Iyengar Yoga
Iyengar Yoga is the worlds most widely practised method of yoga, pioneered by Yogacharya Sri B.K.S. Iyengar of Pune, India. Now at the age of 92, Iyengar still continues to practise yoga and inspire and influence the lives of millions of people all over the world.
B.K.S. Iyengar married classical Hatha yoga with his detailed knowledge of the body to create a style based on accurate positioning, safety and alignment.
Asanas (postures/poses) are an essential part of the journey of yoga and can be practised by people from all walks of life and with different levels of ability. The Iyengar method is a carefully graded system of postures adapted for individual needs. Props, such as blankets, blocks and belts are used to aid the practitioner.
The asanas bring different effects to both the body and mind. The standing poses bring vitality and stamina while the seated poses have a cooling and calming effect. Twists massage the internal organs and restorative poses rest and nourish the mind and body. Performed correctly, asanas benefit the body as a whole - including the cardiovascular, digestive, nervous and immune systems. From this greater energy, well being and relaxation will increase. In time the whole body and the mind become harmonised.
The practise of Yoga begins with simple asanas. As one's level of understanding deepen, the postures will also develop. The postures are not static and special instructions will be verbally given.
B.K.S. Iyengar married classical Hatha yoga with his detailed knowledge of the body to create a style based on accurate positioning, safety and alignment.
Asanas (postures/poses) are an essential part of the journey of yoga and can be practised by people from all walks of life and with different levels of ability. The Iyengar method is a carefully graded system of postures adapted for individual needs. Props, such as blankets, blocks and belts are used to aid the practitioner.
The asanas bring different effects to both the body and mind. The standing poses bring vitality and stamina while the seated poses have a cooling and calming effect. Twists massage the internal organs and restorative poses rest and nourish the mind and body. Performed correctly, asanas benefit the body as a whole - including the cardiovascular, digestive, nervous and immune systems. From this greater energy, well being and relaxation will increase. In time the whole body and the mind become harmonised.
The practise of Yoga begins with simple asanas. As one's level of understanding deepen, the postures will also develop. The postures are not static and special instructions will be verbally given.
