Iyengar Yoga
– so coined after BKS Iyengar, who developed his own style based on the tradition of Pantanjali’s Eight Limbs of Ashtanga Yoga.
YOGA IN THE TRADITION OF BKS IYENGAR
““ Yoga is an art, a science and a philosophy. It touches the life of man at every level, physical, mental and spiritual.It is a practical method for making one’s life purposeful, useful and noble.Yoga is a friend to those who embrace it sincerely and totally.It lifts its practitioners from the clutches of pain and sorrow, and enables them to live fully, taking a delight in life.The practice of yoga helps the lazy body to become active and vibrant.It transforms the mind, making it harmonious.”
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Iyengar Yoga places emphasis on alignment, sequencing, precision and use of props. The practitioner not only develops strength and flexibility, but a sense of mental and physical well-being. Iyengar Yoga can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age or ability. The practice brings clarity and understanding to the underlying principles and philosophy.
Our beloved Guruji, BKS Iyengar passed away on August 20, 2014, at the age of 95. Whilst Guruji's physical presence may no longer be felt, he has left us an incredible legacy that will allow future generations to continue to learn and develop physically and spiritually. The world-wide Iyengar yoga community was blessed to have Guruji's daughter Geetaji (now passed away) also teach us. Currently his son Prashantaji and grand daughter Abhijata continue his tireless work. They, too, have devoted their lives to the art of yoga and have contributed enormously to shedding light on this ancient subject through their teaching. Under their tireless guidance, the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute in Pune, India, still maintains it's vibrancy.
