Classes

Classes are taught in traditional Iyengar style yoga as taught and practiced by BKS Iyengar.  Students are welcome to join the class at any time as the classes are ongoing except where specified as beginner courses.  The classes are structured to enable all students to progress at their own level.

It is important to advise your teacher before class if you have any significant health problems, are pregnant, or are menstruating so that alternative poses can be suggested.

Beginner Classes:

Introduction to basic asana - standing, sitting, twisting, recuperative asana including inverted (Sarvangasana).  Ongoing classes where the student receives solid foundation for yoga practice.

General Classes:

All levels of practitioners welcome.  Continuing basic foundation asanas with introduction to other inverted postures (Sirasana), backbends and basic pranayama.

Intensive Classes:

Restricted to yoga practitioners with regular, long term committed practice in Iyengar yoga.  Pre-registration is required.

Remedial:

By appointment only.  For people with medical problems and injuries.

Introductory Course:

A 6 week course held periodically to introduce students to basic standing, sitting, twisting and recuperative posture.

NB: Women without an established yoga practice not taken as new students when pregnant.

What to wear:

Loose, comfortable clothing  e.g. shorts, T-shirts, tights

Food:

It is suggested that food not be taken within 2-3 hours prior to class.  Something light 1 hour before is acceptable.

Illness/Injury:

It is important to advise your teacher before class if you have any significant health problems, are pregnant, or are menstruating so that alternative poses can be suggested.