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Iyengar Yoga

Iyengar Yoga, created by B. K. S. Iyengar, is a form of Hatha Yoga known for its use of props, such as belts, blocks, and blankets, as aids in performing asanas (postures). Bellur Krishnamachar Sundararaja Iyengar  was born on December 14 1918, in Bellur, Kolar District, Karnataka, India, and is the founder of Iyengar Yoga, although he himself would not call it Iyengar Yoga. Considered one of the foremost yoga teachers in the world he has written many books on yoga practice and philosophy, and is best known for his books Light on Yoga, Light on Pranayama, and Light on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. He has also written several definitive yoga texts.

Iyengar yoga is characterized by great attention to detail and precise focus on body alignment, and makes use of props to enable students to perform the asanas correctly, which also minimises the risk of injury or strain. The asanas promote strength, mobility, and stability and with the aid of the props, this is a form of yoga accessible to both young and old. Iyengar yoga classes are offered throughout the world, and it is believed that millions of students practice Iyengar Yoga.