Summer is just around the corner. Days have grown long and bright. Things are looking up. Shake off any last winter creakiness with invigorating backbends. You probably had an automatic reaction to the word “backbends,” which seem to prompt strong like or dislike. Preferences aside, backbends can be done safely and effectively by all. At this workshop, we’ll ease into spinal extension by releasing typical trouble spots: tight hip flexors, quadriceps, shoulders, and upper back. We’ll do a combination of active and passive poses, working toward Urdhva Dhanurasana. Expect a vigorous practice, wit ..read more

Do you have “good balance”? In yoga, balance is typically associated with one-legged standing poses, such as Vrksasana (Tree pose). But balance is essential in almost every asana category. Reliable balance requires muscular strength, functional flexibility, core awareness, visual cues, healthy vestibular system, and—guess what—good, old-fashioned practice. The more you practice, the steadier you’ll become. In this workshop, we’ll explore wide-ranging poses that target different types of balance. You’ll try balancing on your pelvis (Navasana), foot and hand (Vasistasana), one leg (Virabhadrasan ..read more

Linda is a Level 3 Iyengar Teacher. Linda has been teaching since the early 1980’s, first in Victoria BC, later in Hong Kong where she founded The Iyengar Yoga Centre of Hong Kong, and now Vancouver. Linda had the privilege of studying directly with BKS Iyengar in India and abroad. Linda has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. The workshop will focus on Intermediate Asana and will be a wonderful opportunity to delve deeper into your practice and to spend time with our local community. Friday 6.00 – 8.00pm Saturday 9.30am – 12.30pm Mt Pleasant Yoga Studio $125 Register – deb@mtpleasa ..read more

The Yoga Philosophy of Balance emphasizes achieving equilibrium in various aspects of life, including physical, mental and spiritual. This workshop will focus on asana and pranayama to create harmony through the opposing forces of strength and flexibility, introspection and engagement, effort and relaxation. Saturday May 11th 9.30am – 12.30pm $60 Register – deb@mtpleasantyoga.com The post Balance – An Iyengar Yoga Workshop with Deb Peake appeared first on B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga Association ..read more

A series to explore asana conducive for pranayama, the deeper layers of Savasana, breath observation and awareness, steadiness and suppleness in seated Ujjayi and Viloma, Jalandhara Bandha, Bhramari, the art of placing the fingers on the nose for digital pranayama, and Anuloma I. Recommended that students have minimum three years of study with a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher (CIYT), attended Pranayama 1 Series or have equivalent experience, and stability and comfort with Salamba Sirsasana and Salamba Sarvangasana variations. Online Hosted by Brian Mondays 6-7pm (Pacific) May 13, 20, 27, June ..read more

An Autumn Retreat for Iyengar Yoga Students. Senior Iyengar yoga teacher Linda Shevloff is planning a retreat focused on the changes in our yoga practice as we age. During this retreat we will explore ways to modify asanas when issues typical of aging bodies are an obstacle. We’ll discuss goals and sense of purpose at this stage of life and share our wisdom. Pranayama and meditation will be included. Before placing a deposit on one of two retreat centres (either in the Fraser Valley or on Saltspring Island) Linda would like to get a sense of interest in this event. Accommodations and food will ..read more

In Restorative Yoga with Wall Ropes we are held, suspended, stabilized and lifted up like a marionette puppet. Support from ropes and props allows us to find repose as we extend the spine, wring and rinse the hips, and invert the body (to your comfort – from slight to complete inversion). Restorative Iyengar Yoga with the support of wall ropes allows for longer holdings which bring deeper benefits to muscle, joint, circulation and emotional balance. To register, please visit Om Prem Yoga. The post Restorative Iyengar Yoga with Wall Ropes and Props with Gwynneth appeared first on B.K.S. Iyengar ..read more

Join us for Iyengar Yoga Appreciation Day April 13 & 14, 2024, as we celebrate BKS Iyengar’s Light in Canada. This special event, organized by the Iyengar Yoga Association of Canada , invites practitioners nationwide to express their love and gratitude for Iyengar Yoga. The Light that yoga sheds on Life is something special. It is transformative. It does not just change the way we see things; it transforms the person who sees. BKS Iyengar Across Canada, in-person events will be held, organized by local communities. Let’s come together to raise awareness of the joys and benefits of Iyenga ..read more

Immune System Boost: Iyengar Yoga Rejuvenation and Reset with Bolsters, Blocks and Chairs Whether you have been burning the candle at both ends or you simply want to move into the winter season with a stronger immune system – this workshop will leave you restoratively opened, stretched, ironed, wrung out and re-set. You will be led in this practice to boost your immune system through slow, restful, restorative postures that will leave you feeling better than a good nap. All Levels. Beginners welcome. Bring layers. Sunday march 10, 3pm – 4:30pm at om Prem studio. To register or for more info, p ..read more

The Yoga Rope Wall was developed by BKS Iyengar. Guruji was inspired by ancient pictures of Yogi’s hanging in ropes from trees. The practice is often referred to as Kurunta Yoga. Guruji’s sense of curiosity and creativity has brought about the use of a variety of props, ropes included, that has allowed us to explore and access our bodies in ways unimagined. The ropes work by using gravity as a natural form of resistance allowing the body to open and achieve a deeper asana. Many categories of asana will be explored in the workshop to enable the student to attain accuracy, agility, balance and c ..read more