We lost our living, breathing teacher, B.K.S. Iyengar this week. If you are plugged in to the Iyengar yoga community on Facebook and other social media, you may feel inundated with words of his passing. Well, at least that is … Continued
One of the things that happens regularly to me as a yoga teacher when I’m out and about town, is that people tell me why they are or, in most cases, are not practicing yoga. My response is usually limited … Continued
Big life events for a couple of our teachers this year requires some modifications in our schedule. I will be teaching more and both Michal and Marion will be busy with life outside of RYA. Please view our schedule or … Continued
One thing I didn’t anticipate about being here for a month of yoga at the Iyengar Institute was the incredible connections I would make with yoga practitioners and teachers from around the world. Being here reminds me of what summer … Continued
When every day is packed with adventures, yoga experiences that boggle the mind and newness at every corner, time moves differently. And depending on the perspective of the moment, it either moves very quickly or very, very slowly. Today was … Continued
I’ve been told by many that being in India changes you in ways you don’t expect. I think before I came here I thought that change would be profound, but so far the biggest change for me is my sleep … Continued
August 8, 2012 Another class with Geeta this morning, marking the first class of forward extensions. My, my, my….what a class. Twisting and hamstring stretching and more twisting, followed by a 10 minute Sirsasana (headstand) and Sarvangasana (Shoulderstand) with variations. … Continued
Hi all, Internet has been down since Saturday, so sorry for the lag time between posts. Here is the latest with another coming on its tail in no time! Sunday, August 5, 2012 To our surprise and delight, Geeta arrived … Continued
Tuesday, July 30, 2012 Today my friend, Susan, and I registered for classes at the Institute (RIMYI)! It took us two days of trudging around to get it done, but I have my class list and am ready for tomorrow … Continued
Hi All, Below is the list of substitutes for the summer. Please note that this list is subject to change! August Week 3–Janet’s Classes Saturday, August 11 at 9:30 Kimberley Monday, August 13 at 9:30 Kimberley Monday, August 13 at … Continued