IYoga Glasgow

Prashant & Abhijata at Guru pournima 2024

Trikonasana work with props: Front: Hold a pole behind your back to help roll the chest up. Back: Push up against a looped strap to extend the arms and open the chest. This one is looped to the stall bars, but you can also loop a 10’ strap to the bottom hand.

🕉जन्मदिन की शुभकामनाएं Abhijata🙏🏻
🎉Happy Blessed Birthday Abhijata!!🎈
”Yoga should make you a joyous human being.“
~ Abhijata Iyengar

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The Early Days of Iyengar Yoga in Edinburgh Edinburgh was one of those places in the UK blessed by the dropping of the amrta of Guruji's teachings from the very early days. Our auspicious year was 1974. In October of that year, Scotland's first introduction to Iyengar Yoga came when the Edinburgh University Yoga Society (EUYS) was started up.

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Iyengar Yoga in Scotland is 50
To celebrate 50 years, in 2024, we will be offering free live online classes every month of 2024 for all ESIY and iYG members. We hope to grow non-teaching membership for both Member Groups through these classes.
🌻August presents-Clare Trodden
Claire started practising yoga more than 20 years ago, when young, fit and flexible and the poses came very easily. Things have changed quite a bit with the years but yoga means more to her now than ever. Yoga has helped her make the best of life’s challenges and allowed her to do things she never thought possible, such as studying at the Iyengar institute in India. Clare really enjoys teaching students of all ages, shapes and sizes. That’s one of the joys of Iyengar yoga – it is accessible to all and can benefit everyone!

Online Classes Join us for the 50th Anniversary Monthly Online Classes! Join in celebrating 50 years of Iyengar Yoga in Scotland with this new series of 12 welcoming and informative online Iyengar Yoga classes every month throughout

Some spaces are available for my next workshop. You can book here 🙃: https://www.yogasarvasya.com/workshops-events

Welcoming Sushama Back to the Centre!

Yoga for All: Finding Strength and Flexibility at Any Age with Sushama
Date and Time: 9th August (Fri) 3-5 pm
Cost: £30

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Looking forward to teaching a general workshop with Michael Wright Moon Yoga - Michael Wright
24th August 12:00-14:30 Yoga Extension
To book or more info see https://www.momoyoga.com/half-moon-yoga/events

Join Theresa for Summer Workshop covering yoga postures, pranayama (breath practices) and deep relaxation.

Yogapushpanjali family Iyengar yoga camp not only aims to be child friendly but also seeks to support all members of the family including the older and the stiffer. The Saturday afternoon class with Sushama will focus on supporting older and/or stiffer bodies. YOU CAN BOOK IT AS A ONE-OFF DROP IN CLASS! So if you have an elderly relative who says "I'm too old for yoga" or know one of those people who says "I'm too stiff for yoga"..... Bring them in! 3 - 5.30pm https://buytickets.at/yogapushpanjali/1299711

Looking forward to teaching a general workshop with Sarah Hunter with Sarah
24th August 12:00-14:30 Yoga Extension
To book or more info see https://www.momoyoga.com/half-moon-yoga/events

Annual IYG committee social - chewing the fat 🙏🏿🙏🏼🙏🏾

The Yoga Extension

Sushama Chitale Workshops: 8th August 6.00pm - 8.00pm & 11th August 10.00am - 1.00pm:

Sushama (Megha) Chitale has been a student at RIMYI, Pune, for over 22 years and currently attends classes with Abhijata and Sunitaji. Sushama has been teaching Senior Citizens and Minor Ailments classes at the RIMYI institute in Pune for more than 10 years as well as Beginners, Intermediate classes and Remedial classes.

She worked very closely with Geeta on the Senior Citizens syllabus, which is of interest to many teachers and students at the moment. We are delighted that Sushama will share her many years of knowledge at The Yoga Extension.

Sushama will teach two sessions at The Yoga Extension. Thursday evening (8th August) is a general workshop with a focus on restorative and pranayama. Sunday morning (11th August) will be another general workshop suitable for all abilities.

These will prove to be very popular workshops, so it’s advisable to book ahead and take advantage of the early bird discount, which is available until the 10th July.

