Knowledge, Practice, and Healing
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“Asana is perfect firmness of body, steadiness of intelligence, and benevolence of spirit.”—B.K.S. Iyengar This definition invites us to rethink what it means to be precise in practice. In the Iyengar method, precision is not the pursuit of external symmetry
A Pedagogical Comparison Between Light on Yoga and A Gem for Women Adho Mukha Śvānāsana, commonly known as Downward-Facing Dog, stands as perhaps the most recognizable symbol of yoga practice in the Western world. This seemingly simple yet complex asana
As we journey through life, maintaining our physical and mental vitality becomes increasingly important. While the passage of time is inevitable, how we “age” is largely within our control. For many, the golden years are a time to embrace new
Within the rich tradition of Iyengar Yoga, Śīrṣāsana (Headstand, a posture where the body is inverted with the head on the ground, supported by the forearms) and Sarvāṅgāsana (Shoulderstand, a posture where the body is inverted and supported by the
When we speak of yoga today, our minds often turn to physical postures, breathwork, or perhaps even meditation. Yet, beneath these visible layers lies a profound philosophical bedrock, codified by an ancient sage whose insights continue to guide practitioners across
When I first encountered yoga, I, like many, was searching for something more than just physical exercise. What I found in Iyengar Yoga was not just a practice, but a profound methodology that resonated deeply with my own quest for
A Special Online Session for the Iyengar Yoga Association of New Zealand Sunday, 18 May 2025 | 5:00-7:00 PM (New Zealand Time) | via Zoom “The pose begins when you want to leave it.” – B.K.S. Iyengar I am delighted
Eyal Shifroni brings over 45 years of yoga practice and teaching experience to this special session. As the director of the Iyengar Yoga Center in Zichron Ya’akov, Israel, he has dedicated his life to deepening and sharing yoga wisdom since
The ancient tradition of guru-śiṣya in yoga represents one of the most profound methods of knowledge transmission in spiritual practice. Through Geeta Iyengar’s remarkable book “Yoga – A Gem for Women,” we gain unique insights into this sacred relationship, particularly
Geeta Iyengar’s narrative begins with her own path into yoga, which wasn’t a straightforward one. After a severe illness in her childhood, she describes a pivotal moment when her father gave her an ultimatum: “From tomorrow onwards no more medicines.
In the vast landscape of yoga philosophy, few concepts are as profoundly transformative as faith. The traditional Sanskrit principle īśvara praṇidhāna, one of the five Niyamas (observances) outlined in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, represents the pinnacle of these observances. While commonly
In “Light on Life,” B.K.S. Iyengar shares a profound story of a monk’s path to enlightenment. Frustrated after years of spiritual practice without achieving emancipation, the monk makes a dramatic decision – to climb a mountain with the intention of
