IYENGAR YOGA

The world’s most widely practised method of yoga is that taught by Yogacharya Sri BKS Iyengar of Pune, India. Born on December 14, 1918, he has studied and practised yoga continuously for over 70 years.

Yogacharya Sri B.K.S. Iyengar

Iyengar's thorough study, understanding and mastery of Yoga are unrivalled in modern times.

He has won worldwide respect and recognition for his achievements and has made Yoga accessible and relevant to people everywhere, no matter what their physical or mental ability.

Iyengar Yoga is characterised by great attention to detail and precise focus on body alignment. Iyengar pioneered the use of "props" such as blocks, straps, benches, bolsters and even sand bags, which function as aids allowing beginners to experience asanas (yoga poses) more easily and fully than might otherwise be possible without several years of practice. Props also allow tired, ill or injured students to enjoy the benefits of many asanas via fully "supported" methods requiring less muscular effort.

Unlike more experiential approaches where students independently "find their way" by imitating the teacher, an Iyengar Yoga class is highly verbal and precise, with misalignments and errors actively corrected. Iyengar teachers complete at least two years of rigorous training for the introductory certificate, and often continue their study with assessments and certification.