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Pranayama

Dates for your diary: Upcoming Workshops & Events:

ONLINE PRANAYAMA WORKSHOPS

(The Art of Conscious Breathing) with Bonar Hutchison

Pranayama workshop dates are usually the first Sunday of every month

Sunday August 4th, 10am-12pm

Sunday September 1st, 10am-12pm

£19 for individual workshops

Suitable for students with a regular Iyengar Yoga practice of over two years with experience of practicing inversions or their alternatives.

Please have the appropriate yoga equipment available on the day.

Workshops, Events & Retreats | Yogasarvasya Yogasarvasya is the website for Level 3 Iyengar Yoga teacher Bonar Hutchison who teaches regular yoga classes suitable for all levels of experience in Glasgow

Q&A Session with Abhijata Iyengar at Iyengar Yoga London in Maida Vale Abhijata Sridhar Iyengar visited Iyengar Yoga London on 3rd May 2024 - forty years after her grandfather, BKS Iyengar, opened the first building of the Iyeng...

Just a few spaces remain for this Month's Online Iyengar Yoga class with Kyoko Atsumi. These classes are suitable for students with at least 3 months Iyengar Yoga class experience, from 10am to 11am this Sunday 7th July.

These monthly online classes form part of our celebrations for the 50th anniversary of Iyengar Yoga in Scotland. Each of the 12 monthly classes is taught by an experienced Iyengar Yoga teacher based in Scotland.

Each class is £10 but they are free for members of iYoga Glasgow and East of Scotland Iyengar Yoga. Annual membership is £20 and you can sign up here https://iyengaryogascotland50.org/join-us/

You will receive a warm welcome and can practise Iyengar Yoga in the comfort of your own home. Sign up and join Kyoko for Iyengar Yoga this Sunday morning from 10am.

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International Yoga Day 2024: Remembering BKS Iyengar Who Sparked Global Yoga Craze Often called the ''father of modern yoga'', Mr Iyengar was credited with spreading the practice of yoga to about 60 countries.

Iyengar Yoga, named after its founder B.K.S. Iyengar, is a style of yoga that emphasizes precision, alignment, and the use of props to help practitioners achieve proper form and posture. There are several benefits associated with practicing Iyengar Yoga:

Focus on Alignment: Iyengar Yoga places a strong emphasis on correct alignment in each pose. This attention to detail helps to improve body awareness and reduces the risk of injury. Practitioners learn to align their bodies properly, fostering a better understanding of their physical capabilities.

Use of Props: The use of props such as blocks, straps, and blankets is a distinctive feature of Iyengar Yoga. Props assist in achieving correct alignment and make the poses accessible to individuals with varying levels of flexibility and strength. This makes the practice inclusive and adaptable to different body types and abilities.

Increased Strength and Flexibility: Regular practice of Iyengar Yoga can lead to increased strength and flexibility. The focus on proper alignment allows for a gradual progression in the intensity of poses, helping individuals develop strength in a balanced way while enhancing overall flexibility.

Improved Posture: The emphasis on alignment and awareness in Iyengar Yoga translates into improved posture. As practitioners learn to align their bodies correctly during poses, they carry this awareness into their daily activities, promoting better posture and spinal health.

Enhanced Balance and Coordination: Iyengar Yoga often includes poses that challenge balance and coordination. The practice of holding poses and maintaining stability helps improve overall balance and coordination, contributing to better physical control and body awareness.

Stress Reduction: Like many forms of yoga, Iyengar Yoga incorporates breath awareness and mindfulness. The practice of focused breathing and presence in each pose can help reduce stress and promote mental relaxation.

Therapeutic Applications: Iyengar Yoga is often used therapeutically to address specific physical conditions or injuries. The precise alignment and use of props allow for modifications to suit individual needs, making it a valuable practice for those recovering from injuries or managing certain health conditions.

Increased Body Awareness: Practicing Iyengar Yoga requires a high level of attention to detail and mindfulness. This heightened awareness extends beyond the yoga mat, fostering a deeper connection between the mind and body in everyday life.

It's important to note that the benefits of Iyengar Yoga can vary from person to person, and individual experiences may differ. Additionally, it's advisable to consult with a qualified yoga instructor, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions or concerns.