BKS Iyengar is a yoga brand founded by Bellur Krishnamachar Sundararaja Iyengar, popularly known as B.K.S. Iyengar. The brand is focused on the practice of Iyengar Yoga, a form of Hatha Yoga that emphasizes precision, alignment, and the use of props.
B.K.S. Iyengar was born in 1918 in Bellur, India.
In 1934, he met his guru T. Krishnamacharya and began practicing yoga.
In 1952, Iyengar opened his own yoga school in Pune, India.
He went on to write several books on yoga and travel the world to teach and promote his brand of yoga.
Iyengar passed away in 2014 at the age of 95.
Ashtanga Yoga is a dynamic, physically demanding form of yoga that synchronizes breath and movement to produce an internal heat designed to purify the body.
Vinyasa Yoga is a flowing, dynamic form of yoga that links breath with movement. It is often more energetic than Iyengar Yoga.
Kundalini Yoga is a spiritual practice that incorporates movement, breathwork, chanting, and meditation with the goal of awakening the spiritual energy at the base of the spine.
BKS Iyengar offers classes in Iyengar Yoga at centers around the world.
BKS Iyengar has developed a range of yoga props, including blocks, straps, blankets, and chairs, to help practitioners achieve proper alignment and deepen their practice.
BKS Iyengar has written several books on yoga, including 'Light on Yoga,' which is considered a classic in the field.
Iyengar Yoga is a form of Hatha Yoga that emphasizes precision, alignment, and the use of props.
Iyengar Yoga can help improve flexibility, strength, balance, and posture. It can also alleviate stress and promote relaxation.
No, you do not need to be flexible to do Iyengar Yoga. The use of props allows people of all abilities to practice at their own level.
BKS Iyengar has certified studios and teachers in many countries around the world. You can search for a certified teacher on their website.
Wear comfortable, form-fitting clothing that allows you to move freely. Avoid baggy or loose clothing, as it can make it difficult for your teacher to see your alignment.