Iyengar Yoga

Iyengar Yoga is based on the teachings of living Yoga Master B.K.S. Iyengar and begins with learning the art and science of asanas, or yoga postures. The method of study is orderly and progressive, and the postures are adjusted to meet the physical conditions and needs of each student. An innovative and inspired practice of yoga, the Iyengar method has been developed by B.K.S. Iyengar during his long career. Firmly based in the ancient Indian tradition of classical Ashtanga Yoga as defined in Patanjali's The Yoga Sutras, Iyengar Yoga teaches strength and stamina, flexibility and balance, concentration and meditation.

In Iyengar Yoga, the search for a developed consciousness begins with physical awareness. In each posture, every part of the body is acted upon with intent and precision. But Iyengar Yoga goes beyond the physical to embrace emotional and spiritual growth. As students learn to extend awareness to each part of their bodies, they begin to explore the limitless potential of the mind and the soul. The two quests of the physical and the spiritual are not separate, but parts of a complementary approach to self-realization and enlightenment.

Beginning Level I ‹ introduces the Iyengar style through the practice of standing asanas and preparatory bodywork.

Level I ‹ develops strength and flexibility through standing poses, sitting poses and preparatory strengthening for inversions.

Level II ‹ students must have a regular Level I practice and be prepared to work with headstand, full arm balance and shoulder stand. Permission of teacher required.

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