential
Saida Haciyeva
Certified Hatha Yoga Teacher, International Yoga Alliance
Nigar Bektimirova
Master of Women's Practices, Energy Therapist, Rajahiraja Yoga and Intimate Gymnastics Trainer
Jamilya Zeynalova
Co-founder of Satya Healing Space, Energy Therapist, Healer
Renata Nurullayeva
Information coming soon…
Specialist in women's health, relationships and body practices
Olga Zaytseva
Ilhama Shirinova
Yoga teacher, Svargha School instructor, Ayurveda practitioner, meditation practitioner, energy practitioner
Gunel Alisoy
Integrative coach and Kundalini Yoga teacher
Stepan Godina
Master of Transcendental Meditation, guide to the space of deep silence and clarity
Adel Guseynova
Osho Active Meditations Leader, Vijnana Bhairava Tantra Meditation Guide
Anar Abbasov
Hatha yoga teacher with over 10 years of experience
Mila Maksaliyeva
Practicing Buddhist, meditation trainer, process-oriented therapist
Sola Mun
Transformation Game Leela Facilitator, Certified Yoga and Fly Yoga Instructor
Gestalt therapist and mediator
Ayan Tagizade
Lenay Saidali
Choreographer, researcher and performer working at the intersection of dance, philosophy and body awareness
Sevinc Askerova
A conductor of spiritual sound practices that work with vibration, attention, and inner state.
Yana Yusupova
Certified Hatha Yoga instructor, participant in international yoga festivals
Information coming soon…
Fidan Huseynova
Aura Ra Performance
A musical meditative performance by the family duo Grigory and Nadezhda Mashtalir
The Voice of the Soul of two Cultures
Special guests of the Festival
Musicians
Musicians are the living energy of the festival, connecting the space, people, and practices into one unified flow. You will experience live performances, sound journeys, and musical sets that create an atmosphere of depth, freedom, and true presence.
Vyacheslav Lizunov
A musician and teacher with 20 years of experience, the author of a system for unlocking creative potential, and a master of conscious development through art.
Chingiz Mustafayev (Azerbaijan)
A musician whose voice is called the breath of the land of Azerbaijan itself, and whose work is a portal to other dimensions
Ozgur Baba
(Turkey)
Every note is a step into the Secret, every word is a whisper of ancient stories living in the earth and the wind.
An artist whose songs are called "medicine for the soul" and "a manifesto of love for life"
Marat Nigmatulin
Kids Club
Kids Club — this year, it is not just a children’s area, but a true space for discovery and inspiration with its own rich program. While you immerse yourself in the practices, your child will play, create, and grow in a warm and safe atmosphere guided by the caring teachers of Nine Senses Art Center.
Farid Rzayev
Sculptor, artist
Sura Ibrahimova
Art Lab Teacher
A young artist and creator, host of the program "Children for Children" in Kids Zone
Kira Faraonova
And throughout the entire Festival, joining us:
tarot readings, ethnic face art, and nail-standing practice
КосмоЦыгане
tea ceremonies with organic Chinese teas from the festival partners
MayChay
Local brands and producers
Handmade products
Eco products
Fair
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Spiritual practices and art therapy
Live music concerts and performances
Seaside fair
Relaxation, growth, and self-discovery
A space for communication, networking, and self-expression
Festival locations
Nine Senses Art Center and Nine Senses Neftchilar AveSea Breeze Event Hall — a unique resort complex located on the picturesque coast of the Caspian Sea, as well as the elite sports complex The Club Port Baku.
Nine Senses Art Center
Nine Senses Neftchilar ave
Sea Breeze Event Hall
The club Port Baku
Caspi Mayr
JW Marriot Absheron Hotel
Organizers
Azerbaijan New Skills Academy is an educational platform that combines classical teaching methods with innovative approaches.
Nine Senses Art Center is an inspiring space for creativity and personal development practices by the sea, located within the Sea Breeze resort area for the whole family. Here, you can spend anything from an hour to an entire weekend. The art center also features the healthy cuisine restaurant Vida Cafe.
Sponsors and partners
This is not just a Festival — it is an experience that will change your life.

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This is not just a Festival — it is an experience that will change your life.

Feel the energy that cannot be described in words.
Reserve your spot while it’s still available.
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