The Iyengar approach to Hatha Yoga
Iyengar Yoga is a method of Hatha Yoga developed over a period of 60 years by B.K.S. Iyengar of Pune, India. He is one of the worlds most acclaimed yoga masters. His basic principles of movement are compatible with current developments in the field of physical therapy and in other modern bodywork disciplines. Combining classical yoga traditions with innovative refinements, Mr. Iyengar’s approach is marked by dynamism and precision. Iyengar Yoga is unsurpassed as a way to build strength, stamina and flexibility while cultivating a sense of graceful peace and well-being.Yoga as taught by B.K.S. Iyengar emphasizes the integration of body, mind and spirit. The Iyengar approach to yoga is firmly based on the traditional eight limbs of yoga as expounded by Patanjali in his classic treatise, The Yoga Sutras. Iyengar yoga emphasizes the development of strength, stamina, flexibility and balance, as well as concentration (Dharana) and meditation (Dhyana).
Asanas are individualized for the needs of different bodies. Various props are used to maximize opening and awareness throughout the body, and to stimulate the blood flow to the organs. Through the emphasis placed on precise alignment in the poses, many students find that their yoga practice helps them dissolve stubborn musculoskeletal and psychological blocks. The same precision of practice brings the serious student to the cutting edge of exploration in the field of mind-body interaction.