Established by Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Educational Society in August 1989, SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences aims to revive the country’s ancient heritage of science and arts. Affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science and recognised by Karnataka government's Department of Ayush and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the institute offers Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences programme and a post-graduate programme in naturopathy and yoga. The college provides separate accommodations for girls and boys with modern facilities. Tourists who are interested in yoga and health sciences should definitely pay a visit to the institute and enhance their knowledge about the ancient techniques of yoga. The institute has made Mangaluru famous as a haven for yoga enthusiasts and continues to impart valuable teachings to its students.