"named after and developed by B. K. S. Iyengar"
A yoga style that emphasizes precise alignment of the body in different poses using props, such as straps and blocks.
Iyengar Yoga philosophy and history: Understanding the principles and origins of Iyengar Yoga, including its founder B.K.S. Iyengar and his teachings.
Asanas (yoga postures): Learning the various yoga poses and their benefits, as well as how to perform them properly to avoid injury.
Pranayama (yoga breathing): Practicing the different breathing techniques that are essential to Iyengar Yoga, including how to do ujjayi (ocean) breath.
Props: Exploring the use of props such as blocks, blankets, and straps to assist in yoga poses and increase flexibility.
Alignment: Understanding the importance of proper alignment in yoga postures to optimize their benefits and prevent injuries.
Adjustments: Learning how to give and receive physical adjustments during yoga poses to deepen the practice and correct misalignments.
Sequencing: Understanding how to create and follow a yoga sequence that is safe and effective for the individual practitioner.
Anatomy and physiology: Understanding the anatomy of the body to better understand how yoga postures affect the muscles, joints, and other organ systems.
Meditation and mindfulness: Exploring meditation and mindfulness practices that complement the physical practice of yoga and promote mental wellbeing.
Yoga ethics and lifestyle: Understanding the ethical principles of yoga, including non-violence, truthfulness, self-discipline, and self-study, and how to apply them in daily life.
Basic Iyengar Yoga: This type of yoga is designed for beginners, and it focuses on mastering the basics of the yoga postures and breathing techniques.
Restorative Iyengar Yoga: This type of yoga uses props to help you relax into each posture and gently stretch your muscles, helping you to find a sense of calm and tranquility.
Dynamic Iyengar Yoga: This type of yoga involves more challenging sequences of postures, which are held for longer periods of time. It is designed to build strength, flexibility and endurance.
Therapeutic Iyengar Yoga: This type of yoga is focused on helping people with specific health problems or injuries. It is tailored to the individual needs of each person, and it involves a variety of postures and breathing techniques.
Prenatal Iyengar Yoga: This type of yoga is specifically designed for pregnant women. It focuses on maintaining a healthy pregnancy, reducing stress, and preparing for childbirth.
Kids Iyengar Yoga: This type of yoga is designed for children aged 4-12 years old. It teaches children the basics of yoga through fun, engaging, and interactive activities.
Senior Iyengar Yoga: This type of yoga is designed for seniors who want to maintain their flexibility, balance, and strength. The postures are modified to accommodate the needs of older adults.
Iyengar Yoga Wall Classes: These classes are designed to use props to deepen certain postures or to help you learn proper alignment in difficult poses.
"described in his bestselling 1966 book Light on Yoga"
"an emphasis on detail, precision and alignment in the performance of yoga postures (asanas)"
"belts, blocks, and blankets"
"The props enable beginning students, the elderly, or those with physical limitations to perform the asanas correctly"
"minimising the risk of injury or strain"
"beginning students"
"the elderly"
"those with physical limitations"
"emphasis on detail"
"precision and alignment"
"minimising the risk of injury or strain"
"as aids in performing the asanas"
"as aids in performing the asanas"
"as aids in performing the asanas"
"detail, precision and alignment"
"Light on Yoga"
"an emphasis on detail, precision and alignment"
"beginning students, the elderly, or those with physical limitations"
"performing the asanas correctly, minimising the risk of injury or strain"